Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    HandleBar

    4.2 (111 reviews)
    ModerateCocktail Bars
    Closed 4:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)

    HandleBar Photos

    HANDLEBAR ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Hipster
    Casual
    Classy

    You might also consider

    Recommended Reviews - HandleBar

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    Reviews With Photos

    Check and Dakota!!!
    Chloe O.

    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.

    Drinks
    Sara B.

    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!

    Reixa C.

    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.

    Banana slice drink
    Kim D.

    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.

    Bar area
    Inoel R.

    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.

    Rachel G.

    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!

    Pamela J.

    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.

    Blue Hippo- rum punch
    Alesha R.

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

    Aperol spritz cocktail
    Jesus M.

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

    Handlebar purse holder at bar
    Beatrice P.

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

    Order at right side of bar
    Christy V.

    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!

    Saturn
    Dj L.

    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!

    The Saturn
    Taylor M.

    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!

    Mai Tai

    See all

    2 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    16 days ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0
    Photo of B E.
    0
    13
    0

    16 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Sara B.
    482
    223
    2205

    1 year ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 2
    Love this 4
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 4
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    8 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

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

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Alesha R.
    132
    82
    142

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Paul E.
    13
    43
    2

    8 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Pam D.
    1
    62
    3

    9 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

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

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Dj L.
    499
    561
    3088

    3 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    4 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Olga S.
    16
    197
    183

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 2
    Love this 3
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    9 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    11 months ago

    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.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    11 months ago

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

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 0
    Love this 3
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    Page 1 of 3

    HandleBar Reviews in Other Languages

    Ask the Community - HandleBar

    You might also consider

    Verify this business for free

    Get access to customer & competitor insights.

    Verify this business

    The Frog & Monkey Restaurant & Pub - Lamb burger with bacon

    The Frog & Monkey Restaurant & Pub

    3.9(418 reviews)
    0.0 mi
    $$

    Spent a sisters weekend in Mount Dora and had to try out The Frog and the Monkey and so glad we did…read more Perfect spot for bar eats... burgers, wings, salads, all the good stuff. My sister had the prime dip and I went for the turkey brie - both were delicious and super satisfying. Service was great too - everyone was friendly and welcoming, which always makes a difference. There is a parking lot right next to the restaurant, super convenient. The place is cozy and has a nice size bar area. Definitely recommend if you're in the area!

    So I went to the frog and money once and loved it I traveled with friends over an hour that was…read moreranting about it and I decided to go back with the same friends ! The drinks were priced great and the soup and burgers were so good! But I went 01/10/2026 at 230pm (busy rush for a pub on a Saturday) and I ordered a burger and soup because they have a soup of the day each day, who doesn't love that. Well my soup came out quick and I was pleased with that, it was chicken orzo soup, so good! Well I start getting to the soup and thought oh wow they put cheese in here, didn't tell me it would have cheese and I'm rubbing it around in my mouth cause I like to taste my food you know? Well it wasn't cheese...... IT WAS SOMEONES CHEWED MINTY GUM IN MY MOUTH STUCK IN MY TEETH I got sick (in a napkin of course) and informed my server, ran to the bathroom some more getting sick and when I came back my server informed me I wouldn't pay for anything, I made a comment that maybe the dishwasher didn't do a good job but the server told me he wish that was the case that it was intended for an employee on break and he thought it was mine in the window and it wasn't, he apologized, well I took a couple shots of whiskey to kill the bacteria hopefully. I asked for a manger to come talk to me because I work in the food industry and I don't feel it was handled correctly, he informed me the manger was not there he had to text her to get the approval for the bill. So I was definitely taken back. I have never had anything like this happen to me and the two girls I was with also tasted the soup because I said it didn't taste right and they was literally given a bill for their 15$ burgers and I got a 10% card to hopefully come back. I have called twice to talk to a manger and have not gotten through to anyone, I've seen messages online to suspected owners and still nothing back, I was told the guy with the gauges in the kitchen is the one that did it, I woken up with a sore throat today and will be going to get tested and they will be informed of my medical bills by a lawyer. PS my friend ordered a burger Togo a few hours later for her aunt I went in to get the burger and pay with my 10% card and the short haired short server with glasses was seen laughing at the computer about the situation, I just don't think it was funny at all.

    Photos
    The Frog & Monkey Restaurant & Pub
    The Frog & Monkey Restaurant & Pub - Lamb burger and sweet potato fries

    Lamb burger and sweet potato fries

    The Frog & Monkey Restaurant & Pub - Cheese Plate Appetizer

    See all

    Cheese Plate Appetizer

    Crafted Concoctions

    Crafted Concoctions

    4.0(20 reviews)
    5.0 mi

    This place looks non-descriptive from the outside but when you get inside, it's magically themed to…read moreAlice in Wonderland. We were told but a very friendly bartender that they have three themes throughout the year. The themes are Alice in Wonderland, Halloween, and Christmas. The drinks were good and strong. The poutine, although was not pretty to look at it was delicious. We will definitely be going back.

    Since this place is only a mile from me and had great reviews figured I'd give it a shot…read more Was rapidoy sat at the bar by the extra friendly and warm staff. Tried their house old fashioned first, which is fat washed with brown butter, and was immediately impressed. The fat washing made a world of difference, and this may have been one of the top old fashions I've ever had, if not the outright best, and it only 15 bucks, is really reasonably the priced. Next up I ordered a pine barrens, and was again taken aback with how good this simple cocktail was. It took all the strength I had not to down it immediately. It was unique flavorful and strong. And also very reasonably priced. If your cocktail person and you stop here, this is a must try. Lastly I had their wedge salad that didn't skimp on the dressing or the toppings. I know it's hard really to give high marks to a salad, but this was fresh, tasty, and a great value. I know it's a little bit out of the way, but my highest recommendations to this place. I need to stop by again and try a couple more drinks and dishes, I was incredibly impressed by all of it.

    Photos
    Crafted Concoctions - Interior

    Interior

    Crafted Concoctions
    Crafted Concoctions

    See all

    HandleBar - cocktailbars - Updated May 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...