MARDEE'S BISTRO & LOUNGE – American
Haitian cooking with an American accent, tucked into Lake Ellenor Drive on Orlando's south side since 2020. The kitchen's calling card is the Griot Burger, a straight Haitian-American mash-up, but the plates people come back for are stewed turkey over white rice with bean sauce and the inky black-mushroom djon-djon rice. Diners talk about generous, deeply seasoned portions and hosts who treat an ordinary weeknight like an occasion. Warm room, craft mocktails, reservations worth making.
6925 LAKE ELLENOR DR STE 111, ORLANDO, FL, 32809 4072504965 https://www.mardeesbistro.com/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at MARDEE'S BISTRO & LOUNGE
Dairy-Free at MARDEE'S BISTRO & LOUNGE
MARDEE'S BISTRO & LOUNGE in Orlando has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Banan Peze (Fried Plantains), Diri Ak Djon Djon (Black Mushroom Rice) and Poulet en Sauce (Stewed Chicken). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at MARDEE'S BISTRO & LOUNGE
MARDEE'S BISTRO & LOUNGE in Orlando has 3 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Banan Peze (Fried Plantains), Poulet en Sauce (Stewed Chicken) and Pan-Seared Salmon. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at MARDEE'S BISTRO & LOUNGE
MARDEE'S BISTRO & LOUNGE in Orlando has 6 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Banan Peze (Fried Plantains), Diri Ak Djon Djon (Black Mushroom Rice) and Pan-Seared Salmon. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at MARDEE'S BISTRO & LOUNGE
MARDEE'S BISTRO & LOUNGE in Orlando has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Tropical Fruit Punch. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at MARDEE'S BISTRO & LOUNGE
MARDEE'S BISTRO & LOUNGE in Orlando has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Griot (Fried Pork) and Tropical Fruit Punch. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at MARDEE'S BISTRO & LOUNGE
MARDEE'S BISTRO & LOUNGE in Orlando has 5 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Banan Peze (Fried Plantains), Diri Ak Djon Djon (Black Mushroom Rice) and Legume (Vegetable Stew). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at MARDEE'S BISTRO & LOUNGE
MARDEE'S BISTRO & LOUNGE in Orlando has 5 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Banan Peze (Fried Plantains), Diri Ak Djon Djon (Black Mushroom Rice) and Legume (Vegetable Stew). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at MARDEE'S BISTRO & LOUNGE
MARDEE'S BISTRO & LOUNGE in Orlando has 4 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Diri Ak Djon Djon (Black Mushroom Rice), Pan-Seared Salmon and Legume (Vegetable Stew). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at MARDEE'S BISTRO & LOUNGE
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Griot (Fried Pork) | 0 g | 10.8 g |
| Pan-Seared Salmon | 17.4 g | 4.7 g |
| Tropical Fruit Punch | 4.1 g | 0 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Menu
Haitian Soul Food Mains
Authentic Haitian heritage dishes seasoned to perfection.
- Griot (Fried Pork) - $18.99: Tender marinated fried pork chunks served with pikliz Dietary tags: Low-Carb, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Legume (Vegetable Stew) - $16.99: Slow-cooked vegetable medley with eggplant, cabbage, and chayote Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Poulet en Sauce (Stewed Chicken) - $17.5: Haitian-style chicken simmered in a savory tomato-based sauce Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
American Bistro Classics
Upscale American favorites with a gourmet twist.
- Mardee's Signature Burger - $15.99: Premium beef patty, gourmet toppings, served with bistro fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pan-Seared Salmon - $24: Fresh Atlantic salmon with seasonal vegetables Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Diri Ak Djon Djon (Black Mushroom Rice) - $7.5: Traditional Haitian rice cooked with dried black mushrooms Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Banan Peze (Fried Plantains) - $5: Twice-fried savory green plantains Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Tropical Fruit Punch - $4.5: House-made blend of Caribbean fruits Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Haitian Coffee - $3.5: Rich, dark roast Haitian coffee beans Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about MARDEE'S BISTRO & LOUNGE
- Is MARDEE'S BISTRO & LOUNGE dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. MARDEE'S BISTRO & LOUNGE has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Banan Peze (Fried Plantains), Diri Ak Djon Djon (Black Mushroom Rice) and Poulet en Sauce (Stewed Chicken).
- What can I eat at MARDEE'S BISTRO & LOUNGE on a dairy-free diet?
- Banan Peze (Fried Plantains), Diri Ak Djon Djon (Black Mushroom Rice) and Poulet en Sauce (Stewed Chicken) carry the dairy-free tag, out of 5 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does MARDEE'S BISTRO & LOUNGE have vegan options?
- Yes. 5 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Banan Peze (Fried Plantains) and Diri Ak Djon Djon (Black Mushroom Rice).
- Is MARDEE'S BISTRO & LOUNGE gluten-free?
- 3 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at MARDEE'S BISTRO & LOUNGE?
- Griot (Fried Pork), at roughly 10.8g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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