Truly a magical place! Located right off of Lake Eola and filled with fabulous Tiki mugs and all…read morethe right decor. The mixologists are welcoming, charming, and unbelievably skilled. While they don't have food, they DO have fantastic Jell-O shots and magnificent flair! There is also plenty of food located nearby in the usual pop-up food spots in the front, or several nearby restaurants. If you're interested in mixology, enjoy a great cocktail, or want to just spend time where you can people watch and enjoy a good vibe, you can't go wrong with Aku Aku.

This was a fun little spot to go to during a very hot Sunday Farmer's Market. They have great Tiki…read moredrinks! The bar staff was friendly and knowledgeable of the cocktail menu. They don't serve food but with all the food trucks during the Farmer's Market, we were able to grab a bite. This place has been around for a long time. It's a great place to roll through if you're hanging in downtown Orlando.

Although this is a tapas place, the portions are big! It is also a rum bar, so all the cocktails on…read morethe menu are made with different rums. I'm not a fan of rum, but the drink I had (at the recommendation of our server) was actually very good. I can't remember the name unfortunately, but it was one of the "tide" drinks - not the velvet - but it's not on the online menu. For food my friend and I shared the cheesy arepas, which were good but not like usual arepas. She had the empanadas and liked them, I had the la canoa, which is a take on a Puerto Rican dish, it was really good, but different than I expected. For dessert we tried the banana bread pudding. It was huge and tasty, but way too much for two people. I will say, I always get confused and read this dish as bread pudding with bananas, but no it is made with banana bread. So if you don't like that, I'd try something else. Also, shoutout to our great server Freddie. He was very patient and knowledgeable.

Never Made It Inside - Poor Wait Time Management…read more We were really looking forward to trying this place for the first time, but unfortunately never got to eat here. We arrived at 6pm on a Sunday and were told the wait would be 45 minutes to 1 hour. We understood it was busy and put our name down. After waiting 1 hour and 15 minutes, we checked back in, only to be told they had no idea when we'd be seated. We gave it another 10 minutes, but still no timeline or update. I completely understand that restaurants get slammed and wait times can be unpredictable. What was frustrating wasn't the wait itself - it was the lack of honest communication. If it was going to be a 1.5-2 hour wait, just tell us upfront so we can make an informed decision about our evening. Honestly, the host seemed to have forgotten about us as she seemed surprised and scrolled way down the list to find our name even though we were "top of the list". After waiting over 1.5 hours with no end in sight and getting increasingly hungry, we had to leave and grab food elsewhere. With three hosts working, I would have expected better expectation management than what we experienced tonight. I hope this was just an off night, but we left disappointed and hungry.

We don't hear for dinner on Monday night. We did not make a reservation ahead of time but because…read morewe ate around 6:30 it was fairly easy to just walk in. We did have to wait for just a minute because they were at changeover for servers and many of the night servers were just coming on.. We started with the lump crab hush puppies. They come as an order of four and they literally just kind of pop in your mouth. They are so good. We would definitely come back just to have those. My husband got the Cajun steak, but he got everything that comes on the steak on the side, including the seasoning. He wasn't sure how spicy the seasoning was or what the sauce was and he likes to be able to control that himself. Steak was good. He did have a little bit of the season and said next time he definitely order it with the seasoning on as the seasoning wasn't that spicy. He also got a side of the au gratin potatoes and the collard greens. The collards were not the best. They definitely need some more flavor. He added hot sauce to it and it helped it but they definitely need some additional seasoning. The potatoes were good although as you got to the bottom, they definitely were not cooked all the way through. They could've been cooked a little bit longer. I got the chicken and waffle - it comes with four pieces of chicken and a half waffle. The waffle is really delicious. It's got a little crunch on the outside but a little sweetness in it and the chicken was absolutely amazing. I would definitely get the fried chicken again there is a reason they are famous for it. Our server, Ariana was incredibly sweet and very attentive to us throughout the night. Great service like that would also have us come back to this location again in the future.

We visited Voodoo Bayou in Orlando on a Friday night around 9:30 PM. The atmosphere was lively, and…read morethe live music was a nice touch. Unfortunately, the service at the main bar was disappointing. The bartenders came across as unfriendly and uninterested, making the experience feel rushed and unwelcoming. We later visited the speakeasy, which was an overall better experience. I do want to recognize the hosts, who were extremely friendly, welcoming, and helpful. The salmon was good, and the Old Fashioned was solid! However, the other drinks had way too much ice for the price. We spent a considerable amount of money during our visit, and for that price point, I expected a much higher level of hospitality. The venue has a great atmosphere and potential, but the service at the main bar really took away from the overall experience.

Great spot to grab a quick drink…read more The bartender was friendly and consumed when you buy the souvenir glass you get a discount in your second drink. It's right in the center of the park And has a nice view. The drinks are strong !!

