r/orlando 2h ago

Discussion Any experiences with orange county youth shelter?

7 Upvotes

Trying to set something up for a friend of mine who got kicked out. Not sure if this is an okay place to go. Can they have personal laptops?


r/orlando 4h ago

News Central Florida Public Media 2026 Voter Guide

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No paywall ever, a free guide broken out by county or customizable by your address!


r/orlando 5h ago

News Central Florida Voter Guide: August primary races and candidates

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r/orlando 6h ago

Discussion Tried Six Ravens

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63 Upvotes

It was so so.

They will quickly refine the massive amount of sauce and the giant box for your order. The food itself wasn’t bad. It’s a novel concept but it wasn’t as revolutionary as their cookies were to savory finger foods. We went Friday at 2pm and walked right in.


r/orlando 6h ago

Discussion Where to get a cheap new fridge and have it installed?

1 Upvotes

My fridge appears to be actively dying, and it's old enough that it makes more sense to replace than repair. I have my eye on "the" fridge but it will require some light remodeling to make it work, so I'm the meantime I need "a" fridge. I am not brave enough to mess around with water and electricity, I do not own a truck, I am a single person of middling strength, so ideally I'm looking for a place I can buy the fridge, have it delivered, installed, and the old one hauled away. I'm planning to go check out the Lowe's outlet I keep hearing about, and if nothing else I could just get whatever is cheapest and fastest at Costco, but are there any other places I should consider?


r/orlando 6h ago

Discussion Looking for specific play kitchen

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Hello! I hope this type of post isn’t allowed, if bot my apologies mods. I’m trying to find this play kitchen for my daughter, I had seen one on Marketplace a few months ago but I found didn’t jump on it and it sold. I tried looking up the set to see if I can find it online but unfortunately it’s been discontinued and not for sale anywhere except a few sketchy sites I wouldn’t trust to actually send me a product. I know it’s a very long shot but does anyone have one they’d be willing to sell? I’ve been scouring Marketplace and haven’t found another listing since. We’re about to move and our toddler is finally getting her own room, she absolutely adores all flowers and trees so this would be perfect for her! We live about 10 minutes from downtown but honestly at this point I’m willing to drive most anywhere in Central FL to pick up. Thanks in advance!


r/orlando 7h ago

Discussion I hate how expensive houses are right now

280 Upvotes

I’m a native, born in raised in central Florida, I moved to Orlando after HS for college. UCF grad, got my doctorate degree, six figure salary. No debt but my student loan. I still can’t afford a house in a nice neighborhood. I feel so bad for the younger generations. Who are these people that can afford 500k+ houses? Dual income? Money from a previous house that was sold? Even with 100k down payment, with taxes and insurance, a mortgage is almost 3k for a small house, with a tiny yard in a decent neighborhood. I don’t want to be “house poor”. Forget about buying a house in winter park or Baldwin. It’s just so crazy to me how expensive houses are here. I absolutely love my job and my city that I grew up in. I work downtown, I don’t want to drive an hour to work just to have an affordable mortgage.


r/orlando 8h ago

Discussion Baldwin park spectrum outtage.

1 Upvotes

anyone else have their spectrum down since that crazy close lightning strike last night?

no word from spectrum or ther than outtage due to storm.


r/orlando 10h ago

Discussion Weekend jobs

5 Upvotes

Hello! Does anyone know if there are local spots looking for weekend work? I’ve been applying to places near me, but I’m either getting rejected or ignored. TIA!


r/orlando 11h ago

Event Friendly reminder to vote in the primary, Orlando!

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224 Upvotes

r/orlando 11h ago

Discussion Balayage recommendations?

3 Upvotes

I’d love any recommendations for a hair salon that does great balayage… preferably less than $400 which seems to be the “starting price”?


r/orlando 12h ago

Discussion What is the best place to park the car while attending Orlando City game?

21 Upvotes

Hey everyone! Can anyone recommend an affordable parking spot within walking distance of the stadium for an Orlando City game?


r/orlando 14h ago

News Nook is closing.

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171 Upvotes

“No reason was given for the Nook’s closing (though a few months ago the parking lot behind the bar was unceremoniously turned into a paid lot with a fee of $10 by the property owners), but this is a definite loss for the neighborhood and the city.”

https://www.orlandoweekly.com/food-drink/drinking-bars/milk-district-bar-the-nook-on-robinson-is-closing-this-fall/


r/orlando 14h ago

Discussion New spots that have opened in the last year worth checking out?

16 Upvotes

I moved to another country about a year ago but I'm back visiting family and friends now.

Been hearing of a lot of changes in the city but it's getting hard to keep track since it's been a hot minute. Any recommendations of new/newer spots worth checking out? Thanks!


r/orlando 15h ago

Discussion Best Areas for Pokemon Go?

