Orlando’s east side just got a sun-drenched slice of Italy. Amalfi, the hot new fresh Italian kitchen in Avalon Park, brings together coastal recipes, handmade pasta, Roman-style pinsa, and a charming lemon-themed dining room.
From burrata-topped flatbreads to potato gnocchi in black truffle cream, this place has Orlando foodies head-over-heels — and it earned a spot on Orlando Weekly’s list of hottest new restaurants within weeks of opening.
Paccheri Allo Scoglio – Pasta with Mussels, Clams, Shrimp in a fresh cherry tomato sauce
How Amalfi is quickly winning Orlando’s hearts
Amalfi made its splashy debut in Avalon Park with a clear mission: bring the sun-drenched flavors of the Mediterranean coast directly to Orlando.
The team describes themselves as a family of food lovers dedicated to fresh Italian cuisine, using slow-fermented, high-hydration dough for their signature Roman-style pinsa and pulling fresh ingredients like first-press organic olive oils and garden-picked rosemary into nearly every plate.
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That commitment shows. Diners aren’t just satisfied — they’re effusive. One enthusiastic reviewer told Orlando Weekly that Amalfi was “my new favorite Italian restaurant!” after visiting during the soft opening. 🤤
The little touches sealed the deal. Guests are greeted with a complimentary bowl of Italian crackers the moment they sit down, the lemon-themed décor is gorgeous, and the staff is genuinely friendly and welcoming. As one reviewer raved, “the gnocchi was so good that I couldn’t stop eating it.”
Tagliolini Zucchini with Shrimp Special
Add free WiFi, live music, and easy parking in the heart of Avalon Park, and you’ve got a destination that feels like an evening in Positano without leaving Orange County. Avalon Park’s foodie crowd has officially adopted it as their go-to. 🥂
Food Highlights 🍝
- Gnocchi al Tartufo Nero: Potato gnocchi in a black truffle Parmesan cream sauce — the dish that diners say is so good you can’t stop eating it, and the unanimous showstopper.
- Pappardelle al Pomodoro & Burrata: Pappardelle tossed in a mildly spicy fresh chopped tomato sauce, finished with Pecorino Romano, fresh burrata, and basil — a creamy, vibrant comfort dish made for sharing.
- Burrata Prosciutto Pinsa: A warm Roman-style pinsa topped with arugula, burrata, tomato, Parmigiano, prosciutto, and olive oil — light, crispy, and instantly photographable.
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- Chicken alla Bolognese: A breaded chicken cutlet, lightly fried and topped with shaved Parmigiano, prosciutto, butter, and sage — also called out by a glowing reviewer as part of an “everything was delicious” spread.
- Risotto alla Pescatora: Shrimp, mussels, clams, and baby scallops in a light white wine garlic butter risotto with blistered cherry tomatoes — a seafood lover’s dream.
- Funghi Ripieni: Mushrooms stuffed with shrimp, onions, peppers, olives, scallops, and breadcrumbs, finished with a lemon butter caper sauce — a uniquely indulgent appetizer that feels like Amalfi Coast cooking distilled into one bite. 🍄
Atmosphere 🍋
Step inside and you’ll find a bright, lemon-themed dining room that channels a coastal Italian summer year-round.
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The space is welcoming and intimate, with live music, free WiFi, and easy parking that make lingering over espresso effortless.
Reviewers consistently call out friendly, welcoming staff and that warm, family-run hospitality that turns first-timers into regulars.
Bottom Line 🍷
Book a table for house-made pasta with truffle and burrata, craveable Roman-style pinsa, lemon-bright décor straight out of the Amalfi Coast, live music, and the kind of warm Italian hospitality that has Avalon Park totally smitten. 🌟
Address: 12001 Avalon Lake Dr, Suite A, Orlando, FL 32828
📞 (321) 247-5034
🕔 Open Tue–Thu, 4 PM–10 PM; Fri–Sat, 12 PM–10 PM; Sun, 12 PM–9 PM (closed Mon)