50 Best Cocktail Bars near Longwood

“GS Lounge is Awesome place. The staff is Awesome. The new owners are the best. The place feels like family. love yall ..“

“it's a great place but a honest review is it's probably your scene if you're 40 and up and love motley Crue era type Rock“

“This place is one of our favorites in the area. This a scratch kitchen!! Brandon is awesome.. all staff is. Food is amazing. Always have to try their home made soup and home made pasta salad.“

“This is our favorite place for fun cocktails and local goodies 😃“

“Excellent concept! Great food trucks!“

“Best Place to Hang . Great People Jen, Will , great music from Greg, awesome Live shows from Eugene and his 5 Pints of Truth( like Pascal awesome Guitarist, Kate Great Voice, ….), … great patronage Josh, Nigel, JayMob and so much more! 🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍“

“Go weekly for happy hour and love it!“

“The Staff is Super Friendly,from the Greeters to the Kitchen, Especially the Manager and Waiters, Waitresses, Food is really Tasty and well presented. Over all, I can not say anything against this Restaurant. 💯, We go there every week.“

“Great experience & even better drinks“

“Had the Tacos last night . They were absolutely delicious. Beautiful Tavern. I met some really nice people there. Hung out with some friends and had a great night. If you haven't gone here go. You won't regret it. Val is Awesome.“

“Great night! Had a musician by the name of Rex Rex who did a good job. We had a lot of fun!“

“I recently ate here and the food was amazing and Paula was very kind and provided amazing service!“

“Great local spot perfect for starting your night out! They offer relatively affordable drinks, and the bartenders are pretty cool. There's a pool table that you don't have to pay for, darts, and lots of comfortable places to sit. Outside is a chill vibe as well, with several seats and tables out front - I've been there 3 times, and it's never been super crowded. Parking can be a challenge at times, but there are lots nearby to park at. I recommend starting out here if you're bar hopping and then walking to the mills (about a 5 minute walk, and you'll pass several bars along the way)“

“The food and service was amazing. I had the chimichanga was out of this world and our server Stephanie was outstanding.“

“We had their quesadilla and orange and pineapple mimosas! they were delish!! highly recommend. The atmosphere was super beautiful too!!“

“I love this place! I go in for amazing food during the day and if I decide to go out at night it is the perfect spot to be. Different dj’s every night which allows people with different music taste to enjoy. Also, pizza till 1 am… Can’t complain“

“Love Prato! So much fun! Great food! ❤️🍷“

“We went for lunch for my besties birthday. Food and service were amazing. A bonus is this spot is the BEST food ever. I havent had authentic Mexican food in Orlando since I lived in Southern California 13 years ago. The only drawback was the lighting. It was way too bright. We almost wanted to put on our Sunglasses but didn't want to be rude to such kind staff members. Please consider dimming your lighting. It is a great place though, nicely remodeled and great accents and pretty dinnerware. We have ordered food over 25 times and it is always excellent!“

“I stumbled across this place by chance this weekend and am glad I did. I was craving an Old Fashioned all week long. I tried the original and then the Southern style. Great staff, Bartenders were fantastic and also had brief conversations with the other guests. I highly recommend going. I will be back and next time I’ll hopefully have some friends with me.“

“So delicious! Excellent service from everyone, especially our server Shaun. He was so thorough and answered all our questions. The Cedar Key clams were to die for! I had the scallops and my husband had the burger for dinner- so freaking amazing ! I can’t say enough about this place! The owner was walking through the dining room checking on everyone, greeting everyone - thank you Carol for an exceptional experience!“

“Excellent food, wait staff and over all service. Great experience every time I visit“

“Lamp & Shade in the heart of Mills 50 Orlando lovely restaurant with an astonishing unique ambiance. I went yesterday evening to check out this restaurant and I was certainly impressed by the crafted food and delicious cocktails.“

“Been here twice now, ordered different items each time & they didn’t disappoint. It’s my “go to” place for Mexican food in the area. Service is always good & attentive (not sure why other reviews complain). If you’re in the area check it out. I’ll, definitely, be back.“

“Rum, Rum, and more Rum. Great selection!“

“Was incredible. The cheezus is a must. The spice from the bomb that was added into my Ramen made it just right for me(if you enjoy spicy) The shishito peppers accompanied the ramen perfectly. Our server Brandon was amazing and attentive, fun guy! All around, I highly recommend this place.“

“Antoney and his lovely wife could not be more generous and gracious of spirit. You feel like you are truly in good hands with these two and it's awesome to see a restaurant know the true meaning of hospitality. The food is all made from scratch and is OUTSTANDING. This place is a hidden and rare gem.“

“Stopped in for an early Biketoberfest dinner. Food was great and the atmosphere was very festive. Try the ribs, they were delicious.“

“My favorite restaurant in town! Excellent service and food.“

“Great music, good food and the chocolate desser was amazing. Staff is very friendly. It was a very nice relaxing evening!“

“My daughter and I had an absolutely amazing time at this restaurant. The food is great,the ambiance is amazing and the service is everything you would want it to be. Cheyenne, our server met all of our needs and more, super personable and attentive.“

