“This place turned me into a beer enjoyer lol. Very creative flavors, and a wide variety. The bartenders are all very friendly and kind. This place is fun, but never rowdy, and the artist alley is a super cool touch. This is a great place to relax, and enjoy a beer.“
“I stopped by because there was a market going on and had no idea they were in the plaza!It is small with some inside and outside seating. The girls working that night were nice and happy to let you try something if you want to check it out.I was disappointed that they did not have a sour and got the cider instead.Wish they had a better explanation on the list they have, to know what they are to make it easier to decide.A cute place to check out!“
“I have never had mead as amazing as the mead from Zymarium Meadery. Each mead has its own personality, there are so many unique and wonderful flavors. Every single one is so carefully and perfectly crafted, I had a difficult time choosing a favorite. The atmosphere is cozy and comfortable. I absolutely love the decor, the art is classy and beautiful. The staff is friendly and very knowledgeable. I highly recommend visiting Zymarium. Joe and Ginger have created a truly one-of-a-kind experience. And I will definitely be back!“
“My #1 favorite brewery around Orlando. Beer quality and selection/variety is incredible, staff is consistently amazing. Their kitchen is great, when it's not open, they always make sure to have some of the best food trucks in the area out front. Underburg minis are always a great finish!“
“I was in Orlando from Tampa and wanted some conch salad. I was lucky to find this gem because it's a True Bahamian. I had the crack conch, chicken, Coleslaw, peas and rice and Mac n cheese. Which all was good. But for me, I love me some conch salad and it hit the spot so I had to get 2nd order. I will be back. ??242“
“You have to check this place out! Great variety of beers which constantly rotate. My husband and I love this place as it caters to both of our tastes; he is a dark beer lover and I prefer pilsners/lagers. The staff are very friendly and are the reason that we keep coming back. They have free bar snacks but not meals. However they allow you to bring in any food (nearby restaurants available). By far the best local brewery in Orlando!Update 2023 -- still one of the most talked about breweries we have ever visited. It is always a highlight anytime we are in town. 1000/10 recommend“
“Let me first say, I never knew where this place was until construction led me to it. So for once, I am thankful for construction leading me here.With that said, I've had their beers before, at beer festivals, bars and grocery stores. With that said, it was really nice to finally get a chance to visit and try their beers on tap.The staff was friendly and the place seemed like a nice place to relax with a cold beer.Definitely recommend!“
“We attended a home brewing class, with Andy as our instructor. It was very informative and fun. Andy did a great job explaining the process and getting us involved. And there was no 'big push' to buy products. I would definitely attend another class here...Kombucha brewing class, especially!“
“This our sending time here and it has been excellent both times. No MBAT, and has the right amount of bitterness for their styles. I highly recommend trying Community Brewhouse! I have had a red ale, brown ale, and fest bier and enjoyed them all.Homebrewers take note, they know how to brew, listen to them. We 100% will return!“
“Quaint little bar located in downtown Sanford. I've always enjoyed the laidback and friendly atmosphere here. They're got a good beer selection brewed in house. There's an outdoor area with tables and benches where you can let the kids roam about. Good little place to kick back and enjoy your self.“
“Cool brewery in the heart of downtown Sanford. Great vibe, and if you like sours be sure to try their Sourmanjaro, a coffee blonde sour that is top tier for sure. Great staff as well always ready to pour you their latest brews. Definitely a worthwhile spot when you are in downtown Sanford.“
“I can’t, in good conscience, rate Tactical below 5 stars. This is my all time favorite brewery. I love the experimentation that goes on here, even if I don’t like all of the beers, but I make weekly trips here to try the new ones. If you like IPA’s or Sours, come here. The vibes are incredible, and Tactical always has a lot going on for everyone to enjoy.“
“The beauty of the craft beer phenomenon is that there is no cookie cutter approach to making and serving beer. Each brewery has its own distinct vibe, target market, and atmospherics. That’s probably why I love visiting as many as possible, because it never gets old.Ten10 has long been one of our favorites. It was one of our mandatories on the Central Florida Ale Trail back in 2017, when there were only about 16 breweries on the trail. It’s a little bigger now. And, thanks to the genius behind establishing these ale trails in the first place, we were able to sample pretty much everything Orlando had to offer at the time, which helped us form new preferences. That’s another way of saying we’ve been back many times.Located alongside the Orlando Urban Trail in the Ivanhoe Park district, Ten10 certainly has a well-qualified audience from which to draw clientele. It has the look and feel of a neighborhood brewery, without pretense. Instead of looking and feeling like what an IKEA-owned brewery might appear, Ten10 and their hodgepodge display of beer cans and glass growlers either collected or donated through the years produces a vibe that reeks in authenticity.And we could tell from the NYE 2023 customers that we were the outliers, seated in a booth, while everyone else was at the bar, no doubt their standard M.O.While the Speigensall was tapped out (7% ABV, a hazy IPA), I went with old standby East West (7% ABV, a standard American IPA). It did not disappoint. And since it was still the holiday season, I had a short pour of Bad Santa (6.5% ABV, a Brown Ale with a hint of winter seasoning). It left me feeling jolly, as much so as a visit a year ago left me happy after Santa’s White Christmas (7% ABV, a Golden Stout). We followed up with a huge pretzel, accompanied by beer cheese and a spicy mustard that was a little more horseradish than it was mustard.It was all good, though, and we’ll be back many more times.“
