Restaurants
Experience for yourself our entire collection of Lake Buena Vista restaurants, honored by Florida Trend Magazine as a "Top 500 Restaurant" in the 2006 Golden Spoon Awards Competition. Myriad choices, from the most casual poolside lunch at On the Rocks or a hearty breakfast at Cascades to a uniquely memorable dinner at La Coquina’s Chef’s Table - and every option in between - will tempt even the pickiest appetite. Our exciting and varied selection offers an amazing cornucopia of flavors, with styles to suit any occasion.
When it’s time to unwind, sample our signature “Papa Doble” at Hurricane’s Lounge, or relax in the comfortable atrium setting of Trellises.
Interested in private Lake Buena Vista dining? Room service is at your service 24 hours a day, for everything from business gatherings to romantic escapes.
If you are planning a special dinner while visiting Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress, we encourage you to take advantage of our E-Concierge service. Simply book your stay at www.hyatt.com, and request an email confirmation for your reservation. With it, you will receive a letter from our General Manager, detailing all you can reserve before you even arrive at the resort. Book a tee time or spa appointment, arrange for VIPs to receive a gift basket in their guestroom, or arrange an important dinner. You can take care of all the details, all from the ease of your computer.
La Coquina Chef's Table
A superlative dining experience is yours when you partake of our exclusive "Chef's Table." Guests dine inside the Chef's kitchen, looking on as the highly trained team of chefs prepares amazing culinary creations right before your eyes. This feast for all your senses will delight you with tantalizing scents, flawless presentations and exquisite flavors. Each of the seven courses of this sumptuous meal - featuring a menu that changes daily – is expertly paired with a superb selection of wines, designed to complement the flavor of the food. Celebrate special occasions, such as an engagement or anniversary while savoring such enticing dishes as:
- Lavender Honey Glazed Lamb Rack
- Hawaiian Tuna Tartare
- Seared Buffalo Tenderloin
- Confit Chilean Poached Sea Bass
La Coquina's Chef’s Kitchen feels like anything but a kitchen, providing an intimate yet exciting atmosphere for diners, with ambient lighting and softly playing music to create the perfect atmosphere for enjoying this unique and memorable dinner.
Hours:
Thursday through Saturday, seasonally September thru June
Reservations:
Advance reservations are required. For more information or reservations, please call 407-239-3853.
Parking:
Complimentary valet service or self-parking is available for dining guests.
Hours:
Thursday through Saturday, seasonally September thru June
Reservations:
Advance reservations are required. For more information or reservations, please call 407-239-3853.
Parking:
Complimentary valet service or self-parking is available for dining guests.
Hemingway's
Cuisine:
Fresh Sea Food
Alcoholic Beverages:
Hemingway’s offers a full service bar and extensive wine list
Dress Code:
Casual Elegant
Hours:
Open nighltly for dinner from 6:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.
Reservations are suggested.
Please visit opentable.com for reservations.
Treat yourself to delectable seafood in an authentic Key West setting. The restaurant honors the Key’s most famous resident with display of his favorite photos and fishing trophies. Hemingway’s proudly boasts the freshest fare from both sea and land. Soft lighting from hurricane lamps and four separate rooms offer spectacular views of the pool and private Lake Windsong, creating an atmosphere to make even the most casual get-together a special occasion. Commemorate a family milestone with our lobster crusted sea bass, paired with the perfect vintage from our extensive collection. “Wine and Dine” a new client while enjoying our signature Hemingway’s crab cake, or host a group dinner for all your colleagues with our Ribeye of Kobe Beef or whole Maine Lobster. Be sure to try our signature drink, “Papa Doble”, rumored to be Hemingway’s favorite drink ! Indulge your palate with any of our tempting choices, including:
- Ceviche appetizers – Grouper, Tuna, Shrimp
- Chowder of Fresh Conch – a Key West speciality
- Cold Water Sunberry Point Oysters
- Herb basted Diver Scallops
- Iron Skillet Oysters
Click here to view our entire menu.
Hemingway’s also offers a wide selection of wines, specialty tropical drinks and desserts, featuring Alaska style Key Lime pie and delectable dessert pairings!
Cuisine:
Fresh Sea Food
Alcoholic Beverages:
Hemingway’s offers a full service bar and extensive wine list
Dress Code:
Casual Elegant
Hours:
Open nighltly for dinner from 6:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.
Reservations are suggested.
Please visit opentable.com for reservations.
Sunday Brunch - La Coquina
Take advantage of the one most celebrated Sunday Brunches in the entire area. Styled as a French marketplace, this delightful brunch offers table after table of tempting fare. Set in the elegant dining room overlooking Lake Windsong, La Coquina is the perfect spot to begin an idyllic Sunday, whether you are visiting us for a ladies spa weekend, a golf getaway, a family vacation or business meetings. Guests will enjoy inviting selections such as:
Resort Casual-no shorts or jeans
Hours:
Sunday Seasonally September thru June 10:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Reservations:
Reservations are strongly recommended. Please call our Restaurant Reservations at (407) 239-3853.
- Fresh fruits and cheeses
- Steaming hot waffles and pancakes
- Made to order entrees
- A variety of pastas and salads
- Freshly prepared chicken and seafood dishes
- Succulent desserts
Resort Casual-no shorts or jeans
Hours:
Sunday Seasonally September thru June 10:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Reservations:
Reservations are strongly recommended. Please call our Restaurant Reservations at (407) 239-3853.
