Hillstone Restaurant: A Culinary Gem in Winter Park, FL

Amazing food and views. Got the burger, deviled eggs, chips and spinach artichoke, and Caesar salad.Hannah was also an exceptional server, will be coming back.

Our first visit to Hillstone was absolutely amazing! My wife and I, along with another couple, had a fantastic dinner. From the moment we walked in, the staff were incredibly attentive and provided excellent customer service. The restaurant itself has a wonderful atmosphere, with a beautiful open kitchen on one side and expansive windows offering a stunning view of the lake... especially magical during sunset. We shared several appetizers, all of which were delicious, and my ribs were perfectly cooked. We had such a great time and will definitely be back!

Visited Hillstone on a Monday night with a reservation and got seated right away. We started with the artichoke dip — really good and super comforting. I had the French dip, which I liked a lot, and my partner got the Hawaiian ribeye, which was even better and what I’d order next time. Drinks were great (Woodford Old Fashioned), though the bar glasses felt a little simple for a nicer restaurant. Service was great. The key lime pie is a must.

I LOVE Hillstone! This is a great date night spot (recommended to make reservations for right before sundown so that you can see the sunset). There is a beautiful, small pier that you can walk outside onto. There's seating there as well for lounging. There's also seating by the walkway to the pier, and if I'm not mistaken, I think I've seen a firepit before, I'm not sure. But all in all, it is a beautiful restaurant. The servers are personable and are good at their jobs. The food?! The food is DELICIOUS. This time, I had more than my usual (knife and fork barbeque ribs that quite literally fall off the bone). My mom and I shared the Jalepeño Queso with tortillas and the Southern Style Brussel Sprouts with lemon aioli and reggiano. The queso isn't my thing but it was yummy, and the brussel sprouts? I dislike brussel sprouts but I loved these. That lemon aioli was chefs kiss! My mom ordered the crab cakes and she let me try them. I might be getting those the next time! The drinks are good too. I usually get margaritas, but this time I had the Jackrabbit, which tasted very similar to a paloma but served up. I recommend Hillstone over and over and over again!

I've been coming here for at least two years, and this is my first review. I love the atmosphere, the way the staff treats me (always very friendly and professional). Lately, I've been going to the bar, where I've made more friends sitting in those chairs than I have in my entire life going to restaurants. The food is always delicious! I love the salmon and all the salads. I also love it when I get there and they bring my favorite water, my wine, and always my espresso, of course! Hilltone, for me, is like a hub for making new friends and great food. This place won't work for you if you're always trying new places, complaining about the food at restaurants, raising your hand to call the waiter. This place is definitely for people with above-average taste. I recommend it 100%%.

Great upscale place for romantic, best friends reunion and special occasions. Hard to find a place like this nowadays. The fillet mignon was very delicate and delicious . Mashed potatoes a little cold for my taste but balanced in flavor. The capuccino was not bitter and the Sundae actually surprised me. The ice cream, whipped cream, jalapeno cheese and devil eggs seen to be made with hand-made procedures. Customer attention very good as well. The manager came to our table to ask if we needed anything. Would come back with my future girlfriend to see the sunset

An outstanding dining experience from start to finish. The meat was cooked to perfection—tender, flavorful, and truly some of the most delicious I’ve ever had. The ambience strikes the perfect balance of elegance and comfort, making it ideal for a special night out. Service was impeccable, attentive without being intrusive. One of the highlights is the outdoor area, perfect for enjoying a glass of wine while taking in the beautiful views by the lake. It’s also a stunning spot for photos, which makes the experience even more memorable. Highly recommend for anyone looking for exceptional food in a beautiful setting.

Othniel served us politely and was very kind, as were the other staff. Our dishes (a rib eye and a barbecue pork rib) were well presented, cooked to order, extremely tender and flavorful. The wine was at the perfect temperature (Flowers Pinot Noir). The restaurant is on the lakefront, with a wonderful view from practically every table. The atmosphere is pleasant, quiet, with people conversing moderately and respectful of other tables, which makes the atmosphere even more pleasant. We didn't see any children there, only teenagers. We reserved a table and didn't have to wait more than 5 minutes, and I recommend reservations, as waiting can be up to an hour, depending on the day and time. An excellent place for happy hour, whether for beer, wine, whiskey, or mixed drinks. The bar was packed. I highly recommend it. We will be back.