Pisco Peruvian is a hidden gem in a basic plaza in the middle of Lake Mary, Florida…read more My wife and I celebrated our 18th year anniversary with our whole family during a recent vacation but never got to have a one-on-one date of our own. We decided to have dinner and picked Pisco on the recommendation of other friends and the pictures looked good. I called them and made a reservation and told them the occasion and that I really wanted it to be special. Soon as you walk in the attention to detail is impressive. The colors, the textures, the lighting, and music are on full display but not in an overwhelming way...more in an immersive way that makes you feel like you've walked into a different atmosphere. Our server Luz was very present and helpful throughout the entire evening. She assisted in selecting dishes and was always just a step away when we needed something. Before the night started they give you a little cup filled with cooked corn kernels. If you know the super crunchy kernels at the bottom of popcorn bags, now imagine a cup of them! We also got some drinks, couple of cocktails and couple of glasses of wine, they weren't incredible but they were solid. The pour was very nice. For appetizers we got the croquettes and a side of tostones (fried plantains). The croquettes were awesome, crispy on the outside, crabcake like on the inside and the sauce was great! The tostones were really fresh and not oily at all. They were served with a cilantro sauce that was fantastic. For dinner we typically get two dishes we want and share them. My wife ordered one of the risotto dishes and I got the Tay Pa. The risotto was really good and creamy with shrimp and I think prongs. The Tay Pa stole the show. Imagine a large square iron dish with a mound of steak, chicken, shrimp, and pork belly with a bunch of vegetables like sprouts, onions, bell peppers, and garlic. The dish was super fresh with a very mild sauce but what made is awesome was that every single thing was cooked to it's own perfect level. Four kinds of meat all cooked perfectly, multiple kinds of veggies all cooked perfectly the rice was kinda basic but it didn't matter! For our anniversary they also gave us a complimentary caramel cheesecake that was also really good and let us taste their house cinnamon pisco...Fire! in a good way! During dinner, they also had a photographer walking around and taking pictures that are then printed and put in a nice case. Overall it was an amazing first experience and made our celebration that much better. We'll definitely be back!

Do not be fooled.. ceviche is a filling dish! My friend and I had been eying this restaurant for…read morequite some time and finally decided to check it out. The service was excellent, all the dishes were perfectly described and suggestions were made. We decided that we were going to try different appetizers based off the recommendations from our server. We obviously started with the ceviche. We opted for the El Trio so that we could try all 3 kinds of ceviche which came with tostones. My favorite was the ceviche de aji Amarillo. It was tasty, had octopus,shrimp and calamari. As mentioned, ceviche is quite filling and will creep up on you. Our second appetizer was the croquetas de aji de gallina and those were yummy as well. It's basically a cheese bread. We finished with the empanadas de lomo saltado which was served with a side of garlic aioli. I also ordered a pisco sour and loved it. My overall experience was great!

Had such a fun night at Fiesta Tequila House in Altamonte Springs! I ordered the shrimp enchiladas…read moreand they were absolutely delicious -- fresh, flavorful, and perfectly satisfying. I also enjoyed one of the best skinny margaritas I've had in a while. The bartender was incredibly accommodating to my bougie request to add muddled jalapeños into my drink to make it perfectly spicy. The staff was genuinely friendly and attentive, the restaurant was very clean, and the festive, colorful atmosphere made it a great place to relax and enjoy the evening. They also offer a great Taco Tuesday special, which makes it an even better spot to meet up with friends for a casual night out. If you're in the Altamonte Springs area and looking for tasty Mexican food, refreshing drinks, and welcoming service, I definitely recommend checking them out!

The vibe in this place is awesome!!! Very nice atmosphere, friendly staff and great food and…read moredrinks!! The service was great! Our server was so nice and made our visit so enjoyable. We started with a round of delicious cocktails and an order of tableside guacamole! OMG SO GOOD!! The food exceeded expectations. So much flavor and the portions were so big we had lunch for the following day. Loved the variety on the menu and everything was so fresh. We went pretty early on a Saturday night after a full day of household projects so it was pretty quiet when we first arrived. By the time our meals came the place was packed and hopping! We can't wait to go back!

This place was different than I expected! Even though you order at the counter it still has a…read morerestaurant vibe. Also I was thinking it was more like fast food Italian but it was very good! The portions were good too and it's nice that a lot of the dishes come with your choice of spaghetti or fettuccine Alfredo. Also they have a cute dessert/coffee counter that is separate. We tried some of the gelato flavors which were all yummy! This is a great place to meet friends and not even have to worry about splitting checks because everyone can order what they want at the counter. I look forward to visiting again and trying something else here!

Mandola's is a fast, affordable, and adequate casual place. I mean this very well, it is not a 5 ,…read morebut it certainly is not 3. The portions are huge, staff is super friendly, and food gets there almost instantaneously. It's not the best Italian I've had, even for the price point, but it reminds me of the convenient eats I had as a kid. I had a nice time and would recommend. Also the focaccia was quite nice

We visited Cocina Maya Mexican Grill & Mezacaleria on Saturday for lunch after seeing it on social…read moremedia. We ordered the Elotes off the cob ($11.99) and the Molcajete ($30) which is grilled fajita steak, chicken, chorizo, shrimp, onions, nopal cactus and cheese. We also ordered one Margarita ($16). We first experienced a Molcajete in a restaurant in Mazatlan, Mexico and fell in love with it and all of its ingredients including the cactus. This Molcajete at Cocina Maya was soooo tasty. Served in an actual Molcajete which is made from lava rock and it holds the heat very very well. We shared this between the two of us and still had a decent amount to bring home with us. The Elotes was very tasty and the corn was nice and firm and it was perfect. Service was friendly and attentive. The dining room is light in colors and there is a lot of light that shines through the windows. This restaurant is a good distance from our home, and well worth the drive to it. We most definitely recommend this tasty restaurant.

