Had a 7:30 pm reservation and got right in. Staff was friendly, attentive and efficient. Server…read moredescribed the dinner specials as well the other questions about the food choices. We had Bruschetta, Veal Marsala, Short Rib ravioli, chicken parmesan, bucatini with red sauce. For dessert, there was cannoli, and amazing chocolate cake. All food was hot and very tasty. This is a little more upscale, but well worth it.

Love this place! Food is so great and fresh here! The complimentary bread and sauce is already a…read moreshowstopper! That sauce is everything! I can't get enough of this place! I have to be honest and I don't go as often because I have some sort of intolerance to gluten and dairy so I get really bloated when I eat pasta and cheese but once in a while, I put my fat girl elastic pants on and I go over there because it's just that good!

Food took a little longer but we were a table of 6, so that's probably why. We shared everything…read moreand they brought medium sized sharing plates that were just right. Lobster risotto: maybe my favorite dish, although I personally like my risotto a little creamier. The flavor was good though and a good size of lobster. Hanger steak stir fry: this was a surprise hit for me, as I didn't expect much of an Asian inspired dish. I also liked the steak here more than the ribeye which is usually not the case for me Short rib: a very generous portion of lush pomme puree; short rib was not bad but not my go-to either Ribeye: my companions largely picked this as their favorite Lobster alfredo: this was our least favorite; not awful but a little flat and uninspired compared to the other dishes

My husband and I went to The Vineyard for dinner and it was an excellent choice. We had…read morereservations and were seated immediately and our server was extremely attentive as well as courteous. The vibe was dark and romantic, which was perfect for our date night. We ordered the Spinach Rolls for an appetizer and they were delicious. Tender enough to cut with a fork and the crispy bread crumbs added flavor and texture. My husband ordered the fresh fish dish of the evening and it was light and flavorful. It had unique flavors that were delectable. I ordered the Lobster Asparagus Risotto, and it was the best lobster I've had thus far in Orlando. The lobster was cooked and seasoned perfectly. The risotto was creamy and the asparagus tender which was a perfect complement to the lobster. For dessert we ordered the Banana Bread Pudding. The bread pudding was warm and had the texture of a French toast. It was delicious and the whip cream was fresh. The food, service, and ambience were a 10/10. The quality of food is next level and for a fresh/flavorful meal I will always choose The Vineyard.

Cool bar located in downtown Sanford. I have been to their Ivanhoe location numerous times, but a…read morefew weeks ago was my first visit here. The bar is also part of a furniture shop. Be careful where you put your drink, especially without a coaster as there is good chance that table you are setting it on is for sale. You may come for a drink and leave with a new piece of furniture for your house... On this visit I got one of their special drinks of the day. It was a variation on the Manhattan. It was ok, I think the bartender made it well, I was just not a fan of the flavoring. Sounded better than it was. It is a cool spot to hangout for a drink or two and worth a visit next time in Sanford.

I loved this place! They have amazing cocktails, the bartenders definitely know what they are…read moredoing. Both drinks I had were delicious. I also love the atmosphere of the place. They have a bunch of thrifted furniture and home decor items around the place for sale. I thought that was a cool concept.

Came here after a night of activities in Sanford. The place is usually packed, but we were able to…read moreget a table for two, luckily. The ambiance is about half of what this place is all about. It's very Trader Sam's, including a lot of neat Disney memorabilia on the shelves on the walls behind the bar. Dark and stormy tiki bar vibes. The service was super friendly, and the food and bev came out very timely. The drinks were great, and they had a really nice mocktail menu. You can come and enjoy a nice drink without getting alcohol. We also ordered a burger from their limited food menu. It was very good. Not in competition for best burger in Orlando or anything, but the flavors were on point, and bun was nice and soft, and the furikake dusted crinkle cut fries were the perfect side item. Overall, this place was very cool, and if you haven't come here yet, you need to.

Pros: The ambiance here is everything. A dark and stormy…read moretiki bar with fun drinks, fun drink glasses, and Disney references everywhere. So much fun. Service was extremely good. The guy was present, but not overly present. The drinks and the food were very timely. The burger we had was very nice, and I love a good crinkle cut fry. Cons: I tried a drink that wasn't supposed to be too sweet, but it was just too sweet for me. And a significant portion of the menu seems to be sweet drinks. Very tiki bar. Tips: Certainly a preference thing. I'm not gonna knock them, but if you're not a sweet drink kind of person, good luck here.

