We moved to the area from down south two months ago and we've already been to Propagate Social…read moreHouse and their Shade House no less than 15 times. This is our safe place. Cocktails? Phenom. Service? The bar at Shade House is filled with the BEST ladies. Vibe? It's vibin. If you're looking for a good craft beer, their selection is always changing and focuses on local brews for about $6 a pop. They have a happy hour of cocktails for $6 a pop as well. 10/10 I live here now.

The Shade House, an extension of Propagate Social House is the SPOT in Apopka. During the day, it's…read morean event space for local groups, venue for fun workshops, plant swap event location, outdoor dining space for Propagate, and bar on weekend afternoons. Then at night the space transforms to be a full cocktail bar with food options , live music, and visiting food trucks and a nighttime farmers/creators market once a month. Plus, seasonally, it's a Pumpkin Patch and Christmas Tree Farm! The large deck includes lush plants, picnic tables, cozy Adirondack chairs, and is bookended by a fabulous bar and stage for live music. I cannot say enough good things about this space and its owners. They are part of the push to create community in Apopka through offering engaging quality businesses and venues (these are the people behind the future Hall's on 5th food hall right on the same street!). I have been coming to Propagate since we started building our home and have really enjoyed seeing their business flourish over the past few years. They have a loyal customer in me and I cannot wait to see what's next. I digress, the service at The Shade House is stellar, the cocktails are creative, and the vibe is an extension of Propagates but with some added spice. You guys outdid yourselves on this one.

Halls on Fifth is such a hidden gem for the north side of Orlando. You usually have to go all the…read moreway into Orlando or Winter Park for this kind of vibe, but this place brings it right here, and does it so well. The cocktail bar is the main draw for me, elevated, beautifully crafted drinks, but still relaxed enough where you can show up for a casual beer too. You can dress up or keep it chill, and either way it fits. It's also a food hall, which makes it even better. You've got multiple options all in one spot--Thrive Cocktail Lounge & Eatery for sushi, plus BBQ, vegan options, and dessert, so it works for literally any group. They host farmers markets, comedy nights, and different events, so there's always something going on. It's perfect for families, but also such a great date night spot. And I have to shout out Mel behind the barher espresso martinis are stunning every single time. Honestly, I'd come here weekly if I could. The vibe alone makes it worth

If you're looking for a bite to eat in Apopka and you're not sure exactly what you want, Halls…read moremight just be the place for you. It's got six different food vendor options and a bar with a crazy amount of seating inside and out! We gave two vendors a try: Brave BBQ and Sweet and Salty Island Grindz At Brave we got the Piggy Smalls (a pulled pork sandwich) with Burbon BBQ sauce and Mac and cheese. The sauce was perfectly seasoned with a little kick of spice at the end. At Sweet and Salty we ordered the Chicken Katsu. It is made to order so there was a bit of a wait, but it was totally worth it. The chicken was the highlight of both meals! The layers of flavors on the tender chicken, the extra crunchy breading! I'd come back just for that. Yum!

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

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.

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.

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

Fun tropic vibes for sure ! Was worried I'd have to really…read more"look" around for this spot once inside CR. Easy enough ! Once inside you're immediately transported, hostess was great and helpful; explaining the fun menu options. Once seated at the bar my friend and I followed the map and enjoyed 2 cocktails. It was great to check out the decor and watch the other drinks come out. Quick stop in on a week night, no reservations made but no wait

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.

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.

Great addition to Maitland! First time coming to this vibe-y cocktail bar. All of the drinks were…read moreinteresting and special. My favorite was the bonfire weather! All in all, a great spot to grab a drink before dinner. We will be back

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.

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

Amazing service from Kyle! So personable, and kind!…read more Come see Kyle for a great time ! Best bartender

Has a blast here for a nice date night…read more Blueberry bombshell - tasty, light refreshing and not too harsh for my gf who doesn't drink Baby- not my favorite Kemp's - definitely has a kick and not for the faint of heart. I'm not a big gin fan but I liked this one a lot. Overall it's a nice place for anyone looking for an upscale night out with alternative drinks.

Cozy and intimite vibes and decor inspired in the 1920s this speakeasy offers delish non alcoholic…read moredrinks to enjoy while getting relax on their lounge. Love their decorations. There is a movie room with a photo booth for free. You can enjoy and take some pictures with your friends. The place is tiny so reservations are recommended. Love their drink menu great variety of cocktails, bottle shop and drinks to go. I got the trouble in paradise a tequila passion fruit margarita. It was so good. Almost you see there is for sell. Great customer service.