Crab Legs - Paddlefish, Lake Buena Vista, FL

Paddlefish

4.3

2316 Reviews

$30 and under

Seafood

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Boasting 360 views of Lake Buena Vista, aboard a reimagined, modern, and luxurious steamboat, the Paddlefish dining experience is unmatched in Disney Springs. Serving guests with genuine hospitality and 360 degree
waterfront views, Paddlefish has earned multiple Diners’ Choice badges for good reason. Led by Executive Chef Steve Richard, the seafood menu features a Daily Catch, Whole Maine Lobster, King Crab, Scallops, and even Filet Mignon for those that prefer a little turf with their surf. With an international wine list and craft cocktails to boot, Paddlefish is the perfect vessel for a memorable dining experience, post-dinner roofdeck libations, or a crisp refresher to pair with your meal. Welcome aboard.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Nov 30, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 48 times today

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Seafood
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:30 pm
Phone number
(407) 934-2628
Website
http://www.paddlefishrestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Steve Richard
Private party facilities
Group dining space is available on all three of Paddlefish’s decks. The first and third deck feature outdoor areas with magnificent views of beautiful Disney Springs™ and Lake Buena Vista. Please contact us for more information about reserving our private dining areas.
Private party contact
Group Sales Team: (407) 828-8996

Location
1670 N Buena Vista Dr, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
Neighborhood
Lake Buena Vista
Parking details
Self parking available in Lime and Orange Garages
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

Sunday Brunch
Multiple dates available
Sun - 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Every Sunday, we're serving up our brunch menu with the classic Bloody Mary until 3pm!

What 2,316 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.4Service
4.3Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

