Since its grand opening in 1984, Christini’s Ristorante Italiano has earned the reputation of being the best restaurant Orlando. You’d be hard pressed to find any patron who didn’t leave the table feeling relaxed, pampered, and completely satisfied. It’s no wonder that celebrity Chef Emeril Lagasse brought his Cooking Channel show, Emeril’s Florida, for a closer look at what has propelled Christini’s to its award-winning 5-Star status.
Chef Emeril sat down with restaurateur Chris Christini to learn more about the driving force behind the success of this fine dining Italian restaurant. “It’s a success because I love what I’m doing,” states Christini. His attention to detail and overwhelming desire to ensure that each and every guest leaves completely pleased is what drives him to oversee even the minutest aspect of the business. This verve and dedication have earned Christini’s their 5-Star status, in addition to the Fine Dining Hall of Fame award, the Ivy Award, the Best Award of Excellence from Wine Spectator Magazine, just to name a few. His personal achievements and contributions to the industry, which span a career of 45 years (with no sign of slowing down), resulted in Chris being the 2015 inductee into the Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association Hall of Fame.
“Being a successful, highly-rated restaurant may start at the front of the house, but it’s the quality of the food made in the kitchen that defines the restaurant,” extolls Chef Lagasse. It is truly from the heart of the kitchen that Christini’s Ristorante Italiano radiates its classic Italian ambiance and hospitality. The superb menu reflects years of culinary expertise in flavor development and Christini’s sophisticated touch.
If you have never experienced an authentic, classic Italian restaurant, then Christini’s Ristorante Italiano is not to be missed. As Emeril said, “Put Christini’s Ristorante Italiano on your list, and check it out!” Check out the segment by clicking here.
Reservations are recommended, so please call us to make yours to experience the best Italian restaurant in Orlando, and be sure to watch Emeril’s Florida on Cooking Channel, March 31, 2016 at 10:30 a.m., to see Chef Emeril’s visit with our very own Chris Christini.
