Such a cozy hidden gem in downtown Mount Dora. While walking upstairs, I never expected it to open up such a beautiful sunroom with ambient lighting and coil drinks stopped for happy hour and was able to see that the crowd was bustling. The staff was inviting and the drinks were flowing. I've heard about this place from many of people and always thought about going there at night but I'm glad I stopped by for happy hours so I can actually see it was like before the crowds got too wild. It's definitely someplace that's worth checking out and experiencing. read more

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The decor, music, and overall vibe of this place is so fun--definitely a great spot for a night out. Even on a busy Friday evening, I was able to snag a cozy round table in the back for my friend and me, which was a pleasant surprise. Bonus points for the upstairs bathrooms not requiring a code (unlike the ones downstairs)--a small but appreciated detail! I ordered an espresso martini that was dairy-free (which I love), but it ended up being a bit too sweet and slightly watery for my taste. I only took a few sips before deciding not to finish it--not bad, just not quite for me. Since I was the DD, I didn't bother swapping it out, but it was still the right call. My friend's gin cocktail, on the other hand, was light, mild, and super refreshing--she loved it! Also, shoutout to the bartender for bringing the drinks over to our table--such a nice touch. I'd absolutely come back and give another cocktail a try. The atmosphere & service alone makes it worth a return visit! read more

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Visited on 2/21/2025 with a friend from out of town. We sat at the bar and were ignored by the 4 bartenders. Finally someone says "are you ready to order". We said "not yet". We weren't given a menu, then we realized there was a QR code. No one came by, and this is a small bar area. Finally, we ordered and were served the drinks. No offer to pay or open a bar tab. We were finished with the drink and no one came back. Finally, when we got someone's attention they asked for the tab name. We said, we didn't give one. Definitely felt very unwelcome and invisible. Needs customer service training. read more

HandleBar - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Mount Dora, Florida

Great vibe and esthetic! Delicious drinks! I had the banana slice drink. The only negative IMO is that it was really loud inside and can't have a conversation with your party. It was my first visit. I love downtown Mount Dora and will definitely be back to handlebar. The wallpaper reminded me of the pink hotel in Palm Beach, very classy and cool. read more

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We came in with a huge group post a wedding... the hospitality never missed a beat though! Such a cool bar. Check, Dakota, and Jesse are the most welcoming bartenders and know how to make a darn good drink. You'd be making a mistake if you didn't drop in to see them while you're in Mount Dora. read more

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This place was a gem of a find. Very eclectic. Nick our bartender and his partner were amazing. Drinks were all on point and the creativity on how they made them along with the performance was just right. Would definitely be returning. I loved the ambiance of it all. read more

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Been to this bar many times. The last several times I have noticed a disturbing trend -- the bill hasn't been correct. You order something and they ring it up as something different at a higher price. Last weekend I brought this to the bartender's attention and he said, "That's just the way it rings up." It resulted in a $12 over charge that he just shrugged off and went back to chatting up people sitting at the bar. We only had two drinks each, so it was an easy catch. I can only imagine what they do to tabs with more. Enjoy the $12. We won't be back. Patrons beware. read more

I'd come back here any time of the week! Slightly hidden upstairs with a narrow staircase, you find this open cocktail bar with a view of the cute streets of Mount Dora. Seating is limited and this place seems to get packed fast once the sun goes down. Their craft cocktails are strong and taste delicious. Glad to know they were able to make my favorite Army Navy here. The bartenders are so friendly and they cater to your table once you start a tab. Can't wait to come back! read more

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What a find! Almost like a speakeasy in downtown Mt. Dora. Great ambience. Great drink list. Great vibe. Check the hours and head on over. It's a great day weekend day drinking place. They can also turn most drinks into mocktails. read more

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Very cute atmosphere with a cool theme! Awesome drink menu with tops of options. Probably the cutest bar we went to in Mount Dora! read more

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One of the only late night establishments in Mt. Dora. Great atmosphere and friendly, and talented bar staff. Amazing selection of whiskey and other spirits and wonderful cocktails! read more

Really popular place, but amazing drinks! Make sure to stop by after an amazing dinner Love the music and scenery as well! read more

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We really like the ambiance, light and airy. When we were there, one bartender for about 20-30 customers. Way long to wait for a delicious drink. Will be back. read more

Love this place, but they seem to be randomly closed 90% of the time we come downtown during their supposed business hours.

