Went here for my birthday dinner with the hubby! The restaurant is new and absolutely beautiful…read more The food was great, and overall, everyone was very friendly and helpful. My only complaints would be that the music is a little loud, and with the restaurant being packed, there doesn't seem to be much acoustical treatment to help with the noise, so it can get a bit overwhelming. Our server also could've been a little more attentive throughout the evening. Other than that, we had a good experience and enjoyed our dinner!

The vibe alone deserves a moment. As soon as you step in to this restaurant, you are transported…read moreinto a whimsical, tropical space. This place is definitely made for people who eat with their eyes first. The hanging flowers, greenery, moody lighting and gorgeous decor will have you taking tons of photos before you even look at the menu. We started with drinks. I got the Amor y Vida and it was as pretty as it was delicious. The tajin rim gave a nice kick to this sweet drink. I need to come back and try more of their uniquely presented drinks. For food we started with chips and salsa. Give me chips in a flowerpot and suddenly I am fancy. Then we ordered the Tostones and Plantain Roll with Salmon. Just a heads up, do not order any additional meat or seafood with the Tostones. This dish is fabulous on it's own. The Plantain Roll was an unexpected combination that my tastebuds thoroughly enjoyed. It was definitely not your typical sushi roll. We sat at the bar and our bartender took great care of us. Between the environment, creative menu and friendly service, this was definitely a fun experience. I would suggest you come hungry, but make sure your phone is charged because at this spot, the camera most certainly eats first.

Packwoods was our first stop for happy hour, and I'd definitely come back. The cocktail menu has a…read morenice variety, so there's something for almost everyone. I ordered the Lemon Drop, which was an easy 9/10. It was smooth, refreshing, and well balanced. The Mucho Gusto also earned a 9/10 and was another drink I'd happily order again. The Emerald just wasn't my favorite, but that's the fun of trying something new. I also sampled a few drinks my friends ordered, and there were several that I'd love to come back and order for myself. The atmosphere made it easy to relax and enjoy the evening. If you're looking for a cocktail spot inside Maitland Social, this one is definitely worth a visit.

This is such a random and beautiful bar! I'd heard rumblings about it and finally got to stop in…read morefor some drinks. It's unsuspecting in the plaza in Maitland, but the interior space for the bar itself is excellent. It's not a big area, but there's lots of bar seats and quite a few tables. I never would have found it just randomly driving by, but so glad it exists. The cocktails were *phenomenal*. Truly. My parents and I met Noah at another location last year, and were excited to see him working here. These guys take their beverages very seriously and don't play games when it comes to flavor. We had great service, a lot of fun, a lot of drinks, and made great memories. Can't recommend coming by here enough!

Sadly, the end of an era. This particular location of Santiago's Bodega has permanently closed its…read moredoors. This is truly a sad bit of news. Santiago's Bodega was such a great restaurant and served this community. The ambiance and service was top-notch and the food was fantastic. I wish all involved the b est of luck in their future endeavors.

I love coming here for brunch, or with a large party!…read more I came here for a cousins birthday party with a large group. We ordered soooo many tapas to share! Everything was a hit! The salads and the chicken lettuce wraps were my favorite! The waiter was pretty good at handling our large party too! I'll have to come back for brunch soon!

The Courtesy has been a local favorite/staple of mine for quite some time now. They have a really…read moregreat curated menu that changes seasonally (as does the decor in the bar/lounge). They also have a staple menu if you are more of a "creature of habit" and like your tried-and-true favorites. Their food menu is not GRAND, but it does pack a nice punch if you are looking for a quick nibble to accompany your cocktail - which is REALLY the star of the show. Since the cocktail is one of the main highlights of the experience, the TRUE STARS are the bartenders who pour (literally and figuratively) their heart and soul into curating the bar menus to WOW your senses. Some of my favorite seasonal cocktail experiences are EASILY had at The Courtesy. And what really makes it a GEM is how much CARE is put into the details, not only into the menu, but also into the decor of the space. They know how to draw you in and keep you in. For as long as they are here, I'll be a regular here.

Fun drinks meet eclectic vibe!…read more Step into the courtesy and you'll find yourself inside an eclectic establishment that's very large but surprisingly serves up a nice blend of unique beverages with delicious limited food menu. Bonus points if score a reservation and show up to Nightmare on Orange or their Holiday event each where the bar area and inside is decorated to fit the theme and the menu will turn that way as well. The bartenders here are fun to chat with and provide plenty of information and answer any questions. I was lucky enough to enjoy some hot tea (not on menu) while sampling cocktails and enjoying the Trio of mini burgers.

We were visiting in the area, and lucked into finding Paddy's…read more The service from our bartender was excellent and the food was simple bar food, but prepared perfectly. And the pub was so clean, bathrooms and floor space, it looked NEW. The owners are apparently big believers in cleanliness. Pricing, I would say, were really reasonable by CA standards. We'll be back if we're in the area again.

