Mexican • $$
“I was excited for this place, so when I saw their open sign I decided to go. I have to say, with all these new Mexican restaurants opening in the (Orlando) area I didn't have high hopes but this place really exceeded my expectations. The inside is absolutely beautiful and spacious. It smells good and clean. We felt very welcomed. They have a big menu with many different options that most restaurants don't usually offer. This was a good sign! I love trying new foods. Some of the items on their menu that stood out to me were *molotes- plantains filled with queso and chorizo *carne en su jugo (mexican style beef stew) *chilaquiles *tacos de campo (cactus tacos) *tacos campechano (bacon, steak, chorizo tacos) *ahi tuna, ceviche, ceviche verde *tableside guac! *cheesecake chimichanga Of course they offer SO much more than this, including fajitas, quesadillas, chimichangas, enchiladas, bowls, chicken platters, salads, soups, the list goes on. We started off with the tableside guacamole, it was freshly made and tasted great! We couldn't stop eating it with the complementary chips and salsa of course. We asked for the house spicy sauce, it was delicious and extremely spicy!! For the main course, we ordered an al pastor bowl, tacos campechanos, and a carne asada. Everything tasted delicious. The carne asada was a little off tasting, like the way the made it wasn't with charcoal grill but other than that it was enjoyable. The tacos campechano (steak, bacon, chorizo) were beyond flavorful and they came on blue corn tortillas. The Al pastor bowl was tasty. The adobo of the pork was seasoned well. Everything tasted great. Although I feel the service could've been better. We were ready to go for a while, our server (Julio) got busy with other tables which is understandable he definitely glanced at us a few times and saw we were looking to be helped but chose to leave us waiting. I wouldn't mind waiting if I didn't have my sleepy toddler who was ready to go. Other servers saw we were looking for our server and just passed by. They should focus more on team work. But other than that I will be back! Also, the prices are lower than most restaurants in the area. For the quality of everything, we felt the prices were on the lower side. This is definitely a plus and I can see this place thriving due to all they have to offer their customers. You have to try this place at least once!“
“Great place to have excellent food. The chips and salsa they bring to the table are really good, and so is the service. The Quesabirrias are one of the best we have had, and so are the Birria Tacos. This last time I had El Burrito, with chorizo, and it was great.“
“Wednesday we stopped in and to our surprise they had a Crayfish special buy one get one so I tried one of their Crayfish Boils and got a 1 pound boil bag dinner for the price of only a ½ pound boil bag and also got a ½ pound Snow Crab Boil bag , wife got a 1 pound Snow Crab boil bag and we shared a batch of fried Oysters for an appitizer. Amazing Boils and the Oysters were delicious aswell. It's been awhile since we had gone but will be putting this back in our lunch and dinner rotation again...“
“I was treated to lunch to celebrate my 60th birthday and it was wonderful! Alma was our waitress and she made sure we had everything we needed. I love service that is attentive without being overpowering and this was it! My daughter and I split the nachos supreme and wow was it a lot of food! I definitely recommend and will be back!“
“This place was an amazing gem to find without even looking for it. Came for a Saturday afternoon brunch, got seated promptly, service was great, drinks were great, but the food was out of this world. We had the excellent elote, tamal, and brunch fundido, but the pan de uchepos was a particular star. Even the chips and salsa were spicy, smoky, sweet, and elevated. I will make a point to come here any time I visit Orlando.Vegetarian options: Several brunch options were vegetarian, and several others had clearly labeled options to make them vegetarian (e.g. mushrooms instead of chorizo in brunch tortillas)Wheelchair accessibility: The spacious patio seating has direct at-grade access to the sidewalk. We ate outside, so I can't comment on the interior.“
“This restaurant can be missed if your driving by and paying attention to the road lol, but you can find parking near-by and walk over with no issues. On our most recent visit, we sat by the bar since reservations were needed for regular seating. I tried 2 different drinks and ordered the truffle bag boys with the impossible burger - the sliders were delicious! The first drink was 'beet the heat' and this tasted kind of like a beet juice smoothy with alcohol and was not for me lol. The second was more my vibe - juicy j which seemed like a twist on the classic daiquiri and did quench my thirst. The bar tender also provided great customer service and had our drinks ready with the quickness. Check this place out!“
