I found this hidden gem out in Clermont, and honestly... it needs to be put on the map ASAP. It's…read morekind of in the middle of nowhere, but trust me; it's worth finding. All my Yelp elite people, I'm putting you ON. If you live nearby or you're just looking for somewhere new to try, this is easily one of the best Peruvian spots I've ever had! definitely in my top three. The food was espectacular, both in flavor and portion size, and the drinks? Absolutely phenomenal. What really made it stand out to me was the vibe. It has this beautiful bohemian, modern ambiance that you don't usually see in Spanish restaurants, which tend to lean more traditional. This felt fresh, stylish, and still super authentic. On top of that, everything else checked out; easy parking, clean private bathrooms, and amazing service that tied the whole experience together. Highly, highly recommend. This spot deserves way more attention.

I'm adding Huarike to my list of favorite Peruvian restaurants in Central Florida. I checked it out…read moreafter seeing content on social media. As a Peruvian, I wanted to make sure it was as good people were saying. I'm happy to report that it was good! I was welcomed with "canchita" toasted corn. I ordered a causa acevichada and it was delicious. This is a smashed potato tower with ceviche on top. The ceviche was delicious and that's a must for me at any Peruvian restaurant I try. The ceviche must be good. For my drink I ordered Peru's traditional soda Inka Kola. I also ordered lucuma ice cream which a traditional flavor in Peru. Service was great and I loved the decor of the restaurant. They also have outdoor seating. I will definitely be back and try more dishes.

Stopped in this local spot for lunch during a road trip to a wedding and was not disappointed!…read moreIf you're in the mood for handcrafted sandwiches and friendly staff this is worth the time to get out of the car.

I went years ago when they first opened and it was amazing. I have been a few times with friends…read moreand always delicious. But it has been a few months since I had been back. I stopped in the other day and I was happy to say is was just as good! Their menu has grown to include sandwiches, but of course I wanted the boards. They do offer mini ones made for one person. Loved everything I ate. However, I noticed the suggested percentages on my bill for $29. These are not correct and I know it's based the system they are using. I did tip $9 because I was happy about the food and I liked my server and the owner is really nice, however I know some people just look at those suggested amounts as a guide, but those calculations are not correct. There are also many tvs to watch the game on. There is a pool table and darts I believe. Big beer and wine list and canned vodka based drinks.

We walked into the Montrose market and the search of suds Saloon, and once we found it we…read moredefinitely loved the vibe. This is a place that you shouldn't skip if you're visiting the town, they have a good beer selection to offer and their vibe is very chill. Loved the beer list, loved the chill vibe and decor. The service was very friendly.

We stopped in on a Wednesday afternoon around 3:30. We didn't realize it before arriving, but were…read morepleasantly surprised to find this bar inside of a food hall. There are several food options to choose from while you're enjoying libations at the bar. It's a beer and wine bar, with tons of beer choices and lots of wine-based liquor options to choose from. The daytime bartender, Mark, was incredibly sweet and helpful. The nighttime bartender was super friendly and high energy. There were plenty of regulars on both shifts and you can tell that both bartenders are loved by them. We are in town for a few weeks and will definitely return.

We dropped in for lunch with a friend and we were welcomed as we walked in and seated right away…read more We got a bottle of Angels & Cowboys. I ordered the Pepperoni Flat Bread and my Partner ordered the Mushroom Flat Bread. The atmosphere has an artist studio feel. We enjoyed the Sipping Garden.

Inviting, ambiance with Delicious Food- & served with…read morekindness. I highly, recommend Especially if, you like good quality Comfort/ & superb food, wine & A nice touch of sweetness to your outing~

This is a relatively small restaurant in a strip mall like building. Open the front door to a…read morecharming atmosphere. Quiet despite it being a full house. The staff are friendly and make you feel at home. Literally. Felt like we were visiting family without the arguments. Attentive, friendly, and able to anticipate our needs before we knew we had them. The food is simple and delicious. Flavorful standards and a few unusual surprises thrown. I had Sheppards Pie. I know, feels like a dish you make yourself to empty the refrigerator. Not here. It was so much better than I anticipated. Dessert was a delicious rich chocolate concoction so good that it wiped my memory of its name. I do know it was so rich and delicious, two people should share it.

