Great food and service. Nice outside dining under umbrella with shade. Beautiful hanging pot…read moreflowers too.

We were in Winter Park for the afternoon and looking for a good, affordable lunch. I'd heard about…read moreBricks & Bowls before (as well as the Ghost Kitchen concept), so we decided to give it a try. I was immediately drawn to the Ghost Pepper Chicken sandwich. I noticed they offered a Boxed Lunch combo that included a half-brick focaccia sandwich, a choice of side, chips, and a cookie. Under the Soups & Sides section of the menu, I saw soups, salads, fruit, chips, and bread listed, so I asked if I could get the Kale Caesar Salad as my side. I was told it wasn't considered a side. That struck me as a little odd since it was listed under "Soups & Sides," but I didn't press the issue and instead ordered the sandwich and salad separately. I do wish there had been a sandwich-and-salad combo option, especially since it's Florida and 100 degrees outside--hot soup wasn't exactly calling my name that day! The Ghost Pepper Chicken sandwich was a bit dry, and I didn't notice much Swiss cheese or enough ghost pepper bang sauce to add much heat or moisture. On the plus side, the focaccia bread was fantastic, and the sandwich was piled high with sliced chicken. Even the half-brick size was plenty filling. The Kale Caesar Salad was much smaller than expected and, ironically, seemed like it would have fit perfectly as a combo side. It also contained more romaine than kale, with just a sprinkling of baby kale on top. The Caesar dressing, however, was excellent--rich, creamy, and full of flavor. At $6 for a small bowl, I was hoping for a little more substance. I also treated myself to the Belgian Chocolate Salted Caramel Cookie that would have come with the Boxed Lunch combo, and it was outstanding. Soft, gooey, and packed with flavor. Bricks & Bowls has a pleasant outdoor seating area in a courtyard setting, with tables shaded by large umbrellas. Just keep in mind that there is no indoor seating, and even with the shade, it can be pretty warm during a Florida summer. Overall, it was a decent first experience with some highlights and a few disappointments. The food had some strong points, particularly the focaccia bread, dressing, and cookie, but at around $20 for a quick-service lunch, I left feeling that the value didn't quite match the price.

Incredibly disappointed in the TLB. I've been a fan for a long time, especially their dry aged…read moremeats, and am more than willing to pay for this type of product. Today, though, I noticed them selling Japanese Wagyu as: Sake Infused Dry Aged A9 Kobe Strip. This is a very scammy way of selling a product. First, meat is graded broadly on three scales - USDA (choice, prime), BMS (beef marbling scale - common in Aus), and the Japanese grading scale. (A1-A5, with most high end steaks being A4 or the gold standard, A5). https://meatnbone.com/blogs/the-clever-cleaver/meat-beef-grading-system-understanding A9 doesn't exist. A BMS 9 could be an A5. But this is mislabeled. They have also used the term A11 in their instagram account. Maybe they are confusing BMS for A-scale, or maybe they are intentionally trying to make their product seem better than competitors. Furthermore, not all Japanese Wagyu is Kobe beef. Kobe beef refers to Tajima cattle raised in Hyogo Japan. The export of this beef is highly regulated to only certain restaurants and purveyors, who will display a seal and certificate certifying the origin of the beef. It is rare, expensive, and most importantly, Bush Brothers (Local Butcher's wholesale purveyor) is not certified to sell, nor do they use in any way, the term Kobe Beef. So it is incredibly likely that this product is mislabeled. This isn't illegal (Kobe beef doesn't have a TM in the US), but it is disingenuous. https://www.kobe-niku.jp/en/contents/certification/index.html https://instagram.com/bushbros Next, "sake infused"is incredibly confusing. Is it referring to the myth that Kobe cattle are massaged with sake? Is it referred to the use of koji (fermented cooked rice) which is often used as an aging accelerant? Or did they really take Japanese Wagyu and infuse (inject, soak?) with sake? And why on earth would you do that!? It would be like making sangria with a bottle of DRC. This product is likely a A5 strip loin (which Bush Bros. does carry) that has been aged. Market price would be somewhere around $175-185/lb. (An unaged cut would be around $150/lb.) When I asked for more information on the most expensive cut of meat in their shop, I was treated with disdain and a dismissive attitude. Neither member of the staff could answer my questions other than to say "It's the highest grade of Kobe beef." To charge $215 dollars for a grade that doesn't exist, for a steak that isn't from Kobe, with an aging method that seems dubious at best, is disingenuous and plays on a lack of consumer knowledge. If The Local Butcher themselves don't know the differences here, they shouldn't sell this product. If they do, they should be ashamed of themselves.

If you're looking for meat in Winter Park, this is the place to go. They have a very wide selection…read moreof everything, including specialty cuts you may not find at your local grocery store. It is a little pricey but you get what you pay for.

Tried Potbelly Sandwich (East Colonial store) for the first time, and it was AWESOME! Service was…read moreexcellent and patient with us first time boomers. I ordered the Big version of the Prime Beef sandwich thinking I'd take half home for leftovers. Unfortunately the 1st have was so darn delicious, I ate the 2nd half. Yes, I'm uncomfortably full now but due entirely to my lack of discipline . The sandwich shocked me how good it was. We used to love Quizno's toasted subs but they have been long gone. So glad to see a toasted sub place again. The wife ordered same sub - original size, and loved it too. We will definitely be back again and again to try different options.

