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Private dining along International Drive near the convention center, group activities beyond the theme parks, and Magic game nights.

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Per diem check

$33.00 USD for dinner: the US federal (GSA) dinner allowance for Orlando, FY2027 (part of the $80 daily meals rate). Many companies use government rates as their benchmark. None of our dinner picks typically fit it, so plan on the company covering the difference or choosing a set menu.

Fit is based on our price estimates, before tax and tip. Rate source ↗

Type
Group
Dinner$$$$

The Capital Grille

9101 International Drive

Classic steakhouse with four private rooms, close to the convention center.

Client dinnerPrivate room
Fits
Rooms for 10, 26, 36 and up to 80
Cost
$120+ per person (est.)
Tip
The 10-seat board room suits executive dinners.
Website ↗Source ↗Map ↗Checked October 18, 2026
Dinner$$$$

Ocean Prime

7339 W Sand Lake Rd

Steak and seafood on Restaurant Row with private rooms in several sizes.

Client dinnerPrivate room
Fits
Rooms for 12 to 60 seated; buyouts available
Cost
$120+ per person (est.)
Tip
Restaurant Row is about 10 minutes from the convention center.
Reserve on OpenTable ↗
Dinner$$

Cooper's Hawk Winery

8005 International Drive

Winery restaurant with a broad menu and a private space for larger teams.

Team dinnerEasy pick
Fits
Private space up to 50
Cost
$40–70 per person (est.)
Tip
Add a wine tasting before dinner.
Reserve on OpenTable ↗
Dinner$$$

Fiorenzo

Hyatt Regency · 9801 International Drive

Italian inside the Hyatt Regency, connected to the convention center, with space from 20 to 200.

Team dinnerNear OCCC
Fits
20 to 200 guests
Cost
$70–120 per person (est.)
Tip
No car needed if you're staying at the Hyatt.
Website ↗Source ↗Map ↗Checked October 18, 2026
Dinner$$$$

Spenser's for Steaks & Chops

Hilton Orlando · 6001 Destination Pkwy

Chophouse at the Hilton Orlando, with a private room and a large patio for receptions.

Client dinnerPrivate room
Fits
Private room for 15; patio up to 100
Cost
$120+ per person (est.)
Tip
Use the patio for a reception before dinner.
Source ↗Map ↗Checked October 18, 2026
Activity$$

The Escape Game Orlando

Convention district

Hour-long escape rooms near the convention center. Book several rooms and compare times.

CollaborativeCompetitive
Fits
Small to mid groups
Cost
$30–60 per person (est.)
Tip
Ask about private group buyouts.
Source ↗Map ↗Checked October 18, 2026
Activity$$

SAK Comedy Lab

Downtown Orlando

Improv workshops that get teams communicating and laughing. Works well for groups that sit in meetings all day.

CreativeCommunication
Fits
Small to mid groups
Cost
$30–60 per person (est.)
Tip
Stay for an evening show afterward.
Source ↗Map ↗Checked October 18, 2026
Activity$$

Boggy Creek Airboat Adventures

Kissimmee wetlands

Airboat rides through Florida wetlands, with a good chance of seeing alligators.

OutdoorsHalf day
Fits
Small to large groups
Cost
$30–60 per person (est.)
Tip
Go in the morning before the heat.
Source ↗Map ↗Checked October 18, 2026
Activity$$

Orlando Tree Trek

Kissimmee

Zipline and treetop obstacle courses where teammates have to help each other through.

OutdoorsAdrenaline
Fits
Small to mid groups
Cost
$30–60 per person (est.)
Tip
Closed-toe shoes required.
Source ↗Map ↗Checked October 18, 2026
Activity$$$$

Arnold Palmer's Bay Hill

Bay Hill

Golf at a famous 27-hole club, with lessons from the resident pros for mixed skill levels.

GolfClient outing
Fits
Small to mid groups
Cost
$120+ per person (est.)
Tip
Book a clinic if half the group doesn't play.
Source ↗Map ↗Checked October 18, 2026

In town for a conference?

