HOME COOKING

from ILO Spring 2023 Edition

LATE NIGHT BITES

Guests also love their meatloaf, an American Classic made from scratch with an HH twisted twist... Bacon, parmesan cheese and chili sauce gives their meatloaf the perfect blend of salt and spice.

Down home favorites when you are not at home! From classics to classics with a twist, there is a home cookin’ option for everyone!

Disney Springs® is known for delectable dining, home to more than 60 locations that feature carefully crafted menus with something for every palate. Hoping to find some comfort food? Look no further! Chef Art Smith's Homecomin' is famous for their homestyle cooking inspired by Florida agriculture and the recipes of Chef Art's family table. House of Blues® Restaurant & Bar is serving up made-from-scratchsouthern favorites that will make your taste buds sing. The Polite Pig is a familyrun eatery that features mouthwatering modern barbecue with locally sourced ingredients.

Hash House A Go Go is where old school meets new and gets twisted. With food at the heart of Hash House they love putting their spin on Midwest comfort meals.

Calling all BBQ lovers everywhere! Here’s your chance to get your fill of the best barbeque in Orlando. Lizzie’s Memphis Style BBQ offers a variety of smoked and barbequed meats that include barbequed beef, pork and chicken served with delicious southern sides such as potato salad, green beans and honey butter cornbread. All great meals start with an appetizer, from the Smoked Bacon Wrapped Jalapeños to the BBQ Quesadilla or fresh salads. Visit today! Open daily at 11:00 am for dine-in and take-out with outdoor patio seating to enjoy the Florida sunshine.

Pancakes are close to many hearts and memories, nothing like watching mom make pancakes in the morning and waiting for the bubbles to pop so you know when to flip them. At Hash House a Go Go, they make their pancakes with Snickers, Red Velvet, Butterscotch Almond, Banana Brown Sugar, Buttermilk, and more!

Try Andy’s World-Famous Sage Fried Chicken, their most popular meal, this chicken is rolled in flour, fresh sage and spices, then fried to a glorious crisp.

Shoney’s is proudly serving All American Food for over 70 years. Generations have come to know Shoney’s as an American favorite for family dining. Their warm, welcoming environment keeps generations coming back for another serving. That’s because guests can count on them for quality, delicious food and friendly service, every visit. Fresh food. Family first Community focused. It’s as simple as that. At Shoney’s they value fresh quality over fast and fancy.

Imagine watching the game and enjoying a bowl of home-cooked mac and cheese while drinking a frosty beer. You’re not at home…you’re at Sickies Garage Burgers & Brews ! In the mood for home cookin’?

Try the Beef Stroganoff Mac & Cheese Bowl - mac topped with slow-roasted pot roast, brown gravy, mushrooms, onion tanglers and sour cream. Step away from the grill and let Sickies make your backyard-style burger by choosing from 50 burger options! Feeling adventurous?

Check out the Patty Melt Burger with sautéed onions and American and Swiss cheese. Sickies Garage…just like home but supercharged.

Boston Lobster Feast

8731 International Drive

407-248-8606

6071 W. Irlo Bronson Highway

Kissimmee

407-396-2606

NEW: 7702 W. Irlo Bronson Highway, Kissimmee

407-768-1166

Orlando’s original lobster feast since 1990. Featuring our “All-You-Can-Eat” lobster, prime rib, sushi and crab legs along with 50 other seafood and non-seafood items. Plus a dessert bar with fresh baked treats, a kid’s menu and a full-service bar. Come see why we are the locals’ favorite place to eat.

BostonLobsterFeast.com

China Buffet

8255 International Drive

407-352-0881 chinabuffetorlando.com

China Buffet has over 150 delicious authentic Chinese dishes. Our guests enjoy everything from fresh sushi to the best buffalo wings in town and much more that the whole family will enjoy.