“My wife and I have been trying to get here for quite some time, and we were able to get there today. The food did not disappoint at all. Chicken and waffles, crab cakes, and Blanca vegetarian omelette were all cooked well and were very tasty.“
“This is my first time visiting Otto's high dive, and it was for a work meeting. We came into the place and were immediately greeted by the owner, who went over the menu, how everything works, and explained that it was more of a shared plates type of place. There was about 12 of us in our group, so we liked the idea of that! We were quickly seated (even without the full party, which was a plus), and my boss & I had a conversation while we waited for the rest of our party. Prior to my parties arrival, they set up the table with several glasses of water several bottles to pour from silverware and topic size place we thought it was really cool that they provided all the stuff prior to the party getting here so we didn't kinda have to just sit there and wait. Once everyone in the party arrive, we took a minute to look over the menu and decided to try one of their very famous meal options, the Abundancia. Which had a fitting name! This featured several carafes of daiquiris, a four tiered seafood tower, pastelitos, ropa vieja, rice and beans, cuban bread, and flan and tres leches for dessert. There was SO MUCH FOOD! And we had a great time enjoying it. The restaurant was busy, and a little crowded, but that only added to the experience. I'll be back soon!“
Mexican • $
“Josue and Gabriela were the best waiters in all of Orlando. They were super attentive, detailed, and the recommendations were spectacular. We ate tacos (chicken, carnitas, and steak) and we ate queso fondido, everyone who comes here has to eat queso fondido. The music, AMAZING, the food AMAZING, the waiters, SUPER AMAZING In general everything was SPECTACULAR ?“
“Worth the drive out of Kissimmee. Nice area to visit. The food was very tasty. Good appys, yummy pizza. The pastas we tried all tasted fresh with great flavours. Cecio e Pepe, squid ink pasta and ravioli cannot go wrong. Service was excellent.“
“We celebrated my husband’s 40th birthday here for brunch on a Sunday. The staff were amazing and very accommodating. We had a large party of 16 and they didn’t miss a beat. The drinks were fantastic and the food excellent. Everyone had a great time ! I highly recommend for any celebration !“
“Our experience at Kres Chophouse was exceptional.Our waiter was attentive, knowledgeable, friendly and professional.The food was amazing. Everyone at our table thoroughly enjoyed their meals.What really made this such a unique and enjoyable experience was the ability to enjoy a fabulous meal with my vegan daughter. I cannot think of another restaurant that has such amazing offerings for both "Vegans and Carnivores".Typically when dining together one of us has to compromise. Most restaurants have limited vegan offerings. Vegan restaurants almost never have things non-vegans truly enjoy. Kres has found the secret sauce to combine both, a truly world class steak house and vegan restaurant in one.My only complaint is that I do not live in Orlando. (Now, I have another reason to visit my daughter.)Please open a restaurant in South Florida soon!“
“Interesting concept but it seems working well. In Japan we have Yakitori restaurant which more like bar. Kind of same concept. Stop by after work walk in sit down at bar get drink and small skewered foods. We will be back for quick bite for sure!“
“Craving tacos bad and decided to try out Anejo. I had the Steak Rajas Tacos and they were quite good. Will have to return to test the other ones out. Make sure to ask for salsa for the tacos if doing carry-out, in case they forget (they did for us). The tacos included rice and beans, along with chips and salsa.“
Distilleries • $$$
“This is must stop if you are in the winter park area- we went to lunch at patios and seen this behind our car when we left and decided to stop! So happy that we did! We had a great time with amazing knowledgeable staff and would recommend to anyone in the area! Thank you to Tracy and Brit !! You guys Rock!!“
“Fantastic food, fantastic service. The chicken & dumplins is a dish that I don't think I'll ever forget. I will be back soon to order again! I recommend getting early if driving, the Ivanhoe parking can get a little wild. Excited to go back!“
“The absolute BEST fried mojara I have ever tried! It was cooked to perfection! I substituted the rice for fresh crisp coleslaw salad. The seasoning on fish was just right! First time late dining on a Saturday and pleasantly surprised with the live music. The dance floor was lively at 9:30 pm.“