Ready-made evenings

Pick one, book two places, done

Magic game night

10–40 people · $$
  1. 4:45 PMCooper's Hawk Winery · Early dinner on International Drive
  2. 6:15 PMLeave for the Kia Center, about 20 minutes downtown
  3. 7:00 PMMagic vs Hawks, Wed Oct 21

The client dinner

4–10 people · $$$$
  1. 6:30 PMThe Capital Grille · Dinner in the 10-seat board room

Group night near the convention center

10–30 people · $$$
  1. 4:00 PMThe Escape Game Orlando · Escape rooms, split into competing teams
  2. 6:30 PMFiorenzo · Dinner at the Hyatt Regency

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What's on during your trip

Enter your dates to see the games, conferences and holidays happening while you're in Orlando. Schedules go as far ahead as teams and organizers have published them, and we add more daily.

  1. Wed Oct 217:00 PM
    GameMagic vs HawksNBA · Kia Center
  2. Fri Oct 237:00 PM
    GameMagic vs TimberwolvesNBA · Kia Center
  3. Sat Oct 247:30 PM
    GameOrlando City vs NYCFCMLS · Inter&Co Stadium
  4. Sun Nov 13:30 PM
    GameMagic vs CelticsNBA · Kia Center
  5. Mon Nov 27:30 PM
    GameMagic vs WizardsNBA · Kia Center
  6. Sat Nov 74:00 PM
    GameOrlando City vs RevolutionMLS · Inter&Co Stadium
  7. Fri Nov 137:00 PM
    GameMagic vs BucksNBA · Kia Center
  8. Mon Nov 16 – Fri Nov 20All week
    ConferenceIAAPA Expo 2026Conference · Orange County Convention Center. Our advice: book now. Private rooms are already filling up.
  9. Wed Nov 187:00 PM
    GameMagic vs 76ersNBA · Kia Center
  10. Thu Nov 26All day
    HolidayUS ThanksgivingMany restaurants close or serve set menus. Book group tables well ahead.
  11. Fri Dec 25All day
    HolidayChristmas DayMany restaurants are closed. Check before booking.
  12. Thu Dec 31All day
    HolidayNew Year's EveSet menus and higher minimums. Private rooms book out early.
  13. Fri Jan 1All day
    HolidayNew Year's DayMany restaurants are closed or open late.

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How far ahead to book

Our rule of thumb for groups. Individual venues vary, so confirm when you call.

Planning a work trip to Orlando: common questions

Which Orlando restaurants have a private room for a client dinner?

The Capital Grille (9101 International Drive): Rooms for 10, 26, 36 and up to 80. Ocean Prime (7339 W Sand Lake Rd): Rooms for 12 to 60 seated; buyouts available. Spenser's for Steaks & Chops (Hilton Orlando): Private room for 15; patio up to 100.

What can a large work group do together in Orlando?

Boggy Creek Airboat Adventures: Airboat rides through Florida wetlands, with a good chance of seeing alligators.

Where can we eat near the Orange County Convention Center?

The Escape Game Orlando (Convention district).

Are there home games in Orlando during my trip?

Upcoming home games: Magic vs Hawks, Wed Oct 21 at 7:00 PM (Kia Center); Magic vs Timberwolves, Fri Oct 23 at 7:00 PM (Kia Center); Orlando City vs NYCFC, Sat Oct 24 at 7:30 PM (Inter&Co Stadium); Magic vs Celtics, Sun Nov 1 at 3:30 PM (Kia Center). The Orlando page lists every home game for the next six months.

Which big conferences are coming to Orlando?

IAAPA Expo 2026: Nov 16–20, 2026 at Orange County Convention Center. Our advice is to book now. Private rooms are already filling up.

How far ahead should we book a group dinner in Orlando?

Groups of 10 or more: book a private room 3 to 4 weeks ahead in a normal week. Conference weeks: book as soon as your dates are set. Each conference guide shows our book-by date. Game nights near the arena: book pregame dinners at least a week ahead. Holidays: many restaurants close or switch to set menus, so confirm hours before you book.

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