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    The Guesthouse

    4.2 (473 reviews)
    Closed • 4:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    Hummingbird
    Shay M.

    I visited The Guesthouse for happy hour and it really is a good time. The drinks are good and the bartenders are cordial and attentive. The venue is spacious and has plenty of seating at the bar and surrounding tables. Word of advice, get there early because it gets crowded later in the evening.

    Sri R.

    Food was awesome. Love it. Service is the best...Ambience and the environment was so great . Appreciated This is the best in N. Mills Avenue

    Bar area - pretty cool!
    Mena M.

    Food. Service. Ambiance. Yes, Yes, and Yes! We were looking for a nice place with craft cocktails, lounge area, and relaxing chic atmosphere and this bar hit all the right notes. The owner was super nice, the bartenders are talented, and the drinks were delish!

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    Hanan B.

    My go to spot when going to Downtown Orlando for ambiance, vibes, and drinks! Usually come out with the girls or perfect for date night and with it being located on Mills it's in the ideal spot for an evening outing. Parking can sometimes be limited but there's spots in the back lot or on the street and with various surrounding bars it's not hard to hop around as well. What really brings me in as well is their Happy Hour which from 4-8pm, where else can you get those kinds of deals for a proper cocktail? My go to drink is their Army Navy and of course followed by an Espresso Martini, I'm just a giiirllllll. The bartenders are exceptional and always presenting and serving each drink to perfection and to your preference. Whether it's inside or outside in their patio area, this soft lit, chic, plant filled bar is a must when having a few bevy's out in Downtown Orlando.

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    Gaby B.

    Great place to continue a night. I did not see a food menu and believe this is a cocktail place only. The music and ambiance were great. I loved that the place was full and the service was quick. The bar selection was really good. I went with a classic old fashioned.

    Kenisha M.

    The Guesthouse has such a great vibe even on a Wednesday night. Good music, well-made drinks, and a lively atmosphere that makes it an easy spot to hang out and unwind midweek.

    Good Burbon
    Beatrice T.

    The Guest House is a great place to start or end your day. It's Monday, and happy hour started about thirty minutes ago, so the atmosphere is still relaxed. The bartenders are always friendly and attentive. They are quick to greet you, pour you a glass of water, and take your order if you're ready, or give you plenty of time to browse their menu. They're happy to customize their House cocktails or let you go off the menu. The Guest House has parking and overflow parking behind the building, as well as street parking. The best way to get there is by ride share and check out the neighboring businesses. Cheers!

    Hugo spritz and girls night
    Chenae C.

    I want to start off by saying I love guesthouse as a whole. The bartenders are always fantastic and the drinks are great and fairly priced and they have a great happy hour. It can get very busy here but they still do their best to keep up the crowd and the quality does not go down. I visited recently and was quickly reminded of why we stopped going here and that is because of one of the guys who does security here. We will literally turn around and go else where when we see him. I was looking through the reviews and saw other users mentioning the same thing. On my most recent visit we were sitting at the bar by the time he came up to our group. He acted like it was our fault that we had come in without him being at the door. Honestly it's not even worth recounting because they clearly don't care about the way he talks to guests but I will say I will continue to avoid this place when he's there.

    NA Beers for the win.
    Aleksandar M.

    The perfect post dinner chill spot. I went on a Thursday and as always it was full of lively conversation and great vibes. They had two alcohol free beers for me and even though they weren't my favorites it was nice to try something new. Great if you enjoy a light beer. I wish the music wasn't blaring. For a weeknight I wish you didn't have to yell to talk. The bartenders are always nice and helpful. They guided me through my selection. 10/10 atmosphere. Drink up!

    Rachel G.

    The bartenders have increased but their service didn't. The new bartenders are rude and look like they don't want to be there. Took us forever to order a drink at the bar. I recommend coming here before the night crowd gets in. Basically anytime during their happy hour is a good time to go. The place gets overly crowded after that which makes it uncomfortable. I'm surprised the bouncer doesn't cut off the crowd when we're all shoulder to shoulder. Drinks are still delicious and strong.