“I dropped by for Sunday Brunch today with my wife and three other friends. This was our first visit, but most assuredly will not be our last. We found the food and drink to not only be incredibly flavorful, but well-composed and both thoughtful and intentional in complementing the other selections on the menu. We chose to each order something different and pass around (which I highly recommend). Of special note are: the breading on the fried chicken, the hollandaise sauce on the Benedict, the shakshouka, and the white sangria. The real star of the visit, however, was the staff - each of whom was happy, engaging and interested in making our experience memorable. As that becomes more and more rare, kudos to the owner and managing staff for making this a clear priority. As a group who dines out with great regularity, this restaurant jumps out as a real gem. We are looking forward to our return to sample the regular menu. Thank you for a lovely experience!“
“The Neighbors is the bar that everyone wants in their neighborhood - friendly staff, delicious drinks, unique gifts, and Ruka (the dalmatian) to greet you at the door. It's a great spot for happy hour any day (except Tuesday, when they are closed) and on the weekend they have live music to enjoy while you sip and stroll. If you haven't checked out this great local spot, you are definitely missing out.“
“We got there at 4:40 pm, just before they opened, and omg, there was a huge crowd of people waiting outside.It took us 20 minutes to reach the counter, and they told us that the wait would be 1.5 hours. Let me tell you, it was absolutely worth every minute. The ramen was the best thing I've ever had in my life. Words can't describe it. MUST try.“
“This is the best place for anyone who loves anything spooky or having to do with Halloween!I've been to a number of burlesque shows there, and I love how intimate the shows can feel since the venue itself is set up in an amazing way!I always have a blast here no matter how many times I visit!“
“I've been here many times, but I recently took my company's executive team and we were blown away. Most notice were the pork belly s'mores. A savory miso marshmallow? Outstanding. I love the vibe in here, the decor is beautiful and it's not too loud but not awkwardly quiet either. Our server was very attentive and knowledgeable“
“Great atmosphere! Very friendly staff! My only complaint would be the music. Always playing extremely loud pop music and it's very hard to have a good conversation on the patio sometimes. Otherwise everything is wonderful. Great beer selection and appetizers. They also always have other food trucks and craft vendors hanging around ?“
“Celebrated my birthday here, and it was a pleasant experience. On a Tuesday night it was not busy. The building definitely has an older smell to it, but the interior has been modernized. Our server was attentive. The Shrimp & Crab Wonton Flatbread was our absolute favorite!“
Cocktail Bar • $$$
“I’m mad at this a speakeasy downtown has a dress code so don’t show up in flip-flops cause you won’t get in but great clientele. Great cocktail wishes very relaxed atmosphere and like I said you’re in the downtown very easy-going enjoy yourself have a great time I will talk in the parking lot parking is not free.“
“Been to Broken Cage several times and always enjoyed the service and the drinks, but today was special. Marcin, in addition to providing amazing service, went out of his way to create some amazing cocktails for me. Always an amazing experience when you encounter people who love what they do and are excited to share their passion with you.“
“What can I say? The old lady and I were not disappointed. (She’s not actually an old lady, I just like to mess with her). Don’t go here if you’re expecting there to be sun. It should be called great drinks and chill vibes-room. But I can see why they didn’t go with that name. Sunroom was recommended to me by two buddies, their names are unimportant to this story as they chose to not come by.. We came on a Wednesday night and it was super quiet in there. We sat at the bar and were helped right away. Love that we were served water without having to ask for it (it’s the little things). It was spotless in here, styled beautifully. Definitely a great place to bring a date for sure. The playlist was on point. On to the drinks, why you’re actually still reading this far.. I started with the Jalisco Inferno and she started with an Appletini. Both were crafted carefully and tasted amazing. 10/10 x2. We then tried Saturn, & Blue Haitian again, the attention to detail and flavors on these drinks were wonderful. She wasn’t a big fan of the Blue Haitian (if you like fresh ginger go for it, this drink was actually nuts) we swapped but I loved Saturn as well. 10/10 x2 again. It’s clear the bartenders care about what they do & it reflects heavily in the drinks they craft. We left to Hawkers for some food but we popped back in for another Appletini & I went for the Cafe Bandito this time. Let me just say if I had a drinking problem (I might), I’d want one of these for breakfast everyday (I won’t) It was phenomenal. 100% will be returning to try more of the menu out.There were a lot of rocks in the parking lot. If we all show up with a sling shot one day we could probably clear them out pretty easy. Just saying.“