I was excited to see that there's a Potbelly here in the Orlando area. I used to visit Potbelly…read moreoften when I spent time in Chicago and always enjoyed it, so I was looking forward to trying this location. I stopped in after doing some shopping and placed my order online so it would be ready by the time I finished. I ordered the chicken club sandwich and a Dream Bar. It was after 8 p.m. on a Saturday, and the restaurant was pretty much empty. My order was ready ahead of the quoted pickup time, which I appreciated. However, the sandwich didn't quite live up to what I remember. The bread didn't taste as fresh as I expected, and the sandwich was lukewarm instead of warm and toasty like I've experienced at other locations. The Dream Bar was also not quite what I remembered. It didn't have the same richness or taste that made it a favorite for me in the past. I'm not sure if the time of day impacted the quality, but the overall experience just didn't match the Potbelly I remember from Chicago. That said, because I've had great experiences with this brand in the past, I'd be open to giving this location another try. Food: 3 out of 5 Service: 4 out of 5 Value: 3 out of 5 Overall Rating: 3 out of 5 stars

I was craving Thai iced tea but also needed to get some work done of my computer. I love that there…read moreare outlets and wifi here (ask the staff for the password)! This is such a cute little spot for all sorts of tea drinkers (hot or iced). I ended up ordering some lunch while here, and Kha Soi Chicken sandwich did actually blow my mind. The somewhat spicy curry type of sauce went so well with the chicken and sourdough! The Thai iced tea was also perfect.

Horrible customer service. Rude servers…read more Overpriced tea with full cup of ice. No air conditioning. Holes in table mats. Stained pillows on uncomfortable chairs. Just No.

Holy moley! This was my first time at Black Bean Deli and it definitely won't be my last. I wasn't…read moresuper hungry, so I just ordered a guava pastry... and WOW. It was so good I honestly could've eaten 10 of them. I also had to try the yucca fries because I LOVE yucca fries, and these had to be some of the best I've ever had. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and absolutely hit the spot. I'm already looking forward to coming back and trying more from the menu next time!

It had been a minute since I'd popped into a Black Bean Deli. I'm so glad we stopped by! I brought…read moremy mom here and she was so excited that they still had the cuban special (it was her favorite thing to order way back in the day when she worked down the street). I ordered the Havana Pork bowl. This place is fast casual so you order at the counter and then find a seat. The food took a little time but the ordering process went quick for going during peak lunch hours. The food was so good. Amazing maduros and the havana pork was very flavorful. My mom said the cuban was just as good as when she used to order it often. Needless to say, I'm going to need to bring my mom here again because she keeps saying "when are you picking me up to go again???" Great spot for lunch!

I love having Gnarly Barley in the neighborhood. One of the best upgrades they've made recently is…read morethe patio area...it feels comfortable, relaxed, and almost like hanging out in your own backyard. Being able to overlook the park and catch a sunset while enjoying a drink with friends is a huge bonus. I'm not in love with every item on the menu, but I keep coming back for the sandwiches and nachos, which are always solid choices. The service is consistently quick, and the staff does a great job accommodating guests, especially when it comes to putting games on the TVs. Overall, it's a great local spot to meet up with friends, grab some food, watch a game, and enjoy the outdoor atmosphere. Definitely happy to have it in the area.

This place is pretty busy with outdoor seating, but you choose your own table. The waitress was…read morereally nice and attentive as well. It's kinda loud in there but that's because they play sport games. The chik Philly with the cherry and banana peppers was such a great addition. Both of our sammis were juicy and delicious. My girlfriend loved their sandwich and said all the ingredients paired so well. The cheese melted so well into all the toppings. The only downside is that I wanted the bulgogi sandwich but they were out.

We stopped in on a Sunday night at about 7:30. It wasn't busy. We ordered their vegan burger…read moreoptions. My impossible burger came with vegan cheese fries. They were delicious. It's a very casual and small place. Good for families.

We were in town to tour a potential college and saw this place had good reviews and a good vibe. We…read moregot there right before noon and they were only a couple people in there eating. There was a good bit of seating. The menu looked amazing it was hard to pick what to try. We tried the smokehouse grilled cheese and truffle fries and the the big cheese. It was all fresh hot and AMAZING! The cheese pull from the big cheese was my sons favorite and we absolutely loved the fries. We could definitely see what people labeled it as a small gem with a fun vibe. The service was good and we even heard some of the staff talking about trying different things to come up with new sandwiches that sounded so good and we love trying new things! We will definitely be back!

This sandwich shop is off the chart good!!!!!…read more Go in and order and sit outside at their cute set up with cozy tables and planter beds set on gravel rock and sectioned off from the street. Nice use of the space. Okay now to the amazing sandwiches!!! The tuna sandwich is amazing some unique twists of flavors.... So good we got it twice (next time we went there). The ham Malone is also delicious! Great sandwiches and a must try! Support our local businesses.

ORLANDO HIDDEN GEM!!!!…read more i really enjoyed my time here!! Rob was so kind & the sandwiches were ELITE!!!! the hospitality & kindness really added extra flavor to an already good sandwich. we are so lucky to be 5 min away from here! you got a regular in me! kindly, GTB