Enzo's on the Lake

Italian restaurant · Longwood

Enzo's on the Lake

Italian restaurant · Longwood

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1130 S US Hwy 17 92, Longwood, FL 32750

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Elegant Italian with lake views, antipasti, pasta & veal  

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1130 S US Hwy 17 92, Longwood, FL 32750 Get directions

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1130 S US Hwy 17 92, Longwood, FL 32750 Get directions

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21 Best Restaurants in Orlando, Florida | Condé Nast Traveler

"Colorful, Picasso-esque paintings by one of the owner's mothers decorate the walls of Enzo's on the Lake, an Orlando icon since 1980. The restaurant does Italian classics to perfection; the Bucatini alla Enzo—simple noodles with prosciutto, mushrooms, and parm—is a longtime house favorite. Veal, Australian lamb, and cozze (mussels in a white wine and garlic broth) are all excellent, as well. The house antipasto and burrata cheese, served with grilled ciabatta, are tasty ways to start. For dessert, don't miss the house carrot cake." - Terry Ward

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Enzo's on the Lake, Longwood, Orlando, Florida, United States - Restaurant Review | Condé Nast Traveler

"Beautiful lakefront setting and Orlando's best Italian food The crowd All ages celebrating special occasions The drinks Strong wines and cocktails The food Sophisticated Italian fare The service Buttoned-up, knowledgeable, and on point" - Terry Ward

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Family-owned since 1980, Enzo’s pairs lakeside gardens with handmade pastas, old-school hospitality, and a deep cellar. Praised by local critics and named Best Longwood Restaurant by Orlando Weekly readers in 2024; still going strong in 2025.

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Anibal G. Reyes

Google
We went there for dinner for our first wedding anniversary and we had the most wonderful experience. The service, the food, the atmosphere. It was nothing but amazing. The pasta was delicious, the drinks were strong but very tasty, the view was gorgeous, and the service stellar! I would 100% recommend this place

ItsPerucho

Google
I took my wife for our First Wedding Anniversary and it was a Amazing Experience! From the valet parking, to the reception, to our table it was an incredible experience. The smell of the place it’s incredible! The attention to us and the rest of the guests around us was Impressive. The place looks incredible and cozy atmosphere. The food is delicious and everything is fresh! The lake is Beautiful! Highly recommend for unforgettable experiences! Definitely coming back!

Harry Gordon

Google
Wife and I visited yesterday for dinner. Great place, well decorated, staff was excellent. We also stepped out on the newly added bar patio. The food was outstanding, service from our waiter Brandon was top notch!

Sara Ann

Google
Such a hidden sweet gem right here in our backyard in longwood! We finally made it out to enjoy an anniversary dinner here and enjoyed this sweet little spot so much! The food was fabulous and fairly priced not crazy wild prices! We had 2 appetizers which we both loved the mussels! I had a Cesar salad which was okay. I probably would not order again but it was good. Then we got the halibut fish special which was amazing and the short ribs dish which was perfect! The sauce, the pasta, everything! We enjoyed 2 desserts and both were exactly what we needed to finish of the night right! The service is very casual here for a fancy spot but it was not bad service just casual for fine dining in my opinion.

Johnny Alamillo (The Roots and Stones)

Google
As someone who's worked at countless venues, Enzo’s on the Lake is one of those rare spots that just feels right the moment you arrive. The staff is incredibly welcoming — not just to the couple and guests, but to vendors too, which makes a big difference in how smoothly the day runs. The bartender kept the energy up and the drinks flowing all evening, and the cocktail hour finger foods? Honestly, some of the best I’ve seen — beautifully presented and actually delicious. Every detail, from the layout to the service, feels curated and intentional. It’s the kind of place that makes intimate weddings feel effortless, warm, and truly memorable — both to attend and to photograph.

