This place is amazing. The vibe, the atmosphere the food is the best. It has a tropical island feel to it. They play live music at night on the outdoor covered deck. It's a face-pace restaurant. They offer a verity of food from wings, fish, steak and more. The breeze salad is to die for and the desserts are fantastic. They have speciality drinks alcoholic and non-alcoholic and they offer a kids menu. This place is great for anniversaries, date nights, birthdays or just a nite out for dinner. I would recommend this place to anyone.
(5)
Thanh H.
A friend recommended this place while we were out in Orlando. I was happy he did. Ordered the coconut shrimp, onion rings, and mojitos to start. Everything was great. I loved the shrimps. The coconut worked well with it. Even thought I was allergic to it, I ate 4 shrimps! Followed by onion rings and mojito to relieve the itchiness. I had the Jamaican jerk chicken. No complaints. Was nice and moist. The spices on the chicken was good, and worked well with the rice,beans, salsa. The waitress was always around when we needed her and was pretty quick for a business night. Would definitely go back.
(5)
Fast L.
This is one of those chains that gets stingier with portions every time I try them. They literally served me a teaspoon size portion of guacamole for my fish tacos. And, I ordered a $10 margarita that was all glass and ice. It was half gone in a few sips. Beyond the micro managed portions, the food isn't very fresh and lacks flavor. I won't be returning.
(2)
Marina L.
Before dining here on the 27th, I couldn't remember the last time I was blown away by service at a restaurant. We arrived around 7 and the restaurant was packed, but there was no wait and we were seated right away. Our server, Sarah, came right over and asked about our day and offered some suggestions. I ordered a classic Cuban mojito and my boyfriend ordered a beer. My mojito was perfect, the crushed ice really made the difference, in my opinion. We ordered the shrimp and lobster quesadilla as our appetizer and it was delicious. Sarah offered us hot sauce and brought over Tabasco, Sriracha, and a Jamaican hot sauce which I wish I'd gotten the name of - it was spectacular. My boyfriend and I loved the food so much we decided to split everything so we could get a little of each. I ordered the coconut shrimp, which came with yellow rice and broccoli, and he ordered the almond crusted swordfish with cinnamon mashed sweet potato and green beans. Everything came out very timely and delicious. The coconut shrimp was really prawn, they were huge! The swordfish was tender and drenched in lemon butter, and we seriously could not get enough of the cinnamon sweet potato mash. Although the food was fantastic, what really sold me on this place was the service. I have been a server and bartender for years, as had my boyfriend, and we were both blown away by Sarah's attention to detail. She made sure we knew exactly what was on the side of every plate, offered us extra plates and sauces, and regularly checked up on us to make sure everything was alright. Next time we're in Orlando we will definitely be back!
(5)
Yen W.
Chicken wings dry and not HOT. The one close to 535 is much better.
(1)
Chris L.
My experience here was great. My waitress Julie gave us tremendous service and showed great attitude to any questions we asked. I had the grilled chicken with cilantro crema and it was honestly the best chicken I've had. It was cooked perfectly and tender with a side of 3 cheese and corn mashed potatoes. We also had as an appetizer shrimp tacos which was ok. Both definitely worth getting.
(5)
Rob B.
The food tasted great, but made my entire family sick. I believe we had undercooked chicken or some kind of bacteria that may have been in the food. We took home the leftovers, and we were sick. I mistakingly thought we just had a 24 hour stomach bug, and ate the leftovers (didn't feed it to family). I was in the bathroom for the next 48 hours. Ruined our vacation. To caveat this review, I have eaten here before and never had any problems. We enjoyed their food. However, this officially ends our visits :(
(1)
John H.
This is a great restaurant. When I find something good I generally stick to it. So here's my Bahama breeze situation. I sit on the outside patio and order the curry chicken dish. It isn't a spicy curry, it's sweet and amazing. The reason for sitting outside is because in the evenings there is always a musician singing a variety of songs while playing the steel drums. It really sets the mood for the restaurant. Prices are very fair for this tourist area, and staff have always been above average. Certainly recommended
(4)
Dee L.
Service was great! Food was excellent! I ordered the carnitas rice bowl. It was way more than I could ever eat & it was very tasty. The firecracker shrimp was a little dry, but I was probably comparing to Bonefish Grill. Drinks were great also.
(5)
K M.
We sat outside and this place had good food. The live music was very loud where we sat but that was our fault. The beef tacos I had were the best and the Cajun shrimp were very good.
(4)
Mark S.
I met some friends for dinner here. We sat outside and there was a live ban playing but the music wasn't overpowering. The waitress was super friendly and very helpful in picking dishes. Coconut shrimp were really good. Very crispy and the shrimp were fresh. The West Indies Chicken Curry was very tasty. Great place for an evening meal to people watch, enjoy the live music, and catch up with old friends.
(4)
Jonathan M.
Good service. Great food quality and nice ambiance if you like the Caribbean feel if things.
(4)
Kim W.
Came here with our family of seven and sat outdoors. The outside menu is less expensive and you are able to enjoy the live music. The music was great- steel pan performer was playing the latests and greatest Caribbean tunes. The appetizers we chose were good. The tortilla soup was a clean and healthy choice and had a nice spicy kick. My mom enjoyed her chowder and the coconut shrimp and beef empanadas were really good. The entrees however were not what we were expecting. The chicken and tostones had nearly no chicken and the ropa vieja was underwhelming. Bahama breeze is more for ambiance. The food is pretty good but there are better choices if you are a foodie.
(3)
Natasha N.
Looooved this place! The ambiance, the island vibes, the live music, the food was delicious (beef empanadas and fried chicken stack) and drinks,and service was amazing!!!!! Alex the best waiter ever!!!!! It was so good, forgot to take a photo of the food!
(5)
Pamela Y.
We have been to many Bahamas Breeze Restaurants before. This is on par with the others. Food is good as is the service. The place has a fun atmosphere but can get real loud! Great drink menu. It's a chain but it is good. Enjoy!
(4)
Justin A.
Try their key lime pie. It's SOOOO good. Also, the strawberry daiquiris are good. It can get busy there around 6PM for dinner, so expect a wait. There is a not-so-busy Bahama Breeze on 8735 Vineland Ave, near I-4 and highway 535.
(4)
Sarah D.
That's right, five stars! Bahama Breeze is easily one of my favorite restaurants. I haven't had a single plate I didn't love here. Favs are the CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP and COCONUT SHRIMP. As if the perfect food wasn't enough, the drinks and atmosphere are the cherry on top. They always have live music (usually featuring steal drums), while you're surrounded by palm trees...it feels like a much cheaper getaway to the Caribbean. I suggest sitting outside to get the whole effect! This is as authentic as chain restaurants get.
(5)
Jonathan C.
Service was good. Perhaps the kitchen was having an off night but 2 entrees came out under cooked. The chicken curry bowl was awful, and I will eat microwave food without complaining but it was bad tasting. Drinks were good.
(1)
Marcell A.
This service and food was excellent. I am allergic to coconut and most of the food had that ingredient in it (duh it's carribean food) but the accommodations and alternative recommendations were on point for a flavorful meal. I will be back when I come down again.
(4)
Wendy K.
We had such a pleasant experience with Donald at the bar in the outdoor area. He has the gift of connecting with his guests while efficiently serving them. If you're lucky, you can also see some Cocktail-style tricks.
(5)
Leslie S.
I suggest ordering a seafood dish. I ordered the shrimp and lobster linguine. It needed salt but had huge pieces of lobster meat.
(3)
Chrissy M.
This place was so awesome! Walked over from the Marriott, very convenient. Ordered the salmon with mango salsa it was so delicious & literally came out like lightning speed! I could not believe it was my food already being served. The fastest service I've ever had in a restaurant. Will definitely go here again any time I'm in Orlando! Tons of fun drinks too that are just as good as well.
(5)
Joshua B.
In town for business, got some steak and it was great! Salad upgrade for 2.50 - pretty substantial!
(5)
Daniel L.
The best chain restaurant I have been to hand downs. I am not a fan of chains like Outback Steakhouse, Appelbees, etc. So dining at Bahama Breeze was a pleasant surprise on my vacation. I had the firecracker shrimp tacos and would recommend them to anyone who likes spicy/sweet food. They offer small plate appetizers to share, the conch fritters are delicious. This restaurant caters to seafood lovers, caribbean food lovers, and vegetarians all the same. Everything I tried off the menu was good.
(5)
Fred T.
Overall, delicious food for an okay price. The service was above average and we had zero wait for a lunch table midweek. === THE GOOD === - The food! I had the Jamaican Jerk Chicken with yellow rice and black beans while my wife had the Fish Tacos with Bahamian Seafood Chowder. We both LOVED our meals and were glad to try something new. While the chicken was a touch on the dry side, the spices were perfect and not overly spicy. - The kids meal we ordered (Bowtie Mac & Cheese) arrived amazingly fast, which one would expect for such an order, but other places seem to think kids have a lot more patience than they really do. - The number of healthy options available was fantastic. Both of our meals came in at the 600-700 calorie range and there were plenty of other options. === THE BAD === - This is borderline bad, but for all the healthy options they have, it's surprisingly difficult to get the info. The mobile site is just okay for this, but their healthy meals are something they should be shouting about, including listing calories on the menu. With so many people looking for healthier options, why make it so difficult to see how many awesome options there are?!
(4)
Christine T.
I actually found this place using the Yelp iPhone app! I was visiting Orlando and am so glad that I tried this place. We tried the Coconut Shrimp, Seafood Paella and Calypso Shrimp Linguine. I must say, as a non-fan of coconut-anything (except coconut water), the dish made me embrace it. Best coconut shrimp ever?! Seriously, if you aren't allergic, GET IT. The portions are pretty hearty and the server was really friendly. If you are in the mood, grab a frozen cocktail, too. They were yummy ;)
(4)
Mike P.
Awesome food! Such a great atmosphere as well. The service at the bar was quick and full of entertainment.
(5)
Brad C.
Forgot to bring the appetizer but all was good because the meal made up for it. Cuban sandwich was good, fish tacos very good. How could you go wrong with some island music a deck while drinking a Pain Killer or Dark and Stormy!!
(4)
William G.
We went here on the recommendation of our cab driver. They have an extensive menu for both food and drinks, and everything was fairly reasonably priced for this type of venue.
(4)
Sara J.
We chose this spot based on the reviews on Yelp. We were not disappointed. I had the Cobb salad and my dining companion had the salmon pasta. Both were delicious. We also had a couple of very tasty frozen margaritas with dinner. Our server, Brandon, was very personable and attentive. There is live music, however the performer that night seemed to be having a difficult time engaging the audience.
(5)
Taylor H.
The food was pretty good however the service was poor. One of our drinks had something in it, and the other one wasn't good.
Well another rubbish place to eat at, undercooked food overpriced,not surprised to find out its owned by the same chain of restaurants Olive Garden and co,I didn't know this at the time, I had turkey burger well it was disgusting just mush in a bun I sent it back and did not trust anything on this menu looking at the family's plates Know one enjoyed the food everything was undercooked/raw I'm glad I saved myself from food poisoning, never again.
(1)
Beth L.
The wait was so long during the weekend. The foods are decent and price are very reasonable. We have a group of 12 people our total was around $300. The pasta portion are huge we had to bag it to go. Overall I would come back again.
(4)
Robyn S.
Was in Orlando for a work convention and decided to take our large group out to dinner. We called ahead to make a reservation and the General Manager, Eric Coleman was extremely helpful in accommodating our large party for dinner. The majority of the table ordered the ribs which everyone raved that they were fall off the bone good! We had 2 servers, one by the name of Ariel who was on top of everything. I wish I would of got the name of the 2nd server but like Ariel, he was great too. Food, service, ambiance and menu are excellent. If you are in the Orlando area for business, this is a must go to spot!
(5)
Luke S.
Stopped by for a quick lunch but wasn't overwhelmed with the place. I ordered the grilled salmon, wild rice and sweet potato and to be perfectly honest, I'd eaten better the previous day at Denny's for half the price. I don't think I'd return if I was in the area again.
(2)
Simeon V.
Great location, beautiful interior and nice athmosphere. Burgers and fries could be better, not the best. Other meals are nice such as chipotle beef bowl. Very good service and nice people.
(4)
Amanda M.
I was surprised by how reasonable the prices were here. I order the Hummus for the table at $3.99 and it came with a huge scoop of vegetable hummus, some big flat chips, and some fresh veggies. I enjoyed the hummus and chips, but my mom wasn't a fan. For dinner I order the Buttermilk Fried Chicken Breast, at only $13.95 and it came with 2 chicken breasts with fresh spinach and a few chunks of tomato, on top of mashed potatoes, with some fire roasted corn and beans. SO GOOD and filling with a hint of spice. My boyfriend got the Coconut Shrimp at I believe $16.99 and it came with about 12 shrimp, maybe a few more. He enjoyed it. My mom got their special which was some shrimp with mushrooms and bacon (i think) over cheesy grits. That was really good too, I tasted it. Came with fresh green beans. For dessert we shared the Chocolate Island (I believe it was called) and the moose was out of this world. I don't really eat moose because every time I've tried it I'm never a fan, but this moose was thick and had not only a chocolate flavor but i think there was also carmel flavor going on as well. I was trying ot figure it out and that's the conclusion I came too. I could definitely be wrong. The brownie was just okay. The service was great. She was very friendly and attentive. THe food came out super fast too.
(5)
Julie S.
We ate here for the first time yesterday. It was great! The food was very good and the waitress was very good. I sure hope her boyfriend purposes before they buy a house. Very highly recommended.
(5)
Joyce C.
After a long day of animal kingdom, our group was exhausted and hungry and thankfully we found Bahama Breeze. The service was OK, a little slow and a little disinterested in our table, but the waiter did have the chef come out to help one in our group with gluten free options. Extra points for table side gluten free recommendations! Now to the food... We had plenty of food for the 6 of us. The favorites seemed to be the seafood paella, jumbo crap stack, and the jerk chicken. All the seafood tasted fresh and everything was well seasoned.
(4)
Jeremy L.
Got the coconut shrimp, appetizer and jerk chicken pasta! Both absolutely delicious. The fish tacos were also really great, fresh and portioned nicely
(5)
Dennis P.
We arrived and quickly found a table outside. Great live music and nice outdoor atmosphere. Unfortunately we waited for 15 minutes with dirty dishes on our table. We finally got the attention of someone to help us. She was very helpful. I'm hoping things get better. Our waiter was very friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. I'm looking forward to the food. This food was very good, my compliments to the chef. While we liked our waiter, the service was very slow.
(3)
Scotty M.
Been a while since I've been to a Bahama Breeze - first time to this one for a office meeting / party. Great food & service - had the buttermilk chicken breasts w/ mashed potatoes - yum! Appetizers were great - onion rings, chicken quesadilla were great. Others had ribs, jerk chicken pasta, fish of the day - all were great. Men's room needs to be remodeled - minus one star.
(4)
Walter J.
Was driving up International drive looking for a place to have lunch and we decided to eat at Senior Frogs...unfortunately Senior Frogs does not have an outside area (at least that we could see)... so we decided to eat at Bahama Breeze. Very nice place, great outdoor area. The day we were their in January, it was about 72 degrees out but if it was colder, the area appears to have lots of heaters. My companion and I both had the fish lunch specials, I had Salmon, she had Tilapia. Both were very good. Being on vacation, I also had two pain killer cocktails which were excellent. Very tropical with a very refreshing pineapple taste. We also split the chocolate upside down cake, which was indescribably delicious. Our waiter was a really cool dude, very professional, and very attentive. Funny story, I was sitting by the railing of the outside deck area and all of sudden a kitten jumps up on the deck. Very cute but not expected. The waiter told us that 3 weeks prior an adult cat had shown up and a week later there was 5 kittens. So if you eat outside, look for the cats... Only in Florida! For a nice place to have a lunch outside or even a business meeting inside, Bahama Breeze has good food, delicious deserts, and excellent cocktails!
(4)
Guillermo R.
I've only been here once, but the food was excellent. Prepared right, served quick and my waiter was awesome. I went with some friends and we all had Greatful Deads. The waiter recommended that we try something strong to drink, the drinks were strong but enjoyable. Definitely recommend the 'Greatful Dead' drink if you're there.
(4)
Sasha G.
This place convinced me to have a Caribbean wedding once I actually get married. Partly because I am from the Caribbean but also because Bahama Breeze rocks. Now, I'm not from Florida... perhaps I will finally move out here once I get my sh$t together in NYC but let's see, but I know Florida is NOT the Caribbean. HOWEVER, sitting outdoors at this Bahama Breeze with a live musician jamming out awesome Caribbean beats, singing his rendition of Bob Marley's "we're jamminnnnn, we're jamminnnn," while swaying with his dreadlocks, as you order just ONE more rum punch, or pina colada, or mojito, REALLY gives you the illusion that you're in Barbados or anywhere else in the Caribbean. DIVINE! That being said, Bahama Breeze makes my Caribbean soul truly happy. Now, it also doesn't help that their drinks are packed with a punch and cost about half of what a cocktail of that sort will cost me in Manhattan. OR that it's okay to be "jammingggg" in your seat and no one gives you weird glances because 9/10 times they will be swaying to the beats too. OR that the musician is an ACTUAL musician and not some dude playing the part. Awesome place. Their food is okay. Hence, the deducted star. We ordered the paella (my cousin's idea not mine) and it was merely okay.... paella is not even Caribbean so what do you expect? It was definitely edible so of course we ate but not truly enjoyable. Their coconut shrimp on the other hand.. were great-- sweet and savory, definitely not something you should eat all the time but good nonetheless. Ever in the area, give this place a try! Be sure the weather's perfect, the sun is shining, and you sit outdoors. And give this song a listen: youtube.com/watch?v=oFRb… Jam it out!
(4)
Ashley M.
Im from Ohio and we dont have one of these where i live so i was excited to try it. I ordered the Jerk chicken wings and my mother ordered some kind of grilled chicken with corn & mashed potatos..she said her food was delicious. For an appetizer we ordered the jerk shrimp which was good and spicy. When my wings came I was kind of suprised because they were HUGE..i ordered the full which had 8 wings..i could have orderes the half plate which is 4 wings because thats all i could eat. The jerk wings were pretty good but not the best..i have a boyfriend from the islands and the Jerk chicken his family makes puts bahama breezes wings to shame. But for a resturaunt they were pretty decent..i just feel that their jerk sauce lacked depth and flavor. Other than that we had great service and a great waiter. I would go back..
(4)
Davies M.
The rum cake was great, I came here two days within a week for it coz in all fairness it you will literally crave for it after tasting. I had taco trio for my entry, the Tacos were so fresh, I asked for darkened Mahi Mahi, it was tenderly prepared. My aha moment was the huge size of these Tacos, they were so filling. I ordered soup as my side the whole meal was a struggle to finish. I give Bahamas breeze 5 because the of the food, the ambiance both inside and outdoor sitting plus the live band.... Next time iam in Florida, Bahamas breeze is the place to be....
(5)
Casey S.
The food is quite good, however the service is extremely slow and quite disorganized. It took over an hour to get our check.
(2)
Erin C.
Visiting from Ca read the yelp reviews and decided to try. It was yummy!!! Drinks are awesome, the piña colada was delicious and one if the best I ever had! We got the empanadas and coco shrimp. Both good just wish the shrimp had better sauce and more of a coconut taste. I got the mahi mahi tacos which were yummy and the hubby got shrimp and grits which he enjoyed. They had music outside but we sat inside bc there was a private party taking up a lot of patio space. Yes we will eat here again!
(4)
Marjorie K.
Love coming to this restaurant. We make it a point of coming to this restaurant every time we come to Orlando. The tostones and jerk chicken are delicious. We never have a long wait when we come. The serving sizes are huge. You will not be disappointed!
(5)
Scott B.
Food was outstanding! Their house vinaigrette was da bomb! Best house dressing ever. And you MUST have a slice of authentic house made Key Lime Pie. Doesn't get much better. Oh and our server, Eric, was awesome!
(4)
Rachael L.
My boyfriend & I walk in at 11:02, one of the first people there (there was only one other group) well as we're getting walked to our seat there was a table right behind us with the napkins and silverware wrapped up but you could see the crumbs and all still on the table but it was supposed to be "clean" yuck! so we sit down and I look over to my right and on the window seal are two what I thought was dead flies, but no.. one was still trying to fly around. then a third fly came over to join. disappointed because this location is the best we've been too in size, parking, they have an oyster bar unlike any other but it was so gross dinning next to three flies!!! oh & they took the butter milk chicken sliders off the menu as an appetizer because they were the "least popular" very very upsetting!!!
I love the feel! As soon as you walk into the place, your body relaxes just a little and time seems to slow down. I like to go here with a group, everyone order something different, and play pass the plate. Two of my favorite menu items - sweet corn cakes and the warm banana bread dessert. Oh my goodness!
(5)
Lawanna N.
Drinks 2 and a half stars Food 4 stars Service 12 stars thanks to ileana the waitress and Eric GM Had the shrimp and grits delicious! Great way to spend my lil sister bday dinner on our first night in Orlando! Thank you
(5)
Lauren U.
My husband and I went to Bahama Breeze while in Orlando for a mini-vacation. We ended up here after hopping around the places on International Drive. We were seated right away, and I ordered a Bahama Mama and my husband had a mojito. Both drinks were really good. I'm not sure about the pricing... I know they have a late-night happy hour but I don't remember if we made it for that or not (I said we were bar hopping, didn't I?). Our server was really, really friendly... Like, telling-us-a-lot-of-info overly friendly. Not inappropriate info, but I don't usually want to know the life story of my server. Anyway, it was all coming from a good place, so we were okay with it. I liked that we weren't rushed, even though we only ordered a couple drinks. We didn't eat, so no comments on food this time. It was a good experience, and I would consider returning here next time I'm in the area.
(3)
Lindsay R.
I got the jerk chicken pasta it was delicious! My husband got the ribs and they were the best we have ever had! The drinks were yummy- kinda weak, but tastes good. Average prices a little on the higher side for what you get. We would def go back though!!!!!!
(4)
Quawnie M.
Jerk chicken wings off the chain. Glad they had a kids menu, the ambiance didn't look kid friendly. Server seemed frazzled, kept forgetting my booster seat.
(4)
Melissa M.
Food was delicious, hot, filling. Service was also great, very attentive for a week night. Had the white sangria (ok, tasted more orange than mango), firecracker shrimp (delicious and plentiful), and jerk chicken pasta light portion (lots of flavor, perfect portion). We also sat outdoor on patio where there was live music, great atmosphere, fits Orlando setting. Recommend for a dinner outside the parks.
(4)
Joe N.
If your lucky enough to have Sheri wait on you, you'll be taken care of. Visited orlando for a week and went to restaurants twice per day. Best service by far. Ordered shrimp and lobster quesadillas..very good.
(5)
Suzee Q.
Simple, uncomplicated lunch was had for one. I sat outside near the gazebo as a musician played the steel drums. Service was efficient and friendly. Seated quickly. Nabbed a waitress to place my order. She checked on me and refilled my water in a timely way. The lunch special price was decent. I had the lobster/shrimp quesadilla with a Caesar side salad. Nothing extra special but good and filling.
(3)
Amber E.
Fun, island-style patio w/ tiki torches, live music, tropical drinks, and assortment if chicken, fish, beef and pasta entrees and variety of apps. The steel drummer tonight was really good.
(4)
Corey F.
I've probably been 6 times, about half at this location. I took my twins (7yrs.) old and made sure we sat outside for the reggae entertainment. I love the cuban but many other dishes as well.
(4)
Julie G.
The dining experience was great here. We had excellent service and the food was great. I had this colorful frozen cocktail drink that was very fruity and delicious. What was even better was that they gave you an extra shot of tequila. First time trying Conch. Got the Conch fritter and they were pretty damn good. But of course everything is good when they are deep fried. The coconut shrimp were the best I ever had. Would stop by here again if I am ever in town.
(5)
Nicholas C.
Great atmosphere. I came here during my vacation in Orlando, FL with a large group, I'd say 18 people and the service was great. The food and drinks were phenomenal and by far one of the best restaurants I've went to in Orlando.
(4)
Megan C.
Really, really good food! No MSG which is awesome, and everything seems to be pretty generally okay for you. Their frozen drinks are the bomb, and the service is always pretty good. The wait time isn't normally too long, but the area where guests wait to give the host their name or ask questions is sometimes a mess.
(5)
Andrada C.
I could not leave Florida without leaving a review for this place. I miss the grilled chicken with the cilantro crema and the pan seared salmon. This is an awesome place which i highly recommend The atmosphere is great especially at night when they play live music...one of the best places to visit while in Orlando!
(5)
Kyle H.
I ate here on vacation once, and let me just say, when I come back to this area, I will definitely go here again. The food was excellently prepared and the Service was excellent. The restaurant was very clean also. I had a very good experience, and you will too.
(5)
Gigi R.
Visited this location instead of the Lake Buena Vista one because that one is located right next to the outlets and across from Disney. From my past experience that one is always packed with tourist and incredibly busy. Arrived at 4pm on a Saturday before the dinner rush so the restaurant was moderately filled instead packed to the brim. We were seated immediately and ordered a pina colada. We thought the glasses would be larger like 16 oz but they were relatively petite sizes 8 oz. Ordered: Beef empanadas: Handmade pastries filled with savory beef and potatoes. Sweet Peruvian Corn Cakes: Freshly baked, served with roasted pineapple salsa and butter. The pineapple salsa was a jam consistency and was very savory and sweet. Mojo-Marinated Pulled Pork: Slow-roasted, served over sweet plantains with our signature sweet and smoky barbecue sauce I love plantains. Add bbq sauce and I was in heaven. Jerk Chicken Pasta Jerk Chicken Pasta Sliced jerk chicken breast, fresh asparagus and mushrooms tossed in a Parmesan cream sauce with bow-tie pasta. The cream sauce was nice and savory. I wished the plate had more asparagus. It seemed like it was two strings of asparagus that they chopped into a quarter size. Overall the meal was delicious and I enjoyed it very much.
(4)
Pradeepa K.
Usual one but the seating is not that great.
(3)
S W.
Hats off, this was a good place for our group. Service was very good, food was very good, we didn't have to wait. I'd go back.
(4)
Zombie D.
Our family went out here on a Monday night and we all had a great experience with everything from the wait staff down to the food. Here's what we ordered: chipotle beef bowl, sirloin steak with mashed potatoes, fire shrimp with onion rings, and grilled chicken with salad. My chipotle beef bowl was phenomenal and had very tasty seasonings. The wife loved the sirloin steak. The kids are picky eaters so it's hard to gauge them but the onion rings, salad (especially whatever dressing they use), and grilled chicken were very tasty. I can't give you a gauge on the shrimp because I don't eat seafood but it looked pretty fresh. Our waiter was great and the food came out quickly even with the restaurant being as packed as it was. What I liked the best about our waiter was that he actually knew everything about the food. Like he could tell you what each dish tasted like very descriptively and which ones were his favorites. In our area that's not very common. Overall the family agreed that we would come here again on our next trip down. Prices were good as well.
(4)
Sheila Z.
Had a delicious lunch of fish tacos!! Pina coladas are outstanding!!! Great waiter, too!
(4)
Manuel H.
The service was above average Jamaican Jerk Chicken was good the spices were perfect and not to spicy.Great place to eat on International Drive
(4)
Patrick M.
3.5 - good clean restaurant but not the BEST. The food, drinks, and service are all ok but not top notch. I would go again - just not top of list. Very clean restaurant, easy to get, easy parking, and they often have live outdoor music as well. Good family restaurant.
(3)
Lisa G.
Were back. Thank you for the gift card Amex ! Early Dinner and drinks. . No wait. Were eating inside today. The aromas are enticing.Sheri Johnson was our server, very pleasant and knowlegeable .The general manager also stopped by to say hello.
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John J.
First time experiencing a Bahama Breeze Restaurant and I am very happy with our choice. Food and service was excellent. Nice menu with plenty of great choices We tried the beef empanadas which were good but I am partial because they couldn't compare to my own. The chicken tortilla soup brought me back to my childhood when my grandmother used to make her chicken soup. As my main course I had the Carnitas bowl which had great flavors and a nice spicy kick from the chorizo. Eric, one of the managers checked in with us and stayed chatting for several minutes about the restaurant and food. Thanks for an awesome experience.
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Leena C.
Went in for dinner after a long day at universal studios. The server was personable and friendly, and the freshness of the fruit salad (forgot the exact name) along with their frozen tropical margarita was just what I needed after all the junk food at the theme park. We also had some appetizers, and I really liked their coconut shrimp with sweet and tangy sauce! Definitely better than some of your ordinary restaurant chains.
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Mike S.
I like the sweet Caribbean flavors! Nothing over the top amazing, but nice to have an "island" tasting food for a change. The flatbread was typical, the onion rings and dip sauce were really good(probably best onion ring i've ever had), the jerk wings were ok. I got the Chef's special for the day which was sea scallops on Peruvian corn cakes with a nice sweet cream sauce. It made me like scallops again, well done chef. The slaw it came with was weak. Still i believe i had the best dish out of anyone. Decent atmosphere and island style. NOT great. We went for office lunch, and had 11 people, and our servie was ON POINT. I'd go back, but wish they had some beef options. Everything was fish, shrimp, or chicken. Get it Jerked you jerk!
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Rafael Dagoberto P.
30 minutes waiting for someone to come to our table in the outside área! Horrible service.
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Mandy C.
It is one of the better chain restaurants I have eaten at but there is a reason I try to avoid the mainstream chains...they just never impress me even when the food is okay/good. Since the one in Birmingham closed, I always seem to wish for the kabab salad and pepper stuffed appetizer. So when in Orlando recently looking for a house, I thought here is my chance to eat where I miss in Birmingham. Well I can stip thinking about this place now and realize that I haven't missed anything by it closing down in Bham. Frist I would like to say the goat cheese stuffed red peppers are still on the menu and still good. BUT the chicken kabob salad is no longer in existence. SO I WAS MAJORLY UPSET and settled on something I wasn't thrilled about. And it is definitely overpriced for the quality of food offerred. But it is worth mentioning that the atmosphere is great and staff pleasant. So if you like chains this is one worth trying.
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Gjuana W.
I love this place! Me and my fiance make it a must to come here a few times a month to sit outside at the bar and enjoy an ultimate pina colada and bahamarita (plus many others but those are our favorites). Even through my pregnancy I've been in and out to have a virgin version of my favorites. They have a steel drummer who sings and takes your experience to another location. Feels like I'm vacationing when I don't live too far away! It does get very busy around nights in the summer and close to holidays though, which when dining (especially inside) can become a negative when it comes to extremely long waits to order and receive your food. However, the food is always delicious and made to request every time.
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Patricia R.
My friend and I shared the seafood paella which has tilapia, shrimp, scallops, mussles, chicken and sausage tangled in with yellow rice and peas. It was a huge plate. If one person was eating it, there would be leftovers for the next meal. Talk about a burst of flavor in your mouth. We also shared the firecracker shrimp which became their favorite of the night.
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Kelley J.
I am a huge fan of this restaurant; The food had amazing flavor, looks great, definitely a five for the food. The waiter was very friendly and helpful, and I could hear the other staff members laughing and talking with guests, so five for them as well. The restaurant itself was nice, it looked clean and organized. The only downs to this place was the wait; and even that didn't take as long as expected, only about 10 minutes. The other was they got the receipt wrong, but it was a minor mistake with the sides. Overall, great place and it's highly recommended, especially for families!
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Rashad C.
Brilliant drinks and food!!
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Ricky H.
It was our first time here, and we will definitely be going back. I recommend the shrimp & lobster quesadillas and the adobo chicken tacos! The food was great and the service as well!
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Shelly W.
Thoroughly enjoyed this restaurant. The atmosphere, food, and service was great. I had the Cesar salad and shrimp and lobster quesadillas. Delicious. Also had the spicy mango mojito. Initially it didn't have enough heat, but they gave more in a glass, added it to my drink and it was GREAT! Would definitely go back.
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Rich G.
Rolled in to BB on the eve of a big convention down the road that I was attending. The place was pretty full of convention goers so we grabbed a booth in the bar area. This is a mega sized restaurant, think a small mall devoted to bar food . One cool feature of the restaurant is that does have a full wrap around outside patio and separate bar facing International Blvd. The service was attentive and they served up exactly what you would expect from a joint in this category. Three of us shared a few items as it was late and we had all just arrived from 3 different parts of the world. Tostones with Chicken Thick slices of home-fried plantains layered with chicken, sweet peppers, mushrooms, onions and cheese, topped with fresh tomato salsa. Basically nachos, sub plantains for chips. This was pretty tasty. Caesar Salad Self explanatory, romaine, classic Caesar, croutons and Parmesan cheese. A bit too much dressing. Warm Chocolate Pineapple Upside down Cake- Very Sweet and very rich. Good for a couple of bites. As mentioned above the staff, were all very friendly and professional and the food came out on time. You can tell they are used to be busy and handle the crowds well. I would not seek a place like this out normally, but given the area and proximity to the convention center and hotels, they do a nice job at BB and I would eat there again. 3.5 stars
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Slowsteady S.
Good Carribean food especially the jerk chicken wings. And the carribean sunrise to quench your thirst! Conveniently located near the outlets & lots of hotels. Paella was mediocre.
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Kent H.
I ordered the 3 fish tacos, tilapia. The ambiance was pretty cool and felt very vacation like. The avocado in the taco was a good addition. The tilipia consisted of fairly large pieces. I enjoyed the balsamic vinegar vine ripened tomato salad which I actually wished there was more in on the dish.
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Theresa N.
LOVE LOVE LOVE this place! My husband and I are in town for a business conference and we saw this place while driving by, it didn't look crowded and we were quite hungry so we pulled in! Well, they were pretty crowded after all but the host said it would only be 30 minutes so we decided to wait in the bar because they had live music and it was a guy singing reggae and playing the steel drums... I LOVE this type of music! A table in the bar opened up as we walked in so we decided to just stay in the bar and order from there (after all, we were pretty hungry!) We started with a cocktail and their homemade chips and salsa. Island themed Rum Drinks -Yum! Homemade chips and salsa - Yum! For dinner I ordered the grilled chicken with Cilantro Crema sauce (so good I asked for an additional side of the sauce!) and it came with mashed potatoes and roasted corm with 3 types of melted cheese. My husband ordered Creole Shrimp and ate every last bite. More Yum! For dessert we shared a rum cake and guess what? More Yum!
I just saw a roach on the wall next to my seat while I was eating. I give a 3 because the place is still amazing as well as the food. They just need to tighten up on cleanliness
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Crystal O.
We came here after looking at resturants on Yelp. Being on our honeymoon and from CA we gave this place a shot. Half-off apps after 10PM also helped. We had Justin as our server and he was excellent!! Gave us recommendations on both food and drinks. We tried (over 3 visits) Fried Chicken Sliders, Onion Rings, Spinach & Artichoke Dip, Warm Goat Cheese, Firecracker Shrimp and Jerk Wings......All delish...We also tried the burgers. Served on toasted brioche bun, so good!!! Wishing we had one of these close to us.
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Daniel L.
Seriously can't decide if I prefer Olive Garden or Bahama Breeze in the Darden family. Guess it depends on my mood. First things first, if you like Barbancourt Rhum, you can get it here, although why you'd mix it in a drink is beyond me. Sip it, like a fine whiskey. Staff was friendly and efficient, which is sometimes hard to find in Orlando. Food came out quickly, nice and hot. I had the Carnitas rice bowl - Spanish style pork, chorizo sausage, corn, plantains, and yellow rice. Excellent dish!! I looked at the other dishes passing my table and everything looked good. Beware this location when it's raining, though. The roof leaks in several places in the restaurant. We were there during a typical central Florida deluge and the poor staff was throwing down side towels trying to keep the water at bay in the passageway to the bathrooms. They told us the shop is going through a $2 million renovation to solve the leaky roof. Bathroom was clean and hot water was available, always good signs. Prices are about average for the area. If you want something a little different but still want a chain restaurant experience, this is the place for you. Food served up with island flair.
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Toby L.
We have eaten here several times and have always have a great time. The atmosphere is very relaxed and the food is delicious. If you are visiting the area, this tropical paradise is what you would expect to see. If possible eat outside on the deck and enjoy the steel drums.
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Zac H.
I love this place for everything it is. BB brings you to the islands with the tropical atmosphere, live music and authentic cuisine. This place is one of my favorites.
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Chelle P.
I'm glad I didn't pay for last night's meal. The one man show was the best part of the meal. The food / service ---- I was not impressed at all. This is about the 3rd visit and the worse by far. The greeters were not that friendly. The food was bland , sloppy, and overcooked. The tastiest item that we had were the conch fritters, and I actually dont even care for conch. I had the fish tacos , the pieces of fish stayed too long on the grill, the black beans and rice were interesting. It was yellow rice with black beans on the bottom. I forgot black beans even came with it ! Friends had : the daily special ( salmon and shrimp with a huge sloppy serving of goopy sweet potatoes) - jerk chicken (when since jerk chicken is a breast only?). I am still trying to figure out the gooey , sloppy, sweet potatoes that came with their meals. Well, at least my son was happy -- he loved the mushy potatoes! :) I should have gone to Bonefish Grill or even Red Lobster ! ;0
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Lance S.
Food was great! Server was very helpful and catered to the kids beautifully....even though it was lunch and busy. We will be back to enjoy the food and atmosphere again! Thanks for a great lunch!
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Jared V.
I've always had excellent service when I came here, and the food has been prepared well. I was in the area anyway (would otherwise not attempt to go to an I-Drive establishment) and stopped in because I had been here before. I got attentive, fast service after being seated immediately. The hummus app is really tasty. They have standard, boring beer on tap. They used to have Widmer Hefeweizen on tap, but not this time. They didn't have Sam Adams Summer seasonal on tap either, but they had it in a bottle. The wife got a salad which she said was excellent, and I got a cuban sandwich with fries. The fries were outstanding. Really, some of the best fries I have ever had. I've had better cubans but I was in the mood for it and it hit the spot.
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JoAnna D.
I'm beginning to lose faith in Bahama Breeze. After several good - and some great - experiences at BB, I had a disappointing experience at the Wayne, NJ location.* And now, I've had another letdown in Orlando. I came here on a Sunday night with my mom & aunt, around 8:30pm. There was a 45 minute wait, but that's about the norm in Orlando. We were seated in a booth, put in our order, & relaxed. The three of us waited around 45 minutes after ordering, without seeing our waitress or getting any food. Other families & larger groups were seated, ordered, & began eating at the tables around us. Our conversation slowly died down as we couldn't hear each other over our grumbling stomachs. I ordered fish, and my mom & aunt both ordered pasta, so how could those dishes be taking so long? Our waitress passed our table, caught my eye, & did a double take. She ran off without saying another word. Minutes later, she came back to the table with a big loaf of bread & sincere apologies. "I don't know what's going on. Something happened in the kitchen ... a big mixup ... please take this bread while you wait, on the house. I'm so sorry!" About 15 minutes later, our food arrived. My fish was overcooked, and a bit burnt on one end, but there was no time to complain because I was starving! We opted against dessert because after our long wait for entrees, it was long past 10pm & we were getting tired. We didn't expect dinner to be a 2.5 hour ordeal - with 90 of those minutes spent waiting. If it wasn't for our kind waitress, I may have given this experience one star. She knew something got screwed up, whether it was her mistake or the kitchen's issue, but she did her best to make up for it. I love the food & atmosphere at Bahama Breeze, but, unfortunately, I will probably think twice before coming here again the next time I'm in Orlando. ______________ * yelp.com/biz/bahama-bree…
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Brad K.
I know it's a tourist type place. But the atmosphere is really nice. The food is always on the higher quality end and very tasty. Service was excellent. Prices very reasonable. What can I say. Even though I'm not a tourist, I really enjoyed this dining experience and would definitely go back. Side note: It gets really really busy for dinner here. So go early or expect to wait 1+ hours.
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Miko L.
I arrived at this location around 5:30 pm on November 1st 2014 . I decided to take my wife here for our anniversary . We were met by a very charming and polite young man outside of the establishment . Now upon entering my wife and I became very upset at the fact that the waiters and host made very rude comments. ( as if we we could not hear them) . The host did not want to seat us and made attempts to pass us on to someone else why laughing about it. My wife was very upset and it almost ruined our outting. The women who seated us displayed a very disrespectful attitude and rushed us to our seats. Once at our seat we were met by a very nice woman who began to serve us. My wife insisted that we leave and we did. I would never come to this place of business again it was very unprofessional and it seemed as if the costumers concerns and approval of the services rendered where not much of a concern to the staff. I felt as if we were being rushed.
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Jen L.
Food was good, but mojito was NOT the best... Try another drink. Nice family atmosphere so everyone can enjoy.
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Melissa R.
We went before a Conference and made reservations for 26 people but when we showed up they said they don't take reservations. They sat us at 4 different tables and tried to make the best of it. My food was just ok but other people in my group really enjoyed it. Service was good too.
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Barrie Q.
We stopped in for dinner whilst on vacation in the area. Despite not booking, a booth table was found for us quite quickly. John was our waiter and when asked, he helpfully suggested a few dishes we might consider. He listened to what size if dishes as well as type of ingredient before pointing out the a couple of appetisers. They were delicious and just the right quantity of food Substitutions for the main course was similarly no problem and so I had the baby ribs and garlic mash. Both were delicious. Service was prompt and courteous. The only tiny criticism, if you could count it was our server forgot a glass of water, but apologised and brought it straight over when reminded. The restaurant was busy, so it's understandable. All in all, great service, good food and a pleasant atmosphere.
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Shawn J.
Always good food and service. Found new great drink "The Painkiller"! Jerk chicken is great, so is the buttermilk fried chicken. The Aruba Red beer is always a treat. I wish they hadnt changed the Creole baked goat cheese though. It is now smaller and with large tortillas instead of the little toast. Someone must have found another $1 in profit there.
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Cynthia H.
We ate here during our vacation. We were pleasantly surprised. The food was very good, especially the coconut shrimp and the key lime pie. The service was excellent. We will definitely eat there again the next time we are in town.
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Anna T.
The baby back ribs is so big and tasty! Good for two girls to eat, add one fruit salad. Lemonade is kind of cocktail style, tastes good.
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Y. Abigail H.
Bahama Breeze... I came here with a large group during my week in Orlando last year. I had a pretty good experience! The wait was rather long, but it was ok because I had good company around me and we waited outside on the deck. I guess it must be a popular place, because it seemed very touristy. Nonetheless I still enjoyed my visit here. The restaurant has a very casual feel to it and it made it easier to relax and enjoy the meal. I ordered ribs and it was so delish! Good sauce on the ribs and the ribs was tender, fall of the bone type of tender! Also, They had coconut onion rings. I laaahve onion rings! And I laaahve coconuts, so the combo was terrific! (Yum, I am actually craving some as I type this review, my mouth is salivating... ; )) Honestly, I would definitely try to return here next time I am in Orlando. They are awesome!
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Heidi B.
After hearing a lot of great things about Bahama Breeze, I was honestly very excited to get to try out this chain for myself. Unfortunately, my experience was less than stellar. Because it happened to be a Sunday afternoon, we decided to start off by ordering a few alcoholic beverages. I had a refreshing mojito and my partner in crime had a caribbean zombie. We both agreed that our drinks were delicious, and I do admit that I wouldn't mind going back and having another mojito again someday soon. It was really the quality of the food at Bahama Breeze that I was not impressed with at all. Although the menu is very diverse and the descriptions of all of the menu items sounded delicious, the curry chicken rice bowl that I ordered tasted bland. Additionally, the amount of food in my rice bowl (especially for a dinner menu item) was less than expected, which is always great when you're starving. And after having a bite of the cuban sandwich that my bf ordered, I realized that it wasn't just my bad luck. His sandwich tasted cheap, flavorless, and hastily made as well. I do have to comment, however, that our service at the restaurant was fine, and also that our drinks were delicious. But really, what is the point in going to a restaurant if the food isn't good?
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B A.
The service at this location is mediocre. I ordered two alcoholic drinks, the tropical storm and a skinny margarita. Both drinks were horrible very watered down tasted like melted ice as soon as I received them. I also ordered the grilled Jamaican jerk chicken and there was no sauce. I mean it just came out as grilled chicken and I know what jerk chicken tastes like and that wasn't it. Well at least the mashed potatoes were good. The service wasn't so good I guess because there was so many people there. I can say the best thing about this place was the performer.
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Adriana A.
So my fiance wanted to take me to dinner and walk around International Drive, we decided to eat at Bahama Breeze. I really enjoyed the laid back atmosphere. We sat outside on the patio area and it was very cozy. There was a performer tonight, not sure of his name but he played the steel drums and sang. I will say the menu is too big, way too many choices... it was a bit overwhelming. Once we decided what to eat, the food came quickly and it was very very good. My tips are be prepared to be overwhelmed a little by the menu and also since it is on International Drive, it was rather pricey, but it's to be expected in a tourist area such as I Drive. Over all I liked it and I'm sure we will be back.
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Michelle C.
A couple of my friends and I decided to dine at Bahama Breeze on July 4th. We were able to be seated almost immediately after entering the establishment. Our waiter was super attentive and he took the time to describe some of their special menu items and also suggested a few cocktails to try. We ended up ordering conch fritters, yuca fries, and stuffed tomatoes for appetizers. I also ordered the Parrot Passion cocktail. Conch Fritters were really good. Nicely fried exterior and the conch had a good chew to it. There was also a sweet and tangy dipping sauce for that. Yuca fries were delicious. The yuca is fried in truffle oil and it comes with a tomato-based dipping sauce. Stuffed tomatoes were served cold. There was a medley of different veggies from corn to garbanzo beans to green beans all stuff into a tiny tomato. It was very light and refreshing; a definite good choice for vegetarians or people who are counting calories. The Parrot Passion Cocktail was nice. It had a good amount of alcohol in it. It tasted very lemony and fruity in general; comes with a garnish of lime. For the entrees, I ordered the Coconut Shrimp and the Jerk Chicken Pasta. The coconut shrimp is a house specialty and it was definitely very tasty. The breading was light and crunchy; it seems to be served with the same dipping sauce as the conch fritters. The Jerk Chicken Pasta had a nice kick to it from the jerk seasonings but it was well balanced by the cream sauce in the pasta. Everything tasted pretty good. The small plate appetizers were all around $5-7 dollars a plate. The entrees are from $10-20 depending if you are ordering a burger or a fish.
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Vicky C.
While the atmosphere was cool and food was good after we had to return our seafood chowder to have it hot to eat....service is slow at best, other servers waited on us more than our original server who was all over the Restuarant . Management needs to manage
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Adam G.
I've always enjoyed my time at Bahama Breeze. Whether at the bar or at a table, I've never had a problem with the staff. My previous trips were years before I discovered Yelp, so I'd say that my experience this weekend shows consistency throughout the years. First off, they were playful and attentive to our requests for our daughter. Always a huge plus. A small fruitcup with several grapes and several slices of pineapple is fine. The chicken tenders were good, nice crunchy breading and a generous amount of fries. The wife's burger was perfectly cooked, tasty, though the 2 slices of bacon left something to be desired (tiny). I had the carnita rice bowl. Roasted pork, sauteed sausage, corn, sweet plaintains on yellow rice. A good lunch portion and I was satisfied. It was all nicely cooked, but the plaintains sold it for me. The highlight for me was really the beef empanadas. I love empanads and will try them anywhere. These were perfectly cripsy without being greasy, great seasoned meet and the potatoes inside were finaly diced and soft. The only real disappointment for me was the spicy mango mojito. For $8, I'd like a decent drink. The entire glass was filled to the rim with crushed ice, so there really wasn't much to drink, neither was it spicy. Little hint of mango and no hint of mint. It was more like a margarita. So I siwtched to the Aruba Red after that and I was good. Towards the time we were leaving, the guy had just gotten outside on the steel drums doing a little Hotel California. The guy could play. I'd love to have been there during warmer and less windy weather to enjoy the music.
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Kristen L.
Not bad at all for a chain restaurant. I love any where that I can eat outside. This location has three outdoor patios and outdoor bar/waiting area. We went around 6:30pm and beat the crowd. When we left at 8pm it was packed. We sat on the Sunset patio around the back and it was quieter. The front patio had loud music and was pretty lively. The service was friendly but not really with it. Every time an order came out a server just walked around the patio asking whose food it was. Our server was very nice but fairly slow, especially with drink refills. The fresh fish was pretty good. But they forgot my side dish and then it didn't come out until I was already done with my fish. The pricing here was also a bit cheaper than some of the other restaurants with fresh fish. Really not bad overall.
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Sarah K.
Stopped here for dinner one night while vacationing with my family in Orlando, and was not disappointed! We dined with a party of 5 and all of us absolutely loved our experience here. The restaurant was huge, and completely packed, something we took as a good sign, but also were skeptical about how long we would have to wait to be seated. We were pleasantly surprised to get seated immediately, at a large table outside on their deck. Our server was very fun and friendly, something we appreciate that isn't always easy to find anymore. He was attentive and polite, and helped to really make our experience a good one. We started off each ordering a different drink from their drink menu, and each of us loved our choice. I really enjoyed the pina colada/margarita drink, and only wish it would've come in a bigger glass. It didn't take us long to get our meals, which was surprising due to how packed the restaurant was, and we all were very happy with how each of our dishes tasted. You definitely won't leave this place feeling hungry, as the portion sizes are huge. Really loved the food, service, and atmosphere of this place and will be returning on our next trip to Orlando!
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Suzie H.
Bomb Cuban sandwich! The ahi tuna and yuca fries were also good I've had better but four stars for the sandwich! It was one of the best I've had.
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Amanda R.
This restaurant was right across from our hotel and the huge covered patio with live music looked inviting, so we stopped in for dinner and drinks. Didn't realize it was a chain until we got there and there were photos on the menu - a bad sign! Our server seemed miserable (understandable since the patio was very busy and he was probably overworked) and none of the 3 employees we talked to seemed to understand what gluten was. Drinks were weak and food was rather bland. Pulled pork app was cold, chicken tostones had very little meat. This ended up being the most expensive and least satisfying meal of our trip, kind of like a Caribbean-themed TGI Friday's - definitely a generic tourist/family spot. Go further down the street to Pointe Orlando for some great, non-touristy options!
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Patty W.
I LOVE! The atmosphere makes me feel like I should be at the beach dipping my toes in the sand and having a fruity drink. The calypso music makes that very welcoming while it plays in the background. The drinks are ridiculous. I had a bahamarita and a sunset beverage, which are addicting. We shared the corn cakes for our appetizer and it came with a mango salsa and butter to top them with. Yum. I settled for the Cuban sandwich, which consisted of ham, roast pork, salami, Swiss cheese, with mayonnaise. This sandwich usually is with mustard instead of mayo, but I definitely am sticking with the mayo from now on. It tastes so much better. Of course, the portion of black beans and yellow rice as well as fries for the sides was a lot. I was lucky enough to take half of the sandwich back to the hotel for leftovers. Our waitress was really sweet and she gave us excellent recommendations on what to order. What a beautiful time!
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Steven C.
It looked pretty neat from outside, but a basic restaurant inside. The mixed drinks were very good but kinda small. The food wasn't any better then any other restaurant. Enjoyed the steel drum musician. As a tourist it was fun to experience once, but I wouldn't go back regularly
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Caberia S.
I was very impressed with the service and the food was great. I hope there's one in Chicago. Great atmosphere, this is a hot spot!
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Annie R.
Very enjoyable experience. Ordered Beef Empanadas for appetizers and I loved them especially with fruit salsa. Enjoyed the Jerk Chicken Pasta and was so happy that they have an option of the lighter portion, which was large. It was great. My husband who likes very spicy food ordered Chicken Curry Rice bowl. It was not spicy enough for him and chutney was served on top. It would have been better for him to have the chutney on the side to keep it from being so sweet. We definitely will go back
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Ann J.
Waited 45 min. For table, was seated then manager asked us to switch tables and was complemented to two free appetizers . Was worth the wait .
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Jim S.
Had lunch here today and ordered the coconut shrimp that many Yelpers have recommended. All I can say is wow, you guys have good taste. I may eat here one more time before I leave town just for that item. I also really liked the casual Caribbean vibe and our cute and super nice server Rebecca. Don't miss this place if you're in the area.
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Chris M.
The service was good ... that's about all I have to say.
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Jonathan M.
Service was poor. Food is pretty good for the price. The ribs we're fall off the bone tender. Good ribs but not great ribs. Our entrees came out before our appetizer. Our waiter was very nice but very forgetful on a lot of things. If your in the mood for a moderately priced island themed chain restaurant then this is your place.
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Jon K.
In the same way Darden Restaurants created the Olive Garden based on Italy, they've created Bahama Breeze based of of the islands. Let's not fool anyone though. This is a chain restaurant through and through. The only thing "international" here is the name of the road. That being said, they do have a menu that is safe for everyone, as none of the dishes are too ethnic or spicy. There is a big focus on appetizers and drinks (as I'm sure they are the money makers.) The food itself is good and the portions are large. Come hungry. As far as this specific location, it can be very busy Friday and Saturday night. We may all be used to grabbing the vibrating device that let's us know when our table is ready, but you can wait well over an hour even with a reservation. Unless you're a tourist or entertaining a large crowd, you'll probably find quicker eats elsewhere in town.
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Shar F.
This place has good drinks, i lovvveee the ultimate pina colada. I personally call it pina pina lol Go try it!
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Kate H.
Great lunch today! I had the combo shrimp/lobster empanadas with a salad.it was a bit expensive for lunch, but it has good food, lots of parking and a good atmosphere.
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Geoff B.
We came here on the advice of a friend who used to live in Orlando. I ordered some crab claws, which were way overcooked and drowning in butter. Now, I like crab and butter as much as the next guy, but these claws were mush. No amount of melted butter could save them. My wife and sister's meals were good. I had high hopes when my meal came with Cuban Bread, but it turned out to just be French Bread. Have Americans always called it that, or only since that whole Freedom Fries thing? The atmosphere was okay, but the hostess didn't seem to care. The waitress was nice enough. We came here because other places were too far of a drive. Probably wouldn't come back if given the choice. Also, we might have seen a drug deal outside, so at least we got that "Miami Experience" without having to make the trek to Miami.
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Katie L.
Mojitos didn't have the sugar stick anymore.... that's the only reason I used to like this place. Tostones appetizer was super dry. Croquettes were delicious. Coconut shrimp dinner was good. A little too oily for me but they give you a lot of food. Banana bread dessert was good, filling and very sugary.
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Brian I.
This place was the last meal before flying back to europe after a good vacation. And the place was fit for a farewall meal.. Just really good food... Good and kind service and i love the relaxed atmosthere inside.. Try the coconut shrimps; they are soooo good Hoping to come back.
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M C.
Was at this location while in town for family event and ate here twice for a lunch and a dinner. The service was great on both occations. The food was delicious and portioned correctly for the price. If you want to eat a meal in a place that will provide you a nice ambiance that is not quite upscale, but definitly not as casual as "Dennys" then this is your place. Take advantage of the "free" valet parking...
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Eric P.
The first location of this Darden chain, this Bahama Breeze is in the middle of Orlando's International Drive tourist district. This means you'll have to brave traffic and general crowded-ness to get here. The parking lot is small (and nearby venues have patrolling tow trucks to ensure you don't steal their precious spaces, either), so count on using For all that effort ... I wanted the meal to be better. Don't get me wrong, the food is good. And fortunately, over the years, they've learned to add "lighter portion" options -- as almost every entree is served super-sized (a notch below, perhaps, Cheesecake Factory's bigger-than-your-head standard size, but still more than a single serving). And it is better than sister restaurants Olive Garden and Red Lobster. But nowhere near the quality of sibling Seasons 52, which is in the same price category. And this location, well ... it's showing its age and the volume of traffic it gets. If you go: Coconut Shrimp is a winner, as are the beef empanadas (formerly known as "West Indies Patties"), which come with a lovely apple-mango salsa and sour-cream dip. I've not had something yet I didn't like ... just few things I'd, well, love. If I want to dine at a Bahama Breeze, I'll definitely look to try one of their newer locations flung around the metro area ... away from the I-Drive crowd.
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Brian W.
Fun mojitos and foofoo drinks ! Try to go early or late as it gets very busy with tourists !
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Bill T.
Wow, I hadn't been to a Bahama Breeze in a long time, I was really missing out. We used to frequent the one in Altamonte but the last few times were just okay. The cocktails, food and service here are excellent. They have, easily, the best selection of rums in the area and make some great drinks with nice fresh ingredients. We asked them to make their "Original Daiquiri" with Appleton Estate rum, which they happily accommodated, with delicious results. Their lump crab and shrimp appetizer was also very fresh and tasty, and a nice portion to boot. We had their fresh fish and Paella for entrees and both were excellent. Service was great too, we just need to save room for desert next time. Like a trip to the islands just 20 minutes from my house!
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Cheryl G.
I don't typically rate chain food restaurants, because really what is the point. But I had to post something out about Bahama Breeze in regards to terrible management decisions and overall bad restaurant decisions. First of all, I stopped by after arriving later in the evening to the Orlando area for work. The national championship game is on and I wanted to catch up on some work. First problem, no internet.. really.. it's 2015 Bahama Breeze.. get with the times. Second, the game is on, several patrons wanted to listen to the volume.. the nice server went to the back to talk to the manager and came back with a NO. Really.. so you don't want to make your patrons happy??? I get that you don't want sports stuff on for the most part but there are exceptions, Superbowl, National Championship games etc... We are Americans and we need a little positive stuff now and again, throw us a bone BB... ugh.. I come to Orlando a few times a month, won't come back to this place again.
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M A.
The hostess was not friendly, but our waitress was awesome. The cuban black bean soup was excellent, but the banana plantains were ripe. My friend from Jamaica said they were no good. The waitress did not charge me for the meal, but I had higher hopes for this place. I would say it is hit or miss.
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Joselyn Y.
Before coming to this location, I had no idea that Bahama Breeze was a chain, despite there one being in MA, which is where I live! My sister and I came to this place after coming out of wonder works and feeling oh-so-hungry. So naturally, we consulted Yelp! And what a place! Omg we got the Jamaican jerk chicken wings, grilled chicken with creme de cilantro, and the salmon with pasta sauce and creme sauce and everything was amazing. The Jamaican jerk wings came out fast and omggg, so so good! They were large wings and were cooked just right. Also, our waiter was awesome, he seemed friendly and peppy and was still that way even after we interuptted him to let him know we knew what Yuuca was (I felt bad about coming off as being rude so I left a 20% tip but man, hunger is terrible). Anyway, our waiter gave me some suggestions for drinks that I could get and at Bahama Breeze, they don't play around. After 2 drinks I was like what?! In Boston, for $8 a drink they water that down for you! But anyway, our food was excellent as was the service (when our food came out someone who looked like a chef gave us our food and was happy at what we ordered). My pasta with salmon was simply amazing-- its been too long since I had a good pasta/salmon combo. I left buzzed and happy with my sister as my sober driver (lol?) and we noticed the sign on the door as we left urging customers to please not drive drunk (the sign even said that the mangement would find a way to get you home-- thats really saying something!). Overall, really, really loved this place and can't WAIT to try the one in MA when the chance comes up.
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Candace W.
Great drinks, great food, great place! They have so many good choices on the menu. Now, i only have one bone to pick with this place, its on i drive so it gets crazy packed around dinner time, i usually get take out. But if i have the time to sit down to eat, it delivers. I'm not the outdoorsy type, so i prefer to sit inside, but its nice when the band is playing. My favorites: Coconut shrimp.. crack Jamaican jerk wings Empandas Tropical chicken salad Chocolate Pineapple upside cake; AMAZING!!!! This place will forever take my money
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Caren C.
Sat outside for over 15 minutes with no service. Not even water. Told the hostess when we got up and left, she didn't even care. Went to Millers Ale House instead. Much better!
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Jennifer L.
They have changed the concept so much to only serve "easy prepared" food forgetting what brought them where they are. The quality food the had when first opened is gone in the "new" menu. Almost every dish we enjoyed in the past is gone, so there is no reason for us to come back.
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Emari H.
Blah... We got a recommendation for this place but the food was 'blah', service, 'eh', and cleanliness 'eeeeeew'. We got Caesar salad & quesadilla and chicken Cobb salad. In my Cobb salad, chicken was like cardboard and who puts pine nuts in Cobb??? They serve with vinaigrette and blue cheese dressing but I'd just rather have two blue cheese dressing (I had to ask for more). Salads do not come with bread nor anything else so I also had to ask for a piece of bread. That bread (Cuban bread) actually the best part of the meal. I watched our waiter clean the table next to us with a piece of paper towel, hopefully it was at least wet! He swept off the food crumbs onto the floor and then went on to setting up the setting. I was grossed out as I was staring at food crumb still left on the chair...Eeew The other wait staff was cleaning their tables with a cleaning spray so don't know why this dude decided to not use it. Hubby's quesadilla looked decent but their pico de gallo was just a cut up tomatoes & few pieces of onions. Even I, the Japanese girl, can make a better one :( Well, we decided that this was a fake 'Tommy Bahama' type of restaurant and we get what we pay for... Nice decor and possibly a good place to enjoy an afternoon drink with appetizers.
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James O.
The other two Bahama Breeze restaurants in town are good, but avoid this one. Good luck calling ahead because they don't like answering the phone. There is always a wait and for food that's the same as the one in Buena Vista or Altamonte Springs, I'll pass.
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Rebecca C.
This place is a ok for a chain. We loved the firecracker shrimp appetizer. I definitely recommend it. The sweet potato mash potatoes were good and the fish was pretty good.
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Kent J.
Nice atmosphere. Seating inside and out. I prefer the bar. Steven the bartender was a real pro. Great customer service and very personable. Actually, all the bartenders were VERY helpful. No problem with my special request for vegetable paella (not on the menu). Great Mojito.
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Angel J.
EVERYTHING WAS EXCELLENT! The dessert, the food, the cocktails, the service. One of my wife's favorite all time restaurants!
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Josh A.
Eh, it was ok. The service was good, the onion rings were good, the fruit salad was good. My Cuban sandwich was tasteless and the prices were too high for me. $11 for a Cuban? Come on man, it's a Cuban sandwich, not a freakin steak! The Cuban that I get at home, blows this one away, no contest, AND it's half the price. If you venture out from the hotels and touristy crap here, Orlando is actually palatable. Less traffic, less lines, cheaper prices. This part of Orlando sucks though. It's overpriced and crowded.
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Miyana H.
Meh, it was okay. The fish tacos were... Eh? Their chicken tho.. I think it was the jerk chicken? Appetizer. Not sure. They were scrumptious super tasty. Just another franchise tho.
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Libby W.
Olive Garden is to Italian Cuisine what Bahama Breeze is to Caribbean Cuisine. Bahama Breeze, like Olive Garden is a Darden Restaurant chain. Don't come here for authentic food come here for a solid lunch bite. Decent food at decent prices, nothing that is going to wow you, or hurt your wallet. My favorite is the tilapia fish tacos, which it's a pity they don't put them on the dinner menu. The tacos are great and I do love the spicy aioli that comes with them. I get them with the rice and beans which I also like. I was surprised that it wasn't over salted. The Cuban sandwich is good, but the bread is super toasty and crumbles easily, making a mess, and making me embarrassed making such a mess. The appetizers I've had have been very good. The west indies beef patties seems to be a favorite with the group I was dining with and also the coconut shrimp. They have frozen cocktails that your mother would love because they are a nice blend of fruity, not over powering but by no means stiff. Great for groups but this depends on who your server is. Been there twice with large groups, once was fabulous, the other time they couldn't get the drink orders straight.
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Tom B.
Ok I HATE CHAINS!! Let me get that clear, They usually suck. But when your in Disney its all you got. Never been to BB, Really kinda Poo Poo'ed on the place, but at the instance of the group we went. First the place is huge. The service is great, expected that, Thanks Ceaser you Rock!! Did not expect the Live music, Fantastic! The food Awesome! Really! BBQ Jerk Wings, Crab and Avocado Tower, Corn Cakes, Crab Claws and Giant Beers and big cold Jagers. Really I was shocked!! It was good, really good. I will go back when in the Atl. You have won me over BB
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Daryl S.
Great restaurant for food and fun! Service very attentive and good direction. Both families and business folks alike will enjoy this atmosphere.
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Tim S.
Bahama Breeze is smack in the middle of a tourist hotbed. Food and drinks are average but the prices are high. This places can get super crowded at night so get there early or expect to wait.
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Tim D.
Great meal great service! I had pulled pork mini's & fries. Very good!
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D D.
Once again Bahama Breeze did not disappoint. Went here for lunch with the kids and parents and everybody loved their food. The service was great also, we had Darren B. as our server. I wish I could go back.
I would like to come here and mourn the removal of the Chicken Santiago from their menu. What the heck man, that was the BEST dish!
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Tatiana B.
I enjoy Bahama Breeze. I always get the same dishes because in places like this I like to go safe. First off, the mango caipirinha is deeeelicious. We always get the tostones with chicken which we love. Fried plantains topped with shredded chicken, cheese, peppers, tomatoes, mushrooms and topped with fresh tomato salsa. We also like to get the coconut shrimp which are decent. For the entree, my BF and I get the same thing because we really, really like it. The chicken with cilantro crema is awesome. Grilled chicken breast, mashed potatoes and roasted corn topped with a blend of three melted cheeses. They top the chicken and the potatoes with a delicious cilantro-cream sauce and give you some on the side too (I always ask for more). If you have space for dessert, the Chocolate Island (chocolate mousse on a fudge brownie swimming in milk chocolate sauce and vanilla bean anglaise) is your poison. The outdoor sitting at this location is nice.
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Kristi J.
Best restaraunt ever! Bahama Breeze offers a wide variety of unique dishes. Everything is fresh and pretty healthy, depending on what you get. I ordered the Black Bean Soup, a Salmon Tostada Salad and my husband and I shared an Ahi Tuna appetizer that was to die for. Now if they would only open a Bahama Breeze in Northern Virginia!
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Summer B.
Really great food and ambiance that encourages you to relax and enjoy the Caribbean vibe. The service was good (although I could use a water refill once) and the menu is diverse with Tapas (a small serving) for $5 then larger appetizers and full meals for more. I highly recommend the chicken empanadas tapas. They were delish! Also I had this dish of twice fried plantains with chicken and cheese that were awesome! Like nachos but better! Also had a great Mohito! The only thing I didn't like was the stuffed Zucchini tapas
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Jeff S.
The food was very good. Great wings and coconut shrimp for starters. Then I had a wood grilled tuna that was cooked to perfection. The service was quick but our waiter was very abrupt and short with us. He could have been much more pleasant. Overall a good meal. It was bust but we were able to call ahead and have our name put on the list and then got a table a soon as we got to the resturaunt.
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Chris B.
We had to go all 3 nights of our visit. A co-worker was fond of the bartendress. So we probably got better than average service. It wa a good place to belly up and have a couple beers. The food was alright, I can't complain. and considering the area it's in- I'd go back.
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Robert S.
I had never been to a Bahamas Breeze, but it looked tempting. I had a lunch there and I ordered the Grilled Shrimp Tropical fruit salad as well as the BBQ pork on plantains small plate. Both were delicious. The fruit in the salad was fresh and sweet. Overall a good chain restaurant. Great Caribbean fare at decent prices. They have a nice outdoor terrace area that is shaded ...
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Allie R.
This place doesn't deserve a star! i should have known. its like any other chain restaurant. nothing fresh everything taken out of the freezer and fried stirred in sugar and plated!! I ordered a salmon salad which turned out to be 1100 calories and 53g of fat!!
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Kevin S.
Went here based on Yelp reviews, and overall it was a good dinner. The parking lot was pretty crowded, but it's a big place and we walked right in and were seated right away. Service was... "robotic" was the word my wife used. Very methodical, not very personable. Case in point: My son's water cup was empty. The waitress came to the table in a monotone voice said, "Remove the lid from his cup so I can refill it." I would have expected something more like, "Would you like some more water? Okay, would you mind taking the lid off for me please?" I think our waitress had a little bit too much on her plate (so to speak). She did make a point to check on us at designated time intervals, but we were waiting for a noticeable period of time to get our check in the end. The food was good. No real complaints. It just wasn't like "WOW! THAT WAS THE BEST ___________ EVER!" Nothing to rave about or write home to Mom. I was surprised after the fact that my mom actually told me this is a chain owned by the same company that owns Olive Garden and Red Lobster. That makes sense. I'm a little disappointed though, because I make an effort to find local / non-chain restaurants when we go on vacation, and I didn't realize Bahama Breeze was part of a restaurant megapoly.
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Scooter N.
While in Orlando you absolutely must try Bahamas Breeze! Great atmosphere wonderful service. The coconut shrimp are to die for! Had tilapia and burger. Both were very good. I will visit this restaurant on every trip to Orlando.
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Steve L.
I think everything has been said - so enjoy the pics of the food I posted!
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Shyrra B.
Not impressed. Great service. Terrible food and drinks. Ugh.
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JP H.
Ok so my review of Bahama Breeze is based on their food not their service. Location layouts are all pretty much the same. Tropical! Anyway the food is really good. I always get one of their steak dishes with seasoned potato's and veggies. It's always the same in freshness and quality. Their appi's are always pretty good and we always order 2 along with our dinner. The closest one to our place in Winter Park. it's about 7 miles or so on Semoran Blvd. When visiting the Orlando area you should give them a try, They have live music at night so it''s a nice plus when you are eating in their outdoor area.
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Samm P.
Visit here Wednesday when I was in Orlando. I had a great time. Drinks aren't strong. Besides that, the food and atmosphere was excellent. I had a Bahamarita & pan seared salmon & Sauted shrimps.. Excellent. My bf has the seafood paella (think that's how it's spell) an pineapple coconut martini.. Also excelltent. Would definitely go again to try other dishes.
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Mike A.
I was in Orlando on business and I typically try local restaurants instead of chains. However, based on the great reviews I decided to give it a try, and I'm glad I did. I went mid-week toward the end of the lunch rush, and I was seated immediately. Typical tropical theme...bright colors, lively murals and Jimmy Buffet playing in the background. I half expected to see life-size statue of a pirate with a stuffed parrot perched upon his shoulder. Much to my relief, I either missed it or it wasn't there. It wasn't too loud at the time I was there, but I can see where this place would come fully alive at night. I started with the firecracker shrimp at the recommendation of my waitress. Delicious and plentiful. Enough for two people to share. For the entree, I went with the coconut shrimp. It came with yellow rice and I opted for the mashed sweet potatoes over the broccoli that was listed in the menu. I agree with previous reviewers that the coconut shrimp is good, but I wouldn't go so far as to say it is great. I've had my share of coconut shrimp, and there's nothing special about these. The sides were okay. When offered a dessert, I asked if they were made in the restaurant or at least locally. My waitress said the key lime pie was made in-house, so that's what I ordered. A slightly different twist from the usual (at least where I'm from) - it had a meringue. Wow - it was great. I can definitely recommend their key lime pie. All in all, a positive experience. The people were friendly, and the food was good.
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Alix K.
I'm 13wks pregnant and wasn't sure about tryin a carribean type food and spending money I may throw up. lol. But this place was very good. Jerk chicken is great! :) If you come to Orlando/Kissimmee, FL go here at least one night. And if you can, sit with Ernest - big, bald, sweet as pie & efficient waiter. We sat on the heated patio and got live music. It was mood setting and not too cheesy or gimmick-y. Which was a fear of mine when we got there. I loved the ambience and food. If lived here, would definately be a 'regular' night out option.
I've eaten here a couple of times. Nice decor, good service. My Cuban sandwich was okay.
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Richard B.
Hard to go wrong with Coconut shrimp and fresh stone crab. They give you a generous portion of both, and after cracking your way around a pound of stone crab, you might actually feel like you lost calories in the deal.
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Michelle P.
Great food, although it isn't authentic island food. Jerk pasta? Great atmosphere to sit outside and eat/ have drinks/ listen to music outside on a warm evening.
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Patrick H.
Excellent service and food. While the wait was bit long it was worth it. For drinks we had a mojito and a pina colada. Both we good. For an appetizer we had creole goat cheese and it was delicious. If you order this eat it all even the bell peppers the cheese is served in,you won't be disappointed. For our main courses we had the chicken Santiago and the chicken. Jerk pasta. This restaurant offer a light portion version of most dishes and even then your in no danger of going hungry. The Santiago chicken was good and the fried yucca side was nice. But the sauce of the jerk chicken pasta was to die for. I highly recommend it. For desert Rebecca's key lime pie is a great choice.
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lori l.
Despite a full crowd and arriving with a large group we were seated earlier than predicted. The outdoor bar area was spacious and comfortable with the exception to the hot Orlando night which made the wait for a table quite pleasant. The menu is quite extensive with a lot of great appetizer options as well as entrees. Our large group was accommodated quickly and without errors. I enjoyed the jerk chicken pasta and had ordered the large size portion. WRONG! It was huge and I could not do it justice! Friends enjoyed some very spicy wings and lobster quesadilla which were tasty! Fun, casual atmosphere, large portions and reasonable pricing.
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Christopher R.
Love this place. It's one of my favorite places to eat when we visit Orlando. The food is always good and service is always friendly and fast. They mix some killer drinks, and you HAVE to order the onion rings. Onion rings....nuff said
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Brenden S.
I am a gluten free and at first glance they didn't have a gluten free option. The waitress was AMAZING and had the kitchen make me a gluten free meal. Just awesome! Drinks were also REAL and not watered down. :)
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Jill F.
Went here while I was on vacation with my friends. Pretty satisfied, cool restaraunt! A little pricey for the meals being small portions, but its on I-Drive so thats kind of a given that it'll be a little more expensive. LOCATION: In the heart of I-Drive, great spot to walk around after you eat and look at gift shops and many other stores. DECOR: Really cool layout and decorations. The outside has tables with tiki torches everywhere to look all tropical and even a live band on certain nights. The inside is really cool, very big place and lots of plants and fish tanks. FOOD: I ordered some kind of carribean jerk chicken, it was pretty good. It came with a tropical salsa that had pineapple and mango chunks in it. It was a very different dish, something cool to try if your not used to that sort of food. Most of the items on their menu are like that, so if your someone who likes traditional meals this may not be the place for you (although, they do have traditional meals like ribs and burgers too). SERVICE: Average, friendly waitress. Had to wait around 30 minutes for a table, but we hungout outside by the bar so it wasn't a bad wait.
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Tim B.
Excellent food and conch With a rum punch in my hand I closed my eyes and felt like it was in the islands
Awesome place!! Has the feel of a chain restaurant but because I am from the Northeast, it was different for us. Nice setting, very tropical looking. Ordered an app of pulled pork on plantains, delicious! Mixed drinks (rum runner & ultimate margarita) were fantastic. Meals were fish tacos & chorizo sliders, both were excellent. If you are visiting the area for Universal & are looking for something different, check out this place. You won't be disappointed.
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Ricardo M.
I Love it!!!! I highly recommend, full bar but the waitress need to be more friendly
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Emily S.
i was recommend to come to this restaurant and i'm glad I did. We waited about 20 minutes for a table and it was well worth the wait. Bahama Breeze offers a nice atmosphere with friendly servers. I ordered a frozen drink which was so good and cool looking with different color layers and I had a entree salad which was by far amazing and it had grilled chicken and all different types of fruits mixed in. Prices were reasonable for a place like this with good quality food. Overall, I definitely recommend trying this place.
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Colin M.
Big fan! Been going for over 10 years. Really like the I-Drive location, its the only one that has some rear outdoor seating which you can request during cooler times, great at night. Try the 'Jerk Chicken Past', it''s their signature dish...and the 'Bananas Supreme' for dessert. Killer combo.
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Kellie D.
I ate 3 times here on vacation for one reason...mind blowing drinks! Can you say yummie!!!! My friend's Bahamas Rita was a little work of art and FORGET about my Ultimate Margarita on the rocks with salt!!!! Fab!!!...you can keep the mediocre food and just get me a refreshing bevvie!!!! While the coconut shrimp were decent, the rest of the fare was typical chain restaurant ...calorie saturated and lathered in cheese! Skip it and get your drink on while sitting outside surrounded by rustling palm trees and blazing tiki torches while listening to the dulcet sounds of piped in Caribbean music.
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Jessica A.
Great decor. Quick seating and good service. Onion rings as an app were great. Crisp ... Not too greasy. Had a Cuban sandwich for dinner with tomato salad. Eh it was ok. Sandwich did not have much of a taste to it. The Cuban place where I live in SC is a lot better. For the price, I would rather go elsewhere.
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Avi P.
After driving down this drive of endless restaurants we decided to stop at this cool plantation style building to try out what they had to offer.. As you enter you are greeted from the outside of this restaurant with the lively caribbean music over the speakers welcoming you in.. Initial setup is like a regular chain restaurant however with comfy waiting chairs next to a very colorful fish tank to help you past your wait time.. Arriving here early evening, we did not have to wait to long however I can see this place easily getting over packed and the waiting being a bit later in the evening . Dont get it wrong however the restaurant is a large one and is split into 3 sitting areas as well as an outdoor cover patio which seems to be the main drink area since the bar is outside.. The service was quick and very helpful, unfortunately we had a new waiter helping us and our order was mixed up but being in such light mood and mostly sorry for the guy we kept what we had made it work although he denied it was our mistake.. The food we had was good however it was definetly a watered down version of real carribean food.. The waiters were from the caribbean so their accents helped in creating the feel of actually being right there on an island. Drinks were very interesting and they seem to carry a variety of drinks or copies of drinks you would find in the caribbean. Overall the atmosphere was relaxing, the staff seemed friendly and the drinks were good.
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Melly N.
You can definitely see that Darden is cutting corners. You can not specially order your food like you used to. For example, when I used to order the tostones with chicken and cheese I used to like the cheese and chicken on the tostones and the peppers and such on the side, well you can not do that anymore, its only the tostones and everything else in a bowl like a stew. I did not like that. It makes the tostones taste very soggy. I ordered the chicken with creme which is my favorite dish at Bahama Breeze but this time I ordered it there was soo much water on the bottom of the plate. It looked like they grilled only one side and there was no cream on the chicken, they serve it on the side. I was not a happy camper. My boyfriend's rice bowl was not that great. I expect more bang for the buck and did not get that here. Darden is definitely not as good as it used to be just one short year ago!
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Travis M.
This place was fantastic. Great atmosphere, extremely attentive server and excellent food. The price was even reasonable considering the area.
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Wanlan X.
We first went to the one in Seattle. This time in Orlando. Very satisfied with both places. The service was great and the food was good. They have a great selection. The food is definitely tempered for American taste though. The foods have some Caribbean elements but definitely not authentic. But overall, if you can't get to the Caribbean, this is a good substitute.
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Tony D.
Good food, but the beer is rather pricey. Otherwise, I'd give it 5 stars. The bartenders are very friendly and courteous, and make an effort to know each of their customers by name. Nice touch.
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Steve R.
Just ate ate the Bahama Breeze and it was very good. It was nothing extraordinary, but the food was tasty and the service was fantastic. Rachel, our waitress was really good at telling us what was really good on the menu and what to stay away from. In the end, we had the seafood Paella. It was very good. If we were ever in the area in the future, we would return.
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Deryk L.
Ok. Food was hot! Service was great.
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Laura D.
My husband and I visited Bahama Breeze while on vacation for lunch and we both really liked it here. I got the fish tacos with fruit salad as my side. The fish tacos were delicious and a perfect combination of flavors. The fruit salad was tasty, and was served with a melon-ball sized scoop of mango sorbet- yum! My husband got coconut shrimp with rice, and he polished his plate clean. He loved the shrimp so I didn't get to sample them. The service was what you would expect- good enough, nothing to write home about. We would go back if we see another in our travels.
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Steve W.
Great food deliciously prepared. Jerk Talapia and shimp was outstanding. Garlic mashed potatoes were seasoned just right. Finished with Key Lime Pie. Amazing!
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Olesya M.
Delicious cocktails and beautiful interior, vacation atmosphere, paella-ok.
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Ka T.
What a interesting visit i had. I randomly pick this place due to its high rating and its location to my hotel. I was pretty excited as i walked into the place, there was quite a line outside waiting to eat, so i figured they gotta be doing something right. I proceed to the bar to eat because i was alone. The friendly Alexa offered me a friendly service however didn't offer me all the menu options as i didn't receive the fresh seafood menu that i soon learn about as i hear other around me ordering. I immediately changed my selection to a rare tuna steak. When i received my food, it looked great. As i began to dig in, i immediately realized there was something funny about my food as i started to chew on some plastic. I immediately Alexa know and she brought it to the attention of management. Their resolution was less then flattering. The manager or whoever he was just said sorry, replaced my plate and said the plastic is from how its cooked. He offered nothing in regards to a desert, a drink, discount nothing. I felt like this happens all the time and you gotta just deal with it. I paid my bill and left. How can business keep customers like this? Beware before you chomp!
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Wesley S.
If you want to go grab a drink and unwind and maybe do a bit of networking this is a good place especially for the college crowd. The food is not bad either! ;)
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Peazy R.
I love this place! Good food and GREAT drinks! We always receive good service and whenever I ask a waiter about a menu item they seem to know everything about it, which is a plus in my book. I can always count on recommendations when I want to try something new. I usually stick with the jerk chicken pasta though, I love that stuff. There is always a wait. which is good for them but bad for me since I can be a little impatient AND whenever I go there I'm usually pretty hungry lol. I cant wait to go back.
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Joy J.
My SO and I ate at the lake buena vista location right by the prime outlets -- I ordered the kabob entree which was delicious -- My SO was stunned on how much food it was along with yellow rice I believe. Nice atmosphere - I heard they made good paella's but the menu do not carry it anymore. Coconut shrimp and calamari is a great appetizer starter.
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Richard P.
Food was good but a bit spicy. If you like spicy food then it's a GO
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Amy Y.
I love the chicken with the habanero sauce. The sauce has a nice tangy sweet n spicy taste. Make room for chocholate moose cake. It is the best dessert I ever had!!! They have the best strawberry pina colada and martinits. Oh, I also enjoy the avocado stack for appetizer. The fish taco is good for lunch and not fishy. Everything taste good and fresh here. Go a bit early bc normally there is 20-40min wait.
(5)
Lauren M.
The atmosphere at Bahama Breeze is laid back and fun. It's great to come here for a night out with friends. I always have a difficult time deciding what I want from the drink menu. I've never had a bad drink there, and all of the drinks look so good! The Ultimate Piña Colada, Pineapple-Coconut Martini, and Passion Fruit Martini are all particularly good. However, the drink that stands out the most to me is the Frozen Bahamarita. It comes with a shot hanging off the side of the margarita glass! So cool! For dinner I almost always get the Jamaican Grilled Chicken Breast. It has a slight hint of mango that compliments the mango pineapple salsa. The regular portion comes with two chicken breasts, so I always opt for the lighter portion. It's cheaper and more than enough food. My only complaint with this location is the traffic and parking. It's located right off of 535 near Disney World. So you either have to sit through 535 traffic which is usually bad, or International Drive traffic which is very "stop and go" around dinner time. One time it took me almost an hour to get here from Dr. Phillips via the International Drive route. Also, the parking here is terrible. I usually end up circling for a spot for 10 minutes or end up parking in front of one of the hotels.
