Conway
Conway, FL · Food & Drink
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Orlando’s Spookiest Halloween Bar Is Back and It’s Scarier Than Ever
Forget ordinary Halloween parties. There’s a little bar in Winter Park that takes spooky season so seriously, you’ll feel like you’ve walked straight into a haunted movie set. Every October, The Courtesy trades its usual sophisticated speakeasy atmosphere for skulls, cobwebs, eerie lighting, and outrageously creative cocktails...
secretmiami.com
One South Florida city is getting its first Trader Joe’s as supermarket chain plans for 3 new Florida locations
Trader Joe’s fans across the Sunshine State have more grocery stores to look forward to! The cult-favorite supermarket chain announced that it will open 30 new stores across 16 states in the coming months, including Florida locations in Sarasota, Orlando and Boynton Beach. Known for its affordable private-label products,...
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Hawaiian Bros Plans 52 Florida Restaurants, Targets Orlando And Tampa
Hawaiian Bros Island Grill is plotting a major push into Florida, with plans to develop 52 restaurants across Orlando, Tampa, Jacksonville and Gainesville over the next six years. The fast-casual chain, known for its Hawaiian plate lunches, has signed a development agreement with Southern Rock Restaurants and Southern Rock Hawaii to bring the brand into the state for the first time.
uncoveringflorida.com
This Little French Café Near Orlando Feels Almost Too European for Florida
You do not need a plane ticket to get a little taste of Paris in Central Florida. The French Café in Winter Garden packs a surprising amount of charm into one cozy spot, with glass cases full of croissants, eclairs, fruit mousse desserts, and other treats that practically demand a photo before the first bite.
Daytona Beach News-Journal
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San Diego Birria Chain Mike's Red Tacos Signs 36-Unit Deal for Tampa, Orlando
Mike's Red Tacos, the San Diego-born birria chain, has signed a 36-unit development agreement to bring its tacos, consomme and queso birria to the Tampa and Orlando areas as well as Florida's East Coast. The deal pairs the fast-growing taco concept with Tampa-based Built Different Brands, a multi-brand restaurant franchise operator, to build out dozens of new locations across the state.
hoodline.com
New Key Food Supermarket Opens Friday in Ocoee After Months of Delays
A new supermarket is opening its doors to the public in Ocoee, with Key Food Supermarket set to hold its grand-opening celebration at 2:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23, at 100 W. Silver Star Road. The $450,000, 27,000-square-foot store will stock seafood and meats, bakery items, hot food, produce and more for shoppers in the area.
uncoveringflorida.com
Orlando Regulars Cross Town For The Apple Fritters At This Longtime Neighborhood Bakery
Bakery Plus in Orlando has the kind of old-school neighborhood charm that keeps regulars coming back, and the apple fritters are a big part of the appeal. Crisp around the edges, soft inside, and packed with sweet apple flavor, they have become one of the bakery’s most talked-about treats. Beyond the fritters, the display cases are filled with classic donuts and pastries that make it easy to leave with more than you planned.
everafterinthewoods.com
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3 Orlando Restaurants Serving Up Thanksgiving 2026: Venezuelan Feasts, Brunch and Family Style Dinners
Halloween isn’t even here yet, but it’s never too early to plan your Thanksgiving dinner, especially if you would rather leave the cooking to someone else. These three Orlando restaurants are putting their own delicious spin on Thanksgiving, Thursday, November 26, 2026, from Venezuelan holiday traditions to a festive brunch and a family style Italian feast.
Orlando Weekly
Papa Bees, the Longwood chicken wing institution, is moving
Since 1986, Papa Bees has been a go-to destination for fans of chicken wings and, just as importantly, fans of the Buffalo Bills. Now the perennial Best of Orlando® challenger founded by the Burke brothers — Joe, Mike, Jerry and Kevin — and named in honor of their father, Bernard Burke, is moving out of […] The post Papa Bees, the Longwood chicken wing institution, is moving appeared first on Orlando Weekly .
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Mike’s Red Tacos Announces Plans to Open 36 Florida Restaurants, Targeting Tampa, Orlando and East Coast Markets
San Diego-based restaurant chain Mike’s Red Tacos is preparing for a major Florida expansion, announcing plans to open 36 restaurants across the state, including locations throughout the Tampa Bay and Orlando markets. The fast-growing Mexican restaurant concept has signed a 36-unit development agreement with Built Different Brands, a multi-brand...
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Pinstripes to Reopen Orlando Entertainment Venue Under New Ownership This Fall
A family-friendly dining and entertainment venue is set to return under new ownership at Orlando’s Vineland Pointe this fall. Pinstripes, which Punch Bowl Social acquired in 2025, will reopen at 11643 Daryl Carter Pkwy. Punch Bowl Social is also a dining and entertainment brand known for combining food, drinks and social games under one roof.
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Florida Steak Lovers Still Go Out Of Their Way For This Wood-Paneled Orlando Steakhouse Open Since 1947
Orlando changes fast, with new attractions and shiny restaurants opening almost every month. One steakhouse on the east side has barely changed its game since 1947, and people still line up before the doors even open. It has wood-paneled walls, checked tablecloths, a retro lounge, and a menu that never...
Daily Commercial
Ramshackle Cafe has temporarily closed but is reopening soon
It's a contradiction to consider the words "remodeled" and "Ramshackle" in the same sentence, but that's what's happening at a beloved Leesburg eatery – one that's seen better days. The Ramshackle Cafe, 1317 N. 14th St., temporarily closed on Oct. 19 to undergo extensive upgrades with plans to reopen under a new name: Ramshackle Bar & Grill . Did ownership change? No. While the venue is updating its look and expanding its offerings, ownership remains unchanged. Iconic Restaurant Group, which purchased the establishment in 2023, has told the Daily Commercial that it's continuing to lead the venture with the leadership of General Manager Brett Babick and will "invest in the Leesburg community." "When guests return next month, they can expect a refreshed atmosphere featuring an upgraded kitchen, an expanded food and drinks menu centered around wings and enhanced game-day entertainment options," Iconic's spokesperson told the Daily Commercial. What's new? Major upgrades and amenities coming to the renovated space include 21 new televisions ranging from 55 to 75 inches — including two installed on the patio — with the capability to broadcast up to six games simultaneously across four distinct sound zones. Sports packages will cover NFL Sunday Ticket, college football,