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    Lil Indies

    4.6 (162 reviews)
    Open 4:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    Casual
    DJ
    Moderate noise

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    Ben M.

    The Rundown: a truly local vibe offering a unique intimate setting while feeling both casual and classy. Sipping on drinks is almost always a great time! The Review: the staff here are fantastic, offering a decent drink menu to fit any taste with enjoyable service that matches the casual vibes they give off. The seating and lighting is intimate, with a variety of unique visuals to keep things interesting. It's part of a variety of small hole in the wall type bars, so if you're bar hopping it's easy to hit up when exploring Mills!

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    Edwin M.

    Looking for a dive bar feel with upscale cocktails from a mixologist? Look nextdoor to Will's Pub and try Lil Indies. The decor has old school feel to it with random art work decorating the walls of the establishment. They even have a corner stage area where they host artist, but just know this is a tiny location with 1 bathroom from what I could see. There is a bit of outdoor seating as well and area for smoking outside as well. They also have a Happy Hour which is 20% off cocktails from 4pm-8pm which is a great time to try it out as they have many cocktail options. Also the bartender was great, very friendly and attentive, with skills at mixing up the cocktails. All in all this is a great little place to check out if you are on Mills.

    Hanan B.

    One of my favorite dive spots on Mills that's always a good vibe, whether it's the friends, the live music, cocktails or events going on. Must to stop especially if you bar hop around Mills.

    Ariana M.

    Perfect bar, perfect vibe, perfect lighting, perfect drinks, super cool vibe, bomb music. I will definitely be coming back. New fav!

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    Shay M.

    Lil Indies is truly a hidden gem in the Mills area. It has a dive bar feel with great drinks and excellent DJs. The bartenders seem knowledgeable about the drinks and are super helpful when you are trying to make a choice. The music is typically great and I like that it isn't so rowdy that you can't carry a conversation with your party. I look forward to future visits to this cool little establishment.

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    Joe S.

    If you blink, you might miss it. It's in the same "Complex" as Will's Pub and the entrance is right beside Plantees on Mills. The quaint little bar had an awesome staff making some damn good craft cocktails. We went in before a show at Will's Pub and some of the others in the crowd had the same idea, luckily it was a bit after we did as the line got kind of long. They also have some kinds of events and I'm not sure about how they operate, but if you're in the area and they're open, stop in and try a cocktail. They have a nice selection of alcohol too!

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    Katie F.

    I found this place by looking up bars in the Mills district. Damn lil indies you did NOT. Disappoint!!! I love how the ambiance reminds me of that 70's show mixed with grandma's house! It has a really nice sound inside- they've got live music. They're in between plantees and will's pub. I absolutely love this vibe; laid back and chill. Now let's talk drinks they've got about 4 drafts and drink options are so funky. They're drinks range from $9-$15 depending on the drink. I ordered the Hey Boo Boo- it's vodka, pomegranate tea, yuzu liquor, cranberry and orange bitters. They batch it at Will's Pub Next door- so it's made daily. It comes in a little honey squeeze bottle- giving me Pooh bear vibes! It has a kick and is a bit sour but it's sweet at the same time! I definitely recommend coming here! 10/10 What a gem of a find!!

    Jesy T.

    Such an edgy and cute little tucked away bar. I stepped in for a drink and was pleased with the nicest bartenders and fast service I got! I forgot the name of the drink I got but it came in an adorable honey bear jar paired some some gummy bears! I wasn't a complete fan of the flavor, but I liked the aesthetic. There was another bar in the back, which hasn't opened up yet as it was still early. Definitely wouldn't mind coming back as this place was quirky and filled with personality. They also had a live performer there that night which was nice

    Garrison T.

    Came to see Nesto's jazz trio. Chill atmosphere and good drinks. My drink had gin black sea salt and basil. It was only nine bucks so reasonably priced. It wasn't too packed which we loved. It's a small spot with friendly staff

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    Jay T.

    Lil Indies is a wonderful little hidden spot for live music and good drinks. I was impressed by the bar staff and the jazz trio when we went. Prices are fair. Was visiting from NC, and I wish we had a location like this! 5 star service.

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    Kalani G.

    This is my comfort bar. I hadn't been back since the pandemic but when I saw DJ BMF was spinning 90's R&B , I did what I had to do. Lil Indies is one of my favorite spots in Orlando. It's hipster without being pretentious , divey while still making some of the best cocktails in the city. If you want to be cool, this is where you go.

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    Phylicia K.

    Cool little spot. Lots of fun drink options and the bartender was really friendly. They have live music, table seating to watch. There are a few seats at the bar and then they have a couple couches toward the front for seating too.

    Rossi K.

    Perfect place to go before a show at Wills. We love lil indies and the outdoor seating.

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    Bad experience at front door. The greeter could have been more welcoming. Very dissatisfied.

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    First time visiting and must say very diss with the front greeter' experience. Do better.

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    Super friendly and hardworking staff. The drinks are well balanced and the live music is always good.

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    We attended a conference on Thursday and decided to have lunch here since it was within walking…read moredistance. Leah was a great server, but the kitchen seemed to be shorthanded. As a result, 3 of us got the food, and the other 3 had tonpack them to go. Convention goers do not have much time for lunch. For that, I should have taken 2 stars away, but Leah saved the day. She brought us the checks ahead. I couldn't take any food photos, so I shared a group photo taken by Leah while waiting for the food.