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Dave K.
Came here for a Blogger dinner. While it was a big group I think the staff handled it very well. Drinks were quick, appetizers were fast, and entrees were right on time! Great time!
(4)
Georgette T.
The food is decent but the portions are too small for a chain restaurant
(3)
Ryan C.
Greatest customer service EVER! Came here for lunch while vacationing got in and out in 25-30 minutes thanks to the courteous and attentive staff
(5)
Andy K.
We ate lunch and it was great. The butterfly shrimp was awesome. The chowder, some of the best ever had. The fish was well prepared and finally, the cost was fair. Would highly recommend.
(5)
Tom B.
The restaurant I had intended to go to was not open, so I lunched at Bahama Breeze today, first time in years. After being seated, I felt that I had walked into a Red Lobster that had a little extra flair. I don't recall that impression on my last visits. The wine list was slim and predictable, and the lunch menu was not that extensive either. I began with the Bahamian chowder, which was maybe the best part of the meal, but not extraordinary. My server asked, "How's the chowder -- life-changing, huh?" I just smiled. (Life-changing?) Knowing this was a Darden restaurant, where they can't seem to grasp the concept of timing, I waited until I was at least halfway finished with the soup, then chose an almond-crusted mahi mahi with garlic mashed potatoes and whole green beans. At the same time I ordered a second glass of wine. My order came out, but there was no wine to be found. I almost got on my cell and called for an ETA on the wine delivery. Well anyway the fish was un-awesome, but edible. They gave me mashed sweet potatoes instead of garlic mashed, but I didn't send it back. (I believe those stories about what they do in the kitchen when you send something back, eww!) The green beans were overcooked, not at all crispy. My memory of the "Breeze" was that it was once pretty good, but it was the low point of my day on this occasion. Two stars for the pleasant server.
(2)
Linda P.
The seafood paella is excellent it is a must have! Plus, they have a great lunch special grilled salmon yummy. However, the only thing they should do is have to hostess check the ladies bathroom and check to see if it needs to be cleaned or need toilet paper in each of the stalls.
(4)
Traci B.
I thought this place ROCKED! The food was delicious, the service was perfect, the atmosphere fun, the drinks fabulous, and the entire overall experience was well, YIPPY!!!! We ordered a ton of appetizers and skipped the dinner altogether. The spicy shrimp appetizer was the best thing EVA! Also- you just gotta try that pink swirly pina colada cause it is to die for!
(5)
Devin R.
My boyfriend and I went here for dinner while we were on vacation. Parking was a nightmare. There were no spaces and we had to follow someone walking out to their car to get their space. Apparently, the night we went there was some sort of filming going on which is why it was so full. Once we finally got into the restaurant, it was very good. The atmosphere is very island-like. I ordered a passion fruitini, which was descent, but it was not very fruity. My boyfriend ordered a Long Island Iced Tea, however, the bar tender didn't put any iced tea in it, and put a ton of lemon liquor in it, which made it like a giant lemon shot. The food was very good though. I ordered some kind of fish fajitas, which were very tasty. I would come back here again, but maybe not order any drinks.
(4)
LaToya S.
Nice restaurant with a great atmosphere with an island feel. I got the jerk chicken pasta with mushroom and asparagus and it was plentiful and delicious! I also got a chocolate mousse dessert that was just okay, it's not something that I will get again. The server actually recommended that I try the key lime pie so maybe next time I will do that. The only complaint I have is the meal selection on the menu. In my opinion it is limited in comparison to the drink menu. I know this restaurant is about specialty drinks and all but these drinks literally took up half the menu. Other than that I would definitely go again and recommend it to others.
My boyfriend brought me here because he'd been here before and really liked the food. There was a 20 minute wait so we went outside to the lounge and had a drink. I had no idea this was a chain because is was a nice tropical atmosphere and I'd never heard of them since I'm from California and there are none in this state. I loved the tiki torches, live music and open-air bar. Nice atmosphere and we met some friendly locals. When we finally ate, we ordered onion rings to start - a plate of gigantic rings that took up the entire plate and towered about 7 inches high. I think what set these tasty rings apart is that they add lots of fresh herbs to the batter and the onions are huge, they darn near looked like donuts! I ordered the coconut shrimp dinner that came with rice and broccoli. It was delicious and the sauce they serve with it was sweet & spicy. I was able to order mashed sweet potatoes instead of rice and they were wonderful, hearty and not too sweet. Dale had a chicken sandwich that he loved. If we ever visit Orlando again, I'm sure we'll go back!
(5)
Ryan K.
I went here after a day of being a nerd and had...something with shrimp in it. When I got home the next monday at work I had the most insane stomach cramps and without getting into the ugly details I spent the next 3 days 'cleaning' my system out. However, being fair, perhaps it was just a contained problem and I did end up losing like 4 pounds because of it. 3 stars mon! Down by da beaaach bo! bo !bo!
(3)
Caroline S.
There are a lot of crap restaurants in Orlando, but this is NOT one of them. We tried to get in on a Saturday night, but the wait was 70 mins and we were starved so we went elsewhere, unfortunately. Thankfully, on Sunday night we called ahead (they don't take reservations) and put our names in. While others were getting an hour wait, ours was only 20 mins. We went to the bar to partake of their DELICIOUS margheritas and ultimate pina colada and some coronas whilst they figured things out. The wait ended up being only 10 mins and we were seated right away. The wait staff were attentive, but they were a bit all over the place at first while the crowds were around. We received 2 soups when we only ordered 1 (seafood chowder - AMAZING!) so they gave us the 2nd for free! We had an amazing mix of food. Apps to recommend: shrimp in garlic (not sure the name), chicken empanadas, seafood chowder (so so good!) Apps that were "meh, not so great": corn cakes Entrees: jerk chicken, pesto chicken...yum!! Drinks: Ultimate pina colada & Bahamarita - made to perfection & so cheap!! All in all, LOVE this place & highly recommend calling ahead so you're not completely wasted on Bahamaritas to enjoy the delicious food!
(5)
Mat R.
Not bad, not great. Their cocktails are good, and the atmosphere is great, but their food was just so-so. We came here while we were visiting Universal Studios on our trip, and we wanted this place to kick ass so badly, but it just fell short.
(4)
Brian F.
This place is packed for dinner most nights, so call in ahead by phone and put your name down on the list. This is THE place to get Caribbean food; don't waste your time and money getting food items that aren't highlights of the place, because you are missing out on their best dishes Here's a list of what I've had here 1.Coconut Shrimp Appetizer 9.5/10 Tastes great! A must try, just a little expensive, 6 pieces for $10 2.Crispy Onion Rings Appetizer 9/10 The coconut gives onion rings an exciting spin 3.Jerk Chicken Sandwich 9/10 Would get a 10 if the chicken were a little spicier 4.Clam Chowder Side 9.5/10 Would get a 10 if there were less cream and butter 5.Roasted Cuban Bread 6/10 Meh I prefer a baguette to this 6.Jerk Chicken Pasta 10/10 Pasta is perfect with the Parmesan cream sauce and jerk chicken slices give the pasta the kick it needs! If you're like me and loathe mushrooms, substitutions are allowed; I substituted broccoli for the mushrooms. Service here is some of the best you'll encounter in your restaurant escapades; they are very attentive, checking in with you numerous times and answer any questions you have with candor that we wish politicians would have.
(5)
Jason F.
Exceptionally well done Caribbean food. Jerk Chicken Wings are a must have! The spices, the juicy chicken, the sauce. I need to learn how to make these. Coconut Shrimp entree, delicious! Nothing beats butterflied shrimp, battered up and fried in coconut, and dipped in a sweet sauce. With rice & greens, it's a meal worth getting. The fish dinner special. My girlfriend got grilled tilapia in their mango sauce. The fish was moist, the sauce was refreshing with fresh mango's. I think it could of used a side of rice or noodles or something rather then fish and mash, but that's just my preference. Drinks - superb and plenty of em.
(5)
Paul L.
RICARDO IS THE BEST WAITER! My girlfriend and I were in town from Los Angeles and Ricardo turned the start of a bad review into a 5 STAR!!!! The ambiance is amazing! Live Caribbean music, outside dining, and just pure relaxation! I felt like I was on a remote island just chillin'! Food was served quickly, tasted great and was offered at a reasonable price! I had a grilled swordfish plate that was fresh and filling! My girlfriend had Mahi tacos that she couldn't even finish because of the amount of food! Drinks.... Well let me just say, her Margarita was so strong and tasty, she ordered two! I ate the orange it came with and I felt like I took a shot! Haha. For you West Coasters, you have to try YUENGLING TRADITIONAL Beer!!! It is awesome! Oldest brewery in the USA and only available on the East Coast! As I stated, great atmosphere, happening place that was a great way to start a Florida trip! And our server Ricardo was awesome! I never had to ask for anything. Service is everything in my book and Ricardo was on point. He had already clocked off for the night but checked on us, answered our questions and decided to serve us! The restaurant was amazing and only topped by the service!!!
(5)
Daniel D.
PROS PROS PROS EVERYWHERE!! We loved this place! Let's begin with the amazing service!! Our waiter' and was Tyler and he was absolutely wonderful, super helpful & friendly! It was our first time so he described everything and continuously made sure we were doing alright & were enjoying ourselves. The food was DELICIOUS!!!! DRINKS WERE AMAZING!! The ambiance was definitely very cool, they have live music after a certain hour! Definitely one of our favorite spots we visited our in Orlando! Thank you!!
(5)
Sharim A.
Appetizers and drinks were great. Coconut shrimp are fabulous. I ordered wood grilled Salmon, chimichurri and a side of shrimps with mashed pototes and asparagus. The asparagus were over cooked. Everything else was delicious. We had a table for 12 and only complaint was asparagus. Staff was very friendly and attentive. Loveed it.
(4)
Sam S.
Was here recently for lunch during a conference. I had a bit of a hard time finding something on the menu that I actually wanted to try mainly because I don't like coconut. But that didn't stop me from finding something though. I ended up getting the jerk chicken pasta. It was really good. I loved it. I also got a delicious drink and a dessert. I think the dessert was the banana nut bread thing. I can't remember too well. A lot has happened since then. I do remember it being rich and delicious. I had a bit of trouble finishing the dessert. Our server was really nice and helpful in letting us pick out some of our selections.
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Tran T.
This place is definitely packed!! There is a long wait, luckily enough, they have a few big bars in different areas. Downside, they're all packed as well. Frozen Bahamarita & Pina Colata - Delicious and refreshing. Island Hopper (combination of Jamaican chicken wings, crispy coconut shrimp, onion rings & conch fritters) - Very disappointing. Not flavorful as pictured. Chipotle Beef Rice Bowl - Didn't think we should have ordered it but boy was I wrong.. a bowl of deliciousness.
(3)
Angelique L.
I'm not a fan of waiting more than an hour, but being that we were all in the area, we made an exception. We came on a Saturday so the wait was to be expected. This place has everything. An outdoor bar near a live band playing Carlos Santana and Celia Cruz hits. My drinks were strong and reasonably priced. One of my relatives complained about the beer being a bit warm, which is a no go in my family of beer lovers, but the actual local brew was fantastic. My favorite items on the menu was definitely the coconut shrimp (I wish I had some now) and the key lime pie (you must save room)!! The paella was okay, a bit dry, but heavily packed with proteins (which is what I really love). I'll definitely be back!
(4)
Wayne S.
- Island Hopper for the table - Server Fatima - Jerk Chicken Pasta - Ultimate Margarita Conch Fritters (Score 5) - Best I've had! If you haven't had fritters before you must have them here for the first time. If you don't like them here you don't have the
(5)
Victoria W.
Last night my boyfriend and I took a trip to Orlando again, and while we were here decided to try the Bahama Breeze on international drive. We arrived around 8pm on a Friday night and it was PACKED! Hardly any parking left, but luckily found a spot all the way in the back near the dumpsters. We checked in and were told the wait was an hour at that point, but the bar and outside seating is first come first serve so if we found something there first we could sit down; NO CHANCE! We just continued to wait and then about 9:10 I went to the hostess to ask how much longer it would be and she was able to sit us right away after I asked; cool. So we sat down at a booth, and it was noisy from large parties but I didn't expect anything less. I ordered the Ultimate Piña Colada to drink and my boyfriend had the Aruba Red beer they serve on tap; both were delicious! For starters, I had the seafood chowder which was creamy and excellent and didn't taste like "seafood" which was good for me because I don't like a strong seafood taste. I went on to order the Buttermilk Chicken dish, and it was very good I highly recommend it. It's kind of like the KFC Chicken Bowl but 1000x better! My boyfriend had the grilled chicken with mashed potatoes and crema sauce, but his chicken breasts came out a little more charred than expected, however he isn't the type to send anything back so he ate it anyway. We didn't have any dessert because we ate so much we were stuffed, but it was a great dinner and our waitress was very nice, however her name escapes me :( next time we are up here and are craving bahama breeze, we will go back.
(4)
Kamila L.
After 10 pm, the restaurant choices start to slim down. Instead of a Dennys or IHOP I was glad to find out that the BAHAMA BREEZE serves food until 1 am! The original location on I_Drive has always the same high standards expected. If you want to have good service ask for Samantha D, she is an excellent waitress! She kindly listened my request of drink: Key Lime Pie! (I still got a buzz from it and still believing I'm a "Caribbean queen"). "Ahi Tuna Stack" is a light and fresh appetizer to start, "The Skillet Shimmering Jerk Shrimp with a heavy kick of spicy garlic, peppercorn, jerk seasoning to finish with a Juicy & Melting Goat Cheese & Avocado Cheeseburger! This restaurant is always clean, nice atmosphere and inviting to relax having a drink with delicious food from the Caribbean!
(5)
Nathalie F.
Drinks were amazing, food was delicious, server was attentive. Only complaint is about the hostess. She just wasn't pleasant. Other than that everything was fantastic.
(4)
Kyba A.
This place was excellent! It didnt receive the full five stars because of a mix up with the table placement. We visited during a holiday weekend so the place was packed. What I didnt appreciate was after the little buzzer went off, we went taken to the table area only to be told that there was perhaps a mix up and there are no available tables and we would have to wait again. We were placed at a table about 5 minutes later and then asked to move to another table upon their request. After that the atmosphere was great! There was live steelpan music, which I thoroughly enjoyed. The food was great and the server kept checking on us to ensure that things were good. It was just a wonderful night and is now my favorite place to eat in orlando.
(4)
Kita S.
This place is soooo over rated. I suggest you try somewhere else where the staff is more welcoming. I came here for a couple of. Drinks and an light entree. The food is okay and I like the music/setting but I won't be back here again. :(
(2)
Rick S.
I was in Orlando for the 2015 infocomm conference. I ended up eating at Bahama Breeze 3 times because the food I had was so amazing. I had Julie H. two times for my server because she was so fabulous. Third time I had Julia H. Names are similar. Either will take great care of you. But I got to know Julie and will always see if she is available. A hostess named Mary was also very wonderful too. On to the food. Chicken Tortilla soup is amazing. It has fresh avocado in it. And that was followed by the best burger ever. I had the Guacamole and goat cheese burger with Carmelized onions. The melding of flavors was exotic and made it the best burger ever. For my side I chose the fruit salad which was strawberries, grapes, pineapple and a scoop of mango sorbet. It was so delicious. Followed with Key Lime pie for dessert and I can tell you it was a generous slice with baked meringue topping that was wonderful and this pie is baked fresh at the restaurant each day. It is also without doubt fabulous and is truly made with key lime juice. True key lime pie is yellow in color - not green. This pie was truly key lime pie with it's yellow color and the baked topping put it right over the top. I wish they had a Bahama Breeze in Wisconsin so I could be a regular customer.
(5)
Rosa A.
Everything we ordered tasted amazing!! The salmon was grilled to perfection, rich and flavorful just like the menu says! I would definitely be back!!
(5)
Teri M.
First time here. Crowded but we were able to grab a high top in the bar -- first come, first serve. Our waiter was terrific -- on the ball the entire time. The coconut shrimp appetizer was just "ok" -- a little over cooked. We both had sirloin steaks and mine was Oscar style. Steaks were a perfect medium rare, as ordered. All the waitstaff were helpful and we never felt neglected. A great experience in a high tourist area.
(5)
Teresa C.
PROS: - Pina colada: This drink is amazing!! A must get! - Chipotle Beef: surprisingly very good. It was very flavorful. - Conch Fritters - very good and it pairs well with the mustard sauce - Lobster and shrimp quesadilla THE OKAY: - Coconut shrimp: not as good as I thought it'd be. I find that there is too much breading on the shrimp to my liking and I didn't really taste the coconut flavor either. I did however like the mustard sauce as it's the same sauce they use for the conch fritters. CON: - Lobster and shrimp Linguini - not enough flavor. sort of oily. Red lobster makes better pasta. - Mango Glazed salmon with sweet potato: Salmon was burnt and too dry. Only redeeming part of this dish was the mango glaze. The asparagus was cooked too long and very dry and chewy. - Skirt Steak Cubano - got this medium done. the skirt steak was very chewy and kind of tough. Only thing I really liked about this dish was the yuca fries that it came with. - Skillet simmered jerk shrimp: this was meh. Spicy (mild-medium range). I didn't really like it.
(4)
Ashley Nicole C.
Packed on a Friday night, which is to be expected. We opted for a seat on the outdoor patio sigh live music. Unless you're here to watch a specific sporting event (the TVs were playing hockey while NBA playoffs were on), I'd suggest sitting outside. We waited a few minutes before someone wiped off our table and took our drink orders. We ordered and then several more minutes later, the same person and back to apologize for the wait and finally take our order. After taking our food order, he realized he hadn't placed our drink orders. Luckily we were just hanging out and relaxing so we didn't mind but usually, that'd knock off a few points. Love the laid back Carribean theme, it just makes you want to order a tropical drink and listen to the music. Started off with the pulled pork and plantains. Sounds like a weird combo but it was so delicious, I could eat just that for dinner. Then Ordered sangria to go with paella and can't complain.
(4)
Jeri R.
Their food is amazing! Between the appetizers and main course everything delicious The price for 4 was very good $160 included drinks as well. The presentation of our meal was very nice. When I am in Florida again I will visit. Only problem is this place gets crowded and our wait time to sit indoors was 1 hour. It was nice sitting out though.
(4)
Dustin D.
Always a fan. I love the Ruby Red draft beer they have on tap. This one is always busy so make sure youre ready to wait if need be....or you can find a place at the bar to sit. The menu is large and there are a lot of tasty things to try. I always get the spicy shrimp tacos. We will be back soon!
(4)
Bo Y.
Located in the heart of Pointe Plaza Orlando, it's like a busy Chili's...very disappointing. Even worse, no stone crab claws and no oysters in November. Their signature Mojito Cubano was mediocre at best. What turned the tide for even 3 stars are the beef empanadas and the wood grilled lobster tail. Both were very flavorful and super delicious. Their line caught black grouper was very fresh and cooked well too. Wouldn't return since there are better choices around International Drive.
(3)
Harsh Deep Singh N.
I was in Orlando a couple of weeks ago, and decided to drop in to Bahama Breeze based on yelp reviews. My take? Meh. Walked in and couldn't help but notice the coastal feel of the place. Designed to make you feel relaxed. Definitely a big thumbs-up. I sat at the bar, and while the bartender was very friendly, she was not really attentive. There were times when I had to wait for several minutes to catch her attention. Not so cool. Drinks: I ordered a painkiller(the drink, not the pill). The bartender served it in a beer glass, as she didn't have the proper glass available. If this was a regular, run of the mill bar, I wouldn't mine, but if you're shelling out the kind of money you do at Bahama Breeze, you would at least expect the proper glass. Anyways, then drink itself didn't really raise my spirits either. I then ordered a Goombay smash, and that was "meh" too. Did i catch the bartender on an off day, i wonder? Now for the food. I ordered the firecracker shrimp, and it was decent but far from the best shrimp I've tasted. I then ordered a island hopper, and of that, the conch fritters and the onion rings were the 2 that stood out. The coconut shrimp and the chicken wings failed to impress. Overall, Bahama Breeze is the kind of place I would go to grab a drink and maybe a bite to eat, before heading elsewhere for dinner.
(3)
Sanita M.
I have been here couple of times and it's always crowded, the food is delicious. They have nice outside patio with live music that is really good! There is a bar and self seating outside. Their cocktails are tasty and reasonably priced. I like their soups and dips but my favorite is Mahi and Shrimp Rice Bowl with Lemongrass sauce. Another dish that I enjoy is West Indies Chicken Curry bowl - really flavorful. If you like curries, you will like this dish. We always come back to have our rice bowls :) I love the fact that you can choose full or half portion. The restaurant have big parking right at the back and you can walk to many activities, hotels, etc. The Orlando Eye is just few blocks away.
(5)
Dayana P.
Great atmosphere! Big place has indoor and outdoor tables. Service is fast. Lots of good choices.
(4)
Simone S.
This place is sooooo awesome! Food prices are extremely reasonable and the drinks are amazing. I went here for an early dinner and had the coconut shrimp and a fried chicken sandwich. The shrimp were plentiful in size and the sandwich was crispy and full of flavor. I tried the "Green Flash" which is a drink recommended by the coolest and most lively bartender ever (Annette) and I was NOT disappointed! Good stuff. If the great food wasn't enough, they have a guy that plays the steele drums on the outside patio. I'm telling you, it REALLY felt as though I was visiting the Caribbean! Loved it. Will definitely be back on my next trip to Orlando. I dined alone but the staff was so welcoming and warm it made me feel like I was with family. You must try this place!
(5)
Mary E.
Fast & friendly service. The lobster & shrimp quesadilla was fabulous! The jerk chicken was huge and delicious as well. The only problem came when they brought the checks for our group. Most of them had to be redone to get the right billing. Other than that, wonderful place.
(4)
Ryan F.
Always pretty good service - this time we came with a large party and several other large parties (think 12 or more) showed up and they sat them in the same area so service wasn't the best, but I think understandably so. Island drinks are great - I love the painkiller and the ultimate piña colada. Food is generally good too. I had shrimp and grits this visit and it was delicious. I did ask for it without bacon and it was ordered without bacon and delivered with the words 'shrimp and grits with no bacon' but it had bacon. I just picked it out. Usually I get almond crusted salmon with sweet mash and that's always delicious. I like that there's a few healthy-ish entrees on their menu so I come to Bahama sometimes when I want good/fun drinks but don't want to splurge as much on the food. Overall all the locations have never disappointed me.
(4)
Joe G.
We have a Bahama Breeze near so we have been many times. We decided to check out this location in Orlando. We sat on the outside deck where they had a guy playing the Steel Drums. Food is always good and the house beer Aruba Red is a decent price. They seemed to have changed the menu but all the popular items are still on it.
(3)
Jamie M.
This place is great to visit if you want to feel like you're on vacation. However, like Elle said, it's slow but nice service. I had a lunch special: chicken quesadilla and house salad with vinaigrette dressing. I also ordered a Pina Colada served in a pineapple because...why else? I'm on vacation.
(4)
Jay M.
Great drinks. Great ambiance. It's a taste of the Caribbean in Orlando. Food is good. Live music. Nice outdoor seating area. Great place to gather with friends.
(4)
Jennifer E.
I am not a huge purveyor of chain restaurants, but usually they can be seen as dependable sources of reasonably priced, but mediocre, food and drinks. Bahama Breeze is exactly that type of chain. The ambiance was ok, nothing special. The biggest disapointment was their awful mixed drinks. I had one of the worst mojitos I've ever had and it was about eight dollars. Not only was it filled to the brim with crushed ice, but it was syrupy sweet and weak. Blah. The food was ok but a little over-salted. I had the special which was yellow tail with a plantain stuffed with rice and some beans. I thought their food and drinks were pretty over priced for what you got in quality. I've definitely had better and wouldn't have gone in the first place if it wasn't for family who enjoy their offerings. I won't be back unless my family drags me in the future.
(2)
Danielle Y.
The food is decent, nothing crazy but the ambience is very nice. We ordered a few appetizers to share and it was pretty filling. One of the dishes did not have much flavor and wasn't good. However the waiter was very nice and she took it out of our bill. It's pretty touristy.
(3)
Lindsey N.
We went to have drinks ended up eating at the bar ,our bartenders Jose and Nicola were awesome !!! Our drinks were very good as well you have to try the lobster and shrimp quesadillas it was AMAZING!!!thanks guys!!
(5)
Marissa C.
This place didn't really "wow" me as much as the reviews made it seem. The place was definitely packed for a week night and we even went semi late in the evening. Luckily we had reservations. Our server was not the best we've had and seemed a little on the impatient side. I ordered the White Sangria which was very sweet, and more juice-like. For my entree, I had to go with the Jamaican Jerk Chicken given this place was a Caribbean type restaurant. The entree itself was not very impressive but at least the chicken was tender.
(3)
Carmen F.
Came here with my boyfriend during my short stay in Orlando. We were greeted by one of the hosts (?) at the door and was asked for a seat preference. Since the weather was good, so we decided to sit in the outdoor area. We were not disappointed-- they had a live performance to keep us entertained and there was a raffle going on for the customers. We were quickly helped by one of the servers and had our food within 10 minutes. Their cocktails were fantastic; it was strong AND it tasted great. The food was good as well. They were very generous with the portions. I felt our meal for 2 could feed a whole family. This will definitely be one of our togo spots next time we're back in Florida.
(4)
Elizabeth W.
For a while I was turned off to Bahama Breeze, I don't know why but there was nothing that particularly appealed to me. I went back recently with my best friend and her family since they really love the place. They had something new on the chef selection menu that rocked my damn socks off and I will literally mourn them if they aren't added to the menu permanently. It's the heavenly breeze cheese bites. They are little luscious balls made of yucca and filled with soft stretchy cheese and fried to the perfect crisp. Of course they topped it off by serving it with the nectar of the gods, also known as the cilantro crema sauce. It was everything I could ever want in an appetizer. I was almost hurt that my entree was brought out instead of another giant plate of these breathtaking breeze cheese bites. Needless to say, these delicious little masterpieces have lit a fire in me that cannot be extinguished and I will come to Bahama Breeze forever as long as they remain. I literally came back again 2 days later because I was jonesing for some. I would also like to add that our server, Will, was lovely. He was very personable and the type of guy you wanna be friends with. Great experience!
(4)
Andrea H.
The food was good but service was horrible extremely slow and than when we finally got our food we had no utensils had to ask 3 different employees for forks while we sit and have to smell the food in front of us..... Manager offered to give us a discount wouldn't come back way to much waiting around and wasn't even that busy at the time.
Get the Island Hopper and the Jerk Chicken Pasta. My husband and I split each and are never disappointed. The conch fritters are fantastic also. We sat by the bar outside due to open seating otherwise it was a 2 hour wait on a Saturday around 8pm. Great drinks and service. Only wish the wait wasn't so long or it would be 5 star!
(4)
Jerica D.
I'll give this place a 4 based off the atmosphere, decoration, and vast menu. They have a nicely decorated waiting area with a lot of chairs! Upon arriving we were seated in 5 minutes. I had a group of 6 people and asked to sit in the round table close to the front but apparently you have to have 8 or more people. I tried to beg the hostess for a bigger table but she told me no. I was kinda upset about that, and we were squished into a booth. That's the only reason I won't give them a 5. But what can ya do? Our waitress was fine, she was attentive and able to stay on point with all of our orders. She wasn't the friendliest but she didn't slack. I ordered the frozen Bahamarita and the Shrimp Quesadilla which were both pretty good. My hubby had the ribs which were pretty tasty, juicy, and coming off the bone! Overall, my family had a good time, we had a nice family dinner, and like I said the set up and decor was really nice. The location was also very clean. I would suggest this place and go back--esp. with all the pretty drink selections!
(4)
Jennifer P.
I am pretty obsessed with this chain - this particular location happens to be my favorite. I will admit that years ago the food was a bit better and so was the service, but the last few times I've been to Orlando I've been a bit disappointed with both. The waits are now long and the hostesses are not as friendly as they used to be. I will say, the key west fish tacos and the coconut pineapple cake (not to be confused with the chocolate pineapple cake) are my two favorite items on the menu. The taco is soft, but the filling is perfectly crunchy and the fish is always fresh. The coconut pineapple cake isn't overwhelmingly sweet, it's just right. The key lime pie is also notably great. The pasta dishes are very "chain like" - big portions, lack of flavor, just normal. However, the side of rice that comes with any of the dishes is GREAT. This location has nice outdoor seating and makes you feel like you went away on vacation (despite the view of the parking lot). It can get a little loud but it's always a favorite spot to visit when in the area. Better than the surround chain restaurants. This one has some flavor :) PS - try the goombay smash!!
(4)
Mai Youa X.
I so so love this place! Music night life! They have very good drinks. Food quality is awesome with big portion for average price. Service is superb!. Johnny our server made sure we get the best of what we came for. I would definitely recommend this amazing restaurant! :)
(5)
Shawn B.
Love Bahama breeze, they are always changing the menu for the better. Love the bowls, great portions.
(4)
Mary B.
My Sister has an obsession with this chain restaurant, so every year I visit - we end up here for dinner and drinks. I like trying places that are off the beaten path, different, so I try to not like it here, but I can't. It's good. The food selection is interesting, and does allow me to venture (safely) into some uncharted territory. I've enjoyed everything I've tried from the appetizers to the delicious frozen drinks. The staff has always been extremely accommodating. My Brother in Law has severe shellfish allergies and they have always ensured no cross contamination. This is a well oiled machine in the heart of touristville, so you're seated quickly and served quickly but never feel rushed. This is a solid option for a fair priced dinner and drink when in the area.
(4)
Winny R.
Two words. RAW MEAT! I order a carnitas rice bowl after taking two bites I noticed that the pork looked strange so I sent it back and order a chipotle rice bowl. It's took 30 minutes to get to me and it still didn't look right. It fact my boyfriend order a chipotle rice bowl first and he had to send it back because his had raw steak at the bottom of the bowl. Don't order rice bowls!
(1)
Mandi M.
This place was awesome! I am a big believer in customer service and Bahama Breeze blew me out of the water! We went twice during our week long vacation- the first time we sat at the bar and the bar staff was unbelievable! So very friendly and all working together to keep their customers happy. The second time we sat in the general bar area and once again had fantastic service! As for the food, the firecracker shrimp was wonderful and their portabella mushroom burger was badass! The entire mushroom cap covered my beef patty. The pina colada was nice but i really enjoyed the Aruba Red brew. Overall we had a great experience but I will say the second visit was mostly due to the great customer service we encountered on the first trip.
(5)
Michael L.
The decor was outstanding and the place appeared to be very fun and comfortable. There's nine of us at a table and the menu and atmosphere was very unique. The server was unknowledgeable and the kitchen messed up six out of nine orders one person needed it changed three times to get it right. I have a coconut shrimp which was was outstanding. One of the specialty burgers was missing three ingredients that were listed on the menu. The restroom was a disaster and very unsanitary. All the cocktails were outstanding and well worth the money. Our server had a lot working against her but made a huge effort to help us enjoy our night out.
(2)
Brett J.
Went here solo after a conference. Pulled myself up to the bar and was quickly greeted by the bartender Garrett. He shook my hand and asked my name. Despite how busy they were, he called me by name all night long and was very attentive. I ordered a crab stack. Although I hadn't noticed any delay, a manager came out and apologized for the delay on my appetizer. Apparently the presentation of my crab stack failed QC and they decided to make a new one that was up their standards. As compensation for this (again, I hadn't even noticed a delay), they gave me a bahamarita on the house - excellent drink! In short, great drinks, fantastic food and amazing customer service, From other reviews I've read, combined with my own experience tonight, I suspect great service is their core product. Give them a shot!
(5)
Ashlie V.
Love the atmosphere. It's very live and energetic. Since its right on the tourist magnet street, be prepared wait for about 15-20 minutes....longer on the weekends. I went on a packed Tuesday and waited 15 minutes when they said 45. It's pretty crowded, But the food is great! And drinks are even better. I highly recommend the Ultimate Pineapple.
(4)
Knirps L.
We wound up here on a whim one day and it was an average experience. The server was somewhat confused at half of the things we said, but seemed like a good guy. Talkative and honest. The food wasn't bad, but there were some odd flavors, and the appetizer came out with the meal which is quite irritating. We might try it again, but it's not at the top of our list.
(3)
Sam M.
I don't give out 5 stars often, but this place is worth it. First of all, the service was great. Our waitress was really friendly, funny, and easy to talk to. Looking around the restaurant, you could tell that the other staff shared these qualities. I noticed that the bartender was really into the drinks he was making and was not half-assing it at all. Second of all, the food. The appetizers, specifically the spinach artichoke dip was amazing, and the entree I had, one of the rice bowls was great as well. This place is not fancy, but the food is good, the staff are great, and after a long day in the parks, what more can you ask for?
(5)
Erikka N.
Really good food and atmosphere. Didn't have to wait since we sat at the bar. I tried a drink from their summer drink menu. I got the Kicking Mule, it wasn't bad. It's definitely an acquired taste, since it has fireball whiskey in it.
(4)
Brenda B.
Worst Service ever! I enjoyed the frozen bahamarita! But other than that everything else was bad. I dont remember the servers name but it was horrible. I would never be back again!
(1)
Dwain L.
Always a pleasure coming here, been coming here since it opened many years ago and it hasn't failed me. Great service, great drinks and the Caribbean style menu. Open concept kitchen, anything on the menu I'm sure you will enjoy.
(4)
Hugh P.
I just like this place for the food, staff, and the vibe. I stop here when I am in Orlando. The jerk wings, pasts, desserts, and more are all good. You will enjoy inside or chilling outside and listening to live music.
(4)
Michelle C.
My husband LOVED his meal. I "liked" my meal... lol. His salad looked awesome, shrimp and grits were SO good! And the chocolate island dessert was delicious! Cocktails were delicious! We thoroughly enjoyed Bahama Breeze. We BARELY beat the crowd! Oh, and the server was over the top friendly and helpful!
(5)
Keerthika V.
Nice place!!! Love music and outside table made our day.. Ultimate piña colada best here!! One good thing is that the place is open late night..
(5)
Elle S.
Mostly good food/drinks, slow but nice service. "A-OK." We sat at our table for a while, maybe 10 minutes before the waitress came by. We ordered a round of drinks to sip on while we discussed the menu and made our choices. The drinks were a mix of reviews. The Painkiller was yummy, the mules had a very odd flavor added to them and ended up being passed to the person at our table that will drink almost anything. We were looking for our waitress when another table was seated next to us. She took their drink order within seconds of them sitting, but didn't look up. We ordered our food, then they ordered. Of course, their food came out at least 15 minutes before ours. Overall, the food was good. We ended up sampling from each others plates. Only one dish was not good, but the time it would take to order something else was not worth it, so we stacked that friend's plate with a sample from the rest of our dishes. I had the fish tacos and I would do it again, but without the sauce. They were a little hot so I deconstructed and scraped off the sauce before reassembly and chomping. Waiting for to-go boxes... the other table has already paid and left. Our waitress had great personality, but we had to keep looking around to try to grab her. Getting the check took for-ev-er and we had to ask another waitress to grab our waitress in order to make that happen. They must have seated her several tables in another section. It was weird. We ended up being here for 2.5 hours. We were a table of 6, but c'mon... 2.5 hours?! Yes, we did do a round of drinks before ordering, but we still would have been at 2 hours without the drinks. We were more mellow after having drinks which left me with a more positive spin on this place. I think this would be better for tables of two, judging by the timeliness for the couple that sat next to us.
(3)
Chance S.
Everything was really good. Bartender recommended a good drink, the Goombay I think. I enjoyed my meal, but the tortilla soup was particularly good.
(4)
Blueridge G.
This place used to be a great island kind of place. Today, they were playing loud hiphop music and the food was nothing special like it used to be. Too much noise. I won't go back.
(2)
Rhonda N.
After a long day of attending a HR conference a friend and I enjoyed happy hour and dinner at Bahama Breeze! It was sooooo hot outside but the atmosphere and food was amazing!! The drinks were amazing too!
(4)
Camille G.
Great food good music ...I feel like I'm on vacation!! Oh yeah I am..hehe. food and service was delicious!! Definitely coming back!
(4)
Brian J.
Hard to believe this place is owned by Red Lobster, but then so is Capital Grille which is excellent. We ate at the bar, and the staff there is beyond friendly despite being slammed with tons of drinks. I'd estimate they were making 2 drinks a minute each almost nonstop. So the Bahama Colada is very good. The Salmon with mango salsa/rub was very delicious. The green beans were only disappointment, undercooked and lacking seasoning. Sweet potato side was good.
(4)
Christina C.
Great place to eat on International Drive! This wasn't our first choice, but when our first choice was shut down for a special event we decided to eat here on the fly. Boy am I glad we did, because the dinner was absolutely delicious! They have an awesome patio and a large indoor area. We decided to eat indoors and on a Monday night there was no wait. Our server was really nice and prompt. He didn't hover, but he came around enough to refill drinks and make sure everything was ok. I got the Shrimp and Grits and my fiance got the Chipotle Carne Bowl. I feel like we sat down, ordered, and then the food appeared! Maybe we ordered things that were prepped ahead of time, but I was super impressed by how fast the food came. Both dishes were absolutely delicious. My shrimp and grits were one of the best I've ever had. I loved the cheesiness of the grits and there was a bunch of shrimp! I've found in the past that my shrimp and grits come with five or six pieces of shrimp on top, but this shrimp and grits came with a ton of shrimp! It also came with green beans that gave it a good balance. The Chipotle Carne Bowl was also delicious! My fiance got the sour cream and the avocados on the side for me, which was great. I would highly suggest both dishes. This place is probably more expensive than I would spend if I had a family, but for my fiance and I, this was the perfect place.
(5)
Rachel R.
We decided to come to Orlando for the day and chose this place for lunch. Never tried this chain before but every time we pass by, it's always packed. The coconut shrimp was awesome, loved the tangy sauce. The drinks were good, but like most places with "island drinks" there's no real alcohol. Tasted like some fruity tasty drink on a cruise. For the main course, I tried the cuban sandwich(idk why), it was bad. Not even close to what it should be, who puts lettuce and tomato on a cuban? Very disappointing after such a great appitizer. My bf ordered the jerk chicken which was all chicken, no jerk. Actually asked our waitress if it was the wrong plate and had to eat it with hot sauce. Request extra hot sauce if you want spice. My bf's mom ordered this salad with crab and avacado, a seasonal item. We all thought this was good. Our waitress was great, best part of the whole experience
(3)
Ethan T.
Excellent location and nice outside seating on international drive. Excellent service. I had to goat cheese and caramelized onion with avocado hamburger with fries and it was excellent!!
(4)
Jorge O.
Being from Puert Rico, I expect alot more of a Caribe food restaurant. This is a American version of that food. For me it was a waste of time and money.
(2)
David B.
Service was very slow!! Not the best experience.
(1)
Talal H.
Firecracker shrimp was a delicious appetizer, with mouthwatering crunchiness and the pineapple chutney added a level of flair to it that made the dish just the right mix of sweet and sour. I had the lighter salmon pasta, and it was a nice break for me from the grilled chicken and pasta fare I usually have. It was a light dish, the salmon was expertly pan-seared and wasn't dry or anything. The sauce was just the right amount of cheesy. My wife had the grilled chicken cilantro-crema. The mashed potatoes were to die for. The cheesy consistency and flavor really made the chicken come alive. Addition of corn to the mashed potatoes gave a sweet aftertaste. Last, but not the least, the chocolate island was to die for. Layer of chocolate mousse with fudge at the bottom, topped off with cream. I was so full before we'd ordered the dessert but it was a special one, the layers just amalgamated into the perfect chocolate explosion inside your mouth. We got Jeremy as our guy, and he was very courteous and on time. Very friendly and accommodating. The place was nice, loud and good caribbean music. It's a place that kind of pulls off its gimmick really well. Didn't feel pretentious or anything. Would definitely visit again!
(5)
Yesenia S.
The coconut shrimp was great! A definite must try. The smothered tostones were eh. The rum cake is to die for! So delicious. The service was horrible. Our servers name was R...... and she just seemed out of it. She wasn't attentive left us without silverware and plates for the Appetizers. The drinks took forever to come. The main course came 1 minute after the appetizers. Just an overall mess. She seemed very unorganized and overwhelmed with the amount of tables she had and that is why I am rating 3 stars. I would definitely come back but maybe just for carry out....
(3)
Ricardo F.
This place Is awesome and the service Is super good. The food is full of colors and a lot of flavor. If you are near International Drive you should come here with your love ones.
(5)
Michelle J.
Bahamas Breeze never lets me down. The food was yummy. We shared appetizers. The staff was friendly, the food is consistently good. It was an enjoyable experience for me and my family. PS You can never go wrong with the Ultimate pina colada, hold the coconut shavings
(4)
Karen M.
I had the avocado cheeseburger with goat cheese - yummo! and the fries - absolutely delicious - they stayed crispy all the way home (i got mine to go cause they were packed!) so if you want to get in/out, get there before 5pm )) - I plan to make another trip before I go home for good - I was told by the girl at Walgreens that the jerk chicken is great...so guess what im having before I go?? ))
(5)
Sarah C.
The ambiance was great, Pina Colada- Gross Coconut shrimp- good jerk chicken- ehhh overall this reminded me of Red Lobster Its ighhhhhht
(3)
Gary E.
Loved the food, good service, steel drum player named Steve Hendrickson was playing at lunch. We enjoyed it so much we ate lunch there two days in a row.
(5)
Aaron T.
Without reading the other reviews on this location, I'd say the highlight of the experience here is the service. Now that, I'm writing this review on Yelp, I can tell that this isn't an anomaly when visiting Bahama Breeze. I was slowly bar crawling my way back to my hotel on International Drive and figured I'd stop here for a drink along the way (with the intent of having only one). After sitting at the bar, my bartender Annette made me a "Dark and Stormy" one of my favorite rum based drinks with ginger beer and a dark rum. Needless to say, I had several more during my stay. I asked if they had a gluten free menu when stopping in. Unfortunately, they did not have a menu. However, Annette at the bar was able to comfort me with how accommodating they are to gluten free. The level of confidence conveyed to me convinced me to stay to have the shrimp and grits. Annette was very knowledgeable with the dish and was able to warn me, and the kitchen of the puree they use that contains wheat so they could accommodate. When the dish was served, it came with fried plantains, from a shared frier, and the dish was immediately brought back to the kitchen without instruction from me. This type of ownership by the staff for customer satisfaction is rare, but this location seems to have it down to a science. During my visit they had live music on steel drums to highlight the Caribbean theme of the establishment. The friendliness of the staff, quality of the food & drink, and ownership for a spectacular customer experience makes this a must stop if you're looking for a good experience. It was great for me and for their business, enticing me to purchase a meal and extending my stay far beyond what I originally expected.
(5)
Peter G.
Great food, fast service---had the Salmon crusted with almonds and it was DELICIOUS. Wife had talipa and was equally as good! Has my recommendation as a place to eat.
(5)
Allison S.
This is my 1st time here friendly service... I'm a huge burger fan & my burger was delicious so much flavor even though i arrived an hour before closing. Most definitely will be coming back...
(5)
Scott B.
Visited here after hanging out at the overcrowded vendor sponsored party next door. Completely loved sitting on the patio having a drink with friends.
(4)
Jari C.
Great customer service, it's a chill environment. No complaints. It gets crowed, but that's because their food is amazing:
(5)
MrsToya A.
OMG food has always been good to me,service also and the wait time no longer than 10 minutes. Always been clean I can't complain that's why they have the 5 stars
(5)
Gene H.
Loved the coconut coated onion rings and the drinks are always refreshing! Something about sitting outside in December enjoying food and drinks and not freezing one's anatomy off is just too cool!
(5)
Grace A.
We came here for lunch during a recent visit to Orlando. There were a few people eating, so not sure if that's an indication of what we are about to experience. When we approached the hostess, we literally stood for a minute in front of her before being acknowledged. Finally she looked up (no hello, no how are you & no eye-to-eye contact), asked how many in our group & had someone take us to a table. Really? Why so unfriendly? I noticed there was a man sweeping the floor, only to find out he will be serving us later. Just hoping he washed his hands before serving our food. The food was just ok. I liked the conch fritters maybe because I've never had it before. I am still not sure why people are raving about this place. Maybe it's because I live in SF and my taste in food is more sophisticated? Our waiter was very accomodating though, and a hard-worker taking in 2 jobs at this resto : ) which is the reason for the 2 stars : )
(2)
Frank F.
LaSheem is the BEST! ASK4HER. NUFF SAID! WE ordered the Island Hopper. OMG it's ALL THAT! If u love Conch Fritters n Jamaican Jerk Chicken n Onion Rings n Coconut Shrimp. @ $19.99 superb price and ErTang was Gonnah Be Alright Y'all. Um ummmm SO Good Y'all Dot Com. (@$5.99-$6.99 ea.) We also order equally as good SLASH per taste buds... Hummas n Baked Pita Triangles n OMG OMG and OMG Again Y'all. .. . BBQ Shredded Pork n Sweet Plantains (ooh SO tender)!!! Whew'Saw Ya JUST CAN'T GO WRONG! MakeYuh Wannah just say ummmmmmm. Nigh nigh ' Nigh nighhhhhhh. Lmbo. Over n Out Y'all. FranknKimm
(5)
Curtis B.
Pretty good spot I went here last summer with some frat brothers during our fraternity's convention per the constant persuasion of my girl friend. It ended up being a very good experience. I enjoyed the tropical themed layout and the service was really nice. I ordered the onion rings for an appetizer and they were huge! I also remember our waitress being from the same part of MD I'm from which was pretty ironic and cool at the same time. I'd definitely recommend that anyone who is vacationing the Orlando area to dine here during an evening of your stay.
(4)
Jeff N.
Very very good. Awesome, fun, tropical envoirnment. Not sure if it's everyday but we had free valet service, very cool. Got coconut shrimp for appetizer, was very good but it was $10 for 5 shrimp, not worth it. I had the clypso shrimp pasta or something like that, was amazing!!!!!! Strongly reccomend it! Great fun place to eat, AMAZING service, great waiter. Would gladly come back again, can't wait!
(5)
J L.
If you're looking for tropical drinks, this is the place. I didn't have any food here, so I can't say what it was like, but the drinks were good. Ok, so I ordered a pina colada, not my usual drink ,but man it was awesome! They make all of their mixes in house I was told. Their white wine Sangria with mango is refreshing. Nice patio area that faces International (I-drive in local terms I think). Fun place.
(4)
Juan G.
Very good attention and great food! Had fish with Yuca and Maduros and it was great!
(4)
Keith C.
Ahhhh, Bahama Breeze - the wife and I got the opportunity to visit BB while on vacation in Orlando several days ago, and it was as wonderful as we remember. The Bahama Breeze here in Birmingham has been closed for some time now (it's beyond me why that's still the case), so it's been a long time since we've been able to enjoy the Caribbean/Cuban/Island-themed cuisine the restaurant has made so accessible to us country bumpkins. :) The Orlando location was just the breath of nostalgia we were looking for when we gave it a shot again. The atmosphere is still quite impressive, and the food remains fantastic. I had the opportunity to try the Jamaican Jumbo Wings, Cuban Black Bean Soup, and Jerk Grilled Mahi Mahi w/ Mashed Sweet Potatoes and Broccoli, along with a Mango Beach smoothie (non-alck'ed) - it was all superb and just as delicious as it once was here in the (questionably) Magic City. The service was equally as awesome as the meal, as we were taken care of by Daniela, a native from Brazil. She was absolutely attentive to our every want, and took time to make us feel extremely welcome at the restaurant, as did every other server/employee with which we came into contact. They each made us feel at home, and very much wanting our vacation to never end. As was the case here in town when the restaurant was still operational, the prices are a bit on the higher-end of the scale than say an Outhouse Steakback (lol), but nothing as wallet-straining as a Ruth Chris, Flemings, or a la carte-based dining. But despite the price, you definitely get your money's worth with regards to portion, flavor, freshness, and uniqueness of offerings. And you'd be hard-pressed to find an atmosphere quite like Bahama Breeze, where groups are comfortably-seated and fit right in perfectly. It (this location at least) is like an oasis in the midst of a desert of fast-food chains, mouse-themed quick-eats, and an over-saturation of asian buffets. So, me - I'm all about the BB and will visit as often as I can when in the Land of the Mouse. Unfortunately it'll take the 9+ hour travel time to enjoy the place again, thanks to its demise in Birmingham. Unless of course someone wants to open a restaurant with me... Any takers? :) Readers - if you need something completely independent of "the mouse"'s influence, or a shelter from the storm of whining/bratty, completely insatiable children that find themselves in Orlando at the same time as yourself, here's your oasis. Run to it...quickly...
(5)
Jason A.
First time here, the wait to be seated was quick, the food was great, the service was great, and the prices were reasonable. I will definitely be headed back their soon!
(4)
Mark B.
Had 2 meals here during a 2 week holiday and thoroughly enjoyed both. We went on a Saturday night so had a wait but the bar staff were friendly and the cocktails tasty. The food was great and the atmosphere and entertainment enjoyable. Think the best indication of how much I enjoyed it was that I went back.
(5)
Paul R.
I don't generally like chains, especially seafood places. But Bahama Breeze is an exception. They cook various fresh fish in simple, interesting ways. Service is always very good and their tropical drinks aren't just watered down sugar bombs. Their wings are full wings, not just the split wings you get in most other places so adjust your order size to keep from getting overloaded. They offer a couple of things with "jerk" seasoning but
(4)
Yiyi Z.
My boyfriend and I went to Orlando for spring break. We spent a couple of days at the theme parks, Disney World and Universal Studios, for sure. It's fun but the food was not good. Burgers, burgers, and burgers. Of course there are pizzas and hotdogs. So at the last night we were at Orlando, we were desparate to eat some real food. And then we accidentally found this place and it's fantastic!! First, it opens late. When we got there it was almost 10pm. The service was very friendly, and the waiter serving us was nice and more importantly, what he recommended were really good. The drinks were very tropical and tasty. We ordered the grilled chicken wings for appetizer that was stronly recommended by the waiter. It's awesome!! Tender and flavorful. We absolutely love it. My boyfriend had the wood-grilled top sirloin steak. To be honest, it's a bit over-cooked. However, the mashed potato coming along was unexpectedly good. I had the calypso shrimp linguine. It was not fancy and had a simple appearance. However, I like it very much and so did my boyfriend. Last but not least, the price is very fair. The restaurant is well-decorated, the staff are kind, the food is good and it's not expensive! What else can people ask for, right? Got to try it!
(5)
Anurag M.
Decent food And drinks
(3)
Alysia W.
This place was packed but it didn't take long for us to be seated! We ordered the chicken bow-tie pasta with mushroom/asparagus, bbq ranch salad with fried chicken pieces, and the tomato basil flatbread appetizer. Everything tasted great and I especially loved the southwest salad. I'm generally not a fan of ranch but bbq ranch is the most amazing thing I've ever tasted. The bow tie pasta was good with the exception of the chicken being spicy.. I didn't like that very much because the rest of the pasta wasn't spicy at all. We ordered the non-alcoholic lemon drink (I forget the name) but it is basically lemonade made with real cane sugar. It's the same price as a soda and you get enough for two cups worth! So you don't have to pay for any refills since they give you plenty in the first place [: I will definitely come back here when I'm in Florida again. My new favorite!
(5)
Bonnie S.
woowei - huge portion (tower mound) of freshly battered onion rings w/touch of coconut in panko jap bread crumbs - to leave a crumb is hells na -- homemade rings perfectly baked golden to amazingness ....
(4)
Pinkie J.
We ordered take out from here and I personally didn't like the food much. I ordered the jerk chicken and bow tie pasta- and it wasn't very good. It tasted like it had a lot of lemon in it. My husband had the jerk chicken and garlic mash and I had a taste, it wad better than what I had but still bot great. The staff seemed very friendly though.. Overall 2 stars cause I didn't like the food too much..
(2)
M P.
What a great place to start a vacation in Orlando!!! Good music and great cocktails.... Couldnt get better!!!
(4)
April O.
My friends dragged me here! I didn't do it! ... actually, we all ended up here after our first restaurant choice didn't pan out. Who would have imagined that a place called "The Crab Shack" would serve primarily crabs and be expensive. OMG. I wish we had one of these in Gainesville. Actually, I don't because Reggae Shack and Carribbean Spice / Queen are actually authentic. But I actually did like the food here--especially the crab/shrimp stack. Lump crab meat, six large shrimp, avocados, mangoes? What's not to love? The lemon squeeze is really good as well, though when I asked the server if it was essentially homemade lemonade and she referred to it as "handcrafted" that sorta teetered on the edge of 'absolutely effin' ridiculous.' The fish tacos that one of our guests had looked incredible. Service pace is leisurely and the restaurant itself is usually busy, so don't get too mad if you're here for a while.
(4)
Julia I.
Straight from the freezer food? Oh yeah. Totally dated inside too. So not good....but it is Orlando so good food is few and far between.
(2)
Foodie E.
Good food and sugar filled umbrella drinks. A long wait though.
(3)
Richard F.
Having an incredible dinner. The food and ambiance ... Perfect. This is my second time here. Ask for Kristen to be your waitress. Kristen M is the one of the best servers I have had the privilege of having wait on me. She is friendly, professional and truly listens to her guests.
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Daniele D.
I'm surprised we procrastinated on going to this place. It was across the street from our hotel and it's not like the name read "upscale!" About 6 of us showed here late one night after a VERY long convention day. Sweaty messes and past the point of exhaustion and hunger. We opted to sit outside since the weather was still nice and there was a man playing reggae music on the patio. It transformed us into a much happier and uplifted state. The food was good...not great, but really tasty. The drinks were yummy and the desserts were plate-licking good. Definitely not a place to go if you want to impress someone or have a quiet conversation...but if you're just looking to kick back, relax and unwind this is a great option. I'm definitely looking forward to visiting another Bahama Breeze! Next time I might do a repeat performance of Zumba moves to the reggae beat! =)
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P J.
Coming from canada, I randomly visited this place as it seemed to have a nice atmosphere. After we ordered our food and when we were waiting for it a big black cockroach fell on the table from the ceiling ... Just grabed our stuff and left.
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Renee C.
We visited BB twice while in Orlando. Food was everything that we asked for and more. They even built crab (lump) salad (not on the menu). It was great! We did have a small problem however the manager took care of it right away. Overall we are fans and we would go back again.
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Steve P.
Food was pretty good(especially the coconut shrimp) and the service was friendly but slooooow
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Aaron P.
Between the many visits to our table, we actually met five members of the staff, everyone wanted to know how we were doing. Daniel and I felt like movie stars. The head chef greeted our table as well. He asked us if we had been to Bahama Breeze before, and I replied "I've been to the one at Sawgrass Mills in Sunrise, FL' near my hometown of Fort Lauderdale. I like the fact that the kitchen grill is in open view from restaurant seating, it was well lighted and clean. We observed the professionalism of the entire staff from our auspicious location. The chicken breast dishes were moist of which we ordered two and we shared that was fun. The food is good, but the staff made us feel special and not that I'm looking for that and its fair that many do. If you are you will get your moneys worth. Kristen, our waitress, even offered me a refill on my southern style sweet tea (not to be missed), to go. It is refreshing that a "liquor extravaganza" establishment catered to a nondrinker like me and that impressed. Thank you Bahama Breeze. You are awesome.
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John L.
We just had apps on the deck not bad a bit pricey
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Jim Z.
Been here twice and both times have had great experience. Goof is excellent, service is better. One of my faves in Orlando.
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Andrew W.
This Bahama Breeze Island Grille's Managing Chef, Michael Bower, performed above and beyond expectations when we we seated at the outside dining area and waited an exceptionally long period of time to have someone present as our server. We sat there quietly knowing that somehow there was a communications gap between hostess stand and serving staff. No one's fault just a missed opportunity! The on duty manager was Michael Bower on Sunday, Oct 2nd 2011 was totally in control of the situation once he was advised of the situation. He approached the situation professionally, courteously and with promptness. Our beverage order was taken immediately and a server was assigned promptly. The food was well presented, delicious and filling. I ate quite a bit of the left overs as I drove through Georgia into South Carolina returning home! Kudos to corporate management for having Mr. Bowers on their management staff. Will definitely return and recommend to all Orlando visitors to enjoy this Bahama Breeze at 8849 International Drive. You can't miss with any selection! Enjoy!!
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Shy J.
Ate twice here during our Orlando vacation. Needed something quick and fast!! Loved the fish tacos!!
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Adrian C.
4 star service and amazing appetizers. The firecracker shrimp packs enough punch for our fellow spice flavored fanatics and the Jamaican Jerk wings won't jerk you around. The chicken was tender and the jerk sauce was sweet. For a hip tourist hot spot, this place doesn't miss a beat. A 4 star rating for Yelp but I give Bahama Breeze a "Hell Yeah I Would Eat Here Again!" rating.
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Florence Y.
My 2nd time at BB...and it wasn't quite the breeze to get into the restaurant. But it is a holiday weekend afterall...and it's close by the theme parks. So I suppose it's okay. Getting in: We called again, had to wait for 15 mins or so before they could sit us. A line to get in line..hmm?!?!? I suggest everyone do the Call-Ahead!! Service: Muy excellente! The server was very friendly and attentive, recommended dishes for the 1st-timers! What the table ordered: Fire-roasted jerk shrimp with cuban bread- YUMMY! Good for a small grp! Lobster and Shrimp Linguine - Well worth the $20...surprising amt of seafood! YUMMY, cream sauce wasn't too heavy! Jerk Chicken Pasta - Go for the lighter portion, it was still huge! Almond crusted tilapia - Fresh fish special that day! Chicken Club Sandwich Cuban Sandwich Key Lime Pie - server made a point to get a big slice for the table to share! More tips for her! Overall wonderful dining experience, we sat indoors. But outdoors had life music..which I'm sure would bring Bahamas to you! Tip-bits: Parking's tricky with several other restaurants in the plaza, comp valet available. Call-ahead, it's probably busy all the time! Huge portions
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Gianna R.
I always make a stop here when I am in Orlando.. I know its a chain place but not that big of a chain as I am usually anti-chain restaurants... But I always get the same thing every time.. They have the best wings.. the Habañero Wings Crisply fried and tossed in a spicy habañero pepper barbecue sauce. I always ask for extra sauce I drowned them.. This sauce is very hot but its so good and has s much flavor i cant get enough I usually eat till my stomach hurts it will be on fire lol and then I cool it down with a fruity icy pina colada or something.. If you go there you gotta try the wings..... And its a fun place to eat at just like in the island and it gets a good crowd and is usually packed...
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Colin B.
The Key West Shrimp and Grits was an absolutely fantastic meal, just right for having at the bar and enjoying something "local". If it's on the menu and you like shrimp, I highly recommend getting it. The bar service was fast with attentive staff and you can still get the full menu, whereas the wait for tables can be long. Definitely one of the better places on I-Drive.
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Donna N.
Went to this location on our vacation. Food is good. I like getting an appetizer and salad for a meal because they have a lot of good appetizers to choose from. The best is their frozen drink, Bahamarita. So good!
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Gabi M.
a chain, a fancy TGIFs, service was great, food was okay, worth $20 per entree? not sure. It's decent and nice bar scene, but just okay. I had scallops with lemon creme, but it was pretty bland, got extra creme sauce (I loves me sauce) which helped, but scallops came out room-temp...it's touristo-land, don't have high expecations.
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Jay N.
Great food, great service, fun atmosphere. Carribean style food with live music on the patio every night. If you like covered outdoor dining, tiki torches, and steel drum bands, you will love this place!
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jennifer k.
Loved this place! Great food, fun atmosphere, very enthusiastic waitresses. I took off one star because the fans are pointed directly at the tables so about 5 minutes in to my meal I was absolutely freezing. But if you take a sweater, you'll love this place!
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Jocelyn L.
"good appetizers- had the coconut shrimp, fresh crab + avocado + mango. Good dessert too."
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Lonna G.
Bahama Breeze is a great place to go with friends and relax outside while listening to some nice reggae live music. Most of their drinks are pretty good because they use quality liquors and lots of fresh fruit. I love the Mojito, Pomegranate Cosmo, Bahamarita, and Lemon Drop. I usually just have appetizers because thats all you can eat when u sit on the outdoor patio. For appies, I suggest the Habanero Wings w/ Horseradish Sauce or the Spinach & Artichoke dip w/ Plantain Chips. If you're sitting inside, the Shrimp & Lobster pasta is delish or the Paella if you're a seafood lover..
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Scott H.
I'm one of those types who usually steers clear of the chain places and looks for more 'mom-n-pop' offerings. Good luck with that around I-Drive in Orlando which likely hosts every last restaurant chain available the in good ol' US of A! I was invited to a vendor reception at Bahama Breeze that took place on the outdoor patio so I was on my way. The palm trees, the blazing tiki torches, the live Caribbean music and the friendly, peppy staff made this quite a nice place to spend a 75-degree late February evening (especially while it was sleeting back in Chicago!). The coconut shrimp, quesadillas and various other appetizers that I tried that evening were quite tasty, even when prepared in bulk. The Bahama Mama cocktail hit all the right notes after being suggested in place of my tropical stand-by, the Mai Tai. Sitting at one of the outdoor bars for much of the evening, I could see that the barkeeps spent a lot of extra time on making the cocktails special with garnishes, special glassware and such. They were always engaging the customers in a seemingly genuine way as well. Overall, a very positive experience which now inspires me to visit my "home" location in Chicago. I might just wait for temps above freezing, however.
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Fredy Y.
I keep a distance from chain restaurants but this one I must admit to enjoy on occasions. With $5.2 million annually on sales per store the folks at Bahama Breeze can afford to give you $10 gift cards if you sign up for their mailing list on a regular basis when you spend $20, that's when I go eat for lunch. The two Orlando restaurant factories pump up Caribbean style food to the throngs of tourists. If you are one of them you will not be disappointed. They have something for everyone, kudos to the Darden kitchen staff they deserve all the credit for the better than expected flavors and the $1.81 billion in revenue for the first quarter of fiscal 2011 up 4.2% from last year. George Soros should personally thank the cooks and stewards and take them on a trip to the actual Bahamas in his mega yacht since DRI is part of his financial portfolio. Mr. Soros chill mon! in the Orlando locations there aren't any $1.26 million law suit about alleged racial harassment that was in Ohio. Here most of the hardworking back of the house staff is from the islands of Puerto Rico and Haiti.
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Mark D.
We initially wanted to try this place because word of mouth at a conference i was attending was, "great cuban food, a must try". Unfortunately, for dinner there was a 45 minute wait and ate at the Olive Garden across the street. So we decided to take a shot for lunch. This was ingenious. The restaurant was empty probably because everyone was at the parks during the day time. I was quite impressed, i had a Jamaican jerk pulled pork sandwich and it was extremely savoring (I'm actually salivating right now...sad). I kind of knew what the seasoning of Jamaican jerk was, so i asked to throw it on the fries. The waiter was shocked that i asked, so he gave me a side of seasoning. I told him to suggest that to their chefs. Overall the atmosphere is pretty peaceful during lunch, but if you go during dinner, you may feeling like standing up and doing some salsa.
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Bo J.
This was my absolute favorite restaurant that I tried in Orlando. Great ambience, good service, great food. We did have to wait about half an hour before getting a table, but it was on a Saturday night. We had an amazing waitress, just wish I could remember her name. She gave great advice on the menu items and was bang on. I'd never had grits before, which happened to be the special that night, and our waitress recommended them. I tried the grits, which were creamy and combined with onions and other yummy flavors, with some seafood, and it was superb! My companion had the steak, and it was rare, just as he asked for it. Great steak. I can't wait to go back there again next time I'm in Orlando. Yum.
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Jim C.
Bahama Breeze is like a Chili's and Elephant Walk gone Bahamas style. This popular small chain has 2 locations in Orlando and both are apparently very popular. On a weekday rainy night, the wait was shockingly 60 minutes for dinner at the Vineland location so we tried the Intl Drive location. There was still a wait but not as crazy. The menu has a wide variety of choices, anything from fresh fish prepared a variety of ways to pastas, bugers, salads, and more. And they have a number of creative drinks. Fresh tilapia - jerk painted (spicy bbq sauce) (3.5 stars) (~$13) - the fish was very fresh and moist and came with a generous portion. I was expecting a bit more of a jerk coating but should have read the menu closer as it was more of a wet bbq sauce. I liked the fish itself a lot but not so much the sauce. Next time I'd get prepared one of the other ways. Portobello and veggie sandwich (4 stars) (~$9) - really tasty sandwich on pressed cuban bread with grilled veggies and slices of portobello. Bottom line: If you're tired of all the usual restaurants chains in Orlando, Bahama Breeze is a nice refresher - comfy relaxed setting and prices are reasonable. Just expect a wait.
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S C.
The food is awesome and the service is great!!! The atmosphere is festive........I can see my food even before it's served.........lots of people but a table was available. The menu has a great variety and the prices are affordable. Definitely will recommend this restaurant and will visit soon.....again!
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Jahdai C.
The food was amazingly delicious and the atmosphere was superb. We ordered the Portobello mushroom and vegetable sandwiches and were stuffed. The prices is very reasonable and service is great. I also love how they have live music.
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Jason P.
Just thinking of warm Carribbean weather got me wanting to check out this place. There is complimentary valet parking and self-parking is available as well. Our party of 2 arrived here around 3pm for a late lunch. We were immediately seated in the tiki hut room which gave it a very Carribbean/Hawaiin feel with foliage in the center, wooden tables, beach chairs with cushions, and booth seats. It felt very cozy and laid back, except when you looked out the window. You got a good view of the parking lot and shopping complex which took away from the feel. There is a also a square-shaped full bar area, as well as plenty more seating. If you sit in the center of the restaurant, you can watch the chefs in action as they cook everyone's meals. Service was good as the waiter was very helpful in explaining some of their dishes and frequently checking up on us as well as refilling our glasses of water. For my late lunch entree, I decided to go for the Jerk Chicken Pasta ($15 for the regular 11" plate size, or $11.50 for the lighter 9" plate size) Lite-size which includes bow-tie pasta, mushrooms and small strips of jerk chicken. I also ordered Bahama Breeze's own beer called Aruba Red which is $3.89 for a 20oz. Aruba Red is a lager brewed by Annheuser-Busch. The pasta was very light, and the sauce was somewhat bland, though the chicken had a nice slight kick to it. Some shredded cheese on top helped to bring some flavor out, but in all, the dish was slightly lacking spice or flavor. The Aruba Red was a delightful beer though a little strong on the palate. I also tried the Cuban Sandwich ($9.75) which was pretty good, turkey nice and moist. One odd thing was that there were no pickles in it, which is a standard ingredient that makes a Cuban Sandwich. If you love sour things, the Lemon Breeze ($2.50) was a treat, which is basically lemonade with sugar served in a full size bar shaker. 2-3 glasses easily poured out from the shaker. Even the bathroom was nicely themed with wooden doors to the stalls and brown tiles on the walls and floor. The bathroom was well-maintained. One thing I found odd in the bathroom was a mouth wash dispenser with small jello shot size plastic cups. In all, the food was half decent, service was decent, and beer was decent. Hmmm. Three decents make this an average restaurant.
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Jay E.
Over the years there have been great menu items that have disappeared from the menu but overall BB is still very much satisfying. The drink menu is superb and there is nothing better than sitting out on the deck when there is a nice summer breeze
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Luis H.
Although it part of the Darden Restaurant chain (Red Lobtser, Olive Garden), I like the fact that this chain features popular food from the Caribbean region in a tropical-inpsired setting. Since they are so few of these restaurants throughout the country, when I see one, I get excited as it brings great memories of living in Orlando (the home of Darden Restaurants) during the 1990s. Orlando was the test pilot city for this chain, and it was a great success. Food and service are wonderful. Great for groups wanting to enjoy good food in a fun setting.
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Cortney G.
Bahama Breeze is ok. I'm not a huge chain restaurant fan to begin with, and it was a little too Florida cheesy for my personal taste. The service wasn't fabulous, and the food was decent, but not great. It's definitely kid-friendly and a tourist hot spot. Reminded me of a tropical TGIFriday's.
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Rachel H.
i went here with my family while we were on vacation in orlando. i called ahead to see if we'd need a reservation, and was told that they don't take reservations, but will put your name down so that the wait is less when you arrive. not exactly sure how that works, since when we got there, there wasn't a wait at all. anyway, our waitress was cute but ditzy. she didn't know answers to some pretty basic questions. "what's in a chelada?" "oh gosh, that's new. i'm not sure." but she did offer to find out from the bartender. i ordered scallops which were very good and came with corn fritters. and my family was happy with their orders too -- coconut shrimp, and a couple pasta dishes. service was good until the check came. our waitress was really slow to take our credit card and then equally slow in bringing back the receipt. not sure what happened there, since she was quick earlier in the evening. overall, it was a nice meal. side note: we were offered a seat outside, but the live calypso music was so annoying that we all opted to eat indoors.
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Cari G.
Great place for groups. Each time I'm in Orlando, we always end up here. Their drink menu is fun and I enjoy sitting in their outdoor patio. Nice atmosphere fitting for Florida, too. I always default back to their black bean soup and coconut shrimp. Accessible location right off International Drive.
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Scott G.
Was there last year, the jerk chicken pasta was excellent
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Katherine G.
I absolutely love Bahama Breeze, the summery atmosphere, the drinks, and the food. One of my favorites =)
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Pablo S.
best restaurant 4eva
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Ken L.
Great place. Walkable from many OCCC hotels. Fun, knowledgeable, and chatty bartenders. Order the swordfish whenever they have it, you will not be disappointed.
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Eeee C.
I went here twice and on both occasions I had to wait to be seated. The waiting staff gives you a prompty device which vibrates and buzzes when they have a table for you. The place seems to be packed at all times. The food was good it seemed like it was a higher end Applebee's with a Bahamian theme to it. The best time to go is at night when they have live band performances. The Swirly Pina Colada was also very yummy! The empanadas served here were better than the ones I had in NY. It kinda makes me want to go back there to have MOAR. Oh well. IT was an experience :)
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Dana M.
I would recommend this place for drinks and appetizers. So many of the appetizers are amazing. I would suggest the crab claws, spinach dip, onion rings, coconut shrimp, Cuban bread, and the quesadillas. I love the Bahamarita and Ultimate Pina Canada. The breezewood chicken is my favorite entree. Not every entree has enough flavor in my opinion, so I would generally ask your servers opinion so you're not disappointed. I also love love love the Cobb salad and bahamian seafood chowder. It's a nice place to feel like you're on a tropical vacation even if you live in Orlando. Outside entertainment is fun. Enjoy it!
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Jim O.
Good relaxed dinner. I guess the food here s trying to be bahamian in nature. Really felt like a mix of cajun and Jamaican.. Everything we had was outstanding. The chicken kabobs that I ate were very well prepared and had a really nice flavor. The wait staff was very attentive. We have 5 different people help us. This was not out of confusion, but appeared that when other waiters have time they help out each other by bringing our food, or refilling drinks. It was a very nice experience. The restaurant was not overly busy when we were there (it was a Monday night) which is sometimes nice. Parking seemed ample, though there were quite a few restaurants in the area and I can imagine that parking is more challenging on other nights.
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Fei X.
Lots of great drinks. Great live music and good service.
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Paul D.
Excellent food, service and atmosphere. You gotta have the crab/shrimp stack appetizer! Nicole at the outdoor bar was excellent but the back and forth with checking in to wait for a table and getting your pager is redundant and ineffecient. Reggae music playing while having cocktails....can it get any better?
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Alexander M.
drinks, the drinks is what i go for. i could drink 8 of them in one sitting.
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Lori N.
The food was great. But the service was only ok. Ordered the lobster and shrimp linguine, buttermilk fried chicken and the coconut shrimp. All of it was wonderful...would deffinately go again.
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chris s.
This place never wows me. Service was good albeit rushed. The pallela was like seafood fried rice with mini scallops and shrimp not like a real pallela. The mini beef patty appetizer is yummy. I know people like this place but two tries was enough for me to know I can find better.
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Tammy S.
I thought the quality of the food here was surprisingly very good. There is great variety for lunch and the prices are affordable. We came here twice in one business trip. I had tortilla soup and salad, really good. The 2nd time I had the fish tacos, again - really good. I'd go back again and again if there were one in my neighborhood.
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Yui K.
Relaxing atmosphere. Caribbean, laidback feel and music. Lines get long, but we just grabbed drinks at the outside bar while we waited. Seafood paella had generous portions of seafood, though it couldve used a little more spice or zest or something. BBQ chicken was sweet, tang, and smothered in mozzarella. Nice. Drinks were VERY decently priced. We considered it "cheap" for a restaurant/bar to charge $5.50 for a margarita. The Bahamarita was yum. Staff and food were timely considering the amount of people in the place.
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Felicia C.
Orlando and Bahama Breeze just seem to go together for me. I've been to Orlando twice and I've eaten here twice and both times were fantastic experiences for me. If you're looking for a tropical place to have dinner or chill by the bar while listening a guy playing reggae music, this is the place. I don't know why but I've ordered the same thing here both times. I think it's because I remember one thing is good but forget what the other one was like so I just order both all over again. The good: The Bahamarita. It's this margarita made from different types of fruit slush. Very yummy and you can't even taste the alcohol! The usual: The seafood paella. When I think about the first time I ordered it, for some reason, I feel like I didn't like it. But, this more recent time, it was pretty good (maybe because all the alcohol I was drinking was finally getting to me) and it was quite tasty. Overall, Bahama Breeze is more about the environment than anything else. It's just a good consistent place to go for dinner and hang out with friends.
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Ben V.
The food was excellent and came in large servings. The wait staff was also very understanding about me being in a hurry and put a rush on my food.
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C N.
Excellent Restaurant! Great food, Great prices and Great service. I went there with a family of 4 and everyone found something exciting to eat. Live music was very good and the decor helped the vibe. I would highly recommend eating at this place but you may need to get a reservation, very popular!
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Marebear P.
Really good food, lots of flavor, and the staff was really nice. The music they play is awesome too. Wish they had this in Texas!! I will go back everytime I come to florida.
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Joe D.
Pretty good chain restaurant. Was with a group. Had a chicken sandwich with bacon and avocado, fries, and ice tea. Standard stuff. It was pretty good. Others had large salads that they enjoyed. I should have gone for the salad.
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Sean M.
I'm not usually a fan of chain restaurants, but I also don't always get to choose where we're going to eat when I'm dining with my extendend family. On our recent Disney getaway, this place was new to me so I found it a refreshing alternative to the typical chain restaurants like Applebee's and others that are all over the place in the Orlando area. First of all there's no valet service at Ruby Tuesday, so you know Bahama Breeze is already trying to set itself apart. Second the service was fun and friendly, exactly the kind of feeling you want when you're on vacation. Our waitress was perky and checked on us frequently to make sure our orders were OK. The onion ring appetizers and quesadillas she recommended were a good choice to share and I really liked my paella. Third, I just liked the whole beach-y laid back feeling of this place that is so evocative of Florida and the Caribbean. For what Bahama Breeze offers they do just fine.
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Angela W.
A fun place. Good food, sometimes strong drinks and ever so friendly servers who make your Disney/Orlando visit a real treat. I will go again on my next trip because just short of being in the Bahamas, it gave the full effects.
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Sugandha G.
I was at a conference in Orlando, so my review is based on one visit only 1. Ambiance: very tropical. There was an outside bar with live music. There was a 30 minute wait at 10:00 pm on a Sunday night. 2. Drinks: they have special beer called Aruba Red brewed only for them, my co-worker said it was good. All the drinks were reasonably priced at around 5 bucks. I had the non-alcoholic special with was a lemonade made in sugar cane juice and it was delicious. 3. Food: we all ordered the paella and were in general agreement that it was pretty good. The tostones appetizer was nice too. The flavors were not too strong, yet unique. This is a place that caters to a general palette. 4. Service: Our waiter was super attentive, gave us tips for the area.
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Lori G.
Bahama Breeze, what can I say. One of my favorite places of all time. Its got more ambiance than I can describe here. This place will make you feel like you are on vacation even if you live next door. I love the tropical decor, the inside of the restaurant is right out of Bahama with lush greens, tall foilage, and thatch roofs. But the patio is where the action is. Its huge and has 2 bars, tons of seating and a stage where steel drums play all night long. What's better than a little island music while you sip one of their signature drinks. The Bahama Momma is a red fruity drink with a little shot of cactus juice hooked on to the side. Tasty and unique. And they have their own beer Aruba Red, brewed by Anheuser Busch and produced only for The Breeze. But my beverage of choice is the Mojito. They have the perfect blend of mint and even include the all important sugar cane. As for food I normally get the tilapia which is delicious, they have several ways to get it- blackened, seasoned, grilled... its your choice. For a lighter bite try the onion rings which are the thickest cut I've ever seen and stacked like a volcano or the habenaro wings that come out with the full wing attached. I love this place, so if you haven't been yet get out there and embrace The Breeze.
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Kathy J.
Nice break from all things Disney. Cool name, good food and just a couple of blocks from our resort. We start off with Cuban bread...YUM-O, but I don't really see what is so Cuban about it. It looked like garlic bread only a little sweeter. My 9 year old daughter almost ate the whole thing by herself. I ordered the Jerk Chicken Pasta. Big portions. I was able to share it with my daughter and we were both very full. Good lunch and a reasonable price.
(3)
After being lured in with the thought of a free cocktail from a coupon book from a swanky convention place I wasnt staynig at. Im afraid that I dont have a clue as to the menu here as we only popped in for drinks. I had my free mango mojito which was refreshing tangy and tasty full of sweet mango Then on to the pomegrante cosmo which was really lovely after that we moved on to the next bar the night does get a bit hazy with the free coupon books and the flowing free drinks
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Jamie F.
Wow, decently priced family food, this ain't an Applebees. Yum and great drinks and quick seating during the high season and... yeah. In a strip full of tacky chain restaurants, this chain restaurant really stands out. We 4 happy diners were oh so happy to find this place, and everything they served us was great. Veg-friendly, including a portabello sandwich that could be made cheeseless and was still yummy.
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Mykle L.
Pretty nice place. the set up makes it seem like your back in Bahamas that is if you ever been there..with nice weather patio drinks at the outside bar.. food was good drinks were cheap staff was friendly
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Haley F.
best resteraunt everrr pasta is amazingg!
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Hudson M.
For Orlando this might be a newly discovered treasure, well at least for us. The food is good which for the area is amazing. It is a large populated resturaunt and Happy Hours Place. Plenty of spicy choices.....
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c f.
This was a pleasant surprise. The pina coladas were great and not too overpriced..around $6. I had coconut shrimp which were great and the sauce was great. Pleasant atmosphere and staff.
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J B.
This place was awesome. As cold as it was outside, inside, I really felt that I was in the Caribbean. From the friendly wait staff to their selection of seafood and dishes, I enjoyed it all. Even the price was very moderate. For apps, we had spinach dip and coconut shrimp. The coconut was fabulous. I just wish there were more. My main course was the pan seared tilapia. The flavors just exploded in my mouth. The portion was just right and the choice compliment my dish. If you get a chance to visit this place, I'm sure you will not be disappointed. The only reason I did not give this place 5 stars was parking. It took us a few minutes to find a spot. But, if you don't want to wait, they do offer valet parking.
(4)
OMG this place is amazing! The BEST cocktails from the signiture Bahamarita to the fantastic Aruba Red beer. The meals are to die for there is something for everyone's taste. From chicken to seafood to pasta to salads and sandwiches i defy anyone to be disappointed with this restaurant! The cinnamon sweet mashed potato is to die for!
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Vivien W.
I'd never been to a Bahama Breeze before, and was pleasantly surprised by the tropical, plantation-style atmosphere--completely befitting the warm, rainy climate of Orlando. The layout of this place reminds me of Elephant Bar, with the only difference being the theme, as carried throughout the decor, waitstaff uniforms and food. Fun, casual place for a larger group.
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Patrick H.
Excellent service and food. While the wait was bit long it was worth it. For drinks we had a mojito and a pina colada. Both we good. For an appetizer we had creole goat cheese and it was delicious. If you order this eat it all even the bell peppers the cheese is served in,you won't be disappointed. For our main courses we had the chicken Santiago and the chicken. Jerk pasta. This restaurant offer a light portion version of most dishes and even then your in no danger of going hungry. The Santiago chicken was good and the fried yucca side was nice. But the sauce of the jerk chicken pasta was to die for. I highly recommend it. For desert Rebecca's key lime pie is a great choice.
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lori l.
Despite a full crowd and arriving with a large group we were seated earlier than predicted. The outdoor bar area was spacious and comfortable with the exception to the hot Orlando night which made the wait for a table quite pleasant. The menu is quite extensive with a lot of great appetizer options as well as entrees. Our large group was accommodated quickly and without errors. I enjoyed the jerk chicken pasta and had ordered the large size portion. WRONG! It was huge and I could not do it justice! Friends enjoyed some very spicy wings and lobster quesadilla which were tasty! Fun, casual atmosphere, large portions and reasonable pricing.
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Christopher R.
Love this place. It's one of my favorite places to eat when we visit Orlando. The food is always good and service is always friendly and fast. They mix some killer drinks, and you HAVE to order the onion rings. Onion rings....nuff said
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Brenden S.
I am a gluten free and at first glance they didn't have a gluten free option. The waitress was AMAZING and had the kitchen make me a gluten free meal. Just awesome! Drinks were also REAL and not watered down. :)
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Jill F.
Went here while I was on vacation with my friends. Pretty satisfied, cool restaraunt! A little pricey for the meals being small portions, but its on I-Drive so thats kind of a given that it'll be a little more expensive. LOCATION: In the heart of I-Drive, great spot to walk around after you eat and look at gift shops and many other stores. DECOR: Really cool layout and decorations. The outside has tables with tiki torches everywhere to look all tropical and even a live band on certain nights. The inside is really cool, very big place and lots of plants and fish tanks. FOOD: I ordered some kind of carribean jerk chicken, it was pretty good. It came with a tropical salsa that had pineapple and mango chunks in it. It was a very different dish, something cool to try if your not used to that sort of food. Most of the items on their menu are like that, so if your someone who likes traditional meals this may not be the place for you (although, they do have traditional meals like ribs and burgers too). SERVICE: Average, friendly waitress. Had to wait around 30 minutes for a table, but we hungout outside by the bar so it wasn't a bad wait.
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Tim B.
Excellent food and conch With a rum punch in my hand I closed my eyes and felt like it was in the islands
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Steven S.
Awesome place!! Has the feel of a chain restaurant but because I am from the Northeast, it was different for us. Nice setting, very tropical looking. Ordered an app of pulled pork on plantains, delicious! Mixed drinks (rum runner & ultimate margarita) were fantastic. Meals were fish tacos & chorizo sliders, both were excellent. If you are visiting the area for Universal & are looking for something different, check out this place. You won't be disappointed.
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Ricardo M.
I Love it!!!! I highly recommend, full bar but the waitress need to be more friendly
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Kent H.
I ordered the 3 fish tacos, tilapia. The ambiance was pretty cool and felt very vacation like. The avocado in the taco was a good addition. The tilipia consisted of fairly large pieces. I enjoyed the balsamic vinegar vine ripened tomato salad which I actually wished there was more in on the dish.
