Ming Court

Local patronage and a diverse menu make this one of Orlando's most popular Chinese restaurants; it has racked up awards and praise from a host of respected international food critics. Start off with the duck lettuce cup before going on to the lightly battered, deep-fried chicken breast -- it's got plenty of zip from a delicate lemon-tangerine sauce. If you're in the mood for beef, there's a grilled filet mignon that's seasoned Szechuan style (the topping has toasted onions, garlic, and chili). The mildly innovative menu is extensive and features the freshest ingredients (there's not a freezer in sight). Portions are sufficient, there's a moderate wine list, and the service is quite good. The romantic candlelit interior is decorated in soft earth tones, glass-walled terrace rooms overlook lotus ponds filled with colorful koi, and a plant-filled area sits under a lofty skylight ceiling. A musician plays classical Chinese music on a zheng (a long zither) at dinner. The children's menu features a boxed meal with a choice of Oriental-style shrimp, pork, beef, or chicken (and french fries!), and comes with a story for kids to read along with their dinner. Tip: The restaurant's extensive website features lots of information on and photos of individual dishes.

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