Last night was my first visit. They had Music Bingo. The DJ Tommy was very interactive and kept it…read moregoing. Very impressed. The veer was good and cold. The quesadillas were absolutely fantastic. I will be back.

i came here w/ a girlfriend & it was such a fun time. as soon as we walked in there was a lively…read morepoker game happening & the bartenders made sure we were taken care of instantly. we had the $5 lemon drop deal to start off & it had the perfect amount of sour & sweet. there is plenty of seating all around the bar including the huge patio in the back! we couldn't decide from all the choices but ended up with a two top in the back corner. it was the perfect setting to catch up & enjoy the vibe. we quickly noticed the smell coming from the food truck parked back there & both had the best yuca fries we've ever tasted. as we closed out our tab we were both shocked at the low tabs & that's always a good surprise to end the night with. overall such a fun night - we will be back for karaoke next time!

Besides the service being amazing. The bar is very spacious and great for groups or even intimate…read moredate nights. Their drinks are made to perfection. Following a very strategic bar rule of not so sweet will definitely be back. Great for travelers visiting the first time

We came for the first time tonight and had a blast. It is a speakeasy located in the back of the…read moreCopper Rocket. First you check in at the hostess booth in a small room where she does her spiel and fully explains the menu. Then she will lead you inside the restaurant to your seat. We sat in a private nook in the corner which accommodated our 8 people (which the staff was fine with us adding 2 more to our 6 person reservation initially). The entire place is so well decorated and if you look around there's tons of fun details and decor. The menu is made up of a map and they provide everyone with their own personal flashlight to see it. When you order certain drinks, it triggers various special effects. At times, it felt like an adult rainforest cafe with changing sounds and lights. Our server went above and beyond to make our experience great, going all out with his special effects and overall sassiness. You get a two hour allotment and our server did a great job of updating us of how much time we had left. We will definitely be back!

A speakeasy in Maitland! Located in the Copper Rocket I finally got to check this place out. We had…read morea reservation for a Friday night and it looked like you needed one. They really did a nice job with this place land the theme on every square inch of the place! We had a group and got a nice private booth in the corner. Our server was the best he made it so much fun. The drinks are very on theme and they have them divided by how much alcohol is in each. Some are even made to share! Also we learned as we went that some of the drinks come with a special show! I'll keep the surprise going and not tell you which ones! They are quite expensive (over $20) and the ones I got tasted awful...but it was more about the experience! I think it is more of a novelty type place but really fun with a small group.

My husband and I stopped by The Back Porch for a casual dinner and had a great time! I ordered the…read moreBuffalo Chicken Wrap with mac and cheese, and my husband got the Patty Melt with onion rings. We also ordered a side of fries to share which were piping hot and seemed like they came directly out of the fryer. Everything was tasty and very reasonably priced. The only downside was that my wrap was a little dry, and I wanted a side of ranch to go with it. Our server didn't come check on us for about 10 minutes after our food arrived, so I ended up having to ask the host to help me find her. Other than that, the service was good and we enjoyed our meal. The atmosphere is laid-back and has a fun sports bar vibe. We even mentioned coming back to watch the World Cup final here. Overall, The Back Porch is a solid spot for a casual meal, and we'll definitely be back!

Great dinner we enjoyed. We had the cauliflower bites. Very tasty. We also enjoyed the fish n chips…read moreand the mile high club. Good!! Service was attentive with a smile. The restaurant had a family friendly atmosphere.

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.

An Amazing Team-Building Experience at The Trap!…read more We came back after 11 months, and we had an absolutely fantastic experience at The Trap! Our two Parsons offices, the Downtown Orlando office and the Altamonte Springs office, came together for a team-building event, and everyone had an amazing time. A very special thank you to Miriam for all her assistance in planning our activity. Her cordiality, professionalism, and willingness to help throughout the entire process certainly did not go unnoticed. She made everything so easy and was always available to assist us. We also want to give a huge shout-out to Austin, the Manager, who went above and beyond to make sure our group was having a great time and that everyone was well taken care of. His attention and hospitality truly made a difference. And what can we say about the extraordinary Ian, Bryh, and Morgan? You were all awesome! You made the axe-throwing experience fun, exciting, and memorable for everyone. A special thank-you as well to Paola at the bar, who kept everything running smoothly, and to Yen and Lala, who provided excellent service throughout our visit. To the entire team at The Trap, thank you! Your energy, professionalism, friendliness, and attention to our group made this an amazing experience from beginning to end. We are truly grateful that we chose The Trap for our team-building event. Bringing together the Downtown Orlando and Altamonte Springs Parsons teams was a wonderful experience, and your team helped make it a memorable one. Thank you, Miriam, Austin, Ian, Bryh, Morgan, Paola, Yen, Lala, and the entire Trap team! We appreciate everything you did for us and look forward to visiting again in the future. Highly recommended!

Cool ambiance and dive bar - went here to meet some friends after the gym and they told me that…read morewells drinks were 4$!!!!!!

Visited Kiwi's with friends after work on a Friday after someone suggested. There was plenty of…read moreparking and tables inside. For reference, we had a group of 8 people with us. A server greeted us quickly and somehow got the drinks out before the 4th or 5th person could even order their drink. Super quick! For food, I ordered their quesadilla and a side of chips/queso. I would skip the chips in the future, but the quesadilla was good, just add a bit of hot sauce. Overall we had a positive experience and there are electronic dart boards to play on while hanging out.