Crack N Roll

3260 Vineland Road, Suite 109

407-507-2667

A local restaurant that offers fresh Cajun seafood and many other bayou inspired dishes! We also offer a wide variety of delicious sushi items, including our signature Crack N Roll. Don’t forget to top it all off with our popular bubble teas, a must-have to escape the Florida heat! mycracknroll.com

Drafts Sports Bar & Grill

Westgate Lakes Resort & Spa

9500 Turkey Lake Road

407-352-9293

Drafts brings the excitement of a sports bar in a family-friendly atmosphere with wall-to-wall TVs playing all your favorite sports, a six-lane bowling alley and large state-of-the-art Game Room. The awardwinning restaurant features handcrafted burgers, steaks, fresh salads and much more, all complemented with a full bar. Kids 11 and under eat free for breakfast with the purchase of each adult entree. WOW Loyalty Members receive exclusive discounts. DraftsSports.com

El Patron Restaurante Mexicano

12167 S. Apopka Vineland Road

407-238-5300

A family-owned modern Mexican eatery, El Patron offers traditional cuisine with a modern twist. Enjoy their handcrafted lunch and dinner dishes, full bar with specialty drinks, and our glove served signature lunch buffet. elpatronorlando.com

Flame Kabob

7536 Dr. Phillips Boulevard

#350

407-248-2280

A family-owned casual restaurant featuring Middle Eastern, Lebanese, Syrian and Moroccan cuisine, as well as traditional American favorites – gyros. All the dishes are freshly prepared from scratch using the best ingredients. Open for both lunch and dinner. flamekabobfl.com

Ghirardelli® Soda Fountain and Chocolate Shop

Disney Springs® Marketplace

407-934-8855

The Ghirardelli® Soda Fountain and Chocolate Shop is the perfect destination to experience Ghirardelli in all five senses. Indulge in our delectable chocolate and World Famous Hot Fudge Sundaes topped with freshly handmade hot fudge. From fountain treats to our signature SQUARES to unique gifts, you’ll find only the best quality at Ghirardelli. www.ghirardelli.com

Giordano’s Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria

Kissimmee W. 192 West Disney: 7866 W. Irlo Bronson Highway

407-397-0044

Lake Buena Vista East Disney:

12151 S. Apopka Vineland Road

407-239-8900

#1 rated delivery, carry out & dine in available. Large Parties Welcome. Delivery available. Great scratch made Chicago style Italian cuisine with gluten free options.

Golden Corral

407-352-6606

See ad on page 53 for locations. Buffet lovers, look no further! This casual, American restaurant offers enormous “allyou-care-to-eat” breakfast, lunch and dinner buffets at prices anyone can afford. GoldenCorral.com

Hard Rock Cafe

6050 Universal Boulevard

407-351-7625

Let us put you and your guests center stage at the world’s largest Hard Rock Cafe at Universal Orlando Resort! It’s not just our menu that’s legendary. All our delicious classic American fare comes with a side order of rock n’ roll history! Our ‘Coliseum of Rock’ boasts more pieces of music memorabilia than any other location and the collection will blow your mind. You can also Wake Up and Rock Out! with our breakfast served every day from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Visit our website to book your table today! https://www.hardrockcafe.com/location/ orlando/

Hokkaido Chinese and Japanese Buffet

12173 S. Apopka Vineland Road

407-778-5188

5737 W. Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway, Kissimmee

407-396-0669

The home of a variety of authentic Japanese and Chinese dishes. From our Chinese dishes, sushi rolls and fresh seafood to our desserts and everything in between, all our buffet offerings prepared fresh throughout the day are delicious and full of flavor. We hope walking down the line filling your plate feels like a new and exciting adventure every time you’re here. hokkaidobuffetorlando.com

Jerusalem Middle Eastern Restaurant

2920 Vineland Road

407-397-2230

A family-owned casual restaurant featuring Middle Eastern, Lebanese, Syrian and Moroccan cuisine, as well as traditional American favorites - Gyros. All the dishes are freshly prepared from scratch and from the best ingredients. Open for both lunch and dinner. Visit our second location, Flame Kabob, in Dr. Phillips. jerusalemorlandofl.com

Lizzie’s Memphis Style BBQ

3270 Margaritaville Blvd, Kissimmee, Florida 34747

407-954-7282

Visit us for the best barbeque in Orlando. We offer a variety of smoked and barbequed meats served with delicious Southern sides. We’re open daily at 11 am for dine-in and takeout. Find us on Uber Eats and ChowNow. lizziesbbq.com

Savor the flavor and try a variety of cuisines. Each one with their own uniqueness.

