This is such a random and beautiful bar! I'd heard rumblings about it and finally got to stop in…read morefor some drinks. It's unsuspecting in the plaza in Maitland, but the interior space for the bar itself is excellent. It's not a big area, but there's lots of bar seats and quite a few tables. I never would have found it just randomly driving by, but so glad it exists. The cocktails were *phenomenal*. Truly. My parents and I met Noah at another location last year, and were excited to see him working here. These guys take their beverages very seriously and don't play games when it comes to flavor. We had great service, a lot of fun, a lot of drinks, and made great memories. Can't recommend coming by here enough!

Packwoods was our first stop for happy hour, and I'd definitely come back. The cocktail menu has a…read morenice variety, so there's something for almost everyone. I ordered the Lemon Drop, which was an easy 9/10. It was smooth, refreshing, and well balanced. The Mucho Gusto also earned a 9/10 and was another drink I'd happily order again. The Emerald just wasn't my favorite, but that's the fun of trying something new. I also sampled a few drinks my friends ordered, and there were several that I'd love to come back and order for myself. The atmosphere made it easy to relax and enjoy the evening. If you're looking for a cocktail spot inside Maitland Social, this one is definitely worth a visit.

I arrived with a plethora of allergy challenges, they met everyone of them witha smile and a…read morewonderful answer. I will not only return but recommend to others in a heart beat ! Absolutely amazing staff, they came to our table be sure to meet our needs !!!!! Especially, Tamera, Meg and Tom !!!!!

We came for the first time tonight and had a blast. It is a speakeasy located in the back of the…read moreCopper Rocket. First you check in at the hostess booth in a small room where she does her spiel and fully explains the menu. Then she will lead you inside the restaurant to your seat. We sat in a private nook in the corner which accommodated our 8 people (which the staff was fine with us adding 2 more to our 6 person reservation initially). The entire place is so well decorated and if you look around there's tons of fun details and decor. The menu is made up of a map and they provide everyone with their own personal flashlight to see it. When you order certain drinks, it triggers various special effects. At times, it felt like an adult rainforest cafe with changing sounds and lights. Our server went above and beyond to make our experience great, going all out with his special effects and overall sassiness. You get a two hour allotment and our server did a great job of updating us of how much time we had left. We will definitely be back!

One of my favorite Halloween traditions is going to the Nightmare at the Courtesy! I always love…read moretrying the different Halloween themed drinks. I definitely recommend getting a reservation for the Halloween or Christmas events because they are always super busy but definitely worth it. The venue completes transforms with different Halloween decor, including the bathrooms! The drinks are always tasty and pretty to photograph! I got the take it for your grave (skull mug) and the Jack o lantern (pumpkin mug) both were super yummy but I loved the pandan and ube flavors in the take it to your grave the best. It was so delicious!

This year's nightmare on orange was fab! Food still amazing, drinks are verrry boozy!…read more Reservations are an absolute must if you don't want to brave the wait. There is a small parking lot behind the building and some street parking available. Even the bathroom decor is fun! This year my bestie was in from out of town and she thoroughly enjoyed it. If you are looking for a spooky time with creative drinks and excellent food, this stop is a must!

We stumbled into this spot and it ended up being such a fun find. It has a lowkey speakeasy vibe…read morewith a hidden entrance - we only found it because we noticed a sign pointing toward it inside the Thai restaurant (talay) in the same building. The cocktail menu was really creative and all the drinks felt thoughtfully curated. Nothing felt random; every drink had a clear concept and the ingredients actually made sense together. I got the clarified ube cocktail and it was so unique - fun, smooth & amazing flavors. The pad kra pow cocktail was a little spicy for my taste but my husband loved it. The atmosphere was loungey & a great place to sit, chat, and try something different. Definitely the kind of spot that feels like you accidentally unlocked a little secret bar. I'd absolutely come back for more cocktails.

Fantastic drinks. Very comfortable, relaxing vibes…read more Good music. And delicious food. Definitely worth visiting, Noir.

Such a fun place! The bartenders are so chill and willing to cater drinks to your liking. They are…read moreso cool there! The place looks really cool inside also. I really enjoy coming here for a hang with the peeps. I always have a great time and they do have some really nice drinks. So if you are looking for chill vibes and good drinks, this is your spot! You're welcome!!!!!

This is such a special spot. I have been trying Dirty Martini's for 30 years. I feel like I have…read morefinally found it!!! This spot is soo spacial! There is no real food here. It is strictly a bar! But the service is so friendly & welcoming. They are quick to offer recommendations. The vibe here is low-key neighborhood & a kind of locals secretwatering hole. Come check out this special little spot before everyone else does!!