Franchesca Burgo

Google
This is one of my favorite restaurants in Orlando. I come for lots of special occasions or just when I’m randomly craving it if there’s reservations available. Everything tastes fresh and the meals were coursed perfectly! Truly authentic! 😊

Dania Joseph

Google
Such a cute and charming spot--perfect for a special occasion. We came here for Mother’s Day and absolutely loved it. The restaurant is set in a former residence turned into a cozy, authentic Italian restaurant back in the 1980s, I believe! The Ravioli Della Casa which was stuffed with ricotta, chicken, and spinach was TOO good. Truly chef’s kiss! I ended on a sweet note with the salted caramel gelato, which was the perfect finish. Overall great service and awesome vibe!

Dawn Tola

Google
We had dinner there last evening: Saturday May 31st. It was out of this world. Our server was Ernesto and he was great. The food was amazing. We ordered short ribs and Zuppa Di Pesci. Delicious and prepared to perfection. We had Panna Cotta for dessert. Wow! We will be back!!
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Jess N.

Yelp
I'm from central Florida and this was my first visit to Enzo's. Do not be like me and let the outside/location fool you! They were packed on a Friday night. We had reservations, which I highly recommend. There is a bar in the front that you can order from while waiting to be sat. Our server suggestions was incredible and made sure we had the best night. We were all blown away by the food! Our table ordered the lamb, the carbonara, steaks and a vegetarian dish. For dessert we had gelato. Everything was amazing. I can't say enough good things about our experience except that we are looking forward to the next one
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David R.

Yelp
I'm rating this review somewhere between 3.0 to 3.5. Read on to know why. Enzos on the Lake! A classic Italian restaurant in terms of the vibe and setting (the restaurant is out of an old house that sits on lake fairy in Longwood and the menu has mainly traditional classic items). I had the opportunity to eat here twice in one week (Wednesday and Saturday) so I'll blend parts of both into this narrative! Both visits I was sat by the windows that overlook the backyard of this house. There is outside casual seating with live music (certain days) with the lake and sunset views just behind. I don't believe full service is offered outside. On the Saturday visit I requested a window seat and it appears the note I made on my reservation wasn't there anymore so we had to wait a little longer which was no big deal. Inside immediately to the left after the front door is a small bar area that you can walk up to and order a beverage that also provides drinks to the staff to take to tables. There is a small area to hang out but if you have time, I'd try and go wait outside in the backyard area. Side note: their Enzo's Old Fashioned is $25 and the only spin is they put in some Disarrano! Get any other drink and save yourself $10. Both times we were greeted by older servers that seemed both experienced and with the company for many years! We ordered a few appetizers that were ok (I've had better caprese and burrata) the tomatoes on the caprese were ok. We opted for the beef filet which was cooked well but not an impressive cut or large portion for $51 which comes with a few potatoes and broccolini. My other visit I had the mixed grill special which was underwhelming in portion (around 1-2 bites for each item) and the flavors were adequate. We of course went with the Enzo's cheesecake which was surprisingly not overly sugary and was softer cheesecake which on this visit was welcomed. All in all this was noticably a much more expensive experience compared, to say, another lakeside restaurant like Hillstone. I think Enzo's misses out on almost every comparison (views, style of restaurant, quality of food, price to value) unless Italian food is your defining factor in which venue to select. Enzos sold sometime in the last year or two and my guess is new owners have slowly increased cost. Check out Luca Turci, Romes Flavors, or even Prato instead.
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Dania J.

Yelp
Such a cute and charming spot--perfect for a special occasion. We came here for Mother's Day and absolutely loved it. The restaurant is set in a former residence turned into a cozy, authentic Italian restaurant back in the 1980s, I believe! The Ravioli Della Casa which was stuffed with ricotta, chicken, and spinach was TOO good. Truly chef's kiss! I ended on a sweet note with the salted caramel gelato, which was the perfect finish. Overall great service and awesome vibe!
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Kelly H.

Yelp
This was my first time at Enzo's on the Lake. I heard really great things about this restaurant. The atmosphere was the best thing about this restaurant. It's aged and on the water. The ceasar salads had a ton of dressing but tasted good. The carbonara tasted like pancetta. Would probably recommend something different. The fettuccini was great. The halibut was also nice, perhaps a little over cooked. The desserts were also nice. The service was nice. Brandon was very accommodating. Would I return? Maybe if it wasn't an hour long drive for us. We will likely not return but had a nice experience.

Samantha M.