Antonio's House of Pizza has been serving up fresh and delicious pizza for over 20 years. Antonio, the owner, grew up in Brooklyn and brought his family recipes, passion for quality and tradition to Florida. He opened his first pizzeria in Orlando at the age of 18 and has never looked back. At Antonio's, they are committed to providing the best pizza possible with the best ingredients, dough made fresh every day and a unique taste that will keep you coming back for more. They love their family traditions and have a passion for pizza that shines through in everything they do. Come in today for a taste you won't forget because it's all in the crust!

El Patron Restaurante Mexicano is sure to satisfy your Mexican food cravings. Located just outside of Disney Springs, they provide an array of flavorful and authentic dishes inspired by head Chef Norberto Herrera from Oaxaca, Mexico. Enjoy incredible dishes from Artisan Tacos, such as quesabirria, pollo, camaron, brisket and more, to Chef Favorites like the chile relleno, pollo loco or the chimichanga norteña. Alongside their freshly handcrafted margaritas and specialty cocktails, you’re sure to get a fulfilling, taste of Mexico in a fun and inviting atmosphere.

Situated in the Lake Buena Vista area of Orlando, Jerusalem Restaurant is a warm, family-owned restaurant that loves to serve authentic Middle Eastern and Lebanese cuisine. Experience the cultural richness in their kabobs, shawarma, falafels, hummus, tabuli, baba ganush and much more. All their food is homemade, totally halal and freshly prepared. They put a lot of heart and effort into their food so that all of the dishes reflect the rich heritage and culture of its origins. Come experience a taste of the Middle East for brunch, lunch or dinner!

At Giordano's Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria, they’ve been serving their worldfamous pizza since 1974. They respect and celebrate their heritage, infusing their passion for quality into every pizza pie that they make with old world craftsmanship. In fact, putting together a Giordano's pizza is a 10-step affair played out in sheer synchrony. It takes true culinary skill and knowledge to make the magic happen. Many of these pizza artists have been working with them for 30 years.

When looking for authentic Mexican food, look no further than Los Amigos Mexican Grill & Tequila Bar at Westgate Vacation Villas Resort. Boasting some of the freshest and most flavorful ingredients in Orlando, Los Amigos has you covered for lunch, dinner and Happy Hour, no matter what your tastebuds crave. Come dive into the vibrant culture of Mexico with some of the best nachos, tacos and burritos in Central Florida.

Los Amigos Mexican Grill & Tequila Bar

Westgate Vacation Villas & Town Center Resort

7700 Westgate Blvd.

407-396-6111 Ext. 41660

Los Amigos Mexican Grill & Tequila Bar is a vibrant dining experience offering flavorful, authentic Mexican cuisine paired with an expansive cocktail and tequila menu. WestgateResorts.com

NY Pizza & Kabab House

Kissimmee: 3293 Oxford Drive

407-507-3990

Orlando: 5667 Vineland Road

407-345-5490

NY Pizza & Kabab House is a familyowned casual restaurant that specializes in hand-tossed pizza, Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine as well as Italian dishes and wings. All our dishes are prepared from scratch with fresh ingredients. We do delivery and dine-in. kababhousegrill.com nypizzawings.com

Old Town Ice Cream

Old Town

5770 West US Highway 192

407-397-2280

Orlando Premium Outlets

Vineland Ave.

407-239-9930 myoldtownusa.com/dine/sweet-dreamsice-cream-cafe

Homemade Ice Cream America Loves. Visit either location in Kissimmee or Orlando and enjoy fresh homemade ice cream, gelato, sorbet, sherbet, sundaes, banana splits, shakes, smoothies, floats, homemade waffle cones and much more.

Shoney’s

Old Town:

5764 W. Irlo Bronson

Memorial Hwy., Kissimmee 407-507-5481

Shoney’s is known for its All-You-Care-ToEat Fresh Food Bar. Now serving Cafeteria style, plus a full menu of legendary breakfast, lunch, dinner and dessert items, and a full alcohol bar. Stay tuned for information about upcoming Themed Nights including a fabulous Latin- themed Fresh Food Bar. Call for Carry-out, Delivery & Catering Information. Family Meals to go. Uber Eats and DoorDash also available.

