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Much like the classic dinner and a movie pairing, steak houses and date night just go together. So, while we were sad to see Norman's at The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes close after such a long run, we were excited to learn of the new steak and seafood concept, Knife & Spoon, taking its place.

And, just last week, we got a sneak peek during a hosted dining experience ahead of the grand opening this Wednesday, October 7. The bright, open space invites you in for a date-worthy experience at one of Orlando's most luxurious resort properties.

Opening a restaurant in the midst of a pandemic is no small feat, but the team has risen to the challenge. It feels good to have something to celebrate. And, judging by the enthusiastic energy shared amongst the entire staff, we aren't alone in our excitement.

The kitchen is helmed by award-winning Chef John Tesar (also a two-time contestant on Top Chef) and Chef de Cuisine Gerald Sombright (also a Top Chef contestant).

THE MENU

This is no ordinary steakhouse; the menu is comprised of a selection of mouthwatering seafood dishes and premium cuts of steak, each dry aged in house. 

Speaking of the steaks, they're portioned for sharing at 32 oz. each. Meat lovers will be in heaven savoring the day dry aged bone-in ribeye or New York strip. Additionally, couples can choose from 60, 90, and day dry aged cuts. There's a classic filet on the menu, too.

Other menu highlights include:

• Raw selections including oysters by the 1/2 dozen
• Savory salads (we loved the Knife Wedge)
• Lightly cooked seafood including scallops and Maine lobster
• Hearty pastas
• Indulgent sides like the Johnny mac & cheese made with Vermont cheddar and Cabot cheddar, and charred cauliflower
• Decadent desserts including the caramel (dulcey mousse, mango crémeux, hazelnut crunch, caramel popcorn and bourbon caramel ice cream) and lychee (white chocolate and vanilla mousse, lychee panna cotta, strawberry mint sorbet)

Browse the menu here (subject to change).

DRINKS

The cocktail program is equally impressive, offering everything from the restaurant's spin on an Old Fashioned to the light and refreshing The Highland The former is made with The Ritz Carlton's Barrel Select full-proof Bourbon and the latter is a sangria-esque concoction made with mastiha (a Greek liqueur), lemon juice, sangria syrup and ginger beer.

The sommelier-curated wine menu features an extensive selection of wines available by the glass and bottle. 

AMBIANCE

Upon entering the Knife & Spoon, you'll be greeted with a lively bar and lounge area, perfect for pre-dinner drinks.

The dining room features an open kitchen, light colors and an inviting but upscale vibe unique from the sultry and dark atmosphere of typical steak houses.

Most of all, we loved the creative touches throughout the entire dining experience.

For example, if you order coffee at the end of your meal, it comes accompanied by a mini dessert platter of bite-sized treats. And for gin lovers, the cocktail cart will be making its rounds inviting guests to craft their own Gin & Tonic. Desserts dusted with gold flecks add a taste of luxury to the meal's end.

Overall, this is a must-add to your date night rotation, perfect for special occasions or just because.

DETAILS + RESERVATIONS

Knife & Spoon
Located inside of The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes
Central Florida Pkwy
Orlando, FL

Hours:
Open for dinner Wednesday – Saturday pm

Reservations are available now via Open Table.

Disclosure: Grande Lakes Orlando is one of our valued advertising partners. This meal was provided at no cost to the writer.

Knife & Spoon, the much anticipated restaurant that replaced the estimable Norman’s at the Ritz-Carlton, opened on Wednesday. Not surprisingly, its delayed debut was not caused by construction slowdowns but rather the pandemic that has affected so many restaurants. The upside, if pandemics are allowed to have an upside, is that the developers were able to engineer the space to meet safety protocols rather than having to retool, as so many other restaurants have done.

The knife of the name is an actual knife, a rather impressive Sambonet in this case, and signifies the steak specialty of the menu. Given the quality of the meat, however, an instrument with such a honed blade might be considered – you should pardon the expression – overkill. But we’ll come back to that.