Yelp
This is hands down one of my favorite spots! The homestyle Italian food is absolutely delicious. Pair that with the most stunning view of the lake and service that truly goes above and beyond, and you've got a perfect dining experience every time. Whether it's a romantic date night, a girls' dinner, or a special celebration in one of their private rooms or lakeside down back with live music, this place never disappoints. It's a gem in every way!
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Marcia C.

Yelp
Hands down one of the best dining experiences I've ever had! Food was incredible and so was the service. I knew this place would be good as soon as we pulled up and it was packed on a Wednesday night. Valet parking only btw. Quaint, charming building with a view of a lake. Our large group from work came in to experience their five course menu offering: Bread service, Pear salad, scallops, pasta, beef Wellington and tiramisu. All courses impeccably plated and the flavors were amazing. Every bite a treat and the meal was the perfect size. Our waiters were on top of everything. Pacing of the food was spot on. Can't wait to go back!
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Jason D.

Yelp
Went here for my best friends bday and to celebrate new years. She had been talking about going here for some time now. We were running late for our reservation and I called and they were very accommodating in moving it for a little bit later. Once we got seated the service was very good and waiter was very personable. The place is an old house that was transformed into an Italian villa with lots of windows overlooking the lake. Very cozy and rustic, we loved it. Now onto the food.....OMG. She got one of the specials which was a Chilean sea bass over polenta and green beans. The sauce was the star of the show, so good. I ended up getting the butterfly shrimp and cheesy risotto and broccoli. Again this was amazing as well. We split the tiramisu and each got the nutty Irish coffee. It was a great all around night. Very special. Unfortunately I did not get any pictures of the food. Only us!!!! Lol
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Mark R.

Yelp
Enzo's on the Lake is not related to Enzo's in Disney Springs, and that's a good thing. It reminded me of a few California restaurants with an old-school feel, solid food choices, excellent service, and charm from a previous era. One issue is the noise level, it was harder to hear the server or our dinner companions. It's not shouting level, but dampening the noise should be addressed. Our server was excellent, and she could hear our requests over the noise. I ordered the Dover Sole, which was the priciest item on the menu, being a special that was market price. It was the most tender, lightly flavored white fish with a light batter, and I was fortunate to take some home with me, for the dogs, yeah right. My spouse had the vodka penne, which she said was excellently prepared. Sadly, she took most of her entree home because she filled up on the Mozzarella Caprese, Caesar salad, and bread. Her father always gives the admonition; Don't fill up on the bread! She said that the bread and appetizers were so good she couldn't help it. One of our dinner companions felt that the Veal Scallopini was made to perfection, to quote Scollozo in Godfather I, try the veal, it's the best in the city. I will return and recommend this restaurant as a casual upscale alternative to other Italian restaurants.
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Mike B.

Yelp
Wow! Excellent Italian fare at this waterfront spot. The restaurant itself operates from what was formerly a lakefront house. White linen service, with tables placed far enough apart to mute conversation and not feel crowded even when every table full. We were seated at the window overlooking the lake, tranquil until a squadron of jet skiers took turns jumping wakes. Thanks to the double pane windows, the action on the water was a silent side show as we enjoyed our food. An extensive wine list accompanies a half dozen specials, plus the full menu. Service is professional yet relaxed - we weren't rushed. Orders, including special requests, accommodated with a flourish. Started with burrata. A ball of burrata is served surrounded in roasted tomato & garlic with a sprinkle of Kalamata olives and slices of crunchy grilled ciabatta. The cheese is luxuriously smooth and creamy, perfectly complemented by the sweet roasted tomato, salty olives and crunchy bread. I tried Fettucine al'Aragosta e Gamberi. Outstanding house-made fettucine is cooked perfectly al dente and tossed with alfredo sauce uniquely enhanced with saffron and green onion. Then topped with beautiful shrimp and lobster meat. They shrimp are huge, halved, curled and succulent. A nice crunch to each bite, they aren't rubbery or mushy. Lobster is a tad disappointing because it's more slivers than chunks but still sweet and tender, perfectly complemented by the rich, creamy sauce. YUM! I tried a bite of vegetable ravioli. House-stuffed ravioli are stuffed with a mix of perfectly seasoned mix of ricotta, chicken and spinach, then boiled to al dente perfection. Topped with a wonderful red sauce, slightly sweet and flavored with veal. Delicious! Also sampled Bucatini alla Enzo. Bucatini are thick, hollow spaghetti, served topped with a light cream sauce and then tossed with prosciutto, bacon, mushrooms and peas. It's a hearty mix with the distinct flavors of each ingredient in each bite. Bucatini is a unique texture - you're expecting spaghetti but it's hollow. Really good! Even though there was no room for dessert, a plate of cookies tops off the meal. Outstanding ginger snaps and powdered sugar wedding cookies were the perfect end to an excellent meal. Recommended!

