The Rat Trap

[QUOTE=Camera3;2491554]Who would have thought this would be a tread -- talking about steaks and restaurants.

I do miss Barney's. That was some cut with a fork steak. But my favorite steak of all time, and it was from a chain, go figure, was the Kensington Club at Steak and Ale.

That 3-cheese potato sounds tempting. I guess I have to go fight the crowd at Universal to try that out.

Between you and me, I really do not go to Ruth's Chris unless the client insists. You are right on Morton's. I go there all over the country plus the others in that chain.

C3.[/QUOTE]In Orlando nothing beats Linda's La Cantina.

Vito's Chop House on I-Drive has some awesome steaks. I worked there many, many moons ago as a server. Every single night I heard two-three diners say it was the best steak that they ever had. Their bone-in Ribeye is incredible. They are expensive but not quite as high as some of the other restaurants that have been mentioned.

Bring in your own bottle of wine and you only have to pay a small corkage fee.

They are way better than Ruth's Chris Steak House. You can take that to the bank.

Another superb option is Vines on Restaurant Row. The steaks (Japanese Kobi beef) are incredible and so is the talent of women in their bar. Bring your wallet and bring it heavy because their per person check average is nearly two hundred bucks. Yeah, no shit. The amazing wine list is what drives up that per person check average. You can go there during Happy Hour and get half price drinks and half price bar appetizers. That does makes it quite affordable if you're not doing a full dinner. The parking lot is full of Bentleys, Ferrari's, Jags, etc. A Mercedes parked there is considered a poor person's vehicle.

I go by the Sentinel's suggestions and runner up for steaks was Stefano's Grill, this is a mom and pop and has the best steaks I have ever had. Very under the radar but they win awards left and right because its amazing food. Scratch Kitchen says everything about a place in my eyes.

[QUOTE=JustAGuy5;2491265]On the topic of steak houses, because I love them. Ruth's Chris is one of my least favorite. Each time I've had a negative experience.

For a chain steak house in Orlando, I'd recommend The Palm. Yes it's in the touristy hard rock hotel but drinks, steak & service have always been on point. Their 3-cheese potatoes are to die for! You can also go down to the bar in the hard rock after for some drinks and sometimes live music.

Second from The Palm on the topic of chains, I'd recommend Morton's. Especially if you love onion bread, their bread is awesome!

For the best steak I've had in Orlando, visit Christner's (used to be Del Frisco's).

If you're looking for a little more unique cuisine outside of the typical steakhouse offerings, check out Bull & Bear at the Waldorf Astoria.

Outside of steakhouses, my new favorite restaurant is hands down Highball & Harvest at The Ritz. Especially if you love all varieties of whiskey, this is your place to go!

Now I'm hungry![/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Swaganna;2488222]Once upon a time a sweet granny was taking her best friend to work, surprisingly they noticed a news van parked across the street and they had a crime scene van as their company right next to them. Grandma swag and Queen beotch thought something must have happened. Shortly after Queen Beotch noticed a nerdy AA come out of van and to her surprise walked right to her place of employment where he tried to spark a conversation and was really Interested in knowing if she liked to party. Can we say stuck on stupid. Seriously the corruption is getting old.

Swag out.[/QUOTE]Savanna who was that dirty nasty meth mouth beitch that I saw in your parking lot yesterday trying to pretend to be your friend. Who was that?

By the way I had a fun time with you yesterday in Daytona! But that meth ho was sickening!!

[QUOTE=AncientOne;2491365]YragYrag your incredibly brilliant posts including posters of the losers we love to hate. Grandma Swags and Sissy Chrissy. Have gotten under their skin! Keep it up even if it means you will soon displace me as # 1 on Sissy Chrissy list of mongers he hates most![/QUOTE]Hey AncientAss, where you been pussy? I am seriously beginning to think that you are GAY as well. You constantly suck GAY MIDGET balls like he is your hero. LOL. You are still my number one beitch asshole! I like to think of you, GAY MIDGET, pimp bishop and Just Jenna as a bed bug that no matter how many times they are squashed they just keep coming back! CTFU! Savanna is a female AND has more brains and intelligence than you clowns! PORKY aka Just Jenna is among the worst of the worst. My job will not be complete until I warn every monger in Orlando about her FAT ignorant ass! She is pure scum! Just like all of you.

Checkmate.

Is on my grill at home. Secret marinade to add a touch of smoke and a seasoning to die for. Did I mention I cut straight from the loin to the grill? Can't get any fresher than that. Cooked to a perfect medium rare topped with sautéed red onions and mushrooms in a garlic butter sauce. It's like having a dream with dahlia but for your palate. It's damn good.

