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Nine18 at The Villas of Grand Cypress
NINE18 is a dinner-only restaurant offering a distinct selection of USDA Choice Certified black angus steaks, fresh seafood, and hand-crafted pasta dishes perfect for that exceptional dining experience. Overlooking the North-South Course, Nine18 offers a relaxing and elegant atmosphere that showcases an extensive 500-bottle wine collection. We feature items such as Chef’s famous Colossal Onion Soup, a 20 ounce Bone-In Ribeye Cowboy Steak, fresh Key Yellow Tail Snapper, and Chocolate Soufflés. Surrounded by 1,500 acres of natural and serene beauty, NINE18 is the perfect location for a romantic dinner or special occasions.
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30 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Rating Breakdown 30 reviews
5 stars
(17)
4 stars
(7)
3 stars
(6)
2 stars
(0)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- special occasion(17)
- fit for foodies(16)
- scenic view(15)
- romantic(14)
- notable wine list(12)
- good for groups(7)
Nine18 at The Villas of Grand Cypress Reviews List
Review 1 for Nine18 at The Villas of Grand Cypress
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Expensive, but worth it. This is a great place to take a date or your spouse out for a romantic dinner."
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: romantic, scenic view, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 2 for Nine18 at The Villas of Grand Cypress
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Food and Service were fantastic. It was a perfect evening."
Dined on 4/30/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, romantic, scenic view, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 3 for Nine18 at The Villas of Grand Cypress
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Great food, nice country club
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great food, nice country club golf setting,
Not for kids"
Not for kids"
Dined on 04/12/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, scenic view
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Review 4 for Nine18 at The Villas of Grand Cypress
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Enjoyed the Easter brunch.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Enjoyed the Easter brunch. The only disappointment was the waiter not telling us the mimosa's were not included in the price. Most restaurants include the champagne or whatever."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2007
Special Features: special occasion, scenic view
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Review 5 for Nine18 at The Villas of Grand Cypress
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I hosted a party of nine to
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I hosted a party of nine to celebrate my in-laws 45th wedding anniversary there. The staff was very generous to the guests of honor & the children in the party. We were very happy, & if we return to central Florida, we will return to the restaurant."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 6 for Nine18 at The Villas of Grand Cypress
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent location and very
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Excellent location and very quiet. Staff was exceptionally friendly and accommodating. Food was prepared and presented in a professional manner. Food and wine prices were reasonable for the quality. Highly recommended to individuals wanting to enjoy a quiet evening for dinner."
Dined on 03/24/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 7 for Nine18 at The Villas of Grand Cypress
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best seafood and ribeye steak
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Best seafood and ribeye steak ever with a knowlegable and friendly staff. Highly recommend."
Dined on 03/19/2013
2005
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 8 for Nine18 at The Villas of Grand Cypress
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
one of the best restaurants
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"one of the best restaurants i'vd been to in Central Florida."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 9 for Nine18 at The Villas of Grand Cypress
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I saw the reviews and was
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I saw the reviews and was really excited about going here. I was disappointed with the view and ambiance, but the food and service made up for that. We celebrated our 30th wedding anniversary and they could not have treated us nicer. It was a night to remember."
Dined on 02/24/2013
2003
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Review 10 for Nine18 at The Villas of Grand Cypress
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Always superb. The food and
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Always superb. The food and service are excellent and one can actually carry a conversation without raising one's voice!"
Dined on 03/02/2013
2006
Special Features: special occasion, scenic view
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Review 11 for Nine18 at The Villas of Grand Cypress
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very good,,,, but on the expensive
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very good,,,, but on the expensive side..... wine suggestions were over the top for our budget...$40 per glass. We trusted him... but should have asked first."
Dined on 02/04/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 12 for Nine18 at The Villas of Grand Cypress
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I had not heard about this
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I had not heard about this restaurant, and finding no other reservations available on relatively short notice for Valentine's evening, I took a chance. The food and service were exceptional; we were pleasantly surprised. The prix fixe menu was extraordinary. Presentation and quality of every dish was memorable. The wine list was also remarkable. This restaurant was is a well kept secret."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 13 for Nine18 at The Villas of Grand Cypress
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Disappointed with service.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Restaurant is very attractive with many window tables. The night we were there, service was not up to standard for this price point. Both our salad and dinner plates were left on the table for over 10 minutes. Never received coffee ordered till manager came by to ask how things were going. Food, I must say was very good, however, at this level, I expected a much better overall experience. Too many excellent restaurants in Orlando. Won't be back to this one."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2005
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Review 14 for Nine18 at The Villas of Grand Cypress
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I loved the intimate setting
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I loved the intimate setting of the dinning room. The staff was friendly and helpful. The rack of lamb was excellent as well as the dessert.Price is worth the experience."
Dined on 02/07/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 15 for Nine18 at The Villas of Grand Cypress
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
World class food and service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"5 star in every respect- impeccable service, delicious, artfully presented food. The Caesar salad had small diced mango bits and some roasted peeled red pepper, they served a delicious rosemary olive bread in addition to the usual, and served hummus as well as butter. The grouper and yellowtail were very fresh and served with a nice assortment of baby vegetables. The house made chocolates and a pre-meal taste of salmon and seaweed appetizer were nice touches."
Dined on 02/06/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 16 for Nine18 at The Villas of Grand Cypress
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Gracious dining still lives
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Nine 18 is really a clever name for a fine dining room at the Clubhouse of the golf course of the Villas of Grand Cypress. If you wonder if there's still a place for truly gracious dining, look no further. We were celebrating a birthday and the staff and chefs made the evening very special. We read that the rack of lamb was excellent and the reviews were right. The seafood pasta can sporting its own lobstertail. Portions were large and beautifully presented. We look forward to returning. The evening ended with watching the Disney fireworks display in the distance."
Dined on 02/01/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Nine18 at The Villas of Grand Cypress
Based on the average of (14) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate