Tonight was the first time I received take out. The service was fast and prompt and the food delicious. Get take out in order to avoid the bad service. read more

First time at this restaurant/bar to get the Thursday burger special. It was delicious. A nice size burger but I would like a small side to go along with it. read more

the interior is ugly and the food is even worse. food tasted old (the extra charge "homemade" mac and cheese tasted just like reheated Stouffer's), looked gross (how do you mess up mashed potatoes so badly?) and was way too expensive for what it was (spent as much as I would have at the cheesecake factory). wont be going back ever. read more

After having a good lunch, guy had a bad hit from a a crack pipe on the front porch. Police, medical people, and EMS responded. The bartender wasn't phased and the management didn't even go outside, is this a common thing here? The bartender was serving visibly drunk patrons, and she about having a good time instead of being responsible. The inside is dirty and isn't welcoming. Food was good. This was not my first visit, but once crack pipes and irresponsible staff are present... It was my last visit. Avoid this place if you have children or self-respect. read more

My husband had the wings from this location and got the worst food poisoning, was up all night. Will never go back.

Don't know why this place has such a low rating. Ive been here numerous times and not once have a i been disappointed. The wings are great and the portion sizes are fair to the price. Not to mention FREE UFC Fights. this is one of my favorite local restaurants. read more

Always hang out at Friendly Confines, Winter Park. I have never really had a problem with anybody, and all my food was the way I ordered it. The DJ on the weekends gathers lots of people and we got some talent singing in this area to, Some of the kiddies you would think there adults singing. This is an affordable place with lots of fun things and with a sports environment. read more

Went to friendly confines. to get some wings for the first time. and I took it home and the first wing was uncook and the second too by the third wing I had to cook all off them again ....buttttt...since it was first time I will try them again but if they mess my order on future time I will not go back.... read more

I waited 3 hours after my order was confirmed for delivery only to be told they never put the order through. All attempts at getting updates along the way didn't work. Ridiculous. Love their food, but this was unacceptable and I won't be ordering again. read more

Went there to watch the Cubs last night. It's a game bar, plenty of tv's. Used to go there for breakfast. The food was OK. I had boneless chicken wings and the wife had Chicago beef. Just not the same as Portillos or Al's beef. Like I said game bar... read more

Very happy with our dining experience this evening at Friendly Confines. (aloma ave. location) We had a great server (Stephanie) she was very helpful with the wing sauce selection! she took the time and had the patience to answer questions. whoop! whoop! Stephanie! read more

Being homesick for Chi-town I was very excited to of moved so close to a Chicago bar. So disappointed. Had the combo, dry beef & sausage was bland, au jus was bland, but the giardinara was good at least. Got chips that had no salt or flavoring to them. Bread was a hogie roll not Italian bread. Everything was overpriced as well, if it was good I would of been ok with the cost. $11 for a hot dog? Get serious. I asked the bartender for a beer recommendation, told her what I didn't like in a beer and she poured me one that was everything I dislike in a beer. Doubtful I'll waste the money to go back, I could practically get Portillo's air shipped for what I paid for 2 sandwiches and 10 claws there. If you're going to be a Chicago bar stick with it, I get trying to cater to others but I didn't feel like there was any representing of wrigleyville. read more

My friends and I came in tonight around 9:00 to get dinner and drinks. It took 10 minutes to get a drink order, and 15 minutes to get a food order. The food itself is great, but I would look to hire more/new help up front. I'm in the restaurant business myself and I know as a manager, there's no way I'd have my staff performing as such. read more

I visited Friendly Confines on my last trip to Orlando, I had a great time here the, wings were cheap and amazing, great drink specials, and awesome service. Even though they were super busy for a Tuesday we never had flag our waitress down, she kept our drinks full!!! They have big screens for the big game. Great place to meet up with friends for a drink. I wish they had a location here in San Antonio!! read more

Love their wings especially on Monday nights for all u can eat night, great place to watch your favorite team or teams play, the place has tvs all over the place, Can't speak about the rest of the food but the wings are very good and they have good drink specials. Overall a good place to knock back a cold one & have some wings while watching sports. read more

