RESTAURANTS & SHOPPING

Enjoy a fun time at THe Prime Outlet Mall International!

2008-09-07T17:08:00Z

With everything from accessories to shoes, The Prime Outlet Mall International has almost eveything anybody would want. With many outlet stores you can get great deals on almost everything! Remember to visit The Prime Outlet Mall International on your vacation to Florida!

Website:
http://www.primeoutlet.com/orlando

If you are planning to spend the day at Sea World..... make sure to visit Makahiki Luau!!!!

2008-08-24T14:03:00Z

A dinner show at Sea World in in your reach! Makahiki Luau is a South Seas entertainment and is an amazing expirence. So if you're at Sea World, stop in Makahiki Luau. You and your family will have a great and a lifelong memory

http://www.officialticketcenter.com/discount-Makahiki-Luau-dinner-show-tickets.aspx

In the mood to just shop??!! Visit Festival Bay Mall on International Drive.

2008-08-22T15:39:00Z

With some of the best shopping there, Festival Bay has it all! With their welcoming employees to their outrageous shops, this mall is so much fun!!!!

Visit their website:

http://www.shopfestivalbaymall.com/html/index.asp

Coupons!!!!:

http://www.internationaldriveorlando.com/thingsToDo/Shopping/Festival_Bay_Mall_at_International_Drive/100143.html

Here are the stores, restraunts, and entertainment that are located at Festival Bay along with the stores numbers:

Store Directory

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STORE	ZONE	PHONE
Universal Orlando Resort Store	A	(407) 351-1926
A&W All American/Long John Silver's	A	(407) 248-1540
Asian Café	A	(407) 226-1688
Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World	Anchor	(407) 563-5200
BCBGMAXAZRIA	B	(407) 345-9199
Bergamo's Italian Restaurant	D	(407) 352-3805
Black Market Minerals	A	(407) 355-0420
Cell Solutions	B	(407) 363-7489
Charlotte Russe	C	(407) 345-5118
ChurroMania	B	(407) 226-9002
Cinemark 20 at Festival Bay	Anchor	(407) 352-1042
Cricketers Arms English Pub & Eatery	D	(407) 354-0686
Decorium	B	(407) 226-7101
Digital Direct	A	(407) 226-6762
Dreams of Fantasy	A	(407) 363-5115
Fantasy Arcade	A	(407) 468-1099
Femine (COMING SOON)	A
Fuddruckers	D	(407) 352-6464
Gifts Mart	A	(407) 354-3388
Hayron Arte Galeria	B	(407) 370-0999
Heroes Memorabilia	A	(407) 226-2970
Hot Topic	B	(407) 264-9830
Icing by Claire's	C	(407) 248-2563
Impact Sports	A	(407) 903-0445
Jones New York Outlet	A	(407) 351-9284
Journeys	C	(407) 370-2219
Kasper Outlet	C	(407) 351-8425
Kidi’s Land	B	(407) 758-0126
Koh-E-Noor	C	(407) 354-0007
Leader Luggage & More	A	(407) 575-1131
Monkey Joe's	C	(407) 352-8484
Muse Gelato	G
National Book Warehouse	B	(407) 248-1531
New York Deli (COMING SOON)	B
Nine West Outlet	A	(407) 352-8260
Off the Hook	A	(407) 352-4138
One for the Road	B	(407) 345-0120
PacSun	B	(407) 345-1619
Perfume Studio	C	(407) 352-1652
Professional Nails	C	(407) 248-2246
Putting Edge	A	(407) 248-0700
Rainbow (COMING SOON)	C
Ron Jon Surf Shop	Anchor	(407) 481-2555
Sheplers Western Wear	Anchor	(407) 563-1063
Smooth & Deli Café	C	(407) 903-9245
Steve & Barry's	Anchor	(407) 370-3810
Subway	A	(407) 447-0588
Suit Warehouse	A	(407) 354-0454
Swim Smart	A	(407) 351-4512
The Core	C	(407) 352-4474
Underground Station	B	(407) 370-4495
United World Soccer	A	(407) 352-2020
Urban Planet	C	(407) 351-9010
V Generation	C	(407) 354-3636
Vans Skatepark	Anchor	(407) 351-3881
Victoria's Gold & Silver Jewelry	B	(407) 354-0006
Villa Pizza Cucina	B	(407) 363-6733
XLR8	B	(407) 354-5784
Zirbes Emporium	A	(407) 354-4626

Ponderosa Steakhouse is one of the best!!!!

