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    Lil Indies

    4.6 (162 reviews)
    Open 4:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    LIL INDIES ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Hipster
    Casual
    DJ

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    Ben M.

    The Rundown: a truly local vibe offering a unique intimate setting while feeling both casual and classy. Sipping on drinks is almost always a great time! The Review: the staff here are fantastic, offering a decent drink menu to fit any taste with enjoyable service that matches the casual vibes they give off. The seating and lighting is intimate, with a variety of unique visuals to keep things interesting. It's part of a variety of small hole in the wall type bars, so if you're bar hopping it's easy to hit up when exploring Mills!

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    Edwin M.

    Looking for a dive bar feel with upscale cocktails from a mixologist? Look nextdoor to Will's Pub and try Lil Indies. The decor has old school feel to it with random art work decorating the walls of the establishment. They even have a corner stage area where they host artist, but just know this is a tiny location with 1 bathroom from what I could see. There is a bit of outdoor seating as well and area for smoking outside as well. They also have a Happy Hour which is 20% off cocktails from 4pm-8pm which is a great time to try it out as they have many cocktail options. Also the bartender was great, very friendly and attentive, with skills at mixing up the cocktails. All in all this is a great little place to check out if you are on Mills.

    Hanan B.

    One of my favorite dive spots on Mills that's always a good vibe, whether it's the friends, the live music, cocktails or events going on. Must to stop especially if you bar hop around Mills.

    Ariana M.

    Perfect bar, perfect vibe, perfect lighting, perfect drinks, super cool vibe, bomb music. I will definitely be coming back. New fav!

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    Shay M.

    Lil Indies is truly a hidden gem in the Mills area. It has a dive bar feel with great drinks and excellent DJs. The bartenders seem knowledgeable about the drinks and are super helpful when you are trying to make a choice. The music is typically great and I like that it isn't so rowdy that you can't carry a conversation with your party. I look forward to future visits to this cool little establishment.

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    Joe S.

    If you blink, you might miss it. It's in the same "Complex" as Will's Pub and the entrance is right beside Plantees on Mills. The quaint little bar had an awesome staff making some damn good craft cocktails. We went in before a show at Will's Pub and some of the others in the crowd had the same idea, luckily it was a bit after we did as the line got kind of long. They also have some kinds of events and I'm not sure about how they operate, but if you're in the area and they're open, stop in and try a cocktail. They have a nice selection of alcohol too!

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    Katie F.

    I found this place by looking up bars in the Mills district. Damn lil indies you did NOT. Disappoint!!! I love how the ambiance reminds me of that 70's show mixed with grandma's house! It has a really nice sound inside- they've got live music. They're in between plantees and will's pub. I absolutely love this vibe; laid back and chill. Now let's talk drinks they've got about 4 drafts and drink options are so funky. They're drinks range from $9-$15 depending on the drink. I ordered the Hey Boo Boo- it's vodka, pomegranate tea, yuzu liquor, cranberry and orange bitters. They batch it at Will's Pub Next door- so it's made daily. It comes in a little honey squeeze bottle- giving me Pooh bear vibes! It has a kick and is a bit sour but it's sweet at the same time! I definitely recommend coming here! 10/10 What a gem of a find!!

    Jesy T.

    Such an edgy and cute little tucked away bar. I stepped in for a drink and was pleased with the nicest bartenders and fast service I got! I forgot the name of the drink I got but it came in an adorable honey bear jar paired some some gummy bears! I wasn't a complete fan of the flavor, but I liked the aesthetic. There was another bar in the back, which hasn't opened up yet as it was still early. Definitely wouldn't mind coming back as this place was quirky and filled with personality. They also had a live performer there that night which was nice

    Garrison T.

    Came to see Nesto's jazz trio. Chill atmosphere and good drinks. My drink had gin black sea salt and basil. It was only nine bucks so reasonably priced. It wasn't too packed which we loved. It's a small spot with friendly staff

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    Jay T.

    Lil Indies is a wonderful little hidden spot for live music and good drinks. I was impressed by the bar staff and the jazz trio when we went. Prices are fair. Was visiting from NC, and I wish we had a location like this! 5 star service.

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    Kalani G.

    This is my comfort bar. I hadn't been back since the pandemic but when I saw DJ BMF was spinning 90's R&B , I did what I had to do. Lil Indies is one of my favorite spots in Orlando. It's hipster without being pretentious , divey while still making some of the best cocktails in the city. If you want to be cool, this is where you go.

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    Phylicia K.

    Cool little spot. Lots of fun drink options and the bartender was really friendly. They have live music, table seating to watch. There are a few seats at the bar and then they have a couple couches toward the front for seating too.

    Rossi K.

    Perfect place to go before a show at Wills. We love lil indies and the outdoor seating.

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    Heaven on Earth, great drinks, great music, awesome staff.

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    Awesome pub.. phenomenal live music.. great drinks and people!

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    Overpriced cocktails, empty dance floor, judgemental hipsters, one bathroom for the whole place, you've been warned.

