About Bites & Bubbles
Located in the heart of Orlando’s Mills 50 District at Mills Park, Bites & Bubbles is a Contemporary American restaurant with a European flair. The menu reflects a blend of European influence and the signature Bites & Bubbles style. Quite simply, Bites equals food and Bubbles equals drink. The concept was created by Eddie Nickell and Nicholas Olivieri.
Bites & Bubbles offers a stylish yet relaxed atmosphere designed to feel both intimate and inviting. The main dining room, with just seven tables and an expansive bar, evokes the charm of a tucked-away neighborhood spot in New York or Paris. Guests can also enjoy covered patio and lanai seating for al fresco dining, as well as rooftop dining with a lively, elevated feel. Every dining area offers the full dinner menu, an extensive wine list, and craft cocktails.
At its core, Bites & Bubbles is inspired by a time when American dining began embracing the flavors and techniques of Europe without losing its own identity. It is a concept that pays homage to classic dining, when food was refined, thoughtful, and rooted in technique, but never meant to feel stiff or pretentious.
The menu changes often based on the freshest ingredients available. Chef Eddie prefers to cook from what is best for the day rather than buying too far ahead, allowing the menu to remain dynamic and seasonal. Influences range from French cuisine to traditional American favorites, with touches of Italian inspiration throughout. The menu also features an international cheese selection, shareable bites, and more substantial entrée selections.
Bites & Bubbles is a family business, and that spirit is part of the experience. You will find Eddie in the kitchen and Nicholas in the dining room, welcoming guests and helping to create a warm, personal experience from start to finish. We are grateful for the opportunity to serve you and for your support of local, independently owned businesses like Bites & Bubbles.
About Us
Eddie began his hospitality career at just 14 years old in a Howard Johnson’s restaurant in Ohio. He later joined Marriott International in Dayton before moving into the world of French fine dining. Over the years, he worked in acclaimed restaurants including L’Auberge in Dayton, The Down Under in Fort Lauderdale, and La Ville Maison in Boca Raton. In 2007, Eddie purchased a building on Mills Avenue and began developing his own restaurant concepts. Since then, he has created and sold a range of concepts, from Asian fusion to American diner cuisine, while always feeling drawn back to his roots in French-inspired cooking. At Bites & Bubbles, that passion comes to life through an eclectic menu that changes often and is driven by freshness, creativity, and technique.
Nicholas began his hospitality career over 30 years ago, encouraged by his partner, Eddie Nickell. His experience took him from restaurants in Dayton and Fort Lauderdale to the hotel industry, including the Opryland Hotel in Nashville and later Marriott’s Harbor Beach Resort & Spa in Fort Lauderdale, and finally here in Orlando at Grande Lakes featuring the JW Marriott and The Ritz Carlton, Orlando. Over the years, he worked in roles ranging from restaurant management to director of sales before leaving Marriott International and The Ritz-Carlton in 2010 to join Eddie full-time in their restaurant ventures. Today, Nicholas is most often found in the dining room at Bites & Bubbles, helping to ensure guests feel welcomed and well cared for.
We look forward to serving you at Bites & Bubbles.
Bon appétit,
Cheers!
Chef Eddie “Bites”
& Nick “Bubbles”