    Tom Collins and a Hummingbird
    Lana E.

    Came here tonight with a girlfriend to catch up over some cocktails. What a great choice! The happy hour specials were in full force. We got there at 6pm and it wasn't too busy, but about an hour later the place was buzzing. It does get kind of loud in there when the people fill in. I did love the look and vibe of the place. My Tom Collins was delicious! My friend ordered the Hummingbird and enjoyed it as well.

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    Megan R.

    After a very tough day at work, my friends and I decided to go out for some drinks. We wanted to try a "new to us" spot and we ended up at The Guesthouse. It's a very cozy, inviting spot, with a large bar and a decent amount of seating. It's perfect for a date night. The bartenders were all friendly and happy to help if you needed suggestions. All of the drinks were delicious - my favorite was the Whiskey Smash. This is a perfect place to start your night out. Happy Hour starts at 4 and runs until 8. There aren't any food options available, but they do allow you to bring in your own food, which is a very convenient touch. By 11 PM, it became quite crowded and bar service was harder to get. Timing is everything here! If you do decide to move the party, Guesthouse is located central on Mills, where there are tons of great options for food, drinks, and dj nights.

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    Armando F.

    The Guest House is always a cocktail experience with a quality happy hour. Great staff with clean gender neutral restrooms.

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    Pretty chill place...only went once on a Thursday. It wasn't crowed like it is on weekends

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    8 months ago

    Always a good time with good drinks. It was chill and a Saturday relatively early and i had the best time. Happy hour marg was good.

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    Esteban provided a great experience with drinks and services. Great Vibes. Must visit

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    This is my favorite cocktail bar in Orlando. The vibes are always great. The happy hour is amazing and the drinks are top notch

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    Alfies Hifi - Love all this retro stuff

    Alfies Hifi

    4.6(115 reviews)
    0.0 mi•Mills50, Park Lake / Lake Highland

    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

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    Milk punch (left) and pink lady (right)

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    Alfies selector bar

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    Death In The Afternoon - Jamón pastries

    Death In The Afternoon

    4.7(171 reviews)
    0.4 mi•Mills50, Park Lake / Lake Highland
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    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.

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    Death In The Afternoon - To me it feels like a really cool NYC bar.

    To me it feels like a really cool NYC bar.

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    The Monroe

    The Monroe

    4.5(732 reviews)
    1.7 mi•Parramore, Horizons West / West Orlando
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    I decided to do my last magical dining for 2026 here. I made a reservation through OpenTable. I…read moredecided to sit at the bar since it was open, and tried the Capari cocktail for 15 dollars. It was literally bitter sweet, with the sweetness coming from the fruits, and the bitterness most likely from the liquor. It was still a good and refreshing drink. For the appetizer, I had to try their unique and popular pork belly s'mores. It looked like a dessert, but a sweet and savory dish. The pork belly was braised nicely and tender, with the marshmallow adding the sweetness. The homemade crackers were very nice, and the jalapeno added a nice kick. The main dish was the bourbon chicken. It was nicely tender and had a hint of sweetness from the bourbon. The rice went well with the chicken, and the broccolini was perfectly grilled. For dessert, the bread pudding with ice cream was a perfect end. Moist and delicious. It was getting full, so I was able to save some and enjoy at home too. The service was attentive with my bartender checking up with me occasionally. They were quite busy, but still friendly. The dining area looked dark and a bit more formal than last time I visited. But still social and relaxing. I didn't get to see the outdoor patio, but it looked nice from the inside. I parked at the UCF/Valencia garage, which was 3 dollars per hour. Sadly, they don't validate parking. I am so happy I ate at the Monroe for my last magical dining. It's been a while since I eaten there, but the food and drinks are still great. I must say the food was definitely high in calories, sugar, and fat, but it was well worth it. It's just that good in a very nice environment. Definitely will come again when I need southern comfort food! Overall: A