Most every chain has frozen steaks at some point. Just sayin. Peace out. That would be fun a bbq with some choice fine ladies of this board. Hmmmm have to think about this one.

Best I've ever had is at Berns in Tampa. They are ranked top 10 in a great deal of food shows and publications. The dessert room is also amazing.

And a huge ass wine cellar. Best steak tartar I have ever had.

I wonder if the gentleman from Crime Hills will drive his Yugo to Daytona to pick up the lady and drive to Tampa for that world class steak? Round trip is about seven hours in the car. I hope the AC works.

C3.

[QUOTE=Fsugrad;2491850]Best I've ever had is at Berns in Tampa. They are ranked top 10 in a great deal of food shows and publications. The dessert room is also amazing.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=SmurfTaint;2491685]I go by the Sentinel's suggestions and runner up for steaks was Stefano's Grill, this is a mom and pop and has the best steaks I have ever had. Very under the radar but they win awards left and right because its amazing food. Scratch Kitchen says everything about a place in my eyes.[/QUOTE]Isn't that place in Dr Phillips and has the dark tinted windows? I've passed by it on my way home. I may have to stop by there.

Morton's have been my go to place for steak and a nice red wine. I also agree with the gentleman who mentioned Vine's as a very nice spot. Great food and drinks to go along with a very good live band. I always bring out my luxury vehicle from the garage whenever I go there.

BG111.

Enjoy this. It says it all.

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SG51.

'K' Restaurant in College Park, kick ass dining. I dine here regularly. I've also indulged in their Beef Cheek, Elk and Duck all top notch.

Though be warned the filet is $38 bones, so bring your coin, though still alot cheaper than my beloved Wagyu.

[QUOTE=Swaganna;2492993]" I don't know how to make songs like that, I don't know what words to use.

Let me know when it occurs to you.

While I'm ripping any one of these verses diverse as you" let me know when it occurs to you.

While I'm ripping any one of these verses diverse as you.

It's curtains, I'm inadvertently hurtin' you.

How many verses I got to murder to, Checkmate You little guy midget.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Swaganna;2492982]" I don't know how to make songs like that, I don't know what words to use.

Let me know when it occurs to you.

While I'm ripping any one of these verses diverse as you" Eminem.

Checkmate You little guy midget.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Swaganna;2492793]I hear meth Queens man K loves 38 specials.

Checkmate.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Swaganna;2492777]I know right, funny meth mouth had me come get her purse the same night her manager's wallet was stolen And she went from broke to having her rent money the same night.

Checkmate.[/QUOTE]How I so love your verses from a Goddess!! Gay Midgets are always LOSERS! The meth queen will never in her ugly meth mouth find a FRIEND like you Savanna! You did everything for that nasty ass. Rides to and from work, help around the houses and many other thing you did for her. She and all the other douche bags will need you a lot sooner than you will EVER need them baby. You amaze me every single day and I for one am very thankful that I have you as my best friend.

You seem a little quiet these days Porky. Maybe I was too hard on you. Looks like I won by TKO!! LOL!! Now you will say how busy you are and blah blah blah but just know I have zero sympathy for you Porky. The fake reviews, the multiple user handles, the glamour shot photos have all caught up to you. Like my dear friend Savanna told me the other day, YOU Porky are your own worst enemy / Constantly putting people down and putting there neighborhoods down and you non stop shitty attitude and being a phony person. I have always said you were a LOSER and I was right and no one here believed me on this board except my dear friend Savanna. So again I hope your FAT ass stays gone and not return. No one will miss you Porky.

Checkmate.

My NEW name for you will be The QUEEN of Orlando! I think that new name fits you perfectly!

Besides you Orlando really does suck balls! With the exception to my lovely community in good ole Pine Hills!!

It has been almost a yr since I gave up meat but the palms did have a banging steak. Possibly the best I have ever had. They have awesome prime rib and crab cakes too.

Those chessy potatoes are off the hook.

Nothing like a good salad, a quality potatoes, and large side of cottage cheese covered with black pepper with your steak.

On that note I do still eat seafood. Where do you think has the best around? Especially crabcakes.

Xoxo.

Paige.

There seems to be a little rumor that feelingfrogy has started walking again. We haven't seen much from her in the way of ads lately (January / February 2015) but heard that she might be back to strolling. Hard to believe but, hey, hopefully just a temporary situation but then again rates might be lower if so. She always loved car dates. OBT?

[QUOTE=PaigeSweetStuf;2493260]It has been almost a yr since I gave up meat but the palms did have a banging steak. Possibly the best I have ever had. They have awesome prime rib and crab cakes too.

