Orlando, FL

Osteria Ester

RecommendedNew in 2026

Recommended in the 2026 MICHELIN Guide Florida selection.

Thornton Park · $$

4.6300 Google reviews

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Chef Michael Cooper, of The Osprey, cooks Italian-American classics in the New Jersey red-sauce spirit at this Thornton Park neighborhood osteria, served à la carte. Come for handmade pastas like paccheri alla vodka, hearth-baked focaccia and baked clams, with Italian wines and cocktails.

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629 E Central Blvd, Orlando, FL 32801, USA
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(407) 203-3577

What diners say

  • Liliana Granger

    3 out of 53 months ago· Google

    So we saw this place on TikTok and we decided to go check them out yesterday, It was a special occasion as my son is leaving for the Navy so we wanted to do something really nice and his favorite food is Italian. So my mom is born and raising Italy and I lived in Italy for two decades before moving back to the states so needless to say my pallet is definitely exquisite in finding good Italian Kimmy challenging. With that said, the restaurant is beautiful. The food looked amazing when it came out when it came out fast service was excellent. The server also went out of her way to give my son a free dessert to congratulate him for his enlistment, but Not everything that is gold sparkles. We ordered three appetizers for entrées and four desserts, The appetizers were OK. They had very good taste of them, but they were very small. Definitely not shareable., Then came our main course my son is by far Pita). He’s very adventurous and likes to try various different things and what he chose off the menu as soon as he took a bite it was not to his liking so I tried to just to make sure if he was right or wrong and I would have to cook her it was not good. My dish was excellent. My husband and daughter’s dish were OK, nothing to Rave about. The worst part of the dinner had to be dessert, I am a huge tiramisu gal, and this is by far the worst I’ve ever had. So my total check was $300 and this is the first time in a long time that I’m feeling regretful of spending this kind of money, Are we gonna return probably not so it’s kind of a mixed bag for us it was good to appoint but nothing grand. A tester photos of what we ordered it’s a very small menu so pretty much this is half of the menu right here Lol

  • Lideyni Flores

    5 out of 52 months ago· Google

    Absolutely WOW! Our first visit to Osteria Estia, and it certainly won’t be our last. From the moment we walked in, the service was warm, attentive, and genuinely exceptional. Every dish was beautifully prepared with fresh, authentic Italian flavors, and every pasta was cooked to a perfect al dente. It truly felt like a little trip to Italy. We started with the crostini bread, the carpaccio, crispy polenta, Caesar salad, and baked clams, each appetizer was outstanding. For our entrées, the stars of the night were the Paccheri alla Vodka, Gnocchi Sardo, and Lasagna Rotolo. Every bite was packed with flavor. To top it all off, we paired dinner with the 2020 Ciochino, a full bodied, dry red that complemented the meal perfectly. We ended the night with their delicious light and creamy tiramisu. If you’re looking for authentic Italian cuisine, impeccable service, and an unforgettable dining experience, Osteria Estia is a must visit. We can’t wait to come back! 🍝🍷🇮🇹

  • Perla Silva

    5 out of 5a month ago· Google

    Had the pleasure of visiting Osteria Ester after months of it being on our bucket list as the restaurant is over an hour away. The atmosphere was great, the food was amazing and the customer service was one of the best if not, THE BEST I’ve experienced. Gabriel, our server was so attentive, he picked up on our social cues and paid extreme attention to detail. We ordered a few items, one of which we liked but probably wouldn’t order again, not because it wasn’t great but because one ingredient felt a little overwhelming for us (still very delicious). We politely cleared our space and waited for the next dish as Gabriel noticed we barely scratch the surface with said dish before collecting the first round of plates. We insisting all was good but Gabriel went above and beyond by engaging a manager. The manager insisted on giving us an amazing experience and offered us a different option we’d be happy with. We felt that they went above and beyond, in ways they really didn’t need to but this has made a lasting impression. We’ve recommended the restaurant to our friends and will definitely be back. We ate so much I felt I needed to be rolled out of the restaurant but calories don’t exist when you’re having an experience! 5 stars!

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