Border Grill Fresh-Mex is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Orlando.

1. Border Grill Fresh-Mex

8.8
5695A Vineland Rd, Orlando, FL
Mexican Restaurant · 87 tips and reviews

Axel E.Axel Escarcega: Everything here is authentic. Owner has been here 30 yrs, and it shows in the food. Sooo good. Also, try the horchata.

Veronyka C.Veronyka Cordero: Simply authentic and delicious. . Chimmi changa all the way!!

D'ArcyD'Arcy: Get the guacamole! Best we've ever had. Super friendly staff and this mom-and-pop style authentic Mexican hole in the wall.

Nile Ethiopian Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Orlando.

2. Nile Ethiopian Restaurant

8.6
7048 International Dr, Orlando, FL
Ethiopian Restaurant · 35 tips and reviews

Dave R.Dave Richard: Meat combination was good. You eat with your hands. Very authentic, I did not like the bread, though... It's very sour.

Jo W.Jo Wilson: Great independent authentic Ethiopian restaurant hidden among chain restaurants.

Crystal C.Crystal Clarke: Very authentic, great food!

Beewon Korean Cuisine is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Orlando.

3. Beewon Korean Cuisine

8.3
5100 Dr Phillips Blvd, Orlando, FL
Korean Restaurant · Grand Oaks Village · 16 tips and reviews

RossRoss: If you love authentic Korean food you should eat here. Grilled mackerel was excellent. We tried also kimchi stew and seaweed salad. Service and food were outstanding.

J R.J Rodriguez: Seafood/kimchi pajeon, kimchi soup and the bean paste soup were great! I also had Sam geop sal and the chicken Bulgogi which were also great! After living a year in Korea this was pretty authentic!

Christina S.Christina Suh Steele: Hands down BEST Korean food!!!! There are some true authentic dishes here that you will not be able to find in most Korean restaurants in the States!

Agave Azul is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Orlando.

4. Agave Azul

8.3
4750 S Kirkman Rd, Orlando, FL
Mexican Restaurant · Kirkman South · 146 tips and reviews

Nicole C.Nicole Carsten: Favorite place- great for dinner with family or happy hour with friends. Authentic upscale food at very reasonable prices. Awesome variety of specialty tequila! Quick service, wonderful wait staff.

Marcelo R.Marcelo Rios: There's nothing Authentic about this restaurant.I do have to say,guacamole was very good.The soup should've been called cumin soup instead of chicken.The flautas had a weird taste, maybe it was cumin

Brent H.Brent Howell: Fantastic authentic Mexican food. The decor is very nice. Try the fajitas. They are great.

Saigon Noodle and Grill is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Orlando.

5. Saigon Noodle and Grill

8.6
710 S Goldenrod Rd, Orlando, FL
Vietnamese Restaurant · 15 tips and reviews

Danny H.Danny Hoàng: One of the best Vietnamese Pho Noodle Soup for authentic preparedness with favorable aroma and delicious taste . Highly recommended !

Fei G.Fei Guan: Great authentic Vietnamese food!

Krystle N.Krystle Nguyen: Love starting my Sunday with a bowl of beef noodle soup.

Backhaus Bakery is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Orlando.

6. Backhaus Bakery

8.8
1213 N Orange Ave (at Alden Rd.), Orlando, FL
Bakery · Park Lake- Highland · 24 tips and reviews

RossRoss: Authentic German bakery and deli. Delicious pastries, breads and meats. In the basket by the window the day-old bread is half price.

John R.John R-A: The pastries are quite authentic and very good!

Paul A.Paul Aymat: This bakery is arguably one of the best in all of Orlando. The staff's energy is quite infectious and provides a more warm and inviting atmosphere for customers. Bought two breads today, can't wait!

The Greek Corner is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Orlando.

7. The Greek Corner

8.3
1600 N Orange Ave, Orlando, FL
Greek Restaurant · North Orange · 29 tips and reviews

Tom H.Tom HARWELL: They are friendly and the food is authentic and awesome. Lena is sweet and Stylianos is beautiful.

Carla C.Carla Camejo: Authentic greek food. If you are looking for something kind of healthy the gyro salad is an awesome choice.

John C.John Carter: Best authentic gyros around

Piazza Italia is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Orlando.

8. Piazza Italia

8.4
9685 Lake Nona Village Pl Ste 105, Orlando, FL
Pizzeria · Lake Nona · 8 tips and reviews

Jake H.Jake Horton: Amazing pizza and authentic Italian food!