Nick and Dakota were super cool and professiona! the venue is beautiful and relaxing, definitely coming back here when I visit Mt Dora again. read more

Fantastic drinks. Excellent service cool atmosphere. Not much more I can say. I highly recommend this bar. read more

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Super bookstore/coffee shop vibe I guess I need 85 characters to post this, so everyone was nice and chill, bartenders and drinks were great! read more

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This place was super cool! I loved the location, upstairs above the market. Inside wasn't too big, they have some couches and tables. It was very busy when we arrived on a Saturday night about 9 PM. No seats available, but people did get up at the bar which had about 10-12 seats. Ordered the Saturn and the bees knees. Their menu is full of tons of classic cocktails. They bartenders know what they are doing! The drinks were delicious and the wait was not long. Prices were fine and not overly expensive. I would come back when I visit Mt Dora again! read more

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Super friendly bartenders that make incredible drinks. Always a fun stop while visiting Mt Dora.

Bartenders are attentive and fast. Came on a Friday night they had ample bar tenders and the drinks were cute! They have a ton of options for liquor and alot of specialty cocktails. The vibes were cozy and moody. read more

Wow! I LOVED the HandleBar lounge! The atmosphere was perfect, seating comfortable, staff friendly and helpful, and the drinks were perfection! I told the bartender the types of drinks I enjoyed and he came back with a perfectly made cocktail I'd never had before. It was so good I am planning on making it my signature drink at our wedding! Definitely give this place a try! read more

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This is my second time coming here and my favorite bartender was at the bar! I love the monkey wallpaper and the overall seventies feel; very cozy. They've added Halloween decorations so they're spiders and spooky things! I had the Bees knees cocktail made by Jesse and my boyfriend Zachary had the Mai Tai. Definitely a very good vibe!! read more

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We checked our HandleBar on Sunday and had a great time. As soon as you walk in the door, you're greeted with a cozy interior of big couches, comfy chairs, and some high top tables all overlooking downtown Mount Dora. They had the windows all open to the outside which allowed the breeze to blow through and created an amazing atmosphere. The bartenders were super friendly and had great recommendations based on our preferences. If you're a whiskey and bourbon fan, you have to check this place out. Make sure to look above the bar to see their allocated selection, with tons of options you don't find many other places. We will be returning soon to try out more of the menu and to enjoy all that downtown Mount Dora has to offer! read more

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This is a great place to hang out and have a drink while watching the world go by below you. We stopped in just for a quick cocktail on a Sunday afternoon but I can imagine how great Handlebar must be at nighttime. The bartenders were both responsive and answered all of our questions. Of course one of them had an amazing handlebar mustache, I mean, how could he not working at a place with a name like that? You must pause for a photo in front of the monkey wallpaper, it's hilarious. I got the Pornstar Martini on the rocks and everyone else in our party got an Old Fashioned. I love passionfruit so my drink was lovely! Everyone else said their OFs were good too. I loved the atmosphere of Handlebar, it was chic but also laid back. Stop by for a drink sometime! read more

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Chill lounge atmosphere, good and fun cocktails, strong AC! Hidden gem in Mt Dora with craft cocktails and excellent service. Younger crowd than the rest of this area read more

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Very good drinks - look great and taste good. The only thing is that you have to ordered them at the bar and pay for them at the bar, otherwise the place has a cozy nice vibe. Will be back. read more

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Cute little place above WolfBranch brewing. Bartenders seemed kind and polite and able to give suggestions on drinks you might like based on flavor profiles. My only complaint was the bar didn't open when it said it would. Posted signage said opened at 12 and it was locked up tight until after 1. read more