The spoon of the name is not a spoon, or at least not a spoon found on polite tables. Instead, it references a fishing lure known as a spoon, which then leads to the seafood offerings. (More ancient mariners would tell you to look for largemouth bass, salmon or trout on a list of spoon-caught fish, but I saw none; it’s a clever name nonetheless.)

The Knife is also a nod to John Tesar, the Dallas chef and restaurateur, who owns Knife-named restaurants there. His accomplishments, as listed on the Knife & Spoon webpage, include being the pseudonymous Jimmy Sears in Anthony Bourdain’s “Kitchen Confidential”; appearances on the Today Show and Top Chef; and being “famously entangled in a feud with Dallas food critic Leslie Brenner.” That feud, which included a negative review from Brenner and Tesar’s two-word response, happened in , so maybe it’s time to let it go.

This would be a good time to tell you that I was invited to experience a preview dinner before the restaurant’s opening to the public.

So then let’s talk about that meat.

Most of the beef is sourced from 44 Farms, a Texas producer, and all of it undergoes dry aging, some as long as days. You’ll want to plan ahead for that one, and stop by the ATM: The day bone-in ribeye fetches more than a dollar a day in the aging room, selling for $ for a ounce cut. And yes, as with most upscale steakhouses, side dishes are extra.

Other steaks may have been sitting around for , 90, 60 or 45 days. Succinctly, dry aging removes moisture and causes a concentration of flavor and a natural tenderization.

I made do with a relative newcomer to the aging box, a ounce bone-in ribeye aged for 45 days. And it would be hard to imagine a better, more buttery piece of meat; a simple, unserrated table knife would have cut it. The steak was presented with the bone but the meat had been removed, sliced and fanned on the large platter. It was cooked perfectly – I will forever carry a photo of this steak to other steakhouses to demonstrate what a medium-rare steak should look like. The seasoned crust had a gorgeous sear and the red center was delightfully warm.

A ounce steak could easily serve two people, something you may want to consider when you see the $ price tag.

To experience the seafood part of the concept, I ordered the smoked sturgeon headcheese, because how can you not order smoked sturgeon headcheese? This is a dish Tesar featured at a former Dallas restaurant that you’ll be interested to know was called Spoon. Instead of pork (and without the use of a pig’s head), this dish features brined fish chopped and cooked in a dashi fish stock with aspic. It’s served as a gelatinous slice from a loaf, topped with dill cream and a dollop of sturgeon roe, so you might say you’re getting both ends of the fish. It was really quite delicious. The headcheese is brought to the table under a smoke-filled cloche, which is lifted with a flourish, revealing the appetizer through the clearing fog.

The live diver scallops came covered, too, but they were under a mound of shaved black truffles that hid the lemon shallot brown butter and wild mushroom dashi.

I wasn’t as taken with my choice of side dishes (don’t yell at me, chef). The financier french fries had too much going on, though it’s hard to fault more truffles and fish roe. And the kimchi creamed spinach seemed like a creative take on a steakhouse standard, which it was. But both introduced Asian flavor profiles that seemed out of step with the rest of the menu.

I chose to dine on the veranda and had a wonderful view of the sunset behind the golf course all to myself.

The main dining room occupies the rotunda space, which now features a cloud dome reminiscent of a cave opening to the sky. A mossy hillock sits beneath it. I’m not sure what its original purpose was meant to be but it serves as a nice social spacer.

The kitchen is open to the dining room and the overall ambience is less formal. It used to be that fine dining meant white tablecloths and low lighting – tables are uncovered and settings feature Chilewich placemats with a free-flowing metallic web pattern. Today, fine dining is defined by the quality of the food more than the surroundings.

Tesar says he plans to be at the restaurant often, but has as his full-time chef de cuisine Gerald Sombright.

This is definitely a special occasion restaurant for most, but you expect that at the Ritz.

