The Tavern

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10 months ago

Good drink deals on standard beer/seltzers, but we were disappointed in the food. We came in around 8:45pm before a show. There seemed to only be 1 employee running around to the tables, and he was doing a great job (taller guy with beard and muscular build - idk his name)! Server was definitely the highlight. However, we waited 45min for our tacos and rice bowls, and the food fell flat - rice was undercooked and the meat was also dry. The sauce helped a little, but overall, was very disappointed ESPECIALLY since we also had to wait a long time. (They said they had to make more rice which caused the delay?) I didn't have high expectations for the food coming here, but after spending $80 on two entrees, a margarita, and a few beers with that much wait, I won't be rushing back. read more

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Jon J.

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5 months ago

Delicious and fun, love me some claw machines and some good drinks. Staff was nice and friendly. They have cheap drinks and not so cheap, pick your poison. Will definitely be back read more

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Lisa S.

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1 year ago

Went here to watch a basketball game with my husband. There is a small parking lot in the back. We got a table in front of the big tv. I believe the manager was who took care of us. Got our drink order right away. We ordered a bucket of high noons which I thought was a good deal. For food, we ordered chicken wings and nachos. The food took a little long to come out but they told us that ahead of time. We weren't in a hurry anyway since we were watching.m the game. Lots of different flavors for the wings. We chose honey sriracha which was tasty with a little heat. The pork nachos were a good size. We were full after that. Although you could call this a dive bar, the restrooms were clean. Overall had a good time. When I was done drinking, our server brought over some waters so we could stay hydrated. read more

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Cheryl V.

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1 year ago

Orlando-Great lil dive bar with great drinks. Hard to believe their Old Fashioned was actually made with Woodford Reserve without even "calling" it! That was a very pleasant surprise! They make their own margarita mix too. I like the dive bar feel, but the gal working was definitely not happy to be there today. I like a more relaxed feel and she definitely was very uptight and wasn't friendly. The 3 of us ordered burritos. 2 Birria, and one pork, along with guacamole and chips. The guac had some kind of additive that made it taste off. Just avocado, lime, onions, jalapeño, and cilantro is allll you need. No fake filler to make it go further. All of the burritos were more rice than meat. They were ok, but not anything that would make us return. read more

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Sanea F.

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The bar is a very chill spot. There is parking in the back but be careful because since the road to parking basically fits one car at a time. They have a few games inside and I love going to places that have dollar bills on the walls because there is always a story behind it. The server/bartender was running the whole thing as ithere was just a decent amount of people there. He was attentive and made sure i was good! I heard their birria melts is good and that was not a lie! The meat was well seasoned. The melt had the pull cheese when you bite from it. Of course the consume perfectly added to the whole thing. I also ordered half elote for my side. The corn was perfectly cooked. As I dined alone and just chilled for a bit watching college football (well trying to understand whats going on), I enjoyed this place. read more

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Amber N.

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10 months ago

I ordered online to pick up. The order was ready on time and easy to pick up. I got 2 birria tacos. I like that they have an option make them crispy. I think the inside of the tacos were a little drier than expected with birria tacos but they were still good when eaten with the broth. read more

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Dana S.

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2 years ago

We wanted somewhere super casual, near downtown as we had another stop there, and Mexican sounded good. It is an unassuming establishment and calls itself a 'vibe' vs a dive bar. It's a dive bar IMO with really great food. They are located on colonial and although they have signage, it's easy to pass. They have several parking spots but it was a slow night and that lot was half full, so I imagine it would be hard to park there for games and such. This is not generally my scene, but we were thoroughly impressed. They had a jukebox, dart throwing and sports on. It was loud but we could communicate. Our server was Mark. He was incredible. He was managing several tables and the phones - all at the same time. The menu is impressive for such a small place and leans to bar food and Mexican. There are even a few Vegan and other specialty options. And they have happy hour too. I noticed that a lot of the food options were listed as spicy and that's not what I wanted. So, I custom-made a quesadilla. It was huge and so very good (one piece pictured). One of the best I've had here in Orlando and not overloaded with cheese - the perfect amount. My husband had 3 pork tacos and couldn't finish them. They were also very, very good. We had leftovers which was nice. And, they have great prices! I think our bill (without the discount) was only about $35!! I had a basic $5 glass of wine and he had a Corona. Not bad and satisfied the craving. If you are down there and looking for this vibe and food, check them out. We will definitely go again! read more

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Kaylee C.

