Came here one day during a planned day out in Mt. Dora. A quaint little town northwest of Orlando…read more There's shopping, some nice little restaurants, and a big ol' lake that you can rent a catboat on and drive it around. That's what we did that morning. Ambiance was great. It felt like each little dining area was a different room in a big, semi-haunted mansion. Eclectic books and paintings and mirrors and other baubles adorned much of the walls, making for plenty of looking around time during you meal. Very fun. Service was really good. The pacing of the meal was great, and our server was very friendly. We were always with drink, and she knew the menu backwards and forwards, even the special dishes of the night. As for the food, we went whole hog with two apps, two mains, and a dessert to share. Out of everything we ordered, only one of them remains on the current menu, which is a great sign. I love a rotating, seasonal menu. It shows effort, and it definitely encourages return patronage. We started with the Ciabatta Board (toasted ciabatta, house butter made with sun dried tomato, roasted red pepper, parmesan, garlic, chive). This was nice. It was very sun dried tomato, so if you don't like them, don't get this. But very soft, toasty bread made this very lovely. We also got an escargot app which was very creamy and soup-like. The snails were complimented well by the spinach. And the whole thing came with a nice little breadstick. I saved some of the bread from the board for some sopping. Pro move. For our mains, we got a miso butter New York strip and some sort of Asian themed duck. For both mains, the proteins were cooked very very well, and the portion sizes were a good size compared to what I was expecting. Both sets of taters were good. The mash was very smooth and creamy, the roasted baby potatoes were cooked all the way through and were nice and naturally buttery. Both were served with a seasonal veg mix that was pretty ok. It rounded out the plate, but it won't change your world or anything. We finished off with one of the best slices of cheesecake I've ever had. Incredibly smooth with the perfect cheesecake density, the perfect amount of chocolate chips inside, and a nice little crust that added that little bit of texture that is needed from the crust. Overall, quite a meal! To survive in a small town with these prices and those quality ingredientes and that unique of a menu design is very impressive. I will certainly be back.

Pros: Ambiance was awesome. Very intimate, felt like a…read morelabyrinth of rooms in an old, dank mansion. I loved it. Service was great, too. Our server was really nice, made good recommendations, and the food was paced absolutely perfectly. The food itself was the best part. Crazy unique menu items that promised a lot and delivered a lot. Cons: Not a single con. A great little visit. Tips: The menu has completely changed since we went, which is good, so I can't recommend any specific dishes. But the ones I see on the menu now look absolutely banging.

Had dinner at The Funky Monkey last night and we had a very good experience! They have all-night…read morehappy hour on Thursdays with specials on some appetizers and drinks. They also had live music, and the artists were great! For appetizers, I tried the wings, which were really good, and my husband ordered a beef empanada and pork gyoza, which he said were also good (I didn't try them). As entrees I ordered a Cobb salad with grilled chicken, which was very filling and yummy! My husband got their Birria ramen and said it was a little too bland for his taste and might've needed more salt, but was overall good (he ate it all lol). The server was attentive and the food does come out pretty fast.

Yummmmmm, that's the best way to describe this experience. We went for happy hour and ordered…read morealmost the whole menu of appetizers and suggested drinks. The drinks were perfectly concocted, the customer service was friendly and the food was flavorful,'bold and satisfying. I was told they have live music on the weekends- I'll be back and will update this review.

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.

This is our second time here and it's just so freaking good. You would never know it's such a nice…read morespot given the plaza it's in. Our waiter was super friendly. I had an extra dirty martini that I didn't get a pic of but it was probably one of the best, if not the best one I've ever had-and I've had a lot at a lot of places. It came with the big blue cheese stuffed olives and it was perfection. The spinach and artichoke dip is hands down the best around. The pita chips are fried and perfectly crunchy, and the dip is so creamy and delicious. We ran out of chips but kept the dip to put with our meal and that was absolutely the right decision lol. The steak was cooked perfectly, the au gratin broccoli was fantastic as well. If you are looking for a good date night, check this place out. It definitely has a good moody romantic feel. We will be back!

Had a late lunch on a weekday while exploring the Mt. Dora downtown area. When I arrived, clearly…read morethe lunch rush was coming to an end, so I got to sit in the corner. Asked for a water immediately, and set my things down before going to the restroom... which was clean, easy to find, and well stocked, so zero issues there! Hehehe..... When I returned, I had a water and the bar menu as well as the lunch menu waiting for me. I ended up getting the Crooked Can/Frog and Monkey collaboration IPA, which was lovely. I ordered the turkey and brie sandwich, because reading it on the menu outside was what had originally drawn me into the restaurant, and a cup of the French Onion soup rather than getting the fries that came with. The soup was up first, and it was delightful- nice, hardy chunks of onion without being too big/sliding off my spoon, a well developed broth, and a fantastic amount of cheese. The sandwich was lovely, great slices of turkey and decently sized pieces of brie and apple to go along with it. Unfortunately, when I went to get the second half of my sandwich, I noticed what looked like a dark beard hair on it.... as I was dining alone, and my long hair was tied up, definitely not mine. I called over my server, and I pointed it out to her... she asked if I wanted to have a new sammie or get it taken off the bill. I asked if I could pay for the soup, since I had finished it, but not the sammie and she absolutely agreed to that. I wrapped up my meal and left to keep going on my day. Everywhere has issues occasionally, but this was handled well, so I will mention it, and I do knock off a star for this visit, but I am still willing to try again if I am in the area.

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!

Best steaks we have had since we moved here! The bone in ribeye with wonderful seasoning is…read moreamazing! Now I've got to have one!!