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Sickies Garage Burgers & Brews

7640 W Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy, Kissimmee

407-479-5111

Sickies Garage Burgers & Brews is a family-friendly garage-themed restaurant known for a robust and innovative menu featuring over-the-top burgers, wings with 25 different sauces, sandwiches, salads, a monster list of delicious brews, hand-spun boozy and non-alcoholic shakes and malts; and a revved-up bar menu.

SickiesBurgers.com

Sweet Dreams

Ice Cream Café

Old Town

5770 West US Highway 192

407-787-0789

Come on in and watch us serve up your very own favorite custom made dessert creation while pretending you are back in the ‘50s at your hometown drive-in. Featuring a full line of premium homemade ice cream with no preservatives, Italian gelato, gourmet freshly baked cupcakes, pastries, cookies, pies, cakes and European crêpes.

Have fun and enjoy sweet dreams! myoldtownusa.com/dine/sweet-dreams-icecream-cafe/

Taste of Asia

8910 Turkey Lake Rd., Unit #300

407-370-3186

407-370-3188

Offering the most affordable prices and variety of choices in the tourist area. Chinese and Asian lunch specials, noodles, dinner combo menu, chef’s specials, diet menu, brown rice, Kids Menu and much more. Within walking distance of International Dr., SeaWorld® Orlando, Universal Studios Orlando and Westgate Lakes Resort & Spa. Carry-Out. tasteofasiafl.com

Texas Roadhouse

Kissimmee:

7973 W. Irlo Bronson

Memorial Hwy

407-787-3778

Texas Roadhouse offers Legendary Food and Legendary Service. Our Story: Hearty Hand-Cut Steaks, Fall-Off-The-Bone Ribs, Made-From-Scratch Sides and Dressings,

Fresh-Baked Bread, Ice-Cold Beer and Legendary Margaritas. We welcome and celebrate birthdays with a legendary “Yee-Haw.” texasroadhouse.com

The K-POT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot Restaurant

8594 Palm Pkwy

407-717-6151 thekpot.com

The K-POT is a unique, hands-on all-youcan-eat dining experience that merges traditional Asian Hot Pot with Korean BBQ flavors - but modernized with a full bar and a nightlife-like atmosphere. Come join our cultural revolution!

The Wharf at Sunset Walk

3274 Margaritaville Blvd

Kissimmee, FL 34747

407-954-7290

The Wharf at Sunset Walk serves American classic cuisine inspired by fresh seafood featuring our Oyster Bar and hosts some of the best bands nightly. Visit us today! We’re open daily at 11 a.m. serving lunch, dinner and weekend brunch. wharfatsunsetwalk.com

U & Me Revolving Hot

Pot

12384 S Apopka Vineland Rd. 407-238-9996 facebook.com/uandmehotpot/

U & Me Hot Pot offers our guests a variety of vegetables and noodles on the conveyor belt, All-You-Can-Eat fresh seafood and meat. Please come and enjoy our oneof-a-kind hot pot experience with a cute robot as your host. Call store to make reservation.

Tiktok: uandmehotpot Ins: uandmehotpotorlando

Villa Italiano Chophouse

Westgate Vacation Villas & Town Center Resort

7700 Westgate Blvd.

407-396-8523 Ext. 41748

Villa Italiano Chophouse celebrates Italy’s culinary passion with fresh ingredients and house-made recipes. Our unique restaurant serves chophouse specialties, pasta, artisan pizzas and signature entrees. With our extensive 500-bottle wine cabinet, you will find a perfect pairing for your dinner. Our world-class Italian Chophouse awaits you. Benvenuto! For reservations, visit OpenTable.com.

WestgateResorts.com

Flight Information

The main airport for Central Florida is Orlando International Airport. Other airports include Kissimmee Gateway Airport, Orlando Executive Airport and Orlando Sanford International Airport.