William C.

Yelp
I don't normally go online for reviews, but I have to say I have not been to Enzo's in 20 years. I was so pleased that it was still fantastic. We drove from downtown Orlando to Enzo's worth the drive. We had Bucatini for my wife and I had the most wonderful perfectly cooked veal piccata The bread was fresh and we had chopped up garlic and olive oil to dip in our waiter's name was Rudy. He's been there 16 years and he was fantastic. We had a bottle of wine and we also had the cheesecake for dessert. Oh my Lord, how great was that ? I highly recommend you go to Enzo's
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Gaielle L.

Yelp
Was very good! A friend Mr. Sam Ravello took me years ago. I can't wait to come back to Florida so I can go there again.
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Rebecca D.

Yelp
This tucked away beauty is what fine dining is all about. From the moment you enter you are encapsulated by a romantic intimate dining room overlooking the water. Our waiter, Hector, was so charming and attentive. The food was sublime. From the burrata appetizer to the shrimp and mozzarella risotto entree, I enjoyed every bite. I can't wait to come back here for future experiences.
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Madison L.

Yelp
We were greeted with a door covered in rewards. Invited by word of mouth. Reviews looked good. Yikes. I will never be back. It's a cute building. Kitschy. Bad location though... Way better italian options in the area. Or even just go to olive garden. I so wish we had gone to olive garden. We celebrated my friends birthday here and what a disappointment. the tables were haphazardly pushed together and had a weird cushion? squishy and awkard. i feared my drinks would spill and my gf's drink DID spill. they also left all the empty wine glasses on the table throughout service. everyone else ordered cocktails. multiple ! give up on the bottle up sell. Service was VERY lackluster. Our server treated us like the bane of his existence. He couldn't even split a check. It would have been 4 checks for the table which. That's normal. He made it seem like the most difficult thing. Why complain. He got his auto gratuity. Speaking of service the looks and comments i heard from the the valet as we waited to leave... Inappropriate. Comments on our looks and homophobic behavior. keep it to yourself. drinks? good. hard to mess up a glass of wine. food? AWFUL. especially for the prices. i'm a disney gal. same price range. but disney with its quality is leagues better. which. you know. portions are small here. carpaccio was oily and like scraping residue off the plate. it was also doused in pepper. what it needed was some salt which wasn't brought for our friend who also ordered it waayyy later. also no bread or cracker to eat it with? burrata was awful. jarred sauce quality for the tomato. the bread was OILY and full of holes! also thin. the burrata its self? dry. i thought it was basically a ball of mozzarella on my plate. and the main entree.... goodness. it tasted like tap water! that's the only flavor i got. it was cooooolllldddd. so cold and dry. yet overcooked. pitiful amount of meat. our friends also complained about cold food. and the small portions.
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Julia S.

Yelp
The building is old, but the ambience inside is nice. The bathrooms are a problem though, because as a 5'1 woman why were my knees against the stall door while I try to pee? The appetizers were okay but the burrata was very disappointing. It wasn't juicy and creamy like it should be and it was also a very small portion. The carpaccio was okay, but definitely needed a little seasoning and should have come with bread on the side. We got one entree to share and the pasta was overcooked (for a $38 plate at a nice Italian place that is a problem). The pasta was not even lukewarm, but room temperature :( (again, $38 plate of food) My friends at our table said most of their dishes were cold as well. The pasta was dry and flavorless and there wasn't enough lobster or shrimp to justify that pricetag. Drinks were good , but you really can't mess up an espresso martini, so I'm not impressed The service was sub-par, not awful, but not good. No one checked to ask how everything was. Our server acted like splitting our checks was the hardest thing he has ever done. The one redeeming factor of the meal was the complementary cookies at the end. Those were amazing, Nonna made those herself! One other strange thing was the tables were uneven and squishy for some reason (definitely a hazard when it comes to drinks). I will never be back here; it was definitely a time
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Peachtra C.

