Soco

restaurantThornton Park$$

Southern-inflected restaurant with a patio overlooking Lake Eola

Price Range

$22-38 per person

Noise Level

moderate

Reservation Needed

Yes

Outdoor Seating

Yes

What to Order

Fried green tomatoes, shrimp and grits, bourbon smash cocktail

Parking

Free street parking on Summerlin Ave after 6pm

Best For

date-nightanniversarybrunch

Vibe

southern-contemporarylakesideoutdoor-dining

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