Taverna Opa - Orlando

Yes, many families visit Taverna Opa: guests describe belly dancers who engage children, family-style meals, and even a parent noting their three-year-old loved the meatballs.

Taverna Opa gets busiest during peak evening service, Fridays and Saturdays after 6:30pm often move to priority seating with a minimum wait, and the late-evening entertainment (energy rising around 9pm) fills the dining room. For a quieter visit, reviewers reported Sunday afternoons/early evenings being calm, and the patio is noted as a more relaxed option.

Taverna Opa is a high-energy, theatrical Greek tavern, expect belly dancers, napkin-throwing and DJ-driven music that turn dinner into a lively celebration, while decorative touches like a central paper-flower/tree add to the festive scene.

Smart casual, polished but relaxed attire fits well, and many guests dress up a touch for birthdays and other celebrations at Taverna Opa.

For a calmer visit, try lunch or early evening (Sunday afternoons have been noted as quiet); if you want the full party experience, come after the entertainment begins, dancing starts around 7 PM and the dining room often ramps up by about 9 PM.

Taverna Opa is open Monday–Thursday and Sunday from 11:30 am–10:00 pm, and Friday–Saturday from 11:30 am–11:00 pm; happy hour runs daily 3:00 pm–6:00 pm.

For a truly lively evening, Sunday nights are a great pick, reviewers note the restaurant can be quiet in the late afternoon but very busy by 7:00 pm when the entertainment ramps up; keep in mind Fridays and Saturdays after 6:30 pm use priority seating.

When you choose the family‑style meal at Taverna Opa, portions are generous, guests say there’s often more food than a group can finish and many are full after the shared platters and appetizers.

Yes, on busy nights (especially Fridays and Saturdays) Taverna Opa uses a seating list: reservations after 6:30 pm are treated as priority seating, your whole party is moved onto the seating list when present, and there is often a minimum wait of about 30 minutes.

Yes, several guests say Taverna Opa made for a perfect date night, praising the lively atmosphere and memorable, celebratory moments shared with partners.