I really enjoy grabbing a bite and a glass of wine at The Attic Door! It is such a hidden gem in…read moredowntown Winter Garden. It is very eclectic inside and has live music that I have not been disappointed in at all. The people that work there are fantastic and very attentive!

Super cute spot in Downtown Dade City! We truly enjoyed the atmosphere with fun music bumping and a…read moresweet bartender serving up drinks.! There is no food served here. You must go up to the bar to order. We didn't have to wait too long despite a large party coming in right before us. The drinks were higher of prices than I expected for this location. The spritz was light and refreshing. My husband enjoyed the fall special of blueberry mule. The best part is the decoration! Overall, this was a cute place I'd stop by again for a drink!

Gabriela is delightful. She is a gracious hostess, a wonderful mixologist and lovely company…read more The ambience is elevated, playful, and buzzing with joy. The drinks were spectacular! Fresh and bright and unique. The food that was brought to us from next-door was fantastic! The service from both places was exceptional.

5 Star update to include their incredible new food program! (Get the carrots and red cabbage salad…read moreand the pan con tomate STAT.) Quicksand is a natural wine bar that will change the way Orlandoans expect to feel at a bar. Pro-tip: ask the staff for suggestions and settle in! It's no secret that I've become a big fan of natural wine in the past few years, and that is 100% due to Golden Hour - a wine shop in Baldwin Park that I randomly discovered on their first day open. Heather, who brought us Golden Hour, opened Quicksand in late 2024 for those of us wondering why Orlando doesn't have a great wine bar like the ones we've seen in cities around the world for decades. ***Finding the bar: Quicksand is located directly next to Educe Salon (across from Black Bean Deli). It does not have a big sign, but it's the first door you'll see as you walk from the parking lot. ***Parking: Did I mention the large parking lot? There's plenty of parking available there, or on street behind the bar. ***Service style: As you walk in, head to the part of the bar closest to the entrance where you can get recs from their staff and don't have to try to bully your way through folks sitting at the bar to get their attention. ## Did I mention that everything here is intentional? From that simple detail that makes ordering another glass MUCH easier than flagging someone down in the middle of the bar, to the position of the speakers... *** The Food: Chef Leah Cordova has crafted a seasonal menu at Quicksand, currently consisting of sandwiches, small plates, and some heartier dishes. All of them have a focus on quality ingredients with many sourcing their components from local farms or special producers. My faves include: - Pan con tomate: The tomato here is actually a combination of fresh slices of small tomatoes as well as another preparation that adds a wonderful tang. It's truly a special version of this small dish. - Whichever salad they are featuring, but special mention to the carrot and red cabbage salad that has just the perfect amount of fennel! - The white bean dish. I didn't catch the name, but it's a winner! - Cacio e pepe: This is exactly the rich, creamy dish you are dreaming of. - Whichever ice cream they are featuring (Chef Leah also operated Sweet Thyme, her ice-cream project with inventive flavors. Faves include the black pepper and date as well as the carrot cake) ***Ambiance: As you walk in you'll feel enveloped in a warm glow of subtle sconces and feel immediately comfortable. It feels like Quicksand has always been here. It's unstuffy, unfussy, and so inviting it has me researching squatter's rights... The music will sound loud at first, but then you'll realize you don't have to raise your voice at all to talk to people. This is because the speakers have been built into the furniture low and towards the floor. INTENTIONALITY. Besides the volume, the playlist has been painstakingly curated by the team so that you'll enjoy the music, but not quite be able to place the artist. ***The WHY And now, my favorite part. The wall of farmers/winemakers. Someone on staff filled me in to the fact that these are portraits of the various human beings who farm, harvest, and create the wines you can get at the bar. These are actual people, not giant corporations. And that same staff member reminded me that these individual producers are farmers for 11 months and 2 weeks of the year, and wine makers for only 2 weeks. None of these people are household names. None of them are in it for the money. They are in it to produce beautiful wine the way it has been produced since the beginning of wine-making: with minimal intervention, meaning no insane additives that give me headaches; and no mass production. The thing I've come to love about "natural" wine is that it is intensely principled. Quicksand is what happens when *every single link* in the supply chain (Farmer/Producer; Importer; Distributor; and Wine Bar) prioritizes principles over profits. And you can feel it the moment you walk in. This is not a corporate chain, nor will you find multiple locations and franchises. Not only is the wine list filled with some of the most incredible bottles I've had the pleasure of trying (many of which you can't get anywhere else in Florida), but the staff truly believes in the power of creating this special "third space" for a community to gather around good, ethically-sourced wine. I can't wait until they start serving bites alongside the wine! (Someone told me the small menu will consist of cheeses, charcuterie, focaccia, chips, etc.) SALUD!