I'm still thinking about the chicken tenders I got here in the best way. The tenders are…read morehand-battered and crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside. My partner and I each ordered our own which came with 4, but they were so big that we could've split it. The atmosphere was quaint and whimsical. It's a very cute date night spot and is connected to the Enzian Theatre so you can go watch a film after. It is an outdoor restaurant, but there is cover in case it rains. Service was fast. I'm looking forward to going back and trying more of their food.

Back again after only a few months since my first experience here. It is such a relaxing spot for…read moregood drinks, nice small bites and great conversation with friends. We decided to stop in here after lunch to enjoy one of the great Spring days in Orlando (which are few and far between as you locals know!) The outdoor area, with lush plants, a water feature, good shade trees and tables with umbrellas allow you to sit back and enjoy a perfect Spring afternoon. The wrap around bar area is spacious and covered. Cool retro music is always playing here. We were again served by Andy and Noah! They are two of the hardest working servers in the business. In fact, every one of the servers at this spot seems to up their game, possibly due to the great vibe of this outdoor bar. We had several drinks throughout the late afternoon and evening and just enjoyed the music and the chill atmosphere. We ordered edamame (nicely seasoned with spices) and chicken fingers (very good) during the evening given the big lunch we had earlier. This place is such a good time! Now that I discovered it though my friends, I think I will become a regular here, especially when the weather cooperates.

After months of anticipation... I finally made it to Alfie's…read more It was exactly what I was hoping it would be: a slice of culture. Real people. Real life. Real youth. Real energy. Real good vibes. Orlando obviously has no shortage of places to eat, drink, and gather, but Alfie's belongs to that rare category of venues that feel equally at home in a major metropolis. It's the kind of spot that would fit seamlessly into Los Angeles's best neighborhoods: think Gold Line in Highland Park or the Vinyl Room at the Hollywood Palladium. Not because they're carbon copies, but because they share that intangible quality of genuine discovery and cultural curiosity. The crowd ( age range 25 - 35 mostly ) was genuinely engaged with one another. People were actually talking, actually present, not hunched over their phones. That alone felt invigorating. There was an undeniable spark in the room. Alfie's wasn't chasing trends; it was simply allowing them to emerge naturally. What impressed me most was how they brought it all together .. Retro stereo equipment and vinyl players from the 50s mixed with a bar area that's super sleek and modern. Conversations, music, the lounge itself .... all came together in a way that felt alive and IN THE MOMENT. When my LA friends visit, Alfie's is on the list. Go after 9 or 10 PM and plan to stay for at least two hours. That's when you really see the scene develop and come alive. Bring your ID: they card at the door. Even at my age, I still get carded. No complaining about that ! lol

This is a cool place to hang out. The hifi bar. Drinks were an average price…read more There was plenty of seating and a dance floor to get loose if that's your thing. They made sure the air was ln for anticipation of a large crowd. I wish the outdoor space had a better sound system however it backs up to a residential neighborhood ( so let's not disturb the peace). Cute kitschy spot - gives 70s nostalgia The fur on the women's bathroom entrance was interesting

An Amazing Team-Building Experience at The Trap!…read more We came back after 11 months, and we had an absolutely fantastic experience at The Trap! Our two Parsons offices, the Downtown Orlando office and the Altamonte Springs office, came together for a team-building event, and everyone had an amazing time. A very special thank you to Miriam for all her assistance in planning our activity. Her cordiality, professionalism, and willingness to help throughout the entire process certainly did not go unnoticed. She made everything so easy and was always available to assist us. We also want to give a huge shout-out to Austin, the Manager, who went above and beyond to make sure our group was having a great time and that everyone was well taken care of. His attention and hospitality truly made a difference. And what can we say about the extraordinary Ian, Bryh, and Morgan? You were all awesome! You made the axe-throwing experience fun, exciting, and memorable for everyone. A special thank-you as well to Paola at the bar, who kept everything running smoothly, and to Yen and Lala, who provided excellent service throughout our visit. To the entire team at The Trap, thank you! Your energy, professionalism, friendliness, and attention to our group made this an amazing experience from beginning to end. We are truly grateful that we chose The Trap for our team-building event. Bringing together the Downtown Orlando and Altamonte Springs Parsons teams was a wonderful experience, and your team helped make it a memorable one. Thank you, Miriam, Austin, Ian, Bryh, Morgan, Paola, Yen, Lala, and the entire Trap team! We appreciate everything you did for us and look forward to visiting again in the future. Highly recommended!

