The wookie.
We visited Orlando’s for the first time tonight, even though it was 30 minutes from our hotel we still ventured to the restaurant. Despite passing many pubs and eateries on route, we weren’t disappointed!
If your looking for a romantic meal, with candles and ambience then this isn’t for you. If you want amazing food at a good price, a energetic atmosphere and entertainment then your in the right place. Orlando is a one man band running the restaurant and entertaining adults and the kids without any issue
Yes there’s kids, its family friendly! and yes Orlando will turn up at your table with a magic trick! Its a fun restaurant which when you leave you’ll talk about it for many meals to come and you’ll want to return with anyone who’s willing to come.
So we know its a quirky restaurant to visit. But what about the food well its amazingly good thats a start! its it’s relatively affordable bouns. We ordered the black pudding, chorizo and goats cheese which is as good as it sounds. Take three very none Italian ingredients and put them together. You suddenly have a starter that the food god himself put
Mains
pollo Mexican again not very Italian but by christ its one of the best chicken dishes ive eaten. Chicken, cheese, peppers, nachos more cheese outstanding! Literally a food heaven! Well done team Orlando for this magnificent creation. The mrs had peaches and chicken! Who thought of that? The idea alone is a fast no for me. However she loved it, every bite which tells me it must of been good.
Dessert we weren’t planning on it. But its not every day you see ‘chocolate orange dome' basically a jaffa cake flavoured cake. Which was beyond one of the best pieces of cakes I’ve eaten.
2.5 courses we shared the starter... two beers and two cokes. £57. That’s entertainment, world class food and a dining experience I’l probably never forget.
To top it off they had the local blonde beer on to, supporting the local guys i like that.
Team Orlando thank you so much for a very memorable meal.
from the couple from Durham.
christopher gittos
Lovely owner and his family and staff. Always great food and happy friendly atmosphere. Love going here before we go on holiday to put us in the holiday mood early. Thank you Orlando.
Richard Taylor
Think we have just found our favourite Italian restaurant! Great food, great hosts, magic combo in more ways than one. Thank you.
Richard Syrett
Food was outstanding as was the service. for a standard Sat lunch out staff really made the effort to make it extra special for us all but especially our 2 children.
Highly Recommended
Jamie Ellis
Genuinely the best restaurant I've been to in a long time! Not only was the food amazing but the staff were great too! Very welcoming!
We were seated outside as it was a warm night, it was lovely and a great place to sit! The meals were fast and prepared to perfection! Fun magic tricks thoughout the night that were actually quite amazing!
I would recommend this 1000% to anyone who wants a great night with a beautiful meal
Adrian Guy
What fantastic food, party of 6 adults and all thoroughly enjoyed their meals. The atmosphere is also a joy to be amongst whatever celebrations were taking place. I have to say food was left on some plates not because of poor quality but portions too much, anyway I came away with doggy bag and so looking forward to it for my tea today. I have no hesitation in recommending Orlando's as everything went perfect.
Louise Hepworth
A wonderful eating experience especially with children.
The food is lovely, freshly cooked with the chefs on display and the place is very clean.
Mostly it is the atmosphere of the happy friendly restaurant we go for. Orlando himself is the making of the place. He is so good with people, especially the children, he includes them with his chat and makes jokes and does little tricks, my daughter always chooses to go to Orlando’s.
Couldn’t recommend this place more highly.
Vicki Allison
Yet another beautiful meal here at Orlando’s, staff so attentive and friendly, great atmosphere, food absolutely gorgeous. Couldn’t wish for anything better. Looking forward to our next visit.
Alison Glendinning
Good place for families. The garlic mushrooms were a bit salty but loved the pasta. Lots of seafood in mine. Big portions. Staff very friendly and helpful and kept the kids amused!
Pseudo BorderScot
Another superb and entertaining dining experience at Orlando's. With three adults and a 3-year old, the welcome and service was once again excellent. The food was sublime and we all cleared our plates including the toddler! The proprietor Orlando had a great rapport with all his clientele, including our 3-year old. This includes Orlando doing truly magical close-up illusions and tricks at the table. We thoroughly recommend this restaurant to anyone who has not yet been to and experienced Orlando's. 👍
Micky
Quality staff and quality food magic bit much tho if I go out for a meal I like to eat without interuption
Matt Hayes
Overpriced and poor food. A restaurant which seems to focus more on the magic show than the food, We have visited twice and been underwhelmed on both occasions. The Food is average at best with overcooked prawns served both times we visited. On our 2nd visit we took the kids, both under 5 and it wasn't cheap, £5.50 each which consisted on 2 slices of pizza a small portion of fries, Only cordial also for the drinks. I doubt very much we will be returning
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