I was only here for a glass of wine, but they had a cacio y pepe on the menu we had to try. It…read morecame out hot and fresh cooked and was super delicious. It was not too pepper forward (which I prefer). I was excited to try this out of the way wine bar, but was a little disappointed that their extensive list is more bottles and not by the glass. Just putting this out there for awareness since I will plan to come in for some food and be able to pair with a bottle of wine to explore the full experience. The staff was very knowledgeable about all of the different wines and helped to select the best glass for what I was in the mood for that evening. The bar was very clean and there is a lot more space then what you see when you first walk in. It was all very clean and modern looking inside. Looking forward to my next trip in.

Walking through the storefront entrance, wasn't expecting the level of sophistication inside…read more There is a working piano to the left when you walk in. The bar is on the right. And there are plenty of tables to sit. I think there were some ladies playing the Chinese domino game, it starts with an "m". Got to meet the owner Ray and he picked out a fantastic Cab for me, it was the Story Storypoint Cab out of California. Later I also had the Martin Ray and in my opinion it was not as good, but it was a heavier mouth feel and it had layers to it. They have a piano player Wednesday and Saturday. He shows up around 6pm. So they have free slasa and chips in the back corner most nights. On Tuesday the have tacos. And Tuesday there are meatballs. On Friday they have Karaoke around 7. If you like wine, or you are an enthusiast, this would be a great place to visit if you find yourself in Winter Haven Florida. They have buy one glass 2nd half price. If you buy a bottle and stay, it is a $15 corkage fee. We kind of did the math and depending on the pour, and their pours are generous, it is cheaper to buy by the glass. When you visit they your own math gymnastics. Bottom line, Grape Expectations, the wine is great. The service is exceptionally better. And if you like a mellow vibe with great wine. You won't be disappointed in this stop. Finally, shout out to Terra, between her and Ray we had such a great time. CAN'T WAIT TO COME BACK!

Small wine bar in a strip mall. Food service premade snack trays. Limited seating. Very cluttered.read more

Food and service were excellent for our brunch with our friends from out of town. They were able to…read morekindly move us to an outdoor table upon our request, upstairs on the balcony. Which we very much appreciated and would have understood if they were unable to do. Everyone was very friendly and helpful, our server helped us choose between drinks and entrees that we were stuck between. We shared the brunch board which was lovely, the pork belly really stood out. Myself and one other person at our table got the burrata which was absolutely amazing. It was a very generous amount of food, and everything was very fresh and the flavors were so well balanced with sweet and savory elements. I also got the Paloma which I enjoyed. My husband got the sausage gravy, which he liked. He said the flavors were more complex than your usual sausage gravy. My other friend got the French toast which she enjoyed very much. She did ask for extra syrup as she felt it didn't have enough but that's a personal preference of course. All in all we were very happy with our brunch and would come back in the future. I found the selection to be very good. There was something for everyone, and the service stood out.

They have a hummus plate now, which is very good. Don't forget to look at all the different menus…read moreavailable, as they often have additional wine specials not found on the extensive list. Wine Bar George is a lovely spot. I always enjoy trying different wines and especially love their French red wine selection.