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We went here on taco Tuesday to try something new. The food pictures online looked really good! The food ended up being pretty yummy but nothing amazing. However, there was only one server and it took over an hour to get our food. Poor guy was trying his best to bartend and serve! They gave my boyfriend the wrong burrito but it was no big deal and he enjoyed and anyway. Overall, it's a fun vibe inside and would be good to hangout with friends and enjoy some good tacos but it's not where you would go for an "aesthetic" vibe haha. read more

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Roger M.

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8 months ago

Very friendly staff as well as customers. Guacamole was delicious and fresh. It was taco Tuesday and the tacos were absolutely delicious! A low-key fun place to go and just relax. We'll definitely go back when I'm in town. read more

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Jessica C.

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Always great! Tacos slap and the drinks are well priced and well poured. I've been a 100 times and will probably go a 100 more :)

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Ariel J.

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So this bar is a hidden hole in the wall bar. The location is in a super sketchy area (behind the 711) , but once you make it inside the bar, you would never know. We have been stopping here before shows at the vanguard for drinks/apps. Always excellent service and super friendly bartenders . Good bar food too. I love that it's a low key bar, and mainly locals - which is hard to find these days in Orlando. So far I have tried their pretzel app, their chicken tacos, chicken quesadillas (ordered without the hot sauce) , and drinks . All were good ! read more

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Holly H.

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Brandon made our day! The food was fresh and tasty. We had the taco salad, guacamole, street corn, pulled pork taco and Barbaco taco. Plus a beer and a special drink Brandon made us with a new spicy rum, lime and ginger beer. Brandon's calm but efficient manner was perfect after our hectic weekend. Wide selection of cocktails and beer. Sports bar atmosphere but quieter spots too. Not fancy food but well made and reasonably priced. Thanks for being open!! read more

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Donna R.

Elite 26 All-Star

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2 years ago

I really wanted to love this place, but it was just OK for me. It is a hole in the wall, but the creative touch of the dollar bills and the small aesthetic wall are a nice touch. The taste of the burrito was just a little bland the rice was not good at all with little cheese and I have tasted better. Customer service was attentive and prices are pretty average to compare to everywhere else. read more

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Scott G.

Elite 26 All-Star

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2 years ago

Wow! What a nice surprise! From the outside and as you first walk in, the restaurant feels like a little bit of a dive bar. I have no problem at all with dive bars! They can be fun and fantastic. However, this place really wasn't a dive bar. it has a nice vibe to it. The service was lightning fast, and the food included some of the best tacos I've ever had in my life. The menu is also very affordable! I had the shrimp tacos and the beans & rice side dish. read more

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Angel W.

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Food: 5/5 Price: 5/5 Ambiance: 4/5 Fun little bar with surprisingly great food! We had a lot of fun on their trivia night. Servers were on top of it and made sure to check up on us frequently. read more

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Laura G.

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Server was attentive. Prices are great. Unfortunately it's just a big dive bar and bad smell of dirty mop water mix with fabuloso that takes away any want to eat anything. Dollar bills from patrons are the wallpaper and just doesn't feel clean by any sorts. read more

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Jaleesa H.

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Came here for lunch because my coworkers swore it was good. I got 3 tacos. One chicken, one birria, and one shrimp. The chicken and birria meat had no flavor whatsoever. They just use the cheese and sauces as the flavor. I do like that the tortillas are toasted but this place failed to meet my expectations. read more

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Drew S.

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Tavern is one of the best hidden gems in Orlando. The menu isn't huge but everything they do is very, very good. The Birria tacos are my favorite thing, but the spicy chicken nachos, quesadillas, and elote are all awesome, too. The drink prices are great, staff is always cool and attentive, and as it says inside "it's not a dive bar, it's a vibe bar." Tavern is a 5/5 for sure. read more

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Amanda M.

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Stopped in after work with my fiancé and a coworker. The music was at a perfect volume. The drinks were good...but the tacos were GREAT! We had the birria, bbq pork, and shrimp. Sarah is our favorite server! Always looking forward to coming back again read more

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James B.