“The drinks, service, prices, and ambiance here were amazing! I am absolutely coming back. There was live music and couches to sit on. Also, I forgot the name of the drink I had because some drinks are seasonal, but it was so incredibly good! My boyfriend got the Panama By Van Halen By Gillian Carter drink and we loved it. Live laugh love Lil Indies!Kid-friendliness: It is 21+ and a bar. No kids“
“What a wonderful surprise this was! The decor and ambience are retro tiki. If you like tiki, you will love the vibe here. According to their website, Aku Aku is a tribute to the original which was located in Vegas in the 1960s. We enjoyed our cocktails, and left with way too many mugs, as well as a couple of cute t-shirts! Sitting at the bar was a fun experience, and our bartender was friendly (too bad I didn't get her name). We finished with their version of a daiquiri called a "snackquiri"--which is a smaller size daiquiri, but they have 3 variations. The one I had includes Dr. Bird rum for that funkier flavor, and I loved it. I'd recommend stopping in here if you like tropical vibes and tiki cocktails.“
“The Guesthouse has become my ultimate go-to for a chill night out in Orlando. Great bartenders, nice crowd, good music, easy parking, and modern yet cozy vibes. Even though they don't serve food, it looks like they host some food vendor pop-up events and one is allowed to bring in food from Black Rooster taqueria next door (I've never seen anyone doing it though). Their sister bar, Sunroom, is well worth a visit if you want a change to a more sophisticated and quieter ambiance and expanded cocktail offerings.“
“Absolutely love Gnarley Barley. Everyone is always so friendly whenever we are there. Excellent atmosphere. I would eat the cheese curds everyday and never get tired of them. They're hands down the best in all of Orlando, probably Florida. Pickle dip is also a big hit in our family.“
“This is a wonderful bar! The decorations of the place are really cool, and the staff is extremely friendly and funny. I enjoyed that they explained the theme of the bar and had great vibes all the time. I ordered the King of Kaiju. It was delicious, refreshing, and the presentation was amazing!! I'm definitely going back soon!“
“Very unassuming cocktail bar within the Entertainment District of downtown Orlando. This used to be a Subway restaurant, and that will forever make me laugh. The interior decor is something straight out of dark academia (minus the taxidermy and oddities). It's extremely tasteful, cozy, and straight up out of a West Elm (dark & haunted) magazine. They have one of the best allocated bourbon selections downtown, the service is friendly, and the menu is laid out as it is. The vibe current n a Friday night at quarter til midnight - chillhop music, good vibes, and overall a place id love to bring friends for a night out.“
“The atmosphere really transports you to an island , even if you’ve never been here before you feel the Caribbean experience , the music had us dancing all night and the food was amazing , things I had never tried before , especially the wings it’s definitely a spot to have a nice vibe with friends or family after work or even on the weekends… definitely will be back.“
“This is a must when visiting Orlando. Lobster dish was good, but missing that added touch that every other dish had... we tried several items...chix and dumplings dish was fav!! Fresh fish was excellent and prepared just right! Drinks also rocked!!“
“Had not been in years and was excited to see the upgrades. The building is beautiful, the staff was great from the hostesses to our go-to waiter Mr. NICK. He was great from his food suggestions to his superb service. The band was absolutely fantastic. So that you wonder why guys like these are not at Mahaffey Theater or Ruth Eckerd Hall performing. But not everyone needs fame and fortune to be successful or noticed. Hats off to them. Special kudos to them all. IT WAS A GREAT NIGHT!! and we'll be back. PS - A little update on the menu. Great choices, but not enough of them.“
“Wow! We had such a great visit here and the food was amazing starting with Brushetta (which I forgot to photograph) to chicken and Ahi tuna entrees, to the Carrot Cake dessert! Drinks were great too! We always sit at the bar and Adam & Mallorey were awesome!“
“A nice bar that serves STIFF mixed drinks at good prices! Inside is smoking allowed. There is seating/tables outside if indoor smoking is your issue. You MUST try the ham on rye sandwich with chips and a pickle! ( More bar/finger foods possibly to come.) The owner (Kat) and bartenders are always personable and friendly. They have USB charging stations on the napkin holders (have your own charging cord). Touch tunes jukebox, one dart board, an ATM and a cigarette vending machine. There are no pool tables here. Check this place out if you're in the area!Parking: I've yet to ever have an issue with parking here.“