For flight information, call:

Aer Lingus 800-474-7424

AeroMexico 800-237-6639

Air Canada 888-247-2262

Air Transat 877-872-6728

AirFrance 800-237-2747

Alaska Airlines 800-252-7522

American Airlines 800-433-7300

Avianca 800-284-2622

BahamasAir 800-222-4262

British Airways 800-247-9297

Delta 800-221-1212

Hawaiian Airlines 800-367-5320

JetBlue 800-538-2583

LATAM Airlines 866-435-9526

Lufthansa 800-645-3880

Southwest 800-435-9792

United 800-241-6522

GROUND TRANSPORTATION/ RENTALS

For taxi or limousine service, contact your resort or hotel’s guest service desk.

Empire Slingshot

407-853-2818

When you’re looking for fun things to do in Central Florida, Empire Slingshot has the best adventures to spice up your trip. Explore the city in one of our exotic Polaris Slingshots for an unforgettable experience. empireslingshot.com

Enterprise

1-800-RENT-A-CAR

When you’re ready to explore Orlando, Enterprise makes it easy with great rates, convenient locations and outstanding customer service. You’ll enjoy a wide selection of cars, trucks and vans. To receive a discount, reference Account #XZ07W16 when you make a reservation.

Offer expires 7/31/23 enterprise.com

I-Ride Trolleys are the fun way to get around the I-Drive Resort Area! Single Cash Fare just $2 per ride, Kids Cash Fare $1 per ride (ages 3 to 9 with paying adult), Seniors Cash Fare $0.25 per ride (age 65 and over). Unlimited Ride Passes available. Handicap accessible. Visit website for hours and service updates. IRideTrolley.com

LYNX public transportation system offers stops at area attractions and hotels. The LYNX hotline is 407-841-LYNX (5969).

With convenient locations and great rates, Enterprise makes it easy to experience Orlando to the fullest.

K&M Rentals

407-363-7388 reservations@km-rentals.com www.km-rentals.com

Offering quality Rental Equipment to Westgate Resorts. FREE Delivery & pick up. Open 7 days. Call to reserve your rental item.

Kingdom Strollers

407-271-5301

Kingdom Strollers is the premier stroller and crib rental service across Central Florida. With free drop-off and delivery, your rental with us is always hassle free.

KingdomStrollers.com

More Than Mobility

1-888-272-4644

More Than Mobility provides a vast array of solutions for your mobility related needs. Providing top of the range scooters which dismantle in 20 seconds for easy transportation. Low daily rental fee. Free delivery to your resort.

Medical Information

Emergency: Dial 911. For roadside emergencies, Florida Highway Patrol blue call boxes are along major highways; on your cell phone, dial *FHP.

Walgreens

Forgot Something? There’s a Walgreens close by. Find the nearest Walgreens with our mobile app. Whether you want a quick snack before hitting the parks, forgot the sunblock or need to fill a prescription in a hurry, Walgreens has you covered.

Trusted since 1901. Visit walgreens.com

Swim Safety

While on vacation in Central Florida and beyond, make sure everyone splashes and swims safely. Visitors and locals alike will want to ensure little ones don't swim alone, that the weather is apt for swimming and to wear a life jacket when necessary.

Baby Otter Swim School

1-888-SWIM-KID (794-6543) babyotter.com

Learn to swim ON VACATION! In 3 to 5 lessons, less than 3 hours, children from 9 months and up (if they are crawling) will learn to swim with the Turn, Kick, Reach ® Program!

Best Times To Attend Attractions

The least crowded months for attractions are January, May, September and November.

Weather

Central Florida's weather is one of the biggest attractions. Spring temperatures are the perfect balance between warm, tropical sunny days and cool, brisk evenings. Average temperatures range from the mid to low 70s and 80s so be sure to dress accordingly, wear SPF and keep an umbrella or poncho handy for those unexpected showers.

Kingdom Strollers provides premium stroller and crib rentals delivered straight to your theme park resort, hotel or vacation home free of charge.

As a family-owned business, with the goal of allowing the family to spend more time together, it has been their mission to make your vacation time as stress free and convenient as possible.

When renting with Kingdom Strollers, choose the time for delivery and pick up, and then they take care of the rest. It could not be easier. To give their guests even more peace of mind, count on Kingdom Strollers to be compliant with any updated theme park policies.

It is important to note that with every rental, a parent console will be included to hold your beverages. They also provide a rain cover and cooler bag free of charge for those who request it during their very simple checkout process. Additional available accessories include a child snack tray and stroller bag hook.