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Underwhelming. Expected a bit more based on the reviews. Located upstairs (duh), One Flight Up has a simple cafe menu with very limited breakfast offerings. I had the Quiche (spinach, artichoke). A small slice, tasty, but overall disappointing since I paid $9. The one-size Latte, served in a plain mug, was basic, hot, but not very strong (recommend getting an extra shot) Perhaps lunch is better. The atmosphere was the best part about the place; nice, kitchy, ample indoor and outdoor patio seating with a lot of original art with 70's music playing in the background. Overall, not bad but not worth the price I paid. Lots of other choices in town.
The food was pretty good, although the presentation wasn't consistent. My wife had the same but had a real plate while I received a paper one. But it was due to what I imagine was a mix-up. They were looking for someone who'd ordered the honey mustard chicken wraps. So only one showed up when the food finally arrived, so they had to fill the other after the fact. It's not a huge issue, but noticeable. The server was apologetic and did good overall. I guess they felt overwhelmed with the extra weekend traffic since it was the blueberry festival this week. Although it's not a huge place, the place had a SOHO vibe to it and felt cozy. Live and learn. I would probably come during another day and compare.
Atmosphere - Great! The restaurant is located in the center of town near the shops. As the name states, the restaurant is located on the second floor of a building (I did not see an elevator). The dining areas are located in several small rooms in what appears to be a former home or apartment. There also is a small outdoor seating area that overlooks the street. The décor is casual, yet very nice. Service - Very Good. Our server was attentive and friendly. Food - Very Good. I had the soup and half sandwich special. I ordered the Lobster Bisque and Roast Turkey with Swiss Cheese. Both were great. The bread was fresh and the roast turkey and Swiss cheese delicious. The soup was served hot and had a great flavor. Overall Value - Excellent. If you are in Mt. Dora and are looking for a lunch that offers a nice atmosphere, good service and very good food at a reasonable price, this is the spot for you.
I love this place! We were looking for somewhere with a lighter lunch and this fit the bill. They have appetizers, salads, soups and sandwiches. You first have to walk up a big flight of stairs, thus the name. You pick up a menu and choose your seat and the servers find you. We ate inside at a low four top. The seats have cushions, but there are also spares sitting around as some of them are softer than others. The atmosphere is funky and whimsical, and I truly enjoyed looking around at all the pictures and decorations. There are numerous different rooms, all decorated with interesting things. Our server quickly brought our drinks and then we placed our order. I settled on a cup of tomato basil bisque soup and a half a Turkey and Swiss on whole wheat bread. I don't think we waited 5 minutes and our food was brought out. The plate was appealing, with sides of a pickle and olives and the soup and sandwich looked awesome. The soup was hot and very full of flavor. The sandwich was served on very fresh bread, REAL Turkey and a more than ample amount of Swiss cheese. There was also tomato and lettuce on the sandwich. It was fantastic!!! I would absolutely return here when in the area.
2nd floor cafe in spectacular Mt Dora. Enjoying the beautiful fall weather in Florida with sunny views from the Cafes outdoor balcony seating. Great friendly service. Coffee was good.
Hungry for an early lunch during the Mount Dora Arts Festival, the first place we tried to get into had a line out the door. We kept walking, and I happened to look up and saw people sitting on a balcony eating. We walked up a couple of flights of stairs to a sign that said "seat yourself" so we grabbed two menus and headed out to the balcony. Our waiter had just cleaned the table so we quickly sat down and perused the menu. It clearly was a menu for just the 2 days of the art festival, as there were very, very few items on it. A few sandwiches, a few salads, and some appetizers. I ordered the tuna salad, but I should have said tuna salad *salad* apparently, because I ended up with the the tuna salad sandwich. Which actually was fine - the bread was fresh, and the tuna was tasty having been dolled up with onions and celery. It came with bagged chips and a pickle spear. The best part of the meal, though, was people-watching from the balcony. We never did see our waiter again, but since he had dropped off our check when the food came, that was fine. You pay when you leave at the coffee bar, which thankfully wasn't too busy. I would love to try some of the regular menu items next visit.
One Flight Up Café is a downtown coffee shop and wine bar serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, appetizers, desserts, coffee drinks, beer and wine. It was voted as having the best coffee in the area. And yes, as the name would indicate it is one full steep staircase flight up, but with balcony seating overlooking downtown and one of the best views of downtown Mount Dora. I had their Sandwich Combo being one half of a sandwich and a bowl of soup. The sandwich was simple, nothing of any particular note but good enough. The soup however was really very good. Overall, I can say I'm a fan of One Flight Up Café for its really great atmosphere and friendly staff.
Wonderful environment, friendly and attentive service, and wonderful tasting food! Amanda was super friendly and wonderful as helping us order! Good weekly specials on wines and beers!
