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Summer House on the Lake - Disney Springs

4.7 (5831)
$30 and under
American
1498 E Buena Vista Dr, Orlando, FL 32821

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Summer House on the Lake - Disney Springs

4.7
$30 and under
American
Lake Buena Vista

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 332 times today

About this restaurant

  • Lively
  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for outdoor dining
Summer House on the Lake is Orlando's slice of California sunshine, located at Disney Springs with direct views of Lake Buena Vista. Chef Ben Goodnick's California-inspired menu features artisanal pizzas, market pasta, fresh salads, and sandwiches, paired with seasonal cocktails and the signature Summer House Rosé.

Enjoy indoor and outdoor seating with lake views, dinner service daily, and Martini Hour at the bar Monday-Friday, 3-6pm. The Cookie Bar offers fresh-baked goods, sourdough English muffins, our renowned oversized cookies, and specialty espresso drinks.

Add some West Coast sunshine to your next event, from showers to corporate parties, with private and semi-private spaces for up to 300 guests, plus off-site catering of any size.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Californian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–11:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–11:30 pm Sat 9:00 am–11:30 pm Sun 9:00 am–11:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Josh Williams
  • Catering
    Summer House caters for parties of all sizes, whether at home, in the office, or at a special venue. Our expert team is ready to help cater your next event. To view our catering menu or place an order, visit our website.
  • Private party facilities
    Plan your next event with the Summer House Parties and Catering team. From large-scale events to intimate gatherings, our experts will help you create a truly special occasion from start to finish. Visit our website to explore all of our private dining options and book your event.
  • Private party contact
    Summer House Parties Team: (407) 598-8645
  • Neighborhood
    Lake Buena Vista
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Summer House on the Lake - Disney Springs.

4.7

4.7
(5831)
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Orlando / Central Florida East

    Most Booked

  • Orlando

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Summer House on the Lake at Disney Springs offers a vibrant atmosphere with standout service and "excellent food." Gluten-free options are plentiful, and the "cookies are awesome." Despite occasional noise, the "beautiful outdoor dining patio" and "great views" enhance the experience. Perfect for celebrations and memorable dining moments.
5,831 Reviews
  1. Angel

    Miami1 review

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waiter Elise was wonderful!!!! I’d would come back again

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  2. Gina

    Phoenix4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This never place disappoints . I make it a point anytime my family is in Disney Springs to have dinner here at least 1 time. Service and food is always good.

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  3. Pierre

    Montreal4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome experience. Food, service and patio setting was amazing. We’ve had a great time as a family, felt welcomed and not rushed at all. We had wonderful conversations and we’ll remember this dinner for a long time.

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  4. rebecca

    Atlantic City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was great and food even better! Can’t wait for our next visit

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  5. T Gold

    Caribbean5 reviews

    1.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 1
    Highly overrated. Quality of food was well below expectations. Atmosphere was was like a low end cafeteria. Would not recommend

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  6. Lin

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From the moment we entered and gave our names to the Hostess, then were led to our table, the experience was outstanding. We were greeted promptly by Todd, our server who was wonderful to talk to. He explained the menu, asked if we had any allergies, likes/dislikes, etc. He noticed that my guest and I hadn’t seen each other in a while and were talking non stop so he gave us time to order. My Cobb salad was such a generous portion topped with corn, avocado, tomato, cucumber, egg and blue cheese (I requested no bacon) that I could eat only half and took the remainder home. My friend ordered the Crispy Chicken Basket and loved it all. We chatted with Todd a bit and discovered he and I were both past Disney Cast members and spoke of our fortunate time there. The ambiance is light and bright with views of the waterfront. All staff appeared friendly and seemed to enjoy their roles. We will definitely return again, perhaps at night to enjoy the views of Saratoga Springs across the lake.

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  7. Margaret Gold

    Naples1 review

    1.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was horrible and manager didn’t ever come to see us! My burger was burnt to a crisp! They changed me! My wife food was not good! They didn’t charge her! The service apologize! We were celebrating my wife birthday! We will never go to this restaurant again!

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  8. Phil Gold

    Vancouver26 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was very helpful and not pushy. We had the ribs between us which were good. They came with sweet potato fries. We weren't looking for a large meal so shared them, but on your own it would be a filling serving.

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  9. Melissa Gold

    Orlando37 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always good is amazing. The best restaurant in Disney Springs hands down. The cookie bakery is also the best in Disney Springs. Our server Andrew completely make our afternoon. He was impressive!!!

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  10. Emily

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food, service and atmosphere. Sam was amazing!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Californian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–11:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–11:30 pm Sat 9:00 am–11:30 pm Sun 9:00 am–11:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Josh Williams
  • Catering
    Summer House caters for parties of all sizes, whether at home, in the office, or at a special venue. Our expert team is ready to help cater your next event. To view our catering menu or place an order, visit our website.
  • Private party facilities
    Plan your next event with the Summer House Parties and Catering team. From large-scale events to intimate gatherings, our experts will help you create a truly special occasion from start to finish. Visit our website to explore all of our private dining options and book your event.
  • Private party contact
    Summer House Parties Team: (407) 598-8645
  • Neighborhood
    Lake Buena Vista
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine

FAQs

Summer House on the Lake is open Mon–Thu 11:00 am–11:00 pm; Fri 11:00 am–11:30 pm; Sat 9:00 am–11:30 pm; Sun 9:00 am–11:00 pm. Brunch is served Sat–Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm, and Happy Hour runs Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm.

Weekend brunch, Saturday and Sunday (9:00 am–2:00 pm), is a guest favorite and a highlight for many visitors.

Yes, the menu includes clearly labelled options such as the Vegan Breakfast Burrito, and gluten-free items like the Gluten-Free Flourless Chocolate Brownie and a Vegan & Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip cookie; guests also report successful gluten-free accommodations.

Guests frequently call out generous portions for brunch and bakery items, the breakfast burrito is described as huge and the cookies and cinnamon roll are large and shareable.

Yes, Summer House on the Lake works well for a special evening: guests report anniversary dinners there, and the lakeside views, dinner service and extensive wine list support a focused, celebratory night out.

Summer House on the Lake at Disney Springs is frequently busy, guests repeatedly describe it as popular, busy, or even “extremely busy, ” so booking ahead is a good idea.

Yes, Summer House on the Lake offers outdoor seating with lake views, and many guests mention enjoying meals on the patio overlooking the water.

Summer House on the Lake feels like a slice of California sunshine, bright, beachy, and airy with lake views, rattan accents, and a relaxed-yet-stylish vibe that many guests describe as breezy and welcoming.

Business casual is the guide, aim for neat, put-together clothing that’s comfortable rather than formal.

Summer House on the Lake is a great choice during Martini Hour / Happy Hour, Monday–Friday from 3:00–6:00 pm, when the bar runs a focused martini/happy‑hour offering that reviewers call a highlight.

Yes, the restaurant runs Martini Hour / Happy Hour Monday–Friday (3–6 pm) with a dedicated bar menu and featured Happy Hour items, plus rotating drinks and bar snacks.

Yes, Summer House on the Lake is family‑friendly: it has a dedicated Kids menu (pizza, pancakes, grilled cheese, chicken fingers and more) and many reviewers praise its welcoming service for families and children.

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Summer House on the Lake - Disney Springs

4.7
$30 and under
American
Lake Buena Vista

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 332 times today
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