Nice wine bar that offers glass, bottle, or even flights of wine. We were a little snacky so we…read moretried the hummus with pita and the bruschetta. There was a lot of hummus which we enjoyed. I thought the bruschetta was well balanced flavors as well. There were a few wines we each wanted to try so we did a flight where you can pick any 5 wines for a 2-3oz sample of each. We did one dry and one sweet flight so we could try many of the different wines available. The whites were not quite chilled enough for my preference, but they were very flavorful. The reds were bold and flavorful as well. The server was attentive, but allowed us to sit and relax and enjoy our evening chatting and catching up. Great place for a quite date night or friend gathering.

Had been on my list to try and finally tried it!…read more We ordered wine flights to try their selection of whites and reds and it is cool that you get to pick from their list what wines you would like, you can even mix reds and whites! I enjoyed their drier whites and it was fun to get to try other types to see if you like it! Cool concept and unique for the area.

Another great night at Ellen's, great wine selection and great management. Live music Friday and…read moreSaturday nights

Service was excellent! The staff member was really knowledgeable about the wines and had great…read morerecommendations based off of your preferences. We went around Christmas time, so the ambiance was extra beautiful!

Good selection of cigar, nice small quiet store in a nice and quiet area. The staff is friendly and…read morethey have an online store with a feature to pick up. Also, if you're a local, they have an amazing members only lounge out back.

The absolute best cigar experience in the state! The staff are the most helpful and friendly with…read moreexpert knowlegde on all types of cigars! Don't miss out on a full experience that will leave you wanting more!

Amour Du Vin is a gem -- and even better, it's Black woman-owned!…read more I stopped in for some well-deserved me time and once again, I was not disappointed. The ambiance is warm, inviting, and cozy -- the kind of place that instantly makes you feel welcome. I was greeted right away by the lovely owner and her friendly staff, which made the experience even more special. They're currently offering a great Happy Hour special (Wed-Sat, 5-7 PM): a Lemon Drop or Espresso Martini paired with a pesto flatbread for just $15. I went with the Lemon Drop -- one of my favorites -- and it was perfectly balanced. While the pesto flatbread wasn't my personal favorite, it didn't take away from the overall experience. I also ordered the small charcuterie board, which was just right for a casual "girl dinner" moment. Thoughtfully arranged and ideal for light bites with wine. This was my second visit, and I'll definitely be back. I love supporting small businesses, especially ones that create a space where you can relax, sip, and unwind. Highly recommend!

Good wines and very knowledgeable staff. They have different events and tasting each monthread more

Service was great and the food even better! Our sever Debbie took care of us quickly and was very…read morenice. Really, really good food.

This restaurant was simply fabulous. From the service to the decor to the delicious food and…read morebottomless sangrias, this place sparkled as much as the decorations. We came here from my friends breakfast brunch and I'm so glad she chose this restaurant. I was happy to see the unique dishes they offered. It was really hard to decide on what I wanted to eat with all the tempting options. I settled on chilaquiles because this dish is very hard to find. I am so glad I chose it as it hit the spot. It paired nicely with the bottomless mimosas and sangrias. Their restaurant is beautiful and has many photo worthy spots. They also have a bar towards the back of the restaurant and patio seedings as well. This place was located in downtown Sanford and gives you an opportunity to walk off all the delicious food you just inhaled. I definitely want to revisit this location and try the rest of the menu.

We have come here several times for a quick beer. They…read moreserve all kinds of unique beers in cans and bottles sometimes they have a special beer on tap. They also serve wine and coffee and some food items like pizza and cheese ball bread. They have upstairs and downstairs seating. Great place to come and meet with friends to talk and enjoy the cozy atmosphere. The owners are husband and wife and are very sweet and attentive. The beers range from $8 all the way up to $20 per beer. Coffee is $5 and up. The only thing they don't offer is regular beer like Budweiser which they probably should add for the locals that don't want the fancy beer. There's a parking lot right across the street so it's convenient. It can get quite busy here on the weekends so come early.

We stopped in for beers and lunch on a rainy Sunday afternoon when we didn't want to sit outside…read moreelsewhere. The owners were charming and helpful; the Brazilian pizza and bao de queigo were hot and tasty, and the beers were delicious. The fact that all their food is baked, not fried, is good to know, and I believe the yucca flour used in the cheese bread balls is gluten free. Prices are reasonable.