2 stars for the times I've come in and actually gotten service by somebody who takes their job seriously. Tonight marks the second time I came in and was just straight up ignored. After about 10 minutes of sitting there with nothing in front of me (on a dead slow monday night) the bar back eventually asked if i wanted a beer. So he got me a yeungling. The entire half hour i was there i was never even given a menu, never offered food, nothing. I even checked when their kitchen closed to make sure and there was still 30 minutes left. I had planned to stay and eat but honestly felt pretty salty about being ignored. So i payed for my one beer and left. Bartender walked past me multiple times while i finished my beer making direct eye contact but didn't say a single word to me. On a previous occasion i sat there for a whole 20 minutes while employees walked past me avoiding eye contact, and this was on another slow night! On another occasion, i ordered 6 cubbie claws with sauce on the side, simple order right? Came out with sauce on it, and it wasn't even the sauce i ordered. How do you mess up such a simple order? Answer: by not giving a *bleep* But they sure love their regulars. Which is understandable, i'm in the industry i get it. But don't stand there yakking to regulars about pretty inappropriate stuff while ignoring people you don't know. Management: honestly not even sure if there is a manager on duty the times i've been. But whoever the manager is you need to be WAY more present. You have staff members here that clearly don't take the job seriously. Do people even get trained here? It sure as heck doesn't seem like it. Horrible 0/10 service. And judging by other reviews it seems like it is a somewhat regular occurrence for patrons to be ignored for anywhere from 10-20 minutes before being acknowledged. This is completely unacceptable. There'a one bartender, don't remember her name but she's a bit on the shorter side, who has always been attentive to me. read more

Found myself here again last night. Great service, great environment for any sporting event, and good wings and pitcher prices. Almost always has a table open even during big sporting events. Do yourself a favor and skip Buffalo Wild Wings or other crazy, insanely busy bars and go to Confines. read more

Good option for good bar food and cheap drinks. Get there as early as possible during football season.

Wow this place went down hill ! Use to get great food and service ! Server was not there at all - came to the table took order - ( Place was not busy ) waiting 15 mins for drinks and had to ask the floor manager for lemon for my water after server passed table 3 times and did not even look our way ! After food was delivered by floor manager again , server never came to table to refill our drinks ! She returned and I asked for another glass of wine ! 15 mins later no wine server passed by table multiple times . I finally had to get up - go to the bar myself and request wine ! Food was so so and their smothered chicken use to be the bomb - not anymore ! Food was luke warm and my hubby French dip was so Salty like almost inedible. When no one came to our table to give us a box and tab ! Again they were not busy at all . I again had to go to the bar and ask for tab and a box . Gave payment and they told me the server has to bring the change - guess what $20 short in my change ! I AGAIN HAD to go up to the bar once again ! I will not be returning at all ! How sad that no one cares or wants to train the servers properly . read more

Great sports bar,Good bar food,been to this location a few times, the only thing i don't like is the parking lot, it's so dark in the shopping center, its scary if you are the last ones to leave. read more

Chill staff is hard to find in bars,Was there for Sunday night football, went back for mnf the next day,really cool laid back bar in winter park which is rare,pretty good wings too!! read more

Was there with a group of friends, awesome sports bar,good food,and good service, good times..will be back.

My 1st time at this location, i usually go to the 1 on waterford lakes,not as nice decor,but very chill place ,food was pretty good,bartenders are cool,inside is cool,hanging outside was not, Dark parking lot. With bums,i will stick to the 1 on waterford lakes. read more

This bar itself is OK, but it's in the middle of nowhere, in a dark shopping center, for a game and a quick meal is good.

For the past 3 years ive been coming here. Its my faveorite bar in Orlando. The waitresses are all awesome amd the people (once you get to know them) are pretty awesome. If you truly want a bar where everybody knows your name. This is it as its very easy to become a regular. (At least for me it was) read more

Awesome food! Large portions! I have loved everything I have ordered here. My kids love the cubby claws, for which they offer many different sauces. The salads are huge! The burgers and waffle fries are great. I have never had a negative experience. Highly recommend! read more

We always like heading to friendly confines when we want great wings & casual service. It's not the best place in town but they're friendly & efficient. read more