“Super cool deco and vibe! Staff was amazing and made delicious cocktails. We tried several of the drinks : Flutterwakken Flower, My wife’s favorite of the evening. I tried the Jabberwocky, was like a tequila mojito. I liked it a lot. The Here kitty kitty was good. I liked the flavor of the drink but didn’t care for the egg white topping. Absolem has a licorice flavor which made us think of a lavender lemon drop, the Looking Glass was super pretty and glittery made with vodka.Prices 16 and up a drink“
“Stellar people, a fantastic experience and most of all superlative cocktails. Brown, Kyle and René with his popup on Mondays have all been world class bartenders and individuals. My favorite cocktail destination in town and the best soundtrack of any bar. The place I go when, I wanna vibe, get a good drink, and meet people.“
“Our groups has had dinner meetings for several years at Delaney's and the food is wonderful and service is always outstanding. I have also frequented with my husband and friends for lunch, happy hour and dinner and service is always dependable and the food is delicious. I have enjoyed appetizers, soups, salad and several different entrees. The bar has some amazing cocktails. It is lucky to have such a restaurant and bar in the South of Downtown area.“
“A little tardy in my review, but if I could I would give Cork & Olive 10 stars.The service was unbelievable.The food was fantastic. We had steak, pasta, chicken picatta, diablo something or other and let's not forget Mama's meatballs.The owner and his wife went out of thier way to make our time resemble the Italian family dinners I had growing up with our neighbors. Just with fine service and a bit more style.The gang doesn't get together as often as we like or should, so thank you for making this one of our most memorable.“
“Twas a dark and stormy night in the 8th layer of hell the lost souls of the East know as “Orlando”. As the clouds shrouded the sky, I stumbled into this saloon for shelter from the impending Burning Rain of Death. The rake behind the counter, Garret, kindly offered me a libation to which I vehemently obliged. Before the cold glass met my lips, I was frozen in my chair by the sight of a wicked woman with fiery hair the locals know to be Winnifred. We spoke wildly into the night of spooky dino chickie nuggies, Disney +, Malibu potions, and cauldron maintenance, of course. She lent me her boOooOooOok and I would love nothing more than to return it to her, as it won’t stop staring at me. If you see her, please do let her know I would love to reconnect, and would also take her up on Billy’s number if she’s indeed done with him.“
“At first i was skeptical to enter this establishment it popped up out of know where and was an echo of lizzy mccormicks. But alas i entered and was taken care of by Karly who was very knowledgeable about cocktails and the downtown area .her drinks were perfect and service made my day 10/10 will be returning to visit !“
“My favorite speakeasy downtown. If you get in right away you're in luck, but if there is a wait they always keep you informed and let you know you can also bring a drink from the downstairs bar while you wait. Once you go up the stairs to the Shoe Repair this is a wonderful experience from the moment you step in there to you last moments hanging out at the rooftop. The drinks are delicious and my current favorite would be the "hard to find" I hope this never goes away from the menu“
“Love the all vinyl dj sets, and they're pulling in some really good djs! Our bartender hooked up a pretty good old fashioned for me during happy hour and my wife loved the drink he introduced her to. Chill place in the middle of Orlando chaos“
“Wow did I have a great time here,everytime i come to Orlando I goto the Robinson room and the place never disappoints.the drinks are amazing and the staff is amazing.i will continue to come back and let my friends know about this amazing spot.“
“I came here to celebrate a friend's birthday and the place did not disappoint. Excellent appetizers, great drinks and the staff were friendly. This Place has a really good vibe to it, Will definitely return.Parking: Parking can be found in the street or at a parking garage behind the wildflower“
“Already one of Orlando’s best bars for cocktails, art, DJs and music on a stage. Classy artsy and the most sociable people you’ll met at any club, music stage or venue around. Approachability, classiness, yet affordable. Full disclosure: I have performed at basically every venue in town and so technically I work for everyone but The Arena Art Bar is a great choice on my off day, and a spot where I always meet music and local legends.Parking: Three garages within a thousand feet of it for ten dollars each. Garages never get full as they’re 6 stories. Free street parking nights and weekends.“
“I was taken back when I walked in! Gorgeous atmosphere & great for so many occasions! The food was awesome, the drinks were unique & delicious. Our server Carlos was extremely nice & knowledgeable about the entire menu, I’ll definitely be asking for him again when we come back!“