Great hidden gem. If you're looking for off-the-path, peaceful, lakefront setting, this is the…read moreplace. We sat outside. GREAT service. Great selection of food outside from fish tacos & gator bites to smash burgers. Inside dining offers captains seafood platter & portabello caprese sandwich.

Food: I got the fried grouper which tasted quite fresh. I loved it, but there were only three…read moresmall pieces.and I had to give up one of them to my still hungry husband. Might be too much salt and pepper for some people, but they seemed ok with adjusting if asked. It tasted perfect to me. The fish was accompanied by enough french fries for a small family and a small, too tangy, coleslaw. The price was $18.99 with no beverage. There was an extra charge for fried corn because there were no substitutes for the coleslaw or fries but my husband loved the corn! Servers were pleasant and friendly . Outdoor bar on nice lake with humble seating and small play area for kids. Airboat rides added excitement and occasionally noise. This is definitely old Florida style local hangout which I think is a good thing

A nice chill spot. Stopped by with a friend on a Friday night, ordered two beers off tap and from…read moretheir small food selection which was posted on a small chalkboard on the bar. The food was made in an air frier but overall was quite quick and tasted good. Would be nice if they had more listing of the food through the location and prices listed on the items and the drinks. Even tho I was happily surprised by the low costs considering it is Titusville downtown area. There were a few small groups of people, and the music was played by the guest from the jukebox. Overall, I did enjoy my visit and will be going back with friends.

A nice dive bar. Well, maybe not a dive bar, but a cool vibe whisky bar. Locals are cool and…read morewelcoming. Limited menu for food but huge whisky assortment. Very welcoming. Check them out!

Awesome place. Beers cold and staff is friendly. Great price!!! Lots of parking with outside…read moreseating. They have special events and great place for a poker run

Courtney is our favorite bartender, we drive 35 minutes each way just to visit her twice a week…read more She always remembers her drink, and she always serves him with a smile. She is definitely one of the absolute best in the area.

Loved the atmosphere. Had a muffaletta which was good. Tried several different craft beers which…read morewere good. Even played trivia which was fun.

Huge delicious beer selection! Great atmosphere and service! I would full on recommend this place…read moreto experience some good ol' times!

We moved to the area from down south two months ago and we've already been to Propagate Social…read moreHouse and their Shade House no less than 15 times. This is our safe place. Cocktails? Phenom. Service? The bar at Shade House is filled with the BEST ladies. Vibe? It's vibin. If you're looking for a good craft beer, their selection is always changing and focuses on local brews for about $6 a pop. They have a happy hour of cocktails for $6 a pop as well. 10/10 I live here now.

The Shade House, an extension of Propagate Social House is the SPOT in Apopka. During the day, it's…read morean event space for local groups, venue for fun workshops, plant swap event location, outdoor dining space for Propagate, and bar on weekend afternoons. Then at night the space transforms to be a full cocktail bar with food options , live music, and visiting food trucks and a nighttime farmers/creators market once a month. Plus, seasonally, it's a Pumpkin Patch and Christmas Tree Farm! The large deck includes lush plants, picnic tables, cozy Adirondack chairs, and is bookended by a fabulous bar and stage for live music. I cannot say enough good things about this space and its owners. They are part of the push to create community in Apopka through offering engaging quality businesses and venues (these are the people behind the future Hall's on 5th food hall right on the same street!). I have been coming to Propagate since we started building our home and have really enjoyed seeing their business flourish over the past few years. They have a loyal customer in me and I cannot wait to see what's next. I digress, the service at The Shade House is stellar, the cocktails are creative, and the vibe is an extension of Propagates but with some added spice. You guys outdid yourselves on this one.

Such a hidden gem! My husband and I decided to try a little bit of everything on the menu and…read morehonestly, not a single thing disappointed. Every dish was flavorful, fresh, and you can tell there's real thought put into the food and presentation. We ended up staying for well over two hours just enjoying the whole experience -- the vibes, the music, the drinks, and the overall atmosphere were just so good. It felt cozy, lively, and welcoming all at the same time. The drinks were beautifully made and paired perfectly with the food, and the staff and crowd made the space feel fun and relaxed. It's one of those places you randomly find and then immediately want to gatekeep (but also tell everyone about). Truly such a great experience from start to finish. Can't wait to go back!

Came here after a night of activities in Sanford. The place is usually packed, but we were able to…read moreget a table for two, luckily. The ambiance is about half of what this place is all about. It's very Trader Sam's, including a lot of neat Disney memorabilia on the shelves on the walls behind the bar. Dark and stormy tiki bar vibes. The service was super friendly, and the food and bev came out very timely. The drinks were great, and they had a really nice mocktail menu. You can come and enjoy a nice drink without getting alcohol. We also ordered a burger from their limited food menu. It was very good. Not in competition for best burger in Orlando or anything, but the flavors were on point, and bun was nice and soft, and the furikake dusted crinkle cut fries were the perfect side item. Overall, this place was very cool, and if you haven't come here yet, you need to.

Stopped in the bar for lunch as a 4 top on a Tuesday about 230pm. Bar stools were taken up by…read morepatrons so we still had inside outside seating choices. Ambiance was rustic with beautiful views of the lake. Chose the comfort of inside with the a/c. The bartender was doing it all, and doing it well. He greeted us took drinks and menu order. We dined on chicken pot pie with side salad, blackened chicken wrap with cole slaw, French dip with fries and a Reuben with cole slaw. Everything was hot, delicious and plentiful. The hotel and restaurant have been around since early 1900 and big part of the history of Mt. Dora. Enjoy!