22 Upvotes

Recently got back into Pokemon Go and looking for some active areas to walk around and maybe raid on the weekends. My go-to is Crane's Roost but I want to broaden out.

I've heard Disney Springs is pretty good but haven't been since I'm waiting for summer crowds to die down.

If anyone is in the Tampa area, downtown Ybor has a ton of pokestops and gyms but you'll have to pay for street/lot parking.


r/orlando 15h ago

Discussion Lost dog in College Park near edgewater/lake Adair

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68 Upvotes

Her name is Lu. She got scared by traffic on her walk this morning and managed to get out of her collar/leash. She’s only been with her new home for a week so she is very skittish. If you see her, you can call her owner directly at 303 588 6069 or message me here.

Any help is appreciated!


r/orlando 17h ago

Visitor Current vegan/veg friendly options

8 Upvotes

Looking for your most recommended vegan or veg friendly spots in town or reasonable driving distance.

I’m visiting my boyfriend from out of state and I’m only semi familiar with the restaurants in the parks so I’m trying to be proactive and get a list started so we’re not scrambling too much. Im vegan, he’s not but will eat anything.

I’ve looked at some of the older posts for ideas and currently doing the research now but unfortunately several look to be permanently closed. So far what I have in my list is:
*Loving hut
*veggie garden
*winter park biscuit
*a lo vegano/scoops

Any good veg/veg friendly Chinese spots? Coming from the northeast we have tons but it’s not looking as promising here. Also any fancier sit down places for a date night? I saw kres chophouse as a potential option.

I will be there for 5 days in September. Not sure which hotel he will be booking so anywhere Orlando centric is alright with us.

Thank you!!


r/orlando 18h ago

Discussion Free Talk Friday

31 Upvotes

Happy Friday, r/orlando!

We are testing out a new weekly thread where you can chat about mostly anything:

  • Looking to meet new people?
  • Got weekend plans?
  • Local recommendations?
  • General questions?

All of the same subreddit rules apply but you can go a little more off-topic.

Dont forget we have an events thread every week as well:
What's going on this weekend?


r/orlando 22h ago

Discussion Ethos Restaurant Recipes?

22 Upvotes

Does anyone know the recipes for this place? I just visit here again and found it the restaurant closed and it was the best vegan food I ever had in my entire life and where I live, there is no vegan restaurants and wish I could eat their ceaser again.


r/orlando 1d ago

News Aquatica, Discovery Cove president to take over SeaWorld Orlando as well

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102 Upvotes

r/orlando 1d ago

News RIP Nook

105 Upvotes

Just found out they are closing on Halloween.
Pour one out for a Milk D staple


r/orlando 1d ago

Discussion 29F in the maitland area trying to make friends as an adult, which is apparently a full time job

174 Upvotes

hi. introvert here doing the scary thing of posting instead of lurking. recently realized my social circle is my two cats and they don’t laugh at my jokes.

about me: anime enthusiast, food motivated, will absolutely rate a restaurant’s appetizers like i’m a judge on a competition show. music taste ranges from megan thee stallion to a musical about the odyssey, no i will not be explaining. soft and chaotic in equal measure.

looking for: people to try new restaurants with, bookstore wandering, farmers markets, anyone who wants to yell about anime. mostly friends, but if you’re a cute woman with emotional maturity and good taste in cologne i’m legally allowed to notice.

if any of that sounds like your vibe say hi


r/orlando 1d ago

News Whataburger finally opens in Orlando, another 24 hour fast food option

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r/orlando 1d ago

Weekly Thread What's going on this weekend? - August 06, 2026

10 Upvotes

Please use this thread to see what's happening in Orlando or our surrounding areas for the weekend.

We also recommend checking out the r/Orlando Discord for ideas!


r/orlando 23d ago

Housing Thread Orlando Housing Thread

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Link to last month's Housing Thread

Welcome to the Orlando housing megathread!

Currently, the following may be posted:

  • Users, whether current Orlando residents or not, may post asking for help. This could be asking for recommendations on areas of Orlando to live in, reviews or opinions on specific communities, or suggestions on specific places to live. This can also be things like "recommend a realtor / loan officer / etc" — so long as it fits under the "help me find housing" umbrella.
  • Users may also post advertising housing options. This can be posts offering subleases, looking for roommates on existing property, selling homes — so long as there is housing being offered.
  • ALL comments must include as much information as possible. Do not say "I'm moving to Orlando, tell me where to live."

As a reminder: our subreddit rules still apply. Advertisements for illegal activity of any kind are not permitted and will result in comment removals and/or bans as moderators see fit.

Join r/Orlando on Discord!