So disappointing. I always like to give places a chance and a try but honestly they lost me from the very beginning. If you aren't local you are a bit confused on what to do when you enter. We finally asked someone if we needed to be seated or if they would seat us. You seat yourself. Grab a menu. There are no children's menus here (which is fine) but they will offer a grilled cheese if your kids are into those. I wish mine were. My husband and I decided on getting half soup and a sandwich. This also comes with a side of chips. Keep that in mind. I had planned on letting my kids eat my side of chips. We also got the cheese and bean dip appetizer. Service was ok but it was a busy day for them so we let it slide. However, when I ordered my sandwich they asked if I wanted wheat or white bread. I said wheat. Appetizer-- meh. It was A LOT of dip but I have had better cheese dip at a tail gate. It was very basic and lacking flavor. Comes with tortilla chips but not enough. Chicken salad sandwich- Wouldn't get it again. They brought it out on the wrong bread and they would have replaced it for me but I told them I don't like wasting food so I ended up eating it. The chicken is obviously from a can. It was very basic and once again... I can make better. Why am I paying money for this? Tomato soup- awful. Worst soup I have ever had because it tasted like water. When the server came out with our sandwiches I noticed it was missing the chips. I brought it up and he said "do you want me to get those?" .... are we serious? It literally comes with the meal. Why would I not want what I am paying for? SMH All in all.... no. The only alluring thing about this place is the patio view and that's how they reel you in but it's a no for me. I rather make my own food at home.
Let's start with the vibe. The art that adorns the walls, the cozy little rooms, each with a different type of decor are part of what defines Mount Dora. There's also the bar/cashier area and the open air front porch so you can look over downtown. Now Add the fact that you can purchase the artwork using various online payment methods and take it home with you after your visit!! OK ... now about the food. I had a half of the Tangy Summer Salad, which had lots of accoutrements like Craisins, walnuts, and tomato and a variety of lettuce along with a very sweet and tangy dressing. Then I had the spinach, mushroom, asparagus quiche which was creamy and lovely. Finally I have to give a shout out to the server who was so friendly and the cook who came out and gave me my meal. I topped off my meal with a glass of Sauvignon Blanc which was chilled perfectly and a very decent pour. Great afternoon Lunch/Brunch.
Just stopping by Mt. Dora for my favorite Olive Oil store. Sadly, they did not have the tasting. But still got my favorites. For lunch we stopped by One Flight Up Cafe. And we were so glad we did. Appetizer smoked fish was delicious. Chips and dip salsa was very good. Must taste the outstanding lobster bisque and the chicken salad sandwich. Down that with a nice cold (or 2) stella, and you are in lunch heaven. Service was quick and professional. Servers were very attentive. I love this place. Highly recommend
On my first trip ever to Mount Dora, I discovered One Flight Up Cafe. The first thing that attracted me to this place was their terrace!! you get a beautiful view of the Main Street in Mt Dora's downtown area while you enjoy your food. I was visiting with my parents and I was glad we found this good spot for breakfast. They offered a limited breakfast menu, but we were able to get a substantial sandwich. You get to choose the bread you prefer, english muffin, or bagel and your meat and cheese. We also ordered "cafe con leche," coffee with milk, the coffee was very good quality and they were able to accommodate my preference for almond milk. I was really glad about that. You get free coffee refills. The staff was very nice and were constantly checking on us which I appreciate. I do wish they had a more extended breakfast menu, but maybe they are meant to be more of a lunch spot. Either way, I totally recommend a visit and please sit on the terrace, you won't regret it!!
Upstairs outside is a great spot to have a lite lunch and a glass of wine. Lite fair and pretty reasonable prices. We started with the cheesy onion dip. Yummy! Very cheesy and the onions gave it a nice sweet flavor. Then I had the half sandwich and half soup. With roast turkey breast and a tomato basil soup. All good and very fresh. Again a great spot to have a lite bite and take in Mt Dora
7 years ago
Salad was mostly just walnuts. Salmon was obviously frozen and tasted like water. I'm guessing this place is better known for coffee and alcohol because the food is not impressive at all. read more
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Pros: A cute hip coffee location with enormous drinks and multiple ambiances. Cons: Outdoor seating can be directly in sun during the day. Bottom Line: A great homely and hip coffee location that is a favorite of the locals. I spent the day in Mount Dora exploring the local eateries and was happy to find this small café in the downtown area. One flight up literally takes you up a flight of stairs before you see the actual coffee room. There are 4 individual settings that each have a different ambiance. Outdoor seating is available with a fantastic view of the downtown street, however I would recommend you avoid sitting there mid-day as it can get really hot. The view is fantastic at night though. The drinks are absolutely huge! I was expecting an 8oz petite frozen chai latte but I got something close to the 24oz venti monstrosities of Starbucks. The flavor was pleasant and not overly sweet; it was definitely a welcome addition to the hot summer afternoon. Service is pretty chill; the servers will take their time getting to you if you're alone but they definitely embody nice Southern hospitality. You should definitely take the initiative in getting their attention. I was offered more latte several times and even one to take home with me, although these drinks are so big that you'll be hard pressed to want more. They offer some delicious looking spreads and sandwiches as well. Overall everyone is really friendly here and it's definitely a necessity to any downtown area. read more
5 years ago