Nice friendly atmosphere ans decorated a notch up from other casual restaurants despite the steak…read morehouse brand - we went for rhe lunch special which I highly recommend as it makes a superior value compared to fast food !- of course the service was speedy and friendly - better than the fast food alternative -

Not impressed with this place. Its a great location with potential but they have some things to…read moreimprove. First, It didn't seem like the food was fresh, the fries tasted stale, the spinach pie was a huge blob and the presentation was awkward. The spinach pie was nearly the size of the plate and was nearly flat as a pancake. I was so confused why they even bothered placing it on a bed of lettuce. I ended up with wilted lettuce at the end. My biggest complaint is they need to pay attention to their cleanliness. I had something floating in my glass, there was a large cobweb hanging from the main light fixture, and when my food was brought out, the tray was covered in crumbs. At least wipe it down after clearing a table.

My wife and I decided to try this place. Overall, in my opinion the food was ok. My wife ordered…read morechicken primavera with a salad. I ordered the minestrone and clams-linguini with red wine sauce. Her salad came out and the greens were fresh, but the salad was drowned in dressing. The pasta and chicken were over cooked. The portion was huge, but I think for the price it missed the mark. We did get some bread and it was lacking flavor aka love. My soup came out and the broth was flavorful, carrots tender and everything else was over cooked, especially the pasta. It tasted like the soup and pasta were cooking for hours causing the pasta to be soggy. As a chef, there are several techniques that could have been used to improve the soup texture. The broth was the best part of the soup. My main dish came out and it missed several profiles such as flavor, texture, and freshness. I could tell the clams were canned and the pasta was boxed. Pasta was a bit over cooked, but not as bad as the soup. The portion was huge and presentation was awesome. Overall, the ambiance was awesome. Live music was playing. Staff were friendly. Place was clean. Not sure the price justified the overall dining experience for me. They say you eat with your eyes, nose, and mouth. It definitely looked tasty,

Someone referred to Jeremiah's as being a soul food restaurant. I don't know that I agree. I think…read moreit's more accurately described as an All American restaurant with reliably good food-including, burgers, sandwiches, fried chicken, shepherds pie, chicken and dumplings, and many more dishes to choose from. The service is also good, and rarely have I had to wait for a table.

We had a group of seven come here I told everybody the food was good oh my gosh so embarrassing…read more All the food was horrible My friend ordered a shock top beer and they served it to him in a mug and the beer was gray and cloudy and flat disgusting. All the meals were just subpar slopped on the plate My one friend couldn't even eat her meal so we had to send it back and she left hungry. This place used to be so good I don't know what happened but they will never get another dollar out of me!!! They only had two servers for our whole area so they were running around like crazy trying to help everyone out. We were the first ones in the room and the last ones to be served she must have forgot to put our order in. Such a beautiful restaurant on on a perfect spot in Mount Dora but the food and service was not good.

Our first time visiting and WOW! it was amazing experience from…read morewalking in to leaving. Megan was our waitress and she was outstanding, the food was absolutely fabulous and the chef went above and beyond...he came out once to verify the order as we asked to eliminate an item and once he discussed it with us, we decided to try it in the side and it was excellent, he then checked on us again to confirm we were pleased and we were beyond impressed. I would HIGHLY recommend trying this establishment, you will be happy you did.

I absolutely loved every second of my visit. Let's start with Juan- he was so welcoming and…read moreknowledgeable. I enjoyed all of his recommendations and can't wait to come back for more. The food and cocktails were delicious and reasonably priced. They have a fantastic happy hour with apps and drink specials. I loved the decor as well as the many seating options both in and outdoors. Leather backed booths, tables to accommodate large parties and bar seating.

I had 2 ( two ) beef empanadas for $9.99 and they were huge,. Super tasty .. came with dipping…read moresauce , sliced tomatoes and iceberg lettuce. Honestly .. it was a whole meal ! And now that I know they have this deal .. I will be back

My husband and I enjoyed a yummy lunch at Copacabana on a Saturday afternoon…read more We were able to get seated right away and enjoyed being outside. The had fans going and nice music. The free bread appetizer was delicious. We enjoyed our entrees, but didn't think they were super flavorful. I opted out of beans in my Cuban bowl, and to my surprise the dish was very small. It had hardly any of the toppings except for cilantro. The service was below average. Our waitress was also being a hostess which is unfortunate, but doesn't excuse anything. It took way too long to have our order taken and we ended up having to flag someone down. We were never asked if we wanted drink refills, leaving us thirsty. It was a nice place to have lunch but we may try something else next time.

Not sure what happened tonight as our experience was poor compared to our last experience. Food…read moretook over an hour to arrive. The spinach artichoke dip was spoiled. The steak was very simple and not as flavorful as a prior experience. The waitress said most of this experience was due to only having one chef tonight Menu was very limited and printed on paper for some reason

I'm going to give two stars because the servers were great. One was training and they were both…read morepleasant and efficient. I have been so looking forward to having a place we can regularly go to that is not a chain and has great food. It's not a chain, however, the food and cocktail that I had was not anything I would return for. We were a party of 4 and 3 of us ordered the burgers. All three burgers were way overcooked. The patties were on the thin side and although the menu description sounds delicious, these burgers were nowhere near worth $19.00 each. The other member ordered Chicken Cordon Bleu. The dish itself did not look good to be honest. He said the chicken was dry but the potatoes and vegetables were good. My cocktail was supposed to be a Lemon Drop Martini but was lacking the lemon juice it needed. Chris seems like a nice guy but he might want to do a bit more oversight of what could be a great little restaurant, instead of hanging outside at the table near entrance with friends and smoking.