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10 months ago

I ordered the Birria Burrito and Taco! It was amazing!! But what made even better was the homemade hot sauce! Next Level! My server / bartender Chase was very friendly and helpful when asked question. The environment is an amazing place to relax, have a good brew and enjoy! Great Job! read more

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Kassie C.

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What a cute and quaint whole in the wall. And probably the best meat filled tacos I have had in awhile. Service is quick. You can watch the cook making your tacos. This is also a great spot to watch sports. read more

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Lo P.

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2 years ago

Rice = instant microwaved Shrimp = frozen warmed up in microwave at best not seasoned at all Beans= straight from a can and no flavor Guac- from a can/ def not fresh Pico- from a can/ def not fresh Long story short not worth it Taco Bell is cheaper and has good pepsi read more

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Rob P.

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Great atmosphere and fast friendly service. Good music played not too loud so you can still have a conversation without yelling. Server was very attentive. read more

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Hannah S.

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2 years ago

This place is super cute inside. They have a lot of cute decor and games you can play games like darts. They also do trivia which seems super fun. We stopped in for dinner and drinks and had a blast. The restaurant wasn't super full which is hard to believe with how good our food was. Our server Mark was really sweet and attentive. He told us everything was made fresh to order and wasn't kidding. The guacamole and pico were so fresh and delicious. We didn't have a bad bite of food. I would definitely recommend this place is super cute and delicious food. read more

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Morgan Y.

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Such a cool bar spot with amazing Mexican food. We tried the birria tacos, the vegetarian quesadilla and the trio of dips. I loved the birria tacos and the queso. All the dips were homemade and delicious. Don't skip out on their drinks either. I got the Wild Berry Mojito and my friend ordered the Blood Orange Margarita. They were perfectly strong and I was tempted to order a second round. Definitely check them out for good food, drinks, and vibes. Thank you to Chase and John for their amazing hospitality! I wish the ambiance was a bit nicer in the dining area. Drinks: - Wild Berry Mojito - Blood Orange Margarita Food: - Tavern Trio - Chase-a-dilla - Birria Tacos read more

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Andy L.

Elite 25

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Excellent place for a drink and bite before or after a show at the Vanguard. Good service, cold AC. Food was delicious. read more

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Kate L.

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The tacos here are fantastic! Birria and shrimp tacos are my favorite. It's a ways the same server. She is there by her self, running the floor and the bar. But the girl remembers the orders without writing them down and then when you come back, she already knows what you want! read more

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Karen O.

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Food & drinks are always great! Tiffany is our favorite! She always makes our experience so fun! Order more black cherry white claws pleaseeeee! read more

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Shannon T.

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BEST TACOS IN ORLANDO!!!!! There is no competition, AT ALL! I have never had tacos better than these, specifically the BBQ Pork and Birria tacos. From the outside, the place is easy to miss, it's a small location but it has an amazing atmosphere once your inside, amazing drinks--specifically the Loopy Martini, you'll thank me later--and amazing food. You won't regret the decision to try this place out. read more

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Eddie P.

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This is a small spot off of colonial driven but it is really good. I've had a few different tacos here and they are all good. The way the tortilla grilled makes a big difference. Tell John I say hi if you go. He's really. I e and will take care of you. This is quickly becoming one of my go to spots for a drink and quick bite to eat read more

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Cole D.

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2 years ago

Best Tacos, Wings and Nachos in downtown Orlando! Strongest and cheapest drinks in downtown as well! This place truly is a staple of downtown Orlando with farm to table food and top shelf liquor! Make sure to put your dollar on the wall! read more

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Evon S.

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The service was good. The bartender/waiter was a welcoming guy. The ambiance was very LBGQT+ friendly in my opinion which I wasn't aware but didnt bother me. The only con I have was the food could have been more flavorful but on the upside the presentation was nice. If I'm ever in Orlando again and need a quick beer & bite to eat I'd stop in again. read more

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Irene T.