    We came here for our 2nd magical dining experience for this season and it did not disappoint. We…read moregot seated immediately after briefly taking in the beautiful atmosphere. The server came around and took our orders, promptly brought our water every time our water was low, and checked in on us. I got the Caesar salad, the Mushroom Stroganoff and the bread pudding. All three were delicious. The salad was straightforward and was exactly what I would expect from a Caesar salad, but the stroganoff was the standout. The pasta was perfectly cooked and beautifully presented. The only thing I could say that would make it even better was if it was a little less salty. The mushrooms really carried through, the sauce was creamy, and the micro greens helped brighten up the brown color palate. The desert, I love bread puddings and this had a modern twist. It was served as a square, crispy on the outside, like it was deep fried, covered with cinnamon sugar, but still soft on the inside. It was almost like a bread pudding crossed with a churro, which I loved. Highly recommend, I will also say, I love all their restaurants.

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    The Monroe - Bar area in the restaurant.

    Bar area in the restaurant.

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    Fried chicken

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    The Neighbors - Ice cream by the scoop, with a view

    The Neighbors

    4.8(156 reviews)
    1.3 mi•Audubon Park
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    The Neighbors, with its perfect name, is a place where people gather from nearby. Located on the…read moresecond floor (elevator available), the aroma of pizza greets you as you step inside. As you walk through the corridor, you'll find a space that embodies cocktails, food, and trinkets for browsing and purchasing. With both bar space, high-tops, and regular seating options, you'll be tempted to indulge in all that it has to offer. Parking is available, but ride-sharing is recommended. Come for the Happy Hour, but stay for the vibes and great service. Cheers!

    An east end market staple - I can't believe this is my first time trying their pizza. The…read moreatmosphere of the venue is a little weird with a bar in the middle of a store and tables to eat and drink at scattered throughout. The layout of the venue made it hard to understand if we should order at the bar or wait for a server. We ended up ordering at the bar individually and just waiting at a table on the side for our food. The server came around a few times to check in and they have several self serve water stations which was nice. We ordered drinks and two pizzas. Our drinks were pretty good and reasonably priced. My pizza was delicious - the regular. I really like the pepperoni and honey combo. My partner got the garden pesto pizza and it was weirdly spicy. The ingredients didn't include anything spicy so it's a mystery why the pizza was so hot. She got some ranch to cool it down which luckily was very yummy. Overall a unique experience and not bad food!

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    Inside

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    Hot Spa

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    Lamp & Shade Craft Kitchen And Cocktails - HASSELBACK POTATOES herb aioli, truffle oil, parmesan, bonito flakes, scallions

    Lamp & Shade Craft Kitchen And Cocktails

    4.5(276 reviews)
    0.0 mi•Mills50, Park Lake / Lake Highland
    •$$$

    One of my favorite finds in a while!…read more My friends and I wanted to head to an area with good eats & bars, so one of them suggested Lamp & Shade! I had never heard of it, but upon checking their menu online, it looked great to me! I don't remember taking a good look at the parking situation. We parked in a plaza nearby and made the short walk over. Everything was AMAZING!!! This was such a unique looking spot, with great vibes all around. We stopped by at around 6:00, and just split apps throughout the table. We ordered the burrata, hasselback potatoes (one of the best), pork belly and was recommended the unique ceaser salad bites, which we ordered as well. They were all 5/5 stars. I don't say this too often, but they got my filthy martini PERFECT!!!! I have been itching to visit Lamp & Shade again, but unfortunately just haven't got the chance. I definitely would recommend this spot. Plus, there are some cool bars in the nearby area if you're on that side of town! Great place to grab some light bites before you head off to enjoy the night out! Can't wait to visit again soon.

    Had such a fantastic time at Lamp & Shade! This was a new-to-me spot, and I was so impressed by…read moreeverything from the beautiful atmosphere to the incredible food and wonderful service. I also loved that they offer both happy hour and late-night specials! We tried the Sushi Squared, grilled carrots, pork belly, and spicy rigatoni, and everything was absolutely delicious. The pork belly was especially to die for! Such a fun spot with great food, drinks, and ambiance. Will definitely be back!

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    Lamp & Shade Craft Kitchen And Cocktails - Bar area

    Bar area

    Lamp & Shade Craft Kitchen And Cocktails - Pork Belly

    Pork Belly

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