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    Nona Blue Modern Tavern

    4.3 (1.1k reviews)
    ModerateBars, American, Diners
    Open 10:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    NONA BLUE MODERN TAVERN ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Classy
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating

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    Daniel H.

    Ok so this was the very first time I've been to Nona Blue Modern Tavern... and I was so impressed by the service and quality of the food and drinks. This restaurant is located in a nice plaza in Lake Nona with plenty of parking in their huge parking lot. Upon entering, we were greeted immediately by the host and were sat out in the patio upon our request. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The inside of the restaurant had such a warm and romantic feel to it. It had dark lighting and very sophisticated decor and seating inside which is perfect for like a date night or a celebration with friends and family.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The patio was very nice as well, it had a bar and TVs outside.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I thought that their menus on the tablets were such a nice touch.. it elevated the experience from the typical laminated paper menus. We ordered a few cocktails and they were all strong and tasty. For food we ordered the French Quarter Pasta, Fried Calamari, and Baby Back Ribs and OMG everything was so tasty and were decent portions! Now I will say... the star of the show hands down was the warm carrot cake...it was absolutely life changing. I will come back just for that dessert. Overall, I had a great first experience at Nona Blue Modern Tavern. Yes it is a bit on the pricey side... but it's great to visit every once in a while. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The service, food, and atmosphere is top notch, I will definitely be back soon![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

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    Megan V.

    Me and my husband went late night for some drinks and a little snack and we came across Nona blue. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The inside was warm and inviting and had dark wood vibes but very comfy.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]We sat at the bar and ordered a few drinks as well as the lobster mac & cheese.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We ordered the pomegranate Cosmo drink and the lime in the coconut drink. Both drinks were delicious and different that we ordered another round of them. The lobster mac & cheese was perfection with tons of meat and cheesy goodness. The bartender was really nice and attentive and got all our drinks and food to us in a timely manner. Drinks and food were delicious and service was amazing. We will definitely be back in the near future.

    Cheeseburger and Fries
    Rachel T.

    Had a girls night at Nona Blue after one friend talked about this spot, specifically the carrot cake for at least the last year. We came on a Friday night and made it in time for happy hour, but the happy hour deals aren't overly incredible since it really only saves a few dollars. Bought a special blueberry lemon drop and it was good, but super sweet and not very strong. I ordered a burger as it seemed like the safest most affordable option, but it really wasn't great. I've actually had better burgers at family BBQs. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Inside is trendy and very dark, but they make up with the darkness by having iPads as the menu.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]However pairing the darkness with the light certain things stand out and in this instance it was the lack of dusting. The chandelier over our table was caked in dust.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Gotta hand it to my friend though as the best part of the evening was the carrot cake. The prices of the food and drink aren't really worth it, but maybe stopping by for dessert would make sense.

    Cucumber/basil martini.
    Maria L.

    Drinks: 2/5 [[HIGHLIGHT]]Atmosphere: 3/5[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Food: 3/5 Pricing: 0/5 so expensive for what wasn't worth the charges This whole experience was lackluster. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The interior reads like it wants to be a trendy cigar smoke filled dinner joint from the 80's but that time has come and gone.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The menu seems cool, drinks with fun names and huge plates but not one thing lived up to its hype. The solo exception was the carrot cake dessert which honestly was the best part of the evening 5/5! [[HIGHLIGHT]]I mean even the lamp above the table looked like the dust had been there since the early 00's...I don't want to sit under that again. It was literally over my meal.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Our table actually sent back drinks and sipped through others that weren't worth it. The happy hour is basically $1/$2 off and when you really read the menu it certainly doesn't give you"let's go here for happy hour vibes." I had the special flatbread which was supposed to be steak fajita, but the black beans that made the "sauce" just made it dry. The flavor was nothing like fajitas...did someone forget the chili powder and cumin? There's so many other better places...I won't go back.

    delicious food, inviting atmosphere and impeccable service every time. I've tried most items on the menu and have been very happy with all of them. on the rare occasions that something wasn't right the manager immediately took care of it with no fuss. We've been eating here since they opened and still go every Sunday for brunch. You won't find a better value for the money.

    Love the light up check (bill) presenters! Kentucky Bourbon Barrel Ale / Kentucky / 8.2 ABV
    Laurie G.