Quick, relaxing lunch overlooking Donnelly Street. There are several options when choosing a seat. Even though it was a warm summer day the second floor patio was perfect with a little breeze. We were greeted by a wonderful server named Mike who checked on us just enough and was prompt with drinks, napkins, etc. The menu says "best pour in town" so we each had a glass of wine, pour was good. We also each had a salad- I had the harvest chicken salad ($9) which they are supposedly known for. Hubby had the walnut salad and added chicken, without the chicken (extra charge) it would've been pretty light. My salad was good but I'm not sure I would have it again. Prices are a little high but it about on par with downtown Mount Dora. The food was fresh and light, the service great at atmosphere nice so we'll be back. read more
8 years ago
Cute little breakfast and lunch spot. I stopped here for lunch when I was in the area for work. Loved the unique layout! This cafe is your standard little relaxation spot with great food. I tried the black bean soup and an egg and cheese sandwich on an English muffin. Took some carrot cake home for later which was fantastic! I would say the menu is a little pricey for how simple the items are, but it was a satisfying meal. I would love to sit out on the porch and enjoy a coffee on my next visit! read more
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The frozen chai tea lattes are delicious! Sit outside for a nice view of Donnelly in downtown Mt Dora. read more
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Cozy coffee, dessert and wine bar. Especially sitting on the balcony is a nice way to relax. The service is excellent, and dessert portion is generous. The price actually very reasonable. If able to handle the stairs, could be a good designated break time hangout while you enjoying Mount Dora. read more
13 years ago
I'm not from mount dora but whenever I come visit its a must spot for me! First the ambiance- I love how relaxed it is here. The windows let in so much natural light making it the perfect place to study. I'm very picky about the "atmosphere" I study in. It's weird I know, but I love a place that puts me in a cheerful mood and this place is it. It's a hidden gem that I would never have gone in since its upstairs. I was shocked when I came in. You have a cafe, a study lounge, and a huge patio that overlooks downtown. The staff is super friendly and put love in the coffee. The food- I haven't tried the food here but I have had the coffee. I'm never let down when I get one. And the presentation is definitely something to take note. My bf and I love this place! Overall- ditch Starbucks and come to one flight up :) read more
8 years ago
Cute place on Donnelly St. Ordered chai tea latte and hubby ordered a Frappuccino. Both were very good. Food looks good, nice selection. View outside is nice overlooking the shops. Definitely will come back. read more
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If you are either visiting Mt. Dora, or even live here, you should know that this place is impeccable. The scenery of the historic downtown Mt. Dora is already enough to put you in a good mood, but once you go up the stairs, and reach the café, you are greeted by employees bustling by, the fresh scent of café food, and artwork that can only be described as...unique. I usually come to hang out with friends or do homework. They usually are quite busy so it is loud but that is understandable. I would recommend getting the frozen chai, and the brownie sundae. The chai is made perfectly, and you get a decent amount for the price. Same goes for the brownie sundae. The warmed brownie is perfect, in contrast to the soft served ice cream and whipped cream on top. Another recommendation is to get their cakes. They offer a variety, but all of them are moist and springy, just as a cake should be. They also offer open mic nights, so that is a good way to check out some of the local talent. The only thing to be worried about is your bill racking up high! This place can get pretty expensive for common café food. I usually end up spending $10-15 per person. However, that is not surprising, given that this is located in the downtown area. read more
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Hubby and I decided to check out Mount Dora for date night. Love the atmosphere of One Flight Up Cafe, the desserts are delicious! We will definitely be back! read more
Very cool place for you and your friends to hang out with. I enjoy ordering brownie sunday's and chips and sandwiches. I really recommend it and yeah.. I hope you enjoy this place. Also the staff is super nice and they treat you very goodly. read more
6 years ago
After an afternoon of window shopping and Christmas light viewing in Mt. Dora, an exquisite meal of fresh, healthy, and delicious food. The meal was exceeded only by the service, presentation, and the friendliness and competence of the staff at #OneFlightUpCafe. If you find yourself in these parts, be sure to check them out. We'll be back next Monday for more viewing and dining. (Hopefully, it'll be a little less breezy and chilly.) read more
In Mount Dora today with some of my girlfriends heading to Orlando we stopped in here to do a little bit of junk shop shopping and we had lunch at the one flight up café such a cute waiter and so attentive and the chocolate cake is the bomb as well as the coffee. We ordered the walnut and blue cheese salad with a scoop of homemade chicken salad. Yum read more
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This place was fantastic! So impressed with the food. At first we were a little skeptical but once we sat down and met our server we knew we had made the right choice. I ordered the spinach artichoke quiche and it was delicious! Large portion and very generous pours on the wine. The hubby ordered the turkey sandwich which was piled high. The desserts look absolutely amazing but with the generosity of the servings we had no room. We really were hoping to sit on the balcony but a little cold and no heat lamps we will return again when the weather is warm read more
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440 N Donnelly St
Mount Dora, FL 32757
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(352) 735-1446
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