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Jon K.
In the same way Darden Restaurants created the Olive Garden based on Italy, they've created Bahama Breeze based of of the islands. Let's not fool anyone though. This is a chain restaurant through and through. The only thing "international" here is the name of the road. That being said, they do have a menu that is safe for everyone, as none of the dishes are too ethnic or spicy. There is a big focus on appetizers and drinks (as I'm sure they are the money makers.) The food itself is good and the portions are large. Come hungry. As far as this specific location, it can be very busy Friday and Saturday night. We may all be used to grabbing the vibrating device that let's us know when our table is ready, but you can wait well over an hour even with a reservation. Unless you're a tourist or entertaining a large crowd, you'll probably find quicker eats elsewhere in town.
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Shar F.
This place has good drinks, i lovvveee the ultimate pina colada. I personally call it pina pina lol Go try it!
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Kate H.
Great lunch today! I had the combo shrimp/lobster empanadas with a salad.it was a bit expensive for lunch, but it has good food, lots of parking and a good atmosphere.
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Geoff B.
We came here on the advice of a friend who used to live in Orlando. I ordered some crab claws, which were way overcooked and drowning in butter. Now, I like crab and butter as much as the next guy, but these claws were mush. No amount of melted butter could save them. My wife and sister's meals were good. I had high hopes when my meal came with Cuban Bread, but it turned out to just be French Bread. Have Americans always called it that, or only since that whole Freedom Fries thing? The atmosphere was okay, but the hostess didn't seem to care. The waitress was nice enough. We came here because other places were too far of a drive. Probably wouldn't come back if given the choice. Also, we might have seen a drug deal outside, so at least we got that "Miami Experience" without having to make the trek to Miami.
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Katie L.
Mojitos didn't have the sugar stick anymore.... that's the only reason I used to like this place. Tostones appetizer was super dry. Croquettes were delicious. Coconut shrimp dinner was good. A little too oily for me but they give you a lot of food. Banana bread dessert was good, filling and very sugary.
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Eric P.
The first location of this Darden chain, this Bahama Breeze is in the middle of Orlando's International Drive tourist district. This means you'll have to brave traffic and general crowded-ness to get here. The parking lot is small (and nearby venues have patrolling tow trucks to ensure you don't steal their precious spaces, either), so count on using For all that effort ... I wanted the meal to be better. Don't get me wrong, the food is good. And fortunately, over the years, they've learned to add "lighter portion" options -- as almost every entree is served super-sized (a notch below, perhaps, Cheesecake Factory's bigger-than-your-head standard size, but still more than a single serving). And it is better than sister restaurants Olive Garden and Red Lobster. But nowhere near the quality of sibling Seasons 52, which is in the same price category. And this location, well ... it's showing its age and the volume of traffic it gets. If you go: Coconut Shrimp is a winner, as are the beef empanadas (formerly known as "West Indies Patties"), which come with a lovely apple-mango salsa and sour-cream dip. I've not had something yet I didn't like ... just few things I'd, well, love. If I want to dine at a Bahama Breeze, I'll definitely look to try one of their newer locations flung around the metro area ... away from the I-Drive crowd.
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Brian W.
Fun mojitos and foofoo drinks ! Try to go early or late as it gets very busy with tourists !
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Bill T.
Wow, I hadn't been to a Bahama Breeze in a long time, I was really missing out. We used to frequent the one in Altamonte but the last few times were just okay. The cocktails, food and service here are excellent. They have, easily, the best selection of rums in the area and make some great drinks with nice fresh ingredients. We asked them to make their "Original Daiquiri" with Appleton Estate rum, which they happily accommodated, with delicious results. Their lump crab and shrimp appetizer was also very fresh and tasty, and a nice portion to boot. We had their fresh fish and Paella for entrees and both were excellent. Service was great too, we just need to save room for desert next time. Like a trip to the islands just 20 minutes from my house!
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Wesley S.
If you want to go grab a drink and unwind and maybe do a bit of networking this is a good place especially for the college crowd. The food is not bad either! ;)
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Peazy R.
I love this place! Good food and GREAT drinks! We always receive good service and whenever I ask a waiter about a menu item they seem to know everything about it, which is a plus in my book. I can always count on recommendations when I want to try something new. I usually stick with the jerk chicken pasta though, I love that stuff. There is always a wait. which is good for them but bad for me since I can be a little impatient AND whenever I go there I'm usually pretty hungry lol. I cant wait to go back.
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Cheryl G.
I don't typically rate chain food restaurants, because really what is the point. But I had to post something out about Bahama Breeze in regards to terrible management decisions and overall bad restaurant decisions. First of all, I stopped by after arriving later in the evening to the Orlando area for work. The national championship game is on and I wanted to catch up on some work. First problem, no internet.. really.. it's 2015 Bahama Breeze.. get with the times. Second, the game is on, several patrons wanted to listen to the volume.. the nice server went to the back to talk to the manager and came back with a NO. Really.. so you don't want to make your patrons happy??? I get that you don't want sports stuff on for the most part but there are exceptions, Superbowl, National Championship games etc... We are Americans and we need a little positive stuff now and again, throw us a bone BB... ugh.. I come to Orlando a few times a month, won't come back to this place again.
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Deryk L.
Ok. Food was hot! Service was great.
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Laura D.
My husband and I visited Bahama Breeze while on vacation for lunch and we both really liked it here. I got the fish tacos with fruit salad as my side. The fish tacos were delicious and a perfect combination of flavors. The fruit salad was tasty, and was served with a melon-ball sized scoop of mango sorbet- yum! My husband got coconut shrimp with rice, and he polished his plate clean. He loved the shrimp so I didn't get to sample them. The service was what you would expect- good enough, nothing to write home about. We would go back if we see another in our travels.
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Steve W.
Great food deliciously prepared. Jerk Talapia and shimp was outstanding. Garlic mashed potatoes were seasoned just right. Finished with Key Lime Pie. Amazing!
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Olesya M.
Delicious cocktails and beautiful interior, vacation atmosphere, paella-ok.
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Ka T.
What a interesting visit i had. I randomly pick this place due to its high rating and its location to my hotel. I was pretty excited as i walked into the place, there was quite a line outside waiting to eat, so i figured they gotta be doing something right. I proceed to the bar to eat because i was alone. The friendly Alexa offered me a friendly service however didn't offer me all the menu options as i didn't receive the fresh seafood menu that i soon learn about as i hear other around me ordering. I immediately changed my selection to a rare tuna steak. When i received my food, it looked great. As i began to dig in, i immediately realized there was something funny about my food as i started to chew on some plastic. I immediately Alexa know and she brought it to the attention of management. Their resolution was less then flattering. The manager or whoever he was just said sorry, replaced my plate and said the plastic is from how its cooked. He offered nothing in regards to a desert, a drink, discount nothing. I felt like this happens all the time and you gotta just deal with it. I paid my bill and left. How can business keep customers like this? Beware before you chomp!
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Joy J.
My SO and I ate at the lake buena vista location right by the prime outlets -- I ordered the kabob entree which was delicious -- My SO was stunned on how much food it was along with yellow rice I believe. Nice atmosphere - I heard they made good paella's but the menu do not carry it anymore. Coconut shrimp and calamari is a great appetizer starter.
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Richard P.
Food was good but a bit spicy. If you like spicy food then it's a GO
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Amy Y.
I love the chicken with the habanero sauce. The sauce has a nice tangy sweet n spicy taste. Make room for chocholate moose cake. It is the best dessert I ever had!!! They have the best strawberry pina colada and martinits. Oh, I also enjoy the avocado stack for appetizer. The fish taco is good for lunch and not fishy. Everything taste good and fresh here. Go a bit early bc normally there is 20-40min wait.
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Lauren M.
The atmosphere at Bahama Breeze is laid back and fun. It's great to come here for a night out with friends. I always have a difficult time deciding what I want from the drink menu. I've never had a bad drink there, and all of the drinks look so good! The Ultimate Piña Colada, Pineapple-Coconut Martini, and Passion Fruit Martini are all particularly good. However, the drink that stands out the most to me is the Frozen Bahamarita. It comes with a shot hanging off the side of the margarita glass! So cool! For dinner I almost always get the Jamaican Grilled Chicken Breast. It has a slight hint of mango that compliments the mango pineapple salsa. The regular portion comes with two chicken breasts, so I always opt for the lighter portion. It's cheaper and more than enough food. My only complaint with this location is the traffic and parking. It's located right off of 535 near Disney World. So you either have to sit through 535 traffic which is usually bad, or International Drive traffic which is very "stop and go" around dinner time. One time it took me almost an hour to get here from Dr. Phillips via the International Drive route. Also, the parking here is terrible. I usually end up circling for a spot for 10 minutes or end up parking in front of one of the hotels.
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Dave K.
Came here for a Blogger dinner. While it was a big group I think the staff handled it very well. Drinks were quick, appetizers were fast, and entrees were right on time! Great time!
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Georgette T.
The food is decent but the portions are too small for a chain restaurant
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Ryan C.
Greatest customer service EVER! Came here for lunch while vacationing got in and out in 25-30 minutes thanks to the courteous and attentive staff
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Andy K.
We ate lunch and it was great. The butterfly shrimp was awesome. The chowder, some of the best ever had. The fish was well prepared and finally, the cost was fair. Would highly recommend.
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David B.
Service was very slow!! Not the best experience.
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Tom B.
The restaurant I had intended to go to was not open, so I lunched at Bahama Breeze today, first time in years. After being seated, I felt that I had walked into a Red Lobster that had a little extra flair. I don't recall that impression on my last visits. The wine list was slim and predictable, and the lunch menu was not that extensive either. I began with the Bahamian chowder, which was maybe the best part of the meal, but not extraordinary. My server asked, "How's the chowder -- life-changing, huh?" I just smiled. (Life-changing?) Knowing this was a Darden restaurant, where they can't seem to grasp the concept of timing, I waited until I was at least halfway finished with the soup, then chose an almond-crusted mahi mahi with garlic mashed potatoes and whole green beans. At the same time I ordered a second glass of wine. My order came out, but there was no wine to be found. I almost got on my cell and called for an ETA on the wine delivery. Well anyway the fish was un-awesome, but edible. They gave me mashed sweet potatoes instead of garlic mashed, but I didn't send it back. (I believe those stories about what they do in the kitchen when you send something back, eww!) The green beans were overcooked, not at all crispy. My memory of the "Breeze" was that it was once pretty good, but it was the low point of my day on this occasion. Two stars for the pleasant server.
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Linda P.
The seafood paella is excellent it is a must have! Plus, they have a great lunch special grilled salmon yummy. However, the only thing they should do is have to hostess check the ladies bathroom and check to see if it needs to be cleaned or need toilet paper in each of the stalls.
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Traci B.
I thought this place ROCKED! The food was delicious, the service was perfect, the atmosphere fun, the drinks fabulous, and the entire overall experience was well, YIPPY!!!! We ordered a ton of appetizers and skipped the dinner altogether. The spicy shrimp appetizer was the best thing EVA! Also- you just gotta try that pink swirly pina colada cause it is to die for!
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Devin R.
My boyfriend and I went here for dinner while we were on vacation. Parking was a nightmare. There were no spaces and we had to follow someone walking out to their car to get their space. Apparently, the night we went there was some sort of filming going on which is why it was so full. Once we finally got into the restaurant, it was very good. The atmosphere is very island-like. I ordered a passion fruitini, which was descent, but it was not very fruity. My boyfriend ordered a Long Island Iced Tea, however, the bar tender didn't put any iced tea in it, and put a ton of lemon liquor in it, which made it like a giant lemon shot. The food was very good though. I ordered some kind of fish fajitas, which were very tasty. I would come back here again, but maybe not order any drinks.
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LaToya S.
Nice restaurant with a great atmosphere with an island feel. I got the jerk chicken pasta with mushroom and asparagus and it was plentiful and delicious! I also got a chocolate mousse dessert that was just okay, it's not something that I will get again. The server actually recommended that I try the key lime pie so maybe next time I will do that. The only complaint I have is the meal selection on the menu. In my opinion it is limited in comparison to the drink menu. I know this restaurant is about specialty drinks and all but these drinks literally took up half the menu. Other than that I would definitely go again and recommend it to others.
My boyfriend brought me here because he'd been here before and really liked the food. There was a 20 minute wait so we went outside to the lounge and had a drink. I had no idea this was a chain because is was a nice tropical atmosphere and I'd never heard of them since I'm from California and there are none in this state. I loved the tiki torches, live music and open-air bar. Nice atmosphere and we met some friendly locals. When we finally ate, we ordered onion rings to start - a plate of gigantic rings that took up the entire plate and towered about 7 inches high. I think what set these tasty rings apart is that they add lots of fresh herbs to the batter and the onions are huge, they darn near looked like donuts! I ordered the coconut shrimp dinner that came with rice and broccoli. It was delicious and the sauce they serve with it was sweet & spicy. I was able to order mashed sweet potatoes instead of rice and they were wonderful, hearty and not too sweet. Dale had a chicken sandwich that he loved. If we ever visit Orlando again, I'm sure we'll go back!
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Ryan K.
I went here after a day of being a nerd and had...something with shrimp in it. When I got home the next monday at work I had the most insane stomach cramps and without getting into the ugly details I spent the next 3 days 'cleaning' my system out. However, being fair, perhaps it was just a contained problem and I did end up losing like 4 pounds because of it. 3 stars mon! Down by da beaaach bo! bo !bo!
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Caroline S.
There are a lot of crap restaurants in Orlando, but this is NOT one of them. We tried to get in on a Saturday night, but the wait was 70 mins and we were starved so we went elsewhere, unfortunately. Thankfully, on Sunday night we called ahead (they don't take reservations) and put our names in. While others were getting an hour wait, ours was only 20 mins. We went to the bar to partake of their DELICIOUS margheritas and ultimate pina colada and some coronas whilst they figured things out. The wait ended up being only 10 mins and we were seated right away. The wait staff were attentive, but they were a bit all over the place at first while the crowds were around. We received 2 soups when we only ordered 1 (seafood chowder - AMAZING!) so they gave us the 2nd for free! We had an amazing mix of food. Apps to recommend: shrimp in garlic (not sure the name), chicken empanadas, seafood chowder (so so good!) Apps that were "meh, not so great": corn cakes Entrees: jerk chicken, pesto chicken...yum!! Drinks: Ultimate pina colada & Bahamarita - made to perfection & so cheap!! All in all, LOVE this place & highly recommend calling ahead so you're not completely wasted on Bahamaritas to enjoy the delicious food!
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Mat R.
Not bad, not great. Their cocktails are good, and the atmosphere is great, but their food was just so-so. We came here while we were visiting Universal Studios on our trip, and we wanted this place to kick ass so badly, but it just fell short.
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Curtis B.
Pretty good spot I went here last summer with some frat brothers during our fraternity's convention per the constant persuasion of my girl friend. It ended up being a very good experience. I enjoyed the tropical themed layout and the service was really nice. I ordered the onion rings for an appetizer and they were huge! I also remember our waitress being from the same part of MD I'm from which was pretty ironic and cool at the same time. I'd definitely recommend that anyone who is vacationing the Orlando area to dine here during an evening of your stay.
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Jeff N.
Very very good. Awesome, fun, tropical envoirnment. Not sure if it's everyday but we had free valet service, very cool. Got coconut shrimp for appetizer, was very good but it was $10 for 5 shrimp, not worth it. I had the clypso shrimp pasta or something like that, was amazing!!!!!! Strongly reccomend it! Great fun place to eat, AMAZING service, great waiter. Would gladly come back again, can't wait!
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J L.
If you're looking for tropical drinks, this is the place. I didn't have any food here, so I can't say what it was like, but the drinks were good. Ok, so I ordered a pina colada, not my usual drink ,but man it was awesome! They make all of their mixes in house I was told. Their white wine Sangria with mango is refreshing. Nice patio area that faces International (I-drive in local terms I think). Fun place.
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Juan G.
Very good attention and great food! Had fish with Yuca and Maduros and it was great!
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Jorge O.
Being from Puert Rico, I expect alot more of a Caribe food restaurant. This is a American version of that food. For me it was a waste of time and money.
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Keith C.
Ahhhh, Bahama Breeze - the wife and I got the opportunity to visit BB while on vacation in Orlando several days ago, and it was as wonderful as we remember. The Bahama Breeze here in Birmingham has been closed for some time now (it's beyond me why that's still the case), so it's been a long time since we've been able to enjoy the Caribbean/Cuban/Island-themed cuisine the restaurant has made so accessible to us country bumpkins. :) The Orlando location was just the breath of nostalgia we were looking for when we gave it a shot again. The atmosphere is still quite impressive, and the food remains fantastic. I had the opportunity to try the Jamaican Jumbo Wings, Cuban Black Bean Soup, and Jerk Grilled Mahi Mahi w/ Mashed Sweet Potatoes and Broccoli, along with a Mango Beach smoothie (non-alck'ed) - it was all superb and just as delicious as it once was here in the (questionably) Magic City. The service was equally as awesome as the meal, as we were taken care of by Daniela, a native from Brazil. She was absolutely attentive to our every want, and took time to make us feel extremely welcome at the restaurant, as did every other server/employee with which we came into contact. They each made us feel at home, and very much wanting our vacation to never end. As was the case here in town when the restaurant was still operational, the prices are a bit on the higher-end of the scale than say an Outhouse Steakback (lol), but nothing as wallet-straining as a Ruth Chris, Flemings, or a la carte-based dining. But despite the price, you definitely get your money's worth with regards to portion, flavor, freshness, and uniqueness of offerings. And you'd be hard-pressed to find an atmosphere quite like Bahama Breeze, where groups are comfortably-seated and fit right in perfectly. It (this location at least) is like an oasis in the midst of a desert of fast-food chains, mouse-themed quick-eats, and an over-saturation of asian buffets. So, me - I'm all about the BB and will visit as often as I can when in the Land of the Mouse. Unfortunately it'll take the 9+ hour travel time to enjoy the place again, thanks to its demise in Birmingham. Unless of course someone wants to open a restaurant with me... Any takers? :) Readers - if you need something completely independent of "the mouse"'s influence, or a shelter from the storm of whining/bratty, completely insatiable children that find themselves in Orlando at the same time as yourself, here's your oasis. Run to it...quickly...
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Jason A.
First time here, the wait to be seated was quick, the food was great, the service was great, and the prices were reasonable. I will definitely be headed back their soon!
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Karen M.
I had the avocado cheeseburger with goat cheese - yummo! and the fries - absolutely delicious - they stayed crispy all the way home (i got mine to go cause they were packed!) so if you want to get in/out, get there before 5pm )) - I plan to make another trip before I go home for good - I was told by the girl at Walgreens that the jerk chicken is great...so guess what im having before I go?? ))
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Sarah C.
The ambiance was great, Pina Colada- Gross Coconut shrimp- good jerk chicken- ehhh overall this reminded me of Red Lobster Its ighhhhhht
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Gary E.
Loved the food, good service, steel drum player named Steve Hendrickson was playing at lunch. We enjoyed it so much we ate lunch there two days in a row.
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Yiyi Z.
My boyfriend and I went to Orlando for spring break. We spent a couple of days at the theme parks, Disney World and Universal Studios, for sure. It's fun but the food was not good. Burgers, burgers, and burgers. Of course there are pizzas and hotdogs. So at the last night we were at Orlando, we were desparate to eat some real food. And then we accidentally found this place and it's fantastic!! First, it opens late. When we got there it was almost 10pm. The service was very friendly, and the waiter serving us was nice and more importantly, what he recommended were really good. The drinks were very tropical and tasty. We ordered the grilled chicken wings for appetizer that was stronly recommended by the waiter. It's awesome!! Tender and flavorful. We absolutely love it. My boyfriend had the wood-grilled top sirloin steak. To be honest, it's a bit over-cooked. However, the mashed potato coming along was unexpectedly good. I had the calypso shrimp linguine. It was not fancy and had a simple appearance. However, I like it very much and so did my boyfriend. Last but not least, the price is very fair. The restaurant is well-decorated, the staff are kind, the food is good and it's not expensive! What else can people ask for, right? Got to try it!
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Anurag M.
Decent food And drinks
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Alysia W.
This place was packed but it didn't take long for us to be seated! We ordered the chicken bow-tie pasta with mushroom/asparagus, bbq ranch salad with fried chicken pieces, and the tomato basil flatbread appetizer. Everything tasted great and I especially loved the southwest salad. I'm generally not a fan of ranch but bbq ranch is the most amazing thing I've ever tasted. The bow tie pasta was good with the exception of the chicken being spicy.. I didn't like that very much because the rest of the pasta wasn't spicy at all. We ordered the non-alcoholic lemon drink (I forget the name) but it is basically lemonade made with real cane sugar. It's the same price as a soda and you get enough for two cups worth! So you don't have to pay for any refills since they give you plenty in the first place [: I will definitely come back here when I'm in Florida again. My new favorite!
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Bonnie S.
woowei - huge portion (tower mound) of freshly battered onion rings w/touch of coconut in panko jap bread crumbs - to leave a crumb is hells na -- homemade rings perfectly baked golden to amazingness ....
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Pinkie J.
We ordered take out from here and I personally didn't like the food much. I ordered the jerk chicken and bow tie pasta- and it wasn't very good. It tasted like it had a lot of lemon in it. My husband had the jerk chicken and garlic mash and I had a taste, it wad better than what I had but still bot great. The staff seemed very friendly though.. Overall 2 stars cause I didn't like the food too much..
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M P.
What a great place to start a vacation in Orlando!!! Good music and great cocktails.... Couldnt get better!!!
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Emily S.
i was recommend to come to this restaurant and i'm glad I did. We waited about 20 minutes for a table and it was well worth the wait. Bahama Breeze offers a nice atmosphere with friendly servers. I ordered a frozen drink which was so good and cool looking with different color layers and I had a entree salad which was by far amazing and it had grilled chicken and all different types of fruits mixed in. Prices were reasonable for a place like this with good quality food. Overall, I definitely recommend trying this place.
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Colin M.
Big fan! Been going for over 10 years. Really like the I-Drive location, its the only one that has some rear outdoor seating which you can request during cooler times, great at night. Try the 'Jerk Chicken Past', it''s their signature dish...and the 'Bananas Supreme' for dessert. Killer combo.
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Avi P.
After driving down this drive of endless restaurants we decided to stop at this cool plantation style building to try out what they had to offer.. As you enter you are greeted from the outside of this restaurant with the lively caribbean music over the speakers welcoming you in.. Initial setup is like a regular chain restaurant however with comfy waiting chairs next to a very colorful fish tank to help you past your wait time.. Arriving here early evening, we did not have to wait to long however I can see this place easily getting over packed and the waiting being a bit later in the evening . Dont get it wrong however the restaurant is a large one and is split into 3 sitting areas as well as an outdoor cover patio which seems to be the main drink area since the bar is outside.. The service was quick and very helpful, unfortunately we had a new waiter helping us and our order was mixed up but being in such light mood and mostly sorry for the guy we kept what we had made it work although he denied it was our mistake.. The food we had was good however it was definetly a watered down version of real carribean food.. The waiters were from the caribbean so their accents helped in creating the feel of actually being right there on an island. Drinks were very interesting and they seem to carry a variety of drinks or copies of drinks you would find in the caribbean. Overall the atmosphere was relaxing, the staff seemed friendly and the drinks were good.
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Melly N.
You can definitely see that Darden is cutting corners. You can not specially order your food like you used to. For example, when I used to order the tostones with chicken and cheese I used to like the cheese and chicken on the tostones and the peppers and such on the side, well you can not do that anymore, its only the tostones and everything else in a bowl like a stew. I did not like that. It makes the tostones taste very soggy. I ordered the chicken with creme which is my favorite dish at Bahama Breeze but this time I ordered it there was soo much water on the bottom of the plate. It looked like they grilled only one side and there was no cream on the chicken, they serve it on the side. I was not a happy camper. My boyfriend's rice bowl was not that great. I expect more bang for the buck and did not get that here. Darden is definitely not as good as it used to be just one short year ago!
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Travis M.
This place was fantastic. Great atmosphere, extremely attentive server and excellent food. The price was even reasonable considering the area.
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Wanlan X.
We first went to the one in Seattle. This time in Orlando. Very satisfied with both places. The service was great and the food was good. They have a great selection. The food is definitely tempered for American taste though. The foods have some Caribbean elements but definitely not authentic. But overall, if you can't get to the Caribbean, this is a good substitute.
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Tony D.
Good food, but the beer is rather pricey. Otherwise, I'd give it 5 stars. The bartenders are very friendly and courteous, and make an effort to know each of their customers by name. Nice touch.
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Kellie D.
I ate 3 times here on vacation for one reason...mind blowing drinks! Can you say yummie!!!! My friend's Bahamas Rita was a little work of art and FORGET about my Ultimate Margarita on the rocks with salt!!!! Fab!!!...you can keep the mediocre food and just get me a refreshing bevvie!!!! While the coconut shrimp were decent, the rest of the fare was typical chain restaurant ...calorie saturated and lathered in cheese! Skip it and get your drink on while sitting outside surrounded by rustling palm trees and blazing tiki torches while listening to the dulcet sounds of piped in Caribbean music.
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Jessica A.
Great decor. Quick seating and good service. Onion rings as an app were great. Crisp ... Not too greasy. Had a Cuban sandwich for dinner with tomato salad. Eh it was ok. Sandwich did not have much of a taste to it. The Cuban place where I live in SC is a lot better. For the price, I would rather go elsewhere.
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Steve R.
Just ate ate the Bahama Breeze and it was very good. It was nothing extraordinary, but the food was tasty and the service was fantastic. Rachel, our waitress was really good at telling us what was really good on the menu and what to stay away from. In the end, we had the seafood Paella. It was very good. If we were ever in the area in the future, we would return.
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Mark B.
Had 2 meals here during a 2 week holiday and thoroughly enjoyed both. We went on a Saturday night so had a wait but the bar staff were friendly and the cocktails tasty. The food was great and the atmosphere and entertainment enjoyable. Think the best indication of how much I enjoyed it was that I went back.
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Paul R.
I don't generally like chains, especially seafood places. But Bahama Breeze is an exception. They cook various fresh fish in simple, interesting ways. Service is always very good and their tropical drinks aren't just watered down sugar bombs. Their wings are full wings, not just the split wings you get in most other places so adjust your order size to keep from getting overloaded. They offer a couple of things with "jerk" seasoning but
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Aaron P.
Between the many visits to our table, we actually met five members of the staff, everyone wanted to know how we were doing. Daniel and I felt like movie stars. The head chef greeted our table as well. He asked us if we had been to Bahama Breeze before, and I replied "I've been to the one at Sawgrass Mills in Sunrise, FL' near my hometown of Fort Lauderdale. I like the fact that the kitchen grill is in open view from restaurant seating, it was well lighted and clean. We observed the professionalism of the entire staff from our auspicious location. The chicken breast dishes were moist of which we ordered two and we shared that was fun. The food is good, but the staff made us feel special and not that I'm looking for that and its fair that many do. If you are you will get your moneys worth. Kristen, our waitress, even offered me a refill on my southern style sweet tea (not to be missed), to go. It is refreshing that a "liquor extravaganza" establishment catered to a nondrinker like me and that impressed. Thank you Bahama Breeze. You are awesome.
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John L.
We just had apps on the deck not bad a bit pricey
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Jim Z.
Been here twice and both times have had great experience. Goof is excellent, service is better. One of my faves in Orlando.
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Andrew W.
This Bahama Breeze Island Grille's Managing Chef, Michael Bower, performed above and beyond expectations when we we seated at the outside dining area and waited an exceptionally long period of time to have someone present as our server. We sat there quietly knowing that somehow there was a communications gap between hostess stand and serving staff. No one's fault just a missed opportunity! The on duty manager was Michael Bower on Sunday, Oct 2nd 2011 was totally in control of the situation once he was advised of the situation. He approached the situation professionally, courteously and with promptness. Our beverage order was taken immediately and a server was assigned promptly. The food was well presented, delicious and filling. I ate quite a bit of the left overs as I drove through Georgia into South Carolina returning home! Kudos to corporate management for having Mr. Bowers on their management staff. Will definitely return and recommend to all Orlando visitors to enjoy this Bahama Breeze at 8849 International Drive. You can't miss with any selection! Enjoy!!
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Shy J.
Ate twice here during our Orlando vacation. Needed something quick and fast!! Loved the fish tacos!!
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Adrian C.
4 star service and amazing appetizers. The firecracker shrimp packs enough punch for our fellow spice flavored fanatics and the Jamaican Jerk wings won't jerk you around. The chicken was tender and the jerk sauce was sweet. For a hip tourist hot spot, this place doesn't miss a beat. A 4 star rating for Yelp but I give Bahama Breeze a "Hell Yeah I Would Eat Here Again!" rating.
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Florence Y.
My 2nd time at BB...and it wasn't quite the breeze to get into the restaurant. But it is a holiday weekend afterall...and it's close by the theme parks. So I suppose it's okay. Getting in: We called again, had to wait for 15 mins or so before they could sit us. A line to get in line..hmm?!?!? I suggest everyone do the Call-Ahead!! Service: Muy excellente! The server was very friendly and attentive, recommended dishes for the 1st-timers! What the table ordered: Fire-roasted jerk shrimp with cuban bread- YUMMY! Good for a small grp! Lobster and Shrimp Linguine - Well worth the $20...surprising amt of seafood! YUMMY, cream sauce wasn't too heavy! Jerk Chicken Pasta - Go for the lighter portion, it was still huge! Almond crusted tilapia - Fresh fish special that day! Chicken Club Sandwich Cuban Sandwich Key Lime Pie - server made a point to get a big slice for the table to share! More tips for her! Overall wonderful dining experience, we sat indoors. But outdoors had life music..which I'm sure would bring Bahamas to you! Tip-bits: Parking's tricky with several other restaurants in the plaza, comp valet available. Call-ahead, it's probably busy all the time! Huge portions
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Gianna R.
I always make a stop here when I am in Orlando.. I know its a chain place but not that big of a chain as I am usually anti-chain restaurants... But I always get the same thing every time.. They have the best wings.. the Habañero Wings Crisply fried and tossed in a spicy habañero pepper barbecue sauce. I always ask for extra sauce I drowned them.. This sauce is very hot but its so good and has s much flavor i cant get enough I usually eat till my stomach hurts it will be on fire lol and then I cool it down with a fruity icy pina colada or something.. If you go there you gotta try the wings..... And its a fun place to eat at just like in the island and it gets a good crowd and is usually packed...
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Colin B.
The Key West Shrimp and Grits was an absolutely fantastic meal, just right for having at the bar and enjoying something "local". If it's on the menu and you like shrimp, I highly recommend getting it. The bar service was fast with attentive staff and you can still get the full menu, whereas the wait for tables can be long. Definitely one of the better places on I-Drive.
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Donna N.
Went to this location on our vacation. Food is good. I like getting an appetizer and salad for a meal because they have a lot of good appetizers to choose from. The best is their frozen drink, Bahamarita. So good!
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Gabi M.
a chain, a fancy TGIFs, service was great, food was okay, worth $20 per entree? not sure. It's decent and nice bar scene, but just okay. I had scallops with lemon creme, but it was pretty bland, got extra creme sauce (I loves me sauce) which helped, but scallops came out room-temp...it's touristo-land, don't have high expecations.
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Jay N.
Great food, great service, fun atmosphere. Carribean style food with live music on the patio every night. If you like covered outdoor dining, tiki torches, and steel drum bands, you will love this place!
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jennifer k.
Loved this place! Great food, fun atmosphere, very enthusiastic waitresses. I took off one star because the fans are pointed directly at the tables so about 5 minutes in to my meal I was absolutely freezing. But if you take a sweater, you'll love this place!
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Jocelyn L.
"good appetizers- had the coconut shrimp, fresh crab + avocado + mango. Good dessert too."
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Lonna G.
Bahama Breeze is a great place to go with friends and relax outside while listening to some nice reggae live music. Most of their drinks are pretty good because they use quality liquors and lots of fresh fruit. I love the Mojito, Pomegranate Cosmo, Bahamarita, and Lemon Drop. I usually just have appetizers because thats all you can eat when u sit on the outdoor patio. For appies, I suggest the Habanero Wings w/ Horseradish Sauce or the Spinach & Artichoke dip w/ Plantain Chips. If you're sitting inside, the Shrimp & Lobster pasta is delish or the Paella if you're a seafood lover..
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Scott H.
I'm one of those types who usually steers clear of the chain places and looks for more 'mom-n-pop' offerings. Good luck with that around I-Drive in Orlando which likely hosts every last restaurant chain available the in good ol' US of A! I was invited to a vendor reception at Bahama Breeze that took place on the outdoor patio so I was on my way. The palm trees, the blazing tiki torches, the live Caribbean music and the friendly, peppy staff made this quite a nice place to spend a 75-degree late February evening (especially while it was sleeting back in Chicago!). The coconut shrimp, quesadillas and various other appetizers that I tried that evening were quite tasty, even when prepared in bulk. The Bahama Mama cocktail hit all the right notes after being suggested in place of my tropical stand-by, the Mai Tai. Sitting at one of the outdoor bars for much of the evening, I could see that the barkeeps spent a lot of extra time on making the cocktails special with garnishes, special glassware and such. They were always engaging the customers in a seemingly genuine way as well. Overall, a very positive experience which now inspires me to visit my "home" location in Chicago. I might just wait for temps above freezing, however.
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Fredy Y.
I keep a distance from chain restaurants but this one I must admit to enjoy on occasions. With $5.2 million annually on sales per store the folks at Bahama Breeze can afford to give you $10 gift cards if you sign up for their mailing list on a regular basis when you spend $20, that's when I go eat for lunch. The two Orlando restaurant factories pump up Caribbean style food to the throngs of tourists. If you are one of them you will not be disappointed. They have something for everyone, kudos to the Darden kitchen staff they deserve all the credit for the better than expected flavors and the $1.81 billion in revenue for the first quarter of fiscal 2011 up 4.2% from last year. George Soros should personally thank the cooks and stewards and take them on a trip to the actual Bahamas in his mega yacht since DRI is part of his financial portfolio. Mr. Soros chill mon! in the Orlando locations there aren't any $1.26 million law suit about alleged racial harassment that was in Ohio. Here most of the hardworking back of the house staff is from the islands of Puerto Rico and Haiti.
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Mark D.
We initially wanted to try this place because word of mouth at a conference i was attending was, "great cuban food, a must try". Unfortunately, for dinner there was a 45 minute wait and ate at the Olive Garden across the street. So we decided to take a shot for lunch. This was ingenious. The restaurant was empty probably because everyone was at the parks during the day time. I was quite impressed, i had a Jamaican jerk pulled pork sandwich and it was extremely savoring (I'm actually salivating right now...sad). I kind of knew what the seasoning of Jamaican jerk was, so i asked to throw it on the fries. The waiter was shocked that i asked, so he gave me a side of seasoning. I told him to suggest that to their chefs. Overall the atmosphere is pretty peaceful during lunch, but if you go during dinner, you may feeling like standing up and doing some salsa.
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Bo J.
This was my absolute favorite restaurant that I tried in Orlando. Great ambience, good service, great food. We did have to wait about half an hour before getting a table, but it was on a Saturday night. We had an amazing waitress, just wish I could remember her name. She gave great advice on the menu items and was bang on. I'd never had grits before, which happened to be the special that night, and our waitress recommended them. I tried the grits, which were creamy and combined with onions and other yummy flavors, with some seafood, and it was superb! My companion had the steak, and it was rare, just as he asked for it. Great steak. I can't wait to go back there again next time I'm in Orlando. Yum.
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Jim C.
Bahama Breeze is like a Chili's and Elephant Walk gone Bahamas style. This popular small chain has 2 locations in Orlando and both are apparently very popular. On a weekday rainy night, the wait was shockingly 60 minutes for dinner at the Vineland location so we tried the Intl Drive location. There was still a wait but not as crazy. The menu has a wide variety of choices, anything from fresh fish prepared a variety of ways to pastas, bugers, salads, and more. And they have a number of creative drinks. Fresh tilapia - jerk painted (spicy bbq sauce) (3.5 stars) (~$13) - the fish was very fresh and moist and came with a generous portion. I was expecting a bit more of a jerk coating but should have read the menu closer as it was more of a wet bbq sauce. I liked the fish itself a lot but not so much the sauce. Next time I'd get prepared one of the other ways. Portobello and veggie sandwich (4 stars) (~$9) - really tasty sandwich on pressed cuban bread with grilled veggies and slices of portobello. Bottom line: If you're tired of all the usual restaurants chains in Orlando, Bahama Breeze is a nice refresher - comfy relaxed setting and prices are reasonable. Just expect a wait.
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S C.
The food is awesome and the service is great!!! The atmosphere is festive........I can see my food even before it's served.........lots of people but a table was available. The menu has a great variety and the prices are affordable. Definitely will recommend this restaurant and will visit soon.....again!
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Jahdai C.
The food was amazingly delicious and the atmosphere was superb. We ordered the Portobello mushroom and vegetable sandwiches and were stuffed. The prices is very reasonable and service is great. I also love how they have live music.
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Jason P.
Just thinking of warm Carribbean weather got me wanting to check out this place. There is complimentary valet parking and self-parking is available as well. Our party of 2 arrived here around 3pm for a late lunch. We were immediately seated in the tiki hut room which gave it a very Carribbean/Hawaiin feel with foliage in the center, wooden tables, beach chairs with cushions, and booth seats. It felt very cozy and laid back, except when you looked out the window. You got a good view of the parking lot and shopping complex which took away from the feel. There is a also a square-shaped full bar area, as well as plenty more seating. If you sit in the center of the restaurant, you can watch the chefs in action as they cook everyone's meals. Service was good as the waiter was very helpful in explaining some of their dishes and frequently checking up on us as well as refilling our glasses of water. For my late lunch entree, I decided to go for the Jerk Chicken Pasta ($15 for the regular 11" plate size, or $11.50 for the lighter 9" plate size) Lite-size which includes bow-tie pasta, mushrooms and small strips of jerk chicken. I also ordered Bahama Breeze's own beer called Aruba Red which is $3.89 for a 20oz. Aruba Red is a lager brewed by Annheuser-Busch. The pasta was very light, and the sauce was somewhat bland, though the chicken had a nice slight kick to it. Some shredded cheese on top helped to bring some flavor out, but in all, the dish was slightly lacking spice or flavor. The Aruba Red was a delightful beer though a little strong on the palate. I also tried the Cuban Sandwich ($9.75) which was pretty good, turkey nice and moist. One odd thing was that there were no pickles in it, which is a standard ingredient that makes a Cuban Sandwich. If you love sour things, the Lemon Breeze ($2.50) was a treat, which is basically lemonade with sugar served in a full size bar shaker. 2-3 glasses easily poured out from the shaker. Even the bathroom was nicely themed with wooden doors to the stalls and brown tiles on the walls and floor. The bathroom was well-maintained. One thing I found odd in the bathroom was a mouth wash dispenser with small jello shot size plastic cups. In all, the food was half decent, service was decent, and beer was decent. Hmmm. Three decents make this an average restaurant.
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Jay E.
Over the years there have been great menu items that have disappeared from the menu but overall BB is still very much satisfying. The drink menu is superb and there is nothing better than sitting out on the deck when there is a nice summer breeze
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Luis H.
Although it part of the Darden Restaurant chain (Red Lobtser, Olive Garden), I like the fact that this chain features popular food from the Caribbean region in a tropical-inpsired setting. Since they are so few of these restaurants throughout the country, when I see one, I get excited as it brings great memories of living in Orlando (the home of Darden Restaurants) during the 1990s. Orlando was the test pilot city for this chain, and it was a great success. Food and service are wonderful. Great for groups wanting to enjoy good food in a fun setting.
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Cortney G.
Bahama Breeze is ok. I'm not a huge chain restaurant fan to begin with, and it was a little too Florida cheesy for my personal taste. The service wasn't fabulous, and the food was decent, but not great. It's definitely kid-friendly and a tourist hot spot. Reminded me of a tropical TGIFriday's.
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Rachel H.
i went here with my family while we were on vacation in orlando. i called ahead to see if we'd need a reservation, and was told that they don't take reservations, but will put your name down so that the wait is less when you arrive. not exactly sure how that works, since when we got there, there wasn't a wait at all. anyway, our waitress was cute but ditzy. she didn't know answers to some pretty basic questions. "what's in a chelada?" "oh gosh, that's new. i'm not sure." but she did offer to find out from the bartender. i ordered scallops which were very good and came with corn fritters. and my family was happy with their orders too -- coconut shrimp, and a couple pasta dishes. service was good until the check came. our waitress was really slow to take our credit card and then equally slow in bringing back the receipt. not sure what happened there, since she was quick earlier in the evening. overall, it was a nice meal. side note: we were offered a seat outside, but the live calypso music was so annoying that we all opted to eat indoors.
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Cari G.
Great place for groups. Each time I'm in Orlando, we always end up here. Their drink menu is fun and I enjoy sitting in their outdoor patio. Nice atmosphere fitting for Florida, too. I always default back to their black bean soup and coconut shrimp. Accessible location right off International Drive.
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Scott G.
Was there last year, the jerk chicken pasta was excellent
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Katherine G.
I absolutely love Bahama Breeze, the summery atmosphere, the drinks, and the food. One of my favorites =)
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Pablo S.
best restaurant 4eva
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Ken L.
Great place. Walkable from many OCCC hotels. Fun, knowledgeable, and chatty bartenders. Order the swordfish whenever they have it, you will not be disappointed.
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Eeee C.
I went here twice and on both occasions I had to wait to be seated. The waiting staff gives you a prompty device which vibrates and buzzes when they have a table for you. The place seems to be packed at all times. The food was good it seemed like it was a higher end Applebee's with a Bahamian theme to it. The best time to go is at night when they have live band performances. The Swirly Pina Colada was also very yummy! The empanadas served here were better than the ones I had in NY. It kinda makes me want to go back there to have MOAR. Oh well. IT was an experience :)
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Dana M.
I would recommend this place for drinks and appetizers. So many of the appetizers are amazing. I would suggest the crab claws, spinach dip, onion rings, coconut shrimp, Cuban bread, and the quesadillas. I love the Bahamarita and Ultimate Pina Canada. The breezewood chicken is my favorite entree. Not every entree has enough flavor in my opinion, so I would generally ask your servers opinion so you're not disappointed. I also love love love the Cobb salad and bahamian seafood chowder. It's a nice place to feel like you're on a tropical vacation even if you live in Orlando. Outside entertainment is fun. Enjoy it!
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Jim O.
Good relaxed dinner. I guess the food here s trying to be bahamian in nature. Really felt like a mix of cajun and Jamaican.. Everything we had was outstanding. The chicken kabobs that I ate were very well prepared and had a really nice flavor. The wait staff was very attentive. We have 5 different people help us. This was not out of confusion, but appeared that when other waiters have time they help out each other by bringing our food, or refilling drinks. It was a very nice experience. The restaurant was not overly busy when we were there (it was a Monday night) which is sometimes nice. Parking seemed ample, though there were quite a few restaurants in the area and I can imagine that parking is more challenging on other nights.
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Fei X.
Lots of great drinks. Great live music and good service.
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Paul D.
Excellent food, service and atmosphere. You gotta have the crab/shrimp stack appetizer! Nicole at the outdoor bar was excellent but the back and forth with checking in to wait for a table and getting your pager is redundant and ineffecient. Reggae music playing while having cocktails....can it get any better?
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Alexander M.
drinks, the drinks is what i go for. i could drink 8 of them in one sitting.
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Lori N.
The food was great. But the service was only ok. Ordered the lobster and shrimp linguine, buttermilk fried chicken and the coconut shrimp. All of it was wonderful...would deffinately go again.
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chris s.
This place never wows me. Service was good albeit rushed. The pallela was like seafood fried rice with mini scallops and shrimp not like a real pallela. The mini beef patty appetizer is yummy. I know people like this place but two tries was enough for me to know I can find better.
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Tammy S.
I thought the quality of the food here was surprisingly very good. There is great variety for lunch and the prices are affordable. We came here twice in one business trip. I had tortilla soup and salad, really good. The 2nd time I had the fish tacos, again - really good. I'd go back again and again if there were one in my neighborhood.
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Yui K.
Relaxing atmosphere. Caribbean, laidback feel and music. Lines get long, but we just grabbed drinks at the outside bar while we waited. Seafood paella had generous portions of seafood, though it couldve used a little more spice or zest or something. BBQ chicken was sweet, tang, and smothered in mozzarella. Nice. Drinks were VERY decently priced. We considered it "cheap" for a restaurant/bar to charge $5.50 for a margarita. The Bahamarita was yum. Staff and food were timely considering the amount of people in the place.
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Felicia C.
Orlando and Bahama Breeze just seem to go together for me. I've been to Orlando twice and I've eaten here twice and both times were fantastic experiences for me. If you're looking for a tropical place to have dinner or chill by the bar while listening a guy playing reggae music, this is the place. I don't know why but I've ordered the same thing here both times. I think it's because I remember one thing is good but forget what the other one was like so I just order both all over again. The good: The Bahamarita. It's this margarita made from different types of fruit slush. Very yummy and you can't even taste the alcohol! The usual: The seafood paella. When I think about the first time I ordered it, for some reason, I feel like I didn't like it. But, this more recent time, it was pretty good (maybe because all the alcohol I was drinking was finally getting to me) and it was quite tasty. Overall, Bahama Breeze is more about the environment than anything else. It's just a good consistent place to go for dinner and hang out with friends.
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Ben V.
The food was excellent and came in large servings. The wait staff was also very understanding about me being in a hurry and put a rush on my food.
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C N.
Excellent Restaurant! Great food, Great prices and Great service. I went there with a family of 4 and everyone found something exciting to eat. Live music was very good and the decor helped the vibe. I would highly recommend eating at this place but you may need to get a reservation, very popular!
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Marebear P.
Really good food, lots of flavor, and the staff was really nice. The music they play is awesome too. Wish they had this in Texas!! I will go back everytime I come to florida.
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Joe D.
Pretty good chain restaurant. Was with a group. Had a chicken sandwich with bacon and avocado, fries, and ice tea. Standard stuff. It was pretty good. Others had large salads that they enjoyed. I should have gone for the salad.
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Sean M.
I'm not usually a fan of chain restaurants, but I also don't always get to choose where we're going to eat when I'm dining with my extendend family. On our recent Disney getaway, this place was new to me so I found it a refreshing alternative to the typical chain restaurants like Applebee's and others that are all over the place in the Orlando area. First of all there's no valet service at Ruby Tuesday, so you know Bahama Breeze is already trying to set itself apart. Second the service was fun and friendly, exactly the kind of feeling you want when you're on vacation. Our waitress was perky and checked on us frequently to make sure our orders were OK. The onion ring appetizers and quesadillas she recommended were a good choice to share and I really liked my paella. Third, I just liked the whole beach-y laid back feeling of this place that is so evocative of Florida and the Caribbean. For what Bahama Breeze offers they do just fine.
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J B.
This place was awesome. As cold as it was outside, inside, I really felt that I was in the Caribbean. From the friendly wait staff to their selection of seafood and dishes, I enjoyed it all. Even the price was very moderate. For apps, we had spinach dip and coconut shrimp. The coconut was fabulous. I just wish there were more. My main course was the pan seared tilapia. The flavors just exploded in my mouth. The portion was just right and the choice compliment my dish. If you get a chance to visit this place, I'm sure you will not be disappointed. The only reason I did not give this place 5 stars was parking. It took us a few minutes to find a spot. But, if you don't want to wait, they do offer valet parking.
(4)
OMG this place is amazing! The BEST cocktails from the signiture Bahamarita to the fantastic Aruba Red beer. The meals are to die for there is something for everyone's taste. From chicken to seafood to pasta to salads and sandwiches i defy anyone to be disappointed with this restaurant! The cinnamon sweet mashed potato is to die for!
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Vivien W.
I'd never been to a Bahama Breeze before, and was pleasantly surprised by the tropical, plantation-style atmosphere--completely befitting the warm, rainy climate of Orlando. The layout of this place reminds me of Elephant Bar, with the only difference being the theme, as carried throughout the decor, waitstaff uniforms and food. Fun, casual place for a larger group.
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Angela W.
A fun place. Good food, sometimes strong drinks and ever so friendly servers who make your Disney/Orlando visit a real treat. I will go again on my next trip because just short of being in the Bahamas, it gave the full effects.
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Sugandha G.
I was at a conference in Orlando, so my review is based on one visit only 1. Ambiance: very tropical. There was an outside bar with live music. There was a 30 minute wait at 10:00 pm on a Sunday night. 2. Drinks: they have special beer called Aruba Red brewed only for them, my co-worker said it was good. All the drinks were reasonably priced at around 5 bucks. I had the non-alcoholic special with was a lemonade made in sugar cane juice and it was delicious. 3. Food: we all ordered the paella and were in general agreement that it was pretty good. The tostones appetizer was nice too. The flavors were not too strong, yet unique. This is a place that caters to a general palette. 4. Service: Our waiter was super attentive, gave us tips for the area.
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c f.
This was a pleasant surprise. The pina coladas were great and not too overpriced..around $6. I had coconut shrimp which were great and the sauce was great. Pleasant atmosphere and staff.
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Lori G.
Bahama Breeze, what can I say. One of my favorite places of all time. Its got more ambiance than I can describe here. This place will make you feel like you are on vacation even if you live next door. I love the tropical decor, the inside of the restaurant is right out of Bahama with lush greens, tall foilage, and thatch roofs. But the patio is where the action is. Its huge and has 2 bars, tons of seating and a stage where steel drums play all night long. What's better than a little island music while you sip one of their signature drinks. The Bahama Momma is a red fruity drink with a little shot of cactus juice hooked on to the side. Tasty and unique. And they have their own beer Aruba Red, brewed by Anheuser Busch and produced only for The Breeze. But my beverage of choice is the Mojito. They have the perfect blend of mint and even include the all important sugar cane. As for food I normally get the tilapia which is delicious, they have several ways to get it- blackened, seasoned, grilled... its your choice. For a lighter bite try the onion rings which are the thickest cut I've ever seen and stacked like a volcano or the habenaro wings that come out with the full wing attached. I love this place, so if you haven't been yet get out there and embrace The Breeze.
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Kathy J.
Nice break from all things Disney. Cool name, good food and just a couple of blocks from our resort. We start off with Cuban bread...YUM-O, but I don't really see what is so Cuban about it. It looked like garlic bread only a little sweeter. My 9 year old daughter almost ate the whole thing by herself. I ordered the Jerk Chicken Pasta. Big portions. I was able to share it with my daughter and we were both very full. Good lunch and a reasonable price.
(3)
After being lured in with the thought of a free cocktail from a coupon book from a swanky convention place I wasnt staynig at. Im afraid that I dont have a clue as to the menu here as we only popped in for drinks. I had my free mango mojito which was refreshing tangy and tasty full of sweet mango Then on to the pomegrante cosmo which was really lovely after that we moved on to the next bar the night does get a bit hazy with the free coupon books and the flowing free drinks
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Jamie F.
Wow, decently priced family food, this ain't an Applebees. Yum and great drinks and quick seating during the high season and... yeah. In a strip full of tacky chain restaurants, this chain restaurant really stands out. We 4 happy diners were oh so happy to find this place, and everything they served us was great. Veg-friendly, including a portabello sandwich that could be made cheeseless and was still yummy.
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Mykle L.
Pretty nice place. the set up makes it seem like your back in Bahamas that is if you ever been there..with nice weather patio drinks at the outside bar.. food was good drinks were cheap staff was friendly
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Haley F.
best resteraunt everrr pasta is amazingg!
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Hudson M.
For Orlando this might be a newly discovered treasure, well at least for us. The food is good which for the area is amazing. It is a large populated resturaunt and Happy Hours Place. Plenty of spicy choices.....
(5)
April O.
My friends dragged me here! I didn't do it! ... actually, we all ended up here after our first restaurant choice didn't pan out. Who would have imagined that a place called "The Crab Shack" would serve primarily crabs and be expensive. OMG. I wish we had one of these in Gainesville. Actually, I don't because Reggae Shack and Carribbean Spice / Queen are actually authentic. But I actually did like the food here--especially the crab/shrimp stack. Lump crab meat, six large shrimp, avocados, mangoes? What's not to love? The lemon squeeze is really good as well, though when I asked the server if it was essentially homemade lemonade and she referred to it as "handcrafted" that sorta teetered on the edge of 'absolutely effin' ridiculous.' The fish tacos that one of our guests had looked incredible. Service pace is leisurely and the restaurant itself is usually busy, so don't get too mad if you're here for a while.
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Julia I.
Straight from the freezer food? Oh yeah. Totally dated inside too. So not good....but it is Orlando so good food is few and far between.
(2)
Foodie E.
Good food and sugar filled umbrella drinks. A long wait though.
(3)
Richard F.
Having an incredible dinner. The food and ambiance ... Perfect. This is my second time here. Ask for Kristen to be your waitress. Kristen M is the one of the best servers I have had the privilege of having wait on me. She is friendly, professional and truly listens to her guests.
(5)
Daniele D.
I'm surprised we procrastinated on going to this place. It was across the street from our hotel and it's not like the name read "upscale!" About 6 of us showed here late one night after a VERY long convention day. Sweaty messes and past the point of exhaustion and hunger. We opted to sit outside since the weather was still nice and there was a man playing reggae music on the patio. It transformed us into a much happier and uplifted state. The food was good...not great, but really tasty. The drinks were yummy and the desserts were plate-licking good. Definitely not a place to go if you want to impress someone or have a quiet conversation...but if you're just looking to kick back, relax and unwind this is a great option. I'm definitely looking forward to visiting another Bahama Breeze! Next time I might do a repeat performance of Zumba moves to the reggae beat! =)
(4)
P J.
Coming from canada, I randomly visited this place as it seemed to have a nice atmosphere. After we ordered our food and when we were waiting for it a big black cockroach fell on the table from the ceiling ... Just grabed our stuff and left.
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Renee C.
We visited BB twice while in Orlando. Food was everything that we asked for and more. They even built crab (lump) salad (not on the menu). It was great! We did have a small problem however the manager took care of it right away. Overall we are fans and we would go back again.
(4)
Steve P.
Food was pretty good(especially the coconut shrimp) and the service was friendly but slooooow
(3)
Sam S.
Was here recently for lunch during a conference. I had a bit of a hard time finding something on the menu that I actually wanted to try mainly because I don't like coconut. But that didn't stop me from finding something though. I ended up getting the jerk chicken pasta. It was really good. I loved it. I also got a delicious drink and a dessert. I think the dessert was the banana nut bread thing. I can't remember too well. A lot has happened since then. I do remember it being rich and delicious. I had a bit of trouble finishing the dessert. Our server was really nice and helpful in letting us pick out some of our selections.
(4)
Brian F.
This place is packed for dinner most nights, so call in ahead by phone and put your name down on the list. This is THE place to get Caribbean food; don't waste your time and money getting food items that aren't highlights of the place, because you are missing out on their best dishes Here's a list of what I've had here 1.Coconut Shrimp Appetizer 9.5/10 Tastes great! A must try, just a little expensive, 6 pieces for $10 2.Crispy Onion Rings Appetizer 9/10 The coconut gives onion rings an exciting spin 3.Jerk Chicken Sandwich 9/10 Would get a 10 if the chicken were a little spicier 4.Clam Chowder Side 9.5/10 Would get a 10 if there were less cream and butter 5.Roasted Cuban Bread 6/10 Meh I prefer a baguette to this 6.Jerk Chicken Pasta 10/10 Pasta is perfect with the Parmesan cream sauce and jerk chicken slices give the pasta the kick it needs! If you're like me and loathe mushrooms, substitutions are allowed; I substituted broccoli for the mushrooms. Service here is some of the best you'll encounter in your restaurant escapades; they are very attentive, checking in with you numerous times and answer any questions you have with candor that we wish politicians would have.
(5)
Paul L.
RICARDO IS THE BEST WAITER! My girlfriend and I were in town from Los Angeles and Ricardo turned the start of a bad review into a 5 STAR!!!! The ambiance is amazing! Live Caribbean music, outside dining, and just pure relaxation! I felt like I was on a remote island just chillin'! Food was served quickly, tasted great and was offered at a reasonable price! I had a grilled swordfish plate that was fresh and filling! My girlfriend had Mahi tacos that she couldn't even finish because of the amount of food! Drinks.... Well let me just say, her Margarita was so strong and tasty, she ordered two! I ate the orange it came with and I felt like I took a shot! Haha. For you West Coasters, you have to try YUENGLING TRADITIONAL Beer!!! It is awesome! Oldest brewery in the USA and only available on the East Coast! As I stated, great atmosphere, happening place that was a great way to start a Florida trip! And our server Ricardo was awesome! I never had to ask for anything. Service is everything in my book and Ricardo was on point. He had already clocked off for the night but checked on us, answered our questions and decided to serve us! The restaurant was amazing and only topped by the service!!!
(5)
Daniel D.
PROS PROS PROS EVERYWHERE!! We loved this place! Let's begin with the amazing service!! Our waiter' and was Tyler and he was absolutely wonderful, super helpful & friendly! It was our first time so he described everything and continuously made sure we were doing alright & were enjoying ourselves. The food was DELICIOUS!!!! DRINKS WERE AMAZING!! The ambiance was definitely very cool, they have live music after a certain hour! Definitely one of our favorite spots we visited our in Orlando! Thank you!!
(5)
Sharim A.
Appetizers and drinks were great. Coconut shrimp are fabulous. I ordered wood grilled Salmon, chimichurri and a side of shrimps with mashed pototes and asparagus. The asparagus were over cooked. Everything else was delicious. We had a table for 12 and only complaint was asparagus. Staff was very friendly and attentive. Loveed it.
(4)
Angelique L.
I'm not a fan of waiting more than an hour, but being that we were all in the area, we made an exception. We came on a Saturday so the wait was to be expected. This place has everything. An outdoor bar near a live band playing Carlos Santana and Celia Cruz hits. My drinks were strong and reasonably priced. One of my relatives complained about the beer being a bit warm, which is a no go in my family of beer lovers, but the actual local brew was fantastic. My favorite items on the menu was definitely the coconut shrimp (I wish I had some now) and the key lime pie (you must save room)!! The paella was okay, a bit dry, but heavily packed with proteins (which is what I really love). I'll definitely be back!
(4)
Wayne S.
- Island Hopper for the table - Server Fatima - Jerk Chicken Pasta - Ultimate Margarita Conch Fritters (Score 5) - Best I've had! If you haven't had fritters before you must have them here for the first time. If you don't like them here you don't have the
(5)
Victoria W.
Last night my boyfriend and I took a trip to Orlando again, and while we were here decided to try the Bahama Breeze on international drive. We arrived around 8pm on a Friday night and it was PACKED! Hardly any parking left, but luckily found a spot all the way in the back near the dumpsters. We checked in and were told the wait was an hour at that point, but the bar and outside seating is first come first serve so if we found something there first we could sit down; NO CHANCE! We just continued to wait and then about 9:10 I went to the hostess to ask how much longer it would be and she was able to sit us right away after I asked; cool. So we sat down at a booth, and it was noisy from large parties but I didn't expect anything less. I ordered the Ultimate Piña Colada to drink and my boyfriend had the Aruba Red beer they serve on tap; both were delicious! For starters, I had the seafood chowder which was creamy and excellent and didn't taste like "seafood" which was good for me because I don't like a strong seafood taste. I went on to order the Buttermilk Chicken dish, and it was very good I highly recommend it. It's kind of like the KFC Chicken Bowl but 1000x better! My boyfriend had the grilled chicken with mashed potatoes and crema sauce, but his chicken breasts came out a little more charred than expected, however he isn't the type to send anything back so he ate it anyway. We didn't have any dessert because we ate so much we were stuffed, but it was a great dinner and our waitress was very nice, however her name escapes me :( next time we are up here and are craving bahama breeze, we will go back.
(4)
Rosa A.
Everything we ordered tasted amazing!! The salmon was grilled to perfection, rich and flavorful just like the menu says! I would definitely be back!!
(5)
Teri M.
First time here. Crowded but we were able to grab a high top in the bar -- first come, first serve. Our waiter was terrific -- on the ball the entire time. The coconut shrimp appetizer was just "ok" -- a little over cooked. We both had sirloin steaks and mine was Oscar style. Steaks were a perfect medium rare, as ordered. All the waitstaff were helpful and we never felt neglected. A great experience in a high tourist area.
(5)
Harsh Deep Singh N.
I was in Orlando a couple of weeks ago, and decided to drop in to Bahama Breeze based on yelp reviews. My take? Meh. Walked in and couldn't help but notice the coastal feel of the place. Designed to make you feel relaxed. Definitely a big thumbs-up. I sat at the bar, and while the bartender was very friendly, she was not really attentive. There were times when I had to wait for several minutes to catch her attention. Not so cool. Drinks: I ordered a painkiller(the drink, not the pill). The bartender served it in a beer glass, as she didn't have the proper glass available. If this was a regular, run of the mill bar, I wouldn't mine, but if you're shelling out the kind of money you do at Bahama Breeze, you would at least expect the proper glass. Anyways, then drink itself didn't really raise my spirits either. I then ordered a Goombay smash, and that was "meh" too. Did i catch the bartender on an off day, i wonder? Now for the food. I ordered the firecracker shrimp, and it was decent but far from the best shrimp I've tasted. I then ordered a island hopper, and of that, the conch fritters and the onion rings were the 2 that stood out. The coconut shrimp and the chicken wings failed to impress. Overall, Bahama Breeze is the kind of place I would go to grab a drink and maybe a bite to eat, before heading elsewhere for dinner.
(3)
Sanita M.
I have been here couple of times and it's always crowded, the food is delicious. They have nice outside patio with live music that is really good! There is a bar and self seating outside. Their cocktails are tasty and reasonably priced. I like their soups and dips but my favorite is Mahi and Shrimp Rice Bowl with Lemongrass sauce. Another dish that I enjoy is West Indies Chicken Curry bowl - really flavorful. If you like curries, you will like this dish. We always come back to have our rice bowls :) I love the fact that you can choose full or half portion. The restaurant have big parking right at the back and you can walk to many activities, hotels, etc. The Orlando Eye is just few blocks away.
(5)
Dayana P.
Great atmosphere! Big place has indoor and outdoor tables. Service is fast. Lots of good choices.
(4)
Simone S.
This place is sooooo awesome! Food prices are extremely reasonable and the drinks are amazing. I went here for an early dinner and had the coconut shrimp and a fried chicken sandwich. The shrimp were plentiful in size and the sandwich was crispy and full of flavor. I tried the "Green Flash" which is a drink recommended by the coolest and most lively bartender ever (Annette) and I was NOT disappointed! Good stuff. If the great food wasn't enough, they have a guy that plays the steele drums on the outside patio. I'm telling you, it REALLY felt as though I was visiting the Caribbean! Loved it. Will definitely be back on my next trip to Orlando. I dined alone but the staff was so welcoming and warm it made me feel like I was with family. You must try this place!
(5)
Mary E.
Fast & friendly service. The lobster & shrimp quesadilla was fabulous! The jerk chicken was huge and delicious as well. The only problem came when they brought the checks for our group. Most of them had to be redone to get the right billing. Other than that, wonderful place.
(4)
Ryan F.
Always pretty good service - this time we came with a large party and several other large parties (think 12 or more) showed up and they sat them in the same area so service wasn't the best, but I think understandably so. Island drinks are great - I love the painkiller and the ultimate piña colada. Food is generally good too. I had shrimp and grits this visit and it was delicious. I did ask for it without bacon and it was ordered without bacon and delivered with the words 'shrimp and grits with no bacon' but it had bacon. I just picked it out. Usually I get almond crusted salmon with sweet mash and that's always delicious. I like that there's a few healthy-ish entrees on their menu so I come to Bahama sometimes when I want good/fun drinks but don't want to splurge as much on the food. Overall all the locations have never disappointed me.
(4)
Joe G.
We have a Bahama Breeze near so we have been many times. We decided to check out this location in Orlando. We sat on the outside deck where they had a guy playing the Steel Drums. Food is always good and the house beer Aruba Red is a decent price. They seemed to have changed the menu but all the popular items are still on it.
(3)
Jamie M.
This place is great to visit if you want to feel like you're on vacation. However, like Elle said, it's slow but nice service. I had a lunch special: chicken quesadilla and house salad with vinaigrette dressing. I also ordered a Pina Colada served in a pineapple because...why else? I'm on vacation.
(4)
Jay M.
Great drinks. Great ambiance. It's a taste of the Caribbean in Orlando. Food is good. Live music. Nice outdoor seating area. Great place to gather with friends.
(4)
Jennifer E.
I am not a huge purveyor of chain restaurants, but usually they can be seen as dependable sources of reasonably priced, but mediocre, food and drinks. Bahama Breeze is exactly that type of chain. The ambiance was ok, nothing special. The biggest disapointment was their awful mixed drinks. I had one of the worst mojitos I've ever had and it was about eight dollars. Not only was it filled to the brim with crushed ice, but it was syrupy sweet and weak. Blah. The food was ok but a little over-salted. I had the special which was yellow tail with a plantain stuffed with rice and some beans. I thought their food and drinks were pretty over priced for what you got in quality. I've definitely had better and wouldn't have gone in the first place if it wasn't for family who enjoy their offerings. I won't be back unless my family drags me in the future.
(2)
Danielle Y.
The food is decent, nothing crazy but the ambience is very nice. We ordered a few appetizers to share and it was pretty filling. One of the dishes did not have much flavor and wasn't good. However the waiter was very nice and she took it out of our bill. It's pretty touristy.
(3)
Lindsey N.
We went to have drinks ended up eating at the bar ,our bartenders Jose and Nicola were awesome !!! Our drinks were very good as well you have to try the lobster and shrimp quesadillas it was AMAZING!!!thanks guys!!
(5)
Dustin D.
Always a fan. I love the Ruby Red draft beer they have on tap. This one is always busy so make sure youre ready to wait if need be....or you can find a place at the bar to sit. The menu is large and there are a lot of tasty things to try. I always get the spicy shrimp tacos. We will be back soon!
(4)
Bo Y.
Located in the heart of Pointe Plaza Orlando, it's like a busy Chili's...very disappointing. Even worse, no stone crab claws and no oysters in November. Their signature Mojito Cubano was mediocre at best. What turned the tide for even 3 stars are the beef empanadas and the wood grilled lobster tail. Both were very flavorful and super delicious. Their line caught black grouper was very fresh and cooked well too. Wouldn't return since there are better choices around International Drive.
(3)
Marissa C.
This place didn't really "wow" me as much as the reviews made it seem. The place was definitely packed for a week night and we even went semi late in the evening. Luckily we had reservations. Our server was not the best we've had and seemed a little on the impatient side. I ordered the White Sangria which was very sweet, and more juice-like. For my entree, I had to go with the Jamaican Jerk Chicken given this place was a Caribbean type restaurant. The entree itself was not very impressive but at least the chicken was tender.
(3)
Carmen F.
Came here with my boyfriend during my short stay in Orlando. We were greeted by one of the hosts (?) at the door and was asked for a seat preference. Since the weather was good, so we decided to sit in the outdoor area. We were not disappointed-- they had a live performance to keep us entertained and there was a raffle going on for the customers. We were quickly helped by one of the servers and had our food within 10 minutes. Their cocktails were fantastic; it was strong AND it tasted great. The food was good as well. They were very generous with the portions. I felt our meal for 2 could feed a whole family. This will definitely be one of our togo spots next time we're back in Florida.
(4)
Elizabeth W.
For a while I was turned off to Bahama Breeze, I don't know why but there was nothing that particularly appealed to me. I went back recently with my best friend and her family since they really love the place. They had something new on the chef selection menu that rocked my damn socks off and I will literally mourn them if they aren't added to the menu permanently. It's the heavenly breeze cheese bites. They are little luscious balls made of yucca and filled with soft stretchy cheese and fried to the perfect crisp. Of course they topped it off by serving it with the nectar of the gods, also known as the cilantro crema sauce. It was everything I could ever want in an appetizer. I was almost hurt that my entree was brought out instead of another giant plate of these breathtaking breeze cheese bites. Needless to say, these delicious little masterpieces have lit a fire in me that cannot be extinguished and I will come to Bahama Breeze forever as long as they remain. I literally came back again 2 days later because I was jonesing for some. I would also like to add that our server, Will, was lovely. He was very personable and the type of guy you wanna be friends with. Great experience!
(4)
Andrea H.
The food was good but service was horrible extremely slow and than when we finally got our food we had no utensils had to ask 3 different employees for forks while we sit and have to smell the food in front of us..... Manager offered to give us a discount wouldn't come back way to much waiting around and wasn't even that busy at the time.
Get the Island Hopper and the Jerk Chicken Pasta. My husband and I split each and are never disappointed. The conch fritters are fantastic also. We sat by the bar outside due to open seating otherwise it was a 2 hour wait on a Saturday around 8pm. Great drinks and service. Only wish the wait wasn't so long or it would be 5 star!
(4)
Jerica D.
I'll give this place a 4 based off the atmosphere, decoration, and vast menu. They have a nicely decorated waiting area with a lot of chairs! Upon arriving we were seated in 5 minutes. I had a group of 6 people and asked to sit in the round table close to the front but apparently you have to have 8 or more people. I tried to beg the hostess for a bigger table but she told me no. I was kinda upset about that, and we were squished into a booth. That's the only reason I won't give them a 5. But what can ya do? Our waitress was fine, she was attentive and able to stay on point with all of our orders. She wasn't the friendliest but she didn't slack. I ordered the frozen Bahamarita and the Shrimp Quesadilla which were both pretty good. My hubby had the ribs which were pretty tasty, juicy, and coming off the bone! Overall, my family had a good time, we had a nice family dinner, and like I said the set up and decor was really nice. The location was also very clean. I would suggest this place and go back--esp. with all the pretty drink selections!
(4)
Jennifer P.
I am pretty obsessed with this chain - this particular location happens to be my favorite. I will admit that years ago the food was a bit better and so was the service, but the last few times I've been to Orlando I've been a bit disappointed with both. The waits are now long and the hostesses are not as friendly as they used to be. I will say, the key west fish tacos and the coconut pineapple cake (not to be confused with the chocolate pineapple cake) are my two favorite items on the menu. The taco is soft, but the filling is perfectly crunchy and the fish is always fresh. The coconut pineapple cake isn't overwhelmingly sweet, it's just right. The key lime pie is also notably great. The pasta dishes are very "chain like" - big portions, lack of flavor, just normal. However, the side of rice that comes with any of the dishes is GREAT. This location has nice outdoor seating and makes you feel like you went away on vacation (despite the view of the parking lot). It can get a little loud but it's always a favorite spot to visit when in the area. Better than the surround chain restaurants. This one has some flavor :) PS - try the goombay smash!!
(4)
Mai Youa X.
I so so love this place! Music night life! They have very good drinks. Food quality is awesome with big portion for average price. Service is superb!. Johnny our server made sure we get the best of what we came for. I would definitely recommend this amazing restaurant! :)
(5)
Shawn B.
Love Bahama breeze, they are always changing the menu for the better. Love the bowls, great portions.
(4)
Mary B.
My Sister has an obsession with this chain restaurant, so every year I visit - we end up here for dinner and drinks. I like trying places that are off the beaten path, different, so I try to not like it here, but I can't. It's good. The food selection is interesting, and does allow me to venture (safely) into some uncharted territory. I've enjoyed everything I've tried from the appetizers to the delicious frozen drinks. The staff has always been extremely accommodating. My Brother in Law has severe shellfish allergies and they have always ensured no cross contamination. This is a well oiled machine in the heart of touristville, so you're seated quickly and served quickly but never feel rushed. This is a solid option for a fair priced dinner and drink when in the area.
(4)
Winny R.
Two words. RAW MEAT! I order a carnitas rice bowl after taking two bites I noticed that the pork looked strange so I sent it back and order a chipotle rice bowl. It's took 30 minutes to get to me and it still didn't look right. It fact my boyfriend order a chipotle rice bowl first and he had to send it back because his had raw steak at the bottom of the bowl. Don't order rice bowls!
(1)
Mandi M.
This place was awesome! I am a big believer in customer service and Bahama Breeze blew me out of the water! We went twice during our week long vacation- the first time we sat at the bar and the bar staff was unbelievable! So very friendly and all working together to keep their customers happy. The second time we sat in the general bar area and once again had fantastic service! As for the food, the firecracker shrimp was wonderful and their portabella mushroom burger was badass! The entire mushroom cap covered my beef patty. The pina colada was nice but i really enjoyed the Aruba Red brew. Overall we had a great experience but I will say the second visit was mostly due to the great customer service we encountered on the first trip.
(5)
Michael L.
The decor was outstanding and the place appeared to be very fun and comfortable. There's nine of us at a table and the menu and atmosphere was very unique. The server was unknowledgeable and the kitchen messed up six out of nine orders one person needed it changed three times to get it right. I have a coconut shrimp which was was outstanding. One of the specialty burgers was missing three ingredients that were listed on the menu. The restroom was a disaster and very unsanitary. All the cocktails were outstanding and well worth the money. Our server had a lot working against her but made a huge effort to help us enjoy our night out.
(2)
Brett J.
Went here solo after a conference. Pulled myself up to the bar and was quickly greeted by the bartender Garrett. He shook my hand and asked my name. Despite how busy they were, he called me by name all night long and was very attentive. I ordered a crab stack. Although I hadn't noticed any delay, a manager came out and apologized for the delay on my appetizer. Apparently the presentation of my crab stack failed QC and they decided to make a new one that was up their standards. As compensation for this (again, I hadn't even noticed a delay), they gave me a bahamarita on the house - excellent drink! In short, great drinks, fantastic food and amazing customer service, From other reviews I've read, combined with my own experience tonight, I suspect great service is their core product. Give them a shot!
(5)
Ashlie V.
Love the atmosphere. It's very live and energetic. Since its right on the tourist magnet street, be prepared wait for about 15-20 minutes....longer on the weekends. I went on a packed Tuesday and waited 15 minutes when they said 45. It's pretty crowded, But the food is great! And drinks are even better. I highly recommend the Ultimate Pineapple.
(4)
Knirps L.
We wound up here on a whim one day and it was an average experience. The server was somewhat confused at half of the things we said, but seemed like a good guy. Talkative and honest. The food wasn't bad, but there were some odd flavors, and the appetizer came out with the meal which is quite irritating. We might try it again, but it's not at the top of our list.
(3)
Sam M.
I don't give out 5 stars often, but this place is worth it. First of all, the service was great. Our waitress was really friendly, funny, and easy to talk to. Looking around the restaurant, you could tell that the other staff shared these qualities. I noticed that the bartender was really into the drinks he was making and was not half-assing it at all. Second of all, the food. The appetizers, specifically the spinach artichoke dip was amazing, and the entree I had, one of the rice bowls was great as well. This place is not fancy, but the food is good, the staff are great, and after a long day in the parks, what more can you ask for?
(5)
Erikka N.
Really good food and atmosphere. Didn't have to wait since we sat at the bar. I tried a drink from their summer drink menu. I got the Kicking Mule, it wasn't bad. It's definitely an acquired taste, since it has fireball whiskey in it.
(4)
Brenda B.
Worst Service ever! I enjoyed the frozen bahamarita! But other than that everything else was bad. I dont remember the servers name but it was horrible. I would never be back again!
(1)
Elle S.
Mostly good food/drinks, slow but nice service. "A-OK." We sat at our table for a while, maybe 10 minutes before the waitress came by. We ordered a round of drinks to sip on while we discussed the menu and made our choices. The drinks were a mix of reviews. The Painkiller was yummy, the mules had a very odd flavor added to them and ended up being passed to the person at our table that will drink almost anything. We were looking for our waitress when another table was seated next to us. She took their drink order within seconds of them sitting, but didn't look up. We ordered our food, then they ordered. Of course, their food came out at least 15 minutes before ours. Overall, the food was good. We ended up sampling from each others plates. Only one dish was not good, but the time it would take to order something else was not worth it, so we stacked that friend's plate with a sample from the rest of our dishes. I had the fish tacos and I would do it again, but without the sauce. They were a little hot so I deconstructed and scraped off the sauce before reassembly and chomping. Waiting for to-go boxes... the other table has already paid and left. Our waitress had great personality, but we had to keep looking around to try to grab her. Getting the check took for-ev-er and we had to ask another waitress to grab our waitress in order to make that happen. They must have seated her several tables in another section. It was weird. We ended up being here for 2.5 hours. We were a table of 6, but c'mon... 2.5 hours?! Yes, we did do a round of drinks before ordering, but we still would have been at 2 hours without the drinks. We were more mellow after having drinks which left me with a more positive spin on this place. I think this would be better for tables of two, judging by the timeliness for the couple that sat next to us.
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Chance S.
Everything was really good. Bartender recommended a good drink, the Goombay I think. I enjoyed my meal, but the tortilla soup was particularly good.
(4)
Blueridge G.
This place used to be a great island kind of place. Today, they were playing loud hiphop music and the food was nothing special like it used to be. Too much noise. I won't go back.
(2)
Rhonda N.
After a long day of attending a HR conference a friend and I enjoyed happy hour and dinner at Bahama Breeze! It was sooooo hot outside but the atmosphere and food was amazing!! The drinks were amazing too!
(4)
Camille G.
Great food good music ...I feel like I'm on vacation!! Oh yeah I am..hehe. food and service was delicious!! Definitely coming back!
(4)
Brian J.
Hard to believe this place is owned by Red Lobster, but then so is Capital Grille which is excellent. We ate at the bar, and the staff there is beyond friendly despite being slammed with tons of drinks. I'd estimate they were making 2 drinks a minute each almost nonstop. So the Bahama Colada is very good. The Salmon with mango salsa/rub was very delicious. The green beans were only disappointment, undercooked and lacking seasoning. Sweet potato side was good.
(4)
Dwain L.
Always a pleasure coming here, been coming here since it opened many years ago and it hasn't failed me. Great service, great drinks and the Caribbean style menu. Open concept kitchen, anything on the menu I'm sure you will enjoy.
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Hugh P.
I just like this place for the food, staff, and the vibe. I stop here when I am in Orlando. The jerk wings, pasts, desserts, and more are all good. You will enjoy inside or chilling outside and listening to live music.
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Michelle C.
My husband LOVED his meal. I "liked" my meal... lol. His salad looked awesome, shrimp and grits were SO good! And the chocolate island dessert was delicious! Cocktails were delicious! We thoroughly enjoyed Bahama Breeze. We BARELY beat the crowd! Oh, and the server was over the top friendly and helpful!
(5)
Keerthika V.
Nice place!!! Love music and outside table made our day.. Ultimate piña colada best here!! One good thing is that the place is open late night..
(5)
Christina C.
Great place to eat on International Drive! This wasn't our first choice, but when our first choice was shut down for a special event we decided to eat here on the fly. Boy am I glad we did, because the dinner was absolutely delicious! They have an awesome patio and a large indoor area. We decided to eat indoors and on a Monday night there was no wait. Our server was really nice and prompt. He didn't hover, but he came around enough to refill drinks and make sure everything was ok. I got the Shrimp and Grits and my fiance got the Chipotle Carne Bowl. I feel like we sat down, ordered, and then the food appeared! Maybe we ordered things that were prepped ahead of time, but I was super impressed by how fast the food came. Both dishes were absolutely delicious. My shrimp and grits were one of the best I've ever had. I loved the cheesiness of the grits and there was a bunch of shrimp! I've found in the past that my shrimp and grits come with five or six pieces of shrimp on top, but this shrimp and grits came with a ton of shrimp! It also came with green beans that gave it a good balance. The Chipotle Carne Bowl was also delicious! My fiance got the sour cream and the avocados on the side for me, which was great. I would highly suggest both dishes. This place is probably more expensive than I would spend if I had a family, but for my fiance and I, this was the perfect place.
(5)
Rachel R.
We decided to come to Orlando for the day and chose this place for lunch. Never tried this chain before but every time we pass by, it's always packed. The coconut shrimp was awesome, loved the tangy sauce. The drinks were good, but like most places with "island drinks" there's no real alcohol. Tasted like some fruity tasty drink on a cruise. For the main course, I tried the cuban sandwich(idk why), it was bad. Not even close to what it should be, who puts lettuce and tomato on a cuban? Very disappointing after such a great appitizer. My bf ordered the jerk chicken which was all chicken, no jerk. Actually asked our waitress if it was the wrong plate and had to eat it with hot sauce. Request extra hot sauce if you want spice. My bf's mom ordered this salad with crab and avacado, a seasonal item. We all thought this was good. Our waitress was great, best part of the whole experience
(3)
Ethan T.
Excellent location and nice outside seating on international drive. Excellent service. I had to goat cheese and caramelized onion with avocado hamburger with fries and it was excellent!!
(4)
Talal H.
Firecracker shrimp was a delicious appetizer, with mouthwatering crunchiness and the pineapple chutney added a level of flair to it that made the dish just the right mix of sweet and sour. I had the lighter salmon pasta, and it was a nice break for me from the grilled chicken and pasta fare I usually have. It was a light dish, the salmon was expertly pan-seared and wasn't dry or anything. The sauce was just the right amount of cheesy. My wife had the grilled chicken cilantro-crema. The mashed potatoes were to die for. The cheesy consistency and flavor really made the chicken come alive. Addition of corn to the mashed potatoes gave a sweet aftertaste. Last, but not the least, the chocolate island was to die for. Layer of chocolate mousse with fudge at the bottom, topped off with cream. I was so full before we'd ordered the dessert but it was a special one, the layers just amalgamated into the perfect chocolate explosion inside your mouth. We got Jeremy as our guy, and he was very courteous and on time. Very friendly and accommodating. The place was nice, loud and good caribbean music. It's a place that kind of pulls off its gimmick really well. Didn't feel pretentious or anything. Would definitely visit again!
(5)
Kamila L.
After 10 pm, the restaurant choices start to slim down. Instead of a Dennys or IHOP I was glad to find out that the BAHAMA BREEZE serves food until 1 am! The original location on I_Drive has always the same high standards expected. If you want to have good service ask for Samantha D, she is an excellent waitress! She kindly listened my request of drink: Key Lime Pie! (I still got a buzz from it and still believing I'm a "Caribbean queen"). "Ahi Tuna Stack" is a light and fresh appetizer to start, "The Skillet Shimmering Jerk Shrimp with a heavy kick of spicy garlic, peppercorn, jerk seasoning to finish with a Juicy & Melting Goat Cheese & Avocado Cheeseburger! This restaurant is always clean, nice atmosphere and inviting to relax having a drink with delicious food from the Caribbean!
(5)
Jason F.
Exceptionally well done Caribbean food. Jerk Chicken Wings are a must have! The spices, the juicy chicken, the sauce. I need to learn how to make these. Coconut Shrimp entree, delicious! Nothing beats butterflied shrimp, battered up and fried in coconut, and dipped in a sweet sauce. With rice & greens, it's a meal worth getting. The fish dinner special. My girlfriend got grilled tilapia in their mango sauce. The fish was moist, the sauce was refreshing with fresh mango's. I think it could of used a side of rice or noodles or something rather then fish and mash, but that's just my preference. Drinks - superb and plenty of em.
(5)
Tran T.