Elite 25

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2 years ago

I wanted to like this place but it just didn't live up to my expectations. The place has a cool vibe, but the food, not so great. They have a juke box to play music & 2 cart boards. You can choose to sit at a high top, a low top, or a booth. We ordered the tavern sampler & the birria melt with potato salad as a side. The tavern sampler comes with chips, pico, queso, guacamole, 2 elotes, & 4 tacos - chicken, pork, birria, & pork. Everything lacked salt. I usually complain about things in Florida being too salty, but all of our food lacked salt except for the chips. Their guac had WAY too much lime in it. I liked that the tacos were all crispy, but they were lacking serious flavor. The elotes were off. The corn was over boiled, there was no butter or mayo. Just a slight drizzle of crema, a heavy squeeze of lime, & some parm tossed on top. The pork & chicken tacos seemed like it was just meat slapped into the tortilla & then fried on the grill until crispy. The shrimp taco had cheese & what seemed like a sweet thai chili sauce in it. The taste was weird. The birria tacos were probably the best out of the 4, but probably the worst birria I've had due to lack of flavor. Points for actually making the shell crispy though. My husband had the birria melt & was pissed at the potato salad. Said it was the worst potato salad he's ever had, & going to Publix probably would've been better. I think we've learned our lesson. Don't stray from the Mexican places we know are good in FL, bc we'll just be dissappointed. Service was good, but very slow. The place was probably 1/2 packed, but I only saw 1 server running around the entire night. read more

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Laura Jean F.

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the food was good and we went on a taco tuesday saying soo much money on great food! i had the birria with rice and beans! it was great and i took a bit home to finish as it was a great size of food!! the service was fast, let us switch tables, let us add to our order, did everything with a smile! the liquor i will admit feels on the cheap side but if gets the job done! all in all you'll be pretty happy especially on a deal day!!!! read more

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Jessica G.

Elite 25

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2 years ago

Y'all!!!!! We were visiting from Tampa to watch an afternoon Magic's game on a Sunday and we give this place a 1000000 stars!!! I'm a simple girl. Give me some yummy food, a shot a menu, some vodka options and I'm happy. I'm a tex-mex girl and when I tell you this food fed my soul I'm not lying! It reminded me of being back home in San Antonio. It was flavorful, delicious and cheesy. That gentlemen back there knows what he's doing. My favorite tacos were the pork and chicken but everything was great. Shout out to The bartender AM B, he took great care us. I'm telling yall to stop by! I highly recommend! Y'all will NOT be disappointed. Prices were on point too! :) read more

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Audrey L.

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This place was delicious! We went on a Tuesday for lunch/dinner. We had a party of 18 and they were super efficient. The food and drinks were so yummy. Highly recommend! Brenden was our waiter and he was super funny! read more

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Sheena M.

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3 years ago

10/10 recommend! The Tavern is an awesome hidden gem in Orlando! I have been coming there for almost a year and it's always a great time. I am obsessed with the queso, shrimp tacos and pork nachos. John, Chase, Alex and Dan are awesome. read more

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Alessandra C.

0.9 mi•Downtown / Central Business District / CBD

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Good spot for a quick drinks + tacos dinner on a week night. I tried their shrimp and birria tacos and the birria were definitely superior to the shrimp. Based on my one visit, I will humbly say that there's nothing unique about The Taverne but it seems that this place's casualness and friendly service (and potentially their trivia nights) is what attracts costumers. read more

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Russell W.

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2 years ago

The food was great tasting! Not enough seats at the bar. I felt kinda weird sitting at a table by myself, but maybe that's just me. But the tacos were great tasting, just not full enough. The tacos seemed kinda thin to me. Could use more substance to fill me up if it doesn't come with sides. read more

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More info about The Tavern

75 E Colonial Dr
Orlando, FL 32801
Uptown
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(321) 522-5575
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https://thetavernorlando.com

Hours

What time does The Tavern open?

The Tavern opens at 12:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does The Tavern close?

The Tavern closes at 2:00 AM (Next day) on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 12:00 PM - 2:00 AM (Next day)

Payment methods

Does The Tavern take credit cards?

Yes, The Tavern takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does The Tavern have catering options?

Yes, The Tavern does have catering options.

Does The Tavern have a drive thru?

No, The Tavern does not have a drive thru.

Does The Tavern serve alcohol?

Yes, The Tavern serves alcohol. Full Bar

Indoor Amenities

Does The Tavern allow dogs?

Yes, The Tavern allows dogs.

Does The Tavern have TVs?

Yes, The Tavern has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does The Tavern have bike parking?

Yes, The Tavern has bike parking.

Does The Tavern have outdoor seating?

Yes, The Tavern has outdoor seating options.

