Orchestria Palm Court Restaurant

I brought my kids to this remarkable restaurant for their birthdays.
It was a very unique experience and we had a lot of fun. The place is decorated in a very vintage fashion, complete with an old fountain bar serving phosphate drinks as well as other cocktails and milkshakes.
They have a unique menu and they seem to be very conscious of having quality healthy ingredients.
They told me that this is one of the very few locations in the United States where you could still get phosphate drinks. The entire seating area is surrounded by a variety of animatronic automated pianos that use a form of sheet rolls to play a variety of tunes.
It was very fascinating to enjoy our meal and watch and listen to these machines play around us. I believe the two partners that founded this place work behind the two different bar areas, they have quite the story of how they founded the restaurant based on their personal passion for collecting these machines.
And then the collection only grew and the result is this fascinating restaurant. If you're looking for a fun and unique experience in a vintage setting, then this place is for you.

This restaurant has a lot of interesting character in its decor with player pianos and other musical devices that still work and play period music.
It has a very historic and vintage vibe.
The food was well plated and had good, layered flavors.
The vegetables were cooked to perfection.
The pricing was very reasonable, even with a 25% tip automatically added to the bill.
The service was friendly but not necessarily attentive.
This is probably by design.
The customer's orders are not taken at the table.
They have to go to the bar (in the back) to place the order and pay the check.
This is not really efficient and can create a bottleneck during busier times.
The location is suitable for those going downtown for other events at nearby theaters, the convention center, or at the Plaza de Cesar Chavez.

Owner response

Very unique restaurant and ambience...
self playing instruments, old time charm and organically sourced food makes the visit worth it. The Shrimp Puttanesca and Chicken Breast Saltimbocca were excellent...loaded with veggies and proteins! Apricot Ambrosia from the ancient fountain was unique.will definitely visit again...
Reservation is recommended Love the fact that tip is included...