Those chessy potatoes are off the hook.

Nothing like a good salad, a quality potatoes, and large side of cottage cheese covered with black pepper with your steak.

On that note I do still eat seafood. Where do you think has the best around? Especially crabcakes.

Xoxo.

Paige.[/QUOTE]There are three seafood restaurant's in Orlando that I tend to favor. Narcoossee's at The Grand Floridian and The Oceanaire Seafood Room on I-Drive.

These 2 are a little pricey but worth it. A more budget friendly option with a mom and pop atmosphere is Julie's Waterfront on Orange Ave.

[QUOTE=PaigeSweetStuf;2493260]It has been almost a yr since I gave up meat but the palms did have a banging steak. Possibly the best I have ever had. They have awesome prime rib and crab cakes too.

Those chessy potatoes are off the hook.

Nothing like a good salad, a quality potatoes, and large side of cottage cheese covered with black pepper with your steak.

On that note I do still eat seafood. Where do you think has the best around? Especially crabcakes.

Xoxo.

Paige.[/QUOTE]Undoubtedly at Christners (formerly Del Frisco's) on Lee Road. For that matter, their steaks or at least their NY strip steak is the best in town.

Ocean Prime or Big Fin on Restaurant Row (Sand Lake), and Dragonfly for sushi.

But, the best crab cakes in Florida are in Tampa at Michael's Grill.


[QUOTE=PaigeSweetStuf;2493260]It has been almost a yr since I gave up meat but the palms did have a banging steak. Possibly the best I have ever had. They have awesome prime rib and crab cakes too.

Those chessy potatoes are off the hook.

Nothing like a good salad, a quality potatoes, and large side of cottage cheese covered with black pepper with your steak.

On that note I do still eat seafood. Where do you think has the best around? Especially crabcakes.

Xoxo.

Paige.[/QUOTE]

Speaking of great seafood and Tampa, there used to be a place on the Southern end of 22nd Street Causeway that had the best crab rolls. We used to go by on a road trip through that area and pick up a bag of those things and just make ourselves sick as we drove. I think they went away when the causeway.

I do miss Shell's. And I have not found anything out there as good. High Tide Harry's runs a close second but I bet there is better. Any suggestions from anyone about who has fresh sea food?

C3.

[QUOTE=FLAdventurer;2493499]Ocean Prime or Big Fin on Restaurant Row (Sand Lake), and Dragonfly for sushi.

But, the best crab cakes in Florida are in Tampa at Michael's Grill.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Camera3;2493609]Speaking of great seafood and Tampa, there used to be a place on the Southern end of 22nd Street Causeway that had the best crab rolls. We used to go by on a road trip through that area and pick up a bag of those things and just make ourselves sick as we drove. I think they went away when the causeway.

I do miss Shell's. And I have not found anything out there as good. High Tide Harry's runs a close second but I bet there is better. Any suggestions from anyone about who has fresh sea food?

C3.[/QUOTE]Yes the place was called uncle eddies Tampa best Cuban sandwich and devil crabs in town.

High Tide Harry's is def the best for a quality seafood meal on a budget. Their crab cakes are surprisingly good. Love their buffalo frog legs!!

I really like the Oceanaire on IDrive. They have some awesome baked alaska for dessert too!!

All this talk is making me hungry. Might have to hit up hit up high tide's for lunch!

Stay safe.

Xoxo.

Paige.

[QUOTE=Camera3;2493609]Speaking of great seafood and Tampa, there used to be a place on the Southern end of 22nd Street Causeway that had the best crab rolls. We used to go by on a road trip through that area and pick up a bag of those things and just make ourselves sick as we drove. I think they went away when the causeway.

I do miss Shell's. And I have not found anything out there as good. High Tide Harry's runs a close second but I bet there is better. Any suggestions from anyone about who has fresh sea food?

C3.[/QUOTE]

So, the owners of Michael's Grill in Tampa on N. Dale Mabry used to run a Shell's but their food is so much better. Try it.

As for seafood in Orlando, and normal pricing, I absolutely love Boston's out on the east side. Can check out NaNa and have some awesome seafood on the same trip! That would be a great afternoon in my book.

[QUOTE=Camera3;2493609]Speaking of great seafood and Tampa, there used to be a place on the Southern end of 22nd Street Causeway that had the best crab rolls. We used to go by on a road trip through that area and pick up a bag of those things and just make ourselves sick as we drove. I think they went away when the causeway.

I do miss Shell's. And I have not found anything out there as good. High Tide Harry's runs a close second but I bet there is better. Any suggestions from anyone about who has fresh sea food?