This drink was STRONG. Strong dessert vibes at a theme park? Watch out…read more This was a very yummy rum chocolate mudslide. Way tastier, balanced, and certainly stronger than I was expecting for theme park items. But I loved it! Also, my bartender was so cute, charming, but also killing it at a rather busy bar. I will say, whatever the base of the drink the actual mudslide mix, was so filling, that about three-quarters through it got almost sickly thick and sweet. Still worth it! Epic's drink game is... epic, I swear.

I am not a nightclub person at all but I will always go for Red Coconut Club at Universal City…read moreWalk. Over the last few years which has turned me into a fan has been their theming overlays during the year. They usually do this during Mardi Gras, the summer and then Halloween Horror Nights. They will completely transform the inside with decorations and such. They also offer unique cocktails that are themed to the overlays. Recently over the summer, they had an 80s and 90s overlay, which for an 80's kid, I loved this! There was a giant light brite, tons of colors and great music. It was so fun! During these overlays, there is no cover charge and kids are welcomed to come in as well. I am not sure if there is a charge when there is not an overlay. I know there was years ago but that could have changed. You are also allowed to bring food in which my wife and I will do frequently. We love to grab a seat, get some drinks and then send one of to grab some bao buns from next door. Perfect little snack! Once you are inside, there are two floors, both of them with seating (tables, couches, etc). The dance floor and DJ is located on the first floor. They also have multiple bars, 3 to be exact. There have been overlays as well that had different specialty drinks at each bar. I will say that the specialty drinks tend to be very sweet, so sweet, it is not my cup of tea and even my wife who does enjoy a sweet drink, usually says it is too much. I think they have to work on these but they are strong I will say! It is also very expensive, their drinks usually come in around $18-$20 which is extremely expensive. I do get it is a theme park but wow! I will also say the bartenders are always friendly and chatty, if you tip them well, which we always do, they start to remember us! Overall I really enjoy coming here for the special overlays. It is a fun thing do after a day at the park or on a Friday night as a local. You can bring kids, but I would probably not bring them to late, that is usually when it gets busier and more drinks are flowing. Their current overlay is Dead Coconut Club for Halloween Horror Nights and we cannot wait to see it! They also did one for Christmas last year and I am hoping they will contuine that!

This nightclub is located at Universal City Walk. They have been doing overlay theming for the last…read morecouple years and has become a great place my husband and I like to visit. We only go during the overlay. Most recently over the summer, they had an 80s and 90s overlay and we loved it! It was so much fun, lots of decorations, theming inside, special drinks and great music. During the overlay there is no cover, I'm not sure if there is at other times throughout the year. You can also bring food inside which we also do sometimes. Inside has two floors with seating on both. The dance floor and DJ is on the first floor. It can get very loud and very busy inside but the music is always good. The drinks are fine, they are usually very sweet, the specialty ones and can get very pricey. I usually do not love the drinks here and I honestly think beer and wine is the best way to go. I will also say that their drinks are extremely expensive, they come in usually around $20 which is high and they are not very large. The bartenders are always really friendly and chatty. Overall I do think this is a fun place. Kids are welcome here, I think until a certain time. But it is a fun place. We like to go for a night out or a fun night with our friends. The current overlay is Dead Coconut Club for Halloween Horror Nights. And they will more than likely do something for Christmas. I definitely think this is worth checking out.

My husband and I went City Walk to meet our son and family who were staying at a Disney Orlando…read morehotel for a 2 day staycation from their home in Davenport Florida with their 2 young sons 4&7 to enjoy the amazing amenities. We stopped here before meeting them at a restaurant. The negative was our 2 margaritas were $16/each but they were tasty!!!

Cool enough bar to stop in when you are at CityWalk. Yes, it is touristy, but isn't that the whole…read moreidea of CityWalk. It is a cool enough spot to stop. The drinks are cold and tge service is friendly. Again, it is touristy, but that is not always a bad thing.

Very fun spot! It really comes alive at night after the shows. The beef empanadas have a perfect…read morecrust and delicious filling. The fettuccine alfredo was creamy and delicious. The music selection varies from pop to dancehall to latin vibes which is a fun mix!

