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Veranda Restaurant & Lounge is an authentic Eastern European restaurant in Orlando, FL, offering a unique dining experience. Our menu features a blend of traditional and modern dishes, carefully crafted to transport your taste buds to the heart of Eastern Europe. From hearty pierogies to savory schnitzels, every bite is a culinary delight. Located in the heart of Orlando at 1700 W Sand Lake Rd D108, our restaurant provides a cozy and intimate atmosphere, perfect for a night out with friends or a romantic evening. Our lounge area offers a wide selection of craft cocktails and an extensive wine list, making it the ideal spot to unwind and relax. At Veranda Restaurant & Lounge, we're committed to providing exceptional service, ensuring that every guest feels welcome and valued. Whether you're in the mood for a casual dinner or a special occasion, we've got you covered. Come and experience the rich flavors and warm hospitality of Eastern European cuisine in Orlando.

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Veranda Restaurant & Lounge serves up authentic Eastern European flavors in a cozy atmosphere. Savor traditional dishes like pierogies, borscht, and schnitzel, paired with an impressive selection of craft beers and cocktails. Friendly service and generous portions make for a satisfying dining experience.

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Yelp: 4.5/5

TripAdvisor: 4.5/5

Google Reviews: 4.4/5

OpenTable: 4.5/5

Zomato: 4.3/5

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Adam Gerard (vlaad)
Adam Gerard (vlaad) -Google user
2 years ago
Simultaneously authentic and gourmet Slavic cuisine. Came for the dressed herring and it was the best I've had in my entire life. A full, joyous and memorable experience. The welcoming staff treated us like family. We'll be back again and again!
Dine inDinner$20–30
Gi Ce
Gi Ce -Google user
2 years ago
This place was absolutely amazing! I went with some friends and had never experienced this type of cuisine before. We tried a bit of everything and it was all so delicious. Andreea was our server and she made the experience all the better. ...Read More
Dine inDinner
Stephanie R
Stephanie R -Google user
2 years ago
Came to Veranda’s for our wedding anniversary. The experience from walking in through the door to leaving was amazing. We learned SO much about food from Eastern Europe from our well educated server. The food was delicious! We felt like the restaurant welcomed us to...Read More
$20–30
Dale Remus
Dale Remus -Google user
6 years ago
This place is immaculate and inviting with an eastern Europe charm. Out waitress was from Moldova and was just right with service. The food was delicious and presented well. Do not forget to have soup with your dinner and if you are too full for...Read More
Lyle Sem (The Dirando Group)
Lyle Sem (The Dirando Group) -Google user
2 years ago
If you want a magical experience for dinner outside of Disney this is the best place to go! Burak and Andrea (sorry for any misspelling) were both great. I had the borscht and cabbage rolls, both done to perfection! The lamb chops...Read More
Atmosphere: 5
Lauren Friedman
Lauren Friedman -Google user
4 years ago
So happy to finally try this place! It had been on my list since before COVID and a friend and I finally checked it out. The staff were all super friendly and the food was all very good. Pictured are the chicken schnitzel, the caviar...Read More
Christine Freeman
Christine Freeman -Google user
3 years ago
My husband chose this restaurant for Father’s Day dinner to my surprise. The inside is lovely. The staff is very friendly and helpful and knowledgeable about their menu. We loved everything; especially the Herring filet and dressed herring. Also a big hit was the caviar...Read More
Dessie Hristov
Dessie Hristov -Google user
5 years ago
So, I have been trying to get here from Lake Mary for some time and the drive was always too long (seemed like). I wish I made myself come here a few months ago! Such an amazing place! Food is very authentic - mixture of...Read More
Kiara Yegorov
Kiara Yegorov -Google user
4 years ago
** Russian Restaurant ** if you’ve ever wanted to get a taste for Russian/Uzbekistan cuisine your search is over! I had their lamb chops and it was soft and delicious. They are a little under staff and didn’t have a bartender but the food was...Read More
Brandi Kiehl
Brandi Kiehl -Google user
2 years ago
Phenomenal food, great ambiance, knowledgeable and friendly staff. They have amazing food. They have great drinks both alcoholic and non-alcoholic. If you are thinking alcoholic, then they have good cocktails as well as sour cherry vodka. Nonalcoholic I recommend the lattes and cappuccinos. The honey cake and...Read More
Dine inDinner$20–30
Sharon Perkins
Sharon Perkins -Google user
2 years ago
Eastern European eateries are hard to come by and Veranda is a gem of a find! (We loved DJ’s Bistro Eastern European food in Concord, CA, but that was 17 years ago.) Not only was all the food delicious but we were truly welcomed by...Read More
Mihiri Waidyatilaka
Mihiri Waidyatilaka -Google user
2 years ago
We had a great experience. Our host Ariuna was great who was very helpful with the menu. We highly recommend this restaurant.
Dine inDinner$20–30
Laura Gerard
Laura Gerard -Google user
2 years ago
The hour trip from Melbourne to Orlando was well worth the trip for the best Kiev Chicken cutlet. They have paired it with red cabbage and carrots slaw. I personally recommend the grilled corn to add as a side. Everything was amazing! I have never...Read More
Zhanna Arstamyan
Zhanna Arstamyan -Google user
3 years ago
Absolutely amazing experience at this restaurant!!! This was the first Russian restaurant that came up when we started looking and we drove here without checking any reviews or the menu, and left the restaurant super satisfied. Our server was very nice, friendly, professional, and even gave...Read More
Nikita Pavlenko
Nikita Pavlenko -Google user
2 years ago
Our waiter/server was super kind, knew a bunch of cool facts about the food history and culture. The food was really good as well, definitely coming back here again! The service definitely stood out compared to most restaurants.
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Maryam Iqbal
Maryam Iqbal -Google user
2 years ago
Love Veranda! Always a great selection of scrumptious and fresh Eastern European cuisine. I came in for the Plov, which was recently introduced to their menu. DELICIOUS!! My friend had the chicken kabobs, very juicy and flavorful. Ambiance was great, enjoyed the music selection. ...Read More
Dine inLunch$10–20
Hung S
Hung S -Google user
Edited 2 years ago
Excellent service staff; Oleksandra was kind and made generous introductions to all the best selections Veranda had on the menu. The food was delicious and great value for money. Will definitely be back. 1) Carbonara Pasta….Simply delicious!!! 2) 16oz Ribeye Steak…huge, well seasoned, cooked perfectly. 3) Caviar Bruschetta...Read More
Dine inDinner$50–100
Mary Baika
Mary Baika -Google user
2 years ago
My mother and I came here to get a taste of home. The food that was served to us tasted so delicious, it was as if your grandmother cooked it. The soups are served with sour cream and a Serrano pepper, much like they serve...Read More
Alejandra “Ale” Santana
Alejandra “Ale” Santana -Google user
2 years ago
Today I came here, almost by accident and what an amazing restaurant. Starting with Burka, he's a very knowledgeable, friendly, attentive, and professional server who made my lunch experience above and beyond with his recommendations and insight into the dishes. The food was impressive yet...Read More
Dine inLunch$20–30Atmosphere: 5
Cheryl sullivan
Cheryl sullivan -Google user
2 years ago
We were in Orlando for a conference and happened by this treasure. We ordered Red Caviar Bruschetta and it was delicious. My friend ordered the Grilled Chicken Avocado Salad. The portion was huge and was so tasty. I was going to order the Chicken...Read More

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