Eden Bar

Best place to hang out, relax and chill out. Best staff great food and great people. I can’t forget the movies are top notch.

The Mahi Mahi fish tacos are amazing! On the side you get black beans and rice. The drinks are good too. Always ask what their special is for the night.

On a recent trip to Florida, I stopped here with a large group for a celebration. The space is amazing! The bar is the centerpiece, surrounded by a variety of tables to fit your group whether you’re on a date or enjoying drinks with friends. There is a fountain off to the side where a lot of kids end up playing and more tables for hanging out. Another section is a large, grassy lawn which is always a great feature. My favorite is inside the theater which has rockin’ air conditioning if you need to get out of the heat!
The server came over and we started to order food. She informed us that she was there to take drink orders. Okay, whatever you say. The evening started off with ordering a soft drink and two lemonades for my table. My lemonade was delivered to another table (same group) even though the other two people at my table got their drinks. No problem — we moved it to our table where it belonged. When the server came back again, we asked if we could order food. She said that she could take the order. I’m not sure what the deal was about her hesitation about us ordering food. We ordered chili fries, a turkey club with fries, a pear prosciutto pizza, and raspberry beignets. After half an hour, the chili fries came out. Sadly, this was the best thing we ate (and it wasn’t that good, it just wasn’t as bad as everything else). The turkey club came out about 10 minutes later. The fries were cold. The turkey was dry and very unpleasant. Of the four pieces of quartered sandwich, we ate 1.5 pieces. The pear proscuitto pizza came out 5 minutes later. I was excited — it looked really good! It wasn’t. The crust reminded me of a dry saltine cracker. The flavors, which should have worked well together, didn’t. I ate two pieces. Throughout the evening, the server refilled the other two drinks at my table. Despite the fact that I had a lemonade, just like someone else at my table, she refused to refill mine and had to be asked to do so twice. After a full hour of waiting for the raspberry beignets, I asked the server where they were. She said they should be coming right out. She returned saying that they were out of them but I could have bread pudding instead. I asked her very clearly if she put the order in. She said that she did but the kitchen did not communicate that they were out. I explained to her the difference between beignets and bread pudding and requested the check.
We were eating at 5:30pm and our group hadn’t eaten since 8am. I’m certain that if we weren’t starving, we would have sent all the food back. Because we were traveling and were about 45 minutes away from our destination that night, we packed the food in case were got caught in thunderstorm, ran out of gas, or our car broke down and we needed food to eat. We also didn’t want to offend the hosts of the large group we came with. The food sat in our hotel fridge for the remainder of our week long trip — uneaten. Our roommate came back to the hotel about an hour after we did and her fried chicken sat right next to ours in the fridge until she begged us to throw it away.
Overall, the server was very even tempered in her ability to not let anything bother her, including appropriate customer service that she should have been providing. I gave her the standard 20% tip because having been server, I know it makes a difference in earning a living wage. However, I wanted to leave her 8% because that’s what she deserved.
One of the bartenders was very friendly and gave our kids a soccer ball to play with. That was a very kind gesture that I appreciated.

This is our go to casual hangout and has been for years. Great outdoor bar layout surrounded by great mature landscaping, and with all the shade/​fans it’s the only outdoor spot that never seems too hot, even in summer. It’s great for everything from a low-​key friday night, to a weeknight, to a Sunday afternoon nursing a hangover.
The drinks are good and the beer selection is good enough. The food is good if your expectations are set for bar or comfort food, this isn’t a 4-​star restaurant and doesn’t pretend to be. The burger is very good, other favorites are the grilled cheese, the Cuban sandwich, the nachos, and the fried chicken salad.
One note — the service is good as long as you sit at the bar. At the tables around the bar, the service has never been very good. There are sometimes people smoking at the bar, which annoys me but I can’t really hold that against the place since it is outdoors.

Eden Bar is one of those places I wish were closer so I could frequent it more than I do now (only a couple of times a year at most). Honestly, I think I would if we didn’t have a young baby.
Every time I go here, it’s busy. Sometimes that’s fun, but other times it is quite annoying only because in my head I want a super chill night with a friend or two, sipping beers/​cocktails and eating good food. it’s about ⁵⁰⁄₅₀ if we’ll quickly get a table. This is a good problem for the business itself, as people seem to love coming here. I may just be a grumpy old man these days. But, I LOVE coming here for the good beers, and more correctly, the good food. It’s a bit pricey for my liking — considering what you get. It’s not that incredibly refined, but it’s still quite good. I guess that’s Winter Park for ya.
I love that it’s outdoors for the atmosphere. Plants and old trees galore. plenty of places to stand and mingle. They need more tables, but I’m not sure where they’d put them. It sucks on hot and/​or rainy nights. But that’s life in FLA.
If service is slow, it’s because it’s so busy. The staff here are always super funny and nice, and they bust their butts. No joke. I always have a high level of respect for places like this where you can have a very demanding clientele, coupled with the fact that it’s outdoors. Tempers can rise along with the Florida heat, but everyone seems to keep their cool.
I always think about coming here, but never can justify driving all the way from our Lake Como home to essentially Maitland. But, now that I work in Winter Park, I have a good excuse and place to go for after work drinks!