Our family was genuinely excited to dine at Mango's during our trip to Orlando. We had heard great…read morethings about the venue and were looking forward to enjoying a memorable meal together. Unfortunately, the experience fell far short of our expectations. To start with the positives, Mango's is absolutely beautiful. The décor, atmosphere, and overall aesthetic are impressive and create a vibrant, energetic environment. It's clear that a lot of thought went into the appearance of the venue. However, the dining experience was extremely disappointing. Our party of nine waited over two hours for our food to arrive. To make matters worse, one person in our group received their meal approximately 45 minutes before everyone else. No table should have to watch one guest eat while the rest wait nearly an hour for their meals. There were also issues with order accuracy. One member of our party ordered steak and rice but was served steak and french fries instead. After bringing the mistake to the staff's attention, the rice was never provided, and he was ultimately expected to accept the incorrect order. Service throughout the evening was inconsistent. At one point, our table of nine requested water and was initially given only a single bottle for the entire table. We had to repeatedly ask for additional water and other basic dining needs. What was most disappointing was the lack of resolution. We respectfully brought our concerns to a supervisor, hoping the situation would be addressed appropriately. Unfortunately, the response was underwhelming, and any accommodation offered felt more like an afterthought than a genuine effort to make things right. We came in excited to enjoy a family dining experience at one of Orlando's well-known venues. Instead, we spent much of the evening waiting, following up on missing items, and trying to resolve issues that should not have occurred in the first place. While Mango's delivers on atmosphere and appearance, the service, food timing, and customer care left our family disappointed. We sincerely hope management addresses these issues, because the venue itself has the potential to provide a much better experience than what we received.

I have eaten here before and I was happy to have recently returned during my trip to Universal! I…read morehad the fish tacos, which I had before and loved and is my favorite dish when compared to any other Margaritaville I've visited! Our server was very friendly and attentive and the vibe in the restaurant was lively and fun. I am DEVESTATED to report that they recently got rid of their tequila lime shrimp ceviche. This was a hit when my friend and I tried it two years ago at this location and wanted to cry when we saw it was gone! A server at the table next to us explained they had just changed the menu that morning we visited, so I assume it was on the chopping block... so sad!! Please bring her back. Other than that, great experience and hope to visit again soon!

As a girl who LOVES Jimmy buffet and the vibes of Margaritaville throughout all states I absolutely…read moreloved this place! Me and my husband stopped in to sit at the bar and have a couple drinks when we were over the park but had to wait for our shuttle and I could've easily spent my whole night here! The drinks were amazing! I mean how can margaritas not be good at Margaritaville?? And the bar tenders were lovely and happy to be there! Which was actually our first encounter with people the whole day that looked like they loved their jobs. The theme throughout the restaurant was adorable and truly made u feel like you were waisting away again in Margaritaville! Me husband and I had 6 drinks between the both of us and it was around $100 which sure is a little pricey but I was ordering the specialty margaritas. I wish we had enough time to eat because it all just looked so good! I would love to come back and enjoy more of this place as it gives you that vacay feel!

Fantastic Food, Great Vibes, and an Experience Worth Repeating!…read more Susuru did not disappoint! From the flavorful food to the cool, laid-back atmosphere, everything about this experience was excellent. The food was absolutely delicious, packed with flavor, and clearly prepared with care. Every bite was a treat! The atmosphere was just as impressive, relaxed, inviting, and full of personality. It's the perfect spot to unwind, enjoy great food, and soak up some good vibes without feeling rushed. Overall, Susuru delivered the perfect combination of amazing food and a great atmosphere. Definitely a place worth visiting again and again! I'm already looking forward to my next visit. Highly recommend!

I stopped by Susuru for a solo dinner and grabbed a seat at the bar. The restaurant was fairly…read morebusy, but I was seated in under 15 minutes. Service was great throughout my visit, and the staff were attentive. The Susuru Gohan was fantastic and definitely my favorite dish of the night. It comes with a soy-cured organic raw egg yolk, sweet aged soy, onion, Japanese seasoning, and steamed rice. I added both uni and ikura, and everything paired really well together. I would absolutely order this again! Their drinks and cocktail menu is very extensive and I chose the Ultraman drink, which was great. It's made with Haku vodka, lime juice, cinnamon chai syrup, grenadine, cran-apple, and ginger beer, topped with a dehydrated apple and normally a limited mini Ultraman toy. They were out of the toy when I went, so they offered a $2 discount, which I didn't mind at all. For yakitori, I tried the Hiza Nankotsu (knee cartilage). Their skewers are prepared in-house and grilled over Japanese binchōtan charcoal, then finished with aged tare and served with Susuru citrus salt. The knee cartilage was good and had a nice crunchy texture. I also tried the Mi-So-Hot ramen which comes with pork chashu, a shoyu soft-boiled egg, corn, scallions, chili hair, and spicy miso broth. It was just okay for me. There wasn't anything particularly wrong with it, but nothing really stood out either. With so many other options on the menu, I probably wouldn't order it again. Overall, I really enjoyed my experience at Susuru! The attentive service made solo dining at the bar comfortable, and the Susuru Gohan was easily the highlight of my meal. I'd definitely come back to try more of the menu.

Super cool Halloween bar right in the heart of Orlando by Universal Studio's! Super nice staff and…read morethe drinks are a great price and are so unique. Love the vibes, ambiance, and decor. It's in back of a comic store so you would never know it's there. Highly recommend!

It's a great place drinks were great location was a bit skeptical . Just not somewhere to sit for…read moretoo long.