El Buda - Orlando

I arrived at the restaurant only to find it closed. I called the restaurant's number, but all I got was a disconnected message. I was really looking forward to our evening out, but we ended up having to find another place to eat before the concert.

The security guard at the building informed us that the restaurant has been closed for more than three months, and he mentioned that there are several attempts each night to access the closed establishment. Save yourself the trouble and choose a different place to eat—anywhere but here.

Situated just behind Hamburger Mary, this restaurant has a fantastic location. We've heard amazing things about El Buda, so we couldn't resist trying it out. The atmosphere is incredibly welcoming. Chef Treviño makes his way around to visit each table, showing great hospitality and treating diners to complimentary appetizers. The pork dumplings and duck nachos were absolutely spot on—perfectly balanced and surprisingly light. I followed up with the grouper ceviche, which featured plenty of fresh, local Atlantic grouper without being heavy. The short ribs are truly the best in town. From November to December, they offer a 2-for-1 deal, along with free appetizers every night. Be sure to make your reservations online—you won't want to miss this gem! It's simply the best!

The building management informed us that the restaurant has been closed for over three months and that there have been several attempted break-ins during the night. It’s best to avoid the hassle and dine elsewhere.

The Dizzy and Duck Nachos were absolutely perfect—flavorful and well-prepared. I followed that with the grouper ceviche, which was expertly crafted with plenty of fresh local Atlantic grouper. For the main course, the short ribs were truly the best I've had in town. If you’re planning to visit, take advantage of their November and December promotion: buy one get one free meals, along with complimentary appetizers in the evenings. Be sure to make your reservations online—you won't want to miss out on this gem!