2,316 Reviews

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OdetteM
Orlando
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Kirsten was fabulous waitress!! She knew everything on the menu and recommended what to eat. She went above and beyond! To even refilling my water everytime. As well as gave us pins for our anniversary. AMAZING DEFINITELY RECOMMEND!
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sjcny
Jacksonville
23 reviews
3.0
23 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall3food3service3ambience2
Sat upstairs very bright not much ambiance. So bright can’t really see outside at a window table. We got calamari - small basket of rings with a lot of deep fried dough crumbs. I got the filet mignon ($52.) just ok asked for med got med well, came with 3 asparagus spears and mashed potatoes. It also came with a side sauce which tasted like Worschestire sauce but it was cold like it was refrigerated, why would I want to put that cold sauce on my hot steak? Oddly our server was pleasant but not as informative to us about the menu as he was to the table next to us - heard things during their menu description that we did not know and may have persuaded us to choose other options.
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celebrationbeth
Orlando
52 reviews
vip
5.0
52 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great Grouper Sandwich with yummy, perfectly crispy fries! Our server, Cat, was wonderful!
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Stef
Miami
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Super delicious food. Very crowded but still great
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LauraR
Fort Lauderdale
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had Thanksgiving dinner and it was amazing… all staff was friendly, knowledgeable about the menu, and very friendly!!! We had an amazing experience!
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KarenS
Orlando
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall2food2service3ambience1
We were given a table right beside the Ladies restroom AND the lift, so there were was constantly peoole walking right past our table, we were told we couldn't be moved& coukdnt be sat by a window.. The noise level in the restaurant was incredible, we found it difficult to have a conversation. Food was OK & server was fine.
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OpenTable Diner
Orlando
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service4ambience5
We had thanksgiving dinner. It was a huge plate, enough to bring leftovers home. Did was fast and hot, we were in and out in an hour. There were 3 adults and 2 children, 2 glasses of wine and 2 soft drinks came to $200 with tip. We have eaten here a few times and sat in many different locations. This was a cool table because it was in the bar area by the boil room, which is all glass so you can see the boil being prepared. We had great time.
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AnnE
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic food. Great, great food server!!! Lovely atmosphere. Perfect evening
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johnnymaps
New York Area
49 reviews
5.0
49 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Touristy of course but unique. Food and presentation was excellent. Server was attentive, knowledgeable and pleasant.
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Jorge excellent server. Crabcakes outstanding. Noise level a bit high but high energy.
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StephenT
Columbus
2 reviews
vip
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience3
First time eating inside at Paddlefish and it was very loud. Hard to hold a conversation, felt like a college bar from a noise level.
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ChristineH
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is our second time coming here. The first time was 3 years ago. The food and service is still amazing. The food came out fast and was cooked perfectly! My family and I would definitely come back here again.
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MarkY
Western NC
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2023
overall3food4service3ambience3
Perhaps my expectations are too high, but when I dine a la carte, expect flatware to changed between courses. Expect bottled wine to be properly presented and poured during dinner (not self service). Not once did a manager touch our table.
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AlexR
New York Area
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The catfish and the catch of the day, swordfish were incredible and me and my fiancé loved everything we had. I would recommend Paddlefish to everyone who comes to Disney springs.
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KrystalE
Pittsburgh
9 reviews
vip
2.0
9 reviews
Dined on November 6, 2023
overall2food2service2ambience2
Our waiter was very nice however it was busy and we didn’t get to see the waiter often when we needed things. The food was just ok. The noise level was excessive. We had a nice table by the window however it was so bright in the dining room we couldn’t see outside like the other areas of the restaurant that were dimmed.
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GissellaB
San Francisco
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 6, 2023
overall3food2service1ambience4
The restaurant is beautiful with an amazing view but Food wasn't that great, served toke like half an hour before even brought the bread even though was a Monday night Overall was just an okay experience.
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JennifferB
Columbus
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Server was fantastic! Food was delicious, and dining room is pretty/nice views ! 10/10
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Shawnr
Detroit
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Great place. Food was good and service was outstanding.
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Carm30
Des Moines
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 2, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience3
The room we were seated in was so noisy...we couldn't hear the waiter or our party, but the server was great and so was the food. Some acoustical tiles would go a long way to help with the noise in that space.
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jeff
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 31, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best dinner I had in two years. Stuffed cod was great
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JimD
New York Area
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very nice dining experience. Food and service was excellent Ambiance was great and matre'd was very pleasant and accomodating.
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HollyT
Denver
13 reviews
3.0
13 reviews
Dined on October 25, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience3
Way too loud Didn’t offer wine menu and we had a business dinner Forgot steak knives Other staff left dirty rags on the table across from us and wiping down glasses while we are eating Way too much money for poor service Filet was tough Will not recommend
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carol
Naples
60 reviews
vip
5.0
60 reviews
Dined on October 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Adam was an excellent server. Crab cakes were delicious! A bit noisy inside
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AnthonyO
Orlando