2008-08-15T01:26:00Z

With 10 meals under $10 and all you care to eat buffet, this steakhouse is fenominal!!!!! For large, small of just family sized groups, this is an exciting restraurant to visit.

http://www.ponderosaorlando.com/default.htm

Find coupons at:

http://www.internationaldriveorlando.com/thingsToDo/Dining/Ponderosa_Steakhouse_near_Wet_n_Wild/100107.html

Get a little taste of the Oriental lifestyle at Ming Court!!!!

2008-08-07T23:03:00Z

Established in 1989, Ming Court is one of the best wok & grille restraunts on International Drive. With their wide food selections, they are based on the centuries old architecture of the Ming Dynasty. From once you step through the door to when you leave this memory will last forever!!!

http://www.ming-court.com/index.cfm

Get a little taste of Britian without flying!!!!

2008-08-05T14:11:00Z

At this British Pub, you will have a lifetime memory!!!! With live music and a wide selection of a menu, they have a great staff!!!

http://www.britanniapubs.com/HomePage.asp

Want some delicious sushi? Go visit Fiji Sushi!!!!

2008-08-05T13:13:00Z

Fresh sushi is offered at this amazing little restaurant. Their menu offers a wide selection from appetizers to desserts.

http://www.fujisushiwinterpark.com/

Wanna shop till you drop? Go to Pointe Orlando!!!

2008-07-31T19:58:00Z

Pointe Orlando is an inviting collection of outdoor shopping, dining, and entertainment. Enjoy a relaxing and good time with your family.

http://www.pointeorlando.com/

There is So Much to do in Orlando, Florida

2008-06-16T21:17:00Z

Florida is without a doubt the premier vacation spot on this Beautiful State! From sandy beaches, to fishing Orlando, Florida boasts some of the finest accommodations in all of Florida. Ventura Resort Rentals, Inc offers fully furnished luxury properties in Orlando, Kissimmee and very soon a new Lakefront Resort in Sebring, Florida!

Florida offers highest concentration of ponds and lakes, both large and small therefore boating has become a very popular form of entertainment. With some of the finest golf courses in the world, golfing has become one of Florida's favorite sports. Whether seeking a small bite or a more sophisticated fare, Orlando has some 5000 restaurants near the theme parks of the world. Cuisines range from American to finest of Italian, Spanish, Continental, French and Japanese and much more.

A Fun Night Out For Dinner Would Include Medieval Times!

2008-01-07T15:16:00Z

Medieval Times Dinner show treats you as-

A noble guest, in the 11th century tournament in Spain where treachery has threatened the crown. Trumpets will begin to announce the entrance of the King Alfonso and his daughter Princess Esperanza. Due to treachery in the kingdom, you'll be summoned to witness a dual to the death between gallant nights to save the crown. As nights prepare for a dual, savory heaps of sumptuous food are quickly delivered to your table including garlic bread, vegetables, roasted chicken, spare ribs, seasoned potatoes.

One of the best parts is yet to come, when you'll witness a world-class joust between gallant Knights that includes lance-splitting action for the kingdoms sake. Showers of sparks fly, metal against metal clashes, knights brandishing javelins astride magnificent horses, thunderous cheers through-out the evening as nights battle to the death to restore peace in the kingdom. A night out you will most likely not forget!

Charley's Steak House.... One of the BEST in Orlando, FL.

