Hue is located in one of the hippest neighborhoods in Orlando, Thornton Park. As we drove up, I noted the many trendy bars and shops lining the streets of this cute area. Unfortunately, as is common throughout America, the developers here assumed that updating the look of the neighborhood meant going for the throwback—meaning the streets are cobbled, the buildings are red brick, and the lampposts are appropriately old-fashioned. It's not a bad look, but it can get overused.
The restaurant itself was beautiful and the menu mouthwatering. It isn't cheap—the average dinner entree is $28—but the service is extremely attentive, the setting relaxing, and the martini selection is top-notch.
I ordered the mahimahi and a lobster bisque. Neither was bad, but neither was particularly good, either. The mahimahi was on the dry side, and the bisque was far too thick (although chock-full of lobster). However, one of my dining companions ordered the filet mignon and proclaimed it the best steak he'd ever eaten.
I still had a nice experience at Hue and recommend you go and just choose wisely! Maybe fish is not their specialty, although in Florida, that's a real shame. It's still a great excuse to explore the Thornton Park neighborhood and knock back a lychee-orange martini. Also open for lunch.