Does The Tavern have parking?

Yes, The Tavern has parking options. Private Lot Parking

Other Amenities

Is The Tavern wheelchair accessible?

Yes, The Tavern is wheelchair accessible.

Does The Tavern allow outdoor smoking?

Yes, The Tavern allows outdoor smoking.

Does The Tavern have free WiFi?

Yes, The Tavern has free WiFi.

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Specialties

The staff at The Tavern Bar & Grill understand not every bar is created equal. Our passion for the service industry and experience leads us to create a whole new restaurant experience. Where the food is fresh with amazing hand-crafted cocktails and a great environment to just sit back during your lunch hour or after a night out. We are dedicated to having fresh food that can be enjoyed at any time of the day at our Mexican restaurant. Orlando is our home and as locals, we know how much of a variety Orlando has to offer. We are excited for Orlandians and beyond to check us out and see exactly what our bar has to offer.

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4.3(74 reviews)

This place was so chill and a nice vibe. The DJ was playing R&B music and he did sooo well!! I…read moredefinitely recommend this place

The location is awesome. We came right at opening and had…read morethe whole place to ourselves. Love the decor and the feel of the place. I will say that the drinks were really good , for sure a go too. I won't say at that the service was bad at all ... but would have had more drinks but it took forrrr ever to make them ... The gentleman that did help us was very sweet and asking if we needed recommendations Overall , yes will come back

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We accidentally stumbled upon this speakeasy while dining at Talay. Although they're connected…read morephysically, NOIR is its own separate business and definitely has its own unique identity. The vibe here is dark, intimate, and gives off a chic city nightlife feel. They offer both a full cocktail menu and a happy hour menu. They also offer a Thai tapas menu, which we unfortunately didn't get to try because we were already stuffed from dinner at Talay, but the menu looked amazing and gives us another reason to come back! The drinks are unique, creative, and very well crafted. We ordered the Celestial Bloom, and it was absolutely delicious! It was beautifully balanced and left us wanting to come back just to try more of their cocktails. Definitely a great spot for drinks before or after dinner!

A hidden speakeasy inside of Talay Thai restaurant. Enter Talay and immediately go left. Then,…read morepast the bathrooms straight ahead there is a brown wall. The hidden door which you push is on the right side. Once inside the bar it is super small inside. The tables along the wall are squished together. I think you're better off at the bar. I could see lots of people bringing dates here. First up, I tried a $17 Tree of Life. The drink the bartender made me was maybe 2 sips. There's a giant ice cube and a bamboo leaf or something and very little drink to drink. Not sure what to make of this because as soon as I was deciding if I liked it or not, it was gone. Wouldn't order this again. Second, I tried a $17 Adam & Eve. I wish the matcha was much stronger. There's a place in Tampa called Tori Bar that has a super duper matcha tasting cocktail. This one was much lighter. It was fine, not my favorite. Maybe I'd bring a date here sometime, but wouldn't go out of my way to come here.

11.0 mi•East Orlando, Waterford Lakes

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This place is the best! I spilled half a cup of matcha all over myself (my fault), and the…read morebaristas, Hannah and John, were so quick to help clean up. They even insisted on remaking my drink. 5/5 drinks and service :)

They made their signature drink with pistachio as a matcha and it was smooth and delicious!…read moreSweetened, but not overly so. Paired it with a cinnamon roll, which they warmed up. It was just as good as it looked Stopped in at 3pm on a Saturday and the place was pretty quiet as far as customers, but playing jams. Good vibes.

7.8 mi•International Drive / I-Drive

Matcha latte and Matcha tonic-neither were on the menu, but when we asked about Matcha, they made them for us. Both were delicious

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Vault 5421

4.6(90 reviews)

Vault 5421 is a speakeasy in the back of a novelty store, God's & Monsters. Came on a Sunday and…read morejust lucked out on getting a seat because the place was packed. Love the horror theme and they play horror movies on the TVs. Definitely a touristy kind of place. They have video games and specialty drinks. There are mocktales and shots, but really they taste about the same, super sweet. I loved there selection of craft beer in the cans and bottles. Definitely worth a visit if you are looking for a cool way to spend a few hours.

