INTERNATIONAL DRIVE. Coral walls and striped, multicolor chairs give this restaurant's sleek interior a whimsical twist. The buttery "fat bread," topped with gourmet combinations like Smithfield ham with brie, makes a decadent appetizer. Elegant classics and flavorful New French dishes comprise the dinner menu. Try the lobster tail risotto with lungo crab meat, steak au poivre, or pan-fried free range chicken breast. A fun variety of desserts, from shortcake pear tatin to mini ice cream sandwiches, provide a memorable final course and are best served with a liqueur, caffe latte or espresso! Brunch available on Sundays. Closed for lunch during the summer.

WINTER PARK. Popular and upscale, Brio offers guests all the flavors of Tuscany. For starters, try the calamari that's made with a hint of pepperoncini. Main entrees center around gourmet pizzas, pasta dishes, steaks and seafood. Many of the meats and seafood are wood-grilled, bringing out the distinct flavors of the ingredients used. Weekend brunch features specialties such as the frittata al forno and Tuscan French toast, topped with berries, marscarpone cheese and maple syrup. Reservations strongly recommended. Smart casual to trendy attire appropriate.

INTERNATIONAL DRIVE. Distinguished by a black-and-white marble interior, complete with open kitchen and pizza ovens, this restaurant welcomes diners to an Italian feast. The crisp-crust pizzas draw raves from visitors, who love the authentic toppings and flavorful cheeses. Pasta dishes are also popular, tossed in zesty sauces and accompanied by items such as grilled chicken and fresh vegetables. Beyond these options, you'll also discover seafood, poultry, and beef dishes, each one more tempting than the last. Relaxed and fun, the restaurant provides a perfect respite from the workday and is also a great place to meet friends for dinner. Reservations recommended. Business dressy attire.

DOWNTOWN. A happening place, Dexter's is a great choice for lunch, dinner or after work drinks. Boasting a great happy hour, this restaurant offers tasty appetizers, beer on tap or by the bottle and wine by the glass or the bottle. The diverse menu features dishes that include White Spinach Lasagna and Applewood Smoked Salmon Fettucine, and a malted waffle station and omelette construction center are available for weekend brunch. Put on your trendiest togs, as here you'll want to see and be seen, especially if you are unattached! Outdoor patio dining available. Reservations not accepted.

DOWNTOWN. Maybe Fifi's workers always seem so chipper because the restaurant's decor is so bright and shiny (and pink!). Fifi's food is classified as the all-encompassing "Mediterranean," which makes sense when you consider that the menu includes the very Italian lamb osso bucco and a very French selection of crepes. No matter what you eat, order dessert (this is a patisserie after all), and walk it off around nearby Lake Eola.