This place was beautifully designed. It has different lounge areas that seem like separate rooms…read more(only three walls), each with a different design. There are table games, like Jenga, and different kinds of seating all over. The ace throwing has stalls on the opposite side of the establishment. The bartenders are awesome, and of course I had to get my staple, an espresso martini. They add a cute decoration ontop in the form of two axes AND it's made with Lineage espresso. The food is delicious. I had the 2600 which has a heaping amount of filet pieces. It's served with chips and is so yummy. This is a cute place for date night or hanging with friends! I've even went in here and there were Salsa lessons. Ask the staff about their upcoming events.

Luke's is always a favorite! The food is consistently good and the service is excellent every time…read morewe visit. The ambiance is always dim and upscale and it is a great date night spot We recently tried the meatloaf, which I don't remember ever seeing on the menu before, and it is officially a new favorite. So flavorful, comforting, and definitely something I would order again. Everything else at the table was delicious too. And the White Linen is hands down one of my all-time favorite cocktails -- so light, refreshing, and consistently good. Luke's continues to be one of those places we can count on for a great meal and great service. My only request: PLEASE bring back the rolls! If you know, you know. Those rolls were everything!

We came here one night for a nice dinner. We got a nice dinner. The ambiance is picture perfect,…read morelike a movie scene. Dim lighting, dark wooden tables, just really comfortable. The food was also great. We started off with the Sourdough Flatbread (mushroom, ham, fig, goat cheese), and honestly, this might have been the best flatbread I've ever had in my life. It was a great size, has a hearty crust for good handling, and the toppings are just magnificent in quantity And quality. Just wow. Delicious. For my main, I had the Crab Cakes (citrus beurre blanc, tomato-smoked pepper jam, fries). Again, dynamite dish. Lots of crab in those cakes, a creamy, acidic sauce as a nice foil to the crab, and then a nice little pop of that smoked pepper jam to really make the dish interesting with every bite. So good. I also got to try a nightly special they had, a Lamb Tenderloin. Perfectly medium rare, a nice rice side, just done really well. We finished off with probably the best part of the night, the Skillet Brownie (salted caramel, vanilla soft serve). Insane. Ooey and gooey, warm and chocolatey, with a hint of salty caramel. With that dollop of vanilla ice cream just melting away on top, it was the perfect dessert. What really set back this visit was the service. Our server was just awful, I'm sorry. I'm not saying she was an awful person. She was a lovely person, but restaurant service is probably just not the job for her. I won't go any farther. Overall, the ambiance and the food here are exceptional. I would definitely come back here again.

I introduced another friend to this unique restaurant and bar. We arrived a little after 6 PM and…read morewere seated promptly by Mel. We chose a little corner table against the wall. We looked over the happy hour menu (good all day on Monday nights and Tuesday through Friday 5-7pm). We ask Mel about the "Bartender's Choice" selection under happy hour drinks. She said the bartender will mix a drink of their preference. The customer cannot choose the alcohol or any mixers as the bartender makes the decisions all by him or herself. Mel asked if we had any allergies or any other issues that might affect the drinks the bartender would like to make. We said we did not and we decided to take on this "choice" experience. Serena was the bartender of the evening and she did an amazing job. She mixed up various concoctions for us throughout the night (we ordered a second round after the first one) and we enjoyed every drink she prepared. The presentation of the drinks were also well done. Serena's cocktails consisted of bourbon, rum, and various ingredients which could include bitters, lemon, agave or other cocktail mixers. She was the bartender extraordinaire of the evening. For food, we ordered the half dozen chicken wings (2 orders since they were so good) and the pizza empanadas to start. The two empanadas had mozzarella cheese stuffed inside and were served with a warm marinara. From the main menu, we ordered the Faroe Island Salmon, which was served on a bad of risotto and tomato butter, with capers. The portion of the salmon was somewhat small for the price of $28, but it and the risotto were cooked perfectly. We ended the night with their signature drink, "Death in the Afternoon" which contains absinthe and is one of my favorite drinks here in Orlando. It was another five star experience and my friend found a new restaurant she now loves. All in all, a great night thanks to the attentiveness and easy-going attitude of Mel, our server, and the exceptional cocktails from the bartender, Serena. Thank you both for a job very well done!

Went to Death in the Afternoon for Happy Hour and it was sooo worth it…read more Got the Raspberry Tom Collin's And a mystery Bar tenders choice! I will definitely come back to try other options on the menu! Great service and gives speakeasy vibes.