This bar is inside "Gods and Monsters" comic book shop and what a fun concept it is! First of all,…read morethe store itself is really big and has A LOT to look at. They have a ton of great items and would have loved to spend more time in the shop but it was getting close to last call at their bar and wanted to make sure I tried a drink. The bar itself is quite small, but it packs a bunch with décor. There is so much to see and every time you look a different way, there's something else you didn't see before. When I came, it was really not crowded which is good because like I said, it is small so it was nice to be able to walk around. My friends and I all tried different drinks and they were all really good. The service was fast and efficient. I would definitely check this place out again and recommend. According to other comments, they do change up the drinks so I would love to try something else.

0.8 mi•Downtown / Central Business District / CBD

Decoration and video game

Really cool place

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Fave drink was the Dole Whip Me Daddy!

Cocktails & Screams

4.1(321 reviews)

If you want to see Cocktails and Screams you better get on it FAST! This is the final weekend they…read morewill be open as they are closing their doors eternally. I am absolutely heartbroken over this news. I finally got to see this incredible goth paradise for my birthday this year and was over the moon on how much they surpassed my expectations on theming. Every corner was MY VIBE. The bartender was so wonderful too she made me the madam Leota drink which was actually smoking!! So so tasty. And now I have to shuttle myself back to try everything else on the menu in ONE NIGHT or never again. WHY COCKTAILS AND SCREAMS WHYYYYYYYYYY? Hear my lament and stay open for your adoring public. But I could smell the blood in the water for the demise of this incredible bar as the same owners had to shutter my other favorite bar High Tea and we never got to see their speakeasy reach opening day. SO SO SAD!!!! Who do I contact to get a table? Can I buy it????

Well since my first review of October 2019 it's sad that this place is closing for good in a week…read more They did a great job but you can see the wear and tear on the place over the last 7 years. That said they have changed, added and upgraded so much in that same time period. Hopefully we will seem them materialize in a new location. I mean before this .. there was Joysticks so (fingers crossed) and Thanks for the memories !!

1.0 mi•Mills50, Park Lake / Lake Highland

Coming Soon!!!!

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Alfies Hifi

4.7(104 reviews)

Nothing like an Alfie's night out with Antoine. Great bartender. Great Service. Great Ambiance…read more Would come again.

The atmosphere in here is chill and really unique! All the songs are played on vinyl which is…read morereally neat. The bartender Antoine was wonderful, recommend checking this spot out!

1.1 mi•Ivanhoe, Health Village, North Orange

Alfies selector bar

Custom bar for the community!

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Milk Punch Alcohol Drink

Better Than Sex A Dessert Restaurant

4.5(927 reviews)

My husband and I stopped in for our anniversary, and we absolutely loved it! The atmosphere was…read morecozy, intimate, and inviting, and the staff was incredibly kind and welcoming. They have a great variety of options between cocktails, wines, and desserts truly something for every taste. Everything tasted fresh, and each item was noticeably prepared with care. Such a perfect spot for a memorable date night!

I've been here before but this was the first time I went with friends and not a date. First of all,…read moreI love the ambience, very dark, very sexy, very intimate. They definitely know how to create a romantic mood and atmosphere. We got the "Easter special" which I would skip I think. Best part was the meringue raspberry cookie but everything was just fine. Also seemed much more themed to Valentine's Day than Easter. Now the "Fourgasm" sampler is great. You start off with a cheesecake, then get to a caramelized carrot cake, followed by some kind of chocolate cake/pie and finish it off with a red velvet cake. The desserts get better and better as you eat them (if you start off with the cheesecake which they recommend) I also got the "Sex-spresso Martini" and that was delicious too. But I've never met an espresso martini I didn't like. One of my favorite parts is giggling at the ridiculousness of the names and descriptions of each item. You can tell they really had fun writing them.

1.0 mi•Mills50, Colonialtown North

Peanut Butter Perversion and Man Flowers

Pearl Necklace

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Man candy

The Guesthouse

4.2(467 reviews)

HOW HAVE I NOT REVIEWED THE GUESTHOUSE YET?????…read more Best Tom Collins Cocktail I've ever had! I've celebrated my birthday here, have met up with friends here and more gone when they had a food collab. This place is awesome. They get very busy but the ambiance is fun. Last year, we got a group together to celebrate "The Eve Before the Eve" (12/23) and we had such a blast! Tasty cocktails, chill atmosphere. They do not serve food at this establishment but you can order food or bring food in. It kind of works out because there is so much delicious food on the strip! If you want a good craft cocktail, access to delicious eats nearby or a place to meet up with some friends for a birthday or just because, this is a good place to start! And please, for the love of god try the Tom Collins if that's your kind of drink...it's so good!