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We've been here before and although it was very busy on Saturday night, the drinks were as good as I remembered. Glad to see the owners are doing well read more

What a fun place to take an afternoon break from shopping in wonderful downtown Mt. Dora! Wee actually had a bartender with a handlebar moustache - do you really think it's a prerequisite for the job?? ;-D He was kind and patient with us as we were older than his regular crowd, which we experienced as the short stop turned into a few hours of a martini called the Porn Stasr! (draw your own conclusions...!) and my friends had various drinks of a Tom Collins (totally retro!), and some other concoctions that we all tasted and loved! Mine had a cherry in the bottom (again, it went with the name! haha!) and they were all lovingly shaken by our main man! The room was all glass windows and open to the street, and not particularly cozy like the drinks make you think of a dark Speakeasy - but it was fun! We will definitely come back and probably try all the drinks on the menu next time because now we know what to expect and not have to leave for dinner reservations! read more

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We ventured upstairs above the Marketplace to the HandleBar. The decor is eclectic but charming. And the golden hour sun hits perfectly through the windows for a great view of downtown Mount Dora. We ordered an Aperol Spritz and Martini. It was two perfectly crafted cocktails with a nice atmosphere to enjoy it in. We look forward to having more drinks here in the future. read more

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I've been a patron of Handlebar for over three years and I'm very disappointed to say I will never be returning. The owner, Dakota, is ignorant and unapologetically homophobic. My partner and I went to Handlebar last night to celebrate my birthday and the owner was there as a patron, drinking and watching football. He came up and started talking to us sitting at the bar and when I referred to my partner as "they," Dakota started going off about how it was "confusing for his generation" (at his big age of 32). He then misgendered my partner multiple times and told them that if they want their pronouns respected, they should look less feminine. My partner was very upset and went to the bathroom, and I tried to explain why saying that is hurtful and rude, and honestly got nowhere other than more ridiculous and ignorant responses, including that sometimes people think he's a different ethnicity and that's the same as being purposely misgendered(???). I reluctantly still paid my tab before I left and the bartender profusely apologized for the behavior of the manager and gave us 20% off. The drinks are good, but there are a million places in Mount Dora with good drinks plus respectful owners that don't get drunk and make their customers uncomfortable at their own establishment. read more

You can get almost any kind of cocktail you want, crafted to Your tastebuds, by the nicest servers! This is a don't miss in Mount Dora! read more

HandleBar - We love this place! It was the bar we came to after getting married and now we make a point of returning every time we visit! - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Mount Dora, Florida

Not only are the drinks beautifully crafted but they are delicious too. Great place to have conversation during the day. Also a super lively place to have a drink at night. I love the happy colored ambience. The bartenders are all super nice too. read more

Caleb, the bar manager, is the best! He really knows how to make a cocktail, THE most knowledgeable bartender I've ever been served by.

great vibes great drinks and great music!!! bartenders are awesome and quick!! and they place harry styles!! i love it here!! caleb lots are the best! read more

Obsessed with this place . The ambience and decor is 10/10 the bartenders were incredibly great at their Jobs and very friendly . Extremely cool cocktails read more

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I really wasn't expecting this cute bar to be upstairs. I went recently with some friends and we really enjoyed the visit. The bartender gave great recommendations. I ended up getting a pornstar martini and friend ordered a junglebird cocktail. Both were top tier! read more

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This is just the cutest bar!! I found this place by just browsing the map and seeing what's around us and I absolutely don't regret it. I told my husband not to get a drink at lunch cause I had a surprise for him lol. Typically, drinks are stronger and better at actual bars, so we walked over here to grab drinks (bring that I'm pregnant, I needed a mocktail). The bartenders were so sweet and they killed these drinks!!! Definitely a must for drinks! read more

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Cute little bar in Down town Mount Dora ! Drinks are delicious ! Ambiance is very chill, and I love the vibe! Perfect spot to end your night. I got a side car and my boyfriend got a seasonal signature drink "gone fishing". I would recommend both! read more

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Great upstairs bar, good service, great drinks, windows looking down to street. Highly recommend to all.