C3.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=PaigeSweetStuf;2493260]
On that note I do still eat seafood. Where do you think has the best around? Especially crabcakes.
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[QUOTE=FLAdventurer;2493499]Ocean Prime or Big Fin on Restaurant Row (Sand Lake), and Dragonfly for sushi.
But, the best crab cakes in Florida are in Tampa at Michael's Grill.[/QUOTE]For me, I'd recommend Big Fin, Eddie Vs or High Ball & Harvest's appetizer with friend green tomatoes is also delicious. I've had mixed experiences at Ocean Prime & Dragonfly.

[QUOTE=SmurfTaint;2491685]I go by the Sentinel's suggestions and runner up for steaks was Stefano's Grill, this is a mom and pop and has the best steaks I have ever had. Very under the radar but they win awards left and right because its amazing food. Scratch Kitchen says everything about a place in my eyes.[/QUOTE]I've never been to Stefano's Grill but it looks like I may be visiting soon!

Also, thanks everyone else for the great restaurant suggestions! I'm looking forward to trying out some of the restaurants listed. We may need a new forum "Restaurant Reports".

[QUOTE=PaigeSweetStuf;2493260]It has been almost a yr since I gave up meat but the palms did have a banging steak. Possibly the best I have ever had. They have awesome prime rib and crab cakes too.

Those chessy potatoes are off the hook.

Nothing like a good salad, a quality potatoes, and large side of cottage cheese covered with black pepper with your steak.

On that note I do still eat seafood. Where do you think has the best around? Especially crabcakes.

Xoxo.

Paige.[/QUOTE]It's a churrascaria in Puerto Madero down by the water. All churrascaria's have salad bars (don't think Soup er Salads, this is really nice) and then the waiters bring different cuts of beef on skewers and serve it at the table. They will keep bringing it until you explode or tell them to stop. The bondeola is really great, but the best is the cabrito.

After dinner have the volcan de chocolate why cafe.

Recisimo!

A2.

I am a sucker for this type of place. In the USA they tend to be called Brazilian Steak Houses. My favorite for this, though, was in Nairobi, Kenya, where they included emu, crocodile, zebra, water buffalo and other exotics. All tables are outside overlooking the Nairobi Game Preserve. I can eat myself sick at a place like that.

C3.

[QUOTE=Admin2;2493709]It's a churrascaria in Puerto Madero down by the water. All churrascaria's have salad bars (don't think Soup er Salads, this is really nice) and then the waiters bring different cuts of beef on skewers and serve it at the table. They will keep bringing it until you explode or tell them to stop. The bondeola is really great, but the best is the cabrito.

After dinner have the volcan de chocolate why cafe.

Recisimo!

A2.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Admin2;2493709]It's a churrascaria in Puerto Madero down by the water. All churrascaria's have salad bars (don't think Soup er Salads, this is really nice) and then the waiters bring different cuts of beef on skewers and serve it at the table. They will keep bringing it until you explode or tell them to stop. The bondeola is really great, but the best is the cabrito.

After dinner have the volcan de chocolate why cafe.

Recisimo!

A2.[/QUOTE]There are several places like this in Orlando, my favorite is Nelore in Winter Park. They often have weekend specials for lunch and dinner, which makes it a bit more affordable. The traditional Brigadeiro is a must have for dessert.

In the states, not sure anything can match Chima in Lauderdale....

[URL]http://www.chimasteakhouse.com/[/URL]

[QUOTE=Camera3;2493713]I am a sucker for this type of place. In the USA they tend to be called Brazilian Steak Houses. My favorite for this, though, was in Nairobi, Kenya, where they included emu, crocodile, zebra, water buffalo and other exotics. All tables are outside overlooking the Nairobi Game Preserve. I can eat myself sick at a place like that.

C3.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Camera3;2493713]I am a sucker for this type of place. In the USA they tend to be called Brazilian Steak Houses. My favorite for this, though, was in Nairobi, Kenya, where they included emu, crocodile, zebra, water buffalo and other exotics. All tables are outside overlooking the Nairobi Game Preserve. I can eat myself sick at a place like that.

C3.[/QUOTE]Last yr. The Mrs. and I flew to Australia. Spent some time in Sydney and then Cairns for some barrier reef action.

Tasted some crocodile but pretty much the same as gator, but the real surprise was Kangaroo. If I didn't know I probably would have just thought it was beef. Similar look and texture, but a bit less flavor, still very tasty though and seemed lean.

You guys are pretty much out of my budget, but every once in a while I will hit a high end restaurant. Normally when I want a good steak and a baked potato, I go to Texas Roadhouse for the early bird special and then I still have a few bucks left in my pocket. It is cool reading about all of these exotic places you all have been to.