“On a recent visit with our adventure club, which included a food and beer exploration with Sanford Food Tours, we had the pleasure of visiting several hot spots across Downtown Sanford. However, among all the flavors and experiences, including some gems like Hollerbach and Buster's, the one gem that really stood out unanimously as our favorite was Dees Bros.This family-operated brewery and eatery is run by two brothers who craft their own beer while one of their wives brings authentic family recipes to life. They provided us with an unforgettable dining experience filled with samples of some great dishes as well as their signature Cotswolds Ale. The warmth and dedication of the family not only shines through in their interactions but also in every dish and brew they offer.Our samples at Dees Bros included their Hot Ham & Sliders, Grandma's Swedish Meatballs, Spent Grain Pretzel with Gooey Beer Cheese Dip, and the amazingly refreshing Swedish Cucumbers. Each dish was a masterpiece of traditional and family-inspired cooking. It was so good we went back for more after our tour was over!Our beer selections, the Cotswolds Ale and the Aquadnauts, complemented the meal beautifully. The Cotswolds Ale, an English Amber Ale, was praised by our group for its easy-drinking nature and versatility with the diverse flavors of our dishes. But for me it was the Aquadnauts, a Belgian Quad, that stole the show. I would describe it as one of the best Belgian Quads I've ever had; its complex flavors and smooth finish made it a memorable part of my visit. We'll definitely be going back whenever we make it back to Sanford.Overall, our visit to Dees Bros was nothing short of exceptional. The combination of heartfelt hospitality, exquisite home-cooked meals, and finely crafted beers created an experience that not only satisfied our taste buds but warmed our hearts. It's a testament to the passion and dedication that the family pours into every aspect of their establishment. For anyone looking for an authentic, memorable experience, Dees Bros comes highly recommended by our entire group.“
“SBC is our go-to stop for lunch and a growler refill when we fly into Sanford; we've come to expect really good food and service which is what keeps us coming back. Our most recent stop was on Thursday and our server was Chris. The bar has been set high in the past, but Chris was exceptional. He chatted a little, checked in with us regularly, and was always working. Without exception, just when we would think we were ready for something, he was magically right there on the spot. Very impressive and worth noting. We had the pretzel bites and grilled mahi sandwich. Food was really good as usual, but the service was especially worthy of a shoutout.“
“Mike was my server Sunday, March 10th. We had music outside with Lauren Carder Fox. The weather was great and service was perfect. Mike was very engaging with my party of 3 and a baby. The food is always great. I had wings and a quesadilla split with my girlfriend. My friend Andy had grilled cheese, 2 orders of wings and a mac and cheese bowl. Half of that was to go home for dinner since his wife is out of town and he has the baby. Always a great experience at Sanford Brewing Company - Maitland. Thanks Mike.“
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“Great environment. Food and beers are always fantastic. Big orange is our go to. It’s light and tasty. If they have the blueberry beer, add half of that with the big orange. It’s called a fruit loop. Sooooo good. Ahi tuna is sushi grade and delicious. All their unique taco combinations and options are always a hit. They definitely stand out from all the other taco places. ? Mac attack and trailer park are just a few of our favorites.Gabby was an incredible server. She goes above and beyond for her customers. We had a group of 25 people. She set all the decorations up for us and handled the large group on her own. All the staff was accommodating and amazing. Service was 5 star! Thanks making the party a huge success! ??❤️“
“Came here Friday evening. Wasn't super packed, but busy enough. At first, our server was pretty quick, but we didn't order drinks right away because we couldn't get wifi or any connection in the restaurant (drink menu via QR code). We eventually figured out you can connect to BNwifi. Had to go to the bar and it took awhile to get the two bartender's attention to get a printed menu.I got the Italian sandwich and the menu did not show that it had jalapenos/peppers in it. It was so spicy, even after I removed the peppers. I couldn't finish it. Traded my husband's hamburger for the sandwich and even though he loves spicy food, he also commented how super spicy that sandwich was.The hamburger was actually good. Kettle fries, drinks, and everything else was fine. But after we got our food, our server disappeared. We were ready to leave and had to wait until she finally showed up.Overall, this is a pretty decent place. Just wish the server had warned me about how spicy the Italian sandwich was. She made no recommendations on drinks or menu specials. We'd come back for the hamburgers and try other foods though.“
“We took our nephew out for his 11th birthday. Not only was the food delicious, but we had the best server in the industry! Michael was kind, amazing, thoughtful and funny. He made our night out of the ordinary as my nephew said. Thanks for a great bday dinner!“
“Highly recommend. The Pizza had the best crust. The beers were amazing too. We each had a four flight tasting, and it was hard to pick a favorite, but the sours and pumpkin pie spice cider won the day. Thanks Steven for the hospitality. BTW, Dog friendly establishment, so bring your fur baby's for the pizza bones.“