    Another great visit. I'm mainly doing another review to give Tucker a shout out. I love his energy and enthusiasm AND he helped me with a wine recommendation that was spot on! [[HIGHLIGHT]]I love to sit outside, that's why I live in Florida, but the inside bar is very comfortable.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I came for a burger, but the picture of the Ahi Tuna steak and Tucker's recommendation changed my mind. So glad I changed my mind, it was delicious. Tuna was well seared, the couscous salad was also very good, wish I could make one this tasty. This entree was filling, but definitely lighter than a burger which is better for lunchtime.

    *Asian Grilled Steak Salad
    Ri M.

    Steak medallions were cooked and flavored perfectly, tender tangy juicy. Server was attentive. Ambiance was elevated casual. Have not been here in ages and I'm glad I came for lunch today. A little bit on the pricier side for a lunch salad but the steak was worth it.

    French Quarter Penne Pasta Bowl
    Robert G.

    Let me start by saying Nona Blue has one of the best Carrot Cake's in all of Orlando! It's a must try! Nona Blue is one of my favorite restaurants in the Lake Nona area. Mama's Meatloaf and the carrot cake is the main reason why I always return here. Service is always top notch as well. Sitting in the outside patio area is my favorite, since the inside can be a little loud sometimes. I feel the price point matches the food quality, which seems to always be consistent.

    Sea bass
    Amanda J.

    We are in town before we head out on our cruise and met my uncle for dinner (who lives here) after peeping the menu. We came Friday night around 6:30 and were able to get seated right away. They have iPads on the tables as menus and everything has a picture which is amazing for a visual girly like myself. While reviewing the menu, I noticed Happy Hour was still on for a few minutes (until 6:30) so we quickly ordered 2 glasses of wine ($2 off a piece - HH menu is included in oi The menu was categorized in courses and even had a Gluten Sensitive section which is really nice since I try to eat as GF as possible. *Disclaimer I do not have celiacs, I just have a sensitive tummy. Our server was super nice and personable and very attentive. My uncle ordered the pork tenderloin that was served with mashed potatoes and said it was delicious. My husband got the Chilean sea bass, also served with Mashed potatoes and I got the "BAJA" Style Lettuce Wraps with blackened Mahi- Shredded Cabbage, Avocado, Chipotle Mayo, Sour Cream Sauce, with the Haricot Verts as a side. if you've never had Haricot Verts they are French style green beans flash sauteed in olive oil, garlic & Montréal seasoning, topped with sliced toasted almonds and they are to die for!! Everything we had was absolutely delicious and I would dine in again this evening if we would still be in town to try other items!

    Amara S.

    Stopped by for dinner this weekend. I will say the service is excellent and our food came out quickly. The steak tasted delicious. Cooked perfectly and they ask you to cut it when they bring out the steak to ensure it is cooked the way you like it. The mashed potatoes were good as well. The mac could've been a bit thicker but it was okay. The drinks were amazing! I loved the espresso martini. I would give 5 stars but the mac knocked a star off :(

    Cheeseburger and Fries
    Jennifer G.

    Another great experience at Nona Blue! This time we tried the ribs, burger, and meatloaf sliders. Everything tasted great. Servers were friendly. Food took a bit long, however, the manager swung by the table and acknowledged the wait time. Hint: Get a reservation. Even with a reservation, we still had to wait for a table for 15+ mins.

    Meatloaf slider
    Masae S.

    My boyfriend and I went to Nona Blue last week. It wasn't our first time. It's a casual restaurant with an elegant vibe--relaxed. We started with the spinach dip and chips, which came with sour cream and a slightly spicy salsa. The dip tasted very fresh and homemade. My boyfriend had the meatloaf plate, his usual favorite whenever he visits. The creamy corn was rich and well-seasoned, though the mashed potatoes were a bit heavy at least for me. (Because I am almost 60! lol ) I ordered the meatloaf sliders (available during happy hour), and we also tried the blue cheese coleslaw. I usually don't like blue cheese, but this one was mild and refreshing--surprisingly enjoyable for both of us. Our waitress was friendly, with a beautiful smile, and made us feel very welcome. The atmosphere was easygoing and comfortable. The bar area has TVs if you want to watch sports while dining. But t we sat in a booth where it was quieter and more private. We really enjoyed our time there. It's so nice to have beautiful place like Nina Blue in near the community.

    Meatballs shareables
    Melinda V.

    Ambiance is always top notch but we haven't been here in a while and things have been upgraded!! The menus are now on IPads!! There are new dishes on the menu and they kept their famous meatballs and mama's meatloaf. They even made meatloaf sliders and those were delicious! Our service was patient and kind as we had a party of six and we were all not there at the same time, we were one of the last diners on a Tuesday night and they still waited on us with a smile and didn't make us feel rushed. Everything we had was delicious!

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