Nothing better than starting a movie and finishing a movie at the Eden Bar. It’s so Florida and relaxing being outside in lush surroundings having a nice drink, even in December. The drinks are pretty decent here, but the star is definitely the chill vibe and environs. Oh, the chicken fingers are freaking delicious if you need a snack.
The only negative is the number of smokers that love to frequent this place. It’s a lot.

I’ve driven by this place, on almost a daily basis, for 7 years and had never visited until a few weeks ago. It’s cute! They have plenty of seating, both at the bar and at tables surrounding it, and there are Christmas lights that create a nice atmosphere (I was there at night). I had a tequila drink with some muddled berries, and it was delicious. And potent! I don’t remember what my friend had, but he liked his drink. I tried it and wasn’t a fan, but I don’t like whiskey/​bourbon/​whatever-​he-​had, so I can’t really judge it. :) We shared an order of the chimichurri steak skewers and they were cooked well and flavorful. The server was very attentive and nice.
Cute place and I’d definitely go back!

They were out of the soup I ordered. Usually a bad start but in this case a blessing. I subbed in the chilly with my Cuban sandwich. I have to say I’m happy I did real chilly all beef and real spicy flavor. Forget the great view and the fountain in the background. I’ll be back for just the chilly and then their is the beer and full bar.
If I’m working in the area I’ll be stopping in.

This is an outdoor bar with pretty scenery. There’s lots of parking however there’s a movie theater right next to it. So the parking lot can fill up.
There’s lots of shrubbery so it was a little buggy but overall good bar vibe. They had a good grapefruit beer.

Thank you for the delicious menu, the perfect drinks, the fun wait staff, the romance and beautiful setting. You guys really are the best.
Again, thanks for being in our town!

Happened to stumble into this restaurant after other plans fell through and getting on Unilocal.Over all I think we were very pleased with the service and food, but really the atmosphere is what made it stand out. There was quite a bit of outdoor seating with a nice garden feel around it. Just really quaint and relaxing.
We came on a Wednesday around 6 and it was pretty dead, but I guess that could be expected for any restaurant at that time. I got the burger and girlfriend got the chicken tenders. The burger was really good and the tenders were huge; I don’t think she even ate 2 of the 4 they severed.
If in the area again looking for a nice relaxing evening, we would definitely consider going here, as the experience was really enjoyable.

Ideal spot to sit outside and chat away with friends while sipping on some adult beverages.
If you get hungry order some truffle fries! Service can be a bit slow and that’s the reason for 4 stars.

Beautiful covered outdoor bar! I am addicted to their chicken strips and fries with the most amazing honey mustard I’ve ever had. They have daily drink specials, full bar and beer in bottles and on tap. Service is great. You can even bring in your cocktail to check out a move at Enzian theater located conveniently a few steps away. I’ll be back for sure!

Eden Bar is a GEM in the central Florida area.
The ambience is so lovely and perfect for an outdoor drink. The bar area is covered and nestled within trees and shade. There are other sunny tables/​couches on the outskirts of the bar for when the weather is nice. The crowd is very different from the standard Orlando bars– with patrons of varying ages and backgrounds, it’s easy to feel comfortable, even if you are enjoying an afternoon drink alone.
The handcrafted cocktails are awesome and rotate seasonally. The cocktails can be a bit pricey, but I’m willing to pay a bit more for an inventive drink made with love. Their happy hour is from 11 – 5, which isn’t great for the working crowd, but PERFECT for a mid-​day drink on a relaxing day off.
Worth the drive to Maitland. :)

A good community bar is hard to find. A good community bar with enjoyable character is even harder to find. Eden bar – an extension of the Enzian theater – offers an all-​outdoor bar experience with some of the friendliest service and excellent food and drink options.
I tend to go to Eden bar just to kill time or meet up with friends, but it’s also a great incentive to arrive an hour [or two!] early before your Enzian showtime.
I’m a sucker for truffle fries, and order them whenever I see them on a menu. They are on the menu here, and I highly recommend them.

