This is a decent little food hall over in Apopka. I didn't…read moreknow it existed, and I'm glad I stumbled upon it ! They have a pretty decent selection of food . There's an empanada spot, an Asian fusion spot, Hawaiian, vegan, and a couple of other places . There's a decent amount of community seating as well. You go up to the restaurant counter that you wanna order at, place your order, then pick it up once called. There's also a decent little bar in the sitting area. It is first come first serve so if it's crowded, you might not find a spot. I love exploring food halls, and this little neighborhood style food hall is pretty cool

Stopped in to try Soulicious Vegan Kitchen! There was plenty of seating and it was really pretty!…read more The jerk tacos were delicious as were the bbq sliders!! Highly recommend. The emanadas were sooo good! Def worth a stop in!!! The service was great, they brought the food to the table! They were playing modern music for a nice vibe.

We visited the backyard on a Friday evening for dinner, and we had a blast! The atmosphere here is…read moreawesome, feels a lot like what à la carte is going for, but way better executed. There's enough seating area for everyone, and there was a little dance floor going when we were there since it was Latin night. You start by downloading an app which will be used for all food and drink. They've got a small selection of beers on tap here, and it's pour your own. I actually loved the variety they had, there's something for everyone. I had a hard time choosing which food truck to order from, I ended up getting a brisket sandwich which was really good, except I think it had mayo on it (not advertised on the menu). Other people in my group got food from a variety of places, and we were all really happy with it. I will definitely be visiting this place again. It's got a really fun vibe, and I'm excited to try more of the food trucks!

Great place to hang out and get a beer and great food truck options…read more We bike the trail to get there Awesome

I was very excited to try Propogate after finding it on Door Dash. The other reviews sounded so…read morepromising & I loved the vibes in the photos. Parked my car & couldn't find the shop. No exterior sign at all. Found my way inside and it took a few moments to be acknowledged. That's ok, baristas were busy, I get it. I was slightly underwhelmed at the dark interior. It was no where near as clean or charming as I had expected. Once greeted, I asked if I could have my Americano in a mug instead of a to-go cup. [Insert confused face here]. Apparently this was a tough request. Once we cleared this up, payment was processed and I took a seat at a booth. Coffee order was brought out in a small plastic cup. Yes- plastic cups. Mmmm, hot liquid served in plastic is my fav. (I'm kidding of course) worse yet, the coffee was straight up awful. Truly, it was bad and I hate to even say this. I know a small biz needs all the love it can get and I REALLY wanted to love this place. I even had an extra shot of espresso added and this drink wasn't even as good as a gas station. I'm a huge espresso lover. I have a fancy machine at home but I love to support coffee shops when I'm out running errands. There are very rare times that I have negative comments. Sadly, this was one of those rare occasions. On the bright side- clean restrooms & fun art on the walls. And I was able to snap some cute shots with a retro filter.

Propagate Social House is such a cool little spot. I stopped by and tried the garlic and chive…read morecream cheese and it was seriously so good full of flavor and not too heavy. The bagels were perfect and you can tell everything is made with care. The music adds to the vibe, and I love that they always have different things going on like pop ups, markets, and social events. It feels like a place you actually want to hang out at, not just grab food and leave. Heads up: come early because they run out of their specialty cream cheeses fast, especially the garlic and chive. Definitely worth it though.

We showed up around two in the afternoon and realized we were the only people in the place. For a…read moresecond we wondered if that meant the meal would be a miss, but that idea disappeared fast once the drinks, appetizer, and mains arrived. The torresmo could have used a little salt after coming out of the fryer, but it was still crunchy and easy to pop one after another. For the main course we went with the Churrasco Completo. It came with three slices of picanha, grilled chicken, sausages, and fried yuca plus rice and a bright vinaigrette on the side. The picanha was cooked exactly the way we asked and the whole plate felt generous and satisfying. Service was warm and attentive the entire time. Honestly this place deserves more people coming through the door. I would happily come back and recommend it.

My experience with Brazilian restaurants begin and end with the all you can eat churrasco…read morerestaurants like Fogo de Chao. Or the Brazilian Pizzaria over on Kirkman. So I'm not even close to an expert However I was intrigued on visiting the Brazilian Bistro to see what the offered. I went for lunch and wasn't very hungry but tried a couple of apps. Both were very good and I'll definitely return. The main courses were economicao enough to return Ambience was excellent. Music was loud enough to hear but not drown out your dining guest

Love this place! We always take visitors here and they get such a kick out of it…read more Tips: make a reservation for Friday/Saturday. Also, there is happy hour from Tuesday to Thursday with $12 cocktails!

This was a cool vibe! Haven't been here before, but friends…read morego all the time. The drinks are really good. Different flavor combinations that I haven't had before. Some of the drinks trigger atmosphere effects which were really fun. The food was . Super flavorful. Really enjoyed it! Lots of different kinds of drinks for any taste. I definitely want to go back and try some other drinks.

Packwoods is a small, hip cocktail bar in "Maitland Social," a little food hall-ish place with a…read moreFoxtail Coffee, a sushi bar, and a pizza parlor. (I gather you can order food from the neighboring restaurants while drinking here.) It reminds me of The Courtesy in Winter Park--which I definitely mean as a compliment. The drinks are inventive, well-crafted, and well-presented, and the service is friendly, fast, and knowledgeable. The drink menu the night I went was divided into sections: effervescent, shaken, stirred, and "exploring technique." I had two drinks: the "Siam Silk" is a tiki-ish riff on a clarified milk punch using cognac, a rum blend, and Thai iced tea with fruit; the other drink I had was a low-ABV riff on a Sherry Cobbler. They were both great, and I appreciate that they have a creative low/no-alcohol portion of the menu. This was definitely a pleasant surprise to find up north of Orlando, although perhaps I shouldn't have been surprised at all--Maitland has another one of my favorite bars in the metro area (Permanent Vacation). I'll definitely be back.

This was a very nice small cocktail lounge with a cozy and intimate feel. There were a few two…read moretable toppers in the middle, a bar, and a long booth in the back with tables for larger parties. You just sat down wherever you liked and a staff member came over, brought us water, and took our orders. We came the day of the derby and they really leaned into the theme with decorations, complimentary drink coozies and fans, and special drink options, which made the experience feel fun and thoughtful. The service was attentive and welcoming.

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.

We visited the trap on a Friday night around 8pm. A bunch of us had a reservation, but we had a…read morecouple no shows so we started without them. This place does a great job with getting everyone started and teaching you safety. We also added knives to the reservation. I love this place, everyone is there to have fun and they always have coaches around to help you improve your form if you have questions. Their bar is also great and they always make a good drink. It's got a nice sitting are to stick around and enjoy a drink after throwing too. I did dock one star because they wouldn't refund us for the 2 no shows, they said we could either take an extra half hour for the 4 of us or call the owner later, it just seemed more complicated that necessary. I would understand a non refundable deposit and then charging full for whoever shows up, but charging full for no shows seems odd. Either way I'd definitely recommend this place! It's great for friends or a date.

Kyle is awesome!!! Great service, ambience is amazing! Music choice sways with the crowd :)read more

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