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on October 24, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
Excellent restaurant very high-quality food. Excellent excellent excellent
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SandraM
Richmond
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Highly recommend getting a rooftop table. The view is great, and you can see Magic Kindom fireworks in the distance. Wine list is perfect and the food is delicious! Great oysters, tuna and scallops.
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Jpdgotti
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on October 23, 2023
overall2food2service4ambience2
Food was below average. Service was great. Sat next to 5 children running around the table and across from the bar. Unless your sitting outside, not worth it.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 23, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience4
Kevin was the most amazing server, he really took it to infinity and beyond!!! Great experience!!
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on October 21, 2023
overall3food3service4ambience2
The waiter was very good, the food and drinks came out timely, we just didn’t like the ambiance, inside and stuffy.
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HatemA
Tampa
3 reviews
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 21, 2023
overall1food1service1ambience1
Food was decent, nice atmosphere, however very rude staff and managers. Manager that was on shift Saturday 10/22/23 between 5pm and 6pm ruined our birthday experience. Never going back again
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Ankur
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We celebrated our anniversary at Paddlefish with our 2-year old. We were seated outside, as requested, and the staff were very friendly and hospitable from the get go. Our server, Penelope, was amazing and made us feel looked after during our visit. Her recommendations regarding food and drinks were on point and we thoroughly enjoyed every bit of our experience. Desserts on the house to recognize our milestone while enjoying the fireworks from Magic Kingdom were a nice finishing touch to a great experience.
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The best shrimp and grits ever! I usually hate grits but these are spectacular.
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ChuckN
Coastal Georgia
12 reviews
vip
4.0
12 reviews
Dined on October 20, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
Overall s good place for dinner. Server was very good but the food was 60/20/20. 60 good 20 just ok 20 Overcooked or not cooked properly.
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Sebastien
Montreal
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 16, 2023
overall2food3service1ambience2
The food was acceptable and the view really great. Unfortunately the service was really rushing us to leave. We didn’t have the time to finish starter than entrees were brought to our table and when they noticed we hadn’t finished, they just pushed the plate to have some space… We asked for dessert for our child but it was forgotten and we got the check without being asked if we wanted dessert ourself. When we got the dessert we have been asked if we wanted it to go…. No we want to eat in the restaurant…. At our table. We had a discount that wasn’t accounted for the first time and they had to credit the card with the initial amount charged before charging the correct amount. Overall disappointing experience in a Disney restaurant
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JROB
Western NC
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on October 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food and service. Our server, Marissa was one of the best ever. Asked about allergies and answered a plethora of questions. The larger lower dining room was very loud so if that bothers you ask for the side seating.
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HelenS
Orlando
35 reviews
vip
5.0
35 reviews
Dined on October 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service by Penelope who was both efficient and helpful A lovely meal all round Filet mignon and salmon were both very good
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Unknwn
Greater Boston
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
My wife and I both spent 10+ years in the service industry. Restaurants, bars, nightclubs etc. so we know a thing or two with how things work and what should be expected from servers, managers, bartenders… Marissa was our waitress tonight and wow did she really impress the hell out of us. My wife has some fairly extreme dietary restrictions. Marissa payed very close attention, got all the answers we needed and was just overall awesome. I could go on forever praising her. But let’s get to the food. 10 out of 10. Lobster was perfect, etouffee was perfect. I mean, this place knocked it out of the park! A+++
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Clos
Calgary
34 reviews
vip
4.0
34 reviews
Dined on October 12, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience5
Great place for a calm dining experience inside or outside. Food is fresh and not oversized. Simple and solid Sevive
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Tiffany
Baltimore
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 10, 2023
overall4food5service3ambience5
Everything was nice except it took 2 hours from the time we sat down until we got our food. They did not offer any type of price adjustments and our appetizers and entree came at the same time.
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MarkL
Orlando
28 reviews
vip
5.0
28 reviews
Dined on October 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was fantastic, the selection was very diverse and everything went together very well.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were celebrating a birthday so wanted a restaurant that had good ambiance, amazing service and great food and the Paddlefish was all the and above. We also loved our waiter Jorge, he went above and beyond to make this night special for us and we all appreciated it. We will definitely be adding this place to our list for special outings.
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Sealed or wrapped utensils used
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Paddlefish is rated 4.3 stars by 2316 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Nov 30, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 48 times today

1670 N Buena Vista Dr, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830

Additional information

Neighborhood
Lake Buena Vista
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:30 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Seafood
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Self parking available in Lime and Orange Garages
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Steve Richard
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.paddlefishrestaurant.com/
Phone number
(407) 934-2628
Private party facilities
Group dining space is available on all three of Paddlefish’s decks. The first and third deck feature outdoor areas with magnificent views of beautiful Disney Springs™ and Lake Buena Vista. Please contact us for more information about reserving our private dining areas.
Private party contact
Group Sales Team: (407) 828-8996

Paddlefish

Make a reservation

Private dining

Additional information

Offers

Sunday Brunch

Menu

What 2,316 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing

Screening

FAQs

How is Paddlefish restaurant rated?

Is Paddlefish currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Additional information