    Walked in to reserve a table and greeted by an unhappy redhead. Was told it would be a 20 minute…read morewait but so many open tables were in (maybe a staffing issue, on Father's Day) so went to the bar, was barely people at the bar yet waited about 15 minutes before bartender acknowledged us since he was talking to clients on opposite side of bar. Got our table exactly 20 minutes after checking in, the non talkative hostess took us to our table. Waiter very nice. The table we sat at was in a very warm section, our party sat down and uh didn't offer us additional water the entire time we were there. It was hot and I was thirsty and a refill would have been nice. Food was really good, I had a ruben sandwich lots of flavor. Which made up for the ambiance not sure what was going on but I have been to this place many times and never had a bad experience until now. I think our waiter was overloaded with tables but was super nice.

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    The Whiskey

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    4.4
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    I absolutely loved my experience at The Whiskey. I sat at the bar, and the bar tender was very…read morehelpful and attentive. From the moment we walked in, he made sure to ask us questions and give recommendations because it was our first time. He let us know that these were the best burgers in Orlando, and he wasn't lying. The food, although a little pricey, was absolutely amazing. I ordered the Bangin' Shrimp as an appetizer, which blew me away. The shrimp had a tempura fry to it, giving it a perfectly crispy crunch. The sauces that were drizzled on top helped to amplify the flavor of the dish. For my main course, I ordered the Shroom N Swiss burger. I love how thick and juicy the burger patties are. It's hard to find a good burger place that has thick patties, and The Whiskey delivers that meat. Another thing that blew me away was the mushroom that came on top. Usually, mushroom burgers have little slices of mushrooms, but this burger had a big fat slice of mushroom on top. And it tasted so good. This is a perfect atmosphere to come in, grab a couple drinks, eat good food, and maybe even catch a sports game or live music. Only thing I will say is that it may be a little loud for some, making it hard to hear conversations. But if you love a loud atmosphere, then this place is perfect!

    I went Friday night at about 8pm and was able to find seating at the bar instantly. I ordered a…read moredrink called the Black Apple and it was delicious and decently sized. You can tell there was fresh fruit in it by the blackberry pieces in the drink. For my entree, I ordered The Royal and this was actually one of the best burgers I've had in my life. It was so juicy and flavorful, everything in the burger worked together. The house fries were crispy and tasty. The service itself was excellent and food and drinks came out quickly. Loved the vibes too. Next time I go will definitely be to catch the live music. I've already recommended this place to friends.

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    Yard house is one of our favorite date night spots on I Drive. We stopped by since we were in the…read morearea. We didn't have a reservation and the wait time was over 40 minutes but we were able to find a couple seats at the bar. We came in for a couple drinks and some appetizers. The shrimp was delicious, the queso was to die for and the drinks were made to perfection. My husband loves their beer collection. I enjoy their expresso martinis. Honestly all the drinks I've had here have been great, that's just my go to at the moment. They were playing the game so we ordered a couple more drinks and sat at the bar for a bit. Great energy from everyone, including the staff. Loud but not super loud where we couldn't hold a conversation. Yard house has not let us down. One of the best chain restaurants we've been to and frequent

    I would suggest going on the website and reserving your spot ahead of time. It lets you enter the…read morenumber of people in your party and gives you an estimated wait time, which I found to be pretty accurate. It sends you text updates, and the technology is actually pretty cool. It can tell when you're not close enough yet and will tell you to check in once you're closer to the restaurant. There were 6 of us in the group, so reserving ahead definitely helped. I actually had to do it twice because we reserved our spot before we left, and by the time we got there, it had timed out. I checked in again, and when we arrived, the host said, "I see you checked in twice." He told us the wait would probably be about 10 minutes, and we ended up waiting less than that before being seated. Considering it's at Icon Park and it was the night of a game, the place was packed with a lot of hustle and bustle. I was impressed that we were seated so quickly, especially with a party of 6. Our waiter, Matt, was amazing, and the food was amazing too. We ordered what felt like almost every appetizer on the menu. We had the Cali Roll Stack, Parmesan truffle fries, crispy Brussels sprouts, spinach dip, and the vegan Gardein wings. The Cali Roll Stack was probably my favorite appetizer. It was so good, and it was made with real crab. Most places use imitation crab, and Matt even told us that's why it's his favorite appetizer too. He was absolutely right. The Gardein wings were surprisingly good. We ordered the Korean chili garlic and Buffalo flavors, and if nobody had told me they were vegan, I probably wouldn't have known. I'd never had a soy-based wing before, but I would definitely order them again. The Parmesan truffle fries were exactly what you want them to be, and the crispy Brussels sprouts disappeared fast. At that point, it seemed like everyone else was tapped out, but somehow we still had room to eat. We ordered the lobster garlic noodles, and they were amazing. They didn't skimp on the lobster either. There were big chunks of real lobster throughout the dish, along with spinach and garlic noodles. Definitely one of my favorite entrées of the night. I also tried the Key Lime Cider, and I liked that they let me sample it before ordering. It ended up being really refreshing and exactly what I was looking for. For dessert, we shared the brownie cookie topped with ice cream. Oh my God. I don't even like chocolate like that, and it was amazing. Yard House has never really disappointed me, but this visit was especially good. I don't know if we were just starving or if the chef was having an exceptional night, but kudos and hats off to the kitchen. Parking was easy too. Levels 3 and 4 of the garage were free, so there was no need to pay or get anything validated. Overall, everything was smooth from start to finish. Great service, great food, easy parking, and a surprisingly short wait despite how busy it was. 10/10, highly recommend.

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    Lobster Garlic Noodles - Maine lobster, shrimp, shiitake mushrooms, spinach and parmesan.
    Lobster Garlic Noodles - Maine lobster, shrimp, shiitake mushrooms, spinach and parmesan.
    Enjoy a variety of appetizers, like our Chicken Nachos, while watching your favorite sports games.
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