Yelp
We enjoyed a wonderful romantic evening at Enzo's on the Lake . We made a reservation and we were seated shortly after our arrival. We were honestly still full from an earlier meal so we took most of our entree to go. We started with drinks and bread. Our first round of drinks were the mule and the Rosemary lavender smash . I loved that the straws were pasta noodles. our second round was the espresso martini and old fashioned. All the drinks were great. We then ordered an appetizer Bruschetta Mozzarella, it was so delicious & full of flavor ! For our entrees we decided on the Filetto Con Formaggio & Linguine e Vongole we took a bite, but as I stated before we were full so we let our amazing waiter know and he boxed and bagged our plates to go. He brought us over some complimentary homemade cookies that were delicious . I'm not a huge fan of ginger snaps but the ones here were spectacular. The ambiance is so Romantic . They have live music on the outside patio/bar area . So we walked out there after dinner and enjoyed some music while looking at the lake. It was a perfect date night. The staff , food , customer service & ambiance were great . We ate our entrees the next day and they heated well and tasted delicious. My pasta could have used a little more seasoning , but I still enjoyed it .
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Shirley F.

Yelp
Enzo's is a fine dining experience. Elegant, yet very homey. They have different dining areas that are very quaint and intimate. Many large windows to take in the beautiful outdoor scenery while dining. The selection of food is wonderful and the chefs definitely know what they're doing. Service is professional! They have a private terrace for customers and large groups. Even if you do not partake in the spirits, you MUST take a look see at their separate bar area, which is cozy and intimate as can be. If you great Italian food, you must treat yourself to this wonderful restaurant.
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Lindsey S.

Yelp
The only word that comes to mind is disappointed. We had been hearing about Enzo's for years and finally made it a point to go. Yes there is a smell when you walk in... I think what was more concerning was the wall of platters of food already set out when you walk in when they open? So they've already pre made all the antipasti apps? I asked to try a wine they sold by the glass. I was told I couldn't try it because there wasn't a bottle open.. so for $27 a glass I have to just hope I do like it? That was the first moment I realized this restaurant is not customer focused. The soup was fine, nice and hot. The meatball appetizer had a weird taste and wasn't actually hot.. more like barely room temp when it came. Our entree's were the carbonara and the short rib with "homemade pappardelle." Having been to Italy 10 times and had some bad carbonara in the states, this was not the worst. It's greasy, no soft egg sauce just bacon grease, onion and black pepper. The worst offense was actually my short rib. $64 dollars... one was just all un-rendered fat and the other I could barely even cut with a knife, oh and that home made pasta, like everyone else has said you get like 4 long noodles. There is no sauce, it's just the meat grease and some tomato. I hate to send anything back but this was just so disappointing and I couldn't even eat it. The waiter looked at me like he was surprised but at the same time we could tell it wasn't the first time he had heard it. We won't be back, there is no charm- but there is a nice view. After watching many of the staff and guests, this is not your cozy Italian family restaurant and definitely not high end Italian as their prices would try to suggest, the staff act like they would rather be anywhere else. To add insult to injury they hand you a plate of 4 not good cookies to ruin your appetite for anything else later. We would not recommend.
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Stephanie B.

Yelp
Had the pleasure of an office party here in the private room. Hector was a supremely gracious and professional server, he took such good care of our large group. The food was sensational! Loved the pasta course which was my favorite, penne alla vodka. The drinks , the wine, the atmosphere and the impeccable service have me putting Enzo's high up on the revisit list!
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Cheryl V.