This place is definitely packed!! There is a long wait, luckily enough, they have a few big bars in different areas. Downside, they're all packed as well. Frozen Bahamarita & Pina Colata - Delicious and refreshing. Island Hopper (combination of Jamaican chicken wings, crispy coconut shrimp, onion rings & conch fritters) - Very disappointing. Not flavorful as pictured. Chipotle Beef Rice Bowl - Didn't think we should have ordered it but boy was I wrong.. a bowl of deliciousness.
(3)
Nathalie F.
Drinks were amazing, food was delicious, server was attentive. Only complaint is about the hostess. She just wasn't pleasant. Other than that everything was fantastic.
(4)
Kyba A.
This place was excellent! It didnt receive the full five stars because of a mix up with the table placement. We visited during a holiday weekend so the place was packed. What I didnt appreciate was after the little buzzer went off, we went taken to the table area only to be told that there was perhaps a mix up and there are no available tables and we would have to wait again. We were placed at a table about 5 minutes later and then asked to move to another table upon their request. After that the atmosphere was great! There was live steelpan music, which I thoroughly enjoyed. The food was great and the server kept checking on us to ensure that things were good. It was just a wonderful night and is now my favorite place to eat in orlando.
(4)
Kita S.
This place is soooo over rated. I suggest you try somewhere else where the staff is more welcoming. I came here for a couple of. Drinks and an light entree. The food is okay and I like the music/setting but I won't be back here again. :(
(2)
Rick S.
I was in Orlando for the 2015 infocomm conference. I ended up eating at Bahama Breeze 3 times because the food I had was so amazing. I had Julie H. two times for my server because she was so fabulous. Third time I had Julia H. Names are similar. Either will take great care of you. But I got to know Julie and will always see if she is available. A hostess named Mary was also very wonderful too. On to the food. Chicken Tortilla soup is amazing. It has fresh avocado in it. And that was followed by the best burger ever. I had the Guacamole and goat cheese burger with Carmelized onions. The melding of flavors was exotic and made it the best burger ever. For my side I chose the fruit salad which was strawberries, grapes, pineapple and a scoop of mango sorbet. It was so delicious. Followed with Key Lime pie for dessert and I can tell you it was a generous slice with baked meringue topping that was wonderful and this pie is baked fresh at the restaurant each day. It is also without doubt fabulous and is truly made with key lime juice. True key lime pie is yellow in color - not green. This pie was truly key lime pie with it's yellow color and the baked topping put it right over the top. I wish they had a Bahama Breeze in Wisconsin so I could be a regular customer.
(5)
Frank F.
LaSheem is the BEST! ASK4HER. NUFF SAID! WE ordered the Island Hopper. OMG it's ALL THAT! If u love Conch Fritters n Jamaican Jerk Chicken n Onion Rings n Coconut Shrimp. @ $19.99 superb price and ErTang was Gonnah Be Alright Y'all. Um ummmm SO Good Y'all Dot Com. (@$5.99-$6.99 ea.) We also order equally as good SLASH per taste buds... Hummas n Baked Pita Triangles n OMG OMG and OMG Again Y'all. .. . BBQ Shredded Pork n Sweet Plantains (ooh SO tender)!!! Whew'Saw Ya JUST CAN'T GO WRONG! MakeYuh Wannah just say ummmmmmm. Nigh nigh ' Nigh nighhhhhhh. Lmbo. Over n Out Y'all. FranknKimm
(5)
Teresa C.
PROS: - Pina colada: This drink is amazing!! A must get! - Chipotle Beef: surprisingly very good. It was very flavorful. - Conch Fritters - very good and it pairs well with the mustard sauce - Lobster and shrimp quesadilla THE OKAY: - Coconut shrimp: not as good as I thought it'd be. I find that there is too much breading on the shrimp to my liking and I didn't really taste the coconut flavor either. I did however like the mustard sauce as it's the same sauce they use for the conch fritters. CON: - Lobster and shrimp Linguini - not enough flavor. sort of oily. Red lobster makes better pasta. - Mango Glazed salmon with sweet potato: Salmon was burnt and too dry. Only redeeming part of this dish was the mango glaze. The asparagus was cooked too long and very dry and chewy. - Skirt Steak Cubano - got this medium done. the skirt steak was very chewy and kind of tough. Only thing I really liked about this dish was the yuca fries that it came with. - Skillet simmered jerk shrimp: this was meh. Spicy (mild-medium range). I didn't really like it.
(4)
Ashley Nicole C.
Packed on a Friday night, which is to be expected. We opted for a seat on the outdoor patio sigh live music. Unless you're here to watch a specific sporting event (the TVs were playing hockey while NBA playoffs were on), I'd suggest sitting outside. We waited a few minutes before someone wiped off our table and took our drink orders. We ordered and then several more minutes later, the same person and back to apologize for the wait and finally take our order. After taking our food order, he realized he hadn't placed our drink orders. Luckily we were just hanging out and relaxing so we didn't mind but usually, that'd knock off a few points. Love the laid back Carribean theme, it just makes you want to order a tropical drink and listen to the music. Started off with the pulled pork and plantains. Sounds like a weird combo but it was so delicious, I could eat just that for dinner. Then Ordered sangria to go with paella and can't complain.
(4)
Jeri R.
Their food is amazing! Between the appetizers and main course everything delicious The price for 4 was very good $160 included drinks as well. The presentation of our meal was very nice. When I am in Florida again I will visit. Only problem is this place gets crowded and our wait time to sit indoors was 1 hour. It was nice sitting out though.
(4)
Grace A.
We came here for lunch during a recent visit to Orlando. There were a few people eating, so not sure if that's an indication of what we are about to experience. When we approached the hostess, we literally stood for a minute in front of her before being acknowledged. Finally she looked up (no hello, no how are you & no eye-to-eye contact), asked how many in our group & had someone take us to a table. Really? Why so unfriendly? I noticed there was a man sweeping the floor, only to find out he will be serving us later. Just hoping he washed his hands before serving our food. The food was just ok. I liked the conch fritters maybe because I've never had it before. I am still not sure why people are raving about this place. Maybe it's because I live in SF and my taste in food is more sophisticated? Our waiter was very accomodating though, and a hard-worker taking in 2 jobs at this resto : ) which is the reason for the 2 stars : )
(2)
Jessica F.
This place is amazing. The vibe, the atmosphere the food is the best. It has a tropical island feel to it. They play live music at night on the outdoor covered deck. It's a face-pace restaurant. They offer a verity of food from wings, fish, steak and more. The breeze salad is to die for and the desserts are fantastic. They have speciality drinks alcoholic and non-alcoholic and they offer a kids menu. This place is great for anniversaries, date nights, birthdays or just a nite out for dinner. I would recommend this place to anyone.
(5)
Thanh H.
A friend recommended this place while we were out in Orlando. I was happy he did. Ordered the coconut shrimp, onion rings, and mojitos to start. Everything was great. I loved the shrimps. The coconut worked well with it. Even thought I was allergic to it, I ate 4 shrimps! Followed by onion rings and mojito to relieve the itchiness. I had the Jamaican jerk chicken. No complaints. Was nice and moist. The spices on the chicken was good, and worked well with the rice,beans, salsa. The waitress was always around when we needed her and was pretty quick for a business night. Would definitely go back.
(5)
Fast L.
This is one of those chains that gets stingier with portions every time I try them. They literally served me a teaspoon size portion of guacamole for my fish tacos. And, I ordered a $10 margarita that was all glass and ice. It was half gone in a few sips. Beyond the micro managed portions, the food isn't very fresh and lacks flavor. I won't be returning.
(2)
Marina L.
Before dining here on the 27th, I couldn't remember the last time I was blown away by service at a restaurant. We arrived around 7 and the restaurant was packed, but there was no wait and we were seated right away. Our server, Sarah, came right over and asked about our day and offered some suggestions. I ordered a classic Cuban mojito and my boyfriend ordered a beer. My mojito was perfect, the crushed ice really made the difference, in my opinion. We ordered the shrimp and lobster quesadilla as our appetizer and it was delicious. Sarah offered us hot sauce and brought over Tabasco, Sriracha, and a Jamaican hot sauce which I wish I'd gotten the name of - it was spectacular. My boyfriend and I loved the food so much we decided to split everything so we could get a little of each. I ordered the coconut shrimp, which came with yellow rice and broccoli, and he ordered the almond crusted swordfish with cinnamon mashed sweet potato and green beans. Everything came out very timely and delicious. The coconut shrimp was really prawn, they were huge! The swordfish was tender and drenched in lemon butter, and we seriously could not get enough of the cinnamon sweet potato mash. Although the food was fantastic, what really sold me on this place was the service. I have been a server and bartender for years, as had my boyfriend, and we were both blown away by Sarah's attention to detail. She made sure we knew exactly what was on the side of every plate, offered us extra plates and sauces, and regularly checked up on us to make sure everything was alright. Next time we're in Orlando we will definitely be back!
(5)
Yen W.
Chicken wings dry and not HOT. The one close to 535 is much better.
(1)
Chris L.
My experience here was great. My waitress Julie gave us tremendous service and showed great attitude to any questions we asked. I had the grilled chicken with cilantro crema and it was honestly the best chicken I've had. It was cooked perfectly and tender with a side of 3 cheese and corn mashed potatoes. We also had as an appetizer shrimp tacos which was ok. Both definitely worth getting.
(5)
Rob B.
The food tasted great, but made my entire family sick. I believe we had undercooked chicken or some kind of bacteria that may have been in the food. We took home the leftovers, and we were sick. I mistakingly thought we just had a 24 hour stomach bug, and ate the leftovers (didn't feed it to family). I was in the bathroom for the next 48 hours. Ruined our vacation. To caveat this review, I have eaten here before and never had any problems. We enjoyed their food. However, this officially ends our visits :(
(1)
John H.
This is a great restaurant. When I find something good I generally stick to it. So here's my Bahama breeze situation. I sit on the outside patio and order the curry chicken dish. It isn't a spicy curry, it's sweet and amazing. The reason for sitting outside is because in the evenings there is always a musician singing a variety of songs while playing the steel drums. It really sets the mood for the restaurant. Prices are very fair for this tourist area, and staff have always been above average. Certainly recommended
(4)
Dee L.
Service was great! Food was excellent! I ordered the carnitas rice bowl. It was way more than I could ever eat & it was very tasty. The firecracker shrimp was a little dry, but I was probably comparing to Bonefish Grill. Drinks were great also.
(5)
K M.
We sat outside and this place had good food. The live music was very loud where we sat but that was our fault. The beef tacos I had were the best and the Cajun shrimp were very good.
(4)
Mark S.
I met some friends for dinner here. We sat outside and there was a live ban playing but the music wasn't overpowering. The waitress was super friendly and very helpful in picking dishes. Coconut shrimp were really good. Very crispy and the shrimp were fresh. The West Indies Chicken Curry was very tasty. Great place for an evening meal to people watch, enjoy the live music, and catch up with old friends.
(4)
Jonathan M.
Good service. Great food quality and nice ambiance if you like the Caribbean feel if things.
(4)
Kim W.
Came here with our family of seven and sat outdoors. The outside menu is less expensive and you are able to enjoy the live music. The music was great- steel pan performer was playing the latests and greatest Caribbean tunes. The appetizers we chose were good. The tortilla soup was a clean and healthy choice and had a nice spicy kick. My mom enjoyed her chowder and the coconut shrimp and beef empanadas were really good. The entrees however were not what we were expecting. The chicken and tostones had nearly no chicken and the ropa vieja was underwhelming. Bahama breeze is more for ambiance. The food is pretty good but there are better choices if you are a foodie.
(3)
Natasha N.
Looooved this place! The ambiance, the island vibes, the live music, the food was delicious (beef empanadas and fried chicken stack) and drinks,and service was amazing!!!!! Alex the best waiter ever!!!!! It was so good, forgot to take a photo of the food!
(5)
Pamela Y.
We have been to many Bahamas Breeze Restaurants before. This is on par with the others. Food is good as is the service. The place has a fun atmosphere but can get real loud! Great drink menu. It's a chain but it is good. Enjoy!
(4)
Justin A.
Try their key lime pie. It's SOOOO good. Also, the strawberry daiquiris are good. It can get busy there around 6PM for dinner, so expect a wait. There is a not-so-busy Bahama Breeze on 8735 Vineland Ave, near I-4 and highway 535.
(4)
Sarah D.
That's right, five stars! Bahama Breeze is easily one of my favorite restaurants. I haven't had a single plate I didn't love here. Favs are the CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP and COCONUT SHRIMP. As if the perfect food wasn't enough, the drinks and atmosphere are the cherry on top. They always have live music (usually featuring steal drums), while you're surrounded by palm trees...it feels like a much cheaper getaway to the Caribbean. I suggest sitting outside to get the whole effect! This is as authentic as chain restaurants get.
(5)
Jonathan C.
Service was good. Perhaps the kitchen was having an off night but 2 entrees came out under cooked. The chicken curry bowl was awful, and I will eat microwave food without complaining but it was bad tasting. Drinks were good.
(1)
Marcell A.
This service and food was excellent. I am allergic to coconut and most of the food had that ingredient in it (duh it's carribean food) but the accommodations and alternative recommendations were on point for a flavorful meal. I will be back when I come down again.
(4)
Wendy K.
We had such a pleasant experience with Donald at the bar in the outdoor area. He has the gift of connecting with his guests while efficiently serving them. If you're lucky, you can also see some Cocktail-style tricks.
(5)
Leslie S.
I suggest ordering a seafood dish. I ordered the shrimp and lobster linguine. It needed salt but had huge pieces of lobster meat.
(3)
Chrissy M.
This place was so awesome! Walked over from the Marriott, very convenient. Ordered the salmon with mango salsa it was so delicious & literally came out like lightning speed! I could not believe it was my food already being served. The fastest service I've ever had in a restaurant. Will definitely go here again any time I'm in Orlando! Tons of fun drinks too that are just as good as well.
(5)
Joshua B.
In town for business, got some steak and it was great! Salad upgrade for 2.50 - pretty substantial!
(5)
Fred T.
Overall, delicious food for an okay price. The service was above average and we had zero wait for a lunch table midweek. === THE GOOD === - The food! I had the Jamaican Jerk Chicken with yellow rice and black beans while my wife had the Fish Tacos with Bahamian Seafood Chowder. We both LOVED our meals and were glad to try something new. While the chicken was a touch on the dry side, the spices were perfect and not overly spicy. - The kids meal we ordered (Bowtie Mac & Cheese) arrived amazingly fast, which one would expect for such an order, but other places seem to think kids have a lot more patience than they really do. - The number of healthy options available was fantastic. Both of our meals came in at the 600-700 calorie range and there were plenty of other options. === THE BAD === - This is borderline bad, but for all the healthy options they have, it's surprisingly difficult to get the info. The mobile site is just okay for this, but their healthy meals are something they should be shouting about, including listing calories on the menu. With so many people looking for healthier options, why make it so difficult to see how many awesome options there are?!
(4)
Christine T.
I actually found this place using the Yelp iPhone app! I was visiting Orlando and am so glad that I tried this place. We tried the Coconut Shrimp, Seafood Paella and Calypso Shrimp Linguine. I must say, as a non-fan of coconut-anything (except coconut water), the dish made me embrace it. Best coconut shrimp ever?! Seriously, if you aren't allergic, GET IT. The portions are pretty hearty and the server was really friendly. If you are in the mood, grab a frozen cocktail, too. They were yummy ;)
(4)
Mike P.
Awesome food! Such a great atmosphere as well. The service at the bar was quick and full of entertainment.
(5)
Brad C.
Forgot to bring the appetizer but all was good because the meal made up for it. Cuban sandwich was good, fish tacos very good. How could you go wrong with some island music a deck while drinking a Pain Killer or Dark and Stormy!!
(4)
William G.
We went here on the recommendation of our cab driver. They have an extensive menu for both food and drinks, and everything was fairly reasonably priced for this type of venue.
(4)
Sara J.
We chose this spot based on the reviews on Yelp. We were not disappointed. I had the Cobb salad and my dining companion had the salmon pasta. Both were delicious. We also had a couple of very tasty frozen margaritas with dinner. Our server, Brandon, was very personable and attentive. There is live music, however the performer that night seemed to be having a difficult time engaging the audience.
(5)
Taylor H.
The food was pretty good however the service was poor. One of our drinks had something in it, and the other one wasn't good.
Well another rubbish place to eat at, undercooked food overpriced,not surprised to find out its owned by the same chain of restaurants Olive Garden and co,I didn't know this at the time, I had turkey burger well it was disgusting just mush in a bun I sent it back and did not trust anything on this menu looking at the family's plates Know one enjoyed the food everything was undercooked/raw I'm glad I saved myself from food poisoning, never again.
(1)
Beth L.
The wait was so long during the weekend. The foods are decent and price are very reasonable. We have a group of 12 people our total was around $300. The pasta portion are huge we had to bag it to go. Overall I would come back again.
(4)
Robyn S.
Was in Orlando for a work convention and decided to take our large group out to dinner. We called ahead to make a reservation and the General Manager, Eric Coleman was extremely helpful in accommodating our large party for dinner. The majority of the table ordered the ribs which everyone raved that they were fall off the bone good! We had 2 servers, one by the name of Ariel who was on top of everything. I wish I would of got the name of the 2nd server but like Ariel, he was great too. Food, service, ambiance and menu are excellent. If you are in the Orlando area for business, this is a must go to spot!
(5)
Amanda M.
I was surprised by how reasonable the prices were here. I order the Hummus for the table at $3.99 and it came with a huge scoop of vegetable hummus, some big flat chips, and some fresh veggies. I enjoyed the hummus and chips, but my mom wasn't a fan. For dinner I order the Buttermilk Fried Chicken Breast, at only $13.95 and it came with 2 chicken breasts with fresh spinach and a few chunks of tomato, on top of mashed potatoes, with some fire roasted corn and beans. SO GOOD and filling with a hint of spice. My boyfriend got the Coconut Shrimp at I believe $16.99 and it came with about 12 shrimp, maybe a few more. He enjoyed it. My mom got their special which was some shrimp with mushrooms and bacon (i think) over cheesy grits. That was really good too, I tasted it. Came with fresh green beans. For dessert we shared the Chocolate Island (I believe it was called) and the moose was out of this world. I don't really eat moose because every time I've tried it I'm never a fan, but this moose was thick and had not only a chocolate flavor but i think there was also carmel flavor going on as well. I was trying ot figure it out and that's the conclusion I came too. I could definitely be wrong. The brownie was just okay. The service was great. She was very friendly and attentive. THe food came out super fast too.
(5)
Julie S.
We ate here for the first time yesterday. It was great! The food was very good and the waitress was very good. I sure hope her boyfriend purposes before they buy a house. Very highly recommended.
(5)
Joyce C.
After a long day of animal kingdom, our group was exhausted and hungry and thankfully we found Bahama Breeze. The service was OK, a little slow and a little disinterested in our table, but the waiter did have the chef come out to help one in our group with gluten free options. Extra points for table side gluten free recommendations! Now to the food... We had plenty of food for the 6 of us. The favorites seemed to be the seafood paella, jumbo crap stack, and the jerk chicken. All the seafood tasted fresh and everything was well seasoned.
(4)
Jeremy L.
Got the coconut shrimp, appetizer and jerk chicken pasta! Both absolutely delicious. The fish tacos were also really great, fresh and portioned nicely
(5)
Dennis P.
We arrived and quickly found a table outside. Great live music and nice outdoor atmosphere. Unfortunately we waited for 15 minutes with dirty dishes on our table. We finally got the attention of someone to help us. She was very helpful. I'm hoping things get better. Our waiter was very friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. I'm looking forward to the food. This food was very good, my compliments to the chef. While we liked our waiter, the service was very slow.
(3)
Scotty M.
Been a while since I've been to a Bahama Breeze - first time to this one for a office meeting / party. Great food & service - had the buttermilk chicken breasts w/ mashed potatoes - yum! Appetizers were great - onion rings, chicken quesadilla were great. Others had ribs, jerk chicken pasta, fish of the day - all were great. Men's room needs to be remodeled - minus one star.
(4)
Yesenia S.
The coconut shrimp was great! A definite must try. The smothered tostones were eh. The rum cake is to die for! So delicious. The service was horrible. Our servers name was R...... and she just seemed out of it. She wasn't attentive left us without silverware and plates for the Appetizers. The drinks took forever to come. The main course came 1 minute after the appetizers. Just an overall mess. She seemed very unorganized and overwhelmed with the amount of tables she had and that is why I am rating 3 stars. I would definitely come back but maybe just for carry out....
(3)
Ricardo F.
This place Is awesome and the service Is super good. The food is full of colors and a lot of flavor. If you are near International Drive you should come here with your love ones.
(5)
Michelle J.
Bahamas Breeze never lets me down. The food was yummy. We shared appetizers. The staff was friendly, the food is consistently good. It was an enjoyable experience for me and my family. PS You can never go wrong with the Ultimate pina colada, hold the coconut shavings
(4)
Aaron T.
Without reading the other reviews on this location, I'd say the highlight of the experience here is the service. Now that, I'm writing this review on Yelp, I can tell that this isn't an anomaly when visiting Bahama Breeze. I was slowly bar crawling my way back to my hotel on International Drive and figured I'd stop here for a drink along the way (with the intent of having only one). After sitting at the bar, my bartender Annette made me a "Dark and Stormy" one of my favorite rum based drinks with ginger beer and a dark rum. Needless to say, I had several more during my stay. I asked if they had a gluten free menu when stopping in. Unfortunately, they did not have a menu. However, Annette at the bar was able to comfort me with how accommodating they are to gluten free. The level of confidence conveyed to me convinced me to stay to have the shrimp and grits. Annette was very knowledgeable with the dish and was able to warn me, and the kitchen of the puree they use that contains wheat so they could accommodate. When the dish was served, it came with fried plantains, from a shared frier, and the dish was immediately brought back to the kitchen without instruction from me. This type of ownership by the staff for customer satisfaction is rare, but this location seems to have it down to a science. During my visit they had live music on steel drums to highlight the Caribbean theme of the establishment. The friendliness of the staff, quality of the food & drink, and ownership for a spectacular customer experience makes this a must stop if you're looking for a good experience. It was great for me and for their business, enticing me to purchase a meal and extending my stay far beyond what I originally expected.
(5)
Peter G.
Great food, fast service---had the Salmon crusted with almonds and it was DELICIOUS. Wife had talipa and was equally as good! Has my recommendation as a place to eat.
(5)
Allison S.
This is my 1st time here friendly service... I'm a huge burger fan & my burger was delicious so much flavor even though i arrived an hour before closing. Most definitely will be coming back...
(5)
Scott B.
Visited here after hanging out at the overcrowded vendor sponsored party next door. Completely loved sitting on the patio having a drink with friends.
(4)
Jari C.
Great customer service, it's a chill environment. No complaints. It gets crowed, but that's because their food is amazing:
(5)
MrsToya A.
OMG food has always been good to me,service also and the wait time no longer than 10 minutes. Always been clean I can't complain that's why they have the 5 stars
(5)
Gene H.
Loved the coconut coated onion rings and the drinks are always refreshing! Something about sitting outside in December enjoying food and drinks and not freezing one's anatomy off is just too cool!
(5)
Daniel L.
The best chain restaurant I have been to hand downs. I am not a fan of chains like Outback Steakhouse, Appelbees, etc. So dining at Bahama Breeze was a pleasant surprise on my vacation. I had the firecracker shrimp tacos and would recommend them to anyone who likes spicy/sweet food. They offer small plate appetizers to share, the conch fritters are delicious. This restaurant caters to seafood lovers, caribbean food lovers, and vegetarians all the same. Everything I tried off the menu was good.
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Walter J.
Was driving up International drive looking for a place to have lunch and we decided to eat at Senior Frogs...unfortunately Senior Frogs does not have an outside area (at least that we could see)... so we decided to eat at Bahama Breeze. Very nice place, great outdoor area. The day we were their in January, it was about 72 degrees out but if it was colder, the area appears to have lots of heaters. My companion and I both had the fish lunch specials, I had Salmon, she had Tilapia. Both were very good. Being on vacation, I also had two pain killer cocktails which were excellent. Very tropical with a very refreshing pineapple taste. We also split the chocolate upside down cake, which was indescribably delicious. Our waiter was a really cool dude, very professional, and very attentive. Funny story, I was sitting by the railing of the outside deck area and all of sudden a kitten jumps up on the deck. Very cute but not expected. The waiter told us that 3 weeks prior an adult cat had shown up and a week later there was 5 kittens. So if you eat outside, look for the cats... Only in Florida! For a nice place to have a lunch outside or even a business meeting inside, Bahama Breeze has good food, delicious deserts, and excellent cocktails!
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Guillermo R.
I've only been here once, but the food was excellent. Prepared right, served quick and my waiter was awesome. I went with some friends and we all had Greatful Deads. The waiter recommended that we try something strong to drink, the drinks were strong but enjoyable. Definitely recommend the 'Greatful Dead' drink if you're there.
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Sasha G.
This place convinced me to have a Caribbean wedding once I actually get married. Partly because I am from the Caribbean but also because Bahama Breeze rocks. Now, I'm not from Florida... perhaps I will finally move out here once I get my sh$t together in NYC but let's see, but I know Florida is NOT the Caribbean. HOWEVER, sitting outdoors at this Bahama Breeze with a live musician jamming out awesome Caribbean beats, singing his rendition of Bob Marley's "we're jamminnnnn, we're jamminnnn," while swaying with his dreadlocks, as you order just ONE more rum punch, or pina colada, or mojito, REALLY gives you the illusion that you're in Barbados or anywhere else in the Caribbean. DIVINE! That being said, Bahama Breeze makes my Caribbean soul truly happy. Now, it also doesn't help that their drinks are packed with a punch and cost about half of what a cocktail of that sort will cost me in Manhattan. OR that it's okay to be "jammingggg" in your seat and no one gives you weird glances because 9/10 times they will be swaying to the beats too. OR that the musician is an ACTUAL musician and not some dude playing the part. Awesome place. Their food is okay. Hence, the deducted star. We ordered the paella (my cousin's idea not mine) and it was merely okay.... paella is not even Caribbean so what do you expect? It was definitely edible so of course we ate but not truly enjoyable. Their coconut shrimp on the other hand.. were great-- sweet and savory, definitely not something you should eat all the time but good nonetheless. Ever in the area, give this place a try! Be sure the weather's perfect, the sun is shining, and you sit outdoors. And give this song a listen: youtube.com/watch?v=oFRb… Jam it out!
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Luke S.
Stopped by for a quick lunch but wasn't overwhelmed with the place. I ordered the grilled salmon, wild rice and sweet potato and to be perfectly honest, I'd eaten better the previous day at Denny's for half the price. I don't think I'd return if I was in the area again.
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Simeon V.
Great location, beautiful interior and nice athmosphere. Burgers and fries could be better, not the best. Other meals are nice such as chipotle beef bowl. Very good service and nice people.
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Ashley M.
Im from Ohio and we dont have one of these where i live so i was excited to try it. I ordered the Jerk chicken wings and my mother ordered some kind of grilled chicken with corn & mashed potatos..she said her food was delicious. For an appetizer we ordered the jerk shrimp which was good and spicy. When my wings came I was kind of suprised because they were HUGE..i ordered the full which had 8 wings..i could have orderes the half plate which is 4 wings because thats all i could eat. The jerk wings were pretty good but not the best..i have a boyfriend from the islands and the Jerk chicken his family makes puts bahama breezes wings to shame. But for a resturaunt they were pretty decent..i just feel that their jerk sauce lacked depth and flavor. Other than that we had great service and a great waiter. I would go back..
(4)
Davies M.
The rum cake was great, I came here two days within a week for it coz in all fairness it you will literally crave for it after tasting. I had taco trio for my entry, the Tacos were so fresh, I asked for darkened Mahi Mahi, it was tenderly prepared. My aha moment was the huge size of these Tacos, they were so filling. I ordered soup as my side the whole meal was a struggle to finish. I give Bahamas breeze 5 because the of the food, the ambiance both inside and outdoor sitting plus the live band.... Next time iam in Florida, Bahamas breeze is the place to be....
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Casey S.
The food is quite good, however the service is extremely slow and quite disorganized. It took over an hour to get our check.
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Erin C.
Visiting from Ca read the yelp reviews and decided to try. It was yummy!!! Drinks are awesome, the piña colada was delicious and one if the best I ever had! We got the empanadas and coco shrimp. Both good just wish the shrimp had better sauce and more of a coconut taste. I got the mahi mahi tacos which were yummy and the hubby got shrimp and grits which he enjoyed. They had music outside but we sat inside bc there was a private party taking up a lot of patio space. Yes we will eat here again!
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Marjorie K.
Love coming to this restaurant. We make it a point of coming to this restaurant every time we come to Orlando. The tostones and jerk chicken are delicious. We never have a long wait when we come. The serving sizes are huge. You will not be disappointed!
(5)
Scott B.
Food was outstanding! Their house vinaigrette was da bomb! Best house dressing ever. And you MUST have a slice of authentic house made Key Lime Pie. Doesn't get much better. Oh and our server, Eric, was awesome!
(4)
Rachael L.
My boyfriend & I walk in at 11:02, one of the first people there (there was only one other group) well as we're getting walked to our seat there was a table right behind us with the napkins and silverware wrapped up but you could see the crumbs and all still on the table but it was supposed to be "clean" yuck! so we sit down and I look over to my right and on the window seal are two what I thought was dead flies, but no.. one was still trying to fly around. then a third fly came over to join. disappointed because this location is the best we've been too in size, parking, they have an oyster bar unlike any other but it was so gross dinning next to three flies!!! oh & they took the butter milk chicken sliders off the menu as an appetizer because they were the "least popular" very very upsetting!!!
My husband and I went to Bahama Breeze while in Orlando for a mini-vacation. We ended up here after hopping around the places on International Drive. We were seated right away, and I ordered a Bahama Mama and my husband had a mojito. Both drinks were really good. I'm not sure about the pricing... I know they have a late-night happy hour but I don't remember if we made it for that or not (I said we were bar hopping, didn't I?). Our server was really, really friendly... Like, telling-us-a-lot-of-info overly friendly. Not inappropriate info, but I don't usually want to know the life story of my server. Anyway, it was all coming from a good place, so we were okay with it. I liked that we weren't rushed, even though we only ordered a couple drinks. We didn't eat, so no comments on food this time. It was a good experience, and I would consider returning here next time I'm in the area.
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Lindsay R.
I got the jerk chicken pasta it was delicious! My husband got the ribs and they were the best we have ever had! The drinks were yummy- kinda weak, but tastes good. Average prices a little on the higher side for what you get. We would def go back though!!!!!!
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Quawnie M.
Jerk chicken wings off the chain. Glad they had a kids menu, the ambiance didn't look kid friendly. Server seemed frazzled, kept forgetting my booster seat.
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Melissa M.
Food was delicious, hot, filling. Service was also great, very attentive for a week night. Had the white sangria (ok, tasted more orange than mango), firecracker shrimp (delicious and plentiful), and jerk chicken pasta light portion (lots of flavor, perfect portion). We also sat outdoor on patio where there was live music, great atmosphere, fits Orlando setting. Recommend for a dinner outside the parks.
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Joe N.
If your lucky enough to have Sheri wait on you, you'll be taken care of. Visited orlando for a week and went to restaurants twice per day. Best service by far. Ordered shrimp and lobster quesadillas..very good.
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Suzee Q.
Simple, uncomplicated lunch was had for one. I sat outside near the gazebo as a musician played the steel drums. Service was efficient and friendly. Seated quickly. Nabbed a waitress to place my order. She checked on me and refilled my water in a timely way. The lunch special price was decent. I had the lobster/shrimp quesadilla with a Caesar side salad. Nothing extra special but good and filling.
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Amber E.
Fun, island-style patio w/ tiki torches, live music, tropical drinks, and assortment if chicken, fish, beef and pasta entrees and variety of apps. The steel drummer tonight was really good.
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Corey F.
I've probably been 6 times, about half at this location. I took my twins (7yrs.) old and made sure we sat outside for the reggae entertainment. I love the cuban but many other dishes as well.
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Mattie W.
I love the feel! As soon as you walk into the place, your body relaxes just a little and time seems to slow down. I like to go here with a group, everyone order something different, and play pass the plate. Two of my favorite menu items - sweet corn cakes and the warm banana bread dessert. Oh my goodness!
(5)
Lawanna N.
Drinks 2 and a half stars Food 4 stars Service 12 stars thanks to ileana the waitress and Eric GM Had the shrimp and grits delicious! Great way to spend my lil sister bday dinner on our first night in Orlando! Thank you
(5)
Julie G.
The dining experience was great here. We had excellent service and the food was great. I had this colorful frozen cocktail drink that was very fruity and delicious. What was even better was that they gave you an extra shot of tequila. First time trying Conch. Got the Conch fritter and they were pretty damn good. But of course everything is good when they are deep fried. The coconut shrimp were the best I ever had. Would stop by here again if I am ever in town.
(5)
Nicholas C.
Great atmosphere. I came here during my vacation in Orlando, FL with a large group, I'd say 18 people and the service was great. The food and drinks were phenomenal and by far one of the best restaurants I've went to in Orlando.
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Megan C.
Really, really good food! No MSG which is awesome, and everything seems to be pretty generally okay for you. Their frozen drinks are the bomb, and the service is always pretty good. The wait time isn't normally too long, but the area where guests wait to give the host their name or ask questions is sometimes a mess.
(5)
Andrada C.
I could not leave Florida without leaving a review for this place. I miss the grilled chicken with the cilantro crema and the pan seared salmon. This is an awesome place which i highly recommend The atmosphere is great especially at night when they play live music...one of the best places to visit while in Orlando!
(5)
Kyle H.
I ate here on vacation once, and let me just say, when I come back to this area, I will definitely go here again. The food was excellently prepared and the Service was excellent. The restaurant was very clean also. I had a very good experience, and you will too.
(5)
Gigi R.
Visited this location instead of the Lake Buena Vista one because that one is located right next to the outlets and across from Disney. From my past experience that one is always packed with tourist and incredibly busy. Arrived at 4pm on a Saturday before the dinner rush so the restaurant was moderately filled instead packed to the brim. We were seated immediately and ordered a pina colada. We thought the glasses would be larger like 16 oz but they were relatively petite sizes 8 oz. Ordered: Beef empanadas: Handmade pastries filled with savory beef and potatoes. Sweet Peruvian Corn Cakes: Freshly baked, served with roasted pineapple salsa and butter. The pineapple salsa was a jam consistency and was very savory and sweet. Mojo-Marinated Pulled Pork: Slow-roasted, served over sweet plantains with our signature sweet and smoky barbecue sauce I love plantains. Add bbq sauce and I was in heaven. Jerk Chicken Pasta Jerk Chicken Pasta Sliced jerk chicken breast, fresh asparagus and mushrooms tossed in a Parmesan cream sauce with bow-tie pasta. The cream sauce was nice and savory. I wished the plate had more asparagus. It seemed like it was two strings of asparagus that they chopped into a quarter size. Overall the meal was delicious and I enjoyed it very much.
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Pradeepa K.
Usual one but the seating is not that great.
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S W.
Hats off, this was a good place for our group. Service was very good, food was very good, we didn't have to wait. I'd go back.
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Kelley J.
I am a huge fan of this restaurant; The food had amazing flavor, looks great, definitely a five for the food. The waiter was very friendly and helpful, and I could hear the other staff members laughing and talking with guests, so five for them as well. The restaurant itself was nice, it looked clean and organized. The only downs to this place was the wait; and even that didn't take as long as expected, only about 10 minutes. The other was they got the receipt wrong, but it was a minor mistake with the sides. Overall, great place and it's highly recommended, especially for families!
(5)
Rashad C.
Brilliant drinks and food!!
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Zombie D.
Our family went out here on a Monday night and we all had a great experience with everything from the wait staff down to the food. Here's what we ordered: chipotle beef bowl, sirloin steak with mashed potatoes, fire shrimp with onion rings, and grilled chicken with salad. My chipotle beef bowl was phenomenal and had very tasty seasonings. The wife loved the sirloin steak. The kids are picky eaters so it's hard to gauge them but the onion rings, salad (especially whatever dressing they use), and grilled chicken were very tasty. I can't give you a gauge on the shrimp because I don't eat seafood but it looked pretty fresh. Our waiter was great and the food came out quickly even with the restaurant being as packed as it was. What I liked the best about our waiter was that he actually knew everything about the food. Like he could tell you what each dish tasted like very descriptively and which ones were his favorites. In our area that's not very common. Overall the family agreed that we would come here again on our next trip down. Prices were good as well.
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Sheila Z.
Had a delicious lunch of fish tacos!! Pina coladas are outstanding!!! Great waiter, too!
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Manuel H.
The service was above average Jamaican Jerk Chicken was good the spices were perfect and not to spicy.Great place to eat on International Drive
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Patrick M.
3.5 - good clean restaurant but not the BEST. The food, drinks, and service are all ok but not top notch. I would go again - just not top of list. Very clean restaurant, easy to get, easy parking, and they often have live outdoor music as well. Good family restaurant.
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Lisa G.
Were back. Thank you for the gift card Amex ! Early Dinner and drinks. . No wait. Were eating inside today. The aromas are enticing.Sheri Johnson was our server, very pleasant and knowlegeable .The general manager also stopped by to say hello.
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John J.
First time experiencing a Bahama Breeze Restaurant and I am very happy with our choice. Food and service was excellent. Nice menu with plenty of great choices We tried the beef empanadas which were good but I am partial because they couldn't compare to my own. The chicken tortilla soup brought me back to my childhood when my grandmother used to make her chicken soup. As my main course I had the Carnitas bowl which had great flavors and a nice spicy kick from the chorizo. Eric, one of the managers checked in with us and stayed chatting for several minutes about the restaurant and food. Thanks for an awesome experience.
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Leena C.
Went in for dinner after a long day at universal studios. The server was personable and friendly, and the freshness of the fruit salad (forgot the exact name) along with their frozen tropical margarita was just what I needed after all the junk food at the theme park. We also had some appetizers, and I really liked their coconut shrimp with sweet and tangy sauce! Definitely better than some of your ordinary restaurant chains.
(5)
Mike S.
I like the sweet Caribbean flavors! Nothing over the top amazing, but nice to have an "island" tasting food for a change. The flatbread was typical, the onion rings and dip sauce were really good(probably best onion ring i've ever had), the jerk wings were ok. I got the Chef's special for the day which was sea scallops on Peruvian corn cakes with a nice sweet cream sauce. It made me like scallops again, well done chef. The slaw it came with was weak. Still i believe i had the best dish out of anyone. Decent atmosphere and island style. NOT great. We went for office lunch, and had 11 people, and our servie was ON POINT. I'd go back, but wish they had some beef options. Everything was fish, shrimp, or chicken. Get it Jerked you jerk!
(3)
Rafael Dagoberto P.
30 minutes waiting for someone to come to our table in the outside área! Horrible service.
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Mandy C.
It is one of the better chain restaurants I have eaten at but there is a reason I try to avoid the mainstream chains...they just never impress me even when the food is okay/good. Since the one in Birmingham closed, I always seem to wish for the kabab salad and pepper stuffed appetizer. So when in Orlando recently looking for a house, I thought here is my chance to eat where I miss in Birmingham. Well I can stip thinking about this place now and realize that I haven't missed anything by it closing down in Bham. Frist I would like to say the goat cheese stuffed red peppers are still on the menu and still good. BUT the chicken kabob salad is no longer in existence. SO I WAS MAJORLY UPSET and settled on something I wasn't thrilled about. And it is definitely overpriced for the quality of food offerred. But it is worth mentioning that the atmosphere is great and staff pleasant. So if you like chains this is one worth trying.
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Gjuana W.
I love this place! Me and my fiance make it a must to come here a few times a month to sit outside at the bar and enjoy an ultimate pina colada and bahamarita (plus many others but those are our favorites). Even through my pregnancy I've been in and out to have a virgin version of my favorites. They have a steel drummer who sings and takes your experience to another location. Feels like I'm vacationing when I don't live too far away! It does get very busy around nights in the summer and close to holidays though, which when dining (especially inside) can become a negative when it comes to extremely long waits to order and receive your food. However, the food is always delicious and made to request every time.
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Patricia R.
My friend and I shared the seafood paella which has tilapia, shrimp, scallops, mussles, chicken and sausage tangled in with yellow rice and peas. It was a huge plate. If one person was eating it, there would be leftovers for the next meal. Talk about a burst of flavor in your mouth. We also shared the firecracker shrimp which became their favorite of the night.
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Ricky H.
It was our first time here, and we will definitely be going back. I recommend the shrimp & lobster quesadillas and the adobo chicken tacos! The food was great and the service as well!
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Shelly W.
Thoroughly enjoyed this restaurant. The atmosphere, food, and service was great. I had the Cesar salad and shrimp and lobster quesadillas. Delicious. Also had the spicy mango mojito. Initially it didn't have enough heat, but they gave more in a glass, added it to my drink and it was GREAT! Would definitely go back.
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Rich G.
Rolled in to BB on the eve of a big convention down the road that I was attending. The place was pretty full of convention goers so we grabbed a booth in the bar area. This is a mega sized restaurant, think a small mall devoted to bar food . One cool feature of the restaurant is that does have a full wrap around outside patio and separate bar facing International Blvd. The service was attentive and they served up exactly what you would expect from a joint in this category. Three of us shared a few items as it was late and we had all just arrived from 3 different parts of the world. Tostones with Chicken Thick slices of home-fried plantains layered with chicken, sweet peppers, mushrooms, onions and cheese, topped with fresh tomato salsa. Basically nachos, sub plantains for chips. This was pretty tasty. Caesar Salad Self explanatory, romaine, classic Caesar, croutons and Parmesan cheese. A bit too much dressing. Warm Chocolate Pineapple Upside down Cake- Very Sweet and very rich. Good for a couple of bites. As mentioned above the staff, were all very friendly and professional and the food came out on time. You can tell they are used to be busy and handle the crowds well. I would not seek a place like this out normally, but given the area and proximity to the convention center and hotels, they do a nice job at BB and I would eat there again. 3.5 stars
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Theresa N.
LOVE LOVE LOVE this place! My husband and I are in town for a business conference and we saw this place while driving by, it didn't look crowded and we were quite hungry so we pulled in! Well, they were pretty crowded after all but the host said it would only be 30 minutes so we decided to wait in the bar because they had live music and it was a guy singing reggae and playing the steel drums... I LOVE this type of music! A table in the bar opened up as we walked in so we decided to just stay in the bar and order from there (after all, we were pretty hungry!) We started with a cocktail and their homemade chips and salsa. Island themed Rum Drinks -Yum! Homemade chips and salsa - Yum! For dinner I ordered the grilled chicken with Cilantro Crema sauce (so good I asked for an additional side of the sauce!) and it came with mashed potatoes and roasted corm with 3 types of melted cheese. My husband ordered Creole Shrimp and ate every last bite. More Yum! For dessert we shared a rum cake and guess what? More Yum!
I just saw a roach on the wall next to my seat while I was eating. I give a 3 because the place is still amazing as well as the food. They just need to tighten up on cleanliness
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Daniel L.
Seriously can't decide if I prefer Olive Garden or Bahama Breeze in the Darden family. Guess it depends on my mood. First things first, if you like Barbancourt Rhum, you can get it here, although why you'd mix it in a drink is beyond me. Sip it, like a fine whiskey. Staff was friendly and efficient, which is sometimes hard to find in Orlando. Food came out quickly, nice and hot. I had the Carnitas rice bowl - Spanish style pork, chorizo sausage, corn, plantains, and yellow rice. Excellent dish!! I looked at the other dishes passing my table and everything looked good. Beware this location when it's raining, though. The roof leaks in several places in the restaurant. We were there during a typical central Florida deluge and the poor staff was throwing down side towels trying to keep the water at bay in the passageway to the bathrooms. They told us the shop is going through a $2 million renovation to solve the leaky roof. Bathroom was clean and hot water was available, always good signs. Prices are about average for the area. If you want something a little different but still want a chain restaurant experience, this is the place for you. Food served up with island flair.
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Toby L.
We have eaten here several times and have always have a great time. The atmosphere is very relaxed and the food is delicious. If you are visiting the area, this tropical paradise is what you would expect to see. If possible eat outside on the deck and enjoy the steel drums.
(5)
Zac H.
I love this place for everything it is. BB brings you to the islands with the tropical atmosphere, live music and authentic cuisine. This place is one of my favorites.
(5)
Chelle P.
I'm glad I didn't pay for last night's meal. The one man show was the best part of the meal. The food / service ---- I was not impressed at all. This is about the 3rd visit and the worse by far. The greeters were not that friendly. The food was bland , sloppy, and overcooked. The tastiest item that we had were the conch fritters, and I actually dont even care for conch. I had the fish tacos , the pieces of fish stayed too long on the grill, the black beans and rice were interesting. It was yellow rice with black beans on the bottom. I forgot black beans even came with it ! Friends had : the daily special ( salmon and shrimp with a huge sloppy serving of goopy sweet potatoes) - jerk chicken (when since jerk chicken is a breast only?). I am still trying to figure out the gooey , sloppy, sweet potatoes that came with their meals. Well, at least my son was happy -- he loved the mushy potatoes! :) I should have gone to Bonefish Grill or even Red Lobster ! ;0
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Lance S.
Food was great! Server was very helpful and catered to the kids beautifully....even though it was lunch and busy. We will be back to enjoy the food and atmosphere again! Thanks for a great lunch!
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Jared V.
I've always had excellent service when I came here, and the food has been prepared well. I was in the area anyway (would otherwise not attempt to go to an I-Drive establishment) and stopped in because I had been here before. I got attentive, fast service after being seated immediately. The hummus app is really tasty. They have standard, boring beer on tap. They used to have Widmer Hefeweizen on tap, but not this time. They didn't have Sam Adams Summer seasonal on tap either, but they had it in a bottle. The wife got a salad which she said was excellent, and I got a cuban sandwich with fries. The fries were outstanding. Really, some of the best fries I have ever had. I've had better cubans but I was in the mood for it and it hit the spot.
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Melissa R.
We went before a Conference and made reservations for 26 people but when we showed up they said they don't take reservations. They sat us at 4 different tables and tried to make the best of it. My food was just ok but other people in my group really enjoyed it. Service was good too.
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Barrie Q.
We stopped in for dinner whilst on vacation in the area. Despite not booking, a booth table was found for us quite quickly. John was our waiter and when asked, he helpfully suggested a few dishes we might consider. He listened to what size if dishes as well as type of ingredient before pointing out the a couple of appetisers. They were delicious and just the right quantity of food Substitutions for the main course was similarly no problem and so I had the baby ribs and garlic mash. Both were delicious. Service was prompt and courteous. The only tiny criticism, if you could count it was our server forgot a glass of water, but apologised and brought it straight over when reminded. The restaurant was busy, so it's understandable. All in all, great service, good food and a pleasant atmosphere.
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JoAnna D.
I'm beginning to lose faith in Bahama Breeze. After several good - and some great - experiences at BB, I had a disappointing experience at the Wayne, NJ location.* And now, I've had another letdown in Orlando. I came here on a Sunday night with my mom & aunt, around 8:30pm. There was a 45 minute wait, but that's about the norm in Orlando. We were seated in a booth, put in our order, & relaxed. The three of us waited around 45 minutes after ordering, without seeing our waitress or getting any food. Other families & larger groups were seated, ordered, & began eating at the tables around us. Our conversation slowly died down as we couldn't hear each other over our grumbling stomachs. I ordered fish, and my mom & aunt both ordered pasta, so how could those dishes be taking so long? Our waitress passed our table, caught my eye, & did a double take. She ran off without saying another word. Minutes later, she came back to the table with a big loaf of bread & sincere apologies. "I don't know what's going on. Something happened in the kitchen ... a big mixup ... please take this bread while you wait, on the house. I'm so sorry!" About 15 minutes later, our food arrived. My fish was overcooked, and a bit burnt on one end, but there was no time to complain because I was starving! We opted against dessert because after our long wait for entrees, it was long past 10pm & we were getting tired. We didn't expect dinner to be a 2.5 hour ordeal - with 90 of those minutes spent waiting. If it wasn't for our kind waitress, I may have given this experience one star. She knew something got screwed up, whether it was her mistake or the kitchen's issue, but she did her best to make up for it. I love the food & atmosphere at Bahama Breeze, but, unfortunately, I will probably think twice before coming here again the next time I'm in Orlando. ______________ * yelp.com/biz/bahama-bree…
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Brad K.
I know it's a tourist type place. But the atmosphere is really nice. The food is always on the higher quality end and very tasty. Service was excellent. Prices very reasonable. What can I say. Even though I'm not a tourist, I really enjoyed this dining experience and would definitely go back. Side note: It gets really really busy for dinner here. So go early or expect to wait 1+ hours.
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Miko L.
I arrived at this location around 5:30 pm on November 1st 2014 . I decided to take my wife here for our anniversary . We were met by a very charming and polite young man outside of the establishment . Now upon entering my wife and I became very upset at the fact that the waiters and host made very rude comments. ( as if we we could not hear them) . The host did not want to seat us and made attempts to pass us on to someone else why laughing about it. My wife was very upset and it almost ruined our outting. The women who seated us displayed a very disrespectful attitude and rushed us to our seats. Once at our seat we were met by a very nice woman who began to serve us. My wife insisted that we leave and we did. I would never come to this place of business again it was very unprofessional and it seemed as if the costumers concerns and approval of the services rendered where not much of a concern to the staff. I felt as if we were being rushed.
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Jen L.
Food was good, but mojito was NOT the best... Try another drink. Nice family atmosphere so everyone can enjoy.
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Shawn J.
Always good food and service. Found new great drink "The Painkiller"! Jerk chicken is great, so is the buttermilk fried chicken. The Aruba Red beer is always a treat. I wish they hadnt changed the Creole baked goat cheese though. It is now smaller and with large tortillas instead of the little toast. Someone must have found another $1 in profit there.
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Y. Abigail H.
Bahama Breeze... I came here with a large group during my week in Orlando last year. I had a pretty good experience! The wait was rather long, but it was ok because I had good company around me and we waited outside on the deck. I guess it must be a popular place, because it seemed very touristy. Nonetheless I still enjoyed my visit here. The restaurant has a very casual feel to it and it made it easier to relax and enjoy the meal. I ordered ribs and it was so delish! Good sauce on the ribs and the ribs was tender, fall of the bone type of tender! Also, They had coconut onion rings. I laaahve onion rings! And I laaahve coconuts, so the combo was terrific! (Yum, I am actually craving some as I type this review, my mouth is salivating... ; )) Honestly, I would definitely try to return here next time I am in Orlando. They are awesome!
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Heidi B.
After hearing a lot of great things about Bahama Breeze, I was honestly very excited to get to try out this chain for myself. Unfortunately, my experience was less than stellar. Because it happened to be a Sunday afternoon, we decided to start off by ordering a few alcoholic beverages. I had a refreshing mojito and my partner in crime had a caribbean zombie. We both agreed that our drinks were delicious, and I do admit that I wouldn't mind going back and having another mojito again someday soon. It was really the quality of the food at Bahama Breeze that I was not impressed with at all. Although the menu is very diverse and the descriptions of all of the menu items sounded delicious, the curry chicken rice bowl that I ordered tasted bland. Additionally, the amount of food in my rice bowl (especially for a dinner menu item) was less than expected, which is always great when you're starving. And after having a bite of the cuban sandwich that my bf ordered, I realized that it wasn't just my bad luck. His sandwich tasted cheap, flavorless, and hastily made as well. I do have to comment, however, that our service at the restaurant was fine, and also that our drinks were delicious. But really, what is the point in going to a restaurant if the food isn't good?
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B A.
The service at this location is mediocre. I ordered two alcoholic drinks, the tropical storm and a skinny margarita. Both drinks were horrible very watered down tasted like melted ice as soon as I received them. I also ordered the grilled Jamaican jerk chicken and there was no sauce. I mean it just came out as grilled chicken and I know what jerk chicken tastes like and that wasn't it. Well at least the mashed potatoes were good. The service wasn't so good I guess because there was so many people there. I can say the best thing about this place was the performer.
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Adriana A.
So my fiance wanted to take me to dinner and walk around International Drive, we decided to eat at Bahama Breeze. I really enjoyed the laid back atmosphere. We sat outside on the patio area and it was very cozy. There was a performer tonight, not sure of his name but he played the steel drums and sang. I will say the menu is too big, way too many choices... it was a bit overwhelming. Once we decided what to eat, the food came quickly and it was very very good. My tips are be prepared to be overwhelmed a little by the menu and also since it is on International Drive, it was rather pricey, but it's to be expected in a tourist area such as I Drive. Over all I liked it and I'm sure we will be back.
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Crystal O.
We came here after looking at resturants on Yelp. Being on our honeymoon and from CA we gave this place a shot. Half-off apps after 10PM also helped. We had Justin as our server and he was excellent!! Gave us recommendations on both food and drinks. We tried (over 3 visits) Fried Chicken Sliders, Onion Rings, Spinach & Artichoke Dip, Warm Goat Cheese, Firecracker Shrimp and Jerk Wings......All delish...We also tried the burgers. Served on toasted brioche bun, so good!!! Wishing we had one of these close to us.
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Michelle C.
A couple of my friends and I decided to dine at Bahama Breeze on July 4th. We were able to be seated almost immediately after entering the establishment. Our waiter was super attentive and he took the time to describe some of their special menu items and also suggested a few cocktails to try. We ended up ordering conch fritters, yuca fries, and stuffed tomatoes for appetizers. I also ordered the Parrot Passion cocktail. Conch Fritters were really good. Nicely fried exterior and the conch had a good chew to it. There was also a sweet and tangy dipping sauce for that. Yuca fries were delicious. The yuca is fried in truffle oil and it comes with a tomato-based dipping sauce. Stuffed tomatoes were served cold. There was a medley of different veggies from corn to garbanzo beans to green beans all stuff into a tiny tomato. It was very light and refreshing; a definite good choice for vegetarians or people who are counting calories. The Parrot Passion Cocktail was nice. It had a good amount of alcohol in it. It tasted very lemony and fruity in general; comes with a garnish of lime. For the entrees, I ordered the Coconut Shrimp and the Jerk Chicken Pasta. The coconut shrimp is a house specialty and it was definitely very tasty. The breading was light and crunchy; it seems to be served with the same dipping sauce as the conch fritters. The Jerk Chicken Pasta had a nice kick to it from the jerk seasonings but it was well balanced by the cream sauce in the pasta. Everything tasted pretty good. The small plate appetizers were all around $5-7 dollars a plate. The entrees are from $10-20 depending if you are ordering a burger or a fish.
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Vicky C.
While the atmosphere was cool and food was good after we had to return our seafood chowder to have it hot to eat....service is slow at best, other servers waited on us more than our original server who was all over the Restuarant . Management needs to manage
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Adam G.
I've always enjoyed my time at Bahama Breeze. Whether at the bar or at a table, I've never had a problem with the staff. My previous trips were years before I discovered Yelp, so I'd say that my experience this weekend shows consistency throughout the years. First off, they were playful and attentive to our requests for our daughter. Always a huge plus. A small fruitcup with several grapes and several slices of pineapple is fine. The chicken tenders were good, nice crunchy breading and a generous amount of fries. The wife's burger was perfectly cooked, tasty, though the 2 slices of bacon left something to be desired (tiny). I had the carnita rice bowl. Roasted pork, sauteed sausage, corn, sweet plaintains on yellow rice. A good lunch portion and I was satisfied. It was all nicely cooked, but the plaintains sold it for me. The highlight for me was really the beef empanadas. I love empanads and will try them anywhere. These were perfectly cripsy without being greasy, great seasoned meet and the potatoes inside were finaly diced and soft. The only real disappointment for me was the spicy mango mojito. For $8, I'd like a decent drink. The entire glass was filled to the rim with crushed ice, so there really wasn't much to drink, neither was it spicy. Little hint of mango and no hint of mint. It was more like a margarita. So I siwtched to the Aruba Red after that and I was good. Towards the time we were leaving, the guy had just gotten outside on the steel drums doing a little Hotel California. The guy could play. I'd love to have been there during warmer and less windy weather to enjoy the music.
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Kristen L.
Not bad at all for a chain restaurant. I love any where that I can eat outside. This location has three outdoor patios and outdoor bar/waiting area. We went around 6:30pm and beat the crowd. When we left at 8pm it was packed. We sat on the Sunset patio around the back and it was quieter. The front patio had loud music and was pretty lively. The service was friendly but not really with it. Every time an order came out a server just walked around the patio asking whose food it was. Our server was very nice but fairly slow, especially with drink refills. The fresh fish was pretty good. But they forgot my side dish and then it didn't come out until I was already done with my fish. The pricing here was also a bit cheaper than some of the other restaurants with fresh fish. Really not bad overall.
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Sarah K.
Stopped here for dinner one night while vacationing with my family in Orlando, and was not disappointed! We dined with a party of 5 and all of us absolutely loved our experience here. The restaurant was huge, and completely packed, something we took as a good sign, but also were skeptical about how long we would have to wait to be seated. We were pleasantly surprised to get seated immediately, at a large table outside on their deck. Our server was very fun and friendly, something we appreciate that isn't always easy to find anymore. He was attentive and polite, and helped to really make our experience a good one. We started off each ordering a different drink from their drink menu, and each of us loved our choice. I really enjoyed the pina colada/margarita drink, and only wish it would've come in a bigger glass. It didn't take us long to get our meals, which was surprising due to how packed the restaurant was, and we all were very happy with how each of our dishes tasted. You definitely won't leave this place feeling hungry, as the portion sizes are huge. Really loved the food, service, and atmosphere of this place and will be returning on our next trip to Orlando!
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Suzie H.
Bomb Cuban sandwich! The ahi tuna and yuca fries were also good I've had better but four stars for the sandwich! It was one of the best I've had.
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Amanda R.
This restaurant was right across from our hotel and the huge covered patio with live music looked inviting, so we stopped in for dinner and drinks. Didn't realize it was a chain until we got there and there were photos on the menu - a bad sign! Our server seemed miserable (understandable since the patio was very busy and he was probably overworked) and none of the 3 employees we talked to seemed to understand what gluten was. Drinks were weak and food was rather bland. Pulled pork app was cold, chicken tostones had very little meat. This ended up being the most expensive and least satisfying meal of our trip, kind of like a Caribbean-themed TGI Friday's - definitely a generic tourist/family spot. Go further down the street to Pointe Orlando for some great, non-touristy options!
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Patty W.
I LOVE! The atmosphere makes me feel like I should be at the beach dipping my toes in the sand and having a fruity drink. The calypso music makes that very welcoming while it plays in the background. The drinks are ridiculous. I had a bahamarita and a sunset beverage, which are addicting. We shared the corn cakes for our appetizer and it came with a mango salsa and butter to top them with. Yum. I settled for the Cuban sandwich, which consisted of ham, roast pork, salami, Swiss cheese, with mayonnaise. This sandwich usually is with mustard instead of mayo, but I definitely am sticking with the mayo from now on. It tastes so much better. Of course, the portion of black beans and yellow rice as well as fries for the sides was a lot. I was lucky enough to take half of the sandwich back to the hotel for leftovers. Our waitress was really sweet and she gave us excellent recommendations on what to order. What a beautiful time!
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Steven C.
It looked pretty neat from outside, but a basic restaurant inside. The mixed drinks were very good but kinda small. The food wasn't any better then any other restaurant. Enjoyed the steel drum musician. As a tourist it was fun to experience once, but I wouldn't go back regularly
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Caberia S.
I was very impressed with the service and the food was great. I hope there's one in Chicago. Great atmosphere, this is a hot spot!
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Annie R.
Very enjoyable experience. Ordered Beef Empanadas for appetizers and I loved them especially with fruit salsa. Enjoyed the Jerk Chicken Pasta and was so happy that they have an option of the lighter portion, which was large. It was great. My husband who likes very spicy food ordered Chicken Curry Rice bowl. It was not spicy enough for him and chutney was served on top. It would have been better for him to have the chutney on the side to keep it from being so sweet. We definitely will go back
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Ann J.
Waited 45 min. For table, was seated then manager asked us to switch tables and was complemented to two free appetizers . Was worth the wait .
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Jim S.
Had lunch here today and ordered the coconut shrimp that many Yelpers have recommended. All I can say is wow, you guys have good taste. I may eat here one more time before I leave town just for that item. I also really liked the casual Caribbean vibe and our cute and super nice server Rebecca. Don't miss this place if you're in the area.
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Chris M.
The service was good ... that's about all I have to say.
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Jonathan M.
Service was poor. Food is pretty good for the price. The ribs we're fall off the bone tender. Good ribs but not great ribs. Our entrees came out before our appetizer. Our waiter was very nice but very forgetful on a lot of things. If your in the mood for a moderately priced island themed chain restaurant then this is your place.
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Cynthia H.
We ate here during our vacation. We were pleasantly surprised. The food was very good, especially the coconut shrimp and the key lime pie. The service was excellent. We will definitely eat there again the next time we are in town.
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Anna T.
The baby back ribs is so big and tasty! Good for two girls to eat, add one fruit salad. Lemonade is kind of cocktail style, tastes good.
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Slowsteady S.
Good Carribean food especially the jerk chicken wings. And the carribean sunrise to quench your thirst! Conveniently located near the outlets & lots of hotels. Paella was mediocre.
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Brian I.
This place was the last meal before flying back to europe after a good vacation. And the place was fit for a farewall meal.. Just really good food... Good and kind service and i love the relaxed atmosthere inside.. Try the coconut shrimps; they are soooo good Hoping to come back.
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M C.
Was at this location while in town for family event and ate here twice for a lunch and a dinner. The service was great on both occations. The food was delicious and portioned correctly for the price. If you want to eat a meal in a place that will provide you a nice ambiance that is not quite upscale, but definitly not as casual as "Dennys" then this is your place. Take advantage of the "free" valet parking...
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M A.
The hostess was not friendly, but our waitress was awesome. The cuban black bean soup was excellent, but the banana plantains were ripe. My friend from Jamaica said they were no good. The waitress did not charge me for the meal, but I had higher hopes for this place. I would say it is hit or miss.
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Joselyn Y.
Before coming to this location, I had no idea that Bahama Breeze was a chain, despite there one being in MA, which is where I live! My sister and I came to this place after coming out of wonder works and feeling oh-so-hungry. So naturally, we consulted Yelp! And what a place! Omg we got the Jamaican jerk chicken wings, grilled chicken with creme de cilantro, and the salmon with pasta sauce and creme sauce and everything was amazing. The Jamaican jerk wings came out fast and omggg, so so good! They were large wings and were cooked just right. Also, our waiter was awesome, he seemed friendly and peppy and was still that way even after we interuptted him to let him know we knew what Yuuca was (I felt bad about coming off as being rude so I left a 20% tip but man, hunger is terrible). Anyway, our waiter gave me some suggestions for drinks that I could get and at Bahama Breeze, they don't play around. After 2 drinks I was like what?! In Boston, for $8 a drink they water that down for you! But anyway, our food was excellent as was the service (when our food came out someone who looked like a chef gave us our food and was happy at what we ordered). My pasta with salmon was simply amazing-- its been too long since I had a good pasta/salmon combo. I left buzzed and happy with my sister as my sober driver (lol?) and we noticed the sign on the door as we left urging customers to please not drive drunk (the sign even said that the mangement would find a way to get you home-- thats really saying something!). Overall, really, really loved this place and can't WAIT to try the one in MA when the chance comes up.
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Candace W.
Great drinks, great food, great place! They have so many good choices on the menu. Now, i only have one bone to pick with this place, its on i drive so it gets crazy packed around dinner time, i usually get take out. But if i have the time to sit down to eat, it delivers. I'm not the outdoorsy type, so i prefer to sit inside, but its nice when the band is playing. My favorites: Coconut shrimp.. crack Jamaican jerk wings Empandas Tropical chicken salad Chocolate Pineapple upside cake; AMAZING!!!! This place will forever take my money
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Emari H.
Blah... We got a recommendation for this place but the food was 'blah', service, 'eh', and cleanliness 'eeeeeew'. We got Caesar salad & quesadilla and chicken Cobb salad. In my Cobb salad, chicken was like cardboard and who puts pine nuts in Cobb??? They serve with vinaigrette and blue cheese dressing but I'd just rather have two blue cheese dressing (I had to ask for more). Salads do not come with bread nor anything else so I also had to ask for a piece of bread. That bread (Cuban bread) actually the best part of the meal. I watched our waiter clean the table next to us with a piece of paper towel, hopefully it was at least wet! He swept off the food crumbs onto the floor and then went on to setting up the setting. I was grossed out as I was staring at food crumb still left on the chair...Eeew The other wait staff was cleaning their tables with a cleaning spray so don't know why this dude decided to not use it. Hubby's quesadilla looked decent but their pico de gallo was just a cut up tomatoes & few pieces of onions. Even I, the Japanese girl, can make a better one :( Well, we decided that this was a fake 'Tommy Bahama' type of restaurant and we get what we pay for... Nice decor and possibly a good place to enjoy an afternoon drink with appetizers.
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James O.
The other two Bahama Breeze restaurants in town are good, but avoid this one. Good luck calling ahead because they don't like answering the phone. There is always a wait and for food that's the same as the one in Buena Vista or Altamonte Springs, I'll pass.
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Rebecca C.
This place is a ok for a chain. We loved the firecracker shrimp appetizer. I definitely recommend it. The sweet potato mash potatoes were good and the fish was pretty good.
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Kent J.
Nice atmosphere. Seating inside and out. I prefer the bar. Steven the bartender was a real pro. Great customer service and very personable. Actually, all the bartenders were VERY helpful. No problem with my special request for vegetable paella (not on the menu). Great Mojito.
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Angel J.
EVERYTHING WAS EXCELLENT! The dessert, the food, the cocktails, the service. One of my wife's favorite all time restaurants!
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Josh A.
Eh, it was ok. The service was good, the onion rings were good, the fruit salad was good. My Cuban sandwich was tasteless and the prices were too high for me. $11 for a Cuban? Come on man, it's a Cuban sandwich, not a freakin steak! The Cuban that I get at home, blows this one away, no contest, AND it's half the price. If you venture out from the hotels and touristy crap here, Orlando is actually palatable. Less traffic, less lines, cheaper prices. This part of Orlando sucks though. It's overpriced and crowded.
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Miyana H.
Meh, it was okay. The fish tacos were... Eh? Their chicken tho.. I think it was the jerk chicken? Appetizer. Not sure. They were scrumptious super tasty. Just another franchise tho.
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Libby W.
Olive Garden is to Italian Cuisine what Bahama Breeze is to Caribbean Cuisine. Bahama Breeze, like Olive Garden is a Darden Restaurant chain. Don't come here for authentic food come here for a solid lunch bite. Decent food at decent prices, nothing that is going to wow you, or hurt your wallet. My favorite is the tilapia fish tacos, which it's a pity they don't put them on the dinner menu. The tacos are great and I do love the spicy aioli that comes with them. I get them with the rice and beans which I also like. I was surprised that it wasn't over salted. The Cuban sandwich is good, but the bread is super toasty and crumbles easily, making a mess, and making me embarrassed making such a mess. The appetizers I've had have been very good. The west indies beef patties seems to be a favorite with the group I was dining with and also the coconut shrimp. They have frozen cocktails that your mother would love because they are a nice blend of fruity, not over powering but by no means stiff. Great for groups but this depends on who your server is. Been there twice with large groups, once was fabulous, the other time they couldn't get the drink orders straight.
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Tom B.
Ok I HATE CHAINS!! Let me get that clear, They usually suck. But when your in Disney its all you got. Never been to BB, Really kinda Poo Poo'ed on the place, but at the instance of the group we went. First the place is huge. The service is great, expected that, Thanks Ceaser you Rock!! Did not expect the Live music, Fantastic! The food Awesome! Really! BBQ Jerk Wings, Crab and Avocado Tower, Corn Cakes, Crab Claws and Giant Beers and big cold Jagers. Really I was shocked!! It was good, really good. I will go back when in the Atl. You have won me over BB
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Daryl S.
Great restaurant for food and fun! Service very attentive and good direction. Both families and business folks alike will enjoy this atmosphere.
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Tim S.
Bahama Breeze is smack in the middle of a tourist hotbed. Food and drinks are average but the prices are high. This places can get super crowded at night so get there early or expect to wait.
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Tim D.
Great meal great service! I had pulled pork mini's & fries. Very good!
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D D.
Once again Bahama Breeze did not disappoint. Went here for lunch with the kids and parents and everybody loved their food. The service was great also, we had Darren B. as our server. I wish I could go back.
I would like to come here and mourn the removal of the Chicken Santiago from their menu. What the heck man, that was the BEST dish!
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Tatiana B.
I enjoy Bahama Breeze. I always get the same dishes because in places like this I like to go safe. First off, the mango caipirinha is deeeelicious. We always get the tostones with chicken which we love. Fried plantains topped with shredded chicken, cheese, peppers, tomatoes, mushrooms and topped with fresh tomato salsa. We also like to get the coconut shrimp which are decent. For the entree, my BF and I get the same thing because we really, really like it. The chicken with cilantro crema is awesome. Grilled chicken breast, mashed potatoes and roasted corn topped with a blend of three melted cheeses. They top the chicken and the potatoes with a delicious cilantro-cream sauce and give you some on the side too (I always ask for more). If you have space for dessert, the Chocolate Island (chocolate mousse on a fudge brownie swimming in milk chocolate sauce and vanilla bean anglaise) is your poison. The outdoor sitting at this location is nice.
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Kristi J.
Best restaraunt ever! Bahama Breeze offers a wide variety of unique dishes. Everything is fresh and pretty healthy, depending on what you get. I ordered the Black Bean Soup, a Salmon Tostada Salad and my husband and I shared an Ahi Tuna appetizer that was to die for. Now if they would only open a Bahama Breeze in Northern Virginia!
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Summer B.
Really great food and ambiance that encourages you to relax and enjoy the Caribbean vibe. The service was good (although I could use a water refill once) and the menu is diverse with Tapas (a small serving) for $5 then larger appetizers and full meals for more. I highly recommend the chicken empanadas tapas. They were delish! Also I had this dish of twice fried plantains with chicken and cheese that were awesome! Like nachos but better! Also had a great Mohito! The only thing I didn't like was the stuffed Zucchini tapas
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Jeff S.
The food was very good. Great wings and coconut shrimp for starters. Then I had a wood grilled tuna that was cooked to perfection. The service was quick but our waiter was very abrupt and short with us. He could have been much more pleasant. Overall a good meal. It was bust but we were able to call ahead and have our name put on the list and then got a table a soon as we got to the resturaunt.
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Chris B.
We had to go all 3 nights of our visit. A co-worker was fond of the bartendress. So we probably got better than average service. It wa a good place to belly up and have a couple beers. The food was alright, I can't complain. and considering the area it's in- I'd go back.
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Robert S.
I had never been to a Bahamas Breeze, but it looked tempting. I had a lunch there and I ordered the Grilled Shrimp Tropical fruit salad as well as the BBQ pork on plantains small plate. Both were delicious. The fruit in the salad was fresh and sweet. Overall a good chain restaurant. Great Caribbean fare at decent prices. They have a nice outdoor terrace area that is shaded ...
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Allie R.
This place doesn't deserve a star! i should have known. its like any other chain restaurant. nothing fresh everything taken out of the freezer and fried stirred in sugar and plated!! I ordered a salmon salad which turned out to be 1100 calories and 53g of fat!!
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Caren C.
Sat outside for over 15 minutes with no service. Not even water. Told the hostess when we got up and left, she didn't even care. Went to Millers Ale House instead. Much better!
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Jennifer L.
They have changed the concept so much to only serve "easy prepared" food forgetting what brought them where they are. The quality food the had when first opened is gone in the "new" menu. Almost every dish we enjoyed in the past is gone, so there is no reason for us to come back.
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Samm P.
Visit here Wednesday when I was in Orlando. I had a great time. Drinks aren't strong. Besides that, the food and atmosphere was excellent. I had a Bahamarita & pan seared salmon & Sauted shrimps.. Excellent. My bf has the seafood paella (think that's how it's spell) an pineapple coconut martini.. Also excelltent. Would definitely go again to try other dishes.
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Kevin S.
Went here based on Yelp reviews, and overall it was a good dinner. The parking lot was pretty crowded, but it's a big place and we walked right in and were seated right away. Service was... "robotic" was the word my wife used. Very methodical, not very personable. Case in point: My son's water cup was empty. The waitress came to the table in a monotone voice said, "Remove the lid from his cup so I can refill it." I would have expected something more like, "Would you like some more water? Okay, would you mind taking the lid off for me please?" I think our waitress had a little bit too much on her plate (so to speak). She did make a point to check on us at designated time intervals, but we were waiting for a noticeable period of time to get our check in the end. The food was good. No real complaints. It just wasn't like "WOW! THAT WAS THE BEST ___________ EVER!" Nothing to rave about or write home to Mom. I was surprised after the fact that my mom actually told me this is a chain owned by the same company that owns Olive Garden and Red Lobster. That makes sense. I'm a little disappointed though, because I make an effort to find local / non-chain restaurants when we go on vacation, and I didn't realize Bahama Breeze was part of a restaurant megapoly.
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Scooter N.
While in Orlando you absolutely must try Bahamas Breeze! Great atmosphere wonderful service. The coconut shrimp are to die for! Had tilapia and burger. Both were very good. I will visit this restaurant on every trip to Orlando.
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Steve L.
I think everything has been said - so enjoy the pics of the food I posted!
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Shyrra B.
Not impressed. Great service. Terrible food and drinks. Ugh.
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JP H.
Ok so my review of Bahama Breeze is based on their food not their service. Location layouts are all pretty much the same. Tropical! Anyway the food is really good. I always get one of their steak dishes with seasoned potato's and veggies. It's always the same in freshness and quality. Their appi's are always pretty good and we always order 2 along with our dinner. The closest one to our place in Winter Park. it's about 7 miles or so on Semoran Blvd. When visiting the Orlando area you should give them a try, They have live music at night so it''s a nice plus when you are eating in their outdoor area.
I was in Orlando on business and I typically try local restaurants instead of chains. However, based on the great reviews I decided to give it a try, and I'm glad I did. I went mid-week toward the end of the lunch rush, and I was seated immediately. Typical tropical theme...bright colors, lively murals and Jimmy Buffet playing in the background. I half expected to see life-size statue of a pirate with a stuffed parrot perched upon his shoulder. Much to my relief, I either missed it or it wasn't there. It wasn't too loud at the time I was there, but I can see where this place would come fully alive at night. I started with the firecracker shrimp at the recommendation of my waitress. Delicious and plentiful. Enough for two people to share. For the entree, I went with the coconut shrimp. It came with yellow rice and I opted for the mashed sweet potatoes over the broccoli that was listed in the menu. I agree with previous reviewers that the coconut shrimp is good, but I wouldn't go so far as to say it is great. I've had my share of coconut shrimp, and there's nothing special about these. The sides were okay. When offered a dessert, I asked if they were made in the restaurant or at least locally. My waitress said the key lime pie was made in-house, so that's what I ordered. A slightly different twist from the usual (at least where I'm from) - it had a meringue. Wow - it was great. I can definitely recommend their key lime pie. All in all, a positive experience. The people were friendly, and the food was good.
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Alix K.
I'm 13wks pregnant and wasn't sure about tryin a carribean type food and spending money I may throw up. lol. But this place was very good. Jerk chicken is great! :) If you come to Orlando/Kissimmee, FL go here at least one night. And if you can, sit with Ernest - big, bald, sweet as pie & efficient waiter. We sat on the heated patio and got live music. It was mood setting and not too cheesy or gimmick-y. Which was a fear of mine when we got there. I loved the ambience and food. If lived here, would definately be a 'regular' night out option.
I've eaten here a couple of times. Nice decor, good service. My Cuban sandwich was okay.
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Richard B.
Hard to go wrong with Coconut shrimp and fresh stone crab. They give you a generous portion of both, and after cracking your way around a pound of stone crab, you might actually feel like you lost calories in the deal.
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Michelle P.
Great food, although it isn't authentic island food. Jerk pasta? Great atmosphere to sit outside and eat/ have drinks/ listen to music outside on a warm evening.
Takes Reservations : No Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Lunch, Dinner Parking : Private Lot Bike Parking : Yes Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Casual Noise Level : Average Music : Live Good For Dancing : No Alcohol : Full Bar Happy Hour : No Best Nights : Thu, Fri, Sat Coat Check : No Smoking : Outdoor Area/ Patio Only Outdoor Seating : Yes Wi-Fi : Free Has TV : Yes Dogs Allowed : No Waiter Service : Yes Caters : No
Jessica F.
This place is amazing. The vibe, the atmosphere the food is the best. It has a tropical island feel to it. They play live music at night on the outdoor covered deck. It's a face-pace restaurant. They offer a verity of food from wings, fish, steak and more. The breeze salad is to die for and the desserts are fantastic. They have speciality drinks alcoholic and non-alcoholic and they offer a kids menu. This place is great for anniversaries, date nights, birthdays or just a nite out for dinner. I would recommend this place to anyone.
(5)Thanh H.
A friend recommended this place while we were out in Orlando. I was happy he did. Ordered the coconut shrimp, onion rings, and mojitos to start. Everything was great. I loved the shrimps. The coconut worked well with it. Even thought I was allergic to it, I ate 4 shrimps! Followed by onion rings and mojito to relieve the itchiness. I had the Jamaican jerk chicken. No complaints. Was nice and moist. The spices on the chicken was good, and worked well with the rice,beans, salsa. The waitress was always around when we needed her and was pretty quick for a business night. Would definitely go back.
(5)Fast L.
This is one of those chains that gets stingier with portions every time I try them. They literally served me a teaspoon size portion of guacamole for my fish tacos. And, I ordered a $10 margarita that was all glass and ice. It was half gone in a few sips. Beyond the micro managed portions, the food isn't very fresh and lacks flavor. I won't be returning.
(2)Marina L.
Before dining here on the 27th, I couldn't remember the last time I was blown away by service at a restaurant. We arrived around 7 and the restaurant was packed, but there was no wait and we were seated right away. Our server, Sarah, came right over and asked about our day and offered some suggestions. I ordered a classic Cuban mojito and my boyfriend ordered a beer. My mojito was perfect, the crushed ice really made the difference, in my opinion. We ordered the shrimp and lobster quesadilla as our appetizer and it was delicious. Sarah offered us hot sauce and brought over Tabasco, Sriracha, and a Jamaican hot sauce which I wish I'd gotten the name of - it was spectacular. My boyfriend and I loved the food so much we decided to split everything so we could get a little of each. I ordered the coconut shrimp, which came with yellow rice and broccoli, and he ordered the almond crusted swordfish with cinnamon mashed sweet potato and green beans. Everything came out very timely and delicious. The coconut shrimp was really prawn, they were huge! The swordfish was tender and drenched in lemon butter, and we seriously could not get enough of the cinnamon sweet potato mash. Although the food was fantastic, what really sold me on this place was the service. I have been a server and bartender for years, as had my boyfriend, and we were both blown away by Sarah's attention to detail. She made sure we knew exactly what was on the side of every plate, offered us extra plates and sauces, and regularly checked up on us to make sure everything was alright. Next time we're in Orlando we will definitely be back!
(5)Yen W.
Chicken wings dry and not HOT. The one close to 535 is much better.
(1)Chris L.
My experience here was great. My waitress Julie gave us tremendous service and showed great attitude to any questions we asked. I had the grilled chicken with cilantro crema and it was honestly the best chicken I've had. It was cooked perfectly and tender with a side of 3 cheese and corn mashed potatoes. We also had as an appetizer shrimp tacos which was ok. Both definitely worth getting.
(5)Rob B.
The food tasted great, but made my entire family sick. I believe we had undercooked chicken or some kind of bacteria that may have been in the food. We took home the leftovers, and we were sick. I mistakingly thought we just had a 24 hour stomach bug, and ate the leftovers (didn't feed it to family). I was in the bathroom for the next 48 hours. Ruined our vacation. To caveat this review, I have eaten here before and never had any problems. We enjoyed their food. However, this officially ends our visits :(
(1)John H.
This is a great restaurant. When I find something good I generally stick to it. So here's my Bahama breeze situation. I sit on the outside patio and order the curry chicken dish. It isn't a spicy curry, it's sweet and amazing. The reason for sitting outside is because in the evenings there is always a musician singing a variety of songs while playing the steel drums. It really sets the mood for the restaurant. Prices are very fair for this tourist area, and staff have always been above average. Certainly recommended
(4)Dee L.
Service was great! Food was excellent! I ordered the carnitas rice bowl. It was way more than I could ever eat & it was very tasty. The firecracker shrimp was a little dry, but I was probably comparing to Bonefish Grill. Drinks were great also.
(5)K M.
We sat outside and this place had good food. The live music was very loud where we sat but that was our fault. The beef tacos I had were the best and the Cajun shrimp were very good.
(4)Mark S.
I met some friends for dinner here. We sat outside and there was a live ban playing but the music wasn't overpowering. The waitress was super friendly and very helpful in picking dishes. Coconut shrimp were really good. Very crispy and the shrimp were fresh. The West Indies Chicken Curry was very tasty. Great place for an evening meal to people watch, enjoy the live music, and catch up with old friends.
(4)Jonathan M.
Good service. Great food quality and nice ambiance if you like the Caribbean feel if things.
(4)Kim W.
Came here with our family of seven and sat outdoors. The outside menu is less expensive and you are able to enjoy the live music. The music was great- steel pan performer was playing the latests and greatest Caribbean tunes. The appetizers we chose were good. The tortilla soup was a clean and healthy choice and had a nice spicy kick. My mom enjoyed her chowder and the coconut shrimp and beef empanadas were really good. The entrees however were not what we were expecting. The chicken and tostones had nearly no chicken and the ropa vieja was underwhelming. Bahama breeze is more for ambiance. The food is pretty good but there are better choices if you are a foodie.
(3)Natasha N.
Looooved this place! The ambiance, the island vibes, the live music, the food was delicious (beef empanadas and fried chicken stack) and drinks,and service was amazing!!!!! Alex the best waiter ever!!!!! It was so good, forgot to take a photo of the food!
(5)Pamela Y.
We have been to many Bahamas Breeze Restaurants before. This is on par with the others. Food is good as is the service. The place has a fun atmosphere but can get real loud! Great drink menu. It's a chain but it is good. Enjoy!
(4)Justin A.
Try their key lime pie. It's SOOOO good. Also, the strawberry daiquiris are good. It can get busy there around 6PM for dinner, so expect a wait. There is a not-so-busy Bahama Breeze on 8735 Vineland Ave, near I-4 and highway 535.
(4)Sarah D.
That's right, five stars! Bahama Breeze is easily one of my favorite restaurants. I haven't had a single plate I didn't love here. Favs are the CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP and COCONUT SHRIMP. As if the perfect food wasn't enough, the drinks and atmosphere are the cherry on top. They always have live music (usually featuring steal drums), while you're surrounded by palm trees...it feels like a much cheaper getaway to the Caribbean. I suggest sitting outside to get the whole effect! This is as authentic as chain restaurants get.
(5)Jonathan C.