I love this place! I am new to the area and it is just a brisk walk away. I have eaten in and ordered out. Both experiences have been fantastic. The food is always the same! The wings are to die for and the burgers are very tasty. The waitresses and bartenders are friendly and helpful. I always take my boys 7 & 11 for lunch at least once a week. All the pieces hung are a great conversational piece. My boys and I always have something to talk about. It is a great friendly environment during the day. I highly recommend this place. Not only for the fabulous food, but because of the great staff that welcome us in on every visit! read more

Great food. Good prices. Had 2 bartenders. Both were good but for sure ask for Melissa she was super sweet. Had wings and a burger. Both really good. read more

The last two times I've come to this restaurant, I sat for over 15 minutes before a server ever came over to my table. Today a server never came over at all, and we just left. A manager was standing over by the bar talking to friends while we sat at a dirty table waiting for menus and service. We love this restaurant and have been coming here for years, but we won't be back. read more

I would give it no stars if I could but unfortunately I don't get that option. Worst service I have ever had. I ordered through doorstop delivery and nothing in my order was correct. The restaurant refuses to give a refund of any kind and the general manager is a real jerk. I will never be going back here again. read more

What in the hell has happened to Carmen's business?!?! I and my family have been loyal patrons on devaneys and friendly confines for years...I mean a good fifteen years! For those of you who do no know, I am talking about Carmen senior...not junior. Obviously junior doesn't care whatsoever about the business his father built. Years ago I worked for Carmen at devaneys on goldenrod and at the waterford lakes friendly confines. Great man to work for, a man of integrity. Two weeks ago, Amanda and I went out with about ten people from her job for a fun afternoon. Now I havent been in there in about a year but apparently the best sports bar in winter park is now the absolute worst sports bar. We walked into the the establishment (it was a sunday afternoon) and noticed it was really dead. I didnt mind that because I just wasnt in the mood for a crazy loud place...were we in for a surprise. First we sat down with a few of our friends who had claimed the hi-tops for our party. It took 20 minutes to get a drink...any drinks! One of their apparent regulars(judging by the interaction between the bartender and him) was trying to start a fight with one guy...then another and then they told him to leave...or so I thought. He took his "show" outside and continued trying to fight a guy while cursing loudly in front of a family outdie with children. Then some more people got involved....what a f-ing mess! After they told him to leave...he came back inside and they continued to serve him!!! I could not believe this was the same place! Our drinks finally came and they were made incorrectly but we didnt want to wait another 20 minutes...or longer. We ordered wings and other finger foods and such. the wings were actually okay and the other plates were just okay too but it is a bar so what can you ask for I suppose. I ordered another drink and waited about 15 minutes for it before the server finally came back around and let me know that she purposely had not put in my drink order yet...so that she could get them all at the same time...WHAT?! Where the hell is this acceptable?? We ordered some irish car bombs that took FOREVER to recieve and when we did, the server(that simply sucked at life) told us that the bartender had already dropped in the shots....What?! Who does that?? Anyways we all drink them and all looked at eachother....where was the shot??? Then our server told us that the bartender had made a mistake...as she says this the bartender yells at all of us from behind the bar saying that we jumped the gun...WHAT?? So it was apparently our fault! What did we expect, good service?! This was quite possibly the worst service I have ever recieved anywhere! By the way we dropped a few hundred dollars that day...but I can gaurantee they will not recieve another dime of my money. My god, If Carmen only knew what his business has become. What an absolute shame! read more

A friend and I used to eat here almost everyday. They had really good food and always cold beer with friendly service. Then when he moved away, I didn't go into confines for about a year. I was out with two friends and we were looking for a place so I suggested confines. I went in and ordered the BBQ ribs with broccoli and a pitcher of yuengling. We got our pitcher and it tasted like stale metal. When I asked to get a different beer our waitress told us that they just needed to replace the keg or whatever and we reluctantly agreed to take another pitcher. After about 30minutes of no one helping us we finally received our second pitcher and our food. My broccoli was cold and rubbery along with my ribs being some of the worst I've ever had. Which was very disappointing as i've had them here a couple years ago and they were amazing. It also happened to be dollar off day on the rib plate. Our waitress straight up lied to me and told me the price was already factored in to the price on the bill. It proudly displayed my price as 9.99, the same price on the menu. Took me about 15 minutes of arguing with her about it before she got it changed to the correct price for the day. Then to top things off. When we got to the bottom of the second pitcher there was dirt all in the bottom of the pitcher. Since talking to people i've also heard that if you go to the Orange county health department's website they are loaded with violations like not keeping their food at the right temperatures and infestation by insects. I really don't doubt any of it, although I'venot read this list myself.... BEWARE! read more

I love this place. Really really great wings. A good menu. With drink specials everyday. They used to have nickel Wednesdays. That was nice!