Yelp
Orlando has some iconic places that people say you have to try. This place is one that has been talked about. I'm not sure why. The very first thing that hits you at the door is the "smell" of the restaurant. It's not a good smell. Although we had a gorgeous view, the view could not save this review. The drinks were fine. Hard to mess up a glass of wine and a vodka lavender smash drink. Our waiter was so disinterested in his job I had to actually ask if there were any specials. There were 3 of us so we each got something different to try. Short ribs...VERY pricy ($64) for 2 small ribs and just a tiny bit of noodles. Fettuccine with shrimp & lobster...very little fish and a completely tasteless cream sauce. Buccatini Alla Enzo...pretty darn tasty and plenty of pasta. We ALL wish we would have gotten that entree! When the waiter showed up with a funky bowl of powdery looking Parmesan cheese, we knew this was not a fine dining experience. I don't believe they actually make their pasta, either. Overall a pretty underwhelming dinner experience. This was a birthday dinner for my son. The cookies at the end were pretty good, but DO NOT WASTE YOUR $$$$$. There are literally 10 other "actual" legit homemade pasta Italian restaurants to visit. So disappointed that this place was as uninspired and smelly as it was. We won't return.
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Tina F.

Yelp
Amazing...food, service, and atmosphere. Highly recommend for a date night. Love that they had the area out back with live music. We will be back.
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Paul V.

Yelp
On the expense side, but one of the best Italian restaurants I've been in since living in the Orlando area. My wife and I spent $150 plus a $30 tip, but since it was our first time, I tried everything and we had a few boxes to go home with us. don't have a picture, but they had a broccoli and fontina cheese soup du jour which was outstanding.
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Lacey H.

Yelp
This is our go-to special occasion dinner place. The drinks are great, the food is high quality and delicious, and the atmosphere is beautiful. Highly recommend!
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Elizabeth L.

Yelp
Went to the bar since when I arrived they were getting my table ready and I tried the lavender rosemary and it was a really good cocktail! My server Ernesto was awesome his recommendation of the short rib pasta was delicious! And then for dessert I got the teramisu and it was so good! Ernesto also brought out some cookies and donuts to try!! Both was good too! I also got a cappuccino to go with my dessert! This place is on the pricey side but it was worth it excellent food and service!
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Juliette L.

Yelp
We came here on a double date. Our friends LOVE this place, so we were excited to try it with them. Our server was amazing, so knowledgeable and friendly. Our friends suggested splitting 2 pastas for the table as a starter. That was the best idea because it was the only things we enjoyed. We got the Penne alla Vodka, perfect sauce, and the Bucatini alla Enzo, another great pasta dish. The mains are where they lost my husband and me. I got the catch of the day. It was a snapper, my favorite ... but it was so over cooked, just bad. I should have sent it back but didn't want to insult my friends at their favorite place. My husband got the Beef Short Ribs Toscana. That was cooked well, but neither of us cared for the dish overall. It wasn't a horrible experience, but we spent a lot for not really enjoying our meal.
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Christien B.

Yelp
This is a hidden gem in Longwood. It just warms the heart and if you're a long time local like me; you know it's a true staple. The atmosphere feels like you've left the area and went to the most romantic date spot in a different town but you're still in central Florida. I highly recommend getting a drink and listening to music outside then going in for dinner. The service is impeccable and makes the experience even more enjoyable. Food! The bruschetta has the perfect combination of thick, rustic buttery olive oil bread with chunks of mozzarella cheese and cherry tomatoes. Worth every bite! We also tried the Penne alla Vodka which had great flavor. But the star of the show was the Linguine e Vongole, clams in a light tomato sauce with pasta. It was heaven in each bite and never felt heavy. Everything on the menu looked like perfection so venture out as nothing will disappoint. I can't wait to return.
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Vanessa L.

Yelp
This is such a lovely restaurant with a beautiful atmosphere. It's ideal for special occasions.My uncle proposed to my aunt at this restaurant many years ago.It is my favorite Italian restaurant.I haven't eaten this well since visiting Italy.This is the best Roman Italian restaurant in Orlando.It is my favorite restaurant as well.It is romantic.
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Ashley D.

Yelp
Amazing Italian food and dessert very romantic setting. Highly recommend for a nice date night.
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Veena C.