On the side of a very busy street lies a little slice of heaven. Apparently, they call this place Eden Bar. The place is beyond gorgeous and the edded twinkly lights just turns it into something not even Disney’s magic can capture.
The Décor: Some may say it’s cheesy but for a die hard romantic like myself, I thought it was perfect. I thought everything was perfectly placed to create an intimate setting. It seems like there’s a place for everything and whether you’re looking to be just a few to a party the location is ambiance is great.
The Food: The only fault in the stars is the food. I had the nachos as an appretizer and they were devine. The cheese tasted like someone actually took the time to develope flavor not just stick some velveta in the microwave. However I got the Wagu burger with truffle chips and they left a lot to be desired. The amount of liquid that dripped from my burger covered my entire plate and made a truffle chip soup so to speak. The truffle chips also had too much oil for my taste. Although they were crispy they were one of the worst natural chips I had.
The service: We had a young male waiter that was pretty attentive. There weren’t many people in the restaurant so service was good. Nothing to write about just decent. I have no complaints.
Overall I would definitely return to eat I just think I may stay away from the beef items and stick with chicken. It’ hard to mess up chicken.

I’m torn on this review because there are some things I really LOVE about Eden Bar, but I’m not a huge fan of the food here.
The good:
The ambiance here is one of my favorites in Orlando. I’m a sucker for lights, plants, and outdoor dining, and Eden Bar really nails all three. Definitely visit or at least walk through in the evening when it’s lit up and cooler outside. I noticed couch seating on my last visit and am definitely a fan. Comfort swag is important.
The drinks here are reasonably priced and consistently good. The beer and wine selections are quite decent, and I prefer to stick with what’s on tap. The cocktails, particularly during happy hour, are good and a good price.
I’ve found the staff here to be consistent, attentive, and pleasant.
The eh:
I’ll say it, I don’t really like the food here that much. I’ve found it to meet expectations, but I would love for the appetizers to be tastier and a little larger. The Truffle Parmesan fries are what I’ve ordered the most, but the amount of fries you receive can vary. Still, it’s fine and I’m being picky. Happy hour prices are definitely on point, so I recommend shooting for that.
Sometimes the service is sloooooooooooooow, but that issue also arises inside the Enzian too. It is what it is, your food may take a million and one years to show up. But while you’re waiting, enjoy the people watching, lights, mural, and relaxing water fountain. Cheers!

Eden Bar is my go to for dining outside when the weather is nice. I love the ambiance, and recently they added more couches so it’s extra comfy!
They changed their menu a year or so ago, but it’s still once of the best places in town. I always suggest trying their truffle fries and their mac & cheese as sides, but really anything you get there is spot on.
My favorite meals there are the Blackened Mahi Mahi, Granny Smith Apple Salad, and the Cranberry Turkey Croissant. For lunch, they offer a «you pick two» for $ 8 deal, where you get to choose 2 from a half a salad, soup, half sandwich and a side. Their grilled cheese is delicious as well, especially if you pair it with their yummy tomato soup! For happy hour, they have cheap drinks and appetizers. The one meal I was left feeling «meh» about was the quinoa wrap, which just really lacked flavor to me.
Service tends to be on the slow side, but honestly I’ve never really cared about that. I love taking out of town friends here for a leisurely lunch or a nice dinner.

5 Star for amazing ambiance, outstanding food, and great service!
My go-​to meals at Eden bar have become the Grilled Cheese with Tomato Soup (and the Carnitas Tacos.
The Grilled Cheese is my favorite in town. It’s decadent and luxurious (can food be luxurious? I think so!) and served on thick-​cut ciabatta bread that is covered in butter and toasted to perfection. Inside is a white fontina cheese that is creamy, slightly bitter, and AMAZING. Paired with the tomato soup (you have the choice of soup, fries, chips, salad, and mac ‘n cheese– but always go with the soup!) and you have a match made in dipping heaven. Seriously, most folks pass by the Eden Bar on the way to catch a flick, but this meal gets me there on its own.
While the grilled cheese/​tomato soup combo is hard to beat, the Carnitas Tacos (3) are excellent. LOCALLY FARMED PORK. Yes, plz! It’s served with tomatillo and rice and beans and makes for a hefty lunch.
The drinks are great, but I’ll let you read reviews of those more knowledgeable in this arena.
Finally, the service. Man, these servers may look like they’re 15, but they are soooo good! Really friendly, funny, and always on point. It makes dining there a pleasure for sure!

The food can be hit or miss for me, but to be fair I don’t really think Eden intends to classify itself as a restaurant, as much as a bar that serves some food. In that sense, they do the job admirably. The drinks are generally great, with a good selection of beers and a unique cocktail menu that will keep you interested.
Of course, it’s all outdoors on beautiful grounds and adjacent to the best theater in town. That’s the biggest draw of all. Even if you’re not here for a show, if somehow you haven’t made it out here yet, do it. Have a drink and relax.