MattMatt: Spaghetti and meatballs are great with a very flavorful red sauce. Pizza is very authentic as well.

Sarie M.Sarie Marie: New place, AWESOME ever since they opened! Fresh ingredients, fresh food Excellent

Mamak Asian Street Food is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Orlando.

9. Mamak Asian Street Food

8.2
1231 E Colonial Dr (at Shine Ave), Orlando, FL
Asian Restaurant · Colonialtown North · 29 tips and reviews

Leo L.Leo Loomie: Authentic small plates. Get the Char Kway Teow.

Nystrom N.Nystrom Nystrom: Don't be afraid to try the curry - it's not too spicy at all. The roti are a great way to kick off this journey of flavors that is manak. The Char Kway Teow is a great staple.

Lane K.Lane Kutsor: Loved the roti canai and the Malaysian coconut Kari. The nasi goreng Indonesia has an awesome spicy kick. Friendly staff. Happy hour 2:30-6 Monday through Friday.

Zaza New Cuban Diner is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Orlando.

10. Zaza New Cuban Diner

9.1
3500 Curry Ford Rd, Orlando, FL
Cuban Restaurant · Dover Shores West · 41 tips and reviews

Jeanine C.Jeanine Carr: Pretty authentic Cuban specialties. Love the cafe con leche!

reidreid: Get the Cuban sandwich. Very good, best I've had in Orlando. The fries are quite tasty, too.

Samuel M.Samuel Muñiz: Best Cuban café con leche and Cuban breakfast in town!

Leaky Cauldron is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Orlando.

11. Leaky Cauldron

8.4
Diagon Alley (Universal Studios Florida), Orlando, FL
English Restaurant · Universal Studios · 100 tips and reviews

Brett G.Brett Garwood: The cauldron actually leaks outside. Food was ok, but you go here for the experience and the hot butterbeer. Another very authentic location from the stories.

Jeremy F.Jeremy Fischler: Authentic scenery and the drinks aren't bad, either

Kris P.Kris Prokop: Scott eggs are wonderful- so authentic! Pretty pricey so watch your funds!

Quickly Boba & Snow is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Orlando.

12. Quickly Boba & Snow

8.9
3214 E Colonial Dr, Orlando, FL
Dessert Shop · Colonial Town Center · 12 tips and reviews

NoelleNoelle: They have so many options to choose from, at very reasonable prices. You must try out their mochi waffles!

Christopher P.Christopher Piazza: First time having Thai Tea & it was INCREDIBLE. the wings were crispy on the outside. The crawfish And spicy popcorn chicken are mandatory for first-timers. It's reasonably priced, quality food! 10.0

Layla J.Layla Jones: Quickly is one of my favorite spots to hit on a late night. Best to go around 5 to avoid long lines out of the door. Get the mochi waffle & also try their delicious fruit slush!

Spice Thai Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Orlando.

13. Spice Thai Restaurant

8.8
6125 S Semoran Blvd (btwn Bent Pine Dr & Lee Vista Blvd), Orlando, FL
Thai Restaurant · Airport North · 26 tips and reviews

Janid O.Janid Ortiz: Great, authentic Thai. Relaxed ambiance and attentive service.

Janid O.Janid Ortiz: Coconut shrimp for appetizer is delicious!!! The pineapple rice is amazing and the coconut ice cream with sweet sticky rice is delish. Need to come back soon!!

Jaysun D.Jaysun D: Everything is great here. Have to try the coconut ice cream with stick rice. Amazing!

Little Saigon Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Orlando.

14. Little Saigon Restaurant

8.6
1106 E Colonial Dr, Orlando, FL
Vietnamese Restaurant · Lake Eola Heights · 51 tips and reviews

Sean D.Sean Davis: Great authentic Pho. Went with some Vietnamese friends while they were in town great food.

Brian L.Brian Lord: If you try nothing else, you MUST get some summer rolls. Simply amazing.

Kris P.Kris Perdew: Best summer rolls this side of the Mekong Delta.

Mediterranean Deli is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Orlando.

15. Mediterranean Deli

9.0
981 W Fairbanks Ave (Adanson St), Orlando, FL
Greek Restaurant · 32 tips and reviews

S T.S Tz: I don't get it. It's fine. But the accoutrements on the sandwiches aren't very authentic. I think there's better in town.

Eris B.Eris Bellona: Love this place. Club rolls, gyro, dolmas, falafel and friendly staff

Dave N.Dave Nevill: Hello brother, how are you? My favorite place for a gyro. They are always great!