The perfect post dinner chill spot. I went on a Thursday and as always it was full of lively…read moreconversation 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!

0.7 mi•Parramore, Horizons West / West Orlando

Tom Collins

Old Fashion

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Always deep and chill vibes

The Monroe

4.5(692 reviews)

Delicious food!! My husband made reservations and surprised me for dinner. First time here and we…read moregot LOVED IT!! The vibe was immaculate. The drinks were great and the food was soo good that we still talk about it days later. He loved the bone marrow. Steak was perfectly cooked, tender and juicy. The cake was not my favorite at all. It took way too long to come out and it came out very cold. Not much chocolate flavor, too much salt. It was missing something. We will skip dessert next time.

Two Words . . VERY…read moreRICH I keep forgetting that this restaurant is essentially serving Southern style comfort food in an upscale setting. Southern comfort food as a general rule just doesn't sit well with me anymore and I'm going to be very transparent and bare my soul a little bit here but here goes . . . Ever since being on GLP1's, I've developed a really complicated relationship with comfort food. Foods that are rich, buttery, creamy or fatty now hit me completely differently than they used to. It's almost like my body immediately goes into shutdown mode afterwards. I feel heavy, exhausted and like I've instantly ballooned even if the portions themselves aren't massive. For the longest time I honestly thought it was simply the richness of the food itself but now I realize it's because my digestion just can't process heavier comfort foods the same way anymore. Suddenly... it all makes sense. The food itself here is VERY good. Properly seasoned, well prepared, beautifully presented... absolutely no complaints there whatsoever. I simply have to become more mindful and strategic now with my menu selections no matter WHERE I dine. I chose the Creekstone Farm's NY Strip with the fabulous bone marrow which I KNOW is supposed to be incredibly nutrient rich and good for you... but honestly... it just about put me under afterwards. This dinner happened thanks to Ronnald M. and his sister Teris and it was our pre-opera dinner outing before seeing the fabulous Merry Widow at the Dr. Phillips Center. The Monroe is honestly a very good pre-concert restaurant choice because of both the atmosphere and location... I'm just personally learning that this new GLP1 reality means I can't approach menus the way I used to anymore.

1.6 mi•Lawsona / Fern Creek

Bar area in the restaurant.

Fried chicken

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Gin & Tonic (with an orange slice---delicious!)

Otto’s High Dive

4.4(372 reviews)

Had a great time at Otto's High Dive. The food and drinks definitely lived up to the hype…read more I tried the Vaca Fritos--solid 7/10. It was a little on the dry side, but still really flavorful and a great value for the price. Definitely a strong appetizer to kick things off. The real standout though was the drink (something swampy--I wish I remembered the exact name). Easy 10/10. Honestly, all of their cocktails are top-tier and consistently worth the higher price point. You can tell a lot of thought goes into them. Overall, great vibe, great drinks, and good food. I'd absolutely come back--especially for the cocktails.

Otto's is a great place for groups or 3 or 4 people to enjoy some very good food and an upscale…read moreenvironment (more starts to get slightly more difficult as the place is somewhat cramped with limited space). Went to celebrate a birthday and the service was surprisingly quick for how busy they were on a Friday evening, the servers as well as managers AND the hostess all checked in regularly with a smile and small talk when prompted. We were especially impressed that servers not tending to our table placed orders/knew of orders and communicated with the waitress serving us. Most restaurants struggle to keep orders ready with the designated server, this place EXCELLED with communication. We all enjoyed a variety of different cocktails, all of which were delicious (however a bit pricy for some) and all partook in appetizers and entrees. ALL of the food was delicious and had fair portions, couldn't say enough good things. This place is a bit cramped but not horribly, the decor is cute and everything is clean :) Most importantly, to celebrate the birthday we were brought a tres leches cake that paired very nicely with the pastelitos and cafecito service! The cake was DELICIOUS, the coffee was wonderful, and the experience was a highlight for a busy weekend of festivities! 10 out of 10 will be coming back again! :)