Service was good. Perhaps the kitchen was having an off night but 2 entrees came out under cooked. The chicken curry bowl was awful, and I will eat microwave food without complaining but it was bad tasting. Drinks were good.
(1)Marcell A.
This service and food was excellent. I am allergic to coconut and most of the food had that ingredient in it (duh it's carribean food) but the accommodations and alternative recommendations were on point for a flavorful meal. I will be back when I come down again.
(4)Wendy K.
We had such a pleasant experience with Donald at the bar in the outdoor area. He has the gift of connecting with his guests while efficiently serving them. If you're lucky, you can also see some Cocktail-style tricks.
(5)Leslie S.
I suggest ordering a seafood dish. I ordered the shrimp and lobster linguine. It needed salt but had huge pieces of lobster meat.
(3)Chrissy M.
This place was so awesome! Walked over from the Marriott, very convenient. Ordered the salmon with mango salsa it was so delicious & literally came out like lightning speed! I could not believe it was my food already being served. The fastest service I've ever had in a restaurant. Will definitely go here again any time I'm in Orlando! Tons of fun drinks too that are just as good as well.
(5)Joshua B.
In town for business, got some steak and it was great! Salad upgrade for 2.50 - pretty substantial!
(5)Daniel L.
The best chain restaurant I have been to hand downs. I am not a fan of chains like Outback Steakhouse, Appelbees, etc. So dining at Bahama Breeze was a pleasant surprise on my vacation. I had the firecracker shrimp tacos and would recommend them to anyone who likes spicy/sweet food. They offer small plate appetizers to share, the conch fritters are delicious. This restaurant caters to seafood lovers, caribbean food lovers, and vegetarians all the same. Everything I tried off the menu was good.
(5)Fred T.
Overall, delicious food for an okay price. The service was above average and we had zero wait for a lunch table midweek. === THE GOOD === - The food! I had the Jamaican Jerk Chicken with yellow rice and black beans while my wife had the Fish Tacos with Bahamian Seafood Chowder. We both LOVED our meals and were glad to try something new. While the chicken was a touch on the dry side, the spices were perfect and not overly spicy. - The kids meal we ordered (Bowtie Mac & Cheese) arrived amazingly fast, which one would expect for such an order, but other places seem to think kids have a lot more patience than they really do. - The number of healthy options available was fantastic. Both of our meals came in at the 600-700 calorie range and there were plenty of other options. === THE BAD === - This is borderline bad, but for all the healthy options they have, it's surprisingly difficult to get the info. The mobile site is just okay for this, but their healthy meals are something they should be shouting about, including listing calories on the menu. With so many people looking for healthier options, why make it so difficult to see how many awesome options there are?!
(4)Christine T.
I actually found this place using the Yelp iPhone app! I was visiting Orlando and am so glad that I tried this place. We tried the Coconut Shrimp, Seafood Paella and Calypso Shrimp Linguine. I must say, as a non-fan of coconut-anything (except coconut water), the dish made me embrace it. Best coconut shrimp ever?! Seriously, if you aren't allergic, GET IT. The portions are pretty hearty and the server was really friendly. If you are in the mood, grab a frozen cocktail, too. They were yummy ;)
(4)Mike P.
Awesome food! Such a great atmosphere as well. The service at the bar was quick and full of entertainment.
(5)Brad C.
Forgot to bring the appetizer but all was good because the meal made up for it. Cuban sandwich was good, fish tacos very good. How could you go wrong with some island music a deck while drinking a Pain Killer or Dark and Stormy!!
(4)William G.
We went here on the recommendation of our cab driver. They have an extensive menu for both food and drinks, and everything was fairly reasonably priced for this type of venue.
(4)Sara J.
We chose this spot based on the reviews on Yelp. We were not disappointed. I had the Cobb salad and my dining companion had the salmon pasta. Both were delicious. We also had a couple of very tasty frozen margaritas with dinner. Our server, Brandon, was very personable and attentive. There is live music, however the performer that night seemed to be having a difficult time engaging the audience.
(5)Taylor H.
The food was pretty good however the service was poor. One of our drinks had something in it, and the other one wasn't good.
(3)Shane R.
I am from California. And I went to Bahama Breeze on vacation. The food was spectacular. Each one of my family members immensely enjoyed their food choice. My entrée was the chefs special and consisted of salmon and shrimp (see photo). I could tell right away that my seafood was very fresh. Tasted fantastic. My side was mashed sweet potato and that was healthy and gorgeously orange and created a perfect taste balance to complement my salmon and shrimp. The food was good but the waitress was unforgettable. I am positive I fell in love that day. This woman was the definition of beauty with a personality to match. A Cuban goddess to say the least. I believe her name was Melissa but I could be mistaken. Anyways, all creepiness aside my first experience @ Bahama Breeze was wonderful and the ambience was gorgeous as well. Make sure you stop in.
(5)Lee S.
Well another rubbish place to eat at, undercooked food overpriced,not surprised to find out its owned by the same chain of restaurants Olive Garden and co,I didn't know this at the time, I had turkey burger well it was disgusting just mush in a bun I sent it back and did not trust anything on this menu looking at the family's plates Know one enjoyed the food everything was undercooked/raw I'm glad I saved myself from food poisoning, never again.
(1)Beth L.
The wait was so long during the weekend. The foods are decent and price are very reasonable. We have a group of 12 people our total was around $300. The pasta portion are huge we had to bag it to go. Overall I would come back again.
(4)Robyn S.
Was in Orlando for a work convention and decided to take our large group out to dinner. We called ahead to make a reservation and the General Manager, Eric Coleman was extremely helpful in accommodating our large party for dinner. The majority of the table ordered the ribs which everyone raved that they were fall off the bone good! We had 2 servers, one by the name of Ariel who was on top of everything. I wish I would of got the name of the 2nd server but like Ariel, he was great too. Food, service, ambiance and menu are excellent. If you are in the Orlando area for business, this is a must go to spot!
(5)Luke S.
Stopped by for a quick lunch but wasn't overwhelmed with the place. I ordered the grilled salmon, wild rice and sweet potato and to be perfectly honest, I'd eaten better the previous day at Denny's for half the price. I don't think I'd return if I was in the area again.
(2)Simeon V.
Great location, beautiful interior and nice athmosphere. Burgers and fries could be better, not the best. Other meals are nice such as chipotle beef bowl. Very good service and nice people.
(4)Amanda M.
I was surprised by how reasonable the prices were here. I order the Hummus for the table at $3.99 and it came with a huge scoop of vegetable hummus, some big flat chips, and some fresh veggies. I enjoyed the hummus and chips, but my mom wasn't a fan. For dinner I order the Buttermilk Fried Chicken Breast, at only $13.95 and it came with 2 chicken breasts with fresh spinach and a few chunks of tomato, on top of mashed potatoes, with some fire roasted corn and beans. SO GOOD and filling with a hint of spice. My boyfriend got the Coconut Shrimp at I believe $16.99 and it came with about 12 shrimp, maybe a few more. He enjoyed it. My mom got their special which was some shrimp with mushrooms and bacon (i think) over cheesy grits. That was really good too, I tasted it. Came with fresh green beans. For dessert we shared the Chocolate Island (I believe it was called) and the moose was out of this world. I don't really eat moose because every time I've tried it I'm never a fan, but this moose was thick and had not only a chocolate flavor but i think there was also carmel flavor going on as well. I was trying ot figure it out and that's the conclusion I came too. I could definitely be wrong. The brownie was just okay. The service was great. She was very friendly and attentive. THe food came out super fast too.
(5)Julie S.
We ate here for the first time yesterday. It was great! The food was very good and the waitress was very good. I sure hope her boyfriend purposes before they buy a house. Very highly recommended.
(5)Joyce C.
After a long day of animal kingdom, our group was exhausted and hungry and thankfully we found Bahama Breeze. The service was OK, a little slow and a little disinterested in our table, but the waiter did have the chef come out to help one in our group with gluten free options. Extra points for table side gluten free recommendations! Now to the food... We had plenty of food for the 6 of us. The favorites seemed to be the seafood paella, jumbo crap stack, and the jerk chicken. All the seafood tasted fresh and everything was well seasoned.
(4)Jeremy L.
Got the coconut shrimp, appetizer and jerk chicken pasta! Both absolutely delicious. The fish tacos were also really great, fresh and portioned nicely
(5)Dennis P.
We arrived and quickly found a table outside. Great live music and nice outdoor atmosphere. Unfortunately we waited for 15 minutes with dirty dishes on our table. We finally got the attention of someone to help us. She was very helpful. I'm hoping things get better. Our waiter was very friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. I'm looking forward to the food. This food was very good, my compliments to the chef. While we liked our waiter, the service was very slow.
(3)Scotty M.
Been a while since I've been to a Bahama Breeze - first time to this one for a office meeting / party. Great food & service - had the buttermilk chicken breasts w/ mashed potatoes - yum! Appetizers were great - onion rings, chicken quesadilla were great. Others had ribs, jerk chicken pasta, fish of the day - all were great. Men's room needs to be remodeled - minus one star.
(4)Walter J.
Was driving up International drive looking for a place to have lunch and we decided to eat at Senior Frogs...unfortunately Senior Frogs does not have an outside area (at least that we could see)... so we decided to eat at Bahama Breeze. Very nice place, great outdoor area. The day we were their in January, it was about 72 degrees out but if it was colder, the area appears to have lots of heaters. My companion and I both had the fish lunch specials, I had Salmon, she had Tilapia. Both were very good. Being on vacation, I also had two pain killer cocktails which were excellent. Very tropical with a very refreshing pineapple taste. We also split the chocolate upside down cake, which was indescribably delicious. Our waiter was a really cool dude, very professional, and very attentive. Funny story, I was sitting by the railing of the outside deck area and all of sudden a kitten jumps up on the deck. Very cute but not expected. The waiter told us that 3 weeks prior an adult cat had shown up and a week later there was 5 kittens. So if you eat outside, look for the cats... Only in Florida! For a nice place to have a lunch outside or even a business meeting inside, Bahama Breeze has good food, delicious deserts, and excellent cocktails!
(4)Guillermo R.
I've only been here once, but the food was excellent. Prepared right, served quick and my waiter was awesome. I went with some friends and we all had Greatful Deads. The waiter recommended that we try something strong to drink, the drinks were strong but enjoyable. Definitely recommend the 'Greatful Dead' drink if you're there.
(4)Sasha G.
This place convinced me to have a Caribbean wedding once I actually get married. Partly because I am from the Caribbean but also because Bahama Breeze rocks. Now, I'm not from Florida... perhaps I will finally move out here once I get my sh$t together in NYC but let's see, but I know Florida is NOT the Caribbean. HOWEVER, sitting outdoors at this Bahama Breeze with a live musician jamming out awesome Caribbean beats, singing his rendition of Bob Marley's "we're jamminnnnn, we're jamminnnn," while swaying with his dreadlocks, as you order just ONE more rum punch, or pina colada, or mojito, REALLY gives you the illusion that you're in Barbados or anywhere else in the Caribbean. DIVINE! That being said, Bahama Breeze makes my Caribbean soul truly happy. Now, it also doesn't help that their drinks are packed with a punch and cost about half of what a cocktail of that sort will cost me in Manhattan. OR that it's okay to be "jammingggg" in your seat and no one gives you weird glances because 9/10 times they will be swaying to the beats too. OR that the musician is an ACTUAL musician and not some dude playing the part. Awesome place. Their food is okay. Hence, the deducted star. We ordered the paella (my cousin's idea not mine) and it was merely okay.... paella is not even Caribbean so what do you expect? It was definitely edible so of course we ate but not truly enjoyable. Their coconut shrimp on the other hand.. were great-- sweet and savory, definitely not something you should eat all the time but good nonetheless. Ever in the area, give this place a try! Be sure the weather's perfect, the sun is shining, and you sit outdoors. And give this song a listen: youtube.com/watch?v=oFRb… Jam it out!
(4)Ashley M.
Im from Ohio and we dont have one of these where i live so i was excited to try it. I ordered the Jerk chicken wings and my mother ordered some kind of grilled chicken with corn & mashed potatos..she said her food was delicious. For an appetizer we ordered the jerk shrimp which was good and spicy. When my wings came I was kind of suprised because they were HUGE..i ordered the full which had 8 wings..i could have orderes the half plate which is 4 wings because thats all i could eat. The jerk wings were pretty good but not the best..i have a boyfriend from the islands and the Jerk chicken his family makes puts bahama breezes wings to shame. But for a resturaunt they were pretty decent..i just feel that their jerk sauce lacked depth and flavor. Other than that we had great service and a great waiter. I would go back..
(4)Davies M.
The rum cake was great, I came here two days within a week for it coz in all fairness it you will literally crave for it after tasting. I had taco trio for my entry, the Tacos were so fresh, I asked for darkened Mahi Mahi, it was tenderly prepared. My aha moment was the huge size of these Tacos, they were so filling. I ordered soup as my side the whole meal was a struggle to finish. I give Bahamas breeze 5 because the of the food, the ambiance both inside and outdoor sitting plus the live band.... Next time iam in Florida, Bahamas breeze is the place to be....
(5)Casey S.
The food is quite good, however the service is extremely slow and quite disorganized. It took over an hour to get our check.
(2)Erin C.
Visiting from Ca read the yelp reviews and decided to try. It was yummy!!! Drinks are awesome, the piña colada was delicious and one if the best I ever had! We got the empanadas and coco shrimp. Both good just wish the shrimp had better sauce and more of a coconut taste. I got the mahi mahi tacos which were yummy and the hubby got shrimp and grits which he enjoyed. They had music outside but we sat inside bc there was a private party taking up a lot of patio space. Yes we will eat here again!
(4)Marjorie K.
Love coming to this restaurant. We make it a point of coming to this restaurant every time we come to Orlando. The tostones and jerk chicken are delicious. We never have a long wait when we come. The serving sizes are huge. You will not be disappointed!
(5)Scott B.
Food was outstanding! Their house vinaigrette was da bomb! Best house dressing ever. And you MUST have a slice of authentic house made Key Lime Pie. Doesn't get much better. Oh and our server, Eric, was awesome!
(4)Rachael L.
My boyfriend & I walk in at 11:02, one of the first people there (there was only one other group) well as we're getting walked to our seat there was a table right behind us with the napkins and silverware wrapped up but you could see the crumbs and all still on the table but it was supposed to be "clean" yuck! so we sit down and I look over to my right and on the window seal are two what I thought was dead flies, but no.. one was still trying to fly around. then a third fly came over to join. disappointed because this location is the best we've been too in size, parking, they have an oyster bar unlike any other but it was so gross dinning next to three flies!!! oh & they took the butter milk chicken sliders off the menu as an appetizer because they were the "least popular" very very upsetting!!!
(2)Annie F.
They have half off appetizers from 10pm to close, Sunday through Thursday. I can't say I'm a big fan of chain restaurants but Bahama Breeze has really grown on me. The great thing about this happy hour deal is that it is half off all the appetizers. Not just some but all. So, you have 16 options available. The appetizers here are generously portioned so it's definitely great for sharing. I ordered the Jumbo Lump Crab Stack and the Tostones with Chicken. For the dieters out there, the Jumbo Lump Crab Stack is only 6 grams of fat and all full of flavor. I loved the lump crab meat mixed in with the apple-mango salsa. Served with 2 flatbread crisps. The Tostones with Chicken unfortunately wasn't low fat. A total of 63 grams of fat for the whole serving. Twice fried plantains, chicken, cheese, onions, peppers, mushrooms, and tomato salsa. Yeah, 63 grams is pretty plausible. Nonetheless, it's a good appetizer although you'll want to make sure to disperse the toppings evenly. Some bites were more cheesy versus others having all the peppers. A friend I managed to drag along ordered the Carnitas Rice Bowl and I ordered the Chipotle Beef Bowl. The Carnitas Rice Bowl ($13.49) consisted of yellow rice, garbanzo beans (chickpeas), roasted pork, chorizo, sweet plantains, and corn topped with a cumin-citrus sauce. Lots of nice flavors going on, especially the sweet plantains. MMMM... The slow roasted pork, the fresh corn, the chorizo. Yeah buddy... Overall, a very tasty dish. The Chipotle Beef Rice Bowl ($14.99) consisted of basmati rice, sautéed beef sirloin, black beans, corn, and cheese topped with a chipotle sauce, sour cream, salsa and avocado. This was still a decent dish but it's more expensive and not as flavorful for me. Good service, good atmosphere. Some people may consider Bahama Breeze a bit pricier than they'd like to spend but come during the "Late Night Happy Hour". Half off all appetizers. You really can't beat that.
(4)Mattie W.
I love the feel! As soon as you walk into the place, your body relaxes just a little and time seems to slow down. I like to go here with a group, everyone order something different, and play pass the plate. Two of my favorite menu items - sweet corn cakes and the warm banana bread dessert. Oh my goodness!
(5)Lawanna N.
Drinks 2 and a half stars Food 4 stars Service 12 stars thanks to ileana the waitress and Eric GM Had the shrimp and grits delicious! Great way to spend my lil sister bday dinner on our first night in Orlando! Thank you
(5)Lauren U.
My husband and I went to Bahama Breeze while in Orlando for a mini-vacation. We ended up here after hopping around the places on International Drive. We were seated right away, and I ordered a Bahama Mama and my husband had a mojito. Both drinks were really good. I'm not sure about the pricing... I know they have a late-night happy hour but I don't remember if we made it for that or not (I said we were bar hopping, didn't I?). Our server was really, really friendly... Like, telling-us-a-lot-of-info overly friendly. Not inappropriate info, but I don't usually want to know the life story of my server. Anyway, it was all coming from a good place, so we were okay with it. I liked that we weren't rushed, even though we only ordered a couple drinks. We didn't eat, so no comments on food this time. It was a good experience, and I would consider returning here next time I'm in the area.
(3)Lindsay R.
I got the jerk chicken pasta it was delicious! My husband got the ribs and they were the best we have ever had! The drinks were yummy- kinda weak, but tastes good. Average prices a little on the higher side for what you get. We would def go back though!!!!!!
(4)Quawnie M.
Jerk chicken wings off the chain. Glad they had a kids menu, the ambiance didn't look kid friendly. Server seemed frazzled, kept forgetting my booster seat.
(4)Melissa M.
Food was delicious, hot, filling. Service was also great, very attentive for a week night. Had the white sangria (ok, tasted more orange than mango), firecracker shrimp (delicious and plentiful), and jerk chicken pasta light portion (lots of flavor, perfect portion). We also sat outdoor on patio where there was live music, great atmosphere, fits Orlando setting. Recommend for a dinner outside the parks.
(4)Joe N.
If your lucky enough to have Sheri wait on you, you'll be taken care of. Visited orlando for a week and went to restaurants twice per day. Best service by far. Ordered shrimp and lobster quesadillas..very good.
(5)Suzee Q.
Simple, uncomplicated lunch was had for one. I sat outside near the gazebo as a musician played the steel drums. Service was efficient and friendly. Seated quickly. Nabbed a waitress to place my order. She checked on me and refilled my water in a timely way. The lunch special price was decent. I had the lobster/shrimp quesadilla with a Caesar side salad. Nothing extra special but good and filling.
(3)Amber E.
Fun, island-style patio w/ tiki torches, live music, tropical drinks, and assortment if chicken, fish, beef and pasta entrees and variety of apps. The steel drummer tonight was really good.
(4)Corey F.
I've probably been 6 times, about half at this location. I took my twins (7yrs.) old and made sure we sat outside for the reggae entertainment. I love the cuban but many other dishes as well.
(4)Julie G.
The dining experience was great here. We had excellent service and the food was great. I had this colorful frozen cocktail drink that was very fruity and delicious. What was even better was that they gave you an extra shot of tequila. First time trying Conch. Got the Conch fritter and they were pretty damn good. But of course everything is good when they are deep fried. The coconut shrimp were the best I ever had. Would stop by here again if I am ever in town.
(5)Nicholas C.
Great atmosphere. I came here during my vacation in Orlando, FL with a large group, I'd say 18 people and the service was great. The food and drinks were phenomenal and by far one of the best restaurants I've went to in Orlando.
(4)Megan C.
Really, really good food! No MSG which is awesome, and everything seems to be pretty generally okay for you. Their frozen drinks are the bomb, and the service is always pretty good. The wait time isn't normally too long, but the area where guests wait to give the host their name or ask questions is sometimes a mess.
(5)Andrada C.
I could not leave Florida without leaving a review for this place. I miss the grilled chicken with the cilantro crema and the pan seared salmon. This is an awesome place which i highly recommend The atmosphere is great especially at night when they play live music...one of the best places to visit while in Orlando!
(5)Kyle H.
I ate here on vacation once, and let me just say, when I come back to this area, I will definitely go here again. The food was excellently prepared and the Service was excellent. The restaurant was very clean also. I had a very good experience, and you will too.
(5)Gigi R.
Visited this location instead of the Lake Buena Vista one because that one is located right next to the outlets and across from Disney. From my past experience that one is always packed with tourist and incredibly busy. Arrived at 4pm on a Saturday before the dinner rush so the restaurant was moderately filled instead packed to the brim. We were seated immediately and ordered a pina colada. We thought the glasses would be larger like 16 oz but they were relatively petite sizes 8 oz. Ordered: Beef empanadas: Handmade pastries filled with savory beef and potatoes. Sweet Peruvian Corn Cakes: Freshly baked, served with roasted pineapple salsa and butter. The pineapple salsa was a jam consistency and was very savory and sweet. Mojo-Marinated Pulled Pork: Slow-roasted, served over sweet plantains with our signature sweet and smoky barbecue sauce I love plantains. Add bbq sauce and I was in heaven. Jerk Chicken Pasta Jerk Chicken Pasta Sliced jerk chicken breast, fresh asparagus and mushrooms tossed in a Parmesan cream sauce with bow-tie pasta. The cream sauce was nice and savory. I wished the plate had more asparagus. It seemed like it was two strings of asparagus that they chopped into a quarter size. Overall the meal was delicious and I enjoyed it very much.
(4)Pradeepa K.
Usual one but the seating is not that great.
(3)S W.
Hats off, this was a good place for our group. Service was very good, food was very good, we didn't have to wait. I'd go back.
(4)Zombie D.
Our family went out here on a Monday night and we all had a great experience with everything from the wait staff down to the food. Here's what we ordered: chipotle beef bowl, sirloin steak with mashed potatoes, fire shrimp with onion rings, and grilled chicken with salad. My chipotle beef bowl was phenomenal and had very tasty seasonings. The wife loved the sirloin steak. The kids are picky eaters so it's hard to gauge them but the onion rings, salad (especially whatever dressing they use), and grilled chicken were very tasty. I can't give you a gauge on the shrimp because I don't eat seafood but it looked pretty fresh. Our waiter was great and the food came out quickly even with the restaurant being as packed as it was. What I liked the best about our waiter was that he actually knew everything about the food. Like he could tell you what each dish tasted like very descriptively and which ones were his favorites. In our area that's not very common. Overall the family agreed that we would come here again on our next trip down. Prices were good as well.
(4)Sheila Z.
Had a delicious lunch of fish tacos!! Pina coladas are outstanding!!! Great waiter, too!
(4)Manuel H.
The service was above average Jamaican Jerk Chicken was good the spices were perfect and not to spicy.Great place to eat on International Drive
(4)Patrick M.
3.5 - good clean restaurant but not the BEST. The food, drinks, and service are all ok but not top notch. I would go again - just not top of list. Very clean restaurant, easy to get, easy parking, and they often have live outdoor music as well. Good family restaurant.
(3)Lisa G.
Were back. Thank you for the gift card Amex ! Early Dinner and drinks. . No wait. Were eating inside today. The aromas are enticing.Sheri Johnson was our server, very pleasant and knowlegeable .The general manager also stopped by to say hello.
(4)John J.
First time experiencing a Bahama Breeze Restaurant and I am very happy with our choice. Food and service was excellent. Nice menu with plenty of great choices We tried the beef empanadas which were good but I am partial because they couldn't compare to my own. The chicken tortilla soup brought me back to my childhood when my grandmother used to make her chicken soup. As my main course I had the Carnitas bowl which had great flavors and a nice spicy kick from the chorizo. Eric, one of the managers checked in with us and stayed chatting for several minutes about the restaurant and food. Thanks for an awesome experience.
(5)Leena C.
Went in for dinner after a long day at universal studios. The server was personable and friendly, and the freshness of the fruit salad (forgot the exact name) along with their frozen tropical margarita was just what I needed after all the junk food at the theme park. We also had some appetizers, and I really liked their coconut shrimp with sweet and tangy sauce! Definitely better than some of your ordinary restaurant chains.
(5)Mike S.
I like the sweet Caribbean flavors! Nothing over the top amazing, but nice to have an "island" tasting food for a change. The flatbread was typical, the onion rings and dip sauce were really good(probably best onion ring i've ever had), the jerk wings were ok. I got the Chef's special for the day which was sea scallops on Peruvian corn cakes with a nice sweet cream sauce. It made me like scallops again, well done chef. The slaw it came with was weak. Still i believe i had the best dish out of anyone. Decent atmosphere and island style. NOT great. We went for office lunch, and had 11 people, and our servie was ON POINT. I'd go back, but wish they had some beef options. Everything was fish, shrimp, or chicken. Get it Jerked you jerk!
(3)Rafael Dagoberto P.
30 minutes waiting for someone to come to our table in the outside área! Horrible service.
(1)Mandy C.
It is one of the better chain restaurants I have eaten at but there is a reason I try to avoid the mainstream chains...they just never impress me even when the food is okay/good. Since the one in Birmingham closed, I always seem to wish for the kabab salad and pepper stuffed appetizer. So when in Orlando recently looking for a house, I thought here is my chance to eat where I miss in Birmingham. Well I can stip thinking about this place now and realize that I haven't missed anything by it closing down in Bham. Frist I would like to say the goat cheese stuffed red peppers are still on the menu and still good. BUT the chicken kabob salad is no longer in existence. SO I WAS MAJORLY UPSET and settled on something I wasn't thrilled about. And it is definitely overpriced for the quality of food offerred. But it is worth mentioning that the atmosphere is great and staff pleasant. So if you like chains this is one worth trying.
(2)Gjuana W.
I love this place! Me and my fiance make it a must to come here a few times a month to sit outside at the bar and enjoy an ultimate pina colada and bahamarita (plus many others but those are our favorites). Even through my pregnancy I've been in and out to have a virgin version of my favorites. They have a steel drummer who sings and takes your experience to another location. Feels like I'm vacationing when I don't live too far away! It does get very busy around nights in the summer and close to holidays though, which when dining (especially inside) can become a negative when it comes to extremely long waits to order and receive your food. However, the food is always delicious and made to request every time.
(4)Patricia R.
My friend and I shared the seafood paella which has tilapia, shrimp, scallops, mussles, chicken and sausage tangled in with yellow rice and peas. It was a huge plate. If one person was eating it, there would be leftovers for the next meal. Talk about a burst of flavor in your mouth. We also shared the firecracker shrimp which became their favorite of the night.
(4)Kelley J.
I am a huge fan of this restaurant; The food had amazing flavor, looks great, definitely a five for the food. The waiter was very friendly and helpful, and I could hear the other staff members laughing and talking with guests, so five for them as well. The restaurant itself was nice, it looked clean and organized. The only downs to this place was the wait; and even that didn't take as long as expected, only about 10 minutes. The other was they got the receipt wrong, but it was a minor mistake with the sides. Overall, great place and it's highly recommended, especially for families!
(5)Rashad C.
Brilliant drinks and food!!
(4)Ricky H.
It was our first time here, and we will definitely be going back. I recommend the shrimp & lobster quesadillas and the adobo chicken tacos! The food was great and the service as well!
(5)Shelly W.
Thoroughly enjoyed this restaurant. The atmosphere, food, and service was great. I had the Cesar salad and shrimp and lobster quesadillas. Delicious. Also had the spicy mango mojito. Initially it didn't have enough heat, but they gave more in a glass, added it to my drink and it was GREAT! Would definitely go back.
(5)Rich G.
Rolled in to BB on the eve of a big convention down the road that I was attending. The place was pretty full of convention goers so we grabbed a booth in the bar area. This is a mega sized restaurant, think a small mall devoted to bar food . One cool feature of the restaurant is that does have a full wrap around outside patio and separate bar facing International Blvd. The service was attentive and they served up exactly what you would expect from a joint in this category. Three of us shared a few items as it was late and we had all just arrived from 3 different parts of the world. Tostones with Chicken Thick slices of home-fried plantains layered with chicken, sweet peppers, mushrooms, onions and cheese, topped with fresh tomato salsa. Basically nachos, sub plantains for chips. This was pretty tasty. Caesar Salad Self explanatory, romaine, classic Caesar, croutons and Parmesan cheese. A bit too much dressing. Warm Chocolate Pineapple Upside down Cake- Very Sweet and very rich. Good for a couple of bites. As mentioned above the staff, were all very friendly and professional and the food came out on time. You can tell they are used to be busy and handle the crowds well. I would not seek a place like this out normally, but given the area and proximity to the convention center and hotels, they do a nice job at BB and I would eat there again. 3.5 stars
(3)Slowsteady S.
Good Carribean food especially the jerk chicken wings. And the carribean sunrise to quench your thirst! Conveniently located near the outlets & lots of hotels. Paella was mediocre.
(4)Kent H.
I ordered the 3 fish tacos, tilapia. The ambiance was pretty cool and felt very vacation like. The avocado in the taco was a good addition. The tilipia consisted of fairly large pieces. I enjoyed the balsamic vinegar vine ripened tomato salad which I actually wished there was more in on the dish.
(3)Theresa N.
LOVE LOVE LOVE this place! My husband and I are in town for a business conference and we saw this place while driving by, it didn't look crowded and we were quite hungry so we pulled in! Well, they were pretty crowded after all but the host said it would only be 30 minutes so we decided to wait in the bar because they had live music and it was a guy singing reggae and playing the steel drums... I LOVE this type of music! A table in the bar opened up as we walked in so we decided to just stay in the bar and order from there (after all, we were pretty hungry!) We started with a cocktail and their homemade chips and salsa. Island themed Rum Drinks -Yum! Homemade chips and salsa - Yum! For dinner I ordered the grilled chicken with Cilantro Crema sauce (so good I asked for an additional side of the sauce!) and it came with mashed potatoes and roasted corm with 3 types of melted cheese. My husband ordered Creole Shrimp and ate every last bite. More Yum! For dessert we shared a rum cake and guess what? More Yum!
(5)Atnier R.
I have certain restaurants that I happily go to have just one thing. There's no need to try anything else because they do that one platter better than the others, or at least pretty darn good. Bahama Breeze has three of them. I really enjoy their coconut shrimp. They are big, they are tasty and you can dip them in mango salsa or just eat them like they are. I guess most people have it as an appetizer, but I'm fine ordering the lunch version. The first time I ordered it, I thought I was going to have space for dessert, but they are surprisingly filling. The second dish is what my girlfriend always craves and greatly enjoys: the jerk chicken pasta. Quite tasty and filling. I wouldn't give up my shrimp for it, but if the shrimp wasn't available, I wouldn't mind opting for the pasta. The third great thing about Bahama Breeze is quite simply, their virgin pina colada. I repeat, the virgin one, not the alcoholic version. It is one of the tastiest "smoothies' you can get. Hmm mmm mmm! Yummy! I had the one with alcohol once and it just messed up the fruit combo of pineapple and coconut. I have gone a couple of times to Bahama Breeze just for the pina colada. Just sit at the bar and sip away or take it on the road with you. It's that good. So there you go. Two great entrée choices and a fantastic pina colada. In case you want some appetizers, feel free to order them, we've had several different ones and they have all been pretty good. The ambiance is good too. Sometimes there's live music, but that's usually closer to the night scene, which is fun too by the way. Feel the Bahama Breeze!
(4)Darlene G.
I just saw a roach on the wall next to my seat while I was eating. I give a 3 because the place is still amazing as well as the food. They just need to tighten up on cleanliness
(3)Crystal O.
We came here after looking at resturants on Yelp. Being on our honeymoon and from CA we gave this place a shot. Half-off apps after 10PM also helped. We had Justin as our server and he was excellent!! Gave us recommendations on both food and drinks. We tried (over 3 visits) Fried Chicken Sliders, Onion Rings, Spinach & Artichoke Dip, Warm Goat Cheese, Firecracker Shrimp and Jerk Wings......All delish...We also tried the burgers. Served on toasted brioche bun, so good!!! Wishing we had one of these close to us.
(5)Daniel L.
Seriously can't decide if I prefer Olive Garden or Bahama Breeze in the Darden family. Guess it depends on my mood. First things first, if you like Barbancourt Rhum, you can get it here, although why you'd mix it in a drink is beyond me. Sip it, like a fine whiskey. Staff was friendly and efficient, which is sometimes hard to find in Orlando. Food came out quickly, nice and hot. I had the Carnitas rice bowl - Spanish style pork, chorizo sausage, corn, plantains, and yellow rice. Excellent dish!! I looked at the other dishes passing my table and everything looked good. Beware this location when it's raining, though. The roof leaks in several places in the restaurant. We were there during a typical central Florida deluge and the poor staff was throwing down side towels trying to keep the water at bay in the passageway to the bathrooms. They told us the shop is going through a $2 million renovation to solve the leaky roof. Bathroom was clean and hot water was available, always good signs. Prices are about average for the area. If you want something a little different but still want a chain restaurant experience, this is the place for you. Food served up with island flair.
(4)Toby L.
We have eaten here several times and have always have a great time. The atmosphere is very relaxed and the food is delicious. If you are visiting the area, this tropical paradise is what you would expect to see. If possible eat outside on the deck and enjoy the steel drums.
(5)Zac H.
I love this place for everything it is. BB brings you to the islands with the tropical atmosphere, live music and authentic cuisine. This place is one of my favorites.
(5)Chelle P.
I'm glad I didn't pay for last night's meal. The one man show was the best part of the meal. The food / service ---- I was not impressed at all. This is about the 3rd visit and the worse by far. The greeters were not that friendly. The food was bland , sloppy, and overcooked. The tastiest item that we had were the conch fritters, and I actually dont even care for conch. I had the fish tacos , the pieces of fish stayed too long on the grill, the black beans and rice were interesting. It was yellow rice with black beans on the bottom. I forgot black beans even came with it ! Friends had : the daily special ( salmon and shrimp with a huge sloppy serving of goopy sweet potatoes) - jerk chicken (when since jerk chicken is a breast only?). I am still trying to figure out the gooey , sloppy, sweet potatoes that came with their meals. Well, at least my son was happy -- he loved the mushy potatoes! :) I should have gone to Bonefish Grill or even Red Lobster ! ;0
(2)Lance S.
Food was great! Server was very helpful and catered to the kids beautifully....even though it was lunch and busy. We will be back to enjoy the food and atmosphere again! Thanks for a great lunch!
(5)Jared V.
I've always had excellent service when I came here, and the food has been prepared well. I was in the area anyway (would otherwise not attempt to go to an I-Drive establishment) and stopped in because I had been here before. I got attentive, fast service after being seated immediately. The hummus app is really tasty. They have standard, boring beer on tap. They used to have Widmer Hefeweizen on tap, but not this time. They didn't have Sam Adams Summer seasonal on tap either, but they had it in a bottle. The wife got a salad which she said was excellent, and I got a cuban sandwich with fries. The fries were outstanding. Really, some of the best fries I have ever had. I've had better cubans but I was in the mood for it and it hit the spot.
(4)JoAnna D.
I'm beginning to lose faith in Bahama Breeze. After several good - and some great - experiences at BB, I had a disappointing experience at the Wayne, NJ location.* And now, I've had another letdown in Orlando. I came here on a Sunday night with my mom & aunt, around 8:30pm. There was a 45 minute wait, but that's about the norm in Orlando. We were seated in a booth, put in our order, & relaxed. The three of us waited around 45 minutes after ordering, without seeing our waitress or getting any food. Other families & larger groups were seated, ordered, & began eating at the tables around us. Our conversation slowly died down as we couldn't hear each other over our grumbling stomachs. I ordered fish, and my mom & aunt both ordered pasta, so how could those dishes be taking so long? Our waitress passed our table, caught my eye, & did a double take. She ran off without saying another word. Minutes later, she came back to the table with a big loaf of bread & sincere apologies. "I don't know what's going on. Something happened in the kitchen ... a big mixup ... please take this bread while you wait, on the house. I'm so sorry!" About 15 minutes later, our food arrived. My fish was overcooked, and a bit burnt on one end, but there was no time to complain because I was starving! We opted against dessert because after our long wait for entrees, it was long past 10pm & we were getting tired. We didn't expect dinner to be a 2.5 hour ordeal - with 90 of those minutes spent waiting. If it wasn't for our kind waitress, I may have given this experience one star. She knew something got screwed up, whether it was her mistake or the kitchen's issue, but she did her best to make up for it. I love the food & atmosphere at Bahama Breeze, but, unfortunately, I will probably think twice before coming here again the next time I'm in Orlando. ______________ * yelp.com/biz/bahama-bree…
(2)Brad K.
I know it's a tourist type place. But the atmosphere is really nice. The food is always on the higher quality end and very tasty. Service was excellent. Prices very reasonable. What can I say. Even though I'm not a tourist, I really enjoyed this dining experience and would definitely go back. Side note: It gets really really busy for dinner here. So go early or expect to wait 1+ hours.
(4)Miko L.
I arrived at this location around 5:30 pm on November 1st 2014 . I decided to take my wife here for our anniversary . We were met by a very charming and polite young man outside of the establishment . Now upon entering my wife and I became very upset at the fact that the waiters and host made very rude comments. ( as if we we could not hear them) . The host did not want to seat us and made attempts to pass us on to someone else why laughing about it. My wife was very upset and it almost ruined our outting. The women who seated us displayed a very disrespectful attitude and rushed us to our seats. Once at our seat we were met by a very nice woman who began to serve us. My wife insisted that we leave and we did. I would never come to this place of business again it was very unprofessional and it seemed as if the costumers concerns and approval of the services rendered where not much of a concern to the staff. I felt as if we were being rushed.
(1)Jen L.
Food was good, but mojito was NOT the best... Try another drink. Nice family atmosphere so everyone can enjoy.
(4)Melissa R.
We went before a Conference and made reservations for 26 people but when we showed up they said they don't take reservations. They sat us at 4 different tables and tried to make the best of it. My food was just ok but other people in my group really enjoyed it. Service was good too.
(3)Barrie Q.
We stopped in for dinner whilst on vacation in the area. Despite not booking, a booth table was found for us quite quickly. John was our waiter and when asked, he helpfully suggested a few dishes we might consider. He listened to what size if dishes as well as type of ingredient before pointing out the a couple of appetisers. They were delicious and just the right quantity of food Substitutions for the main course was similarly no problem and so I had the baby ribs and garlic mash. Both were delicious. Service was prompt and courteous. The only tiny criticism, if you could count it was our server forgot a glass of water, but apologised and brought it straight over when reminded. The restaurant was busy, so it's understandable. All in all, great service, good food and a pleasant atmosphere.
(5)Shawn J.
Always good food and service. Found new great drink "The Painkiller"! Jerk chicken is great, so is the buttermilk fried chicken. The Aruba Red beer is always a treat. I wish they hadnt changed the Creole baked goat cheese though. It is now smaller and with large tortillas instead of the little toast. Someone must have found another $1 in profit there.
(4)Cynthia H.
We ate here during our vacation. We were pleasantly surprised. The food was very good, especially the coconut shrimp and the key lime pie. The service was excellent. We will definitely eat there again the next time we are in town.
(4)Anna T.
The baby back ribs is so big and tasty! Good for two girls to eat, add one fruit salad. Lemonade is kind of cocktail style, tastes good.
(5)Y. Abigail H.
Bahama Breeze... I came here with a large group during my week in Orlando last year. I had a pretty good experience! The wait was rather long, but it was ok because I had good company around me and we waited outside on the deck. I guess it must be a popular place, because it seemed very touristy. Nonetheless I still enjoyed my visit here. The restaurant has a very casual feel to it and it made it easier to relax and enjoy the meal. I ordered ribs and it was so delish! Good sauce on the ribs and the ribs was tender, fall of the bone type of tender! Also, They had coconut onion rings. I laaahve onion rings! And I laaahve coconuts, so the combo was terrific! (Yum, I am actually craving some as I type this review, my mouth is salivating... ; )) Honestly, I would definitely try to return here next time I am in Orlando. They are awesome!
(4)Heidi B.
After hearing a lot of great things about Bahama Breeze, I was honestly very excited to get to try out this chain for myself. Unfortunately, my experience was less than stellar. Because it happened to be a Sunday afternoon, we decided to start off by ordering a few alcoholic beverages. I had a refreshing mojito and my partner in crime had a caribbean zombie. We both agreed that our drinks were delicious, and I do admit that I wouldn't mind going back and having another mojito again someday soon. It was really the quality of the food at Bahama Breeze that I was not impressed with at all. Although the menu is very diverse and the descriptions of all of the menu items sounded delicious, the curry chicken rice bowl that I ordered tasted bland. Additionally, the amount of food in my rice bowl (especially for a dinner menu item) was less than expected, which is always great when you're starving. And after having a bite of the cuban sandwich that my bf ordered, I realized that it wasn't just my bad luck. His sandwich tasted cheap, flavorless, and hastily made as well. I do have to comment, however, that our service at the restaurant was fine, and also that our drinks were delicious. But really, what is the point in going to a restaurant if the food isn't good?
(2)B A.
The service at this location is mediocre. I ordered two alcoholic drinks, the tropical storm and a skinny margarita. Both drinks were horrible very watered down tasted like melted ice as soon as I received them. I also ordered the grilled Jamaican jerk chicken and there was no sauce. I mean it just came out as grilled chicken and I know what jerk chicken tastes like and that wasn't it. Well at least the mashed potatoes were good. The service wasn't so good I guess because there was so many people there. I can say the best thing about this place was the performer.
(2)Adriana A.
So my fiance wanted to take me to dinner and walk around International Drive, we decided to eat at Bahama Breeze. I really enjoyed the laid back atmosphere. We sat outside on the patio area and it was very cozy. There was a performer tonight, not sure of his name but he played the steel drums and sang. I will say the menu is too big, way too many choices... it was a bit overwhelming. Once we decided what to eat, the food came quickly and it was very very good. My tips are be prepared to be overwhelmed a little by the menu and also since it is on International Drive, it was rather pricey, but it's to be expected in a tourist area such as I Drive. Over all I liked it and I'm sure we will be back.
(4)Michelle C.
A couple of my friends and I decided to dine at Bahama Breeze on July 4th. We were able to be seated almost immediately after entering the establishment. Our waiter was super attentive and he took the time to describe some of their special menu items and also suggested a few cocktails to try. We ended up ordering conch fritters, yuca fries, and stuffed tomatoes for appetizers. I also ordered the Parrot Passion cocktail. Conch Fritters were really good. Nicely fried exterior and the conch had a good chew to it. There was also a sweet and tangy dipping sauce for that. Yuca fries were delicious. The yuca is fried in truffle oil and it comes with a tomato-based dipping sauce. Stuffed tomatoes were served cold. There was a medley of different veggies from corn to garbanzo beans to green beans all stuff into a tiny tomato. It was very light and refreshing; a definite good choice for vegetarians or people who are counting calories. The Parrot Passion Cocktail was nice. It had a good amount of alcohol in it. It tasted very lemony and fruity in general; comes with a garnish of lime. For the entrees, I ordered the Coconut Shrimp and the Jerk Chicken Pasta. The coconut shrimp is a house specialty and it was definitely very tasty. The breading was light and crunchy; it seems to be served with the same dipping sauce as the conch fritters. The Jerk Chicken Pasta had a nice kick to it from the jerk seasonings but it was well balanced by the cream sauce in the pasta. Everything tasted pretty good. The small plate appetizers were all around $5-7 dollars a plate. The entrees are from $10-20 depending if you are ordering a burger or a fish.
(4)Vicky C.
While the atmosphere was cool and food was good after we had to return our seafood chowder to have it hot to eat....service is slow at best, other servers waited on us more than our original server who was all over the Restuarant . Management needs to manage
(3)Adam G.
I've always enjoyed my time at Bahama Breeze. Whether at the bar or at a table, I've never had a problem with the staff. My previous trips were years before I discovered Yelp, so I'd say that my experience this weekend shows consistency throughout the years. First off, they were playful and attentive to our requests for our daughter. Always a huge plus. A small fruitcup with several grapes and several slices of pineapple is fine. The chicken tenders were good, nice crunchy breading and a generous amount of fries. The wife's burger was perfectly cooked, tasty, though the 2 slices of bacon left something to be desired (tiny). I had the carnita rice bowl. Roasted pork, sauteed sausage, corn, sweet plaintains on yellow rice. A good lunch portion and I was satisfied. It was all nicely cooked, but the plaintains sold it for me. The highlight for me was really the beef empanadas. I love empanads and will try them anywhere. These were perfectly cripsy without being greasy, great seasoned meet and the potatoes inside were finaly diced and soft. The only real disappointment for me was the spicy mango mojito. For $8, I'd like a decent drink. The entire glass was filled to the rim with crushed ice, so there really wasn't much to drink, neither was it spicy. Little hint of mango and no hint of mint. It was more like a margarita. So I siwtched to the Aruba Red after that and I was good. Towards the time we were leaving, the guy had just gotten outside on the steel drums doing a little Hotel California. The guy could play. I'd love to have been there during warmer and less windy weather to enjoy the music.
(4)Kristen L.
Not bad at all for a chain restaurant. I love any where that I can eat outside. This location has three outdoor patios and outdoor bar/waiting area. We went around 6:30pm and beat the crowd. When we left at 8pm it was packed. We sat on the Sunset patio around the back and it was quieter. The front patio had loud music and was pretty lively. The service was friendly but not really with it. Every time an order came out a server just walked around the patio asking whose food it was. Our server was very nice but fairly slow, especially with drink refills. The fresh fish was pretty good. But they forgot my side dish and then it didn't come out until I was already done with my fish. The pricing here was also a bit cheaper than some of the other restaurants with fresh fish. Really not bad overall.
(3)Sarah K.
Stopped here for dinner one night while vacationing with my family in Orlando, and was not disappointed! We dined with a party of 5 and all of us absolutely loved our experience here. The restaurant was huge, and completely packed, something we took as a good sign, but also were skeptical about how long we would have to wait to be seated. We were pleasantly surprised to get seated immediately, at a large table outside on their deck. Our server was very fun and friendly, something we appreciate that isn't always easy to find anymore. He was attentive and polite, and helped to really make our experience a good one. We started off each ordering a different drink from their drink menu, and each of us loved our choice. I really enjoyed the pina colada/margarita drink, and only wish it would've come in a bigger glass. It didn't take us long to get our meals, which was surprising due to how packed the restaurant was, and we all were very happy with how each of our dishes tasted. You definitely won't leave this place feeling hungry, as the portion sizes are huge. Really loved the food, service, and atmosphere of this place and will be returning on our next trip to Orlando!
(5)Suzie H.
Bomb Cuban sandwich! The ahi tuna and yuca fries were also good I've had better but four stars for the sandwich! It was one of the best I've had.
(4)Amanda R.
This restaurant was right across from our hotel and the huge covered patio with live music looked inviting, so we stopped in for dinner and drinks. Didn't realize it was a chain until we got there and there were photos on the menu - a bad sign! Our server seemed miserable (understandable since the patio was very busy and he was probably overworked) and none of the 3 employees we talked to seemed to understand what gluten was. Drinks were weak and food was rather bland. Pulled pork app was cold, chicken tostones had very little meat. This ended up being the most expensive and least satisfying meal of our trip, kind of like a Caribbean-themed TGI Friday's - definitely a generic tourist/family spot. Go further down the street to Pointe Orlando for some great, non-touristy options!
(2)Patty W.
I LOVE! The atmosphere makes me feel like I should be at the beach dipping my toes in the sand and having a fruity drink. The calypso music makes that very welcoming while it plays in the background. The drinks are ridiculous. I had a bahamarita and a sunset beverage, which are addicting. We shared the corn cakes for our appetizer and it came with a mango salsa and butter to top them with. Yum. I settled for the Cuban sandwich, which consisted of ham, roast pork, salami, Swiss cheese, with mayonnaise. This sandwich usually is with mustard instead of mayo, but I definitely am sticking with the mayo from now on. It tastes so much better. Of course, the portion of black beans and yellow rice as well as fries for the sides was a lot. I was lucky enough to take half of the sandwich back to the hotel for leftovers. Our waitress was really sweet and she gave us excellent recommendations on what to order. What a beautiful time!
(5)Steven C.
It looked pretty neat from outside, but a basic restaurant inside. The mixed drinks were very good but kinda small. The food wasn't any better then any other restaurant. Enjoyed the steel drum musician. As a tourist it was fun to experience once, but I wouldn't go back regularly
(3)Caberia S.
I was very impressed with the service and the food was great. I hope there's one in Chicago. Great atmosphere, this is a hot spot!
(5)Annie R.
Very enjoyable experience. Ordered Beef Empanadas for appetizers and I loved them especially with fruit salsa. Enjoyed the Jerk Chicken Pasta and was so happy that they have an option of the lighter portion, which was large. It was great. My husband who likes very spicy food ordered Chicken Curry Rice bowl. It was not spicy enough for him and chutney was served on top. It would have been better for him to have the chutney on the side to keep it from being so sweet. We definitely will go back
(4)Ann J.
Waited 45 min. For table, was seated then manager asked us to switch tables and was complemented to two free appetizers . Was worth the wait .
(4)Jim S.
Had lunch here today and ordered the coconut shrimp that many Yelpers have recommended. All I can say is wow, you guys have good taste. I may eat here one more time before I leave town just for that item. I also really liked the casual Caribbean vibe and our cute and super nice server Rebecca. Don't miss this place if you're in the area.
(4)Chris M.
The service was good ... that's about all I have to say.
(2)Jonathan M.
Service was poor. Food is pretty good for the price. The ribs we're fall off the bone tender. Good ribs but not great ribs. Our entrees came out before our appetizer. Our waiter was very nice but very forgetful on a lot of things. If your in the mood for a moderately priced island themed chain restaurant then this is your place.
(3)Jon K.
In the same way Darden Restaurants created the Olive Garden based on Italy, they've created Bahama Breeze based of of the islands. Let's not fool anyone though. This is a chain restaurant through and through. The only thing "international" here is the name of the road. That being said, they do have a menu that is safe for everyone, as none of the dishes are too ethnic or spicy. There is a big focus on appetizers and drinks (as I'm sure they are the money makers.) The food itself is good and the portions are large. Come hungry. As far as this specific location, it can be very busy Friday and Saturday night. We may all be used to grabbing the vibrating device that let's us know when our table is ready, but you can wait well over an hour even with a reservation. Unless you're a tourist or entertaining a large crowd, you'll probably find quicker eats elsewhere in town.
(4)Shar F.
This place has good drinks, i lovvveee the ultimate pina colada. I personally call it pina pina lol Go try it!
(5)Kate H.
Great lunch today! I had the combo shrimp/lobster empanadas with a salad.it was a bit expensive for lunch, but it has good food, lots of parking and a good atmosphere.
(4)Geoff B.
We came here on the advice of a friend who used to live in Orlando. I ordered some crab claws, which were way overcooked and drowning in butter. Now, I like crab and butter as much as the next guy, but these claws were mush. No amount of melted butter could save them. My wife and sister's meals were good. I had high hopes when my meal came with Cuban Bread, but it turned out to just be French Bread. Have Americans always called it that, or only since that whole Freedom Fries thing? The atmosphere was okay, but the hostess didn't seem to care. The waitress was nice enough. We came here because other places were too far of a drive. Probably wouldn't come back if given the choice. Also, we might have seen a drug deal outside, so at least we got that "Miami Experience" without having to make the trek to Miami.
(3)Katie L.
Mojitos didn't have the sugar stick anymore.... that's the only reason I used to like this place. Tostones appetizer was super dry. Croquettes were delicious. Coconut shrimp dinner was good. A little too oily for me but they give you a lot of food. Banana bread dessert was good, filling and very sugary.
(3)Brian I.
This place was the last meal before flying back to europe after a good vacation. And the place was fit for a farewall meal.. Just really good food... Good and kind service and i love the relaxed atmosthere inside.. Try the coconut shrimps; they are soooo good Hoping to come back.
(4)M C.
Was at this location while in town for family event and ate here twice for a lunch and a dinner. The service was great on both occations. The food was delicious and portioned correctly for the price. If you want to eat a meal in a place that will provide you a nice ambiance that is not quite upscale, but definitly not as casual as "Dennys" then this is your place. Take advantage of the "free" valet parking...
(4)Eric P.
The first location of this Darden chain, this Bahama Breeze is in the middle of Orlando's International Drive tourist district. This means you'll have to brave traffic and general crowded-ness to get here. The parking lot is small (and nearby venues have patrolling tow trucks to ensure you don't steal their precious spaces, either), so count on using For all that effort ... I wanted the meal to be better. Don't get me wrong, the food is good. And fortunately, over the years, they've learned to add "lighter portion" options -- as almost every entree is served super-sized (a notch below, perhaps, Cheesecake Factory's bigger-than-your-head standard size, but still more than a single serving). And it is better than sister restaurants Olive Garden and Red Lobster. But nowhere near the quality of sibling Seasons 52, which is in the same price category. And this location, well ... it's showing its age and the volume of traffic it gets. If you go: Coconut Shrimp is a winner, as are the beef empanadas (formerly known as "West Indies Patties"), which come with a lovely apple-mango salsa and sour-cream dip. I've not had something yet I didn't like ... just few things I'd, well, love. If I want to dine at a Bahama Breeze, I'll definitely look to try one of their newer locations flung around the metro area ... away from the I-Drive crowd.
(3)Brian W.
Fun mojitos and foofoo drinks ! Try to go early or late as it gets very busy with tourists !
(4)Bill T.
Wow, I hadn't been to a Bahama Breeze in a long time, I was really missing out. We used to frequent the one in Altamonte but the last few times were just okay. The cocktails, food and service here are excellent. They have, easily, the best selection of rums in the area and make some great drinks with nice fresh ingredients. We asked them to make their "Original Daiquiri" with Appleton Estate rum, which they happily accommodated, with delicious results. Their lump crab and shrimp appetizer was also very fresh and tasty, and a nice portion to boot. We had their fresh fish and Paella for entrees and both were excellent. Service was great too, we just need to save room for desert next time. Like a trip to the islands just 20 minutes from my house!
(5)Cheryl G.
I don't typically rate chain food restaurants, because really what is the point. But I had to post something out about Bahama Breeze in regards to terrible management decisions and overall bad restaurant decisions. First of all, I stopped by after arriving later in the evening to the Orlando area for work. The national championship game is on and I wanted to catch up on some work. First problem, no internet.. really.. it's 2015 Bahama Breeze.. get with the times. Second, the game is on, several patrons wanted to listen to the volume.. the nice server went to the back to talk to the manager and came back with a NO. Really.. so you don't want to make your patrons happy??? I get that you don't want sports stuff on for the most part but there are exceptions, Superbowl, National Championship games etc... We are Americans and we need a little positive stuff now and again, throw us a bone BB... ugh.. I come to Orlando a few times a month, won't come back to this place again.
(1)M A.
The hostess was not friendly, but our waitress was awesome. The cuban black bean soup was excellent, but the banana plantains were ripe. My friend from Jamaica said they were no good. The waitress did not charge me for the meal, but I had higher hopes for this place. I would say it is hit or miss.
(3)Joselyn Y.
Before coming to this location, I had no idea that Bahama Breeze was a chain, despite there one being in MA, which is where I live! My sister and I came to this place after coming out of wonder works and feeling oh-so-hungry. So naturally, we consulted Yelp! And what a place! Omg we got the Jamaican jerk chicken wings, grilled chicken with creme de cilantro, and the salmon with pasta sauce and creme sauce and everything was amazing. The Jamaican jerk wings came out fast and omggg, so so good! They were large wings and were cooked just right. Also, our waiter was awesome, he seemed friendly and peppy and was still that way even after we interuptted him to let him know we knew what Yuuca was (I felt bad about coming off as being rude so I left a 20% tip but man, hunger is terrible). Anyway, our waiter gave me some suggestions for drinks that I could get and at Bahama Breeze, they don't play around. After 2 drinks I was like what?! In Boston, for $8 a drink they water that down for you! But anyway, our food was excellent as was the service (when our food came out someone who looked like a chef gave us our food and was happy at what we ordered). My pasta with salmon was simply amazing-- its been too long since I had a good pasta/salmon combo. I left buzzed and happy with my sister as my sober driver (lol?) and we noticed the sign on the door as we left urging customers to please not drive drunk (the sign even said that the mangement would find a way to get you home-- thats really saying something!). Overall, really, really loved this place and can't WAIT to try the one in MA when the chance comes up.
(4)Candace W.
Great drinks, great food, great place! They have so many good choices on the menu. Now, i only have one bone to pick with this place, its on i drive so it gets crazy packed around dinner time, i usually get take out. But if i have the time to sit down to eat, it delivers. I'm not the outdoorsy type, so i prefer to sit inside, but its nice when the band is playing. My favorites: Coconut shrimp.. crack Jamaican jerk wings Empandas Tropical chicken salad Chocolate Pineapple upside cake; AMAZING!!!! This place will forever take my money
(4)Caren C.
Sat outside for over 15 minutes with no service. Not even water. Told the hostess when we got up and left, she didn't even care. Went to Millers Ale House instead. Much better!
(1)Jennifer L.
They have changed the concept so much to only serve "easy prepared" food forgetting what brought them where they are. The quality food the had when first opened is gone in the "new" menu. Almost every dish we enjoyed in the past is gone, so there is no reason for us to come back.
(1)Emari H.
Blah... We got a recommendation for this place but the food was 'blah', service, 'eh', and cleanliness 'eeeeeew'. We got Caesar salad & quesadilla and chicken Cobb salad. In my Cobb salad, chicken was like cardboard and who puts pine nuts in Cobb??? They serve with vinaigrette and blue cheese dressing but I'd just rather have two blue cheese dressing (I had to ask for more). Salads do not come with bread nor anything else so I also had to ask for a piece of bread. That bread (Cuban bread) actually the best part of the meal. I watched our waiter clean the table next to us with a piece of paper towel, hopefully it was at least wet! He swept off the food crumbs onto the floor and then went on to setting up the setting. I was grossed out as I was staring at food crumb still left on the chair...Eeew The other wait staff was cleaning their tables with a cleaning spray so don't know why this dude decided to not use it. Hubby's quesadilla looked decent but their pico de gallo was just a cut up tomatoes & few pieces of onions. Even I, the Japanese girl, can make a better one :( Well, we decided that this was a fake 'Tommy Bahama' type of restaurant and we get what we pay for... Nice decor and possibly a good place to enjoy an afternoon drink with appetizers.
(2)James O.
The other two Bahama Breeze restaurants in town are good, but avoid this one. Good luck calling ahead because they don't like answering the phone. There is always a wait and for food that's the same as the one in Buena Vista or Altamonte Springs, I'll pass.
(2)Rebecca C.
This place is a ok for a chain. We loved the firecracker shrimp appetizer. I definitely recommend it. The sweet potato mash potatoes were good and the fish was pretty good.
(3)Kent J.
Nice atmosphere. Seating inside and out. I prefer the bar. Steven the bartender was a real pro. Great customer service and very personable. Actually, all the bartenders were VERY helpful. No problem with my special request for vegetable paella (not on the menu). Great Mojito.
(4)Angel J.
EVERYTHING WAS EXCELLENT! The dessert, the food, the cocktails, the service. One of my wife's favorite all time restaurants!
(5)Josh A.
Eh, it was ok. The service was good, the onion rings were good, the fruit salad was good. My Cuban sandwich was tasteless and the prices were too high for me. $11 for a Cuban? Come on man, it's a Cuban sandwich, not a freakin steak! The Cuban that I get at home, blows this one away, no contest, AND it's half the price. If you venture out from the hotels and touristy crap here, Orlando is actually palatable. Less traffic, less lines, cheaper prices. This part of Orlando sucks though. It's overpriced and crowded.
(2)Miyana H.
Meh, it was okay. The fish tacos were... Eh? Their chicken tho.. I think it was the jerk chicken? Appetizer. Not sure. They were scrumptious super tasty. Just another franchise tho.
(2)Libby W.
Olive Garden is to Italian Cuisine what Bahama Breeze is to Caribbean Cuisine. Bahama Breeze, like Olive Garden is a Darden Restaurant chain. Don't come here for authentic food come here for a solid lunch bite. Decent food at decent prices, nothing that is going to wow you, or hurt your wallet. My favorite is the tilapia fish tacos, which it's a pity they don't put them on the dinner menu. The tacos are great and I do love the spicy aioli that comes with them. I get them with the rice and beans which I also like. I was surprised that it wasn't over salted. The Cuban sandwich is good, but the bread is super toasty and crumbles easily, making a mess, and making me embarrassed making such a mess. The appetizers I've had have been very good. The west indies beef patties seems to be a favorite with the group I was dining with and also the coconut shrimp. They have frozen cocktails that your mother would love because they are a nice blend of fruity, not over powering but by no means stiff. Great for groups but this depends on who your server is. Been there twice with large groups, once was fabulous, the other time they couldn't get the drink orders straight.
(3)Tom B.
Ok I HATE CHAINS!! Let me get that clear, They usually suck. But when your in Disney its all you got. Never been to BB, Really kinda Poo Poo'ed on the place, but at the instance of the group we went. First the place is huge. The service is great, expected that, Thanks Ceaser you Rock!! Did not expect the Live music, Fantastic! The food Awesome! Really! BBQ Jerk Wings, Crab and Avocado Tower, Corn Cakes, Crab Claws and Giant Beers and big cold Jagers. Really I was shocked!! It was good, really good. I will go back when in the Atl. You have won me over BB
(4)Daryl S.
Great restaurant for food and fun! Service very attentive and good direction. Both families and business folks alike will enjoy this atmosphere.
(5)Tim S.
Bahama Breeze is smack in the middle of a tourist hotbed. Food and drinks are average but the prices are high. This places can get super crowded at night so get there early or expect to wait.
(3)Tim D.
Great meal great service! I had pulled pork mini's & fries. Very good!
(4)D D.
Once again Bahama Breeze did not disappoint. Went here for lunch with the kids and parents and everybody loved their food. The service was great also, we had Darren B. as our server. I wish I could go back.
(5)Ivan D.
I liked this restaurant so much years ago that I had to come back. Overall the food was great, except one dish (curry based) that we had to send back as incredibly sweet. Everybody had a good experience and my fiancée already said we'll come back next year.
(4)Isabelle G.
I would like to come here and mourn the removal of the Chicken Santiago from their menu. What the heck man, that was the BEST dish!
(1)Tatiana B.
I enjoy Bahama Breeze. I always get the same dishes because in places like this I like to go safe. First off, the mango caipirinha is deeeelicious. We always get the tostones with chicken which we love. Fried plantains topped with shredded chicken, cheese, peppers, tomatoes, mushrooms and topped with fresh tomato salsa. We also like to get the coconut shrimp which are decent. For the entree, my BF and I get the same thing because we really, really like it. The chicken with cilantro crema is awesome. Grilled chicken breast, mashed potatoes and roasted corn topped with a blend of three melted cheeses. They top the chicken and the potatoes with a delicious cilantro-cream sauce and give you some on the side too (I always ask for more). If you have space for dessert, the Chocolate Island (chocolate mousse on a fudge brownie swimming in milk chocolate sauce and vanilla bean anglaise) is your poison. The outdoor sitting at this location is nice.
(3)Kristi J.
Best restaraunt ever! Bahama Breeze offers a wide variety of unique dishes. Everything is fresh and pretty healthy, depending on what you get. I ordered the Black Bean Soup, a Salmon Tostada Salad and my husband and I shared an Ahi Tuna appetizer that was to die for. Now if they would only open a Bahama Breeze in Northern Virginia!
(5)Summer B.
Really great food and ambiance that encourages you to relax and enjoy the Caribbean vibe. The service was good (although I could use a water refill once) and the menu is diverse with Tapas (a small serving) for $5 then larger appetizers and full meals for more. I highly recommend the chicken empanadas tapas. They were delish! Also I had this dish of twice fried plantains with chicken and cheese that were awesome! Like nachos but better! Also had a great Mohito! The only thing I didn't like was the stuffed Zucchini tapas
(4)Jeff S.
The food was very good. Great wings and coconut shrimp for starters. Then I had a wood grilled tuna that was cooked to perfection. The service was quick but our waiter was very abrupt and short with us. He could have been much more pleasant. Overall a good meal. It was bust but we were able to call ahead and have our name put on the list and then got a table a soon as we got to the resturaunt.
(4)Chris B.
We had to go all 3 nights of our visit. A co-worker was fond of the bartendress. So we probably got better than average service. It wa a good place to belly up and have a couple beers. The food was alright, I can't complain. and considering the area it's in- I'd go back.
(3)Robert S.
I had never been to a Bahamas Breeze, but it looked tempting. I had a lunch there and I ordered the Grilled Shrimp Tropical fruit salad as well as the BBQ pork on plantains small plate. Both were delicious. The fruit in the salad was fresh and sweet. Overall a good chain restaurant. Great Caribbean fare at decent prices. They have a nice outdoor terrace area that is shaded ...
(3)Allie R.
This place doesn't deserve a star! i should have known. its like any other chain restaurant. nothing fresh everything taken out of the freezer and fried stirred in sugar and plated!! I ordered a salmon salad which turned out to be 1100 calories and 53g of fat!!
(1)Kevin S.
Went here based on Yelp reviews, and overall it was a good dinner. The parking lot was pretty crowded, but it's a big place and we walked right in and were seated right away. Service was... "robotic" was the word my wife used. Very methodical, not very personable. Case in point: My son's water cup was empty. The waitress came to the table in a monotone voice said, "Remove the lid from his cup so I can refill it." I would have expected something more like, "Would you like some more water? Okay, would you mind taking the lid off for me please?" I think our waitress had a little bit too much on her plate (so to speak). She did make a point to check on us at designated time intervals, but we were waiting for a noticeable period of time to get our check in the end. The food was good. No real complaints. It just wasn't like "WOW! THAT WAS THE BEST ___________ EVER!" Nothing to rave about or write home to Mom. I was surprised after the fact that my mom actually told me this is a chain owned by the same company that owns Olive Garden and Red Lobster. That makes sense. I'm a little disappointed though, because I make an effort to find local / non-chain restaurants when we go on vacation, and I didn't realize Bahama Breeze was part of a restaurant megapoly.
(3)Scooter N.
While in Orlando you absolutely must try Bahamas Breeze! Great atmosphere wonderful service. The coconut shrimp are to die for! Had tilapia and burger. Both were very good. I will visit this restaurant on every trip to Orlando.
(5)Steve L.
I think everything has been said - so enjoy the pics of the food I posted!
(4)Shyrra B.
Not impressed. Great service. Terrible food and drinks. Ugh.
(2)JP H.
Ok so my review of Bahama Breeze is based on their food not their service. Location layouts are all pretty much the same. Tropical! Anyway the food is really good. I always get one of their steak dishes with seasoned potato's and veggies. It's always the same in freshness and quality. Their appi's are always pretty good and we always order 2 along with our dinner. The closest one to our place in Winter Park. it's about 7 miles or so on Semoran Blvd. When visiting the Orlando area you should give them a try, They have live music at night so it''s a nice plus when you are eating in their outdoor area.
(4)Samm P.
Visit here Wednesday when I was in Orlando. I had a great time. Drinks aren't strong. Besides that, the food and atmosphere was excellent. I had a Bahamarita & pan seared salmon & Sauted shrimps.. Excellent. My bf has the seafood paella (think that's how it's spell) an pineapple coconut martini.. Also excelltent. Would definitely go again to try other dishes.
(5)Mike A.
I was in Orlando on business and I typically try local restaurants instead of chains. However, based on the great reviews I decided to give it a try, and I'm glad I did. I went mid-week toward the end of the lunch rush, and I was seated immediately. Typical tropical theme...bright colors, lively murals and Jimmy Buffet playing in the background. I half expected to see life-size statue of a pirate with a stuffed parrot perched upon his shoulder. Much to my relief, I either missed it or it wasn't there. It wasn't too loud at the time I was there, but I can see where this place would come fully alive at night. I started with the firecracker shrimp at the recommendation of my waitress. Delicious and plentiful. Enough for two people to share. For the entree, I went with the coconut shrimp. It came with yellow rice and I opted for the mashed sweet potatoes over the broccoli that was listed in the menu. I agree with previous reviewers that the coconut shrimp is good, but I wouldn't go so far as to say it is great. I've had my share of coconut shrimp, and there's nothing special about these. The sides were okay. When offered a dessert, I asked if they were made in the restaurant or at least locally. My waitress said the key lime pie was made in-house, so that's what I ordered. A slightly different twist from the usual (at least where I'm from) - it had a meringue. Wow - it was great. I can definitely recommend their key lime pie. All in all, a positive experience. The people were friendly, and the food was good.
(4)Alix K.
I'm 13wks pregnant and wasn't sure about tryin a carribean type food and spending money I may throw up. lol. But this place was very good. Jerk chicken is great! :) If you come to Orlando/Kissimmee, FL go here at least one night. And if you can, sit with Ernest - big, bald, sweet as pie & efficient waiter. We sat on the heated patio and got live music. It was mood setting and not too cheesy or gimmick-y. Which was a fear of mine when we got there. I loved the ambience and food. If lived here, would definately be a 'regular' night out option.
(4)Thien C.
Parmesan pork lion - awesome! Cuban sandwich - eh.' Caribbean jerk shrimp - delicious!
(5)Bill H.
I've eaten here a couple of times. Nice decor, good service. My Cuban sandwich was okay.
(3)Richard B.
Hard to go wrong with Coconut shrimp and fresh stone crab. They give you a generous portion of both, and after cracking your way around a pound of stone crab, you might actually feel like you lost calories in the deal.
(3)Michelle P.
Great food, although it isn't authentic island food. Jerk pasta? Great atmosphere to sit outside and eat/ have drinks/ listen to music outside on a warm evening.
(3)Patrick H.
Excellent service and food. While the wait was bit long it was worth it. For drinks we had a mojito and a pina colada. Both we good. For an appetizer we had creole goat cheese and it was delicious. If you order this eat it all even the bell peppers the cheese is served in,you won't be disappointed. For our main courses we had the chicken Santiago and the chicken. Jerk pasta. This restaurant offer a light portion version of most dishes and even then your in no danger of going hungry. The Santiago chicken was good and the fried yucca side was nice. But the sauce of the jerk chicken pasta was to die for. I highly recommend it. For desert Rebecca's key lime pie is a great choice.
(4)lori l.
Despite a full crowd and arriving with a large group we were seated earlier than predicted. The outdoor bar area was spacious and comfortable with the exception to the hot Orlando night which made the wait for a table quite pleasant. The menu is quite extensive with a lot of great appetizer options as well as entrees. Our large group was accommodated quickly and without errors. I enjoyed the jerk chicken pasta and had ordered the large size portion. WRONG! It was huge and I could not do it justice! Friends enjoyed some very spicy wings and lobster quesadilla which were tasty! Fun, casual atmosphere, large portions and reasonable pricing.
(4)Christopher R.
Love this place. It's one of my favorite places to eat when we visit Orlando. The food is always good and service is always friendly and fast. They mix some killer drinks, and you HAVE to order the onion rings. Onion rings....nuff said
(5)Brenden S.
I am a gluten free and at first glance they didn't have a gluten free option. The waitress was AMAZING and had the kitchen make me a gluten free meal. Just awesome! Drinks were also REAL and not watered down. :)
(4)Jill F.
Went here while I was on vacation with my friends. Pretty satisfied, cool restaraunt! A little pricey for the meals being small portions, but its on I-Drive so thats kind of a given that it'll be a little more expensive. LOCATION: In the heart of I-Drive, great spot to walk around after you eat and look at gift shops and many other stores. DECOR: Really cool layout and decorations. The outside has tables with tiki torches everywhere to look all tropical and even a live band on certain nights. The inside is really cool, very big place and lots of plants and fish tanks. FOOD: I ordered some kind of carribean jerk chicken, it was pretty good. It came with a tropical salsa that had pineapple and mango chunks in it. It was a very different dish, something cool to try if your not used to that sort of food. Most of the items on their menu are like that, so if your someone who likes traditional meals this may not be the place for you (although, they do have traditional meals like ribs and burgers too). SERVICE: Average, friendly waitress. Had to wait around 30 minutes for a table, but we hungout outside by the bar so it wasn't a bad wait.
(4)Tim B.
Excellent food and conch With a rum punch in my hand I closed my eyes and felt like it was in the islands
(5)Umar B.
Had a great experience at this place while in Orlando.Great ambience and food has heaping portions and im not even talking about the main entrée but more like the appetizer which is like a meal in itself and the prices are decent.If the appetizers are very plentiful just how much the food you will get on the entrée.Great wait staff too but yes it does has too many tourists which is to be expected being that Universal Studios is right nearby as well as other theme parks so its obviously going to attract that crowd and it can get a little noisy but overall its a great place,when im in Orlando area again I will definitely come here again.
(4)Steven S.
Awesome place!! Has the feel of a chain restaurant but because I am from the Northeast, it was different for us. Nice setting, very tropical looking. Ordered an app of pulled pork on plantains, delicious! Mixed drinks (rum runner & ultimate margarita) were fantastic. Meals were fish tacos & chorizo sliders, both were excellent. If you are visiting the area for Universal & are looking for something different, check out this place. You won't be disappointed.
(5)Ricardo M.
I Love it!!!! I highly recommend, full bar but the waitress need to be more friendly
(4)Emily S.
i was recommend to come to this restaurant and i'm glad I did. We waited about 20 minutes for a table and it was well worth the wait. Bahama Breeze offers a nice atmosphere with friendly servers. I ordered a frozen drink which was so good and cool looking with different color layers and I had a entree salad which was by far amazing and it had grilled chicken and all different types of fruits mixed in. Prices were reasonable for a place like this with good quality food. Overall, I definitely recommend trying this place.
(5)Colin M.
Big fan! Been going for over 10 years. Really like the I-Drive location, its the only one that has some rear outdoor seating which you can request during cooler times, great at night. Try the 'Jerk Chicken Past', it''s their signature dish...and the 'Bananas Supreme' for dessert. Killer combo.
(5)Kellie D.
I ate 3 times here on vacation for one reason...mind blowing drinks! Can you say yummie!!!! My friend's Bahamas Rita was a little work of art and FORGET about my Ultimate Margarita on the rocks with salt!!!! Fab!!!...you can keep the mediocre food and just get me a refreshing bevvie!!!! While the coconut shrimp were decent, the rest of the fare was typical chain restaurant ...calorie saturated and lathered in cheese! Skip it and get your drink on while sitting outside surrounded by rustling palm trees and blazing tiki torches while listening to the dulcet sounds of piped in Caribbean music.
(3)Jessica A.
Great decor. Quick seating and good service. Onion rings as an app were great. Crisp ... Not too greasy. Had a Cuban sandwich for dinner with tomato salad. Eh it was ok. Sandwich did not have much of a taste to it. The Cuban place where I live in SC is a lot better. For the price, I would rather go elsewhere.
(2)Avi P.
After driving down this drive of endless restaurants we decided to stop at this cool plantation style building to try out what they had to offer.. As you enter you are greeted from the outside of this restaurant with the lively caribbean music over the speakers welcoming you in.. Initial setup is like a regular chain restaurant however with comfy waiting chairs next to a very colorful fish tank to help you past your wait time.. Arriving here early evening, we did not have to wait to long however I can see this place easily getting over packed and the waiting being a bit later in the evening . Dont get it wrong however the restaurant is a large one and is split into 3 sitting areas as well as an outdoor cover patio which seems to be the main drink area since the bar is outside.. The service was quick and very helpful, unfortunately we had a new waiter helping us and our order was mixed up but being in such light mood and mostly sorry for the guy we kept what we had made it work although he denied it was our mistake.. The food we had was good however it was definetly a watered down version of real carribean food.. The waiters were from the caribbean so their accents helped in creating the feel of actually being right there on an island. Drinks were very interesting and they seem to carry a variety of drinks or copies of drinks you would find in the caribbean. Overall the atmosphere was relaxing, the staff seemed friendly and the drinks were good.
(4)Melly N.
You can definitely see that Darden is cutting corners. You can not specially order your food like you used to. For example, when I used to order the tostones with chicken and cheese I used to like the cheese and chicken on the tostones and the peppers and such on the side, well you can not do that anymore, its only the tostones and everything else in a bowl like a stew. I did not like that. It makes the tostones taste very soggy. I ordered the chicken with creme which is my favorite dish at Bahama Breeze but this time I ordered it there was soo much water on the bottom of the plate. It looked like they grilled only one side and there was no cream on the chicken, they serve it on the side. I was not a happy camper. My boyfriend's rice bowl was not that great. I expect more bang for the buck and did not get that here. Darden is definitely not as good as it used to be just one short year ago!
(1)Travis M.
This place was fantastic. Great atmosphere, extremely attentive server and excellent food. The price was even reasonable considering the area.
(5)Wanlan X.
We first went to the one in Seattle. This time in Orlando. Very satisfied with both places. The service was great and the food was good. They have a great selection. The food is definitely tempered for American taste though. The foods have some Caribbean elements but definitely not authentic. But overall, if you can't get to the Caribbean, this is a good substitute.
(3)Tony D.
Good food, but the beer is rather pricey. Otherwise, I'd give it 5 stars. The bartenders are very friendly and courteous, and make an effort to know each of their customers by name. Nice touch.
(4)Steve R.
Just ate ate the Bahama Breeze and it was very good. It was nothing extraordinary, but the food was tasty and the service was fantastic. Rachel, our waitress was really good at telling us what was really good on the menu and what to stay away from. In the end, we had the seafood Paella. It was very good. If we were ever in the area in the future, we would return.
(3)Deryk L.
Ok. Food was hot! Service was great.
(3)Laura D.
My husband and I visited Bahama Breeze while on vacation for lunch and we both really liked it here. I got the fish tacos with fruit salad as my side. The fish tacos were delicious and a perfect combination of flavors. The fruit salad was tasty, and was served with a melon-ball sized scoop of mango sorbet- yum! My husband got coconut shrimp with rice, and he polished his plate clean. He loved the shrimp so I didn't get to sample them. The service was what you would expect- good enough, nothing to write home about. We would go back if we see another in our travels.
(4)Steve W.
Great food deliciously prepared. Jerk Talapia and shimp was outstanding. Garlic mashed potatoes were seasoned just right. Finished with Key Lime Pie. Amazing!
(5)Olesya M.
Delicious cocktails and beautiful interior, vacation atmosphere, paella-ok.
(3)Ka T.
What a interesting visit i had. I randomly pick this place due to its high rating and its location to my hotel. I was pretty excited as i walked into the place, there was quite a line outside waiting to eat, so i figured they gotta be doing something right. I proceed to the bar to eat because i was alone. The friendly Alexa offered me a friendly service however didn't offer me all the menu options as i didn't receive the fresh seafood menu that i soon learn about as i hear other around me ordering. I immediately changed my selection to a rare tuna steak. When i received my food, it looked great. As i began to dig in, i immediately realized there was something funny about my food as i started to chew on some plastic. I immediately Alexa know and she brought it to the attention of management. Their resolution was less then flattering. The manager or whoever he was just said sorry, replaced my plate and said the plastic is from how its cooked. He offered nothing in regards to a desert, a drink, discount nothing. I felt like this happens all the time and you gotta just deal with it. I paid my bill and left. How can business keep customers like this? Beware before you chomp!
(1)Wesley S.
If you want to go grab a drink and unwind and maybe do a bit of networking this is a good place especially for the college crowd. The food is not bad either! ;)
(4)Peazy R.
I love this place! Good food and GREAT drinks! We always receive good service and whenever I ask a waiter about a menu item they seem to know everything about it, which is a plus in my book. I can always count on recommendations when I want to try something new. I usually stick with the jerk chicken pasta though, I love that stuff. There is always a wait. which is good for them but bad for me since I can be a little impatient AND whenever I go there I'm usually pretty hungry lol. I cant wait to go back.
(4)Joy J.
My SO and I ate at the lake buena vista location right by the prime outlets -- I ordered the kabob entree which was delicious -- My SO was stunned on how much food it was along with yellow rice I believe. Nice atmosphere - I heard they made good paella's but the menu do not carry it anymore. Coconut shrimp and calamari is a great appetizer starter.
(4)Richard P.
Food was good but a bit spicy. If you like spicy food then it's a GO
(3)Amy Y.
I love the chicken with the habanero sauce. The sauce has a nice tangy sweet n spicy taste. Make room for chocholate moose cake. It is the best dessert I ever had!!! They have the best strawberry pina colada and martinits. Oh, I also enjoy the avocado stack for appetizer. The fish taco is good for lunch and not fishy. Everything taste good and fresh here. Go a bit early bc normally there is 20-40min wait.
(5)Lauren M.
The atmosphere at Bahama Breeze is laid back and fun. It's great to come here for a night out with friends. I always have a difficult time deciding what I want from the drink menu. I've never had a bad drink there, and all of the drinks look so good! The Ultimate Piña Colada, Pineapple-Coconut Martini, and Passion Fruit Martini are all particularly good. However, the drink that stands out the most to me is the Frozen Bahamarita. It comes with a shot hanging off the side of the margarita glass! So cool! For dinner I almost always get the Jamaican Grilled Chicken Breast. It has a slight hint of mango that compliments the mango pineapple salsa. The regular portion comes with two chicken breasts, so I always opt for the lighter portion. It's cheaper and more than enough food. My only complaint with this location is the traffic and parking. It's located right off of 535 near Disney World. So you either have to sit through 535 traffic which is usually bad, or International Drive traffic which is very "stop and go" around dinner time. One time it took me almost an hour to get here from Dr. Phillips via the International Drive route. Also, the parking here is terrible. I usually end up circling for a spot for 10 minutes or end up parking in front of one of the hotels.
(4)Dave K.
Came here for a Blogger dinner. While it was a big group I think the staff handled it very well. Drinks were quick, appetizers were fast, and entrees were right on time! Great time!
(4)Georgette T.
The food is decent but the portions are too small for a chain restaurant
(3)Ryan C.
Greatest customer service EVER! Came here for lunch while vacationing got in and out in 25-30 minutes thanks to the courteous and attentive staff
(5)Andy K.
We ate lunch and it was great. The butterfly shrimp was awesome. The chowder, some of the best ever had. The fish was well prepared and finally, the cost was fair. Would highly recommend.
(5)Tom B.
The restaurant I had intended to go to was not open, so I lunched at Bahama Breeze today, first time in years. After being seated, I felt that I had walked into a Red Lobster that had a little extra flair. I don't recall that impression on my last visits. The wine list was slim and predictable, and the lunch menu was not that extensive either. I began with the Bahamian chowder, which was maybe the best part of the meal, but not extraordinary. My server asked, "How's the chowder -- life-changing, huh?" I just smiled. (Life-changing?) Knowing this was a Darden restaurant, where they can't seem to grasp the concept of timing, I waited until I was at least halfway finished with the soup, then chose an almond-crusted mahi mahi with garlic mashed potatoes and whole green beans. At the same time I ordered a second glass of wine. My order came out, but there was no wine to be found. I almost got on my cell and called for an ETA on the wine delivery. Well anyway the fish was un-awesome, but edible. They gave me mashed sweet potatoes instead of garlic mashed, but I didn't send it back. (I believe those stories about what they do in the kitchen when you send something back, eww!) The green beans were overcooked, not at all crispy. My memory of the "Breeze" was that it was once pretty good, but it was the low point of my day on this occasion. Two stars for the pleasant server.