Yelp
Went here for an anniversary dinner. Beautiful views, clean facility, good drinks, good food, great service. we had an Italian margarita at the bar prior to our meal, which was enjoyable. My husband and I both enjoyed our entrées and wine. They also gave us a bunch of deserts on the house, I think because it was our first time there, and also because it was our anniversary. This would be great for a date night and to watch the sunset over a beautiful lake.
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Tom M.

Yelp
Had a great time at Enzo's celebrating our anniversary! The food is excellent, the service is kind and helpful, and the ambiance feels familiar and cozy - while still feeling like you're celebrating something special. We started with the meatballs - highly recommend! For the main course I went with the Bucatini alla Enzo which was delicious. Savory, hearty, and well balanced. For dessert we had the tiramisu and the Italian wedding cake. The tiramisu was perfect, exactly how my grandmother used to make it. Overall, Enzo's is a great place to have a nice dinner or celebrate a special occasion. The setting is in a repurposed house, and the style of cooking feels like elevated home-style, so it's perfect if you're looking for a place that's cozy while also delivering top notch food and service.

Charlotte K.

Yelp
Enzo's is an enchanting restaurant. The lovely scenery of flowers and the lake is charming. The pasta was delicious! Service was excellent and staff were cordial. A superb experience is waiting for you there!
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Kathy K.

Yelp
Great service, nice staff and excellent ambiance! Food was good too! The only problem was they didn't ask me how I want my steak and it was well done! I didn't bring up since these type of things happen
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Dan W.

Yelp
We hosted a wedding rehearsal dinner there last week. We were in the Dolce room. The service was perfect. Our guests loved Ugo and Moses. The food was a tremendous multi-course meal. The house wines were reasonable and delicious. I could not recommend this place enough!
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Raquelle R.

Yelp
I have really wanted to like this restaurant, so every few years, I try it again hoping it will be better. It's just okay... but unfortunately, not as good as it should be, considering the price and location. The restaurant gives off a bit of a pretentious vibe, which is okay sometimes but the food just doesn't match up so it ends up feeling more annoying than anything. The last time I went there was for lunch at the end of September 2022 and I left feeling underwhelmed. I noticed they had some empty tables near the windows overlooking the view of the lake, which remained empty the whole time we were there, but instead, we were seated in the middle of the room away from the window. It felt like The Caesar salad was tasty. My pasta dish was a "special" not shown on the menu but was described to me by the server as having a "meat sauce" but that was not quite true (see photo). Both my pasta and my friend's fish were just very underwhelming. See photo of the fish dish. They were nice to bring some complimentary cookies at the end of the meal. I can't complain about the service.
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Sheena M.

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We went for an ABBA concert, the back area is wonderful. I'd like to believe that the food would be better if you ate inside. The food was mediocre during the concert. They also ran out of non alcoholic refreshments which was unfortunate on such a warm afternoon/ evening. Ambiance was great, great seating wonderful views!

Lynette H.

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Restaurant is beautiful and food is excellent. Very nice place to bring family and friends.
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Melyssa F.

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We had never been here before, and we found out that they had just recently changed ownership! So I can compare the before to now. What I can't see is the upgrade to the outside is amazing. They have some different areas to sit and it's just such a gorgeous place to enjoy the outdoors and grab a drink. They are currently not serving any food outside and it is not dog friendly! The old-fashioned and sangria we're good. The food itself ... I can't say it's the best Italian food I've ever had but it is worth checking out if you live near and for the vibes.
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Linda R.

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What a wonderful restaurant -- upscale, romantic, waterfront ambiance with wonderful food and fabulous service. We took friends from out of town and enjoyed a window table with fabulous service from Elliott. We shared the buratta appetizer--creamy cheese, Kalamata olives, roasted garlic, plum tomato sauce and balsamic drizzle--to die for! For main courses, my husband had the linguini (house made!) with clams which was beautiful in presentation and even more delicious. I ordered the home made ravioli -- scrumptious! The bucatini that our friends had will be what I order next time. It was aromatic and (I was told) delicious. Elliott did the perfect job attending our table. He was attentive, informative and paced the meal perfectly. He well understood that we were there to "dine" and not just eat and run. A wonderful experience! Highly recommend Enzo's on the lake!
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Joshua P.