2007-10-04T23:39:00Z

Charley’s Steak House history.....created a unique dining experience unsurpassed in the industry. The restaurant’s namesake, Charley Woodsby, co-founder of the Red Lobster chain, was honored by the Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association with the Lifetime Achievement Award in 2006. After selling Red Lobster to General Mills in 1970, Charley and his son Ron Woodsby developed Talk of the Town Restaurants - the corporate parent to Charley’s Steakhouse. Over the years the Woodsby’s became “beef aficionados” with a steadfast formula for success: feature only Midwest grain-fed USDA Prime & Choice beef, age on-site for 4 to 6 weeks, and have management cut meat daily and season for 30 hours to create distinctive flavor. The steak is then flame-grilled over a 1200-degree open pit, fueled with a combination of oak & Florida citrus wood. This carefully monitored process provides for quality, tenderness and a tantalizing taste that elevates Charley’s to the ultimate steakhouse experience!

Since it’s inception, Charley’s Steak House has prided itself on being a traditional steakhouse. But with the rise in number of savvy diners came the need to evolve the definition of ‘steakhouse’. Instituting a corporate chef and placing managing chefs at each location, Charley’s has advanced into a traditional steakhouse with culinary flair featuring chef-driven appetizers and entrees as well as established menu items.

Columbia Restaurant in Business since 1905 is Incredible! Try it, you'll LOVE IT!

2007-08-08T17:53:00Z

The Columbia Restaurant - a Florida tradition since 1905.

If you like, Sweet Spanish onions, green peppers and almonds decorating snapper, on a mound of broth-infused yellow rice and garnished with fresh eggplant and shrimp wrapped in bacon and deep-fried or if you like four hefty-sized shrimp stuffed with a crabmeat dressing and flavored with a bit of lemon butter, served over rice, you will love this place.

Orlando Sentinel - posted in December 4, 2005 -Chorizo Espanola was a simple but delicious dish of sausage slices sauteed with onions.
"Ole! : You'll feel like you're in Sevilla at the Columbia Restaurant, a short walk from the hotel, which has authentic Cuban and Spanish dishes including tapas (appetizers). It is the sister restaurant to the famous Columbia in Ybor City." Palm Beach Post (Florida) posted this - February 10, 2002

Columbia Restaurant of Celebration opened in 1997 and is located just minutes from Disney's theme parks. This Columbia Restaurant is situated within a planned community with small town charm, offering a variety of designer boutiques and shops.

The Columbia overlooks Celebration's picturesque lake and offers classic elegance in a Mediterranean style setting where diners can enjoy fine Spanish/Cuban cuisine in our old-world-style dining rooms, an outdoor café, courtyard, or their Tapas Bar.

The favorite foods that you may have sampled at the original Columbia Restaurant (if you have ever been) in Tampa's Historic Ybor City are found here, including their world-famous "1905" Salad TM . You'll also find century-old family recipes like Paella "a la Valenciana," Red Snapper "Alicante" Pompano en Papillot, Merluza "Russian Style" and Filet Mignon "Columbia".

Be sure to visit their on-site gift shop for a selection of unique gifts, fine cigars & accessories. Don't forget to take home "A Taste of Columbia" with their World Famous "1905" Salad TM Dressing, sangria mix, Cuban and American roast coffee, hot sauce and Columbia seasoning. You'll also find a wide variety of unique hand-made and hand painted ceramic pieces imported from Spain.

Address:
649 Front Street
Celebration, FL 34747

Telephone:
(407) 566-1505

E-mail:
colcele@columbiarestaurant.com

Hours:
Sunday - Saturday (11:30 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.)
Open 365 days of the year.
Serving Lunch & Dinner daily.

Miscellaneous:
Children's Menu
Reservations Suggested

The Melting Pot is the Best Fondue Restaurant in Florida and has a lot of History and Locations!