This is my Chicago Bears bar, unfortunately the service has been horrible, my server came back 5 min later to ask if I wanted the same item I asked for 5 min ago. They switched the menu and when I received my sweet potato fries they put a packe of mayo with it, then when I asked for the yummy dipping sauce they said they had to charge me since they changed the menu, maybe they should have mentioned that when i ordered them, they gave me half the amount of adequate fries. Truly disappointed. Come on Chicago! On the plus side I have never had them screw up wings- delicious. read more

The worst service EVER. We said we would never go back. yet, we did. Mistake. the servers are never to be found. Dont waste your time!

If your looking for great food and drinks this place scores a 4. However the service has been consistently awful everytime I came. I have waited 20 minutes before even being aknowledged to order food, then move to the bar and took another 5 minutes to be aknowledged. The food can be the best in the world but if you can never order it, what's the point? read more

Very casual good-sized sports bar. Pros: If you like sports and the male atmosphere, its a great place. Surprisingly large on the inside with a very high ceiling. Lots of wood. Pretty nice looking. Good for groups since its so large. Most people seemed to know each other and some of the people there also frequent Devaney's since I heard the owner owns both places. Tons of flat screen TVs with sports playing on them. Also, some arcade game machines that appeared popular (the one that had four of five men on it for hours was a golf game). The outside patio area is shaded so you dont havta worry about the sun burning you up. LOTS of wing options and all-around American casual food. Very good wings - I asked the waitress what was good and she said Cajun medium garlic and, at first bite, it was blah but then it really grew on me. Good wings! 8 bucks for a basket with fries :) Great Hispanic store ten steps away - bought some hot chips there. Cons: The sign at the entrance says to seat yourself but if no one is outside and you are sitting outside, it would be good to tell a waitress. We stood there 5 minutes before hunting someone down to tell them we would be outside. The service wasnt as quick outside but, obviously, thats because everyone is on the inside. Average service. The outside patio isnt as large - maybe ten tables - and there's no TV if you like to watch the game. Also, all the people were inside and only came outside to smoke. It's in the parking lot in a strip mall so it's a patio just to say you have a patio basically. I saw a homeless man wandering around looking under people's cars. Not sure what that was about. They didnt have any wheat beer besides Blue Moon so that was a bummer. Definitely an average Joe/Bud Light/college kid-middle aged man hangout. Overall, will be going back for wings :) read more

Went to watch football Sunday afternoon. Great place to watch a game because they have TV's everywhere. However the waitstaff seems like they have never had any training what so ever. Ordered a beer, water, and rum and coke. Got a coke and and beer. Took 45 minutes to get a chicken sandwich. Never got any silverware or napkins. My girlfriend then ordered a beer and I, another rum and coke. The waitress brought her the beer but nothing else. Asked again, this time we ordered 4 drinks for everyone at the table. The waitress then brought all four glasses out without a tray and told my friend to move his phone cause she was going to spill them when she put them down...I mean really? Sloshing beer all over the table, at least a third of each glass was spilled. When the bill came we were charged for the original coke that we even told her we didn't order. A guy who looked like the manager just hung out by the kitchen. Maybe it was to BS with the cooks so food would take longer because it sure wasn't to manage or check on the customers. My girlfriends team was getting killed and the waitress kept telling her she looked mad and tried to get her to buy shots. Really annoying considering she didn't seem to care about anything else. Will not go back unless they get all new employees. Plenty of other places to go. read more

I've been going to a couple of Friendly Confines locations in Orlando. They are good local hangout bars. The menu is big with good bar food - the potato skins are REALLY good. The servers are all friendly and quick. Never had to ask twice for anything. There lots of regulars (always a good sign) who are friendly and welcoming. This location has a huge screen for sports events. Tori is great behind the bar, she's fun and friendly and chats with everyone while she's pouring really good shots and cocktails. read more