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    I've had my eye on this spot for quite awhile and what better way to enjoy it other than for my…read morebirthday lunch with my favorite girls! The aesthetics and atmosphere of this restaurant / wine bar is very Mediterranean / south of France which I adorrrrred especially since I'll be there this summer. There's an outside seating area with a water fountain and umbrellas for all the vibes and shade to enjoy a brunch or day with the girls or even a date. Inside is elegant just as well with lovely art pieces, decor and lighting. They just started doing brunch on Sundays when I went so it was nice to experience it and see their curated menu. When I made the reservation I requested a scenic ambiance spot which they had the perfect table for me and my server Erin surprised me with a complimentary glass of bubbles, I assume the prosecco which was such a treat being to start off my birthday lunch! I had some main goals of YES and I NEED, which was a nice bottle of wine, those gorgeous blue and white printed plates, the blue crab cannoli, and the ousters. All of which I received in the best presentation possible. The team at Lorelei even made my lunch ever so special by serving everything on those plates along with enhancing my blue crab cannoli with caviar on the top instead of the regular fish eggs that are placed which I was just full of joy and happiness seeing how special they surprised and customized my dishes for me! The bottle of Sauvignon blanc also a perfectly complimented my oysters as well as the cannolis. Overall, Lorelei did not disappoint me and met all of my expectations and desires with the perfect birthday lunch with my favorite besties! I can't wait to come back again for some small bites and tapas or even experience the wine tasting events they hold!

    I finally made it here for a craft event hosted on the patio! The ambiance is so fun and European…read morefeeling - it's like being transported to somewhere outside of Orlando! It was a hot night but they do keep some fans outside. They have a nice wine selection - we both enjoyed different whites and both were delish! The inside looks gorg as well - definitely small, but very well decorated. Service was attentive during the event. Giving 4 stars because the food menu seems a bit limited - the snacks weren't calling to me for the price point, but I'd definitely return just for drinks. So fun!

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    I was only here for a glass of wine, but they had a cacio y pepe on the menu we had to try. It…read morecame out hot and fresh cooked and was super delicious. It was not too pepper forward (which I prefer). I was excited to try this out of the way wine bar, but was a little disappointed that their extensive list is more bottles and not by the glass. Just putting this out there for awareness since I will plan to come in for some food and be able to pair with a bottle of wine to explore the full experience. The staff was very knowledgeable about all of the different wines and helped to select the best glass for what I was in the mood for that evening. The bar was very clean and there is a lot more space then what you see when you first walk in. It was all very clean and modern looking inside. Looking forward to my next trip in.

    I guess this is what they mean when they say "hidden gem" No big sign our front just a quaint…read morelittle bar tucked on the backside of the building. Decorated nicely with amazing staff. They have a great patio outside too for those nice Florida nights. The wine list was extensive but the by the glass options were limited to about a dozen or so. I understand they have have 100 open bottles hanging around waiting for someone to order a glass. I assume (and hope) that the by the glass options change frequently. While speaking to staff I was informed of the full food menu that is available after 5 pm. I just had to see how they did with Cacio e pepe and wow I was surprised. This is a basic dish but it was executed perfectly. I certainly will be back again soon to order that again. I would take someone else who would enjoy but while they like Pasta they don't do wine. I did see they have some "mocktail" type drinks but maybe 1 or 2 soda or seltzer options might be nice to allow more people to enjoy.

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    I love wine so I did the wine tasting at Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant. I like that they have…read moresweet, semi-sweet, and variety selections. I opted for the sweet wine because I like more flavor. I tried 8 different wines. They were all good! The bartenders were friendly and knew their wines. They were good at explaining the different flavors and selections. The bar area for wine tasting is first come, first serve, so it was crowded by the time I got there. I suggest getting there early if you want to grab a good spot. They do tastings all day every day so going during the week might be a better option if you want to avoid crowds. I went on a Friday and even though it was crowded, the vibe was nice. This is a great place to chill for a couple of hours and its not expensive. You honestly cant go wrong!!

    This place is very chic and absolutely a place to enjoy a fine meal if you're looking for a place…read morethat is a bit upscale, but still okay to come to after a day at the parks or outlet malls. The wait staff was very attentive and friendly, there is an attempt to sell you on their wine club, which is a great deal if you're a wine drinker and live near enough that you can take advantage of it every month. However there was no high pressure sales pitch so don't let that put you off. The food came out fast and, with one exception, fresh. My burger tasted amazing, although the bun was very stale to the point where I just pulled the burger apart and ate it without the bun. The carbonara is more an Alfredo than a carbonara but was still very tasty. All in all, a solid place to stop in at and we'll probably try it again someday.

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    Swirlery

    4.8
    (83 reviews)
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    We stumbled upon this no-frills wine bar one day and it did not disappoint. They sell wines by the…read moreglass and the bottle, however we asked if we could create our own tasting and they were able to accommodate. We decided to drink two whites and two reds and the pricing would be half the price of whichever wine you chose since they were not full pours. Then we added a charcuterie board to pair with our wines. The lighting is dim with a romantic/ quaint feel. The workers were attentive and knowledgeable and were willing to help with our selections.

    5 stars for a cozy woman-owned wine bar & shop in the heart of the SoDo District! Owner, Melissa…read moreMcAvoy is an Advanced Sommelier and one of the most well-traveled, influential women in wine. You will find her on the floor helping customers discover new wines that suit their palate or behind the bar, serving her regulars. Swirlery has a huge inventory of bottles for sale which can feel overwhelming, but they are there to educate and provide tastings as well. They also serve craft beer and wine by the glass in a relaxed casual atmosphere inside along with an outdoor patio in the back. Additionally, Swirlery offers wine education programs and community classes if you're looking to expand your wine knowledge or even just discover what you like. Her space is also available for event rentals and they host many events for the community. I recently attended a Women's History Month networking event here and purchased a couple glasses of a delicious dry sparkling rosé (not sweet -- just the way I like it) while enjoying the company of inspirational women in our community.

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