We drove up to restaurant with zero expectations. When we arrived, there were four or five…read moreparties eating. The restaurant was empty. 10 minutes later, there wasn't an open seat in the restaurant. Heidi took care of us. Here recommendations were on point! The guacamole was the best we've EVER had. Seriously. The flavors were very very good, The margaritas were woooooooooooo!!!! . Had to take a nap before we drove!!! They were great. Heidi recommended the Molcajete. It had shrimp, chicken chorizo and steak. It was amazing dish. The flavors combined in your mouth and brought joy to my belly We are definitely going back!

So good! Just like what we had in Chiclayo! Portions are…read morelarge and we had plenty leftover for later.

I looked up this location on Yelp for a lunch on a holiday. It was open and there was a large…read moreselection on the menu. I ordered the Tallarines Saltados de Carne. They were not freshly made. My dish was lukewarm to cold at best. The flavor was there as far as the ingredients and seasonings but they could have at least microwaved it to warm it up.

My birthday this year was celebrated at this place and I was extremely pleased. Although…read morereservations were made no need to do so there is plenty of space to be comfortably seated. The food was amazing, I had the sushi (yes sushi at a Mexican place) the best part is that the menu is full of choices if your not into Mexican food. Drinks were on point. Kid friendly place with alot of "picture moments" throughout the restaurant, I would go back.

Vida Cocina & Tequila is tucked into a shopping plaza, but once you walk inside, it feels like…read moreyou're stepping into a fun, festive space. The colorful décor and lively atmosphere make it a great spot for everything from a casual dinner to a night out with friends. They have awesome Tex-Mex and ceviche. I tried the chicken tacos, and they were full of flavor, fresh, and satisfying. The food overall is solid and I'd definitely come back to explore more of menu. I think this place really shines as a spot to grab drinks and enjoy the atmosphere. I can see myself coming on a weekend evening when the energy is up and the restaurant is buzzing. If you're looking for good food, service, fun vibes, and a lively place to kick off your night, Vida Cocina & Tequila is worth checking out.

From start to finish this place was amazing. Service was outstanding. Supposedly our waiter was…read morerelatively new and I would never have guessed that. Nice selection of beer. Our table shared the Asian Seared Ahi Tuna - Sesame crusted grade A tuna seared rare, sliced over seaweed salad with wasabi, pickled ginger garlic teriyaki glaze & Chinese white sauce which was great. I had to try the Crispy BBQ Pork Belly - Slow roasted sweet & spicy pork belly glazed with house BBQ sauce over sautéed red onion with scallion & julienne pickled ginger, which was a little different than expected. It was more dry and less fatty for an appetizer like this and as unexpected as it was, I actually liked it that way. I also mananged a chicken dumpling soup that was on special. Wow! I could have made a meal out of this one. Heavy, almost like a chowder. I split the main with someone else at the table. We turned the special blackened mahi mahi and the 16oz Boneless Prime Ribeye - Tender, rich & juicy with an extremely smooth texture. Removed from the bone for easy carving, this robust flavored steak eats like butter, into a surf and turf for the both of us. The sides were shared as well. Steamed Broccoli Florets, Smashed Yukon Gold Potatoes, Sweet Potato Fries Drizzled with Honey, and Bacon Roasted Brussels Sprouts. All of which were amazing. It was a lot of food. Took about half home and I believe it was actually great value for the price. For a place in a strip mall that looks like nothing much from the outside, I really enjoyed the complete experience here. Sometimes places that are a little further out of the way end up with higher ratings based on their surroundings. Here, I believe that is not the case and this is a fair rating across the board.

So we've been my number of different times now and and this visit I actually made it past the…read morestakes in the menu. I noticed that they have a 12 oz hamburger, 12 oz! Not only was it one hefty 3/4 lb Burger but it had gorgonzola bacon jam onions more bacon it was so freaking good I have a problem now as I have to figure out if I'm going to get the 12 oz ribeye the prime ribeye or if I want to get one of their badass burgers. What a great problem to have!

Absolutely delish food tucked in Hamilton Square. Paola our server was great - very nice and made…read moregreat suggestions. It's super cute in the back outside bar area. There are tvs and a super cute sitting area. Even though it's hot outside - it was comfortable.

My husband and I were walking around downtown Winter Park in need of some Mexican food. After…read morefinding out the hard way that Cocina 214 was out of business, we found the next closest option, which was Pepe's. It's a small, quaint little restaurant a bit further away from the busy streets. We were seated immediately for Sunday lunch and greeted with friendly service. They had a lot more to offer than your standard Mexican establishment...it took me a little bit to even decide what to order! Their margaritas are solid! I also went with the Pollo Pepe's, a large grilled chicken slice smothered in queso, peppers & tomatoes. After adding a couple sides I had myself two meals that day! Pepe's is a great option for Mexican in the Winter Park area!