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Great Italian place! The vibe was great and lively on a Saturday evening. Need a reservation to get a table as this place gets busy. Great service and lots of menu options to choose from. The star of the show was the mushroom pasta, recommend to any and all! We also got the vodka which was good not great

Justin T.

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Just make a reservation and go. Don't overthink it. Attentive service, great building, fantastic dishes and then my wife and I took in some live music on the back porch overlooking the lake. Great spot to take your significant other for a birthday dinner, anniversary or just a date night.
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Jonathan M.

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My wife and I got married here exactly 1 year ago. We decided to celebrate our anniversary at Enzo's to relive the best day of our lives. We made a reservation for 7:00pm and went a little early to enjoy a cocktail. I got the Bourbon Basil Smash and my wife got an Aperol Spritz which we took into the garden area with beautiful views by the lake. We were called in and sat at the same table we had our wedding tasting, which was a pleasant surprise. Susan the manager greeted us and welcomed us back warmly as she was a vital part in our big day. She recommended several Chef specials and suggested wine pairings. I went with the Grouper and my wife had the short ribs. The meals were world class. We were also treated to a complimentary slice of Italian cake to end the night on a sweet note. Can't thank Susan and the rest of the staff at this restaurant. Can't wait to see everyone again soon!
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Mariana B.

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It was an amazing experience. The environment is beautiful, the lake, the sunset... Staff were very friendly and helpful. Meatball was delicious. Creamy burrata was good. Lobster bisque was too sour for me. Filete was very good. Carbonara ok. Enzo pasta was better than the carbonara, more flavorful. Chocolate sorbet was very good. Lava cake amazing, just like mine (recipe is on my YouTube channel) ;) They have complementary valet.

Nestler F.

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Considering a venue for your party? Don't hesitate to book Enzo's! We could not be more pleased with the service, food, and ambiance for our 50th Anniversary Celebration. The staff provided excellent communication, attention to details and desire to please. All the guests enjoyed themselves and remarked that the food was delicious. All in all, it was a stellar event made possible by Enzo's.
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Mike M.

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Service was incredible and the food reminded me of my trip to Italy. Only complaint happened to be 2 youtube streamers kind of distracting the entire restaurant and I wish they had moved them elsewhere or kicked them out for being an annoyingly loud and obnoxious. Fortunately they left before us allowing my family to enjoy their meal. After dinner it is nice to sit out back by the lake where they sometimes have relaxing live music to enjoy and a a gorgeous lakeside view.

Dave C.

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Always a pleasure to get over to Enzo's for dinner. They always service a good meal. The service is top notch and the ambiance has a homey feeling. Relaxing enjoyable dinner.

Adelina M.

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We arrived a little early but front desk was very accommodating. They even got us a better table near the windows. Service and ambiance great. Food arrived on time, the only minor complaint was the the 68 $ short ribs, the reduction sauce was so watery , ribs itself were great. Same thing with homemade Raviolis, sauce was so light and thin. Hopefully next time will get something different. Will be back again for sure.
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Todd H.

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Wife ordered a pork chop meal maybe a 30 dollar meal at best. Last second waitress returned and said they were out of the pork chop but suggested the veal chop to which wife agreed. Bill came and it was over 80 dollars. Would have been nice to know suggested replacement was over twice and close to three times the cost of original. Nothing on menu is over 60 so seeing a meal over 80 was a shocker. Sad as food and location are great but waitress was sneaky.
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Peter M.

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Love the ambiance, the food and the server. Everything was excellent.love the antipasto, bread and the fish. We will come back for celebration.
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Will R.

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Highly recommend this intimate and cozy atmosphere restaurant. Susan is phenomenal, The food is always made fresh with organic ingredients. Amazing service from the valet service to hostess.

Nancy R.

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Delicious food and wonderful wait staff. The waitress who served us on our last visit gave us a loaf of the tasty bread (from NJ) when we complimented it. We had a family birthday here and everyone was pleased. The burrata and mussels appetizers are exceptional. Expensive for the location but worth every dime.