There’s a moment when you walk into The Hampton Social in Orlando when you realize you’ve stumbled upon Florida’s worst-kept secret – a coastal-inspired paradise where the octopus isn’t just a menu item, it’s practically a celebrity with its own fan club and social media following.
Let’s be honest, when most people think “Orlando dining,” their minds immediately jump to overpriced theme park food or chain restaurants with mascots and birthday songs that make you want to hide under the table.
But The Hampton Social is that rare unicorn – a restaurant that makes you forget you’re in the land of mouse ears and endless summer humidity.
Nestled in Orlando, this coastal-inspired haven has become a destination for food enthusiasts who appreciate the finer things in life, like perfectly grilled octopus and an atmosphere that makes you feel like you’ve been transported to the Hamptons without the hassle of actually dealing with Hamptons traffic…