Cascade
Delicious and tempting menus are complemented by the lush decor of our main dining room. Relax to the soothing sounds of a waterfall from our impressive 35-foot tall mermaid fountain and the cooling trees of a magnificent two-story atrium, while taking in views of Lake Windsong and the swans floating in the lagoon. Serving breakfast and lunch daily, Cascades offers an intriguing selection of classics combined with new flavors, sure to become your new favorites. Joining us before heading to a meeting at our Orlando business hotel? Take advantage of Wi-Fi technology to check your email or finesse your presentation while enjoying a fresh breakfast smoothie or an omelet of your own creation. Come in from the sun for some of our chef’s lunch creations, such as refreshing salads or satisfying sandwiches. Sample all our offerings, including:
Cuisine:
Continental
Alcoholic Beverages:
Cascade offers a full service bar and extensive wine list
Dress Code:
Resort Casual, no tank tops or bathing suits, please
Hours:
Breakfast: Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Saturday and Sunday, 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon
Lunch: Monday through Friday, 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday, 12:00 noon to 2:00 p.m.
Breakfast Buffet: Saturday and Sunday, 7:00 a.m. to 12 noon
*hours subject to change.
- Breakfast in a Basket – Bacon and cheddar fried egg sandwich with roasted fingerling potatoes
- Breakfast Tortilla – Scrambled eggs, tomatoes, mushrooms, chorizo and Monterey Jack cheese rolled in a flour tortilla
- Strawberry Crepes – rolled with French cream and maple butter
- Poached Eggs in a Pot – over asparagus, spinach, ham and stewed tomato
- Wonton Wrapped Chicken Dumplings – with soy wasabi crème fraiche
- Crab Cake Caesar Salad – with parmesan dressing
- Shrimp ravioli – lemon butter sauce, roasted corn, pea tendrils and black pepper
Cuisine:
Continental
Alcoholic Beverages:
Cascade offers a full service bar and extensive wine list
Dress Code:
Resort Casual, no tank tops or bathing suits, please
Hours:
Breakfast: Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Saturday and Sunday, 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon
Lunch: Monday through Friday, 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday, 12:00 noon to 2:00 p.m.
Breakfast Buffet: Saturday and Sunday, 7:00 a.m. to 12 noon
*hours subject to change.
White Horse Bar & Grille
Our award-winning chefs have created the perfect combination of hearty cuisine and the ultimate sports bar, all in an upscale yet friendly atmosphere. Savor melt-in-your-mouth steaks or fresh salmon while cheering on your favorite team. Catch all the latest sports action with Direct TV and large screen televisions, accompanied by ice-cold beer or glass of wine from the extensive, meticulously selected wine list. Select from our expansive menu featuring:
Change seasonally. Please inquire when you check-in.
Click here to view our appetizer, entree and specialty drink menus.
- Florida Gator Tail – tempura fried with caper tarter sauce
- Escargot Stuffed Mushrooms – baked with herb butter and garlic
- White Horse Salad – mixed Florida greens with feta vinaigrette
- Filet Mignon – seasoned with garlic, cracked black pepper basted with herb garlic
- Seared Breast of Chicken – with pommery mustard sauce
Change seasonally. Please inquire when you check-in.
Click here to view our appetizer, entree and specialty drink menus.
Sushi Bar
Sample some of Orlando’s finest Sushi, freshly prepared by the city’s premier Sushi chef, Chef Asanuma Yoshio – or Chef Yoshi, as he is best known to local sushi connoisseurs. As the sole chef of our lobby Sushi Bar, Chef Yoshi cuts and rolls traditional delicacies and pours the best Saki in central Florida. The Sushi bar features Nigiri Sushi, Makimono, as well as a Japanese mirobrewery with six different kinds of Saki.
Hours:
6:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Monday - Saturday
Hours:
6:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Monday - Saturday
Palm Cafe
Looking for a casual spot to grab a quick bite and go? Visit Palm Cafe, our deli-style restaurant conveniently located on the hotel’s lower level. Choose to sit in the cool interior while gazing out through the walls of windows, or dine al fresco on our outdoor patio. Get ready for a fun-filled day of activity all around the resort with a breakfast sandwich, or take a quick break from a meeting with a pizza or burger. We also offer a variety of snacks to tide you over till your next tasty dining experience.
Please click here to view our breakfast, lunch and dinner menus.
Hours:
Open daily
Please click here to view our breakfast, lunch and dinner menus.
Hours:
Open daily
General Store
No time for a sit-down meal? Visit the General Store at our resort hotel near Disney World for a wide selection of prepared items, perfect to take along wherever you are headed. Whether you are getting ready for a day of sightseeing, visiting theme parks or just plan on never leaving the beach of Lake Windsong, you’ll find everything from cold beer and munchies to fresh fruit and frozen yogurt.
Nine18
Located at the Villas of Grand Cypress, the newest culinary addition to Grand Cypress Resort, Nine18, opened it's doors in October, 2007. Since 1991, the AAA Four-Diamond Black Swan Restaurant occupied this space with award-winning service and culinary creations. We are bringing back the same acclaimed service and complimenting an all new contemporary flavor to create Nine18... Orlando's newest upscale restaurant.
Click here for more information.
Click here for more information.
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