(2)Linda P.
The seafood paella is excellent it is a must have! Plus, they have a great lunch special grilled salmon yummy. However, the only thing they should do is have to hostess check the ladies bathroom and check to see if it needs to be cleaned or need toilet paper in each of the stalls.
(4)Traci B.
I thought this place ROCKED! The food was delicious, the service was perfect, the atmosphere fun, the drinks fabulous, and the entire overall experience was well, YIPPY!!!! We ordered a ton of appetizers and skipped the dinner altogether. The spicy shrimp appetizer was the best thing EVA! Also- you just gotta try that pink swirly pina colada cause it is to die for!
(5)Devin R.
My boyfriend and I went here for dinner while we were on vacation. Parking was a nightmare. There were no spaces and we had to follow someone walking out to their car to get their space. Apparently, the night we went there was some sort of filming going on which is why it was so full. Once we finally got into the restaurant, it was very good. The atmosphere is very island-like. I ordered a passion fruitini, which was descent, but it was not very fruity. My boyfriend ordered a Long Island Iced Tea, however, the bar tender didn't put any iced tea in it, and put a ton of lemon liquor in it, which made it like a giant lemon shot. The food was very good though. I ordered some kind of fish fajitas, which were very tasty. I would come back here again, but maybe not order any drinks.
(4)LaToya S.
Nice restaurant with a great atmosphere with an island feel. I got the jerk chicken pasta with mushroom and asparagus and it was plentiful and delicious! I also got a chocolate mousse dessert that was just okay, it's not something that I will get again. The server actually recommended that I try the key lime pie so maybe next time I will do that. The only complaint I have is the meal selection on the menu. In my opinion it is limited in comparison to the drink menu. I know this restaurant is about specialty drinks and all but these drinks literally took up half the menu. Other than that I would definitely go again and recommend it to others.
(4)Kevin M.
Friends took my wife and me last night. Not being from the area we were excited to try it. The Caribbean styled restaurant was a fun place. Steel drums played on the patio while tropical drinks flowed. My wife enjoyed a Pineapple Martini and I enjoyed a local Aruba Brew to pair our table starters of Coconut Shrimp and Firecracker Shrimp. My wife is a connoisseur of Coconut Shrimp and truly enjoyed them, especially the citrus-mustard sauce served as an accompaniment! The Firecracker Shrimp were very well done with the spicy red pepper sauce really setting them off! My wife's dinner or Baby Back Ribs seemed to be standard restaurant faire, but my Grilled Red Grouper was spectacular! Simply grilled with a little butter as citrus seasoning, the dish was fantastic! The sautéed Green Beans were still crisp and vert tasty while the rice pilaf was standard. We finished the meal with a piece of their Key Lime Pie. The fresh made pie was tangy and sweet! All said, it was a very good meal with very good friends!
(4)Ruthie V.
My boyfriend brought me here because he'd been here before and really liked the food. There was a 20 minute wait so we went outside to the lounge and had a drink. I had no idea this was a chain because is was a nice tropical atmosphere and I'd never heard of them since I'm from California and there are none in this state. I loved the tiki torches, live music and open-air bar. Nice atmosphere and we met some friendly locals. When we finally ate, we ordered onion rings to start - a plate of gigantic rings that took up the entire plate and towered about 7 inches high. I think what set these tasty rings apart is that they add lots of fresh herbs to the batter and the onions are huge, they darn near looked like donuts! I ordered the coconut shrimp dinner that came with rice and broccoli. It was delicious and the sauce they serve with it was sweet & spicy. I was able to order mashed sweet potatoes instead of rice and they were wonderful, hearty and not too sweet. Dale had a chicken sandwich that he loved. If we ever visit Orlando again, I'm sure we'll go back!
(5)Ryan K.
I went here after a day of being a nerd and had...something with shrimp in it. When I got home the next monday at work I had the most insane stomach cramps and without getting into the ugly details I spent the next 3 days 'cleaning' my system out. However, being fair, perhaps it was just a contained problem and I did end up losing like 4 pounds because of it. 3 stars mon! Down by da beaaach bo! bo !bo!
(3)Caroline S.
There are a lot of crap restaurants in Orlando, but this is NOT one of them. We tried to get in on a Saturday night, but the wait was 70 mins and we were starved so we went elsewhere, unfortunately. Thankfully, on Sunday night we called ahead (they don't take reservations) and put our names in. While others were getting an hour wait, ours was only 20 mins. We went to the bar to partake of their DELICIOUS margheritas and ultimate pina colada and some coronas whilst they figured things out. The wait ended up being only 10 mins and we were seated right away. The wait staff were attentive, but they were a bit all over the place at first while the crowds were around. We received 2 soups when we only ordered 1 (seafood chowder - AMAZING!) so they gave us the 2nd for free! We had an amazing mix of food. Apps to recommend: shrimp in garlic (not sure the name), chicken empanadas, seafood chowder (so so good!) Apps that were "meh, not so great": corn cakes Entrees: jerk chicken, pesto chicken...yum!! Drinks: Ultimate pina colada & Bahamarita - made to perfection & so cheap!! All in all, LOVE this place & highly recommend calling ahead so you're not completely wasted on Bahamaritas to enjoy the delicious food!
(5)Mat R.
Not bad, not great. Their cocktails are good, and the atmosphere is great, but their food was just so-so. We came here while we were visiting Universal Studios on our trip, and we wanted this place to kick ass so badly, but it just fell short.
(4)Brian F.
This place is packed for dinner most nights, so call in ahead by phone and put your name down on the list. This is THE place to get Caribbean food; don't waste your time and money getting food items that aren't highlights of the place, because you are missing out on their best dishes Here's a list of what I've had here 1.Coconut Shrimp Appetizer 9.5/10 Tastes great! A must try, just a little expensive, 6 pieces for $10 2.Crispy Onion Rings Appetizer 9/10 The coconut gives onion rings an exciting spin 3.Jerk Chicken Sandwich 9/10 Would get a 10 if the chicken were a little spicier 4.Clam Chowder Side 9.5/10 Would get a 10 if there were less cream and butter 5.Roasted Cuban Bread 6/10 Meh I prefer a baguette to this 6.Jerk Chicken Pasta 10/10 Pasta is perfect with the Parmesan cream sauce and jerk chicken slices give the pasta the kick it needs! If you're like me and loathe mushrooms, substitutions are allowed; I substituted broccoli for the mushrooms. Service here is some of the best you'll encounter in your restaurant escapades; they are very attentive, checking in with you numerous times and answer any questions you have with candor that we wish politicians would have.
(5)Jason F.
Exceptionally well done Caribbean food. Jerk Chicken Wings are a must have! The spices, the juicy chicken, the sauce. I need to learn how to make these. Coconut Shrimp entree, delicious! Nothing beats butterflied shrimp, battered up and fried in coconut, and dipped in a sweet sauce. With rice & greens, it's a meal worth getting. The fish dinner special. My girlfriend got grilled tilapia in their mango sauce. The fish was moist, the sauce was refreshing with fresh mango's. I think it could of used a side of rice or noodles or something rather then fish and mash, but that's just my preference. Drinks - superb and plenty of em.
(5)Paul L.
RICARDO IS THE BEST WAITER! My girlfriend and I were in town from Los Angeles and Ricardo turned the start of a bad review into a 5 STAR!!!! The ambiance is amazing! Live Caribbean music, outside dining, and just pure relaxation! I felt like I was on a remote island just chillin'! Food was served quickly, tasted great and was offered at a reasonable price! I had a grilled swordfish plate that was fresh and filling! My girlfriend had Mahi tacos that she couldn't even finish because of the amount of food! Drinks.... Well let me just say, her Margarita was so strong and tasty, she ordered two! I ate the orange it came with and I felt like I took a shot! Haha. For you West Coasters, you have to try YUENGLING TRADITIONAL Beer!!! It is awesome! Oldest brewery in the USA and only available on the East Coast! As I stated, great atmosphere, happening place that was a great way to start a Florida trip! And our server Ricardo was awesome! I never had to ask for anything. Service is everything in my book and Ricardo was on point. He had already clocked off for the night but checked on us, answered our questions and decided to serve us! The restaurant was amazing and only topped by the service!!!
(5)Daniel D.
PROS PROS PROS EVERYWHERE!! We loved this place! Let's begin with the amazing service!! Our waiter' and was Tyler and he was absolutely wonderful, super helpful & friendly! It was our first time so he described everything and continuously made sure we were doing alright & were enjoying ourselves. The food was DELICIOUS!!!! DRINKS WERE AMAZING!! The ambiance was definitely very cool, they have live music after a certain hour! Definitely one of our favorite spots we visited our in Orlando! Thank you!!
(5)Sharim A.
Appetizers and drinks were great. Coconut shrimp are fabulous. I ordered wood grilled Salmon, chimichurri and a side of shrimps with mashed pototes and asparagus. The asparagus were over cooked. Everything else was delicious. We had a table for 12 and only complaint was asparagus. Staff was very friendly and attentive. Loveed it.
(4)Sam S.
Was here recently for lunch during a conference. I had a bit of a hard time finding something on the menu that I actually wanted to try mainly because I don't like coconut. But that didn't stop me from finding something though. I ended up getting the jerk chicken pasta. It was really good. I loved it. I also got a delicious drink and a dessert. I think the dessert was the banana nut bread thing. I can't remember too well. A lot has happened since then. I do remember it being rich and delicious. I had a bit of trouble finishing the dessert. Our server was really nice and helpful in letting us pick out some of our selections.
(4)Tran T.
This place is definitely packed!! There is a long wait, luckily enough, they have a few big bars in different areas. Downside, they're all packed as well. Frozen Bahamarita & Pina Colata - Delicious and refreshing. Island Hopper (combination of Jamaican chicken wings, crispy coconut shrimp, onion rings & conch fritters) - Very disappointing. Not flavorful as pictured. Chipotle Beef Rice Bowl - Didn't think we should have ordered it but boy was I wrong.. a bowl of deliciousness.
(3)Angelique L.
I'm not a fan of waiting more than an hour, but being that we were all in the area, we made an exception. We came on a Saturday so the wait was to be expected. This place has everything. An outdoor bar near a live band playing Carlos Santana and Celia Cruz hits. My drinks were strong and reasonably priced. One of my relatives complained about the beer being a bit warm, which is a no go in my family of beer lovers, but the actual local brew was fantastic. My favorite items on the menu was definitely the coconut shrimp (I wish I had some now) and the key lime pie (you must save room)!! The paella was okay, a bit dry, but heavily packed with proteins (which is what I really love). I'll definitely be back!
(4)Wayne S.
- Island Hopper for the table - Server Fatima - Jerk Chicken Pasta - Ultimate Margarita Conch Fritters (Score 5) - Best I've had! If you haven't had fritters before you must have them here for the first time. If you don't like them here you don't have the
(5)Victoria W.
Last night my boyfriend and I took a trip to Orlando again, and while we were here decided to try the Bahama Breeze on international drive. We arrived around 8pm on a Friday night and it was PACKED! Hardly any parking left, but luckily found a spot all the way in the back near the dumpsters. We checked in and were told the wait was an hour at that point, but the bar and outside seating is first come first serve so if we found something there first we could sit down; NO CHANCE! We just continued to wait and then about 9:10 I went to the hostess to ask how much longer it would be and she was able to sit us right away after I asked; cool. So we sat down at a booth, and it was noisy from large parties but I didn't expect anything less. I ordered the Ultimate Piña Colada to drink and my boyfriend had the Aruba Red beer they serve on tap; both were delicious! For starters, I had the seafood chowder which was creamy and excellent and didn't taste like "seafood" which was good for me because I don't like a strong seafood taste. I went on to order the Buttermilk Chicken dish, and it was very good I highly recommend it. It's kind of like the KFC Chicken Bowl but 1000x better! My boyfriend had the grilled chicken with mashed potatoes and crema sauce, but his chicken breasts came out a little more charred than expected, however he isn't the type to send anything back so he ate it anyway. We didn't have any dessert because we ate so much we were stuffed, but it was a great dinner and our waitress was very nice, however her name escapes me :( next time we are up here and are craving bahama breeze, we will go back.
(4)Kamila L.
After 10 pm, the restaurant choices start to slim down. Instead of a Dennys or IHOP I was glad to find out that the BAHAMA BREEZE serves food until 1 am! The original location on I_Drive has always the same high standards expected. If you want to have good service ask for Samantha D, she is an excellent waitress! She kindly listened my request of drink: Key Lime Pie! (I still got a buzz from it and still believing I'm a "Caribbean queen"). "Ahi Tuna Stack" is a light and fresh appetizer to start, "The Skillet Shimmering Jerk Shrimp with a heavy kick of spicy garlic, peppercorn, jerk seasoning to finish with a Juicy & Melting Goat Cheese & Avocado Cheeseburger! This restaurant is always clean, nice atmosphere and inviting to relax having a drink with delicious food from the Caribbean!
(5)Nathalie F.
Drinks were amazing, food was delicious, server was attentive. Only complaint is about the hostess. She just wasn't pleasant. Other than that everything was fantastic.
(4)Kyba A.
This place was excellent! It didnt receive the full five stars because of a mix up with the table placement. We visited during a holiday weekend so the place was packed. What I didnt appreciate was after the little buzzer went off, we went taken to the table area only to be told that there was perhaps a mix up and there are no available tables and we would have to wait again. We were placed at a table about 5 minutes later and then asked to move to another table upon their request. After that the atmosphere was great! There was live steelpan music, which I thoroughly enjoyed. The food was great and the server kept checking on us to ensure that things were good. It was just a wonderful night and is now my favorite place to eat in orlando.
(4)Kita S.
This place is soooo over rated. I suggest you try somewhere else where the staff is more welcoming. I came here for a couple of. Drinks and an light entree. The food is okay and I like the music/setting but I won't be back here again. :(
(2)Rick S.
I was in Orlando for the 2015 infocomm conference. I ended up eating at Bahama Breeze 3 times because the food I had was so amazing. I had Julie H. two times for my server because she was so fabulous. Third time I had Julia H. Names are similar. Either will take great care of you. But I got to know Julie and will always see if she is available. A hostess named Mary was also very wonderful too. On to the food. Chicken Tortilla soup is amazing. It has fresh avocado in it. And that was followed by the best burger ever. I had the Guacamole and goat cheese burger with Carmelized onions. The melding of flavors was exotic and made it the best burger ever. For my side I chose the fruit salad which was strawberries, grapes, pineapple and a scoop of mango sorbet. It was so delicious. Followed with Key Lime pie for dessert and I can tell you it was a generous slice with baked meringue topping that was wonderful and this pie is baked fresh at the restaurant each day. It is also without doubt fabulous and is truly made with key lime juice. True key lime pie is yellow in color - not green. This pie was truly key lime pie with it's yellow color and the baked topping put it right over the top. I wish they had a Bahama Breeze in Wisconsin so I could be a regular customer.
(5)Rosa A.
Everything we ordered tasted amazing!! The salmon was grilled to perfection, rich and flavorful just like the menu says! I would definitely be back!!
(5)Teri M.
First time here. Crowded but we were able to grab a high top in the bar -- first come, first serve. Our waiter was terrific -- on the ball the entire time. The coconut shrimp appetizer was just "ok" -- a little over cooked. We both had sirloin steaks and mine was Oscar style. Steaks were a perfect medium rare, as ordered. All the waitstaff were helpful and we never felt neglected. A great experience in a high tourist area.
(5)Teresa C.
PROS: - Pina colada: This drink is amazing!! A must get! - Chipotle Beef: surprisingly very good. It was very flavorful. - Conch Fritters - very good and it pairs well with the mustard sauce - Lobster and shrimp quesadilla THE OKAY: - Coconut shrimp: not as good as I thought it'd be. I find that there is too much breading on the shrimp to my liking and I didn't really taste the coconut flavor either. I did however like the mustard sauce as it's the same sauce they use for the conch fritters. CON: - Lobster and shrimp Linguini - not enough flavor. sort of oily. Red lobster makes better pasta. - Mango Glazed salmon with sweet potato: Salmon was burnt and too dry. Only redeeming part of this dish was the mango glaze. The asparagus was cooked too long and very dry and chewy. - Skirt Steak Cubano - got this medium done. the skirt steak was very chewy and kind of tough. Only thing I really liked about this dish was the yuca fries that it came with. - Skillet simmered jerk shrimp: this was meh. Spicy (mild-medium range). I didn't really like it.
(4)Ashley Nicole C.
Packed on a Friday night, which is to be expected. We opted for a seat on the outdoor patio sigh live music. Unless you're here to watch a specific sporting event (the TVs were playing hockey while NBA playoffs were on), I'd suggest sitting outside. We waited a few minutes before someone wiped off our table and took our drink orders. We ordered and then several more minutes later, the same person and back to apologize for the wait and finally take our order. After taking our food order, he realized he hadn't placed our drink orders. Luckily we were just hanging out and relaxing so we didn't mind but usually, that'd knock off a few points. Love the laid back Carribean theme, it just makes you want to order a tropical drink and listen to the music. Started off with the pulled pork and plantains. Sounds like a weird combo but it was so delicious, I could eat just that for dinner. Then Ordered sangria to go with paella and can't complain.
(4)Jeri R.
Their food is amazing! Between the appetizers and main course everything delicious The price for 4 was very good $160 included drinks as well. The presentation of our meal was very nice. When I am in Florida again I will visit. Only problem is this place gets crowded and our wait time to sit indoors was 1 hour. It was nice sitting out though.
(4)Dustin D.
Always a fan. I love the Ruby Red draft beer they have on tap. This one is always busy so make sure youre ready to wait if need be....or you can find a place at the bar to sit. The menu is large and there are a lot of tasty things to try. I always get the spicy shrimp tacos. We will be back soon!
(4)Bo Y.
Located in the heart of Pointe Plaza Orlando, it's like a busy Chili's...very disappointing. Even worse, no stone crab claws and no oysters in November. Their signature Mojito Cubano was mediocre at best. What turned the tide for even 3 stars are the beef empanadas and the wood grilled lobster tail. Both were very flavorful and super delicious. Their line caught black grouper was very fresh and cooked well too. Wouldn't return since there are better choices around International Drive.
(3)Harsh Deep Singh N.
I was in Orlando a couple of weeks ago, and decided to drop in to Bahama Breeze based on yelp reviews. My take? Meh. Walked in and couldn't help but notice the coastal feel of the place. Designed to make you feel relaxed. Definitely a big thumbs-up. I sat at the bar, and while the bartender was very friendly, she was not really attentive. There were times when I had to wait for several minutes to catch her attention. Not so cool. Drinks: I ordered a painkiller(the drink, not the pill). The bartender served it in a beer glass, as she didn't have the proper glass available. If this was a regular, run of the mill bar, I wouldn't mine, but if you're shelling out the kind of money you do at Bahama Breeze, you would at least expect the proper glass. Anyways, then drink itself didn't really raise my spirits either. I then ordered a Goombay smash, and that was "meh" too. Did i catch the bartender on an off day, i wonder? Now for the food. I ordered the firecracker shrimp, and it was decent but far from the best shrimp I've tasted. I then ordered a island hopper, and of that, the conch fritters and the onion rings were the 2 that stood out. The coconut shrimp and the chicken wings failed to impress. Overall, Bahama Breeze is the kind of place I would go to grab a drink and maybe a bite to eat, before heading elsewhere for dinner.
(3)Sanita M.
I have been here couple of times and it's always crowded, the food is delicious. They have nice outside patio with live music that is really good! There is a bar and self seating outside. Their cocktails are tasty and reasonably priced. I like their soups and dips but my favorite is Mahi and Shrimp Rice Bowl with Lemongrass sauce. Another dish that I enjoy is West Indies Chicken Curry bowl - really flavorful. If you like curries, you will like this dish. We always come back to have our rice bowls :) I love the fact that you can choose full or half portion. The restaurant have big parking right at the back and you can walk to many activities, hotels, etc. The Orlando Eye is just few blocks away.
(5)Dayana P.
Great atmosphere! Big place has indoor and outdoor tables. Service is fast. Lots of good choices.
(4)Simone S.
This place is sooooo awesome! Food prices are extremely reasonable and the drinks are amazing. I went here for an early dinner and had the coconut shrimp and a fried chicken sandwich. The shrimp were plentiful in size and the sandwich was crispy and full of flavor. I tried the "Green Flash" which is a drink recommended by the coolest and most lively bartender ever (Annette) and I was NOT disappointed! Good stuff. If the great food wasn't enough, they have a guy that plays the steele drums on the outside patio. I'm telling you, it REALLY felt as though I was visiting the Caribbean! Loved it. Will definitely be back on my next trip to Orlando. I dined alone but the staff was so welcoming and warm it made me feel like I was with family. You must try this place!
(5)Mary E.
Fast & friendly service. The lobster & shrimp quesadilla was fabulous! The jerk chicken was huge and delicious as well. The only problem came when they brought the checks for our group. Most of them had to be redone to get the right billing. Other than that, wonderful place.
(4)Ryan F.
Always pretty good service - this time we came with a large party and several other large parties (think 12 or more) showed up and they sat them in the same area so service wasn't the best, but I think understandably so. Island drinks are great - I love the painkiller and the ultimate piña colada. Food is generally good too. I had shrimp and grits this visit and it was delicious. I did ask for it without bacon and it was ordered without bacon and delivered with the words 'shrimp and grits with no bacon' but it had bacon. I just picked it out. Usually I get almond crusted salmon with sweet mash and that's always delicious. I like that there's a few healthy-ish entrees on their menu so I come to Bahama sometimes when I want good/fun drinks but don't want to splurge as much on the food. Overall all the locations have never disappointed me.
(4)Joe G.
We have a Bahama Breeze near so we have been many times. We decided to check out this location in Orlando. We sat on the outside deck where they had a guy playing the Steel Drums. Food is always good and the house beer Aruba Red is a decent price. They seemed to have changed the menu but all the popular items are still on it.
(3)Jamie M.
This place is great to visit if you want to feel like you're on vacation. However, like Elle said, it's slow but nice service. I had a lunch special: chicken quesadilla and house salad with vinaigrette dressing. I also ordered a Pina Colada served in a pineapple because...why else? I'm on vacation.
(4)Jay M.
Great drinks. Great ambiance. It's a taste of the Caribbean in Orlando. Food is good. Live music. Nice outdoor seating area. Great place to gather with friends.
(4)Jennifer E.
I am not a huge purveyor of chain restaurants, but usually they can be seen as dependable sources of reasonably priced, but mediocre, food and drinks. Bahama Breeze is exactly that type of chain. The ambiance was ok, nothing special. The biggest disapointment was their awful mixed drinks. I had one of the worst mojitos I've ever had and it was about eight dollars. Not only was it filled to the brim with crushed ice, but it was syrupy sweet and weak. Blah. The food was ok but a little over-salted. I had the special which was yellow tail with a plantain stuffed with rice and some beans. I thought their food and drinks were pretty over priced for what you got in quality. I've definitely had better and wouldn't have gone in the first place if it wasn't for family who enjoy their offerings. I won't be back unless my family drags me in the future.
(2)Danielle Y.
The food is decent, nothing crazy but the ambience is very nice. We ordered a few appetizers to share and it was pretty filling. One of the dishes did not have much flavor and wasn't good. However the waiter was very nice and she took it out of our bill. It's pretty touristy.
(3)Lindsey N.
We went to have drinks ended up eating at the bar ,our bartenders Jose and Nicola were awesome !!! Our drinks were very good as well you have to try the lobster and shrimp quesadillas it was AMAZING!!!thanks guys!!
(5)Marissa C.
This place didn't really "wow" me as much as the reviews made it seem. The place was definitely packed for a week night and we even went semi late in the evening. Luckily we had reservations. Our server was not the best we've had and seemed a little on the impatient side. I ordered the White Sangria which was very sweet, and more juice-like. For my entree, I had to go with the Jamaican Jerk Chicken given this place was a Caribbean type restaurant. The entree itself was not very impressive but at least the chicken was tender.
(3)Carmen F.
Came here with my boyfriend during my short stay in Orlando. We were greeted by one of the hosts (?) at the door and was asked for a seat preference. Since the weather was good, so we decided to sit in the outdoor area. We were not disappointed-- they had a live performance to keep us entertained and there was a raffle going on for the customers. We were quickly helped by one of the servers and had our food within 10 minutes. Their cocktails were fantastic; it was strong AND it tasted great. The food was good as well. They were very generous with the portions. I felt our meal for 2 could feed a whole family. This will definitely be one of our togo spots next time we're back in Florida.
(4)Elizabeth W.
For a while I was turned off to Bahama Breeze, I don't know why but there was nothing that particularly appealed to me. I went back recently with my best friend and her family since they really love the place. They had something new on the chef selection menu that rocked my damn socks off and I will literally mourn them if they aren't added to the menu permanently. It's the heavenly breeze cheese bites. They are little luscious balls made of yucca and filled with soft stretchy cheese and fried to the perfect crisp. Of course they topped it off by serving it with the nectar of the gods, also known as the cilantro crema sauce. It was everything I could ever want in an appetizer. I was almost hurt that my entree was brought out instead of another giant plate of these breathtaking breeze cheese bites. Needless to say, these delicious little masterpieces have lit a fire in me that cannot be extinguished and I will come to Bahama Breeze forever as long as they remain. I literally came back again 2 days later because I was jonesing for some. I would also like to add that our server, Will, was lovely. He was very personable and the type of guy you wanna be friends with. Great experience!
(4)Andrea H.
The food was good but service was horrible extremely slow and than when we finally got our food we had no utensils had to ask 3 different employees for forks while we sit and have to smell the food in front of us..... Manager offered to give us a discount wouldn't come back way to much waiting around and wasn't even that busy at the time.
(2)Brad G.
One of my regular stops when I'm in town. Went for lunch and had sautéed shrimp, chimichurri salmon with broccoli and garlic mashed...I've eaten at a lot of good places in Orlando but this was the best this trip hands down! Definitely, definitely recommend!
(5)Kristi S.
Get the Island Hopper and the Jerk Chicken Pasta. My husband and I split each and are never disappointed. The conch fritters are fantastic also. We sat by the bar outside due to open seating otherwise it was a 2 hour wait on a Saturday around 8pm. Great drinks and service. Only wish the wait wasn't so long or it would be 5 star!
(4)Jerica D.
I'll give this place a 4 based off the atmosphere, decoration, and vast menu. They have a nicely decorated waiting area with a lot of chairs! Upon arriving we were seated in 5 minutes. I had a group of 6 people and asked to sit in the round table close to the front but apparently you have to have 8 or more people. I tried to beg the hostess for a bigger table but she told me no. I was kinda upset about that, and we were squished into a booth. That's the only reason I won't give them a 5. But what can ya do? Our waitress was fine, she was attentive and able to stay on point with all of our orders. She wasn't the friendliest but she didn't slack. I ordered the frozen Bahamarita and the Shrimp Quesadilla which were both pretty good. My hubby had the ribs which were pretty tasty, juicy, and coming off the bone! Overall, my family had a good time, we had a nice family dinner, and like I said the set up and decor was really nice. The location was also very clean. I would suggest this place and go back--esp. with all the pretty drink selections!
(4)Jennifer P.
I am pretty obsessed with this chain - this particular location happens to be my favorite. I will admit that years ago the food was a bit better and so was the service, but the last few times I've been to Orlando I've been a bit disappointed with both. The waits are now long and the hostesses are not as friendly as they used to be. I will say, the key west fish tacos and the coconut pineapple cake (not to be confused with the chocolate pineapple cake) are my two favorite items on the menu. The taco is soft, but the filling is perfectly crunchy and the fish is always fresh. The coconut pineapple cake isn't overwhelmingly sweet, it's just right. The key lime pie is also notably great. The pasta dishes are very "chain like" - big portions, lack of flavor, just normal. However, the side of rice that comes with any of the dishes is GREAT. This location has nice outdoor seating and makes you feel like you went away on vacation (despite the view of the parking lot). It can get a little loud but it's always a favorite spot to visit when in the area. Better than the surround chain restaurants. This one has some flavor :) PS - try the goombay smash!!
(4)Mai Youa X.
I so so love this place! Music night life! They have very good drinks. Food quality is awesome with big portion for average price. Service is superb!. Johnny our server made sure we get the best of what we came for. I would definitely recommend this amazing restaurant! :)
(5)Shawn B.
Love Bahama breeze, they are always changing the menu for the better. Love the bowls, great portions.
(4)Mary B.
My Sister has an obsession with this chain restaurant, so every year I visit - we end up here for dinner and drinks. I like trying places that are off the beaten path, different, so I try to not like it here, but I can't. It's good. The food selection is interesting, and does allow me to venture (safely) into some uncharted territory. I've enjoyed everything I've tried from the appetizers to the delicious frozen drinks. The staff has always been extremely accommodating. My Brother in Law has severe shellfish allergies and they have always ensured no cross contamination. This is a well oiled machine in the heart of touristville, so you're seated quickly and served quickly but never feel rushed. This is a solid option for a fair priced dinner and drink when in the area.
(4)Winny R.
Two words. RAW MEAT! I order a carnitas rice bowl after taking two bites I noticed that the pork looked strange so I sent it back and order a chipotle rice bowl. It's took 30 minutes to get to me and it still didn't look right. It fact my boyfriend order a chipotle rice bowl first and he had to send it back because his had raw steak at the bottom of the bowl. Don't order rice bowls!
(1)Mandi M.
This place was awesome! I am a big believer in customer service and Bahama Breeze blew me out of the water! We went twice during our week long vacation- the first time we sat at the bar and the bar staff was unbelievable! So very friendly and all working together to keep their customers happy. The second time we sat in the general bar area and once again had fantastic service! As for the food, the firecracker shrimp was wonderful and their portabella mushroom burger was badass! The entire mushroom cap covered my beef patty. The pina colada was nice but i really enjoyed the Aruba Red brew. Overall we had a great experience but I will say the second visit was mostly due to the great customer service we encountered on the first trip.
(5)Michael L.
The decor was outstanding and the place appeared to be very fun and comfortable. There's nine of us at a table and the menu and atmosphere was very unique. The server was unknowledgeable and the kitchen messed up six out of nine orders one person needed it changed three times to get it right. I have a coconut shrimp which was was outstanding. One of the specialty burgers was missing three ingredients that were listed on the menu. The restroom was a disaster and very unsanitary. All the cocktails were outstanding and well worth the money. Our server had a lot working against her but made a huge effort to help us enjoy our night out.
(2)Brett J.
Went here solo after a conference. Pulled myself up to the bar and was quickly greeted by the bartender Garrett. He shook my hand and asked my name. Despite how busy they were, he called me by name all night long and was very attentive. I ordered a crab stack. Although I hadn't noticed any delay, a manager came out and apologized for the delay on my appetizer. Apparently the presentation of my crab stack failed QC and they decided to make a new one that was up their standards. As compensation for this (again, I hadn't even noticed a delay), they gave me a bahamarita on the house - excellent drink! In short, great drinks, fantastic food and amazing customer service, From other reviews I've read, combined with my own experience tonight, I suspect great service is their core product. Give them a shot!
(5)Ashlie V.
Love the atmosphere. It's very live and energetic. Since its right on the tourist magnet street, be prepared wait for about 15-20 minutes....longer on the weekends. I went on a packed Tuesday and waited 15 minutes when they said 45. It's pretty crowded, But the food is great! And drinks are even better. I highly recommend the Ultimate Pineapple.
(4)Knirps L.
We wound up here on a whim one day and it was an average experience. The server was somewhat confused at half of the things we said, but seemed like a good guy. Talkative and honest. The food wasn't bad, but there were some odd flavors, and the appetizer came out with the meal which is quite irritating. We might try it again, but it's not at the top of our list.
(3)Sam M.
I don't give out 5 stars often, but this place is worth it. First of all, the service was great. Our waitress was really friendly, funny, and easy to talk to. Looking around the restaurant, you could tell that the other staff shared these qualities. I noticed that the bartender was really into the drinks he was making and was not half-assing it at all. Second of all, the food. The appetizers, specifically the spinach artichoke dip was amazing, and the entree I had, one of the rice bowls was great as well. This place is not fancy, but the food is good, the staff are great, and after a long day in the parks, what more can you ask for?
(5)Erikka N.
Really good food and atmosphere. Didn't have to wait since we sat at the bar. I tried a drink from their summer drink menu. I got the Kicking Mule, it wasn't bad. It's definitely an acquired taste, since it has fireball whiskey in it.
(4)Brenda B.
Worst Service ever! I enjoyed the frozen bahamarita! But other than that everything else was bad. I dont remember the servers name but it was horrible. I would never be back again!
(1)Dwain L.
Always a pleasure coming here, been coming here since it opened many years ago and it hasn't failed me. Great service, great drinks and the Caribbean style menu. Open concept kitchen, anything on the menu I'm sure you will enjoy.
(4)Hugh P.
I just like this place for the food, staff, and the vibe. I stop here when I am in Orlando. The jerk wings, pasts, desserts, and more are all good. You will enjoy inside or chilling outside and listening to live music.
(4)Michelle C.
My husband LOVED his meal. I "liked" my meal... lol. His salad looked awesome, shrimp and grits were SO good! And the chocolate island dessert was delicious! Cocktails were delicious! We thoroughly enjoyed Bahama Breeze. We BARELY beat the crowd! Oh, and the server was over the top friendly and helpful!
(5)Keerthika V.
Nice place!!! Love music and outside table made our day.. Ultimate piña colada best here!! One good thing is that the place is open late night..
(5)Elle S.
Mostly good food/drinks, slow but nice service. "A-OK." We sat at our table for a while, maybe 10 minutes before the waitress came by. We ordered a round of drinks to sip on while we discussed the menu and made our choices. The drinks were a mix of reviews. The Painkiller was yummy, the mules had a very odd flavor added to them and ended up being passed to the person at our table that will drink almost anything. We were looking for our waitress when another table was seated next to us. She took their drink order within seconds of them sitting, but didn't look up. We ordered our food, then they ordered. Of course, their food came out at least 15 minutes before ours. Overall, the food was good. We ended up sampling from each others plates. Only one dish was not good, but the time it would take to order something else was not worth it, so we stacked that friend's plate with a sample from the rest of our dishes. I had the fish tacos and I would do it again, but without the sauce. They were a little hot so I deconstructed and scraped off the sauce before reassembly and chomping. Waiting for to-go boxes... the other table has already paid and left. Our waitress had great personality, but we had to keep looking around to try to grab her. Getting the check took for-ev-er and we had to ask another waitress to grab our waitress in order to make that happen. They must have seated her several tables in another section. It was weird. We ended up being here for 2.5 hours. We were a table of 6, but c'mon... 2.5 hours?! Yes, we did do a round of drinks before ordering, but we still would have been at 2 hours without the drinks. We were more mellow after having drinks which left me with a more positive spin on this place. I think this would be better for tables of two, judging by the timeliness for the couple that sat next to us.
(3)Chance S.
Everything was really good. Bartender recommended a good drink, the Goombay I think. I enjoyed my meal, but the tortilla soup was particularly good.
(4)Blueridge G.
This place used to be a great island kind of place. Today, they were playing loud hiphop music and the food was nothing special like it used to be. Too much noise. I won't go back.
(2)Rhonda N.
After a long day of attending a HR conference a friend and I enjoyed happy hour and dinner at Bahama Breeze! It was sooooo hot outside but the atmosphere and food was amazing!! The drinks were amazing too!
(4)Camille G.
Great food good music ...I feel like I'm on vacation!! Oh yeah I am..hehe. food and service was delicious!! Definitely coming back!
(4)Brian J.
Hard to believe this place is owned by Red Lobster, but then so is Capital Grille which is excellent. We ate at the bar, and the staff there is beyond friendly despite being slammed with tons of drinks. I'd estimate they were making 2 drinks a minute each almost nonstop. So the Bahama Colada is very good. The Salmon with mango salsa/rub was very delicious. The green beans were only disappointment, undercooked and lacking seasoning. Sweet potato side was good.
(4)Christina C.
Great place to eat on International Drive! This wasn't our first choice, but when our first choice was shut down for a special event we decided to eat here on the fly. Boy am I glad we did, because the dinner was absolutely delicious! They have an awesome patio and a large indoor area. We decided to eat indoors and on a Monday night there was no wait. Our server was really nice and prompt. He didn't hover, but he came around enough to refill drinks and make sure everything was ok. I got the Shrimp and Grits and my fiance got the Chipotle Carne Bowl. I feel like we sat down, ordered, and then the food appeared! Maybe we ordered things that were prepped ahead of time, but I was super impressed by how fast the food came. Both dishes were absolutely delicious. My shrimp and grits were one of the best I've ever had. I loved the cheesiness of the grits and there was a bunch of shrimp! I've found in the past that my shrimp and grits come with five or six pieces of shrimp on top, but this shrimp and grits came with a ton of shrimp! It also came with green beans that gave it a good balance. The Chipotle Carne Bowl was also delicious! My fiance got the sour cream and the avocados on the side for me, which was great. I would highly suggest both dishes. This place is probably more expensive than I would spend if I had a family, but for my fiance and I, this was the perfect place.
(5)Rachel R.
We decided to come to Orlando for the day and chose this place for lunch. Never tried this chain before but every time we pass by, it's always packed. The coconut shrimp was awesome, loved the tangy sauce. The drinks were good, but like most places with "island drinks" there's no real alcohol. Tasted like some fruity tasty drink on a cruise. For the main course, I tried the cuban sandwich(idk why), it was bad. Not even close to what it should be, who puts lettuce and tomato on a cuban? Very disappointing after such a great appitizer. My bf ordered the jerk chicken which was all chicken, no jerk. Actually asked our waitress if it was the wrong plate and had to eat it with hot sauce. Request extra hot sauce if you want spice. My bf's mom ordered this salad with crab and avacado, a seasonal item. We all thought this was good. Our waitress was great, best part of the whole experience
(3)Ethan T.
Excellent location and nice outside seating on international drive. Excellent service. I had to goat cheese and caramelized onion with avocado hamburger with fries and it was excellent!!
(4)Jorge O.
Being from Puert Rico, I expect alot more of a Caribe food restaurant. This is a American version of that food. For me it was a waste of time and money.
(2)David B.
Service was very slow!! Not the best experience.
(1)Talal H.
Firecracker shrimp was a delicious appetizer, with mouthwatering crunchiness and the pineapple chutney added a level of flair to it that made the dish just the right mix of sweet and sour. I had the lighter salmon pasta, and it was a nice break for me from the grilled chicken and pasta fare I usually have. It was a light dish, the salmon was expertly pan-seared and wasn't dry or anything. The sauce was just the right amount of cheesy. My wife had the grilled chicken cilantro-crema. The mashed potatoes were to die for. The cheesy consistency and flavor really made the chicken come alive. Addition of corn to the mashed potatoes gave a sweet aftertaste. Last, but not the least, the chocolate island was to die for. Layer of chocolate mousse with fudge at the bottom, topped off with cream. I was so full before we'd ordered the dessert but it was a special one, the layers just amalgamated into the perfect chocolate explosion inside your mouth. We got Jeremy as our guy, and he was very courteous and on time. Very friendly and accommodating. The place was nice, loud and good caribbean music. It's a place that kind of pulls off its gimmick really well. Didn't feel pretentious or anything. Would definitely visit again!
(5)Yesenia S.
The coconut shrimp was great! A definite must try. The smothered tostones were eh. The rum cake is to die for! So delicious. The service was horrible. Our servers name was R...... and she just seemed out of it. She wasn't attentive left us without silverware and plates for the Appetizers. The drinks took forever to come. The main course came 1 minute after the appetizers. Just an overall mess. She seemed very unorganized and overwhelmed with the amount of tables she had and that is why I am rating 3 stars. I would definitely come back but maybe just for carry out....
(3)Ricardo F.
This place Is awesome and the service Is super good. The food is full of colors and a lot of flavor. If you are near International Drive you should come here with your love ones.
(5)Michelle J.
Bahamas Breeze never lets me down. The food was yummy. We shared appetizers. The staff was friendly, the food is consistently good. It was an enjoyable experience for me and my family. PS You can never go wrong with the Ultimate pina colada, hold the coconut shavings
(4)Karen M.
I had the avocado cheeseburger with goat cheese - yummo! and the fries - absolutely delicious - they stayed crispy all the way home (i got mine to go cause they were packed!) so if you want to get in/out, get there before 5pm )) - I plan to make another trip before I go home for good - I was told by the girl at Walgreens that the jerk chicken is great...so guess what im having before I go?? ))
(5)Sarah C.
The ambiance was great, Pina Colada- Gross Coconut shrimp- good jerk chicken- ehhh overall this reminded me of Red Lobster Its ighhhhhht
(3)Gary E.
Loved the food, good service, steel drum player named Steve Hendrickson was playing at lunch. We enjoyed it so much we ate lunch there two days in a row.
(5)Aaron T.
Without reading the other reviews on this location, I'd say the highlight of the experience here is the service. Now that, I'm writing this review on Yelp, I can tell that this isn't an anomaly when visiting Bahama Breeze. I was slowly bar crawling my way back to my hotel on International Drive and figured I'd stop here for a drink along the way (with the intent of having only one). After sitting at the bar, my bartender Annette made me a "Dark and Stormy" one of my favorite rum based drinks with ginger beer and a dark rum. Needless to say, I had several more during my stay. I asked if they had a gluten free menu when stopping in. Unfortunately, they did not have a menu. However, Annette at the bar was able to comfort me with how accommodating they are to gluten free. The level of confidence conveyed to me convinced me to stay to have the shrimp and grits. Annette was very knowledgeable with the dish and was able to warn me, and the kitchen of the puree they use that contains wheat so they could accommodate. When the dish was served, it came with fried plantains, from a shared frier, and the dish was immediately brought back to the kitchen without instruction from me. This type of ownership by the staff for customer satisfaction is rare, but this location seems to have it down to a science. During my visit they had live music on steel drums to highlight the Caribbean theme of the establishment. The friendliness of the staff, quality of the food & drink, and ownership for a spectacular customer experience makes this a must stop if you're looking for a good experience. It was great for me and for their business, enticing me to purchase a meal and extending my stay far beyond what I originally expected.
(5)Peter G.
Great food, fast service---had the Salmon crusted with almonds and it was DELICIOUS. Wife had talipa and was equally as good! Has my recommendation as a place to eat.
(5)Allison S.
This is my 1st time here friendly service... I'm a huge burger fan & my burger was delicious so much flavor even though i arrived an hour before closing. Most definitely will be coming back...
(5)Scott B.
Visited here after hanging out at the overcrowded vendor sponsored party next door. Completely loved sitting on the patio having a drink with friends.
(4)Jari C.
Great customer service, it's a chill environment. No complaints. It gets crowed, but that's because their food is amazing:
(5)MrsToya A.
OMG food has always been good to me,service also and the wait time no longer than 10 minutes. Always been clean I can't complain that's why they have the 5 stars
(5)Gene H.
Loved the coconut coated onion rings and the drinks are always refreshing! Something about sitting outside in December enjoying food and drinks and not freezing one's anatomy off is just too cool!
(5)Grace A.
We came here for lunch during a recent visit to Orlando. There were a few people eating, so not sure if that's an indication of what we are about to experience. When we approached the hostess, we literally stood for a minute in front of her before being acknowledged. Finally she looked up (no hello, no how are you & no eye-to-eye contact), asked how many in our group & had someone take us to a table. Really? Why so unfriendly? I noticed there was a man sweeping the floor, only to find out he will be serving us later. Just hoping he washed his hands before serving our food. The food was just ok. I liked the conch fritters maybe because I've never had it before. I am still not sure why people are raving about this place. Maybe it's because I live in SF and my taste in food is more sophisticated? Our waiter was very accomodating though, and a hard-worker taking in 2 jobs at this resto : ) which is the reason for the 2 stars : )
(2)Frank F.
LaSheem is the BEST! ASK4HER. NUFF SAID! WE ordered the Island Hopper. OMG it's ALL THAT! If u love Conch Fritters n Jamaican Jerk Chicken n Onion Rings n Coconut Shrimp. @ $19.99 superb price and ErTang was Gonnah Be Alright Y'all. Um ummmm SO Good Y'all Dot Com. (@$5.99-$6.99 ea.) We also order equally as good SLASH per taste buds... Hummas n Baked Pita Triangles n OMG OMG and OMG Again Y'all. .. . BBQ Shredded Pork n Sweet Plantains (ooh SO tender)!!! Whew'Saw Ya JUST CAN'T GO WRONG! MakeYuh Wannah just say ummmmmmm. Nigh nigh ' Nigh nighhhhhhh. Lmbo. Over n Out Y'all. FranknKimm
(5)Curtis B.
Pretty good spot I went here last summer with some frat brothers during our fraternity's convention per the constant persuasion of my girl friend. It ended up being a very good experience. I enjoyed the tropical themed layout and the service was really nice. I ordered the onion rings for an appetizer and they were huge! I also remember our waitress being from the same part of MD I'm from which was pretty ironic and cool at the same time. I'd definitely recommend that anyone who is vacationing the Orlando area to dine here during an evening of your stay.
(4)Jeff N.
Very very good. Awesome, fun, tropical envoirnment. Not sure if it's everyday but we had free valet service, very cool. Got coconut shrimp for appetizer, was very good but it was $10 for 5 shrimp, not worth it. I had the clypso shrimp pasta or something like that, was amazing!!!!!! Strongly reccomend it! Great fun place to eat, AMAZING service, great waiter. Would gladly come back again, can't wait!
(5)J L.
If you're looking for tropical drinks, this is the place. I didn't have any food here, so I can't say what it was like, but the drinks were good. Ok, so I ordered a pina colada, not my usual drink ,but man it was awesome! They make all of their mixes in house I was told. Their white wine Sangria with mango is refreshing. Nice patio area that faces International (I-drive in local terms I think). Fun place.
(4)Juan G.
Very good attention and great food! Had fish with Yuca and Maduros and it was great!
(4)Keith C.
Ahhhh, Bahama Breeze - the wife and I got the opportunity to visit BB while on vacation in Orlando several days ago, and it was as wonderful as we remember. The Bahama Breeze here in Birmingham has been closed for some time now (it's beyond me why that's still the case), so it's been a long time since we've been able to enjoy the Caribbean/Cuban/Island-themed cuisine the restaurant has made so accessible to us country bumpkins. :) The Orlando location was just the breath of nostalgia we were looking for when we gave it a shot again. The atmosphere is still quite impressive, and the food remains fantastic. I had the opportunity to try the Jamaican Jumbo Wings, Cuban Black Bean Soup, and Jerk Grilled Mahi Mahi w/ Mashed Sweet Potatoes and Broccoli, along with a Mango Beach smoothie (non-alck'ed) - it was all superb and just as delicious as it once was here in the (questionably) Magic City. The service was equally as awesome as the meal, as we were taken care of by Daniela, a native from Brazil. She was absolutely attentive to our every want, and took time to make us feel extremely welcome at the restaurant, as did every other server/employee with which we came into contact. They each made us feel at home, and very much wanting our vacation to never end. As was the case here in town when the restaurant was still operational, the prices are a bit on the higher-end of the scale than say an Outhouse Steakback (lol), but nothing as wallet-straining as a Ruth Chris, Flemings, or a la carte-based dining. But despite the price, you definitely get your money's worth with regards to portion, flavor, freshness, and uniqueness of offerings. And you'd be hard-pressed to find an atmosphere quite like Bahama Breeze, where groups are comfortably-seated and fit right in perfectly. It (this location at least) is like an oasis in the midst of a desert of fast-food chains, mouse-themed quick-eats, and an over-saturation of asian buffets. So, me - I'm all about the BB and will visit as often as I can when in the Land of the Mouse. Unfortunately it'll take the 9+ hour travel time to enjoy the place again, thanks to its demise in Birmingham. Unless of course someone wants to open a restaurant with me... Any takers? :) Readers - if you need something completely independent of "the mouse"'s influence, or a shelter from the storm of whining/bratty, completely insatiable children that find themselves in Orlando at the same time as yourself, here's your oasis. Run to it...quickly...
(5)Jason A.
First time here, the wait to be seated was quick, the food was great, the service was great, and the prices were reasonable. I will definitely be headed back their soon!
(4)Mark B.
Had 2 meals here during a 2 week holiday and thoroughly enjoyed both. We went on a Saturday night so had a wait but the bar staff were friendly and the cocktails tasty. The food was great and the atmosphere and entertainment enjoyable. Think the best indication of how much I enjoyed it was that I went back.
(5)Paul R.
I don't generally like chains, especially seafood places. But Bahama Breeze is an exception. They cook various fresh fish in simple, interesting ways. Service is always very good and their tropical drinks aren't just watered down sugar bombs. Their wings are full wings, not just the split wings you get in most other places so adjust your order size to keep from getting overloaded. They offer a couple of things with "jerk" seasoning but
(4)Yiyi Z.
My boyfriend and I went to Orlando for spring break. We spent a couple of days at the theme parks, Disney World and Universal Studios, for sure. It's fun but the food was not good. Burgers, burgers, and burgers. Of course there are pizzas and hotdogs. So at the last night we were at Orlando, we were desparate to eat some real food. And then we accidentally found this place and it's fantastic!! First, it opens late. When we got there it was almost 10pm. The service was very friendly, and the waiter serving us was nice and more importantly, what he recommended were really good. The drinks were very tropical and tasty. We ordered the grilled chicken wings for appetizer that was stronly recommended by the waiter. It's awesome!! Tender and flavorful. We absolutely love it. My boyfriend had the wood-grilled top sirloin steak. To be honest, it's a bit over-cooked. However, the mashed potato coming along was unexpectedly good. I had the calypso shrimp linguine. It was not fancy and had a simple appearance. However, I like it very much and so did my boyfriend. Last but not least, the price is very fair. The restaurant is well-decorated, the staff are kind, the food is good and it's not expensive! What else can people ask for, right? Got to try it!
(5)Anurag M.
Decent food And drinks
(3)Alysia W.
This place was packed but it didn't take long for us to be seated! We ordered the chicken bow-tie pasta with mushroom/asparagus, bbq ranch salad with fried chicken pieces, and the tomato basil flatbread appetizer. Everything tasted great and I especially loved the southwest salad. I'm generally not a fan of ranch but bbq ranch is the most amazing thing I've ever tasted. The bow tie pasta was good with the exception of the chicken being spicy.. I didn't like that very much because the rest of the pasta wasn't spicy at all. We ordered the non-alcoholic lemon drink (I forget the name) but it is basically lemonade made with real cane sugar. It's the same price as a soda and you get enough for two cups worth! So you don't have to pay for any refills since they give you plenty in the first place [: I will definitely come back here when I'm in Florida again. My new favorite!
(5)Bonnie S.
woowei - huge portion (tower mound) of freshly battered onion rings w/touch of coconut in panko jap bread crumbs - to leave a crumb is hells na -- homemade rings perfectly baked golden to amazingness ....
(4)Pinkie J.
We ordered take out from here and I personally didn't like the food much. I ordered the jerk chicken and bow tie pasta- and it wasn't very good. It tasted like it had a lot of lemon in it. My husband had the jerk chicken and garlic mash and I had a taste, it wad better than what I had but still bot great. The staff seemed very friendly though.. Overall 2 stars cause I didn't like the food too much..
(2)M P.
What a great place to start a vacation in Orlando!!! Good music and great cocktails.... Couldnt get better!!!
(4)April O.
My friends dragged me here! I didn't do it! ... actually, we all ended up here after our first restaurant choice didn't pan out. Who would have imagined that a place called "The Crab Shack" would serve primarily crabs and be expensive. OMG. I wish we had one of these in Gainesville. Actually, I don't because Reggae Shack and Carribbean Spice / Queen are actually authentic. But I actually did like the food here--especially the crab/shrimp stack. Lump crab meat, six large shrimp, avocados, mangoes? What's not to love? The lemon squeeze is really good as well, though when I asked the server if it was essentially homemade lemonade and she referred to it as "handcrafted" that sorta teetered on the edge of 'absolutely effin' ridiculous.' The fish tacos that one of our guests had looked incredible. Service pace is leisurely and the restaurant itself is usually busy, so don't get too mad if you're here for a while.
(4)Julia I.
Straight from the freezer food? Oh yeah. Totally dated inside too. So not good....but it is Orlando so good food is few and far between.
(2)Foodie E.
Good food and sugar filled umbrella drinks. A long wait though.
(3)Richard F.
Having an incredible dinner. The food and ambiance ... Perfect. This is my second time here. Ask for Kristen to be your waitress. Kristen M is the one of the best servers I have had the privilege of having wait on me. She is friendly, professional and truly listens to her guests.
(5)Daniele D.
I'm surprised we procrastinated on going to this place. It was across the street from our hotel and it's not like the name read "upscale!" About 6 of us showed here late one night after a VERY long convention day. Sweaty messes and past the point of exhaustion and hunger. We opted to sit outside since the weather was still nice and there was a man playing reggae music on the patio. It transformed us into a much happier and uplifted state. The food was good...not great, but really tasty. The drinks were yummy and the desserts were plate-licking good. Definitely not a place to go if you want to impress someone or have a quiet conversation...but if you're just looking to kick back, relax and unwind this is a great option. I'm definitely looking forward to visiting another Bahama Breeze! Next time I might do a repeat performance of Zumba moves to the reggae beat! =)
(4)P J.
Coming from canada, I randomly visited this place as it seemed to have a nice atmosphere. After we ordered our food and when we were waiting for it a big black cockroach fell on the table from the ceiling ... Just grabed our stuff and left.
(1)Renee C.
We visited BB twice while in Orlando. Food was everything that we asked for and more. They even built crab (lump) salad (not on the menu). It was great! We did have a small problem however the manager took care of it right away. Overall we are fans and we would go back again.
(4)Steve P.
Food was pretty good(especially the coconut shrimp) and the service was friendly but slooooow
(3)Aaron P.
Between the many visits to our table, we actually met five members of the staff, everyone wanted to know how we were doing. Daniel and I felt like movie stars. The head chef greeted our table as well. He asked us if we had been to Bahama Breeze before, and I replied "I've been to the one at Sawgrass Mills in Sunrise, FL' near my hometown of Fort Lauderdale. I like the fact that the kitchen grill is in open view from restaurant seating, it was well lighted and clean. We observed the professionalism of the entire staff from our auspicious location. The chicken breast dishes were moist of which we ordered two and we shared that was fun. The food is good, but the staff made us feel special and not that I'm looking for that and its fair that many do. If you are you will get your moneys worth. Kristen, our waitress, even offered me a refill on my southern style sweet tea (not to be missed), to go. It is refreshing that a "liquor extravaganza" establishment catered to a nondrinker like me and that impressed. Thank you Bahama Breeze. You are awesome.
(4)John L.
We just had apps on the deck not bad a bit pricey
(3)Jim Z.
Been here twice and both times have had great experience. Goof is excellent, service is better. One of my faves in Orlando.
(5)Andrew W.
This Bahama Breeze Island Grille's Managing Chef, Michael Bower, performed above and beyond expectations when we we seated at the outside dining area and waited an exceptionally long period of time to have someone present as our server. We sat there quietly knowing that somehow there was a communications gap between hostess stand and serving staff. No one's fault just a missed opportunity! The on duty manager was Michael Bower on Sunday, Oct 2nd 2011 was totally in control of the situation once he was advised of the situation. He approached the situation professionally, courteously and with promptness. Our beverage order was taken immediately and a server was assigned promptly. The food was well presented, delicious and filling. I ate quite a bit of the left overs as I drove through Georgia into South Carolina returning home! Kudos to corporate management for having Mr. Bowers on their management staff. Will definitely return and recommend to all Orlando visitors to enjoy this Bahama Breeze at 8849 International Drive. You can't miss with any selection! Enjoy!!
(5)Shy J.
Ate twice here during our Orlando vacation. Needed something quick and fast!! Loved the fish tacos!!
(4)Adrian C.
4 star service and amazing appetizers. The firecracker shrimp packs enough punch for our fellow spice flavored fanatics and the Jamaican Jerk wings won't jerk you around. The chicken was tender and the jerk sauce was sweet. For a hip tourist hot spot, this place doesn't miss a beat. A 4 star rating for Yelp but I give Bahama Breeze a "Hell Yeah I Would Eat Here Again!" rating.
(4)Florence Y.
My 2nd time at BB...and it wasn't quite the breeze to get into the restaurant. But it is a holiday weekend afterall...and it's close by the theme parks. So I suppose it's okay. Getting in: We called again, had to wait for 15 mins or so before they could sit us. A line to get in line..hmm?!?!? I suggest everyone do the Call-Ahead!! Service: Muy excellente! The server was very friendly and attentive, recommended dishes for the 1st-timers! What the table ordered: Fire-roasted jerk shrimp with cuban bread- YUMMY! Good for a small grp! Lobster and Shrimp Linguine - Well worth the $20...surprising amt of seafood! YUMMY, cream sauce wasn't too heavy! Jerk Chicken Pasta - Go for the lighter portion, it was still huge! Almond crusted tilapia - Fresh fish special that day! Chicken Club Sandwich Cuban Sandwich Key Lime Pie - server made a point to get a big slice for the table to share! More tips for her! Overall wonderful dining experience, we sat indoors. But outdoors had life music..which I'm sure would bring Bahamas to you! Tip-bits: Parking's tricky with several other restaurants in the plaza, comp valet available. Call-ahead, it's probably busy all the time! Huge portions
(4)Gianna R.
I always make a stop here when I am in Orlando.. I know its a chain place but not that big of a chain as I am usually anti-chain restaurants... But I always get the same thing every time.. They have the best wings.. the Habañero Wings Crisply fried and tossed in a spicy habañero pepper barbecue sauce. I always ask for extra sauce I drowned them.. This sauce is very hot but its so good and has s much flavor i cant get enough I usually eat till my stomach hurts it will be on fire lol and then I cool it down with a fruity icy pina colada or something.. If you go there you gotta try the wings..... And its a fun place to eat at just like in the island and it gets a good crowd and is usually packed...
(4)Colin B.
The Key West Shrimp and Grits was an absolutely fantastic meal, just right for having at the bar and enjoying something "local". If it's on the menu and you like shrimp, I highly recommend getting it. The bar service was fast with attentive staff and you can still get the full menu, whereas the wait for tables can be long. Definitely one of the better places on I-Drive.
(4)Donna N.
Went to this location on our vacation. Food is good. I like getting an appetizer and salad for a meal because they have a lot of good appetizers to choose from. The best is their frozen drink, Bahamarita. So good!
(4)Gabi M.
a chain, a fancy TGIFs, service was great, food was okay, worth $20 per entree? not sure. It's decent and nice bar scene, but just okay. I had scallops with lemon creme, but it was pretty bland, got extra creme sauce (I loves me sauce) which helped, but scallops came out room-temp...it's touristo-land, don't have high expecations.
(3)Jay N.
Great food, great service, fun atmosphere. Carribean style food with live music on the patio every night. If you like covered outdoor dining, tiki torches, and steel drum bands, you will love this place!
(5)jennifer k.
Loved this place! Great food, fun atmosphere, very enthusiastic waitresses. I took off one star because the fans are pointed directly at the tables so about 5 minutes in to my meal I was absolutely freezing. But if you take a sweater, you'll love this place!
(4)Jocelyn L.
"good appetizers- had the coconut shrimp, fresh crab + avocado + mango. Good dessert too."
(3)Lonna G.
Bahama Breeze is a great place to go with friends and relax outside while listening to some nice reggae live music. Most of their drinks are pretty good because they use quality liquors and lots of fresh fruit. I love the Mojito, Pomegranate Cosmo, Bahamarita, and Lemon Drop. I usually just have appetizers because thats all you can eat when u sit on the outdoor patio. For appies, I suggest the Habanero Wings w/ Horseradish Sauce or the Spinach & Artichoke dip w/ Plantain Chips. If you're sitting inside, the Shrimp & Lobster pasta is delish or the Paella if you're a seafood lover..
(4)Scott H.
I'm one of those types who usually steers clear of the chain places and looks for more 'mom-n-pop' offerings. Good luck with that around I-Drive in Orlando which likely hosts every last restaurant chain available the in good ol' US of A! I was invited to a vendor reception at Bahama Breeze that took place on the outdoor patio so I was on my way. The palm trees, the blazing tiki torches, the live Caribbean music and the friendly, peppy staff made this quite a nice place to spend a 75-degree late February evening (especially while it was sleeting back in Chicago!). The coconut shrimp, quesadillas and various other appetizers that I tried that evening were quite tasty, even when prepared in bulk. The Bahama Mama cocktail hit all the right notes after being suggested in place of my tropical stand-by, the Mai Tai. Sitting at one of the outdoor bars for much of the evening, I could see that the barkeeps spent a lot of extra time on making the cocktails special with garnishes, special glassware and such. They were always engaging the customers in a seemingly genuine way as well. Overall, a very positive experience which now inspires me to visit my "home" location in Chicago. I might just wait for temps above freezing, however.
(4)Fredy Y.
I keep a distance from chain restaurants but this one I must admit to enjoy on occasions. With $5.2 million annually on sales per store the folks at Bahama Breeze can afford to give you $10 gift cards if you sign up for their mailing list on a regular basis when you spend $20, that's when I go eat for lunch. The two Orlando restaurant factories pump up Caribbean style food to the throngs of tourists. If you are one of them you will not be disappointed. They have something for everyone, kudos to the Darden kitchen staff they deserve all the credit for the better than expected flavors and the $1.81 billion in revenue for the first quarter of fiscal 2011 up 4.2% from last year. George Soros should personally thank the cooks and stewards and take them on a trip to the actual Bahamas in his mega yacht since DRI is part of his financial portfolio. Mr. Soros chill mon! in the Orlando locations there aren't any $1.26 million law suit about alleged racial harassment that was in Ohio. Here most of the hardworking back of the house staff is from the islands of Puerto Rico and Haiti.
(3)Mark D.
We initially wanted to try this place because word of mouth at a conference i was attending was, "great cuban food, a must try". Unfortunately, for dinner there was a 45 minute wait and ate at the Olive Garden across the street. So we decided to take a shot for lunch. This was ingenious. The restaurant was empty probably because everyone was at the parks during the day time. I was quite impressed, i had a Jamaican jerk pulled pork sandwich and it was extremely savoring (I'm actually salivating right now...sad). I kind of knew what the seasoning of Jamaican jerk was, so i asked to throw it on the fries. The waiter was shocked that i asked, so he gave me a side of seasoning. I told him to suggest that to their chefs. Overall the atmosphere is pretty peaceful during lunch, but if you go during dinner, you may feeling like standing up and doing some salsa.
(4)Bo J.
This was my absolute favorite restaurant that I tried in Orlando. Great ambience, good service, great food. We did have to wait about half an hour before getting a table, but it was on a Saturday night. We had an amazing waitress, just wish I could remember her name. She gave great advice on the menu items and was bang on. I'd never had grits before, which happened to be the special that night, and our waitress recommended them. I tried the grits, which were creamy and combined with onions and other yummy flavors, with some seafood, and it was superb! My companion had the steak, and it was rare, just as he asked for it. Great steak. I can't wait to go back there again next time I'm in Orlando. Yum.
(5)Jim C.
Bahama Breeze is like a Chili's and Elephant Walk gone Bahamas style. This popular small chain has 2 locations in Orlando and both are apparently very popular. On a weekday rainy night, the wait was shockingly 60 minutes for dinner at the Vineland location so we tried the Intl Drive location. There was still a wait but not as crazy. The menu has a wide variety of choices, anything from fresh fish prepared a variety of ways to pastas, bugers, salads, and more. And they have a number of creative drinks. Fresh tilapia - jerk painted (spicy bbq sauce) (3.5 stars) (~$13) - the fish was very fresh and moist and came with a generous portion. I was expecting a bit more of a jerk coating but should have read the menu closer as it was more of a wet bbq sauce. I liked the fish itself a lot but not so much the sauce. Next time I'd get prepared one of the other ways. Portobello and veggie sandwich (4 stars) (~$9) - really tasty sandwich on pressed cuban bread with grilled veggies and slices of portobello. Bottom line: If you're tired of all the usual restaurants chains in Orlando, Bahama Breeze is a nice refresher - comfy relaxed setting and prices are reasonable. Just expect a wait.
(4)S C.
The food is awesome and the service is great!!! The atmosphere is festive........I can see my food even before it's served.........lots of people but a table was available. The menu has a great variety and the prices are affordable. Definitely will recommend this restaurant and will visit soon.....again!
(5)Jahdai C.
The food was amazingly delicious and the atmosphere was superb. We ordered the Portobello mushroom and vegetable sandwiches and were stuffed. The prices is very reasonable and service is great. I also love how they have live music.
(5)Jason P.
Just thinking of warm Carribbean weather got me wanting to check out this place. There is complimentary valet parking and self-parking is available as well. Our party of 2 arrived here around 3pm for a late lunch. We were immediately seated in the tiki hut room which gave it a very Carribbean/Hawaiin feel with foliage in the center, wooden tables, beach chairs with cushions, and booth seats. It felt very cozy and laid back, except when you looked out the window. You got a good view of the parking lot and shopping complex which took away from the feel. There is a also a square-shaped full bar area, as well as plenty more seating. If you sit in the center of the restaurant, you can watch the chefs in action as they cook everyone's meals. Service was good as the waiter was very helpful in explaining some of their dishes and frequently checking up on us as well as refilling our glasses of water. For my late lunch entree, I decided to go for the Jerk Chicken Pasta ($15 for the regular 11" plate size, or $11.50 for the lighter 9" plate size) Lite-size which includes bow-tie pasta, mushrooms and small strips of jerk chicken. I also ordered Bahama Breeze's own beer called Aruba Red which is $3.89 for a 20oz. Aruba Red is a lager brewed by Annheuser-Busch. The pasta was very light, and the sauce was somewhat bland, though the chicken had a nice slight kick to it. Some shredded cheese on top helped to bring some flavor out, but in all, the dish was slightly lacking spice or flavor. The Aruba Red was a delightful beer though a little strong on the palate. I also tried the Cuban Sandwich ($9.75) which was pretty good, turkey nice and moist. One odd thing was that there were no pickles in it, which is a standard ingredient that makes a Cuban Sandwich. If you love sour things, the Lemon Breeze ($2.50) was a treat, which is basically lemonade with sugar served in a full size bar shaker. 2-3 glasses easily poured out from the shaker. Even the bathroom was nicely themed with wooden doors to the stalls and brown tiles on the walls and floor. The bathroom was well-maintained. One thing I found odd in the bathroom was a mouth wash dispenser with small jello shot size plastic cups. In all, the food was half decent, service was decent, and beer was decent. Hmmm. Three decents make this an average restaurant.
(3)Jay E.
Over the years there have been great menu items that have disappeared from the menu but overall BB is still very much satisfying. The drink menu is superb and there is nothing better than sitting out on the deck when there is a nice summer breeze
(5)Luis H.
Although it part of the Darden Restaurant chain (Red Lobtser, Olive Garden), I like the fact that this chain features popular food from the Caribbean region in a tropical-inpsired setting. Since they are so few of these restaurants throughout the country, when I see one, I get excited as it brings great memories of living in Orlando (the home of Darden Restaurants) during the 1990s. Orlando was the test pilot city for this chain, and it was a great success. Food and service are wonderful. Great for groups wanting to enjoy good food in a fun setting.
(5)Cortney G.
Bahama Breeze is ok. I'm not a huge chain restaurant fan to begin with, and it was a little too Florida cheesy for my personal taste. The service wasn't fabulous, and the food was decent, but not great. It's definitely kid-friendly and a tourist hot spot. Reminded me of a tropical TGIFriday's.
(2)Rachel H.
i went here with my family while we were on vacation in orlando. i called ahead to see if we'd need a reservation, and was told that they don't take reservations, but will put your name down so that the wait is less when you arrive. not exactly sure how that works, since when we got there, there wasn't a wait at all. anyway, our waitress was cute but ditzy. she didn't know answers to some pretty basic questions. "what's in a chelada?" "oh gosh, that's new. i'm not sure." but she did offer to find out from the bartender. i ordered scallops which were very good and came with corn fritters. and my family was happy with their orders too -- coconut shrimp, and a couple pasta dishes. service was good until the check came. our waitress was really slow to take our credit card and then equally slow in bringing back the receipt. not sure what happened there, since she was quick earlier in the evening. overall, it was a nice meal. side note: we were offered a seat outside, but the live calypso music was so annoying that we all opted to eat indoors.
(3)Cari G.
Great place for groups. Each time I'm in Orlando, we always end up here. Their drink menu is fun and I enjoy sitting in their outdoor patio. Nice atmosphere fitting for Florida, too. I always default back to their black bean soup and coconut shrimp. Accessible location right off International Drive.
(3)Scott G.
Was there last year, the jerk chicken pasta was excellent
(4)Katherine G.
I absolutely love Bahama Breeze, the summery atmosphere, the drinks, and the food. One of my favorites =)
(5)Pablo S.
best restaurant 4eva
(5)Ken L.
Great place. Walkable from many OCCC hotels. Fun, knowledgeable, and chatty bartenders. Order the swordfish whenever they have it, you will not be disappointed.
(5)Eeee C.
I went here twice and on both occasions I had to wait to be seated. The waiting staff gives you a prompty device which vibrates and buzzes when they have a table for you. The place seems to be packed at all times. The food was good it seemed like it was a higher end Applebee's with a Bahamian theme to it. The best time to go is at night when they have live band performances. The Swirly Pina Colada was also very yummy! The empanadas served here were better than the ones I had in NY. It kinda makes me want to go back there to have MOAR. Oh well. IT was an experience :)
(4)Dana M.
I would recommend this place for drinks and appetizers. So many of the appetizers are amazing. I would suggest the crab claws, spinach dip, onion rings, coconut shrimp, Cuban bread, and the quesadillas. I love the Bahamarita and Ultimate Pina Canada. The breezewood chicken is my favorite entree. Not every entree has enough flavor in my opinion, so I would generally ask your servers opinion so you're not disappointed. I also love love love the Cobb salad and bahamian seafood chowder. It's a nice place to feel like you're on a tropical vacation even if you live in Orlando. Outside entertainment is fun. Enjoy it!
(4)Jim O.
Good relaxed dinner. I guess the food here s trying to be bahamian in nature. Really felt like a mix of cajun and Jamaican.. Everything we had was outstanding. The chicken kabobs that I ate were very well prepared and had a really nice flavor. The wait staff was very attentive. We have 5 different people help us. This was not out of confusion, but appeared that when other waiters have time they help out each other by bringing our food, or refilling drinks. It was a very nice experience. The restaurant was not overly busy when we were there (it was a Monday night) which is sometimes nice. Parking seemed ample, though there were quite a few restaurants in the area and I can imagine that parking is more challenging on other nights.
(4)Fei X.
Lots of great drinks. Great live music and good service.
(3)Paul D.
Excellent food, service and atmosphere. You gotta have the crab/shrimp stack appetizer! Nicole at the outdoor bar was excellent but the back and forth with checking in to wait for a table and getting your pager is redundant and ineffecient. Reggae music playing while having cocktails....can it get any better?
(4)Alexander M.
drinks, the drinks is what i go for. i could drink 8 of them in one sitting.
(4)Lori N.
The food was great. But the service was only ok. Ordered the lobster and shrimp linguine, buttermilk fried chicken and the coconut shrimp. All of it was wonderful...would deffinately go again.
(4)chris s.
This place never wows me. Service was good albeit rushed. The pallela was like seafood fried rice with mini scallops and shrimp not like a real pallela. The mini beef patty appetizer is yummy. I know people like this place but two tries was enough for me to know I can find better.
(2)Tammy S.
I thought the quality of the food here was surprisingly very good. There is great variety for lunch and the prices are affordable. We came here twice in one business trip. I had tortilla soup and salad, really good. The 2nd time I had the fish tacos, again - really good. I'd go back again and again if there were one in my neighborhood.
(5)Yui K.
Relaxing atmosphere. Caribbean, laidback feel and music. Lines get long, but we just grabbed drinks at the outside bar while we waited. Seafood paella had generous portions of seafood, though it couldve used a little more spice or zest or something. BBQ chicken was sweet, tang, and smothered in mozzarella. Nice. Drinks were VERY decently priced. We considered it "cheap" for a restaurant/bar to charge $5.50 for a margarita. The Bahamarita was yum. Staff and food were timely considering the amount of people in the place.
(4)Felicia C.
Orlando and Bahama Breeze just seem to go together for me. I've been to Orlando twice and I've eaten here twice and both times were fantastic experiences for me. If you're looking for a tropical place to have dinner or chill by the bar while listening a guy playing reggae music, this is the place. I don't know why but I've ordered the same thing here both times. I think it's because I remember one thing is good but forget what the other one was like so I just order both all over again. The good: The Bahamarita. It's this margarita made from different types of fruit slush. Very yummy and you can't even taste the alcohol! The usual: The seafood paella. When I think about the first time I ordered it, for some reason, I feel like I didn't like it. But, this more recent time, it was pretty good (maybe because all the alcohol I was drinking was finally getting to me) and it was quite tasty. Overall, Bahama Breeze is more about the environment than anything else. It's just a good consistent place to go for dinner and hang out with friends.
(4)Ben V.
The food was excellent and came in large servings. The wait staff was also very understanding about me being in a hurry and put a rush on my food.
(4)C N.
Excellent Restaurant! Great food, Great prices and Great service. I went there with a family of 4 and everyone found something exciting to eat. Live music was very good and the decor helped the vibe. I would highly recommend eating at this place but you may need to get a reservation, very popular!
(5)Marebear P.
Really good food, lots of flavor, and the staff was really nice. The music they play is awesome too. Wish they had this in Texas!! I will go back everytime I come to florida.
(5)Joe D.
Pretty good chain restaurant. Was with a group. Had a chicken sandwich with bacon and avocado, fries, and ice tea. Standard stuff. It was pretty good. Others had large salads that they enjoyed. I should have gone for the salad.
(3)Sean M.
I'm not usually a fan of chain restaurants, but I also don't always get to choose where we're going to eat when I'm dining with my extendend family. On our recent Disney getaway, this place was new to me so I found it a refreshing alternative to the typical chain restaurants like Applebee's and others that are all over the place in the Orlando area. First of all there's no valet service at Ruby Tuesday, so you know Bahama Breeze is already trying to set itself apart. Second the service was fun and friendly, exactly the kind of feeling you want when you're on vacation. Our waitress was perky and checked on us frequently to make sure our orders were OK. The onion ring appetizers and quesadillas she recommended were a good choice to share and I really liked my paella. Third, I just liked the whole beach-y laid back feeling of this place that is so evocative of Florida and the Caribbean. For what Bahama Breeze offers they do just fine.
(4)Angela W.
A fun place. Good food, sometimes strong drinks and ever so friendly servers who make your Disney/Orlando visit a real treat. I will go again on my next trip because just short of being in the Bahamas, it gave the full effects.
(4)Sugandha G.
I was at a conference in Orlando, so my review is based on one visit only 1. Ambiance: very tropical. There was an outside bar with live music. There was a 30 minute wait at 10:00 pm on a Sunday night. 2. Drinks: they have special beer called Aruba Red brewed only for them, my co-worker said it was good. All the drinks were reasonably priced at around 5 bucks. I had the non-alcoholic special with was a lemonade made in sugar cane juice and it was delicious. 3. Food: we all ordered the paella and were in general agreement that it was pretty good. The tostones appetizer was nice too. The flavors were not too strong, yet unique. This is a place that caters to a general palette. 4. Service: Our waiter was super attentive, gave us tips for the area.
(4)Lori G.
Bahama Breeze, what can I say. One of my favorite places of all time. Its got more ambiance than I can describe here. This place will make you feel like you are on vacation even if you live next door. I love the tropical decor, the inside of the restaurant is right out of Bahama with lush greens, tall foilage, and thatch roofs. But the patio is where the action is. Its huge and has 2 bars, tons of seating and a stage where steel drums play all night long. What's better than a little island music while you sip one of their signature drinks. The Bahama Momma is a red fruity drink with a little shot of cactus juice hooked on to the side. Tasty and unique. And they have their own beer Aruba Red, brewed by Anheuser Busch and produced only for The Breeze. But my beverage of choice is the Mojito. They have the perfect blend of mint and even include the all important sugar cane. As for food I normally get the tilapia which is delicious, they have several ways to get it- blackened, seasoned, grilled... its your choice. For a lighter bite try the onion rings which are the thickest cut I've ever seen and stacked like a volcano or the habenaro wings that come out with the full wing attached. I love this place, so if you haven't been yet get out there and embrace The Breeze.
(5)Kathy J.
Nice break from all things Disney. Cool name, good food and just a couple of blocks from our resort. We start off with Cuban bread...YUM-O, but I don't really see what is so Cuban about it. It looked like garlic bread only a little sweeter. My 9 year old daughter almost ate the whole thing by herself. I ordered the Jerk Chicken Pasta. Big portions. I was able to share it with my daughter and we were both very full. Good lunch and a reasonable price.
(3)After being lured in with the thought of a free cocktail from a coupon book from a swanky convention place I wasnt staynig at. Im afraid that I dont have a clue as to the menu here as we only popped in for drinks. I had my free mango mojito which was refreshing tangy and tasty full of sweet mango Then on to the pomegrante cosmo which was really lovely after that we moved on to the next bar the night does get a bit hazy with the free coupon books and the flowing free drinks
(4)Jamie F.
Wow, decently priced family food, this ain't an Applebees. Yum and great drinks and quick seating during the high season and... yeah. In a strip full of tacky chain restaurants, this chain restaurant really stands out. We 4 happy diners were oh so happy to find this place, and everything they served us was great. Veg-friendly, including a portabello sandwich that could be made cheeseless and was still yummy.
(5)Mykle L.
Pretty nice place. the set up makes it seem like your back in Bahamas that is if you ever been there..with nice weather patio drinks at the outside bar.. food was good drinks were cheap staff was friendly
(4)Haley F.
best resteraunt everrr pasta is amazingg!
(5)Hudson M.
For Orlando this might be a newly discovered treasure, well at least for us. The food is good which for the area is amazing. It is a large populated resturaunt and Happy Hours Place. Plenty of spicy choices.....
(5)c f.
This was a pleasant surprise. The pina coladas were great and not too overpriced..around $6. I had coconut shrimp which were great and the sauce was great. Pleasant atmosphere and staff.
(4)J B.
This place was awesome. As cold as it was outside, inside, I really felt that I was in the Caribbean. From the friendly wait staff to their selection of seafood and dishes, I enjoyed it all. Even the price was very moderate. For apps, we had spinach dip and coconut shrimp. The coconut was fabulous. I just wish there were more. My main course was the pan seared tilapia. The flavors just exploded in my mouth. The portion was just right and the choice compliment my dish. If you get a chance to visit this place, I'm sure you will not be disappointed. The only reason I did not give this place 5 stars was parking. It took us a few minutes to find a spot. But, if you don't want to wait, they do offer valet parking.
(4)OMG this place is amazing! The BEST cocktails from the signiture Bahamarita to the fantastic Aruba Red beer. The meals are to die for there is something for everyone's taste. From chicken to seafood to pasta to salads and sandwiches i defy anyone to be disappointed with this restaurant! The cinnamon sweet mashed potato is to die for!
(5)Vivien W.
I'd never been to a Bahama Breeze before, and was pleasantly surprised by the tropical, plantation-style atmosphere--completely befitting the warm, rainy climate of Orlando. The layout of this place reminds me of Elephant Bar, with the only difference being the theme, as carried throughout the decor, waitstaff uniforms and food. Fun, casual place for a larger group.
(4)Patrick H.
Excellent service and food. While the wait was bit long it was worth it. For drinks we had a mojito and a pina colada. Both we good. For an appetizer we had creole goat cheese and it was delicious. If you order this eat it all even the bell peppers the cheese is served in,you won't be disappointed. For our main courses we had the chicken Santiago and the chicken. Jerk pasta. This restaurant offer a light portion version of most dishes and even then your in no danger of going hungry. The Santiago chicken was good and the fried yucca side was nice. But the sauce of the jerk chicken pasta was to die for. I highly recommend it. For desert Rebecca's key lime pie is a great choice.
(4)lori l.
Despite a full crowd and arriving with a large group we were seated earlier than predicted. The outdoor bar area was spacious and comfortable with the exception to the hot Orlando night which made the wait for a table quite pleasant. The menu is quite extensive with a lot of great appetizer options as well as entrees. Our large group was accommodated quickly and without errors. I enjoyed the jerk chicken pasta and had ordered the large size portion. WRONG! It was huge and I could not do it justice! Friends enjoyed some very spicy wings and lobster quesadilla which were tasty! Fun, casual atmosphere, large portions and reasonable pricing.
(4)Christopher R.
Love this place. It's one of my favorite places to eat when we visit Orlando. The food is always good and service is always friendly and fast. They mix some killer drinks, and you HAVE to order the onion rings. Onion rings....nuff said
(5)Brenden S.
I am a gluten free and at first glance they didn't have a gluten free option. The waitress was AMAZING and had the kitchen make me a gluten free meal. Just awesome! Drinks were also REAL and not watered down. :)
(4)Jill F.
Went here while I was on vacation with my friends. Pretty satisfied, cool restaraunt! A little pricey for the meals being small portions, but its on I-Drive so thats kind of a given that it'll be a little more expensive. LOCATION: In the heart of I-Drive, great spot to walk around after you eat and look at gift shops and many other stores. DECOR: Really cool layout and decorations. The outside has tables with tiki torches everywhere to look all tropical and even a live band on certain nights. The inside is really cool, very big place and lots of plants and fish tanks. FOOD: I ordered some kind of carribean jerk chicken, it was pretty good. It came with a tropical salsa that had pineapple and mango chunks in it. It was a very different dish, something cool to try if your not used to that sort of food. Most of the items on their menu are like that, so if your someone who likes traditional meals this may not be the place for you (although, they do have traditional meals like ribs and burgers too). SERVICE: Average, friendly waitress. Had to wait around 30 minutes for a table, but we hungout outside by the bar so it wasn't a bad wait.
(4)Tim B.
Excellent food and conch With a rum punch in my hand I closed my eyes and felt like it was in the islands
(5)Steven S.
Awesome place!! Has the feel of a chain restaurant but because I am from the Northeast, it was different for us. Nice setting, very tropical looking. Ordered an app of pulled pork on plantains, delicious! Mixed drinks (rum runner & ultimate margarita) were fantastic. Meals were fish tacos & chorizo sliders, both were excellent. If you are visiting the area for Universal & are looking for something different, check out this place. You won't be disappointed.
(5)Ricardo M.
I Love it!!!! I highly recommend, full bar but the waitress need to be more friendly
(4)Kent H.
I ordered the 3 fish tacos, tilapia. The ambiance was pretty cool and felt very vacation like. The avocado in the taco was a good addition. The tilipia consisted of fairly large pieces. I enjoyed the balsamic vinegar vine ripened tomato salad which I actually wished there was more in on the dish.
