Arnold Palmer’s Bay Hill Club is one of the best golf resorts in the world. The course is just 30 minutes away from Orlando International Airport and situated in Central Florida, making it a perfect base to explore other areas of the region. This includes places to eat and arguably the best restaurant near the Bay Hill Club is Christini’s Ristorante Italiano.
The Bay Hill Club boasts 27 holes of championship golf, with the course divided into three sets of nine holes. The sets of nine holes are called the Champion, the Challenger and the Charger. For those who follow the PGA Tour, you will have seen the top players on the planet contest the Arnold Palmer Invitational on the Challenger and Champion layout but you are entitled to play any combination of the three you desire.
In addition to the quality golf course, luxurious accommodation is available at Bay Hill, with a range of facilities on offer. However, if you want to enjoy a tremendous night out and a great meal, you should book a table at Christini’s Ristorante Italiano.
The restaurant is just a 10 minute drive from the Bay Hill Club, meaning you can drive yourself or take a taxi at little cost. We advise taking a taxi or Uber if you would like to sample some of the lovely wine available with your food.
Chris Christini, the owner of the best restaurant Orlando, sums it up in one sentence by saying, “one restaurant in one location, serving the highest quality cuisine, the best service and an inviting atmosphere in which to enjoy it”. With over 40 years in the business, including tours with New York’s The 21 Club and L’Originale Alfredo’s di Roma, Chris Christini knows what makes a great restaurant and this is evident at Christini’s Ristorante Italiano.
The food is fantastic and second to none in Florida but it is the little touches which make the difference. A strolling musician and a rose for each lady eating in the restaurant are nice additions and add to the overall experience of dining at Christini’s Ristorante Italiano. The fact so many celebrities have chosen to eat at this restaurant is testament to the high quality cuisine, atmosphere and service.
Mick Jagger and Stan Lee are two fine examples but perhaps the highest profile is Arnold Palmer. Considering his golf course is just a few minutes down the road, it maybe comes as little surprise to discover Palmer has visited Christini’s Ristorante Italiano. However, the story goes further and Mr. Palmer coached Christini on the golf course, changing the way he played dramatically. So much so, that despite being right handed, Palmer showed Christini he is actually a left handed golfer.
The next time you are playing golf at the Bay Hill Club, why not book a table for the evening at Christini’s? Not only will you have a special meal, you could find out what is like being taught by one of the greatest players in the history of golf.