What a joke. Went to make reservations for 6 people and asked if we could make a reservation for 6…read morein maybe an hour. Was put on hold and was told it would be a 2 hour wait. I said that's no problem and we can wait. Was put on hold again and when she came back was told they cannot accommodate 6 people at all today?? They are open until 8:30pm and it is 12pm right now. We would have had no problem waiting to anytime but was flat out told they do not want us to come in.

Such a cozy hidden gem in downtown Mount Dora. While walking upstairs, I never expected it to open…read moreup 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.

The decor, music, and overall vibe of this place is so fun--definitely a great spot for a night…read moreout. 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!

OK this was fun. Chief Cherry and his band Red Beans and Rice were playing. I like all kinds of…read moremusic so this was perfectly suitable. Seating is a little old and dated but it's a pub so who cares. With their windows open you can sit outside, they have a very generous patio area. I moved from inside to outside, had a nice glass of wine and enjoyed the atmosphere. It's an incredibly friendly atmosphere lots of fun people and if you want dessert after having one of their giant pretzels there's ice cream next-door. The music was fine, the people were fine and did I mention that they are dog friendly? I got to pet all the puppies! That just made me even happier if it was possible. I hardly ever go anywhere anymore since Covid so this was a wonderful change. I will be back for sure and enjoy the ambience, the wonderful service, and the atmosphere. There is absolutely nothing to dislike about the Village Idiot pub!

**INITIAL REVIEW**…read more Apparently, the Yelp Skynet a.k.a. the AI that green or red flags reviews, doesn't like the actual name of this pub despite the fact it is the pub's name. Ergo, I will use the abbreviation VI for the remainder of this review. Besides that, you really can't go wrong going to any of the pubs in Historic Cocoa Village. VI is one of the pubs on the eastern side of the Village, in between the famous Fat Donkey's Ice Cream and the furthest east pub in the village, Ryan's. Appearance-wise, the outside fits primarily with the building, but there are some minute details that give it its own personality, primarily around its name. There is also a section of the road and sidewalk that have been garrisoned for VI as outdoor seating and games such as bean bag toss. Indoors, it is definitely your kinda pub that many of the patrons are friends. The right side (East) have long tables with many pub and drinking games such as Hook & Ring and Shut The Box. There is a bookshelf filled to the brim with board games in case patrons prefer traditional or childhood classics. The left side (West) is the "Patio," a room that is decorated by numerous plants, neon lighting, widker and a black-and-white checkerboard floor. Finally, the middle of the pub is the actual bar, in the form of an L-shape serving a nice arrangement of beers from many breweries, cideries, distilleries, and meaderies across the United States. I had the Kentucky Vanilla Barrel Cream Ale by Lexington Brewing and Distilling Co. Other beer selections I would recommend include the Pineapple Cider by the famous Carib Brewing Co. and the Mango Cart by Golden Road Brewing. Personal note on the latter: Mango Carts, well for me, only taste good when straight from the tap. Cans are not good. And the food, it is minimal, but boy does VI know how to tug at my heartstrings as everything they have features, or could feature, cheese. They have pretzels with cheese, pickles with cheese, and my personal favorite, grilled cheese sandwiches. And for the more sophisticated patron, they have numerous choices in charcuterie boards, too. I will also state the drink prices are a bit on the high side compared to some other places I been to. And there are two restrooms that are single-serving and gender-specific. I don't believe the latter has to be gender-specific because they are single-serving. The barn doors are an interesting choice because they are not very good at blocking sound. I guess that is why VI blasts the music so nobody can hear the flatulence. Speaking of music, VI does have a small corner stage for small acts, possibly singular, to perform. Unless there is a pull-out large stage for outdoor performances, I don't see big bands, per se in higher number of members, performing here unless they can all jam in that tight-spaced stage. Ultimately, I am going to give VI three-out-of-five stars for this review. They are a solid pub that has all the fixin's of a good bar to go to. Maybe it is safe to say they really don't stand out too much, especially amongst the more unique bars in Historic Cocoa Village. But still, a good place to have a drink with friends with that "Everybody knows your name" kinda vibe.

So I tried to go here before a show once and unfortunately, I didn't show up early enough (per a…read morehelpful sign they had by the register). Finally, I was able to go and oh my god this was life changing. I've never had a chicken smash burger before and now I am obsessed. I want to go back just for this sandwich. Their fries are the perfect kind (shoe string) and tastes amazing. I am getting a double for sure next time as the single wasn't large enough for me. If you want a unique experience of a chicken smash burger, I plead that you try one. It was amazing and I want to go back so bad.

Burger Rob's is the best burger I've ever had, bar none. The buns are fresh and soft, the meat is…read moreseasoned and flavorful, and the way everything comes together puts this in top-tier territory. I always order the grilled onion burger with the cowboy sauce on the side. It's incredible, but it gets too messy if you put it directly on the burger. Sauce on the side is the move. For sides, it's fries or tots, always extra crispy. That single choice makes a massive difference. Everything comes out fast and hot, every time. I'm down in Titusville periodically for work at Kennedy Space Center, and leaving for lunch easily turns into a 1 hour and 15 minute round trip if you stop here. We still do it regularly, and we'll even swing by again at the end of the day on the way back to the hotel. That tells you everything you need to know. It doesn't matter what time of day you go, it's a win. Fair warning though, the full meal can turn into a gut bomb and might put you to sleep. Easy 10/10.