(3)Jon K.
In the same way Darden Restaurants created the Olive Garden based on Italy, they've created Bahama Breeze based of of the islands. Let's not fool anyone though. This is a chain restaurant through and through. The only thing "international" here is the name of the road. That being said, they do have a menu that is safe for everyone, as none of the dishes are too ethnic or spicy. There is a big focus on appetizers and drinks (as I'm sure they are the money makers.) The food itself is good and the portions are large. Come hungry. As far as this specific location, it can be very busy Friday and Saturday night. We may all be used to grabbing the vibrating device that let's us know when our table is ready, but you can wait well over an hour even with a reservation. Unless you're a tourist or entertaining a large crowd, you'll probably find quicker eats elsewhere in town.
(4)Shar F.
This place has good drinks, i lovvveee the ultimate pina colada. I personally call it pina pina lol Go try it!
(5)Kate H.
Great lunch today! I had the combo shrimp/lobster empanadas with a salad.it was a bit expensive for lunch, but it has good food, lots of parking and a good atmosphere.
(4)Geoff B.
We came here on the advice of a friend who used to live in Orlando. I ordered some crab claws, which were way overcooked and drowning in butter. Now, I like crab and butter as much as the next guy, but these claws were mush. No amount of melted butter could save them. My wife and sister's meals were good. I had high hopes when my meal came with Cuban Bread, but it turned out to just be French Bread. Have Americans always called it that, or only since that whole Freedom Fries thing? The atmosphere was okay, but the hostess didn't seem to care. The waitress was nice enough. We came here because other places were too far of a drive. Probably wouldn't come back if given the choice. Also, we might have seen a drug deal outside, so at least we got that "Miami Experience" without having to make the trek to Miami.
(3)Katie L.
Mojitos didn't have the sugar stick anymore.... that's the only reason I used to like this place. Tostones appetizer was super dry. Croquettes were delicious. Coconut shrimp dinner was good. A little too oily for me but they give you a lot of food. Banana bread dessert was good, filling and very sugary.
(3)Eric P.
The first location of this Darden chain, this Bahama Breeze is in the middle of Orlando's International Drive tourist district. This means you'll have to brave traffic and general crowded-ness to get here. The parking lot is small (and nearby venues have patrolling tow trucks to ensure you don't steal their precious spaces, either), so count on using For all that effort ... I wanted the meal to be better. Don't get me wrong, the food is good. And fortunately, over the years, they've learned to add "lighter portion" options -- as almost every entree is served super-sized (a notch below, perhaps, Cheesecake Factory's bigger-than-your-head standard size, but still more than a single serving). And it is better than sister restaurants Olive Garden and Red Lobster. But nowhere near the quality of sibling Seasons 52, which is in the same price category. And this location, well ... it's showing its age and the volume of traffic it gets. If you go: Coconut Shrimp is a winner, as are the beef empanadas (formerly known as "West Indies Patties"), which come with a lovely apple-mango salsa and sour-cream dip. I've not had something yet I didn't like ... just few things I'd, well, love. If I want to dine at a Bahama Breeze, I'll definitely look to try one of their newer locations flung around the metro area ... away from the I-Drive crowd.
(3)Brian W.
Fun mojitos and foofoo drinks ! Try to go early or late as it gets very busy with tourists !
(4)Bill T.
Wow, I hadn't been to a Bahama Breeze in a long time, I was really missing out. We used to frequent the one in Altamonte but the last few times were just okay. The cocktails, food and service here are excellent. They have, easily, the best selection of rums in the area and make some great drinks with nice fresh ingredients. We asked them to make their "Original Daiquiri" with Appleton Estate rum, which they happily accommodated, with delicious results. Their lump crab and shrimp appetizer was also very fresh and tasty, and a nice portion to boot. We had their fresh fish and Paella for entrees and both were excellent. Service was great too, we just need to save room for desert next time. Like a trip to the islands just 20 minutes from my house!
(5)Wesley S.
If you want to go grab a drink and unwind and maybe do a bit of networking this is a good place especially for the college crowd. The food is not bad either! ;)
(4)Peazy R.
I love this place! Good food and GREAT drinks! We always receive good service and whenever I ask a waiter about a menu item they seem to know everything about it, which is a plus in my book. I can always count on recommendations when I want to try something new. I usually stick with the jerk chicken pasta though, I love that stuff. There is always a wait. which is good for them but bad for me since I can be a little impatient AND whenever I go there I'm usually pretty hungry lol. I cant wait to go back.
(4)Cheryl G.
I don't typically rate chain food restaurants, because really what is the point. But I had to post something out about Bahama Breeze in regards to terrible management decisions and overall bad restaurant decisions. First of all, I stopped by after arriving later in the evening to the Orlando area for work. The national championship game is on and I wanted to catch up on some work. First problem, no internet.. really.. it's 2015 Bahama Breeze.. get with the times. Second, the game is on, several patrons wanted to listen to the volume.. the nice server went to the back to talk to the manager and came back with a NO. Really.. so you don't want to make your patrons happy??? I get that you don't want sports stuff on for the most part but there are exceptions, Superbowl, National Championship games etc... We are Americans and we need a little positive stuff now and again, throw us a bone BB... ugh.. I come to Orlando a few times a month, won't come back to this place again.
(1)Deryk L.
Ok. Food was hot! Service was great.
(3)Laura D.
My husband and I visited Bahama Breeze while on vacation for lunch and we both really liked it here. I got the fish tacos with fruit salad as my side. The fish tacos were delicious and a perfect combination of flavors. The fruit salad was tasty, and was served with a melon-ball sized scoop of mango sorbet- yum! My husband got coconut shrimp with rice, and he polished his plate clean. He loved the shrimp so I didn't get to sample them. The service was what you would expect- good enough, nothing to write home about. We would go back if we see another in our travels.
(4)Steve W.
Great food deliciously prepared. Jerk Talapia and shimp was outstanding. Garlic mashed potatoes were seasoned just right. Finished with Key Lime Pie. Amazing!
(5)Olesya M.
Delicious cocktails and beautiful interior, vacation atmosphere, paella-ok.
(3)Ka T.
What a interesting visit i had. I randomly pick this place due to its high rating and its location to my hotel. I was pretty excited as i walked into the place, there was quite a line outside waiting to eat, so i figured they gotta be doing something right. I proceed to the bar to eat because i was alone. The friendly Alexa offered me a friendly service however didn't offer me all the menu options as i didn't receive the fresh seafood menu that i soon learn about as i hear other around me ordering. I immediately changed my selection to a rare tuna steak. When i received my food, it looked great. As i began to dig in, i immediately realized there was something funny about my food as i started to chew on some plastic. I immediately Alexa know and she brought it to the attention of management. Their resolution was less then flattering. The manager or whoever he was just said sorry, replaced my plate and said the plastic is from how its cooked. He offered nothing in regards to a desert, a drink, discount nothing. I felt like this happens all the time and you gotta just deal with it. I paid my bill and left. How can business keep customers like this? Beware before you chomp!
(1)Joy J.
My SO and I ate at the lake buena vista location right by the prime outlets -- I ordered the kabob entree which was delicious -- My SO was stunned on how much food it was along with yellow rice I believe. Nice atmosphere - I heard they made good paella's but the menu do not carry it anymore. Coconut shrimp and calamari is a great appetizer starter.
(4)Richard P.
Food was good but a bit spicy. If you like spicy food then it's a GO
(3)Amy Y.
I love the chicken with the habanero sauce. The sauce has a nice tangy sweet n spicy taste. Make room for chocholate moose cake. It is the best dessert I ever had!!! They have the best strawberry pina colada and martinits. Oh, I also enjoy the avocado stack for appetizer. The fish taco is good for lunch and not fishy. Everything taste good and fresh here. Go a bit early bc normally there is 20-40min wait.
(5)Lauren M.
The atmosphere at Bahama Breeze is laid back and fun. It's great to come here for a night out with friends. I always have a difficult time deciding what I want from the drink menu. I've never had a bad drink there, and all of the drinks look so good! The Ultimate Piña Colada, Pineapple-Coconut Martini, and Passion Fruit Martini are all particularly good. However, the drink that stands out the most to me is the Frozen Bahamarita. It comes with a shot hanging off the side of the margarita glass! So cool! For dinner I almost always get the Jamaican Grilled Chicken Breast. It has a slight hint of mango that compliments the mango pineapple salsa. The regular portion comes with two chicken breasts, so I always opt for the lighter portion. It's cheaper and more than enough food. My only complaint with this location is the traffic and parking. It's located right off of 535 near Disney World. So you either have to sit through 535 traffic which is usually bad, or International Drive traffic which is very "stop and go" around dinner time. One time it took me almost an hour to get here from Dr. Phillips via the International Drive route. Also, the parking here is terrible. I usually end up circling for a spot for 10 minutes or end up parking in front of one of the hotels.
(4)Dave K.
Came here for a Blogger dinner. While it was a big group I think the staff handled it very well. Drinks were quick, appetizers were fast, and entrees were right on time! Great time!
(4)Georgette T.
The food is decent but the portions are too small for a chain restaurant
(3)Ryan C.
Greatest customer service EVER! Came here for lunch while vacationing got in and out in 25-30 minutes thanks to the courteous and attentive staff
(5)Andy K.
We ate lunch and it was great. The butterfly shrimp was awesome. The chowder, some of the best ever had. The fish was well prepared and finally, the cost was fair. Would highly recommend.
(5)David B.
Service was very slow!! Not the best experience.
(1)Tom B.
The restaurant I had intended to go to was not open, so I lunched at Bahama Breeze today, first time in years. After being seated, I felt that I had walked into a Red Lobster that had a little extra flair. I don't recall that impression on my last visits. The wine list was slim and predictable, and the lunch menu was not that extensive either. I began with the Bahamian chowder, which was maybe the best part of the meal, but not extraordinary. My server asked, "How's the chowder -- life-changing, huh?" I just smiled. (Life-changing?) Knowing this was a Darden restaurant, where they can't seem to grasp the concept of timing, I waited until I was at least halfway finished with the soup, then chose an almond-crusted mahi mahi with garlic mashed potatoes and whole green beans. At the same time I ordered a second glass of wine. My order came out, but there was no wine to be found. I almost got on my cell and called for an ETA on the wine delivery. Well anyway the fish was un-awesome, but edible. They gave me mashed sweet potatoes instead of garlic mashed, but I didn't send it back. (I believe those stories about what they do in the kitchen when you send something back, eww!) The green beans were overcooked, not at all crispy. My memory of the "Breeze" was that it was once pretty good, but it was the low point of my day on this occasion. Two stars for the pleasant server.
(2)Linda P.
The seafood paella is excellent it is a must have! Plus, they have a great lunch special grilled salmon yummy. However, the only thing they should do is have to hostess check the ladies bathroom and check to see if it needs to be cleaned or need toilet paper in each of the stalls.
(4)Traci B.
I thought this place ROCKED! The food was delicious, the service was perfect, the atmosphere fun, the drinks fabulous, and the entire overall experience was well, YIPPY!!!! We ordered a ton of appetizers and skipped the dinner altogether. The spicy shrimp appetizer was the best thing EVA! Also- you just gotta try that pink swirly pina colada cause it is to die for!
(5)Devin R.
My boyfriend and I went here for dinner while we were on vacation. Parking was a nightmare. There were no spaces and we had to follow someone walking out to their car to get their space. Apparently, the night we went there was some sort of filming going on which is why it was so full. Once we finally got into the restaurant, it was very good. The atmosphere is very island-like. I ordered a passion fruitini, which was descent, but it was not very fruity. My boyfriend ordered a Long Island Iced Tea, however, the bar tender didn't put any iced tea in it, and put a ton of lemon liquor in it, which made it like a giant lemon shot. The food was very good though. I ordered some kind of fish fajitas, which were very tasty. I would come back here again, but maybe not order any drinks.
(4)LaToya S.
Nice restaurant with a great atmosphere with an island feel. I got the jerk chicken pasta with mushroom and asparagus and it was plentiful and delicious! I also got a chocolate mousse dessert that was just okay, it's not something that I will get again. The server actually recommended that I try the key lime pie so maybe next time I will do that. The only complaint I have is the meal selection on the menu. In my opinion it is limited in comparison to the drink menu. I know this restaurant is about specialty drinks and all but these drinks literally took up half the menu. Other than that I would definitely go again and recommend it to others.
(4)Kevin M.
Friends took my wife and me last night. Not being from the area we were excited to try it. The Caribbean styled restaurant was a fun place. Steel drums played on the patio while tropical drinks flowed. My wife enjoyed a Pineapple Martini and I enjoyed a local Aruba Brew to pair our table starters of Coconut Shrimp and Firecracker Shrimp. My wife is a connoisseur of Coconut Shrimp and truly enjoyed them, especially the citrus-mustard sauce served as an accompaniment! The Firecracker Shrimp were very well done with the spicy red pepper sauce really setting them off! My wife's dinner or Baby Back Ribs seemed to be standard restaurant faire, but my Grilled Red Grouper was spectacular! Simply grilled with a little butter as citrus seasoning, the dish was fantastic! The sautéed Green Beans were still crisp and vert tasty while the rice pilaf was standard. We finished the meal with a piece of their Key Lime Pie. The fresh made pie was tangy and sweet! All said, it was a very good meal with very good friends!
(4)Ruthie V.
My boyfriend brought me here because he'd been here before and really liked the food. There was a 20 minute wait so we went outside to the lounge and had a drink. I had no idea this was a chain because is was a nice tropical atmosphere and I'd never heard of them since I'm from California and there are none in this state. I loved the tiki torches, live music and open-air bar. Nice atmosphere and we met some friendly locals. When we finally ate, we ordered onion rings to start - a plate of gigantic rings that took up the entire plate and towered about 7 inches high. I think what set these tasty rings apart is that they add lots of fresh herbs to the batter and the onions are huge, they darn near looked like donuts! I ordered the coconut shrimp dinner that came with rice and broccoli. It was delicious and the sauce they serve with it was sweet & spicy. I was able to order mashed sweet potatoes instead of rice and they were wonderful, hearty and not too sweet. Dale had a chicken sandwich that he loved. If we ever visit Orlando again, I'm sure we'll go back!
(5)Ryan K.
I went here after a day of being a nerd and had...something with shrimp in it. When I got home the next monday at work I had the most insane stomach cramps and without getting into the ugly details I spent the next 3 days 'cleaning' my system out. However, being fair, perhaps it was just a contained problem and I did end up losing like 4 pounds because of it. 3 stars mon! Down by da beaaach bo! bo !bo!
(3)Caroline S.
There are a lot of crap restaurants in Orlando, but this is NOT one of them. We tried to get in on a Saturday night, but the wait was 70 mins and we were starved so we went elsewhere, unfortunately. Thankfully, on Sunday night we called ahead (they don't take reservations) and put our names in. While others were getting an hour wait, ours was only 20 mins. We went to the bar to partake of their DELICIOUS margheritas and ultimate pina colada and some coronas whilst they figured things out. The wait ended up being only 10 mins and we were seated right away. The wait staff were attentive, but they were a bit all over the place at first while the crowds were around. We received 2 soups when we only ordered 1 (seafood chowder - AMAZING!) so they gave us the 2nd for free! We had an amazing mix of food. Apps to recommend: shrimp in garlic (not sure the name), chicken empanadas, seafood chowder (so so good!) Apps that were "meh, not so great": corn cakes Entrees: jerk chicken, pesto chicken...yum!! Drinks: Ultimate pina colada & Bahamarita - made to perfection & so cheap!! All in all, LOVE this place & highly recommend calling ahead so you're not completely wasted on Bahamaritas to enjoy the delicious food!
(5)Mat R.
Not bad, not great. Their cocktails are good, and the atmosphere is great, but their food was just so-so. We came here while we were visiting Universal Studios on our trip, and we wanted this place to kick ass so badly, but it just fell short.
(4)Curtis B.
Pretty good spot I went here last summer with some frat brothers during our fraternity's convention per the constant persuasion of my girl friend. It ended up being a very good experience. I enjoyed the tropical themed layout and the service was really nice. I ordered the onion rings for an appetizer and they were huge! I also remember our waitress being from the same part of MD I'm from which was pretty ironic and cool at the same time. I'd definitely recommend that anyone who is vacationing the Orlando area to dine here during an evening of your stay.
(4)Jeff N.
Very very good. Awesome, fun, tropical envoirnment. Not sure if it's everyday but we had free valet service, very cool. Got coconut shrimp for appetizer, was very good but it was $10 for 5 shrimp, not worth it. I had the clypso shrimp pasta or something like that, was amazing!!!!!! Strongly reccomend it! Great fun place to eat, AMAZING service, great waiter. Would gladly come back again, can't wait!
(5)J L.
If you're looking for tropical drinks, this is the place. I didn't have any food here, so I can't say what it was like, but the drinks were good. Ok, so I ordered a pina colada, not my usual drink ,but man it was awesome! They make all of their mixes in house I was told. Their white wine Sangria with mango is refreshing. Nice patio area that faces International (I-drive in local terms I think). Fun place.
(4)Juan G.
Very good attention and great food! Had fish with Yuca and Maduros and it was great!
(4)Jorge O.
Being from Puert Rico, I expect alot more of a Caribe food restaurant. This is a American version of that food. For me it was a waste of time and money.
(2)Keith C.
Ahhhh, Bahama Breeze - the wife and I got the opportunity to visit BB while on vacation in Orlando several days ago, and it was as wonderful as we remember. The Bahama Breeze here in Birmingham has been closed for some time now (it's beyond me why that's still the case), so it's been a long time since we've been able to enjoy the Caribbean/Cuban/Island-themed cuisine the restaurant has made so accessible to us country bumpkins. :) The Orlando location was just the breath of nostalgia we were looking for when we gave it a shot again. The atmosphere is still quite impressive, and the food remains fantastic. I had the opportunity to try the Jamaican Jumbo Wings, Cuban Black Bean Soup, and Jerk Grilled Mahi Mahi w/ Mashed Sweet Potatoes and Broccoli, along with a Mango Beach smoothie (non-alck'ed) - it was all superb and just as delicious as it once was here in the (questionably) Magic City. The service was equally as awesome as the meal, as we were taken care of by Daniela, a native from Brazil. She was absolutely attentive to our every want, and took time to make us feel extremely welcome at the restaurant, as did every other server/employee with which we came into contact. They each made us feel at home, and very much wanting our vacation to never end. As was the case here in town when the restaurant was still operational, the prices are a bit on the higher-end of the scale than say an Outhouse Steakback (lol), but nothing as wallet-straining as a Ruth Chris, Flemings, or a la carte-based dining. But despite the price, you definitely get your money's worth with regards to portion, flavor, freshness, and uniqueness of offerings. And you'd be hard-pressed to find an atmosphere quite like Bahama Breeze, where groups are comfortably-seated and fit right in perfectly. It (this location at least) is like an oasis in the midst of a desert of fast-food chains, mouse-themed quick-eats, and an over-saturation of asian buffets. So, me - I'm all about the BB and will visit as often as I can when in the Land of the Mouse. Unfortunately it'll take the 9+ hour travel time to enjoy the place again, thanks to its demise in Birmingham. Unless of course someone wants to open a restaurant with me... Any takers? :) Readers - if you need something completely independent of "the mouse"'s influence, or a shelter from the storm of whining/bratty, completely insatiable children that find themselves in Orlando at the same time as yourself, here's your oasis. Run to it...quickly...
(5)Jason A.
First time here, the wait to be seated was quick, the food was great, the service was great, and the prices were reasonable. I will definitely be headed back their soon!
(4)Karen M.
I had the avocado cheeseburger with goat cheese - yummo! and the fries - absolutely delicious - they stayed crispy all the way home (i got mine to go cause they were packed!) so if you want to get in/out, get there before 5pm )) - I plan to make another trip before I go home for good - I was told by the girl at Walgreens that the jerk chicken is great...so guess what im having before I go?? ))
(5)Sarah C.
The ambiance was great, Pina Colada- Gross Coconut shrimp- good jerk chicken- ehhh overall this reminded me of Red Lobster Its ighhhhhht
(3)Gary E.
Loved the food, good service, steel drum player named Steve Hendrickson was playing at lunch. We enjoyed it so much we ate lunch there two days in a row.
(5)Yiyi Z.
My boyfriend and I went to Orlando for spring break. We spent a couple of days at the theme parks, Disney World and Universal Studios, for sure. It's fun but the food was not good. Burgers, burgers, and burgers. Of course there are pizzas and hotdogs. So at the last night we were at Orlando, we were desparate to eat some real food. And then we accidentally found this place and it's fantastic!! First, it opens late. When we got there it was almost 10pm. The service was very friendly, and the waiter serving us was nice and more importantly, what he recommended were really good. The drinks were very tropical and tasty. We ordered the grilled chicken wings for appetizer that was stronly recommended by the waiter. It's awesome!! Tender and flavorful. We absolutely love it. My boyfriend had the wood-grilled top sirloin steak. To be honest, it's a bit over-cooked. However, the mashed potato coming along was unexpectedly good. I had the calypso shrimp linguine. It was not fancy and had a simple appearance. However, I like it very much and so did my boyfriend. Last but not least, the price is very fair. The restaurant is well-decorated, the staff are kind, the food is good and it's not expensive! What else can people ask for, right? Got to try it!
(5)Anurag M.
Decent food And drinks
(3)Alysia W.
This place was packed but it didn't take long for us to be seated! We ordered the chicken bow-tie pasta with mushroom/asparagus, bbq ranch salad with fried chicken pieces, and the tomato basil flatbread appetizer. Everything tasted great and I especially loved the southwest salad. I'm generally not a fan of ranch but bbq ranch is the most amazing thing I've ever tasted. The bow tie pasta was good with the exception of the chicken being spicy.. I didn't like that very much because the rest of the pasta wasn't spicy at all. We ordered the non-alcoholic lemon drink (I forget the name) but it is basically lemonade made with real cane sugar. It's the same price as a soda and you get enough for two cups worth! So you don't have to pay for any refills since they give you plenty in the first place [: I will definitely come back here when I'm in Florida again. My new favorite!
(5)Bonnie S.
woowei - huge portion (tower mound) of freshly battered onion rings w/touch of coconut in panko jap bread crumbs - to leave a crumb is hells na -- homemade rings perfectly baked golden to amazingness ....
(4)Pinkie J.
We ordered take out from here and I personally didn't like the food much. I ordered the jerk chicken and bow tie pasta- and it wasn't very good. It tasted like it had a lot of lemon in it. My husband had the jerk chicken and garlic mash and I had a taste, it wad better than what I had but still bot great. The staff seemed very friendly though.. Overall 2 stars cause I didn't like the food too much..
(2)M P.
What a great place to start a vacation in Orlando!!! Good music and great cocktails.... Couldnt get better!!!
(4)Emily S.
i was recommend to come to this restaurant and i'm glad I did. We waited about 20 minutes for a table and it was well worth the wait. Bahama Breeze offers a nice atmosphere with friendly servers. I ordered a frozen drink which was so good and cool looking with different color layers and I had a entree salad which was by far amazing and it had grilled chicken and all different types of fruits mixed in. Prices were reasonable for a place like this with good quality food. Overall, I definitely recommend trying this place.
(5)Colin M.
Big fan! Been going for over 10 years. Really like the I-Drive location, its the only one that has some rear outdoor seating which you can request during cooler times, great at night. Try the 'Jerk Chicken Past', it''s their signature dish...and the 'Bananas Supreme' for dessert. Killer combo.
(5)Avi P.
After driving down this drive of endless restaurants we decided to stop at this cool plantation style building to try out what they had to offer.. As you enter you are greeted from the outside of this restaurant with the lively caribbean music over the speakers welcoming you in.. Initial setup is like a regular chain restaurant however with comfy waiting chairs next to a very colorful fish tank to help you past your wait time.. Arriving here early evening, we did not have to wait to long however I can see this place easily getting over packed and the waiting being a bit later in the evening . Dont get it wrong however the restaurant is a large one and is split into 3 sitting areas as well as an outdoor cover patio which seems to be the main drink area since the bar is outside.. The service was quick and very helpful, unfortunately we had a new waiter helping us and our order was mixed up but being in such light mood and mostly sorry for the guy we kept what we had made it work although he denied it was our mistake.. The food we had was good however it was definetly a watered down version of real carribean food.. The waiters were from the caribbean so their accents helped in creating the feel of actually being right there on an island. Drinks were very interesting and they seem to carry a variety of drinks or copies of drinks you would find in the caribbean. Overall the atmosphere was relaxing, the staff seemed friendly and the drinks were good.
(4)Melly N.
You can definitely see that Darden is cutting corners. You can not specially order your food like you used to. For example, when I used to order the tostones with chicken and cheese I used to like the cheese and chicken on the tostones and the peppers and such on the side, well you can not do that anymore, its only the tostones and everything else in a bowl like a stew. I did not like that. It makes the tostones taste very soggy. I ordered the chicken with creme which is my favorite dish at Bahama Breeze but this time I ordered it there was soo much water on the bottom of the plate. It looked like they grilled only one side and there was no cream on the chicken, they serve it on the side. I was not a happy camper. My boyfriend's rice bowl was not that great. I expect more bang for the buck and did not get that here. Darden is definitely not as good as it used to be just one short year ago!
(1)Travis M.
This place was fantastic. Great atmosphere, extremely attentive server and excellent food. The price was even reasonable considering the area.
(5)Wanlan X.
We first went to the one in Seattle. This time in Orlando. Very satisfied with both places. The service was great and the food was good. They have a great selection. The food is definitely tempered for American taste though. The foods have some Caribbean elements but definitely not authentic. But overall, if you can't get to the Caribbean, this is a good substitute.
(3)Tony D.
Good food, but the beer is rather pricey. Otherwise, I'd give it 5 stars. The bartenders are very friendly and courteous, and make an effort to know each of their customers by name. Nice touch.
(4)Kellie D.
I ate 3 times here on vacation for one reason...mind blowing drinks! Can you say yummie!!!! My friend's Bahamas Rita was a little work of art and FORGET about my Ultimate Margarita on the rocks with salt!!!! Fab!!!...you can keep the mediocre food and just get me a refreshing bevvie!!!! While the coconut shrimp were decent, the rest of the fare was typical chain restaurant ...calorie saturated and lathered in cheese! Skip it and get your drink on while sitting outside surrounded by rustling palm trees and blazing tiki torches while listening to the dulcet sounds of piped in Caribbean music.
(3)Jessica A.
Great decor. Quick seating and good service. Onion rings as an app were great. Crisp ... Not too greasy. Had a Cuban sandwich for dinner with tomato salad. Eh it was ok. Sandwich did not have much of a taste to it. The Cuban place where I live in SC is a lot better. For the price, I would rather go elsewhere.
(2)Steve R.
Just ate ate the Bahama Breeze and it was very good. It was nothing extraordinary, but the food was tasty and the service was fantastic. Rachel, our waitress was really good at telling us what was really good on the menu and what to stay away from. In the end, we had the seafood Paella. It was very good. If we were ever in the area in the future, we would return.
(3)Mark B.
Had 2 meals here during a 2 week holiday and thoroughly enjoyed both. We went on a Saturday night so had a wait but the bar staff were friendly and the cocktails tasty. The food was great and the atmosphere and entertainment enjoyable. Think the best indication of how much I enjoyed it was that I went back.
(5)Paul R.
I don't generally like chains, especially seafood places. But Bahama Breeze is an exception. They cook various fresh fish in simple, interesting ways. Service is always very good and their tropical drinks aren't just watered down sugar bombs. Their wings are full wings, not just the split wings you get in most other places so adjust your order size to keep from getting overloaded. They offer a couple of things with "jerk" seasoning but
(4)Aaron P.
Between the many visits to our table, we actually met five members of the staff, everyone wanted to know how we were doing. Daniel and I felt like movie stars. The head chef greeted our table as well. He asked us if we had been to Bahama Breeze before, and I replied "I've been to the one at Sawgrass Mills in Sunrise, FL' near my hometown of Fort Lauderdale. I like the fact that the kitchen grill is in open view from restaurant seating, it was well lighted and clean. We observed the professionalism of the entire staff from our auspicious location. The chicken breast dishes were moist of which we ordered two and we shared that was fun. The food is good, but the staff made us feel special and not that I'm looking for that and its fair that many do. If you are you will get your moneys worth. Kristen, our waitress, even offered me a refill on my southern style sweet tea (not to be missed), to go. It is refreshing that a "liquor extravaganza" establishment catered to a nondrinker like me and that impressed. Thank you Bahama Breeze. You are awesome.
(4)John L.
We just had apps on the deck not bad a bit pricey
(3)Jim Z.
Been here twice and both times have had great experience. Goof is excellent, service is better. One of my faves in Orlando.
(5)Andrew W.
This Bahama Breeze Island Grille's Managing Chef, Michael Bower, performed above and beyond expectations when we we seated at the outside dining area and waited an exceptionally long period of time to have someone present as our server. We sat there quietly knowing that somehow there was a communications gap between hostess stand and serving staff. No one's fault just a missed opportunity! The on duty manager was Michael Bower on Sunday, Oct 2nd 2011 was totally in control of the situation once he was advised of the situation. He approached the situation professionally, courteously and with promptness. Our beverage order was taken immediately and a server was assigned promptly. The food was well presented, delicious and filling. I ate quite a bit of the left overs as I drove through Georgia into South Carolina returning home! Kudos to corporate management for having Mr. Bowers on their management staff. Will definitely return and recommend to all Orlando visitors to enjoy this Bahama Breeze at 8849 International Drive. You can't miss with any selection! Enjoy!!
(5)Shy J.
Ate twice here during our Orlando vacation. Needed something quick and fast!! Loved the fish tacos!!
(4)Adrian C.
4 star service and amazing appetizers. The firecracker shrimp packs enough punch for our fellow spice flavored fanatics and the Jamaican Jerk wings won't jerk you around. The chicken was tender and the jerk sauce was sweet. For a hip tourist hot spot, this place doesn't miss a beat. A 4 star rating for Yelp but I give Bahama Breeze a "Hell Yeah I Would Eat Here Again!" rating.
(4)Florence Y.
My 2nd time at BB...and it wasn't quite the breeze to get into the restaurant. But it is a holiday weekend afterall...and it's close by the theme parks. So I suppose it's okay. Getting in: We called again, had to wait for 15 mins or so before they could sit us. A line to get in line..hmm?!?!? I suggest everyone do the Call-Ahead!! Service: Muy excellente! The server was very friendly and attentive, recommended dishes for the 1st-timers! What the table ordered: Fire-roasted jerk shrimp with cuban bread- YUMMY! Good for a small grp! Lobster and Shrimp Linguine - Well worth the $20...surprising amt of seafood! YUMMY, cream sauce wasn't too heavy! Jerk Chicken Pasta - Go for the lighter portion, it was still huge! Almond crusted tilapia - Fresh fish special that day! Chicken Club Sandwich Cuban Sandwich Key Lime Pie - server made a point to get a big slice for the table to share! More tips for her! Overall wonderful dining experience, we sat indoors. But outdoors had life music..which I'm sure would bring Bahamas to you! Tip-bits: Parking's tricky with several other restaurants in the plaza, comp valet available. Call-ahead, it's probably busy all the time! Huge portions
(4)Gianna R.
I always make a stop here when I am in Orlando.. I know its a chain place but not that big of a chain as I am usually anti-chain restaurants... But I always get the same thing every time.. They have the best wings.. the Habañero Wings Crisply fried and tossed in a spicy habañero pepper barbecue sauce. I always ask for extra sauce I drowned them.. This sauce is very hot but its so good and has s much flavor i cant get enough I usually eat till my stomach hurts it will be on fire lol and then I cool it down with a fruity icy pina colada or something.. If you go there you gotta try the wings..... And its a fun place to eat at just like in the island and it gets a good crowd and is usually packed...
(4)Colin B.
The Key West Shrimp and Grits was an absolutely fantastic meal, just right for having at the bar and enjoying something "local". If it's on the menu and you like shrimp, I highly recommend getting it. The bar service was fast with attentive staff and you can still get the full menu, whereas the wait for tables can be long. Definitely one of the better places on I-Drive.
(4)Donna N.
Went to this location on our vacation. Food is good. I like getting an appetizer and salad for a meal because they have a lot of good appetizers to choose from. The best is their frozen drink, Bahamarita. So good!
(4)Gabi M.
a chain, a fancy TGIFs, service was great, food was okay, worth $20 per entree? not sure. It's decent and nice bar scene, but just okay. I had scallops with lemon creme, but it was pretty bland, got extra creme sauce (I loves me sauce) which helped, but scallops came out room-temp...it's touristo-land, don't have high expecations.
(3)Jay N.
Great food, great service, fun atmosphere. Carribean style food with live music on the patio every night. If you like covered outdoor dining, tiki torches, and steel drum bands, you will love this place!
(5)jennifer k.
Loved this place! Great food, fun atmosphere, very enthusiastic waitresses. I took off one star because the fans are pointed directly at the tables so about 5 minutes in to my meal I was absolutely freezing. But if you take a sweater, you'll love this place!
(4)Jocelyn L.
"good appetizers- had the coconut shrimp, fresh crab + avocado + mango. Good dessert too."
(3)Lonna G.
Bahama Breeze is a great place to go with friends and relax outside while listening to some nice reggae live music. Most of their drinks are pretty good because they use quality liquors and lots of fresh fruit. I love the Mojito, Pomegranate Cosmo, Bahamarita, and Lemon Drop. I usually just have appetizers because thats all you can eat when u sit on the outdoor patio. For appies, I suggest the Habanero Wings w/ Horseradish Sauce or the Spinach & Artichoke dip w/ Plantain Chips. If you're sitting inside, the Shrimp & Lobster pasta is delish or the Paella if you're a seafood lover..
(4)Scott H.
I'm one of those types who usually steers clear of the chain places and looks for more 'mom-n-pop' offerings. Good luck with that around I-Drive in Orlando which likely hosts every last restaurant chain available the in good ol' US of A! I was invited to a vendor reception at Bahama Breeze that took place on the outdoor patio so I was on my way. The palm trees, the blazing tiki torches, the live Caribbean music and the friendly, peppy staff made this quite a nice place to spend a 75-degree late February evening (especially while it was sleeting back in Chicago!). The coconut shrimp, quesadillas and various other appetizers that I tried that evening were quite tasty, even when prepared in bulk. The Bahama Mama cocktail hit all the right notes after being suggested in place of my tropical stand-by, the Mai Tai. Sitting at one of the outdoor bars for much of the evening, I could see that the barkeeps spent a lot of extra time on making the cocktails special with garnishes, special glassware and such. They were always engaging the customers in a seemingly genuine way as well. Overall, a very positive experience which now inspires me to visit my "home" location in Chicago. I might just wait for temps above freezing, however.
(4)Fredy Y.
I keep a distance from chain restaurants but this one I must admit to enjoy on occasions. With $5.2 million annually on sales per store the folks at Bahama Breeze can afford to give you $10 gift cards if you sign up for their mailing list on a regular basis when you spend $20, that's when I go eat for lunch. The two Orlando restaurant factories pump up Caribbean style food to the throngs of tourists. If you are one of them you will not be disappointed. They have something for everyone, kudos to the Darden kitchen staff they deserve all the credit for the better than expected flavors and the $1.81 billion in revenue for the first quarter of fiscal 2011 up 4.2% from last year. George Soros should personally thank the cooks and stewards and take them on a trip to the actual Bahamas in his mega yacht since DRI is part of his financial portfolio. Mr. Soros chill mon! in the Orlando locations there aren't any $1.26 million law suit about alleged racial harassment that was in Ohio. Here most of the hardworking back of the house staff is from the islands of Puerto Rico and Haiti.
(3)Mark D.
We initially wanted to try this place because word of mouth at a conference i was attending was, "great cuban food, a must try". Unfortunately, for dinner there was a 45 minute wait and ate at the Olive Garden across the street. So we decided to take a shot for lunch. This was ingenious. The restaurant was empty probably because everyone was at the parks during the day time. I was quite impressed, i had a Jamaican jerk pulled pork sandwich and it was extremely savoring (I'm actually salivating right now...sad). I kind of knew what the seasoning of Jamaican jerk was, so i asked to throw it on the fries. The waiter was shocked that i asked, so he gave me a side of seasoning. I told him to suggest that to their chefs. Overall the atmosphere is pretty peaceful during lunch, but if you go during dinner, you may feeling like standing up and doing some salsa.
(4)Bo J.
This was my absolute favorite restaurant that I tried in Orlando. Great ambience, good service, great food. We did have to wait about half an hour before getting a table, but it was on a Saturday night. We had an amazing waitress, just wish I could remember her name. She gave great advice on the menu items and was bang on. I'd never had grits before, which happened to be the special that night, and our waitress recommended them. I tried the grits, which were creamy and combined with onions and other yummy flavors, with some seafood, and it was superb! My companion had the steak, and it was rare, just as he asked for it. Great steak. I can't wait to go back there again next time I'm in Orlando. Yum.
(5)Jim C.
Bahama Breeze is like a Chili's and Elephant Walk gone Bahamas style. This popular small chain has 2 locations in Orlando and both are apparently very popular. On a weekday rainy night, the wait was shockingly 60 minutes for dinner at the Vineland location so we tried the Intl Drive location. There was still a wait but not as crazy. The menu has a wide variety of choices, anything from fresh fish prepared a variety of ways to pastas, bugers, salads, and more. And they have a number of creative drinks. Fresh tilapia - jerk painted (spicy bbq sauce) (3.5 stars) (~$13) - the fish was very fresh and moist and came with a generous portion. I was expecting a bit more of a jerk coating but should have read the menu closer as it was more of a wet bbq sauce. I liked the fish itself a lot but not so much the sauce. Next time I'd get prepared one of the other ways. Portobello and veggie sandwich (4 stars) (~$9) - really tasty sandwich on pressed cuban bread with grilled veggies and slices of portobello. Bottom line: If you're tired of all the usual restaurants chains in Orlando, Bahama Breeze is a nice refresher - comfy relaxed setting and prices are reasonable. Just expect a wait.
(4)S C.
The food is awesome and the service is great!!! The atmosphere is festive........I can see my food even before it's served.........lots of people but a table was available. The menu has a great variety and the prices are affordable. Definitely will recommend this restaurant and will visit soon.....again!
(5)Jahdai C.
The food was amazingly delicious and the atmosphere was superb. We ordered the Portobello mushroom and vegetable sandwiches and were stuffed. The prices is very reasonable and service is great. I also love how they have live music.
(5)Jason P.
Just thinking of warm Carribbean weather got me wanting to check out this place. There is complimentary valet parking and self-parking is available as well. Our party of 2 arrived here around 3pm for a late lunch. We were immediately seated in the tiki hut room which gave it a very Carribbean/Hawaiin feel with foliage in the center, wooden tables, beach chairs with cushions, and booth seats. It felt very cozy and laid back, except when you looked out the window. You got a good view of the parking lot and shopping complex which took away from the feel. There is a also a square-shaped full bar area, as well as plenty more seating. If you sit in the center of the restaurant, you can watch the chefs in action as they cook everyone's meals. Service was good as the waiter was very helpful in explaining some of their dishes and frequently checking up on us as well as refilling our glasses of water. For my late lunch entree, I decided to go for the Jerk Chicken Pasta ($15 for the regular 11" plate size, or $11.50 for the lighter 9" plate size) Lite-size which includes bow-tie pasta, mushrooms and small strips of jerk chicken. I also ordered Bahama Breeze's own beer called Aruba Red which is $3.89 for a 20oz. Aruba Red is a lager brewed by Annheuser-Busch. The pasta was very light, and the sauce was somewhat bland, though the chicken had a nice slight kick to it. Some shredded cheese on top helped to bring some flavor out, but in all, the dish was slightly lacking spice or flavor. The Aruba Red was a delightful beer though a little strong on the palate. I also tried the Cuban Sandwich ($9.75) which was pretty good, turkey nice and moist. One odd thing was that there were no pickles in it, which is a standard ingredient that makes a Cuban Sandwich. If you love sour things, the Lemon Breeze ($2.50) was a treat, which is basically lemonade with sugar served in a full size bar shaker. 2-3 glasses easily poured out from the shaker. Even the bathroom was nicely themed with wooden doors to the stalls and brown tiles on the walls and floor. The bathroom was well-maintained. One thing I found odd in the bathroom was a mouth wash dispenser with small jello shot size plastic cups. In all, the food was half decent, service was decent, and beer was decent. Hmmm. Three decents make this an average restaurant.
(3)Jay E.
Over the years there have been great menu items that have disappeared from the menu but overall BB is still very much satisfying. The drink menu is superb and there is nothing better than sitting out on the deck when there is a nice summer breeze
(5)Luis H.
Although it part of the Darden Restaurant chain (Red Lobtser, Olive Garden), I like the fact that this chain features popular food from the Caribbean region in a tropical-inpsired setting. Since they are so few of these restaurants throughout the country, when I see one, I get excited as it brings great memories of living in Orlando (the home of Darden Restaurants) during the 1990s. Orlando was the test pilot city for this chain, and it was a great success. Food and service are wonderful. Great for groups wanting to enjoy good food in a fun setting.
(5)Cortney G.
Bahama Breeze is ok. I'm not a huge chain restaurant fan to begin with, and it was a little too Florida cheesy for my personal taste. The service wasn't fabulous, and the food was decent, but not great. It's definitely kid-friendly and a tourist hot spot. Reminded me of a tropical TGIFriday's.
(2)Rachel H.
i went here with my family while we were on vacation in orlando. i called ahead to see if we'd need a reservation, and was told that they don't take reservations, but will put your name down so that the wait is less when you arrive. not exactly sure how that works, since when we got there, there wasn't a wait at all. anyway, our waitress was cute but ditzy. she didn't know answers to some pretty basic questions. "what's in a chelada?" "oh gosh, that's new. i'm not sure." but she did offer to find out from the bartender. i ordered scallops which were very good and came with corn fritters. and my family was happy with their orders too -- coconut shrimp, and a couple pasta dishes. service was good until the check came. our waitress was really slow to take our credit card and then equally slow in bringing back the receipt. not sure what happened there, since she was quick earlier in the evening. overall, it was a nice meal. side note: we were offered a seat outside, but the live calypso music was so annoying that we all opted to eat indoors.
(3)Cari G.
Great place for groups. Each time I'm in Orlando, we always end up here. Their drink menu is fun and I enjoy sitting in their outdoor patio. Nice atmosphere fitting for Florida, too. I always default back to their black bean soup and coconut shrimp. Accessible location right off International Drive.
(3)Scott G.
Was there last year, the jerk chicken pasta was excellent
(4)Katherine G.
I absolutely love Bahama Breeze, the summery atmosphere, the drinks, and the food. One of my favorites =)
(5)Pablo S.
best restaurant 4eva
(5)Ken L.
Great place. Walkable from many OCCC hotels. Fun, knowledgeable, and chatty bartenders. Order the swordfish whenever they have it, you will not be disappointed.
(5)Eeee C.
I went here twice and on both occasions I had to wait to be seated. The waiting staff gives you a prompty device which vibrates and buzzes when they have a table for you. The place seems to be packed at all times. The food was good it seemed like it was a higher end Applebee's with a Bahamian theme to it. The best time to go is at night when they have live band performances. The Swirly Pina Colada was also very yummy! The empanadas served here were better than the ones I had in NY. It kinda makes me want to go back there to have MOAR. Oh well. IT was an experience :)
(4)Dana M.
I would recommend this place for drinks and appetizers. So many of the appetizers are amazing. I would suggest the crab claws, spinach dip, onion rings, coconut shrimp, Cuban bread, and the quesadillas. I love the Bahamarita and Ultimate Pina Canada. The breezewood chicken is my favorite entree. Not every entree has enough flavor in my opinion, so I would generally ask your servers opinion so you're not disappointed. I also love love love the Cobb salad and bahamian seafood chowder. It's a nice place to feel like you're on a tropical vacation even if you live in Orlando. Outside entertainment is fun. Enjoy it!
(4)Jim O.
Good relaxed dinner. I guess the food here s trying to be bahamian in nature. Really felt like a mix of cajun and Jamaican.. Everything we had was outstanding. The chicken kabobs that I ate were very well prepared and had a really nice flavor. The wait staff was very attentive. We have 5 different people help us. This was not out of confusion, but appeared that when other waiters have time they help out each other by bringing our food, or refilling drinks. It was a very nice experience. The restaurant was not overly busy when we were there (it was a Monday night) which is sometimes nice. Parking seemed ample, though there were quite a few restaurants in the area and I can imagine that parking is more challenging on other nights.
(4)Fei X.
Lots of great drinks. Great live music and good service.
(3)Paul D.
Excellent food, service and atmosphere. You gotta have the crab/shrimp stack appetizer! Nicole at the outdoor bar was excellent but the back and forth with checking in to wait for a table and getting your pager is redundant and ineffecient. Reggae music playing while having cocktails....can it get any better?
(4)Alexander M.
drinks, the drinks is what i go for. i could drink 8 of them in one sitting.
(4)Lori N.
The food was great. But the service was only ok. Ordered the lobster and shrimp linguine, buttermilk fried chicken and the coconut shrimp. All of it was wonderful...would deffinately go again.
(4)chris s.
This place never wows me. Service was good albeit rushed. The pallela was like seafood fried rice with mini scallops and shrimp not like a real pallela. The mini beef patty appetizer is yummy. I know people like this place but two tries was enough for me to know I can find better.
(2)Tammy S.
I thought the quality of the food here was surprisingly very good. There is great variety for lunch and the prices are affordable. We came here twice in one business trip. I had tortilla soup and salad, really good. The 2nd time I had the fish tacos, again - really good. I'd go back again and again if there were one in my neighborhood.
(5)Yui K.
Relaxing atmosphere. Caribbean, laidback feel and music. Lines get long, but we just grabbed drinks at the outside bar while we waited. Seafood paella had generous portions of seafood, though it couldve used a little more spice or zest or something. BBQ chicken was sweet, tang, and smothered in mozzarella. Nice. Drinks were VERY decently priced. We considered it "cheap" for a restaurant/bar to charge $5.50 for a margarita. The Bahamarita was yum. Staff and food were timely considering the amount of people in the place.
(4)Felicia C.
Orlando and Bahama Breeze just seem to go together for me. I've been to Orlando twice and I've eaten here twice and both times were fantastic experiences for me. If you're looking for a tropical place to have dinner or chill by the bar while listening a guy playing reggae music, this is the place. I don't know why but I've ordered the same thing here both times. I think it's because I remember one thing is good but forget what the other one was like so I just order both all over again. The good: The Bahamarita. It's this margarita made from different types of fruit slush. Very yummy and you can't even taste the alcohol! The usual: The seafood paella. When I think about the first time I ordered it, for some reason, I feel like I didn't like it. But, this more recent time, it was pretty good (maybe because all the alcohol I was drinking was finally getting to me) and it was quite tasty. Overall, Bahama Breeze is more about the environment than anything else. It's just a good consistent place to go for dinner and hang out with friends.
(4)Ben V.
The food was excellent and came in large servings. The wait staff was also very understanding about me being in a hurry and put a rush on my food.
(4)C N.
Excellent Restaurant! Great food, Great prices and Great service. I went there with a family of 4 and everyone found something exciting to eat. Live music was very good and the decor helped the vibe. I would highly recommend eating at this place but you may need to get a reservation, very popular!
(5)Marebear P.
Really good food, lots of flavor, and the staff was really nice. The music they play is awesome too. Wish they had this in Texas!! I will go back everytime I come to florida.
(5)Joe D.
Pretty good chain restaurant. Was with a group. Had a chicken sandwich with bacon and avocado, fries, and ice tea. Standard stuff. It was pretty good. Others had large salads that they enjoyed. I should have gone for the salad.
(3)Sean M.
I'm not usually a fan of chain restaurants, but I also don't always get to choose where we're going to eat when I'm dining with my extendend family. On our recent Disney getaway, this place was new to me so I found it a refreshing alternative to the typical chain restaurants like Applebee's and others that are all over the place in the Orlando area. First of all there's no valet service at Ruby Tuesday, so you know Bahama Breeze is already trying to set itself apart. Second the service was fun and friendly, exactly the kind of feeling you want when you're on vacation. Our waitress was perky and checked on us frequently to make sure our orders were OK. The onion ring appetizers and quesadillas she recommended were a good choice to share and I really liked my paella. Third, I just liked the whole beach-y laid back feeling of this place that is so evocative of Florida and the Caribbean. For what Bahama Breeze offers they do just fine.
(4)J B.
This place was awesome. As cold as it was outside, inside, I really felt that I was in the Caribbean. From the friendly wait staff to their selection of seafood and dishes, I enjoyed it all. Even the price was very moderate. For apps, we had spinach dip and coconut shrimp. The coconut was fabulous. I just wish there were more. My main course was the pan seared tilapia. The flavors just exploded in my mouth. The portion was just right and the choice compliment my dish. If you get a chance to visit this place, I'm sure you will not be disappointed. The only reason I did not give this place 5 stars was parking. It took us a few minutes to find a spot. But, if you don't want to wait, they do offer valet parking.
(4)OMG this place is amazing! The BEST cocktails from the signiture Bahamarita to the fantastic Aruba Red beer. The meals are to die for there is something for everyone's taste. From chicken to seafood to pasta to salads and sandwiches i defy anyone to be disappointed with this restaurant! The cinnamon sweet mashed potato is to die for!
(5)Vivien W.
I'd never been to a Bahama Breeze before, and was pleasantly surprised by the tropical, plantation-style atmosphere--completely befitting the warm, rainy climate of Orlando. The layout of this place reminds me of Elephant Bar, with the only difference being the theme, as carried throughout the decor, waitstaff uniforms and food. Fun, casual place for a larger group.
(4)Angela W.
A fun place. Good food, sometimes strong drinks and ever so friendly servers who make your Disney/Orlando visit a real treat. I will go again on my next trip because just short of being in the Bahamas, it gave the full effects.
(4)Sugandha G.
I was at a conference in Orlando, so my review is based on one visit only 1. Ambiance: very tropical. There was an outside bar with live music. There was a 30 minute wait at 10:00 pm on a Sunday night. 2. Drinks: they have special beer called Aruba Red brewed only for them, my co-worker said it was good. All the drinks were reasonably priced at around 5 bucks. I had the non-alcoholic special with was a lemonade made in sugar cane juice and it was delicious. 3. Food: we all ordered the paella and were in general agreement that it was pretty good. The tostones appetizer was nice too. The flavors were not too strong, yet unique. This is a place that caters to a general palette. 4. Service: Our waiter was super attentive, gave us tips for the area.
(4)c f.
This was a pleasant surprise. The pina coladas were great and not too overpriced..around $6. I had coconut shrimp which were great and the sauce was great. Pleasant atmosphere and staff.
(4)Lori G.
Bahama Breeze, what can I say. One of my favorite places of all time. Its got more ambiance than I can describe here. This place will make you feel like you are on vacation even if you live next door. I love the tropical decor, the inside of the restaurant is right out of Bahama with lush greens, tall foilage, and thatch roofs. But the patio is where the action is. Its huge and has 2 bars, tons of seating and a stage where steel drums play all night long. What's better than a little island music while you sip one of their signature drinks. The Bahama Momma is a red fruity drink with a little shot of cactus juice hooked on to the side. Tasty and unique. And they have their own beer Aruba Red, brewed by Anheuser Busch and produced only for The Breeze. But my beverage of choice is the Mojito. They have the perfect blend of mint and even include the all important sugar cane. As for food I normally get the tilapia which is delicious, they have several ways to get it- blackened, seasoned, grilled... its your choice. For a lighter bite try the onion rings which are the thickest cut I've ever seen and stacked like a volcano or the habenaro wings that come out with the full wing attached. I love this place, so if you haven't been yet get out there and embrace The Breeze.
(5)Kathy J.
Nice break from all things Disney. Cool name, good food and just a couple of blocks from our resort. We start off with Cuban bread...YUM-O, but I don't really see what is so Cuban about it. It looked like garlic bread only a little sweeter. My 9 year old daughter almost ate the whole thing by herself. I ordered the Jerk Chicken Pasta. Big portions. I was able to share it with my daughter and we were both very full. Good lunch and a reasonable price.
(3)After being lured in with the thought of a free cocktail from a coupon book from a swanky convention place I wasnt staynig at. Im afraid that I dont have a clue as to the menu here as we only popped in for drinks. I had my free mango mojito which was refreshing tangy and tasty full of sweet mango Then on to the pomegrante cosmo which was really lovely after that we moved on to the next bar the night does get a bit hazy with the free coupon books and the flowing free drinks
(4)Jamie F.
Wow, decently priced family food, this ain't an Applebees. Yum and great drinks and quick seating during the high season and... yeah. In a strip full of tacky chain restaurants, this chain restaurant really stands out. We 4 happy diners were oh so happy to find this place, and everything they served us was great. Veg-friendly, including a portabello sandwich that could be made cheeseless and was still yummy.
(5)Mykle L.
Pretty nice place. the set up makes it seem like your back in Bahamas that is if you ever been there..with nice weather patio drinks at the outside bar.. food was good drinks were cheap staff was friendly
(4)Haley F.
best resteraunt everrr pasta is amazingg!
(5)Hudson M.
For Orlando this might be a newly discovered treasure, well at least for us. The food is good which for the area is amazing. It is a large populated resturaunt and Happy Hours Place. Plenty of spicy choices.....
(5)April O.
My friends dragged me here! I didn't do it! ... actually, we all ended up here after our first restaurant choice didn't pan out. Who would have imagined that a place called "The Crab Shack" would serve primarily crabs and be expensive. OMG. I wish we had one of these in Gainesville. Actually, I don't because Reggae Shack and Carribbean Spice / Queen are actually authentic. But I actually did like the food here--especially the crab/shrimp stack. Lump crab meat, six large shrimp, avocados, mangoes? What's not to love? The lemon squeeze is really good as well, though when I asked the server if it was essentially homemade lemonade and she referred to it as "handcrafted" that sorta teetered on the edge of 'absolutely effin' ridiculous.' The fish tacos that one of our guests had looked incredible. Service pace is leisurely and the restaurant itself is usually busy, so don't get too mad if you're here for a while.
(4)Julia I.
Straight from the freezer food? Oh yeah. Totally dated inside too. So not good....but it is Orlando so good food is few and far between.
(2)Foodie E.
Good food and sugar filled umbrella drinks. A long wait though.
(3)Richard F.
Having an incredible dinner. The food and ambiance ... Perfect. This is my second time here. Ask for Kristen to be your waitress. Kristen M is the one of the best servers I have had the privilege of having wait on me. She is friendly, professional and truly listens to her guests.
(5)Daniele D.
I'm surprised we procrastinated on going to this place. It was across the street from our hotel and it's not like the name read "upscale!" About 6 of us showed here late one night after a VERY long convention day. Sweaty messes and past the point of exhaustion and hunger. We opted to sit outside since the weather was still nice and there was a man playing reggae music on the patio. It transformed us into a much happier and uplifted state. The food was good...not great, but really tasty. The drinks were yummy and the desserts were plate-licking good. Definitely not a place to go if you want to impress someone or have a quiet conversation...but if you're just looking to kick back, relax and unwind this is a great option. I'm definitely looking forward to visiting another Bahama Breeze! Next time I might do a repeat performance of Zumba moves to the reggae beat! =)
(4)P J.
Coming from canada, I randomly visited this place as it seemed to have a nice atmosphere. After we ordered our food and when we were waiting for it a big black cockroach fell on the table from the ceiling ... Just grabed our stuff and left.
(1)Renee C.
We visited BB twice while in Orlando. Food was everything that we asked for and more. They even built crab (lump) salad (not on the menu). It was great! We did have a small problem however the manager took care of it right away. Overall we are fans and we would go back again.
(4)Steve P.
Food was pretty good(especially the coconut shrimp) and the service was friendly but slooooow
(3)Sam S.
Was here recently for lunch during a conference. I had a bit of a hard time finding something on the menu that I actually wanted to try mainly because I don't like coconut. But that didn't stop me from finding something though. I ended up getting the jerk chicken pasta. It was really good. I loved it. I also got a delicious drink and a dessert. I think the dessert was the banana nut bread thing. I can't remember too well. A lot has happened since then. I do remember it being rich and delicious. I had a bit of trouble finishing the dessert. Our server was really nice and helpful in letting us pick out some of our selections.
(4)Brian F.
This place is packed for dinner most nights, so call in ahead by phone and put your name down on the list. This is THE place to get Caribbean food; don't waste your time and money getting food items that aren't highlights of the place, because you are missing out on their best dishes Here's a list of what I've had here 1.Coconut Shrimp Appetizer 9.5/10 Tastes great! A must try, just a little expensive, 6 pieces for $10 2.Crispy Onion Rings Appetizer 9/10 The coconut gives onion rings an exciting spin 3.Jerk Chicken Sandwich 9/10 Would get a 10 if the chicken were a little spicier 4.Clam Chowder Side 9.5/10 Would get a 10 if there were less cream and butter 5.Roasted Cuban Bread 6/10 Meh I prefer a baguette to this 6.Jerk Chicken Pasta 10/10 Pasta is perfect with the Parmesan cream sauce and jerk chicken slices give the pasta the kick it needs! If you're like me and loathe mushrooms, substitutions are allowed; I substituted broccoli for the mushrooms. Service here is some of the best you'll encounter in your restaurant escapades; they are very attentive, checking in with you numerous times and answer any questions you have with candor that we wish politicians would have.
(5)Paul L.
RICARDO IS THE BEST WAITER! My girlfriend and I were in town from Los Angeles and Ricardo turned the start of a bad review into a 5 STAR!!!! The ambiance is amazing! Live Caribbean music, outside dining, and just pure relaxation! I felt like I was on a remote island just chillin'! Food was served quickly, tasted great and was offered at a reasonable price! I had a grilled swordfish plate that was fresh and filling! My girlfriend had Mahi tacos that she couldn't even finish because of the amount of food! Drinks.... Well let me just say, her Margarita was so strong and tasty, she ordered two! I ate the orange it came with and I felt like I took a shot! Haha. For you West Coasters, you have to try YUENGLING TRADITIONAL Beer!!! It is awesome! Oldest brewery in the USA and only available on the East Coast! As I stated, great atmosphere, happening place that was a great way to start a Florida trip! And our server Ricardo was awesome! I never had to ask for anything. Service is everything in my book and Ricardo was on point. He had already clocked off for the night but checked on us, answered our questions and decided to serve us! The restaurant was amazing and only topped by the service!!!
(5)Daniel D.
PROS PROS PROS EVERYWHERE!! We loved this place! Let's begin with the amazing service!! Our waiter' and was Tyler and he was absolutely wonderful, super helpful & friendly! It was our first time so he described everything and continuously made sure we were doing alright & were enjoying ourselves. The food was DELICIOUS!!!! DRINKS WERE AMAZING!! The ambiance was definitely very cool, they have live music after a certain hour! Definitely one of our favorite spots we visited our in Orlando! Thank you!!
(5)Sharim A.
Appetizers and drinks were great. Coconut shrimp are fabulous. I ordered wood grilled Salmon, chimichurri and a side of shrimps with mashed pototes and asparagus. The asparagus were over cooked. Everything else was delicious. We had a table for 12 and only complaint was asparagus. Staff was very friendly and attentive. Loveed it.
(4)Angelique L.
I'm not a fan of waiting more than an hour, but being that we were all in the area, we made an exception. We came on a Saturday so the wait was to be expected. This place has everything. An outdoor bar near a live band playing Carlos Santana and Celia Cruz hits. My drinks were strong and reasonably priced. One of my relatives complained about the beer being a bit warm, which is a no go in my family of beer lovers, but the actual local brew was fantastic. My favorite items on the menu was definitely the coconut shrimp (I wish I had some now) and the key lime pie (you must save room)!! The paella was okay, a bit dry, but heavily packed with proteins (which is what I really love). I'll definitely be back!
(4)Wayne S.
- Island Hopper for the table - Server Fatima - Jerk Chicken Pasta - Ultimate Margarita Conch Fritters (Score 5) - Best I've had! If you haven't had fritters before you must have them here for the first time. If you don't like them here you don't have the
(5)Victoria W.
Last night my boyfriend and I took a trip to Orlando again, and while we were here decided to try the Bahama Breeze on international drive. We arrived around 8pm on a Friday night and it was PACKED! Hardly any parking left, but luckily found a spot all the way in the back near the dumpsters. We checked in and were told the wait was an hour at that point, but the bar and outside seating is first come first serve so if we found something there first we could sit down; NO CHANCE! We just continued to wait and then about 9:10 I went to the hostess to ask how much longer it would be and she was able to sit us right away after I asked; cool. So we sat down at a booth, and it was noisy from large parties but I didn't expect anything less. I ordered the Ultimate Piña Colada to drink and my boyfriend had the Aruba Red beer they serve on tap; both were delicious! For starters, I had the seafood chowder which was creamy and excellent and didn't taste like "seafood" which was good for me because I don't like a strong seafood taste. I went on to order the Buttermilk Chicken dish, and it was very good I highly recommend it. It's kind of like the KFC Chicken Bowl but 1000x better! My boyfriend had the grilled chicken with mashed potatoes and crema sauce, but his chicken breasts came out a little more charred than expected, however he isn't the type to send anything back so he ate it anyway. We didn't have any dessert because we ate so much we were stuffed, but it was a great dinner and our waitress was very nice, however her name escapes me :( next time we are up here and are craving bahama breeze, we will go back.
(4)Rosa A.
Everything we ordered tasted amazing!! The salmon was grilled to perfection, rich and flavorful just like the menu says! I would definitely be back!!
(5)Teri M.
First time here. Crowded but we were able to grab a high top in the bar -- first come, first serve. Our waiter was terrific -- on the ball the entire time. The coconut shrimp appetizer was just "ok" -- a little over cooked. We both had sirloin steaks and mine was Oscar style. Steaks were a perfect medium rare, as ordered. All the waitstaff were helpful and we never felt neglected. A great experience in a high tourist area.
(5)Harsh Deep Singh N.
I was in Orlando a couple of weeks ago, and decided to drop in to Bahama Breeze based on yelp reviews. My take? Meh. Walked in and couldn't help but notice the coastal feel of the place. Designed to make you feel relaxed. Definitely a big thumbs-up. I sat at the bar, and while the bartender was very friendly, she was not really attentive. There were times when I had to wait for several minutes to catch her attention. Not so cool. Drinks: I ordered a painkiller(the drink, not the pill). The bartender served it in a beer glass, as she didn't have the proper glass available. If this was a regular, run of the mill bar, I wouldn't mine, but if you're shelling out the kind of money you do at Bahama Breeze, you would at least expect the proper glass. Anyways, then drink itself didn't really raise my spirits either. I then ordered a Goombay smash, and that was "meh" too. Did i catch the bartender on an off day, i wonder? Now for the food. I ordered the firecracker shrimp, and it was decent but far from the best shrimp I've tasted. I then ordered a island hopper, and of that, the conch fritters and the onion rings were the 2 that stood out. The coconut shrimp and the chicken wings failed to impress. Overall, Bahama Breeze is the kind of place I would go to grab a drink and maybe a bite to eat, before heading elsewhere for dinner.
(3)Sanita M.
I have been here couple of times and it's always crowded, the food is delicious. They have nice outside patio with live music that is really good! There is a bar and self seating outside. Their cocktails are tasty and reasonably priced. I like their soups and dips but my favorite is Mahi and Shrimp Rice Bowl with Lemongrass sauce. Another dish that I enjoy is West Indies Chicken Curry bowl - really flavorful. If you like curries, you will like this dish. We always come back to have our rice bowls :) I love the fact that you can choose full or half portion. The restaurant have big parking right at the back and you can walk to many activities, hotels, etc. The Orlando Eye is just few blocks away.
(5)Dayana P.
Great atmosphere! Big place has indoor and outdoor tables. Service is fast. Lots of good choices.
(4)Simone S.
This place is sooooo awesome! Food prices are extremely reasonable and the drinks are amazing. I went here for an early dinner and had the coconut shrimp and a fried chicken sandwich. The shrimp were plentiful in size and the sandwich was crispy and full of flavor. I tried the "Green Flash" which is a drink recommended by the coolest and most lively bartender ever (Annette) and I was NOT disappointed! Good stuff. If the great food wasn't enough, they have a guy that plays the steele drums on the outside patio. I'm telling you, it REALLY felt as though I was visiting the Caribbean! Loved it. Will definitely be back on my next trip to Orlando. I dined alone but the staff was so welcoming and warm it made me feel like I was with family. You must try this place!
(5)Mary E.
Fast & friendly service. The lobster & shrimp quesadilla was fabulous! The jerk chicken was huge and delicious as well. The only problem came when they brought the checks for our group. Most of them had to be redone to get the right billing. Other than that, wonderful place.
(4)Ryan F.
Always pretty good service - this time we came with a large party and several other large parties (think 12 or more) showed up and they sat them in the same area so service wasn't the best, but I think understandably so. Island drinks are great - I love the painkiller and the ultimate piña colada. Food is generally good too. I had shrimp and grits this visit and it was delicious. I did ask for it without bacon and it was ordered without bacon and delivered with the words 'shrimp and grits with no bacon' but it had bacon. I just picked it out. Usually I get almond crusted salmon with sweet mash and that's always delicious. I like that there's a few healthy-ish entrees on their menu so I come to Bahama sometimes when I want good/fun drinks but don't want to splurge as much on the food. Overall all the locations have never disappointed me.
(4)Joe G.
We have a Bahama Breeze near so we have been many times. We decided to check out this location in Orlando. We sat on the outside deck where they had a guy playing the Steel Drums. Food is always good and the house beer Aruba Red is a decent price. They seemed to have changed the menu but all the popular items are still on it.
(3)Jamie M.
This place is great to visit if you want to feel like you're on vacation. However, like Elle said, it's slow but nice service. I had a lunch special: chicken quesadilla and house salad with vinaigrette dressing. I also ordered a Pina Colada served in a pineapple because...why else? I'm on vacation.
(4)Jay M.
Great drinks. Great ambiance. It's a taste of the Caribbean in Orlando. Food is good. Live music. Nice outdoor seating area. Great place to gather with friends.
(4)Jennifer E.
I am not a huge purveyor of chain restaurants, but usually they can be seen as dependable sources of reasonably priced, but mediocre, food and drinks. Bahama Breeze is exactly that type of chain. The ambiance was ok, nothing special. The biggest disapointment was their awful mixed drinks. I had one of the worst mojitos I've ever had and it was about eight dollars. Not only was it filled to the brim with crushed ice, but it was syrupy sweet and weak. Blah. The food was ok but a little over-salted. I had the special which was yellow tail with a plantain stuffed with rice and some beans. I thought their food and drinks were pretty over priced for what you got in quality. I've definitely had better and wouldn't have gone in the first place if it wasn't for family who enjoy their offerings. I won't be back unless my family drags me in the future.
(2)Danielle Y.
The food is decent, nothing crazy but the ambience is very nice. We ordered a few appetizers to share and it was pretty filling. One of the dishes did not have much flavor and wasn't good. However the waiter was very nice and she took it out of our bill. It's pretty touristy.
(3)Lindsey N.
We went to have drinks ended up eating at the bar ,our bartenders Jose and Nicola were awesome !!! Our drinks were very good as well you have to try the lobster and shrimp quesadillas it was AMAZING!!!thanks guys!!
(5)Dustin D.
Always a fan. I love the Ruby Red draft beer they have on tap. This one is always busy so make sure youre ready to wait if need be....or you can find a place at the bar to sit. The menu is large and there are a lot of tasty things to try. I always get the spicy shrimp tacos. We will be back soon!
(4)Bo Y.
Located in the heart of Pointe Plaza Orlando, it's like a busy Chili's...very disappointing. Even worse, no stone crab claws and no oysters in November. Their signature Mojito Cubano was mediocre at best. What turned the tide for even 3 stars are the beef empanadas and the wood grilled lobster tail. Both were very flavorful and super delicious. Their line caught black grouper was very fresh and cooked well too. Wouldn't return since there are better choices around International Drive.
(3)Marissa C.
This place didn't really "wow" me as much as the reviews made it seem. The place was definitely packed for a week night and we even went semi late in the evening. Luckily we had reservations. Our server was not the best we've had and seemed a little on the impatient side. I ordered the White Sangria which was very sweet, and more juice-like. For my entree, I had to go with the Jamaican Jerk Chicken given this place was a Caribbean type restaurant. The entree itself was not very impressive but at least the chicken was tender.
(3)Carmen F.
Came here with my boyfriend during my short stay in Orlando. We were greeted by one of the hosts (?) at the door and was asked for a seat preference. Since the weather was good, so we decided to sit in the outdoor area. We were not disappointed-- they had a live performance to keep us entertained and there was a raffle going on for the customers. We were quickly helped by one of the servers and had our food within 10 minutes. Their cocktails were fantastic; it was strong AND it tasted great. The food was good as well. They were very generous with the portions. I felt our meal for 2 could feed a whole family. This will definitely be one of our togo spots next time we're back in Florida.
(4)Elizabeth W.
For a while I was turned off to Bahama Breeze, I don't know why but there was nothing that particularly appealed to me. I went back recently with my best friend and her family since they really love the place. They had something new on the chef selection menu that rocked my damn socks off and I will literally mourn them if they aren't added to the menu permanently. It's the heavenly breeze cheese bites. They are little luscious balls made of yucca and filled with soft stretchy cheese and fried to the perfect crisp. Of course they topped it off by serving it with the nectar of the gods, also known as the cilantro crema sauce. It was everything I could ever want in an appetizer. I was almost hurt that my entree was brought out instead of another giant plate of these breathtaking breeze cheese bites. Needless to say, these delicious little masterpieces have lit a fire in me that cannot be extinguished and I will come to Bahama Breeze forever as long as they remain. I literally came back again 2 days later because I was jonesing for some. I would also like to add that our server, Will, was lovely. He was very personable and the type of guy you wanna be friends with. Great experience!
(4)Andrea H.
The food was good but service was horrible extremely slow and than when we finally got our food we had no utensils had to ask 3 different employees for forks while we sit and have to smell the food in front of us..... Manager offered to give us a discount wouldn't come back way to much waiting around and wasn't even that busy at the time.
(2)Brad G.
One of my regular stops when I'm in town. Went for lunch and had sautéed shrimp, chimichurri salmon with broccoli and garlic mashed...I've eaten at a lot of good places in Orlando but this was the best this trip hands down! Definitely, definitely recommend!
(5)Kristi S.
Get the Island Hopper and the Jerk Chicken Pasta. My husband and I split each and are never disappointed. The conch fritters are fantastic also. We sat by the bar outside due to open seating otherwise it was a 2 hour wait on a Saturday around 8pm. Great drinks and service. Only wish the wait wasn't so long or it would be 5 star!
(4)Jerica D.
I'll give this place a 4 based off the atmosphere, decoration, and vast menu. They have a nicely decorated waiting area with a lot of chairs! Upon arriving we were seated in 5 minutes. I had a group of 6 people and asked to sit in the round table close to the front but apparently you have to have 8 or more people. I tried to beg the hostess for a bigger table but she told me no. I was kinda upset about that, and we were squished into a booth. That's the only reason I won't give them a 5. But what can ya do? Our waitress was fine, she was attentive and able to stay on point with all of our orders. She wasn't the friendliest but she didn't slack. I ordered the frozen Bahamarita and the Shrimp Quesadilla which were both pretty good. My hubby had the ribs which were pretty tasty, juicy, and coming off the bone! Overall, my family had a good time, we had a nice family dinner, and like I said the set up and decor was really nice. The location was also very clean. I would suggest this place and go back--esp. with all the pretty drink selections!
(4)Jennifer P.
I am pretty obsessed with this chain - this particular location happens to be my favorite. I will admit that years ago the food was a bit better and so was the service, but the last few times I've been to Orlando I've been a bit disappointed with both. The waits are now long and the hostesses are not as friendly as they used to be. I will say, the key west fish tacos and the coconut pineapple cake (not to be confused with the chocolate pineapple cake) are my two favorite items on the menu. The taco is soft, but the filling is perfectly crunchy and the fish is always fresh. The coconut pineapple cake isn't overwhelmingly sweet, it's just right. The key lime pie is also notably great. The pasta dishes are very "chain like" - big portions, lack of flavor, just normal. However, the side of rice that comes with any of the dishes is GREAT. This location has nice outdoor seating and makes you feel like you went away on vacation (despite the view of the parking lot). It can get a little loud but it's always a favorite spot to visit when in the area. Better than the surround chain restaurants. This one has some flavor :) PS - try the goombay smash!!
(4)Mai Youa X.
I so so love this place! Music night life! They have very good drinks. Food quality is awesome with big portion for average price. Service is superb!. Johnny our server made sure we get the best of what we came for. I would definitely recommend this amazing restaurant! :)
(5)Shawn B.
Love Bahama breeze, they are always changing the menu for the better. Love the bowls, great portions.
(4)Mary B.
My Sister has an obsession with this chain restaurant, so every year I visit - we end up here for dinner and drinks. I like trying places that are off the beaten path, different, so I try to not like it here, but I can't. It's good. The food selection is interesting, and does allow me to venture (safely) into some uncharted territory. I've enjoyed everything I've tried from the appetizers to the delicious frozen drinks. The staff has always been extremely accommodating. My Brother in Law has severe shellfish allergies and they have always ensured no cross contamination. This is a well oiled machine in the heart of touristville, so you're seated quickly and served quickly but never feel rushed. This is a solid option for a fair priced dinner and drink when in the area.
(4)Winny R.
Two words. RAW MEAT! I order a carnitas rice bowl after taking two bites I noticed that the pork looked strange so I sent it back and order a chipotle rice bowl. It's took 30 minutes to get to me and it still didn't look right. It fact my boyfriend order a chipotle rice bowl first and he had to send it back because his had raw steak at the bottom of the bowl. Don't order rice bowls!
(1)Mandi M.
This place was awesome! I am a big believer in customer service and Bahama Breeze blew me out of the water! We went twice during our week long vacation- the first time we sat at the bar and the bar staff was unbelievable! So very friendly and all working together to keep their customers happy. The second time we sat in the general bar area and once again had fantastic service! As for the food, the firecracker shrimp was wonderful and their portabella mushroom burger was badass! The entire mushroom cap covered my beef patty. The pina colada was nice but i really enjoyed the Aruba Red brew. Overall we had a great experience but I will say the second visit was mostly due to the great customer service we encountered on the first trip.
(5)Michael L.
The decor was outstanding and the place appeared to be very fun and comfortable. There's nine of us at a table and the menu and atmosphere was very unique. The server was unknowledgeable and the kitchen messed up six out of nine orders one person needed it changed three times to get it right. I have a coconut shrimp which was was outstanding. One of the specialty burgers was missing three ingredients that were listed on the menu. The restroom was a disaster and very unsanitary. All the cocktails were outstanding and well worth the money. Our server had a lot working against her but made a huge effort to help us enjoy our night out.
(2)Brett J.
Went here solo after a conference. Pulled myself up to the bar and was quickly greeted by the bartender Garrett. He shook my hand and asked my name. Despite how busy they were, he called me by name all night long and was very attentive. I ordered a crab stack. Although I hadn't noticed any delay, a manager came out and apologized for the delay on my appetizer. Apparently the presentation of my crab stack failed QC and they decided to make a new one that was up their standards. As compensation for this (again, I hadn't even noticed a delay), they gave me a bahamarita on the house - excellent drink! In short, great drinks, fantastic food and amazing customer service, From other reviews I've read, combined with my own experience tonight, I suspect great service is their core product. Give them a shot!
(5)Ashlie V.
Love the atmosphere. It's very live and energetic. Since its right on the tourist magnet street, be prepared wait for about 15-20 minutes....longer on the weekends. I went on a packed Tuesday and waited 15 minutes when they said 45. It's pretty crowded, But the food is great! And drinks are even better. I highly recommend the Ultimate Pineapple.
(4)Knirps L.
We wound up here on a whim one day and it was an average experience. The server was somewhat confused at half of the things we said, but seemed like a good guy. Talkative and honest. The food wasn't bad, but there were some odd flavors, and the appetizer came out with the meal which is quite irritating. We might try it again, but it's not at the top of our list.
(3)Sam M.
I don't give out 5 stars often, but this place is worth it. First of all, the service was great. Our waitress was really friendly, funny, and easy to talk to. Looking around the restaurant, you could tell that the other staff shared these qualities. I noticed that the bartender was really into the drinks he was making and was not half-assing it at all. Second of all, the food. The appetizers, specifically the spinach artichoke dip was amazing, and the entree I had, one of the rice bowls was great as well. This place is not fancy, but the food is good, the staff are great, and after a long day in the parks, what more can you ask for?
(5)Erikka N.
Really good food and atmosphere. Didn't have to wait since we sat at the bar. I tried a drink from their summer drink menu. I got the Kicking Mule, it wasn't bad. It's definitely an acquired taste, since it has fireball whiskey in it.
(4)Brenda B.
Worst Service ever! I enjoyed the frozen bahamarita! But other than that everything else was bad. I dont remember the servers name but it was horrible. I would never be back again!
(1)Elle S.
Mostly good food/drinks, slow but nice service. "A-OK." We sat at our table for a while, maybe 10 minutes before the waitress came by. We ordered a round of drinks to sip on while we discussed the menu and made our choices. The drinks were a mix of reviews. The Painkiller was yummy, the mules had a very odd flavor added to them and ended up being passed to the person at our table that will drink almost anything. We were looking for our waitress when another table was seated next to us. She took their drink order within seconds of them sitting, but didn't look up. We ordered our food, then they ordered. Of course, their food came out at least 15 minutes before ours. Overall, the food was good. We ended up sampling from each others plates. Only one dish was not good, but the time it would take to order something else was not worth it, so we stacked that friend's plate with a sample from the rest of our dishes. I had the fish tacos and I would do it again, but without the sauce. They were a little hot so I deconstructed and scraped off the sauce before reassembly and chomping. Waiting for to-go boxes... the other table has already paid and left. Our waitress had great personality, but we had to keep looking around to try to grab her. Getting the check took for-ev-er and we had to ask another waitress to grab our waitress in order to make that happen. They must have seated her several tables in another section. It was weird. We ended up being here for 2.5 hours. We were a table of 6, but c'mon... 2.5 hours?! Yes, we did do a round of drinks before ordering, but we still would have been at 2 hours without the drinks. We were more mellow after having drinks which left me with a more positive spin on this place. I think this would be better for tables of two, judging by the timeliness for the couple that sat next to us.
(3)Chance S.
Everything was really good. Bartender recommended a good drink, the Goombay I think. I enjoyed my meal, but the tortilla soup was particularly good.
(4)Blueridge G.
This place used to be a great island kind of place. Today, they were playing loud hiphop music and the food was nothing special like it used to be. Too much noise. I won't go back.
(2)Rhonda N.
After a long day of attending a HR conference a friend and I enjoyed happy hour and dinner at Bahama Breeze! It was sooooo hot outside but the atmosphere and food was amazing!! The drinks were amazing too!
(4)Camille G.
Great food good music ...I feel like I'm on vacation!! Oh yeah I am..hehe. food and service was delicious!! Definitely coming back!
(4)Brian J.
Hard to believe this place is owned by Red Lobster, but then so is Capital Grille which is excellent. We ate at the bar, and the staff there is beyond friendly despite being slammed with tons of drinks. I'd estimate they were making 2 drinks a minute each almost nonstop. So the Bahama Colada is very good. The Salmon with mango salsa/rub was very delicious. The green beans were only disappointment, undercooked and lacking seasoning. Sweet potato side was good.
(4)Dwain L.
Always a pleasure coming here, been coming here since it opened many years ago and it hasn't failed me. Great service, great drinks and the Caribbean style menu. Open concept kitchen, anything on the menu I'm sure you will enjoy.
(4)Hugh P.
I just like this place for the food, staff, and the vibe. I stop here when I am in Orlando. The jerk wings, pasts, desserts, and more are all good. You will enjoy inside or chilling outside and listening to live music.
(4)Michelle C.
My husband LOVED his meal. I "liked" my meal... lol. His salad looked awesome, shrimp and grits were SO good! And the chocolate island dessert was delicious! Cocktails were delicious! We thoroughly enjoyed Bahama Breeze. We BARELY beat the crowd! Oh, and the server was over the top friendly and helpful!
(5)Keerthika V.
Nice place!!! Love music and outside table made our day.. Ultimate piña colada best here!! One good thing is that the place is open late night..
(5)Christina C.
Great place to eat on International Drive! This wasn't our first choice, but when our first choice was shut down for a special event we decided to eat here on the fly. Boy am I glad we did, because the dinner was absolutely delicious! They have an awesome patio and a large indoor area. We decided to eat indoors and on a Monday night there was no wait. Our server was really nice and prompt. He didn't hover, but he came around enough to refill drinks and make sure everything was ok. I got the Shrimp and Grits and my fiance got the Chipotle Carne Bowl. I feel like we sat down, ordered, and then the food appeared! Maybe we ordered things that were prepped ahead of time, but I was super impressed by how fast the food came. Both dishes were absolutely delicious. My shrimp and grits were one of the best I've ever had. I loved the cheesiness of the grits and there was a bunch of shrimp! I've found in the past that my shrimp and grits come with five or six pieces of shrimp on top, but this shrimp and grits came with a ton of shrimp! It also came with green beans that gave it a good balance. The Chipotle Carne Bowl was also delicious! My fiance got the sour cream and the avocados on the side for me, which was great. I would highly suggest both dishes. This place is probably more expensive than I would spend if I had a family, but for my fiance and I, this was the perfect place.
(5)Rachel R.
We decided to come to Orlando for the day and chose this place for lunch. Never tried this chain before but every time we pass by, it's always packed. The coconut shrimp was awesome, loved the tangy sauce. The drinks were good, but like most places with "island drinks" there's no real alcohol. Tasted like some fruity tasty drink on a cruise. For the main course, I tried the cuban sandwich(idk why), it was bad. Not even close to what it should be, who puts lettuce and tomato on a cuban? Very disappointing after such a great appitizer. My bf ordered the jerk chicken which was all chicken, no jerk. Actually asked our waitress if it was the wrong plate and had to eat it with hot sauce. Request extra hot sauce if you want spice. My bf's mom ordered this salad with crab and avacado, a seasonal item. We all thought this was good. Our waitress was great, best part of the whole experience
(3)Ethan T.
Excellent location and nice outside seating on international drive. Excellent service. I had to goat cheese and caramelized onion with avocado hamburger with fries and it was excellent!!
(4)Talal H.
Firecracker shrimp was a delicious appetizer, with mouthwatering crunchiness and the pineapple chutney added a level of flair to it that made the dish just the right mix of sweet and sour. I had the lighter salmon pasta, and it was a nice break for me from the grilled chicken and pasta fare I usually have. It was a light dish, the salmon was expertly pan-seared and wasn't dry or anything. The sauce was just the right amount of cheesy. My wife had the grilled chicken cilantro-crema. The mashed potatoes were to die for. The cheesy consistency and flavor really made the chicken come alive. Addition of corn to the mashed potatoes gave a sweet aftertaste. Last, but not the least, the chocolate island was to die for. Layer of chocolate mousse with fudge at the bottom, topped off with cream. I was so full before we'd ordered the dessert but it was a special one, the layers just amalgamated into the perfect chocolate explosion inside your mouth. We got Jeremy as our guy, and he was very courteous and on time. Very friendly and accommodating. The place was nice, loud and good caribbean music. It's a place that kind of pulls off its gimmick really well. Didn't feel pretentious or anything. Would definitely visit again!