“We had a wonderful experience celebrating two birthdays last night. The food was delicious as always, and our service was impeccable. The waiter was so personable, and our service was excellent! Christners is our place to go to for a special celebrations. We are never disappointed!“

“Came for our Anniversary and had outstanding service! The food was fantastic, the drinks were amazing. Wife said it was the best margarita she has had. I ordered the Fajitas and they were cooked to perfection. They went the extra mile for our anniversary and we will definitely be coming back for future.“

“I just want to say what an amazing place this is. We have been here many times and every time service is on point and food is amazing! We’ve had Taylor and Yez as our servers and they are both AMAZING! Tyra is so wonderful and remembers us every time and makes sure to take very good care of us! Jenna the bartender makes the perfect drinks! This place is where we should all be spending our money at. Not corporate places. They truly care about our experience! We will definitely be back!!“

“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.“

“Great venue for having a great time with your friends. Fresh food, friendly bar tenders. I went on karaoke night and had a blast. Will definitely be back soon“

“Wonderful as always!!! One of my favorite places ☺️“

“Great staff, food and drinks.“

“Delicious homemade guacamole 🥑 and the fajitas for 2 are huge!“

“Visited family in Florida a few weeks ago and had lunch here. Excellent service, great food, wonderful atmosphere.“

“Just wonderful. The Christmas buffet was amazing. So much to offer. Something for everyone. The servers and omelet station people were so friendly and accommodating. Making sure we were very well taken care of. Great job.“

“Mr.Toure was very helpful and his customer service was excellent. While helping with my storage unit Thank you Extra Space Storage.“

“Giant pieces of pizza! The taste was pretty good, also enjoyed the chocolate chip blondie. The server working there was very friendly to us. We also loved that there were vegan pizza options for our vegan family member. Enjoyable, may come back.“

“Best Christmas Cocktails for the start to our Christmas Party 2022! Working with Hurst was fun and he made recommendations that were a success.“

“We absolutely loved this restaurant! Friendly staff, great lighting, delicious and unique menu options and cocktails. Can’t wait to be back!“

“We had their quesadilla and orange and pineapple mimosas! they were delish!! highly recommend. The atmosphere was super beautiful too!!“

“The new menu for lunch and dinner as well as the new Weekend Brunch menu is excellent. Definitely worth going to any day for any meal! Very well done!!“

“Amazing restaurant, the food is amazing and great service“

“They have the best wings & margaritas!!!“

“My wife and I are definitely foodies. We have been to some of the best restaurants in town, and the Lake Mary Social has been on our list to try for over a year. We finally got to try it about a month ago, and unfortunately, I believe we hit on an off night. To their credit, however, the management reached out to me and my wife (almost immediately after hearing about our concerns) in an attempt to make things right. This is the mark of excellent leadership. I applaud the owners and management for their outstanding customer service. It is clear that they have a passion for what they do and for the customers who dine at their restaurant. In their attempt to make things right, we were invited back for a meal with the intention of showing us what The Lake Mary Social is supposed to be. They succeeded. The atmosphere was fantastic and the service was excellent. Overall, the character of the restaurant is very well executed. They have done a lot of positive things with the space. As soon as you walk through the door, you are transported to a 1920’s style, fine-dining establishment that is a far cry from the old and seemingly run-down shopping center in which it is located. They have truly elevated themselves above their surroundings and do a phenomenal job of allowing their patrons to escape and lose themselves in what I would describe as a “bubble of class.” My wife and I started with a yellowfin tuna tartare that was so incredibly balanced in all five palatable flavors it seamlessly blended the sweet, salty, bitter, umami, and even a punch of sour from the occasional hint of diced kiwi. For the entrees, my wife had the prime filet mignon which was cooked to perfection. I sampled it and could literally cut it with a butter knife. The seasoning was superbly sparse— not overpowering the natural flavor of the prime beef but rather enhancing it. The dish was finished with a mix of flawlessly executed, al dente, roasted vegetables. Each bite had just the right amount of crunch, and when paired every so often with the juices from the steak, creates a perfect palatal experience. I had the chicken cordon bleu. The chicken was moist, flavorful, and balanced incredibly well with the smokiness of the ham and the savoriness of the bleu cheese. The chicken sat upon a generous, but not overpowering bed of pommes puree. The unifying force behind this dish was the clearly scratch-made béchamel sauce. This sauce was the creamy, savory link that brought the aforementioned flavors into exquisite unity. Dessert was a strawberry basil panna cotta and a banana pudding. My wife had the panna cotta and I had the pudding. Each of us believed that our selection was the best of the two, but the truth is that they were both excellent choices. I do think; however, that I have to give a leg-up to the panna cotta. It checked all the panna cotta boxes: texture, flavor, and balance. It was light and fluffy yet firm, fruity and minty yet not too sweet, and overall wonderfully refreshing. Our meal at The Lake Mary Social was delectable from start to finish. Based on this meal, I would absolutely recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a fine-dining experience in the Central Florida area.“