2007-05-12T11:40:00Z

History of The Melting Pot

Fondue is a fun and interactive dining experience – for more than three decades, The Melting Pot has defined the niche across the American dining scene. The first Melting Pot opened in April of 1975 in Maitland, Fla. – just outside of Orlando. It was a cozy, quaint location and its first menu consisted of just three items: Swiss cheese fondue, beef fondue and a chocolate fondue dessert. As the restaurant’s popularity expanded, so did its menu and ambiance. Mark Johnston, who was working his way through college as a waiter at The Melting Pot and noticed the popularity boost. With the help of his brothers Mike and Bob they scraped together funding to open The Melting Pot of Tallahassee in 1979 with the blessing of the original owner in Maitland. The Tallahassee location grew enormously popular, and within one year its success paved the way for future franchise expansion. In 1980, the Johnston brothers decided to branch out and opened their second location in Tampa. As their business grew, the brothers began to consider franchising even more stores in order to expand. Then in 1985 Mark, Mike and Bob Johnston purchased all rights to The Melting Pot brand and established The Melting Pot Restaurants Inc. – the new franchise company. After a year of research and reorganization, The Melting Pot Restaurants Inc. began its franchise offering. From the start, the Johnstons were diligent in their search for energetic entrepreneurs who were as excited as they were about the concept and its potential. And their commitment to building a close fondue family proved successful. Today, with more than 100 locations across 33 states and with more than 30 locations under development, The Melting Pot Restaurants Inc. is the country’s premier fondue restaurant franchise. At The Melting Pot, fondue truly becomes a memorable four-course dining experience where patrons can dip into something different – and discover all the ingredients for a unique dining experience including a relaxed atmosphere, private tables, attentive service, fine wines and signature fondue dinners.

For more information visit www.meltingpot.com or email info@meltingpot.com.

Charlie's Steak House is one of the Best for Steaks!

2007-05-07T10:49:00Z

At Charley's Steak House I found out- All of their steaks are selected from only the best three-year-old grain-fed steer, graded USDA Prime and Choice. After starting with the finest beef, they age the loins for a minimum of four to five weeks for tenderness and flavor. When the time is right, they cut the loins into steaks and trim away most of the excess fat, leaving only enough for flavor. Then they prepare the steaks and flame broil them on our custom-built, natural wood-burning pit.

Their specially built pit and flame-broiling secret date back to Florida's own Seminole Indians, whereby meats, poultry and seafood were cooked over easily accessible hardwoods. Three carefully chosen hardwoods are combined in our custom pit, producing a clean, aromatic 1,100 degree fire which leaves no petroleum or charcoal aftertaste. Their unique cooking method quickly sears the meat and seals in the natural steak juices, protecting and preserving the flavor of our perfectly aged steaks. This isn't the steak you buy at your local grocery, or find at ordinary restaurants.

A lot of people have asked, "Is it worth it?" They feel that all the aging, hand-cutting, seasoning and open-flame cooking to bring you the best steak in Orlando is well worth the extra effort. See if you don't agree that at Charley's Steak House, "They've Got Great Steaks!"

Pirates Dinner Show is One of the Best in Interactive Dining Shows!

2007-04-23T19:30:00Z

If you are looking for an adventurous time while visiting the Central Florida area then this should be one of your first dinner stops! Pirate's Dinner Adventure is a dinner show attraction that puts you and your family right in the middle of all of the swashbuckling action. Pirate’s Dinner Adventure is acclaimed as “the world’s most unique interactive dinner show.”

Guests are entertained with an astonishing display of special effects wizardry, aerial artistry, swashbuckling swordplay, dynamic duels and daring-do; a classic story of good vs. evil that offers the perfect blend of action, adventure, comedy and romance; the opportunity to interact in the adventure; and a sumptuous dining experience. The show is perfect for children and adults alike. Try to make the time for a pirate adventure you will always remember when visiting Central Florida!

Check out this link http://www.piratesdinneradventure.com/florida/index.html to see menu selections, make reservations, see location or obtain information about the show!

If you, family or friends are coming to the Central Florida area and need accommodations, please have them contact Ventura Resort Rentals, Inc for their accommodations or car rental needs. They can call toll free at 1-877-377-6989 or visit www.venturaresorts.com for information and reservations. Office is open 7 days a week for reservations and check in service.