(5)Kamila L.
After 10 pm, the restaurant choices start to slim down. Instead of a Dennys or IHOP I was glad to find out that the BAHAMA BREEZE serves food until 1 am! The original location on I_Drive has always the same high standards expected. If you want to have good service ask for Samantha D, she is an excellent waitress! She kindly listened my request of drink: Key Lime Pie! (I still got a buzz from it and still believing I'm a "Caribbean queen"). "Ahi Tuna Stack" is a light and fresh appetizer to start, "The Skillet Shimmering Jerk Shrimp with a heavy kick of spicy garlic, peppercorn, jerk seasoning to finish with a Juicy & Melting Goat Cheese & Avocado Cheeseburger! This restaurant is always clean, nice atmosphere and inviting to relax having a drink with delicious food from the Caribbean!
(5)Jason F.
Exceptionally well done Caribbean food. Jerk Chicken Wings are a must have! The spices, the juicy chicken, the sauce. I need to learn how to make these. Coconut Shrimp entree, delicious! Nothing beats butterflied shrimp, battered up and fried in coconut, and dipped in a sweet sauce. With rice & greens, it's a meal worth getting. The fish dinner special. My girlfriend got grilled tilapia in their mango sauce. The fish was moist, the sauce was refreshing with fresh mango's. I think it could of used a side of rice or noodles or something rather then fish and mash, but that's just my preference. Drinks - superb and plenty of em.
(5)Tran T.
This place is definitely packed!! There is a long wait, luckily enough, they have a few big bars in different areas. Downside, they're all packed as well. Frozen Bahamarita & Pina Colata - Delicious and refreshing. Island Hopper (combination of Jamaican chicken wings, crispy coconut shrimp, onion rings & conch fritters) - Very disappointing. Not flavorful as pictured. Chipotle Beef Rice Bowl - Didn't think we should have ordered it but boy was I wrong.. a bowl of deliciousness.
(3)Nathalie F.
Drinks were amazing, food was delicious, server was attentive. Only complaint is about the hostess. She just wasn't pleasant. Other than that everything was fantastic.
(4)Kyba A.
This place was excellent! It didnt receive the full five stars because of a mix up with the table placement. We visited during a holiday weekend so the place was packed. What I didnt appreciate was after the little buzzer went off, we went taken to the table area only to be told that there was perhaps a mix up and there are no available tables and we would have to wait again. We were placed at a table about 5 minutes later and then asked to move to another table upon their request. After that the atmosphere was great! There was live steelpan music, which I thoroughly enjoyed. The food was great and the server kept checking on us to ensure that things were good. It was just a wonderful night and is now my favorite place to eat in orlando.
(4)Kita S.
This place is soooo over rated. I suggest you try somewhere else where the staff is more welcoming. I came here for a couple of. Drinks and an light entree. The food is okay and I like the music/setting but I won't be back here again. :(
(2)Rick S.
I was in Orlando for the 2015 infocomm conference. I ended up eating at Bahama Breeze 3 times because the food I had was so amazing. I had Julie H. two times for my server because she was so fabulous. Third time I had Julia H. Names are similar. Either will take great care of you. But I got to know Julie and will always see if she is available. A hostess named Mary was also very wonderful too. On to the food. Chicken Tortilla soup is amazing. It has fresh avocado in it. And that was followed by the best burger ever. I had the Guacamole and goat cheese burger with Carmelized onions. The melding of flavors was exotic and made it the best burger ever. For my side I chose the fruit salad which was strawberries, grapes, pineapple and a scoop of mango sorbet. It was so delicious. Followed with Key Lime pie for dessert and I can tell you it was a generous slice with baked meringue topping that was wonderful and this pie is baked fresh at the restaurant each day. It is also without doubt fabulous and is truly made with key lime juice. True key lime pie is yellow in color - not green. This pie was truly key lime pie with it's yellow color and the baked topping put it right over the top. I wish they had a Bahama Breeze in Wisconsin so I could be a regular customer.
(5)Frank F.
LaSheem is the BEST! ASK4HER. NUFF SAID! WE ordered the Island Hopper. OMG it's ALL THAT! If u love Conch Fritters n Jamaican Jerk Chicken n Onion Rings n Coconut Shrimp. @ $19.99 superb price and ErTang was Gonnah Be Alright Y'all. Um ummmm SO Good Y'all Dot Com. (@$5.99-$6.99 ea.) We also order equally as good SLASH per taste buds... Hummas n Baked Pita Triangles n OMG OMG and OMG Again Y'all. .. . BBQ Shredded Pork n Sweet Plantains (ooh SO tender)!!! Whew'Saw Ya JUST CAN'T GO WRONG! MakeYuh Wannah just say ummmmmmm. Nigh nigh ' Nigh nighhhhhhh. Lmbo. Over n Out Y'all. FranknKimm
(5)Teresa C.
PROS: - Pina colada: This drink is amazing!! A must get! - Chipotle Beef: surprisingly very good. It was very flavorful. - Conch Fritters - very good and it pairs well with the mustard sauce - Lobster and shrimp quesadilla THE OKAY: - Coconut shrimp: not as good as I thought it'd be. I find that there is too much breading on the shrimp to my liking and I didn't really taste the coconut flavor either. I did however like the mustard sauce as it's the same sauce they use for the conch fritters. CON: - Lobster and shrimp Linguini - not enough flavor. sort of oily. Red lobster makes better pasta. - Mango Glazed salmon with sweet potato: Salmon was burnt and too dry. Only redeeming part of this dish was the mango glaze. The asparagus was cooked too long and very dry and chewy. - Skirt Steak Cubano - got this medium done. the skirt steak was very chewy and kind of tough. Only thing I really liked about this dish was the yuca fries that it came with. - Skillet simmered jerk shrimp: this was meh. Spicy (mild-medium range). I didn't really like it.
(4)Ashley Nicole C.
Packed on a Friday night, which is to be expected. We opted for a seat on the outdoor patio sigh live music. Unless you're here to watch a specific sporting event (the TVs were playing hockey while NBA playoffs were on), I'd suggest sitting outside. We waited a few minutes before someone wiped off our table and took our drink orders. We ordered and then several more minutes later, the same person and back to apologize for the wait and finally take our order. After taking our food order, he realized he hadn't placed our drink orders. Luckily we were just hanging out and relaxing so we didn't mind but usually, that'd knock off a few points. Love the laid back Carribean theme, it just makes you want to order a tropical drink and listen to the music. Started off with the pulled pork and plantains. Sounds like a weird combo but it was so delicious, I could eat just that for dinner. Then Ordered sangria to go with paella and can't complain.
(4)Jeri R.
Their food is amazing! Between the appetizers and main course everything delicious The price for 4 was very good $160 included drinks as well. The presentation of our meal was very nice. When I am in Florida again I will visit. Only problem is this place gets crowded and our wait time to sit indoors was 1 hour. It was nice sitting out though.
(4)Grace A.
We came here for lunch during a recent visit to Orlando. There were a few people eating, so not sure if that's an indication of what we are about to experience. When we approached the hostess, we literally stood for a minute in front of her before being acknowledged. Finally she looked up (no hello, no how are you & no eye-to-eye contact), asked how many in our group & had someone take us to a table. Really? Why so unfriendly? I noticed there was a man sweeping the floor, only to find out he will be serving us later. Just hoping he washed his hands before serving our food. The food was just ok. I liked the conch fritters maybe because I've never had it before. I am still not sure why people are raving about this place. Maybe it's because I live in SF and my taste in food is more sophisticated? Our waiter was very accomodating though, and a hard-worker taking in 2 jobs at this resto : ) which is the reason for the 2 stars : )
(2)Jessica F.
This place is amazing. The vibe, the atmosphere the food is the best. It has a tropical island feel to it. They play live music at night on the outdoor covered deck. It's a face-pace restaurant. They offer a verity of food from wings, fish, steak and more. The breeze salad is to die for and the desserts are fantastic. They have speciality drinks alcoholic and non-alcoholic and they offer a kids menu. This place is great for anniversaries, date nights, birthdays or just a nite out for dinner. I would recommend this place to anyone.
(5)Thanh H.
A friend recommended this place while we were out in Orlando. I was happy he did. Ordered the coconut shrimp, onion rings, and mojitos to start. Everything was great. I loved the shrimps. The coconut worked well with it. Even thought I was allergic to it, I ate 4 shrimps! Followed by onion rings and mojito to relieve the itchiness. I had the Jamaican jerk chicken. No complaints. Was nice and moist. The spices on the chicken was good, and worked well with the rice,beans, salsa. The waitress was always around when we needed her and was pretty quick for a business night. Would definitely go back.
(5)Fast L.
This is one of those chains that gets stingier with portions every time I try them. They literally served me a teaspoon size portion of guacamole for my fish tacos. And, I ordered a $10 margarita that was all glass and ice. It was half gone in a few sips. Beyond the micro managed portions, the food isn't very fresh and lacks flavor. I won't be returning.
(2)Marina L.
Before dining here on the 27th, I couldn't remember the last time I was blown away by service at a restaurant. We arrived around 7 and the restaurant was packed, but there was no wait and we were seated right away. Our server, Sarah, came right over and asked about our day and offered some suggestions. I ordered a classic Cuban mojito and my boyfriend ordered a beer. My mojito was perfect, the crushed ice really made the difference, in my opinion. We ordered the shrimp and lobster quesadilla as our appetizer and it was delicious. Sarah offered us hot sauce and brought over Tabasco, Sriracha, and a Jamaican hot sauce which I wish I'd gotten the name of - it was spectacular. My boyfriend and I loved the food so much we decided to split everything so we could get a little of each. I ordered the coconut shrimp, which came with yellow rice and broccoli, and he ordered the almond crusted swordfish with cinnamon mashed sweet potato and green beans. Everything came out very timely and delicious. The coconut shrimp was really prawn, they were huge! The swordfish was tender and drenched in lemon butter, and we seriously could not get enough of the cinnamon sweet potato mash. Although the food was fantastic, what really sold me on this place was the service. I have been a server and bartender for years, as had my boyfriend, and we were both blown away by Sarah's attention to detail. She made sure we knew exactly what was on the side of every plate, offered us extra plates and sauces, and regularly checked up on us to make sure everything was alright. Next time we're in Orlando we will definitely be back!
(5)Yen W.
Chicken wings dry and not HOT. The one close to 535 is much better.
(1)Chris L.
My experience here was great. My waitress Julie gave us tremendous service and showed great attitude to any questions we asked. I had the grilled chicken with cilantro crema and it was honestly the best chicken I've had. It was cooked perfectly and tender with a side of 3 cheese and corn mashed potatoes. We also had as an appetizer shrimp tacos which was ok. Both definitely worth getting.
(5)Rob B.
The food tasted great, but made my entire family sick. I believe we had undercooked chicken or some kind of bacteria that may have been in the food. We took home the leftovers, and we were sick. I mistakingly thought we just had a 24 hour stomach bug, and ate the leftovers (didn't feed it to family). I was in the bathroom for the next 48 hours. Ruined our vacation. To caveat this review, I have eaten here before and never had any problems. We enjoyed their food. However, this officially ends our visits :(
(1)John H.
This is a great restaurant. When I find something good I generally stick to it. So here's my Bahama breeze situation. I sit on the outside patio and order the curry chicken dish. It isn't a spicy curry, it's sweet and amazing. The reason for sitting outside is because in the evenings there is always a musician singing a variety of songs while playing the steel drums. It really sets the mood for the restaurant. Prices are very fair for this tourist area, and staff have always been above average. Certainly recommended
(4)Dee L.
Service was great! Food was excellent! I ordered the carnitas rice bowl. It was way more than I could ever eat & it was very tasty. The firecracker shrimp was a little dry, but I was probably comparing to Bonefish Grill. Drinks were great also.
(5)K M.
We sat outside and this place had good food. The live music was very loud where we sat but that was our fault. The beef tacos I had were the best and the Cajun shrimp were very good.
(4)Mark S.
I met some friends for dinner here. We sat outside and there was a live ban playing but the music wasn't overpowering. The waitress was super friendly and very helpful in picking dishes. Coconut shrimp were really good. Very crispy and the shrimp were fresh. The West Indies Chicken Curry was very tasty. Great place for an evening meal to people watch, enjoy the live music, and catch up with old friends.
(4)Jonathan M.
Good service. Great food quality and nice ambiance if you like the Caribbean feel if things.
(4)Kim W.
Came here with our family of seven and sat outdoors. The outside menu is less expensive and you are able to enjoy the live music. The music was great- steel pan performer was playing the latests and greatest Caribbean tunes. The appetizers we chose were good. The tortilla soup was a clean and healthy choice and had a nice spicy kick. My mom enjoyed her chowder and the coconut shrimp and beef empanadas were really good. The entrees however were not what we were expecting. The chicken and tostones had nearly no chicken and the ropa vieja was underwhelming. Bahama breeze is more for ambiance. The food is pretty good but there are better choices if you are a foodie.
(3)Natasha N.
Looooved this place! The ambiance, the island vibes, the live music, the food was delicious (beef empanadas and fried chicken stack) and drinks,and service was amazing!!!!! Alex the best waiter ever!!!!! It was so good, forgot to take a photo of the food!
(5)Pamela Y.
We have been to many Bahamas Breeze Restaurants before. This is on par with the others. Food is good as is the service. The place has a fun atmosphere but can get real loud! Great drink menu. It's a chain but it is good. Enjoy!
(4)Justin A.
Try their key lime pie. It's SOOOO good. Also, the strawberry daiquiris are good. It can get busy there around 6PM for dinner, so expect a wait. There is a not-so-busy Bahama Breeze on 8735 Vineland Ave, near I-4 and highway 535.
(4)Sarah D.
That's right, five stars! Bahama Breeze is easily one of my favorite restaurants. I haven't had a single plate I didn't love here. Favs are the CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP and COCONUT SHRIMP. As if the perfect food wasn't enough, the drinks and atmosphere are the cherry on top. They always have live music (usually featuring steal drums), while you're surrounded by palm trees...it feels like a much cheaper getaway to the Caribbean. I suggest sitting outside to get the whole effect! This is as authentic as chain restaurants get.
(5)Jonathan C.
Service was good. Perhaps the kitchen was having an off night but 2 entrees came out under cooked. The chicken curry bowl was awful, and I will eat microwave food without complaining but it was bad tasting. Drinks were good.
(1)Marcell A.
This service and food was excellent. I am allergic to coconut and most of the food had that ingredient in it (duh it's carribean food) but the accommodations and alternative recommendations were on point for a flavorful meal. I will be back when I come down again.
(4)Wendy K.
We had such a pleasant experience with Donald at the bar in the outdoor area. He has the gift of connecting with his guests while efficiently serving them. If you're lucky, you can also see some Cocktail-style tricks.
(5)Leslie S.
I suggest ordering a seafood dish. I ordered the shrimp and lobster linguine. It needed salt but had huge pieces of lobster meat.
(3)Chrissy M.
This place was so awesome! Walked over from the Marriott, very convenient. Ordered the salmon with mango salsa it was so delicious & literally came out like lightning speed! I could not believe it was my food already being served. The fastest service I've ever had in a restaurant. Will definitely go here again any time I'm in Orlando! Tons of fun drinks too that are just as good as well.
(5)Joshua B.
In town for business, got some steak and it was great! Salad upgrade for 2.50 - pretty substantial!
(5)Fred T.
Overall, delicious food for an okay price. The service was above average and we had zero wait for a lunch table midweek. === THE GOOD === - The food! I had the Jamaican Jerk Chicken with yellow rice and black beans while my wife had the Fish Tacos with Bahamian Seafood Chowder. We both LOVED our meals and were glad to try something new. While the chicken was a touch on the dry side, the spices were perfect and not overly spicy. - The kids meal we ordered (Bowtie Mac & Cheese) arrived amazingly fast, which one would expect for such an order, but other places seem to think kids have a lot more patience than they really do. - The number of healthy options available was fantastic. Both of our meals came in at the 600-700 calorie range and there were plenty of other options. === THE BAD === - This is borderline bad, but for all the healthy options they have, it's surprisingly difficult to get the info. The mobile site is just okay for this, but their healthy meals are something they should be shouting about, including listing calories on the menu. With so many people looking for healthier options, why make it so difficult to see how many awesome options there are?!
(4)Christine T.
I actually found this place using the Yelp iPhone app! I was visiting Orlando and am so glad that I tried this place. We tried the Coconut Shrimp, Seafood Paella and Calypso Shrimp Linguine. I must say, as a non-fan of coconut-anything (except coconut water), the dish made me embrace it. Best coconut shrimp ever?! Seriously, if you aren't allergic, GET IT. The portions are pretty hearty and the server was really friendly. If you are in the mood, grab a frozen cocktail, too. They were yummy ;)
(4)Mike P.
Awesome food! Such a great atmosphere as well. The service at the bar was quick and full of entertainment.
(5)Brad C.
Forgot to bring the appetizer but all was good because the meal made up for it. Cuban sandwich was good, fish tacos very good. How could you go wrong with some island music a deck while drinking a Pain Killer or Dark and Stormy!!
(4)William G.
We went here on the recommendation of our cab driver. They have an extensive menu for both food and drinks, and everything was fairly reasonably priced for this type of venue.
(4)Sara J.
We chose this spot based on the reviews on Yelp. We were not disappointed. I had the Cobb salad and my dining companion had the salmon pasta. Both were delicious. We also had a couple of very tasty frozen margaritas with dinner. Our server, Brandon, was very personable and attentive. There is live music, however the performer that night seemed to be having a difficult time engaging the audience.
(5)Taylor H.
The food was pretty good however the service was poor. One of our drinks had something in it, and the other one wasn't good.
(3)Shane R.
I am from California. And I went to Bahama Breeze on vacation. The food was spectacular. Each one of my family members immensely enjoyed their food choice. My entrée was the chefs special and consisted of salmon and shrimp (see photo). I could tell right away that my seafood was very fresh. Tasted fantastic. My side was mashed sweet potato and that was healthy and gorgeously orange and created a perfect taste balance to complement my salmon and shrimp. The food was good but the waitress was unforgettable. I am positive I fell in love that day. This woman was the definition of beauty with a personality to match. A Cuban goddess to say the least. I believe her name was Melissa but I could be mistaken. Anyways, all creepiness aside my first experience @ Bahama Breeze was wonderful and the ambience was gorgeous as well. Make sure you stop in.
(5)Lee S.
Well another rubbish place to eat at, undercooked food overpriced,not surprised to find out its owned by the same chain of restaurants Olive Garden and co,I didn't know this at the time, I had turkey burger well it was disgusting just mush in a bun I sent it back and did not trust anything on this menu looking at the family's plates Know one enjoyed the food everything was undercooked/raw I'm glad I saved myself from food poisoning, never again.
(1)Beth L.
The wait was so long during the weekend. The foods are decent and price are very reasonable. We have a group of 12 people our total was around $300. The pasta portion are huge we had to bag it to go. Overall I would come back again.
(4)Robyn S.
Was in Orlando for a work convention and decided to take our large group out to dinner. We called ahead to make a reservation and the General Manager, Eric Coleman was extremely helpful in accommodating our large party for dinner. The majority of the table ordered the ribs which everyone raved that they were fall off the bone good! We had 2 servers, one by the name of Ariel who was on top of everything. I wish I would of got the name of the 2nd server but like Ariel, he was great too. Food, service, ambiance and menu are excellent. If you are in the Orlando area for business, this is a must go to spot!
(5)Amanda M.
I was surprised by how reasonable the prices were here. I order the Hummus for the table at $3.99 and it came with a huge scoop of vegetable hummus, some big flat chips, and some fresh veggies. I enjoyed the hummus and chips, but my mom wasn't a fan. For dinner I order the Buttermilk Fried Chicken Breast, at only $13.95 and it came with 2 chicken breasts with fresh spinach and a few chunks of tomato, on top of mashed potatoes, with some fire roasted corn and beans. SO GOOD and filling with a hint of spice. My boyfriend got the Coconut Shrimp at I believe $16.99 and it came with about 12 shrimp, maybe a few more. He enjoyed it. My mom got their special which was some shrimp with mushrooms and bacon (i think) over cheesy grits. That was really good too, I tasted it. Came with fresh green beans. For dessert we shared the Chocolate Island (I believe it was called) and the moose was out of this world. I don't really eat moose because every time I've tried it I'm never a fan, but this moose was thick and had not only a chocolate flavor but i think there was also carmel flavor going on as well. I was trying ot figure it out and that's the conclusion I came too. I could definitely be wrong. The brownie was just okay. The service was great. She was very friendly and attentive. THe food came out super fast too.
(5)Julie S.
We ate here for the first time yesterday. It was great! The food was very good and the waitress was very good. I sure hope her boyfriend purposes before they buy a house. Very highly recommended.
(5)Joyce C.
After a long day of animal kingdom, our group was exhausted and hungry and thankfully we found Bahama Breeze. The service was OK, a little slow and a little disinterested in our table, but the waiter did have the chef come out to help one in our group with gluten free options. Extra points for table side gluten free recommendations! Now to the food... We had plenty of food for the 6 of us. The favorites seemed to be the seafood paella, jumbo crap stack, and the jerk chicken. All the seafood tasted fresh and everything was well seasoned.
(4)Jeremy L.
Got the coconut shrimp, appetizer and jerk chicken pasta! Both absolutely delicious. The fish tacos were also really great, fresh and portioned nicely
(5)Dennis P.
We arrived and quickly found a table outside. Great live music and nice outdoor atmosphere. Unfortunately we waited for 15 minutes with dirty dishes on our table. We finally got the attention of someone to help us. She was very helpful. I'm hoping things get better. Our waiter was very friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. I'm looking forward to the food. This food was very good, my compliments to the chef. While we liked our waiter, the service was very slow.
(3)Scotty M.
Been a while since I've been to a Bahama Breeze - first time to this one for a office meeting / party. Great food & service - had the buttermilk chicken breasts w/ mashed potatoes - yum! Appetizers were great - onion rings, chicken quesadilla were great. Others had ribs, jerk chicken pasta, fish of the day - all were great. Men's room needs to be remodeled - minus one star.
(4)Yesenia S.
The coconut shrimp was great! A definite must try. The smothered tostones were eh. The rum cake is to die for! So delicious. The service was horrible. Our servers name was R...... and she just seemed out of it. She wasn't attentive left us without silverware and plates for the Appetizers. The drinks took forever to come. The main course came 1 minute after the appetizers. Just an overall mess. She seemed very unorganized and overwhelmed with the amount of tables she had and that is why I am rating 3 stars. I would definitely come back but maybe just for carry out....
(3)Ricardo F.
This place Is awesome and the service Is super good. The food is full of colors and a lot of flavor. If you are near International Drive you should come here with your love ones.
(5)Michelle J.
Bahamas Breeze never lets me down. The food was yummy. We shared appetizers. The staff was friendly, the food is consistently good. It was an enjoyable experience for me and my family. PS You can never go wrong with the Ultimate pina colada, hold the coconut shavings
(4)Aaron T.
Without reading the other reviews on this location, I'd say the highlight of the experience here is the service. Now that, I'm writing this review on Yelp, I can tell that this isn't an anomaly when visiting Bahama Breeze. I was slowly bar crawling my way back to my hotel on International Drive and figured I'd stop here for a drink along the way (with the intent of having only one). After sitting at the bar, my bartender Annette made me a "Dark and Stormy" one of my favorite rum based drinks with ginger beer and a dark rum. Needless to say, I had several more during my stay. I asked if they had a gluten free menu when stopping in. Unfortunately, they did not have a menu. However, Annette at the bar was able to comfort me with how accommodating they are to gluten free. The level of confidence conveyed to me convinced me to stay to have the shrimp and grits. Annette was very knowledgeable with the dish and was able to warn me, and the kitchen of the puree they use that contains wheat so they could accommodate. When the dish was served, it came with fried plantains, from a shared frier, and the dish was immediately brought back to the kitchen without instruction from me. This type of ownership by the staff for customer satisfaction is rare, but this location seems to have it down to a science. During my visit they had live music on steel drums to highlight the Caribbean theme of the establishment. The friendliness of the staff, quality of the food & drink, and ownership for a spectacular customer experience makes this a must stop if you're looking for a good experience. It was great for me and for their business, enticing me to purchase a meal and extending my stay far beyond what I originally expected.
(5)Peter G.
Great food, fast service---had the Salmon crusted with almonds and it was DELICIOUS. Wife had talipa and was equally as good! Has my recommendation as a place to eat.
(5)Allison S.
This is my 1st time here friendly service... I'm a huge burger fan & my burger was delicious so much flavor even though i arrived an hour before closing. Most definitely will be coming back...
(5)Scott B.
Visited here after hanging out at the overcrowded vendor sponsored party next door. Completely loved sitting on the patio having a drink with friends.
(4)Jari C.
Great customer service, it's a chill environment. No complaints. It gets crowed, but that's because their food is amazing:
(5)MrsToya A.
OMG food has always been good to me,service also and the wait time no longer than 10 minutes. Always been clean I can't complain that's why they have the 5 stars
(5)Gene H.
Loved the coconut coated onion rings and the drinks are always refreshing! Something about sitting outside in December enjoying food and drinks and not freezing one's anatomy off is just too cool!
(5)Daniel L.
The best chain restaurant I have been to hand downs. I am not a fan of chains like Outback Steakhouse, Appelbees, etc. So dining at Bahama Breeze was a pleasant surprise on my vacation. I had the firecracker shrimp tacos and would recommend them to anyone who likes spicy/sweet food. They offer small plate appetizers to share, the conch fritters are delicious. This restaurant caters to seafood lovers, caribbean food lovers, and vegetarians all the same. Everything I tried off the menu was good.
(5)Walter J.
Was driving up International drive looking for a place to have lunch and we decided to eat at Senior Frogs...unfortunately Senior Frogs does not have an outside area (at least that we could see)... so we decided to eat at Bahama Breeze. Very nice place, great outdoor area. The day we were their in January, it was about 72 degrees out but if it was colder, the area appears to have lots of heaters. My companion and I both had the fish lunch specials, I had Salmon, she had Tilapia. Both were very good. Being on vacation, I also had two pain killer cocktails which were excellent. Very tropical with a very refreshing pineapple taste. We also split the chocolate upside down cake, which was indescribably delicious. Our waiter was a really cool dude, very professional, and very attentive. Funny story, I was sitting by the railing of the outside deck area and all of sudden a kitten jumps up on the deck. Very cute but not expected. The waiter told us that 3 weeks prior an adult cat had shown up and a week later there was 5 kittens. So if you eat outside, look for the cats... Only in Florida! For a nice place to have a lunch outside or even a business meeting inside, Bahama Breeze has good food, delicious deserts, and excellent cocktails!
(4)Guillermo R.
I've only been here once, but the food was excellent. Prepared right, served quick and my waiter was awesome. I went with some friends and we all had Greatful Deads. The waiter recommended that we try something strong to drink, the drinks were strong but enjoyable. Definitely recommend the 'Greatful Dead' drink if you're there.
(4)Sasha G.
This place convinced me to have a Caribbean wedding once I actually get married. Partly because I am from the Caribbean but also because Bahama Breeze rocks. Now, I'm not from Florida... perhaps I will finally move out here once I get my sh$t together in NYC but let's see, but I know Florida is NOT the Caribbean. HOWEVER, sitting outdoors at this Bahama Breeze with a live musician jamming out awesome Caribbean beats, singing his rendition of Bob Marley's "we're jamminnnnn, we're jamminnnn," while swaying with his dreadlocks, as you order just ONE more rum punch, or pina colada, or mojito, REALLY gives you the illusion that you're in Barbados or anywhere else in the Caribbean. DIVINE! That being said, Bahama Breeze makes my Caribbean soul truly happy. Now, it also doesn't help that their drinks are packed with a punch and cost about half of what a cocktail of that sort will cost me in Manhattan. OR that it's okay to be "jammingggg" in your seat and no one gives you weird glances because 9/10 times they will be swaying to the beats too. OR that the musician is an ACTUAL musician and not some dude playing the part. Awesome place. Their food is okay. Hence, the deducted star. We ordered the paella (my cousin's idea not mine) and it was merely okay.... paella is not even Caribbean so what do you expect? It was definitely edible so of course we ate but not truly enjoyable. Their coconut shrimp on the other hand.. were great-- sweet and savory, definitely not something you should eat all the time but good nonetheless. Ever in the area, give this place a try! Be sure the weather's perfect, the sun is shining, and you sit outdoors. And give this song a listen: youtube.com/watch?v=oFRb… Jam it out!
(4)Luke S.
Stopped by for a quick lunch but wasn't overwhelmed with the place. I ordered the grilled salmon, wild rice and sweet potato and to be perfectly honest, I'd eaten better the previous day at Denny's for half the price. I don't think I'd return if I was in the area again.
(2)Simeon V.
Great location, beautiful interior and nice athmosphere. Burgers and fries could be better, not the best. Other meals are nice such as chipotle beef bowl. Very good service and nice people.
(4)Ashley M.
Im from Ohio and we dont have one of these where i live so i was excited to try it. I ordered the Jerk chicken wings and my mother ordered some kind of grilled chicken with corn & mashed potatos..she said her food was delicious. For an appetizer we ordered the jerk shrimp which was good and spicy. When my wings came I was kind of suprised because they were HUGE..i ordered the full which had 8 wings..i could have orderes the half plate which is 4 wings because thats all i could eat. The jerk wings were pretty good but not the best..i have a boyfriend from the islands and the Jerk chicken his family makes puts bahama breezes wings to shame. But for a resturaunt they were pretty decent..i just feel that their jerk sauce lacked depth and flavor. Other than that we had great service and a great waiter. I would go back..
(4)Davies M.
The rum cake was great, I came here two days within a week for it coz in all fairness it you will literally crave for it after tasting. I had taco trio for my entry, the Tacos were so fresh, I asked for darkened Mahi Mahi, it was tenderly prepared. My aha moment was the huge size of these Tacos, they were so filling. I ordered soup as my side the whole meal was a struggle to finish. I give Bahamas breeze 5 because the of the food, the ambiance both inside and outdoor sitting plus the live band.... Next time iam in Florida, Bahamas breeze is the place to be....
(5)Casey S.
The food is quite good, however the service is extremely slow and quite disorganized. It took over an hour to get our check.
(2)Erin C.
Visiting from Ca read the yelp reviews and decided to try. It was yummy!!! Drinks are awesome, the piña colada was delicious and one if the best I ever had! We got the empanadas and coco shrimp. Both good just wish the shrimp had better sauce and more of a coconut taste. I got the mahi mahi tacos which were yummy and the hubby got shrimp and grits which he enjoyed. They had music outside but we sat inside bc there was a private party taking up a lot of patio space. Yes we will eat here again!
(4)Marjorie K.
Love coming to this restaurant. We make it a point of coming to this restaurant every time we come to Orlando. The tostones and jerk chicken are delicious. We never have a long wait when we come. The serving sizes are huge. You will not be disappointed!
(5)Scott B.
Food was outstanding! Their house vinaigrette was da bomb! Best house dressing ever. And you MUST have a slice of authentic house made Key Lime Pie. Doesn't get much better. Oh and our server, Eric, was awesome!
(4)Rachael L.
My boyfriend & I walk in at 11:02, one of the first people there (there was only one other group) well as we're getting walked to our seat there was a table right behind us with the napkins and silverware wrapped up but you could see the crumbs and all still on the table but it was supposed to be "clean" yuck! so we sit down and I look over to my right and on the window seal are two what I thought was dead flies, but no.. one was still trying to fly around. then a third fly came over to join. disappointed because this location is the best we've been too in size, parking, they have an oyster bar unlike any other but it was so gross dinning next to three flies!!! oh & they took the butter milk chicken sliders off the menu as an appetizer because they were the "least popular" very very upsetting!!!
(2)Annie F.
They have half off appetizers from 10pm to close, Sunday through Thursday. I can't say I'm a big fan of chain restaurants but Bahama Breeze has really grown on me. The great thing about this happy hour deal is that it is half off all the appetizers. Not just some but all. So, you have 16 options available. The appetizers here are generously portioned so it's definitely great for sharing. I ordered the Jumbo Lump Crab Stack and the Tostones with Chicken. For the dieters out there, the Jumbo Lump Crab Stack is only 6 grams of fat and all full of flavor. I loved the lump crab meat mixed in with the apple-mango salsa. Served with 2 flatbread crisps. The Tostones with Chicken unfortunately wasn't low fat. A total of 63 grams of fat for the whole serving. Twice fried plantains, chicken, cheese, onions, peppers, mushrooms, and tomato salsa. Yeah, 63 grams is pretty plausible. Nonetheless, it's a good appetizer although you'll want to make sure to disperse the toppings evenly. Some bites were more cheesy versus others having all the peppers. A friend I managed to drag along ordered the Carnitas Rice Bowl and I ordered the Chipotle Beef Bowl. The Carnitas Rice Bowl ($13.49) consisted of yellow rice, garbanzo beans (chickpeas), roasted pork, chorizo, sweet plantains, and corn topped with a cumin-citrus sauce. Lots of nice flavors going on, especially the sweet plantains. MMMM... The slow roasted pork, the fresh corn, the chorizo. Yeah buddy... Overall, a very tasty dish. The Chipotle Beef Rice Bowl ($14.99) consisted of basmati rice, sautéed beef sirloin, black beans, corn, and cheese topped with a chipotle sauce, sour cream, salsa and avocado. This was still a decent dish but it's more expensive and not as flavorful for me. Good service, good atmosphere. Some people may consider Bahama Breeze a bit pricier than they'd like to spend but come during the "Late Night Happy Hour". Half off all appetizers. You really can't beat that.
(4)Lauren U.
My husband and I went to Bahama Breeze while in Orlando for a mini-vacation. We ended up here after hopping around the places on International Drive. We were seated right away, and I ordered a Bahama Mama and my husband had a mojito. Both drinks were really good. I'm not sure about the pricing... I know they have a late-night happy hour but I don't remember if we made it for that or not (I said we were bar hopping, didn't I?). Our server was really, really friendly... Like, telling-us-a-lot-of-info overly friendly. Not inappropriate info, but I don't usually want to know the life story of my server. Anyway, it was all coming from a good place, so we were okay with it. I liked that we weren't rushed, even though we only ordered a couple drinks. We didn't eat, so no comments on food this time. It was a good experience, and I would consider returning here next time I'm in the area.
(3)Lindsay R.
I got the jerk chicken pasta it was delicious! My husband got the ribs and they were the best we have ever had! The drinks were yummy- kinda weak, but tastes good. Average prices a little on the higher side for what you get. We would def go back though!!!!!!
(4)Quawnie M.
Jerk chicken wings off the chain. Glad they had a kids menu, the ambiance didn't look kid friendly. Server seemed frazzled, kept forgetting my booster seat.
(4)Melissa M.
Food was delicious, hot, filling. Service was also great, very attentive for a week night. Had the white sangria (ok, tasted more orange than mango), firecracker shrimp (delicious and plentiful), and jerk chicken pasta light portion (lots of flavor, perfect portion). We also sat outdoor on patio where there was live music, great atmosphere, fits Orlando setting. Recommend for a dinner outside the parks.
(4)Joe N.
If your lucky enough to have Sheri wait on you, you'll be taken care of. Visited orlando for a week and went to restaurants twice per day. Best service by far. Ordered shrimp and lobster quesadillas..very good.
(5)Suzee Q.
Simple, uncomplicated lunch was had for one. I sat outside near the gazebo as a musician played the steel drums. Service was efficient and friendly. Seated quickly. Nabbed a waitress to place my order. She checked on me and refilled my water in a timely way. The lunch special price was decent. I had the lobster/shrimp quesadilla with a Caesar side salad. Nothing extra special but good and filling.
(3)Amber E.
Fun, island-style patio w/ tiki torches, live music, tropical drinks, and assortment if chicken, fish, beef and pasta entrees and variety of apps. The steel drummer tonight was really good.
(4)Corey F.
I've probably been 6 times, about half at this location. I took my twins (7yrs.) old and made sure we sat outside for the reggae entertainment. I love the cuban but many other dishes as well.
(4)Mattie W.
I love the feel! As soon as you walk into the place, your body relaxes just a little and time seems to slow down. I like to go here with a group, everyone order something different, and play pass the plate. Two of my favorite menu items - sweet corn cakes and the warm banana bread dessert. Oh my goodness!
(5)Lawanna N.
Drinks 2 and a half stars Food 4 stars Service 12 stars thanks to ileana the waitress and Eric GM Had the shrimp and grits delicious! Great way to spend my lil sister bday dinner on our first night in Orlando! Thank you
(5)Julie G.
The dining experience was great here. We had excellent service and the food was great. I had this colorful frozen cocktail drink that was very fruity and delicious. What was even better was that they gave you an extra shot of tequila. First time trying Conch. Got the Conch fritter and they were pretty damn good. But of course everything is good when they are deep fried. The coconut shrimp were the best I ever had. Would stop by here again if I am ever in town.
(5)Nicholas C.
Great atmosphere. I came here during my vacation in Orlando, FL with a large group, I'd say 18 people and the service was great. The food and drinks were phenomenal and by far one of the best restaurants I've went to in Orlando.
(4)Megan C.
Really, really good food! No MSG which is awesome, and everything seems to be pretty generally okay for you. Their frozen drinks are the bomb, and the service is always pretty good. The wait time isn't normally too long, but the area where guests wait to give the host their name or ask questions is sometimes a mess.
(5)Andrada C.
I could not leave Florida without leaving a review for this place. I miss the grilled chicken with the cilantro crema and the pan seared salmon. This is an awesome place which i highly recommend The atmosphere is great especially at night when they play live music...one of the best places to visit while in Orlando!
(5)Kyle H.
I ate here on vacation once, and let me just say, when I come back to this area, I will definitely go here again. The food was excellently prepared and the Service was excellent. The restaurant was very clean also. I had a very good experience, and you will too.
(5)Gigi R.
Visited this location instead of the Lake Buena Vista one because that one is located right next to the outlets and across from Disney. From my past experience that one is always packed with tourist and incredibly busy. Arrived at 4pm on a Saturday before the dinner rush so the restaurant was moderately filled instead packed to the brim. We were seated immediately and ordered a pina colada. We thought the glasses would be larger like 16 oz but they were relatively petite sizes 8 oz. Ordered: Beef empanadas: Handmade pastries filled with savory beef and potatoes. Sweet Peruvian Corn Cakes: Freshly baked, served with roasted pineapple salsa and butter. The pineapple salsa was a jam consistency and was very savory and sweet. Mojo-Marinated Pulled Pork: Slow-roasted, served over sweet plantains with our signature sweet and smoky barbecue sauce I love plantains. Add bbq sauce and I was in heaven. Jerk Chicken Pasta Jerk Chicken Pasta Sliced jerk chicken breast, fresh asparagus and mushrooms tossed in a Parmesan cream sauce with bow-tie pasta. The cream sauce was nice and savory. I wished the plate had more asparagus. It seemed like it was two strings of asparagus that they chopped into a quarter size. Overall the meal was delicious and I enjoyed it very much.
(4)Pradeepa K.
Usual one but the seating is not that great.
(3)S W.
Hats off, this was a good place for our group. Service was very good, food was very good, we didn't have to wait. I'd go back.
(4)Kelley J.
I am a huge fan of this restaurant; The food had amazing flavor, looks great, definitely a five for the food. The waiter was very friendly and helpful, and I could hear the other staff members laughing and talking with guests, so five for them as well. The restaurant itself was nice, it looked clean and organized. The only downs to this place was the wait; and even that didn't take as long as expected, only about 10 minutes. The other was they got the receipt wrong, but it was a minor mistake with the sides. Overall, great place and it's highly recommended, especially for families!
(5)Rashad C.
Brilliant drinks and food!!
(4)Zombie D.
Our family went out here on a Monday night and we all had a great experience with everything from the wait staff down to the food. Here's what we ordered: chipotle beef bowl, sirloin steak with mashed potatoes, fire shrimp with onion rings, and grilled chicken with salad. My chipotle beef bowl was phenomenal and had very tasty seasonings. The wife loved the sirloin steak. The kids are picky eaters so it's hard to gauge them but the onion rings, salad (especially whatever dressing they use), and grilled chicken were very tasty. I can't give you a gauge on the shrimp because I don't eat seafood but it looked pretty fresh. Our waiter was great and the food came out quickly even with the restaurant being as packed as it was. What I liked the best about our waiter was that he actually knew everything about the food. Like he could tell you what each dish tasted like very descriptively and which ones were his favorites. In our area that's not very common. Overall the family agreed that we would come here again on our next trip down. Prices were good as well.
(4)Sheila Z.
Had a delicious lunch of fish tacos!! Pina coladas are outstanding!!! Great waiter, too!
(4)Manuel H.
The service was above average Jamaican Jerk Chicken was good the spices were perfect and not to spicy.Great place to eat on International Drive
(4)Patrick M.
3.5 - good clean restaurant but not the BEST. The food, drinks, and service are all ok but not top notch. I would go again - just not top of list. Very clean restaurant, easy to get, easy parking, and they often have live outdoor music as well. Good family restaurant.
(3)Lisa G.
Were back. Thank you for the gift card Amex ! Early Dinner and drinks. . No wait. Were eating inside today. The aromas are enticing.Sheri Johnson was our server, very pleasant and knowlegeable .The general manager also stopped by to say hello.
(4)John J.
First time experiencing a Bahama Breeze Restaurant and I am very happy with our choice. Food and service was excellent. Nice menu with plenty of great choices We tried the beef empanadas which were good but I am partial because they couldn't compare to my own. The chicken tortilla soup brought me back to my childhood when my grandmother used to make her chicken soup. As my main course I had the Carnitas bowl which had great flavors and a nice spicy kick from the chorizo. Eric, one of the managers checked in with us and stayed chatting for several minutes about the restaurant and food. Thanks for an awesome experience.
(5)Leena C.
Went in for dinner after a long day at universal studios. The server was personable and friendly, and the freshness of the fruit salad (forgot the exact name) along with their frozen tropical margarita was just what I needed after all the junk food at the theme park. We also had some appetizers, and I really liked their coconut shrimp with sweet and tangy sauce! Definitely better than some of your ordinary restaurant chains.
(5)Mike S.
I like the sweet Caribbean flavors! Nothing over the top amazing, but nice to have an "island" tasting food for a change. The flatbread was typical, the onion rings and dip sauce were really good(probably best onion ring i've ever had), the jerk wings were ok. I got the Chef's special for the day which was sea scallops on Peruvian corn cakes with a nice sweet cream sauce. It made me like scallops again, well done chef. The slaw it came with was weak. Still i believe i had the best dish out of anyone. Decent atmosphere and island style. NOT great. We went for office lunch, and had 11 people, and our servie was ON POINT. I'd go back, but wish they had some beef options. Everything was fish, shrimp, or chicken. Get it Jerked you jerk!
(3)Rafael Dagoberto P.
30 minutes waiting for someone to come to our table in the outside área! Horrible service.
(1)Mandy C.
It is one of the better chain restaurants I have eaten at but there is a reason I try to avoid the mainstream chains...they just never impress me even when the food is okay/good. Since the one in Birmingham closed, I always seem to wish for the kabab salad and pepper stuffed appetizer. So when in Orlando recently looking for a house, I thought here is my chance to eat where I miss in Birmingham. Well I can stip thinking about this place now and realize that I haven't missed anything by it closing down in Bham. Frist I would like to say the goat cheese stuffed red peppers are still on the menu and still good. BUT the chicken kabob salad is no longer in existence. SO I WAS MAJORLY UPSET and settled on something I wasn't thrilled about. And it is definitely overpriced for the quality of food offerred. But it is worth mentioning that the atmosphere is great and staff pleasant. So if you like chains this is one worth trying.
(2)Gjuana W.
I love this place! Me and my fiance make it a must to come here a few times a month to sit outside at the bar and enjoy an ultimate pina colada and bahamarita (plus many others but those are our favorites). Even through my pregnancy I've been in and out to have a virgin version of my favorites. They have a steel drummer who sings and takes your experience to another location. Feels like I'm vacationing when I don't live too far away! It does get very busy around nights in the summer and close to holidays though, which when dining (especially inside) can become a negative when it comes to extremely long waits to order and receive your food. However, the food is always delicious and made to request every time.
(4)Patricia R.
My friend and I shared the seafood paella which has tilapia, shrimp, scallops, mussles, chicken and sausage tangled in with yellow rice and peas. It was a huge plate. If one person was eating it, there would be leftovers for the next meal. Talk about a burst of flavor in your mouth. We also shared the firecracker shrimp which became their favorite of the night.
(4)Ricky H.
It was our first time here, and we will definitely be going back. I recommend the shrimp & lobster quesadillas and the adobo chicken tacos! The food was great and the service as well!
(5)Shelly W.
Thoroughly enjoyed this restaurant. The atmosphere, food, and service was great. I had the Cesar salad and shrimp and lobster quesadillas. Delicious. Also had the spicy mango mojito. Initially it didn't have enough heat, but they gave more in a glass, added it to my drink and it was GREAT! Would definitely go back.
(5)Rich G.
Rolled in to BB on the eve of a big convention down the road that I was attending. The place was pretty full of convention goers so we grabbed a booth in the bar area. This is a mega sized restaurant, think a small mall devoted to bar food . One cool feature of the restaurant is that does have a full wrap around outside patio and separate bar facing International Blvd. The service was attentive and they served up exactly what you would expect from a joint in this category. Three of us shared a few items as it was late and we had all just arrived from 3 different parts of the world. Tostones with Chicken Thick slices of home-fried plantains layered with chicken, sweet peppers, mushrooms, onions and cheese, topped with fresh tomato salsa. Basically nachos, sub plantains for chips. This was pretty tasty. Caesar Salad Self explanatory, romaine, classic Caesar, croutons and Parmesan cheese. A bit too much dressing. Warm Chocolate Pineapple Upside down Cake- Very Sweet and very rich. Good for a couple of bites. As mentioned above the staff, were all very friendly and professional and the food came out on time. You can tell they are used to be busy and handle the crowds well. I would not seek a place like this out normally, but given the area and proximity to the convention center and hotels, they do a nice job at BB and I would eat there again. 3.5 stars
(3)Theresa N.
LOVE LOVE LOVE this place! My husband and I are in town for a business conference and we saw this place while driving by, it didn't look crowded and we were quite hungry so we pulled in! Well, they were pretty crowded after all but the host said it would only be 30 minutes so we decided to wait in the bar because they had live music and it was a guy singing reggae and playing the steel drums... I LOVE this type of music! A table in the bar opened up as we walked in so we decided to just stay in the bar and order from there (after all, we were pretty hungry!) We started with a cocktail and their homemade chips and salsa. Island themed Rum Drinks -Yum! Homemade chips and salsa - Yum! For dinner I ordered the grilled chicken with Cilantro Crema sauce (so good I asked for an additional side of the sauce!) and it came with mashed potatoes and roasted corm with 3 types of melted cheese. My husband ordered Creole Shrimp and ate every last bite. More Yum! For dessert we shared a rum cake and guess what? More Yum!
(5)Atnier R.
I have certain restaurants that I happily go to have just one thing. There's no need to try anything else because they do that one platter better than the others, or at least pretty darn good. Bahama Breeze has three of them. I really enjoy their coconut shrimp. They are big, they are tasty and you can dip them in mango salsa or just eat them like they are. I guess most people have it as an appetizer, but I'm fine ordering the lunch version. The first time I ordered it, I thought I was going to have space for dessert, but they are surprisingly filling. The second dish is what my girlfriend always craves and greatly enjoys: the jerk chicken pasta. Quite tasty and filling. I wouldn't give up my shrimp for it, but if the shrimp wasn't available, I wouldn't mind opting for the pasta. The third great thing about Bahama Breeze is quite simply, their virgin pina colada. I repeat, the virgin one, not the alcoholic version. It is one of the tastiest "smoothies' you can get. Hmm mmm mmm! Yummy! I had the one with alcohol once and it just messed up the fruit combo of pineapple and coconut. I have gone a couple of times to Bahama Breeze just for the pina colada. Just sit at the bar and sip away or take it on the road with you. It's that good. So there you go. Two great entrée choices and a fantastic pina colada. In case you want some appetizers, feel free to order them, we've had several different ones and they have all been pretty good. The ambiance is good too. Sometimes there's live music, but that's usually closer to the night scene, which is fun too by the way. Feel the Bahama Breeze!
(4)Darlene G.
I just saw a roach on the wall next to my seat while I was eating. I give a 3 because the place is still amazing as well as the food. They just need to tighten up on cleanliness
(3)Daniel L.
Seriously can't decide if I prefer Olive Garden or Bahama Breeze in the Darden family. Guess it depends on my mood. First things first, if you like Barbancourt Rhum, you can get it here, although why you'd mix it in a drink is beyond me. Sip it, like a fine whiskey. Staff was friendly and efficient, which is sometimes hard to find in Orlando. Food came out quickly, nice and hot. I had the Carnitas rice bowl - Spanish style pork, chorizo sausage, corn, plantains, and yellow rice. Excellent dish!! I looked at the other dishes passing my table and everything looked good. Beware this location when it's raining, though. The roof leaks in several places in the restaurant. We were there during a typical central Florida deluge and the poor staff was throwing down side towels trying to keep the water at bay in the passageway to the bathrooms. They told us the shop is going through a $2 million renovation to solve the leaky roof. Bathroom was clean and hot water was available, always good signs. Prices are about average for the area. If you want something a little different but still want a chain restaurant experience, this is the place for you. Food served up with island flair.
(4)Toby L.
We have eaten here several times and have always have a great time. The atmosphere is very relaxed and the food is delicious. If you are visiting the area, this tropical paradise is what you would expect to see. If possible eat outside on the deck and enjoy the steel drums.
(5)Zac H.
I love this place for everything it is. BB brings you to the islands with the tropical atmosphere, live music and authentic cuisine. This place is one of my favorites.
(5)Chelle P.
I'm glad I didn't pay for last night's meal. The one man show was the best part of the meal. The food / service ---- I was not impressed at all. This is about the 3rd visit and the worse by far. The greeters were not that friendly. The food was bland , sloppy, and overcooked. The tastiest item that we had were the conch fritters, and I actually dont even care for conch. I had the fish tacos , the pieces of fish stayed too long on the grill, the black beans and rice were interesting. It was yellow rice with black beans on the bottom. I forgot black beans even came with it ! Friends had : the daily special ( salmon and shrimp with a huge sloppy serving of goopy sweet potatoes) - jerk chicken (when since jerk chicken is a breast only?). I am still trying to figure out the gooey , sloppy, sweet potatoes that came with their meals. Well, at least my son was happy -- he loved the mushy potatoes! :) I should have gone to Bonefish Grill or even Red Lobster ! ;0
(2)Lance S.
Food was great! Server was very helpful and catered to the kids beautifully....even though it was lunch and busy. We will be back to enjoy the food and atmosphere again! Thanks for a great lunch!
(5)Jared V.
I've always had excellent service when I came here, and the food has been prepared well. I was in the area anyway (would otherwise not attempt to go to an I-Drive establishment) and stopped in because I had been here before. I got attentive, fast service after being seated immediately. The hummus app is really tasty. They have standard, boring beer on tap. They used to have Widmer Hefeweizen on tap, but not this time. They didn't have Sam Adams Summer seasonal on tap either, but they had it in a bottle. The wife got a salad which she said was excellent, and I got a cuban sandwich with fries. The fries were outstanding. Really, some of the best fries I have ever had. I've had better cubans but I was in the mood for it and it hit the spot.
(4)Melissa R.
We went before a Conference and made reservations for 26 people but when we showed up they said they don't take reservations. They sat us at 4 different tables and tried to make the best of it. My food was just ok but other people in my group really enjoyed it. Service was good too.
(3)Barrie Q.
We stopped in for dinner whilst on vacation in the area. Despite not booking, a booth table was found for us quite quickly. John was our waiter and when asked, he helpfully suggested a few dishes we might consider. He listened to what size if dishes as well as type of ingredient before pointing out the a couple of appetisers. They were delicious and just the right quantity of food Substitutions for the main course was similarly no problem and so I had the baby ribs and garlic mash. Both were delicious. Service was prompt and courteous. The only tiny criticism, if you could count it was our server forgot a glass of water, but apologised and brought it straight over when reminded. The restaurant was busy, so it's understandable. All in all, great service, good food and a pleasant atmosphere.
(5)JoAnna D.
I'm beginning to lose faith in Bahama Breeze. After several good - and some great - experiences at BB, I had a disappointing experience at the Wayne, NJ location.* And now, I've had another letdown in Orlando. I came here on a Sunday night with my mom & aunt, around 8:30pm. There was a 45 minute wait, but that's about the norm in Orlando. We were seated in a booth, put in our order, & relaxed. The three of us waited around 45 minutes after ordering, without seeing our waitress or getting any food. Other families & larger groups were seated, ordered, & began eating at the tables around us. Our conversation slowly died down as we couldn't hear each other over our grumbling stomachs. I ordered fish, and my mom & aunt both ordered pasta, so how could those dishes be taking so long? Our waitress passed our table, caught my eye, & did a double take. She ran off without saying another word. Minutes later, she came back to the table with a big loaf of bread & sincere apologies. "I don't know what's going on. Something happened in the kitchen ... a big mixup ... please take this bread while you wait, on the house. I'm so sorry!" About 15 minutes later, our food arrived. My fish was overcooked, and a bit burnt on one end, but there was no time to complain because I was starving! We opted against dessert because after our long wait for entrees, it was long past 10pm & we were getting tired. We didn't expect dinner to be a 2.5 hour ordeal - with 90 of those minutes spent waiting. If it wasn't for our kind waitress, I may have given this experience one star. She knew something got screwed up, whether it was her mistake or the kitchen's issue, but she did her best to make up for it. I love the food & atmosphere at Bahama Breeze, but, unfortunately, I will probably think twice before coming here again the next time I'm in Orlando. ______________ * yelp.com/biz/bahama-bree…
(2)Brad K.
I know it's a tourist type place. But the atmosphere is really nice. The food is always on the higher quality end and very tasty. Service was excellent. Prices very reasonable. What can I say. Even though I'm not a tourist, I really enjoyed this dining experience and would definitely go back. Side note: It gets really really busy for dinner here. So go early or expect to wait 1+ hours.
(4)Miko L.
I arrived at this location around 5:30 pm on November 1st 2014 . I decided to take my wife here for our anniversary . We were met by a very charming and polite young man outside of the establishment . Now upon entering my wife and I became very upset at the fact that the waiters and host made very rude comments. ( as if we we could not hear them) . The host did not want to seat us and made attempts to pass us on to someone else why laughing about it. My wife was very upset and it almost ruined our outting. The women who seated us displayed a very disrespectful attitude and rushed us to our seats. Once at our seat we were met by a very nice woman who began to serve us. My wife insisted that we leave and we did. I would never come to this place of business again it was very unprofessional and it seemed as if the costumers concerns and approval of the services rendered where not much of a concern to the staff. I felt as if we were being rushed.
(1)Jen L.
Food was good, but mojito was NOT the best... Try another drink. Nice family atmosphere so everyone can enjoy.
(4)Shawn J.
Always good food and service. Found new great drink "The Painkiller"! Jerk chicken is great, so is the buttermilk fried chicken. The Aruba Red beer is always a treat. I wish they hadnt changed the Creole baked goat cheese though. It is now smaller and with large tortillas instead of the little toast. Someone must have found another $1 in profit there.
(4)Y. Abigail H.
Bahama Breeze... I came here with a large group during my week in Orlando last year. I had a pretty good experience! The wait was rather long, but it was ok because I had good company around me and we waited outside on the deck. I guess it must be a popular place, because it seemed very touristy. Nonetheless I still enjoyed my visit here. The restaurant has a very casual feel to it and it made it easier to relax and enjoy the meal. I ordered ribs and it was so delish! Good sauce on the ribs and the ribs was tender, fall of the bone type of tender! Also, They had coconut onion rings. I laaahve onion rings! And I laaahve coconuts, so the combo was terrific! (Yum, I am actually craving some as I type this review, my mouth is salivating... ; )) Honestly, I would definitely try to return here next time I am in Orlando. They are awesome!
(4)Heidi B.
After hearing a lot of great things about Bahama Breeze, I was honestly very excited to get to try out this chain for myself. Unfortunately, my experience was less than stellar. Because it happened to be a Sunday afternoon, we decided to start off by ordering a few alcoholic beverages. I had a refreshing mojito and my partner in crime had a caribbean zombie. We both agreed that our drinks were delicious, and I do admit that I wouldn't mind going back and having another mojito again someday soon. It was really the quality of the food at Bahama Breeze that I was not impressed with at all. Although the menu is very diverse and the descriptions of all of the menu items sounded delicious, the curry chicken rice bowl that I ordered tasted bland. Additionally, the amount of food in my rice bowl (especially for a dinner menu item) was less than expected, which is always great when you're starving. And after having a bite of the cuban sandwich that my bf ordered, I realized that it wasn't just my bad luck. His sandwich tasted cheap, flavorless, and hastily made as well. I do have to comment, however, that our service at the restaurant was fine, and also that our drinks were delicious. But really, what is the point in going to a restaurant if the food isn't good?
(2)B A.
The service at this location is mediocre. I ordered two alcoholic drinks, the tropical storm and a skinny margarita. Both drinks were horrible very watered down tasted like melted ice as soon as I received them. I also ordered the grilled Jamaican jerk chicken and there was no sauce. I mean it just came out as grilled chicken and I know what jerk chicken tastes like and that wasn't it. Well at least the mashed potatoes were good. The service wasn't so good I guess because there was so many people there. I can say the best thing about this place was the performer.
(2)Adriana A.
So my fiance wanted to take me to dinner and walk around International Drive, we decided to eat at Bahama Breeze. I really enjoyed the laid back atmosphere. We sat outside on the patio area and it was very cozy. There was a performer tonight, not sure of his name but he played the steel drums and sang. I will say the menu is too big, way too many choices... it was a bit overwhelming. Once we decided what to eat, the food came quickly and it was very very good. My tips are be prepared to be overwhelmed a little by the menu and also since it is on International Drive, it was rather pricey, but it's to be expected in a tourist area such as I Drive. Over all I liked it and I'm sure we will be back.
(4)Crystal O.
We came here after looking at resturants on Yelp. Being on our honeymoon and from CA we gave this place a shot. Half-off apps after 10PM also helped. We had Justin as our server and he was excellent!! Gave us recommendations on both food and drinks. We tried (over 3 visits) Fried Chicken Sliders, Onion Rings, Spinach & Artichoke Dip, Warm Goat Cheese, Firecracker Shrimp and Jerk Wings......All delish...We also tried the burgers. Served on toasted brioche bun, so good!!! Wishing we had one of these close to us.
(5)Michelle C.
A couple of my friends and I decided to dine at Bahama Breeze on July 4th. We were able to be seated almost immediately after entering the establishment. Our waiter was super attentive and he took the time to describe some of their special menu items and also suggested a few cocktails to try. We ended up ordering conch fritters, yuca fries, and stuffed tomatoes for appetizers. I also ordered the Parrot Passion cocktail. Conch Fritters were really good. Nicely fried exterior and the conch had a good chew to it. There was also a sweet and tangy dipping sauce for that. Yuca fries were delicious. The yuca is fried in truffle oil and it comes with a tomato-based dipping sauce. Stuffed tomatoes were served cold. There was a medley of different veggies from corn to garbanzo beans to green beans all stuff into a tiny tomato. It was very light and refreshing; a definite good choice for vegetarians or people who are counting calories. The Parrot Passion Cocktail was nice. It had a good amount of alcohol in it. It tasted very lemony and fruity in general; comes with a garnish of lime. For the entrees, I ordered the Coconut Shrimp and the Jerk Chicken Pasta. The coconut shrimp is a house specialty and it was definitely very tasty. The breading was light and crunchy; it seems to be served with the same dipping sauce as the conch fritters. The Jerk Chicken Pasta had a nice kick to it from the jerk seasonings but it was well balanced by the cream sauce in the pasta. Everything tasted pretty good. The small plate appetizers were all around $5-7 dollars a plate. The entrees are from $10-20 depending if you are ordering a burger or a fish.
(4)Vicky C.
While the atmosphere was cool and food was good after we had to return our seafood chowder to have it hot to eat....service is slow at best, other servers waited on us more than our original server who was all over the Restuarant . Management needs to manage
(3)Adam G.
I've always enjoyed my time at Bahama Breeze. Whether at the bar or at a table, I've never had a problem with the staff. My previous trips were years before I discovered Yelp, so I'd say that my experience this weekend shows consistency throughout the years. First off, they were playful and attentive to our requests for our daughter. Always a huge plus. A small fruitcup with several grapes and several slices of pineapple is fine. The chicken tenders were good, nice crunchy breading and a generous amount of fries. The wife's burger was perfectly cooked, tasty, though the 2 slices of bacon left something to be desired (tiny). I had the carnita rice bowl. Roasted pork, sauteed sausage, corn, sweet plaintains on yellow rice. A good lunch portion and I was satisfied. It was all nicely cooked, but the plaintains sold it for me. The highlight for me was really the beef empanadas. I love empanads and will try them anywhere. These were perfectly cripsy without being greasy, great seasoned meet and the potatoes inside were finaly diced and soft. The only real disappointment for me was the spicy mango mojito. For $8, I'd like a decent drink. The entire glass was filled to the rim with crushed ice, so there really wasn't much to drink, neither was it spicy. Little hint of mango and no hint of mint. It was more like a margarita. So I siwtched to the Aruba Red after that and I was good. Towards the time we were leaving, the guy had just gotten outside on the steel drums doing a little Hotel California. The guy could play. I'd love to have been there during warmer and less windy weather to enjoy the music.
(4)Kristen L.
Not bad at all for a chain restaurant. I love any where that I can eat outside. This location has three outdoor patios and outdoor bar/waiting area. We went around 6:30pm and beat the crowd. When we left at 8pm it was packed. We sat on the Sunset patio around the back and it was quieter. The front patio had loud music and was pretty lively. The service was friendly but not really with it. Every time an order came out a server just walked around the patio asking whose food it was. Our server was very nice but fairly slow, especially with drink refills. The fresh fish was pretty good. But they forgot my side dish and then it didn't come out until I was already done with my fish. The pricing here was also a bit cheaper than some of the other restaurants with fresh fish. Really not bad overall.
(3)Sarah K.
Stopped here for dinner one night while vacationing with my family in Orlando, and was not disappointed! We dined with a party of 5 and all of us absolutely loved our experience here. The restaurant was huge, and completely packed, something we took as a good sign, but also were skeptical about how long we would have to wait to be seated. We were pleasantly surprised to get seated immediately, at a large table outside on their deck. Our server was very fun and friendly, something we appreciate that isn't always easy to find anymore. He was attentive and polite, and helped to really make our experience a good one. We started off each ordering a different drink from their drink menu, and each of us loved our choice. I really enjoyed the pina colada/margarita drink, and only wish it would've come in a bigger glass. It didn't take us long to get our meals, which was surprising due to how packed the restaurant was, and we all were very happy with how each of our dishes tasted. You definitely won't leave this place feeling hungry, as the portion sizes are huge. Really loved the food, service, and atmosphere of this place and will be returning on our next trip to Orlando!
(5)Suzie H.
Bomb Cuban sandwich! The ahi tuna and yuca fries were also good I've had better but four stars for the sandwich! It was one of the best I've had.
(4)Amanda R.
This restaurant was right across from our hotel and the huge covered patio with live music looked inviting, so we stopped in for dinner and drinks. Didn't realize it was a chain until we got there and there were photos on the menu - a bad sign! Our server seemed miserable (understandable since the patio was very busy and he was probably overworked) and none of the 3 employees we talked to seemed to understand what gluten was. Drinks were weak and food was rather bland. Pulled pork app was cold, chicken tostones had very little meat. This ended up being the most expensive and least satisfying meal of our trip, kind of like a Caribbean-themed TGI Friday's - definitely a generic tourist/family spot. Go further down the street to Pointe Orlando for some great, non-touristy options!
(2)Patty W.
I LOVE! The atmosphere makes me feel like I should be at the beach dipping my toes in the sand and having a fruity drink. The calypso music makes that very welcoming while it plays in the background. The drinks are ridiculous. I had a bahamarita and a sunset beverage, which are addicting. We shared the corn cakes for our appetizer and it came with a mango salsa and butter to top them with. Yum. I settled for the Cuban sandwich, which consisted of ham, roast pork, salami, Swiss cheese, with mayonnaise. This sandwich usually is with mustard instead of mayo, but I definitely am sticking with the mayo from now on. It tastes so much better. Of course, the portion of black beans and yellow rice as well as fries for the sides was a lot. I was lucky enough to take half of the sandwich back to the hotel for leftovers. Our waitress was really sweet and she gave us excellent recommendations on what to order. What a beautiful time!
(5)Steven C.
It looked pretty neat from outside, but a basic restaurant inside. The mixed drinks were very good but kinda small. The food wasn't any better then any other restaurant. Enjoyed the steel drum musician. As a tourist it was fun to experience once, but I wouldn't go back regularly
(3)Caberia S.
I was very impressed with the service and the food was great. I hope there's one in Chicago. Great atmosphere, this is a hot spot!
(5)Annie R.
Very enjoyable experience. Ordered Beef Empanadas for appetizers and I loved them especially with fruit salsa. Enjoyed the Jerk Chicken Pasta and was so happy that they have an option of the lighter portion, which was large. It was great. My husband who likes very spicy food ordered Chicken Curry Rice bowl. It was not spicy enough for him and chutney was served on top. It would have been better for him to have the chutney on the side to keep it from being so sweet. We definitely will go back
(4)Ann J.
Waited 45 min. For table, was seated then manager asked us to switch tables and was complemented to two free appetizers . Was worth the wait .
(4)Jim S.
Had lunch here today and ordered the coconut shrimp that many Yelpers have recommended. All I can say is wow, you guys have good taste. I may eat here one more time before I leave town just for that item. I also really liked the casual Caribbean vibe and our cute and super nice server Rebecca. Don't miss this place if you're in the area.
(4)Chris M.
The service was good ... that's about all I have to say.
(2)Jonathan M.
Service was poor. Food is pretty good for the price. The ribs we're fall off the bone tender. Good ribs but not great ribs. Our entrees came out before our appetizer. Our waiter was very nice but very forgetful on a lot of things. If your in the mood for a moderately priced island themed chain restaurant then this is your place.
(3)Cynthia H.
We ate here during our vacation. We were pleasantly surprised. The food was very good, especially the coconut shrimp and the key lime pie. The service was excellent. We will definitely eat there again the next time we are in town.
(4)Anna T.
The baby back ribs is so big and tasty! Good for two girls to eat, add one fruit salad. Lemonade is kind of cocktail style, tastes good.
(5)Slowsteady S.
Good Carribean food especially the jerk chicken wings. And the carribean sunrise to quench your thirst! Conveniently located near the outlets & lots of hotels. Paella was mediocre.
(4)Brian I.
This place was the last meal before flying back to europe after a good vacation. And the place was fit for a farewall meal.. Just really good food... Good and kind service and i love the relaxed atmosthere inside.. Try the coconut shrimps; they are soooo good Hoping to come back.
(4)M C.
Was at this location while in town for family event and ate here twice for a lunch and a dinner. The service was great on both occations. The food was delicious and portioned correctly for the price. If you want to eat a meal in a place that will provide you a nice ambiance that is not quite upscale, but definitly not as casual as "Dennys" then this is your place. Take advantage of the "free" valet parking...
(4)M A.
The hostess was not friendly, but our waitress was awesome. The cuban black bean soup was excellent, but the banana plantains were ripe. My friend from Jamaica said they were no good. The waitress did not charge me for the meal, but I had higher hopes for this place. I would say it is hit or miss.
(3)Joselyn Y.
Before coming to this location, I had no idea that Bahama Breeze was a chain, despite there one being in MA, which is where I live! My sister and I came to this place after coming out of wonder works and feeling oh-so-hungry. So naturally, we consulted Yelp! And what a place! Omg we got the Jamaican jerk chicken wings, grilled chicken with creme de cilantro, and the salmon with pasta sauce and creme sauce and everything was amazing. The Jamaican jerk wings came out fast and omggg, so so good! They were large wings and were cooked just right. Also, our waiter was awesome, he seemed friendly and peppy and was still that way even after we interuptted him to let him know we knew what Yuuca was (I felt bad about coming off as being rude so I left a 20% tip but man, hunger is terrible). Anyway, our waiter gave me some suggestions for drinks that I could get and at Bahama Breeze, they don't play around. After 2 drinks I was like what?! In Boston, for $8 a drink they water that down for you! But anyway, our food was excellent as was the service (when our food came out someone who looked like a chef gave us our food and was happy at what we ordered). My pasta with salmon was simply amazing-- its been too long since I had a good pasta/salmon combo. I left buzzed and happy with my sister as my sober driver (lol?) and we noticed the sign on the door as we left urging customers to please not drive drunk (the sign even said that the mangement would find a way to get you home-- thats really saying something!). Overall, really, really loved this place and can't WAIT to try the one in MA when the chance comes up.
(4)Candace W.
Great drinks, great food, great place! They have so many good choices on the menu. Now, i only have one bone to pick with this place, its on i drive so it gets crazy packed around dinner time, i usually get take out. But if i have the time to sit down to eat, it delivers. I'm not the outdoorsy type, so i prefer to sit inside, but its nice when the band is playing. My favorites: Coconut shrimp.. crack Jamaican jerk wings Empandas Tropical chicken salad Chocolate Pineapple upside cake; AMAZING!!!! This place will forever take my money
(4)Emari H.
Blah... We got a recommendation for this place but the food was 'blah', service, 'eh', and cleanliness 'eeeeeew'. We got Caesar salad & quesadilla and chicken Cobb salad. In my Cobb salad, chicken was like cardboard and who puts pine nuts in Cobb??? They serve with vinaigrette and blue cheese dressing but I'd just rather have two blue cheese dressing (I had to ask for more). Salads do not come with bread nor anything else so I also had to ask for a piece of bread. That bread (Cuban bread) actually the best part of the meal. I watched our waiter clean the table next to us with a piece of paper towel, hopefully it was at least wet! He swept off the food crumbs onto the floor and then went on to setting up the setting. I was grossed out as I was staring at food crumb still left on the chair...Eeew The other wait staff was cleaning their tables with a cleaning spray so don't know why this dude decided to not use it. Hubby's quesadilla looked decent but their pico de gallo was just a cut up tomatoes & few pieces of onions. Even I, the Japanese girl, can make a better one :( Well, we decided that this was a fake 'Tommy Bahama' type of restaurant and we get what we pay for... Nice decor and possibly a good place to enjoy an afternoon drink with appetizers.
(2)James O.
The other two Bahama Breeze restaurants in town are good, but avoid this one. Good luck calling ahead because they don't like answering the phone. There is always a wait and for food that's the same as the one in Buena Vista or Altamonte Springs, I'll pass.
(2)Rebecca C.
This place is a ok for a chain. We loved the firecracker shrimp appetizer. I definitely recommend it. The sweet potato mash potatoes were good and the fish was pretty good.
(3)Kent J.
Nice atmosphere. Seating inside and out. I prefer the bar. Steven the bartender was a real pro. Great customer service and very personable. Actually, all the bartenders were VERY helpful. No problem with my special request for vegetable paella (not on the menu). Great Mojito.
(4)Angel J.
EVERYTHING WAS EXCELLENT! The dessert, the food, the cocktails, the service. One of my wife's favorite all time restaurants!
(5)Josh A.
Eh, it was ok. The service was good, the onion rings were good, the fruit salad was good. My Cuban sandwich was tasteless and the prices were too high for me. $11 for a Cuban? Come on man, it's a Cuban sandwich, not a freakin steak! The Cuban that I get at home, blows this one away, no contest, AND it's half the price. If you venture out from the hotels and touristy crap here, Orlando is actually palatable. Less traffic, less lines, cheaper prices. This part of Orlando sucks though. It's overpriced and crowded.
(2)Miyana H.
Meh, it was okay. The fish tacos were... Eh? Their chicken tho.. I think it was the jerk chicken? Appetizer. Not sure. They were scrumptious super tasty. Just another franchise tho.
(2)Libby W.
Olive Garden is to Italian Cuisine what Bahama Breeze is to Caribbean Cuisine. Bahama Breeze, like Olive Garden is a Darden Restaurant chain. Don't come here for authentic food come here for a solid lunch bite. Decent food at decent prices, nothing that is going to wow you, or hurt your wallet. My favorite is the tilapia fish tacos, which it's a pity they don't put them on the dinner menu. The tacos are great and I do love the spicy aioli that comes with them. I get them with the rice and beans which I also like. I was surprised that it wasn't over salted. The Cuban sandwich is good, but the bread is super toasty and crumbles easily, making a mess, and making me embarrassed making such a mess. The appetizers I've had have been very good. The west indies beef patties seems to be a favorite with the group I was dining with and also the coconut shrimp. They have frozen cocktails that your mother would love because they are a nice blend of fruity, not over powering but by no means stiff. Great for groups but this depends on who your server is. Been there twice with large groups, once was fabulous, the other time they couldn't get the drink orders straight.
(3)Tom B.
Ok I HATE CHAINS!! Let me get that clear, They usually suck. But when your in Disney its all you got. Never been to BB, Really kinda Poo Poo'ed on the place, but at the instance of the group we went. First the place is huge. The service is great, expected that, Thanks Ceaser you Rock!! Did not expect the Live music, Fantastic! The food Awesome! Really! BBQ Jerk Wings, Crab and Avocado Tower, Corn Cakes, Crab Claws and Giant Beers and big cold Jagers. Really I was shocked!! It was good, really good. I will go back when in the Atl. You have won me over BB
(4)Daryl S.
Great restaurant for food and fun! Service very attentive and good direction. Both families and business folks alike will enjoy this atmosphere.
(5)Tim S.
Bahama Breeze is smack in the middle of a tourist hotbed. Food and drinks are average but the prices are high. This places can get super crowded at night so get there early or expect to wait.
(3)Tim D.
Great meal great service! I had pulled pork mini's & fries. Very good!
(4)D D.
Once again Bahama Breeze did not disappoint. Went here for lunch with the kids and parents and everybody loved their food. The service was great also, we had Darren B. as our server. I wish I could go back.
(5)Ivan D.
I liked this restaurant so much years ago that I had to come back. Overall the food was great, except one dish (curry based) that we had to send back as incredibly sweet. Everybody had a good experience and my fiancée already said we'll come back next year.
(4)Isabelle G.
I would like to come here and mourn the removal of the Chicken Santiago from their menu. What the heck man, that was the BEST dish!
(1)Tatiana B.
I enjoy Bahama Breeze. I always get the same dishes because in places like this I like to go safe. First off, the mango caipirinha is deeeelicious. We always get the tostones with chicken which we love. Fried plantains topped with shredded chicken, cheese, peppers, tomatoes, mushrooms and topped with fresh tomato salsa. We also like to get the coconut shrimp which are decent. For the entree, my BF and I get the same thing because we really, really like it. The chicken with cilantro crema is awesome. Grilled chicken breast, mashed potatoes and roasted corn topped with a blend of three melted cheeses. They top the chicken and the potatoes with a delicious cilantro-cream sauce and give you some on the side too (I always ask for more). If you have space for dessert, the Chocolate Island (chocolate mousse on a fudge brownie swimming in milk chocolate sauce and vanilla bean anglaise) is your poison. The outdoor sitting at this location is nice.
(3)Kristi J.
Best restaraunt ever! Bahama Breeze offers a wide variety of unique dishes. Everything is fresh and pretty healthy, depending on what you get. I ordered the Black Bean Soup, a Salmon Tostada Salad and my husband and I shared an Ahi Tuna appetizer that was to die for. Now if they would only open a Bahama Breeze in Northern Virginia!
(5)Summer B.
Really great food and ambiance that encourages you to relax and enjoy the Caribbean vibe. The service was good (although I could use a water refill once) and the menu is diverse with Tapas (a small serving) for $5 then larger appetizers and full meals for more. I highly recommend the chicken empanadas tapas. They were delish! Also I had this dish of twice fried plantains with chicken and cheese that were awesome! Like nachos but better! Also had a great Mohito! The only thing I didn't like was the stuffed Zucchini tapas
(4)Jeff S.
The food was very good. Great wings and coconut shrimp for starters. Then I had a wood grilled tuna that was cooked to perfection. The service was quick but our waiter was very abrupt and short with us. He could have been much more pleasant. Overall a good meal. It was bust but we were able to call ahead and have our name put on the list and then got a table a soon as we got to the resturaunt.
(4)Chris B.
We had to go all 3 nights of our visit. A co-worker was fond of the bartendress. So we probably got better than average service. It wa a good place to belly up and have a couple beers. The food was alright, I can't complain. and considering the area it's in- I'd go back.
(3)Robert S.
I had never been to a Bahamas Breeze, but it looked tempting. I had a lunch there and I ordered the Grilled Shrimp Tropical fruit salad as well as the BBQ pork on plantains small plate. Both were delicious. The fruit in the salad was fresh and sweet. Overall a good chain restaurant. Great Caribbean fare at decent prices. They have a nice outdoor terrace area that is shaded ...
(3)Allie R.
This place doesn't deserve a star! i should have known. its like any other chain restaurant. nothing fresh everything taken out of the freezer and fried stirred in sugar and plated!! I ordered a salmon salad which turned out to be 1100 calories and 53g of fat!!
(1)Caren C.
Sat outside for over 15 minutes with no service. Not even water. Told the hostess when we got up and left, she didn't even care. Went to Millers Ale House instead. Much better!
(1)Jennifer L.
They have changed the concept so much to only serve "easy prepared" food forgetting what brought them where they are. The quality food the had when first opened is gone in the "new" menu. Almost every dish we enjoyed in the past is gone, so there is no reason for us to come back.
(1)Samm P.
Visit here Wednesday when I was in Orlando. I had a great time. Drinks aren't strong. Besides that, the food and atmosphere was excellent. I had a Bahamarita & pan seared salmon & Sauted shrimps.. Excellent. My bf has the seafood paella (think that's how it's spell) an pineapple coconut martini.. Also excelltent. Would definitely go again to try other dishes.
(5)Kevin S.
Went here based on Yelp reviews, and overall it was a good dinner. The parking lot was pretty crowded, but it's a big place and we walked right in and were seated right away. Service was... "robotic" was the word my wife used. Very methodical, not very personable. Case in point: My son's water cup was empty. The waitress came to the table in a monotone voice said, "Remove the lid from his cup so I can refill it." I would have expected something more like, "Would you like some more water? Okay, would you mind taking the lid off for me please?" I think our waitress had a little bit too much on her plate (so to speak). She did make a point to check on us at designated time intervals, but we were waiting for a noticeable period of time to get our check in the end. The food was good. No real complaints. It just wasn't like "WOW! THAT WAS THE BEST ___________ EVER!" Nothing to rave about or write home to Mom. I was surprised after the fact that my mom actually told me this is a chain owned by the same company that owns Olive Garden and Red Lobster. That makes sense. I'm a little disappointed though, because I make an effort to find local / non-chain restaurants when we go on vacation, and I didn't realize Bahama Breeze was part of a restaurant megapoly.
(3)Scooter N.
While in Orlando you absolutely must try Bahamas Breeze! Great atmosphere wonderful service. The coconut shrimp are to die for! Had tilapia and burger. Both were very good. I will visit this restaurant on every trip to Orlando.
(5)Steve L.
I think everything has been said - so enjoy the pics of the food I posted!
(4)Shyrra B.
Not impressed. Great service. Terrible food and drinks. Ugh.
(2)JP H.
Ok so my review of Bahama Breeze is based on their food not their service. Location layouts are all pretty much the same. Tropical! Anyway the food is really good. I always get one of their steak dishes with seasoned potato's and veggies. It's always the same in freshness and quality. Their appi's are always pretty good and we always order 2 along with our dinner. The closest one to our place in Winter Park. it's about 7 miles or so on Semoran Blvd. When visiting the Orlando area you should give them a try, They have live music at night so it''s a nice plus when you are eating in their outdoor area.
(4)Umar B.
Had a great experience at this place while in Orlando.Great ambience and food has heaping portions and im not even talking about the main entrée but more like the appetizer which is like a meal in itself and the prices are decent.If the appetizers are very plentiful just how much the food you will get on the entrée.Great wait staff too but yes it does has too many tourists which is to be expected being that Universal Studios is right nearby as well as other theme parks so its obviously going to attract that crowd and it can get a little noisy but overall its a great place,when im in Orlando area again I will definitely come here again.
(4)Mike A.
I was in Orlando on business and I typically try local restaurants instead of chains. However, based on the great reviews I decided to give it a try, and I'm glad I did. I went mid-week toward the end of the lunch rush, and I was seated immediately. Typical tropical theme...bright colors, lively murals and Jimmy Buffet playing in the background. I half expected to see life-size statue of a pirate with a stuffed parrot perched upon his shoulder. Much to my relief, I either missed it or it wasn't there. It wasn't too loud at the time I was there, but I can see where this place would come fully alive at night. I started with the firecracker shrimp at the recommendation of my waitress. Delicious and plentiful. Enough for two people to share. For the entree, I went with the coconut shrimp. It came with yellow rice and I opted for the mashed sweet potatoes over the broccoli that was listed in the menu. I agree with previous reviewers that the coconut shrimp is good, but I wouldn't go so far as to say it is great. I've had my share of coconut shrimp, and there's nothing special about these. The sides were okay. When offered a dessert, I asked if they were made in the restaurant or at least locally. My waitress said the key lime pie was made in-house, so that's what I ordered. A slightly different twist from the usual (at least where I'm from) - it had a meringue. Wow - it was great. I can definitely recommend their key lime pie. All in all, a positive experience. The people were friendly, and the food was good.
(4)Alix K.
I'm 13wks pregnant and wasn't sure about tryin a carribean type food and spending money I may throw up. lol. But this place was very good. Jerk chicken is great! :) If you come to Orlando/Kissimmee, FL go here at least one night. And if you can, sit with Ernest - big, bald, sweet as pie & efficient waiter. We sat on the heated patio and got live music. It was mood setting and not too cheesy or gimmick-y. Which was a fear of mine when we got there. I loved the ambience and food. If lived here, would definately be a 'regular' night out option.
(4)Thien C.
Parmesan pork lion - awesome! Cuban sandwich - eh.' Caribbean jerk shrimp - delicious!
(5)Bill H.
I've eaten here a couple of times. Nice decor, good service. My Cuban sandwich was okay.
(3)Richard B.
Hard to go wrong with Coconut shrimp and fresh stone crab. They give you a generous portion of both, and after cracking your way around a pound of stone crab, you might actually feel like you lost calories in the deal.
(3)Michelle P.
Great food, although it isn't authentic island food. Jerk pasta? Great atmosphere to sit outside and eat/ have drinks/ listen to music outside on a warm evening.
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