Knife & Spoon is at the Ritz-Carlton Grande Lakes Resort, Central Florida Parkway, Orlando. It is currently open for dinner Wednesday through Saturday. Reservations available through the website or at

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There aren’t too many places left that allow guests to indulge in an all-you-can-eat meal, especially when it comes to meat. Sure, there are still spots in Florida like this seafood buffet that lets guests feast like they never have before, but usually, when it comes to other proteins, the likelihood of eating until your heart’s content is rare. Until now. If you&#;re in the mood for a truly satisfying meal, head to The Knife Restaurant in Florida. Carnivores will go crazy for their excellent meals.

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Where: FL, Orlando, FL

Hours of Operation: Open daily for lunch from noon to p.m. and dinner from p.m. to 10 p.m.

The &#;All-Inclusive&#; dining rate includes grilled meats, traditional Argentinian cold appetizers, a variety of fresh vegetables and salads, homemade desserts and drinks. Kid&#;s Meals will be at a reduced price based on the child’s height. To learn more about The Knife Orlando, visit the website or Facebook Page.

Have you ever eaten at The Knife in Florida? What&#;s your favorite thing on their impressive spread? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below! And if you know another incredible restaurant in Florida, nominate it through our online form here. Craving more scrumptious meals? Visit this whimsical treehouse restaurant in Florida.

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What are the best all you can eat restaurants in Florida?

If you have a mighty appetite, you’re in luck. There are so many wonderful all you can eat restaurants in Florida. Whale Harbor, located in Islamorada, is one of the best places to eat seafood in Florida. This impressive buffet is full of high-quality meals. Still hungry? Head over to Boston Lobster Feast in Orlando. This place is definitely one of the best buffets in Florida. Really &#; this eatery has it all. Chow down on oysters, clam chowder, fried shrimp, and prime rib. Of course, like its name suggests, you’ll also find amazing lobster. Bring your appetite and prepare to devour some incredible meals.

What are the best steakhouses in Florida?

Bern’s Steakhouse, located in Tampa, is one of the best steakhouses in Florida. This enchanting restaurant is the perfect place to go for a special occasion. In addition to their mouthwatering steaks, Bern’s serves exquisite desserts. In fact, they have an entire room devoted to them! Come see why this is one of the most famous restaurants in Florida. Tropical Acres Steakhouse, located in Fort Lauderdale, is another wonderful place to enjoy a steak dinner. As South Florida’s oldest steakhouse, it’s full of nostalgic charm. This amazing eatery has dazzled diners since , and it’s easy to see why.

What are the best destination restaurants in Florida?

Planning a romantic date night? Take your special person to one of Florida’s amazing destination restaurants. Matthew’s Restaurant, located in Jacksonville, should be at the top of your list. This is an elegant eatery that serves mouthwatering meals. In addition to their high quality food, Matthew’s has an impressive wine list and cocktail selection. You’ll never want to leave.

Address: FL, Orlando, FL , USA

Now in its 16th year, Visit Orlando&#x;s Magical Dining^® has been extended through October 17, (Please see restaurant listings for program participation dates.) The program serves up three-course, prix-fixe dinners for just $37 per person at many of Orlando&#x;s most acclaimed restaurants. You can also dine with confidence thanks to robust health and safety measures at participating venues, many of which will have open-air seating and takeout options.

Start here to search for restaurants based on location and cuisine, including vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free selections, as well as dine-in and takeout options, and browse their menus. Restaurant listings also include reservation links via OpenTable or directly with your favorite venues so you can ensure your preferred dates and times &#x; be sure to make your reservations early! We will also be adding restaurants throughout this year&#x;s program, so check back often to see what&#x;s on the menu.

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Please note: Some images on the website do not reflect actual menu items offered during Visit Orlando&#x;s Magical Dining.

* Reservations are encouraged, but walk-ins who request a Visit Orlando's Magical Dining menu will be accommodated like any other walk-in guest.

* Price does not include tax or gratuity.

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