Highlights
- Great dessert
- Great beer selection
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Milkhouse - Orlando
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Milkhouse at a glance
Orlando East Central Park
- 🍔 American Restaurant
$$
Price per Person $21–$30
mentioned by 77 of the guests
#79 out of 163 places to eat in Orlando
#4 American Restaurant out of 9 in Orlando
Good
7.1 out of 10
Food
Service
Ambience
Value
475
Reviews
70.7%
Satisfaction
Often praised
- Delicious food
- Pleasant atmosphere
- Good value
Frequently criticized
- Inconsistent service
- Limited parking
- Loud environment
The restaurant, an American Restaurant located in Orlando’s vibrant East Central Park neighborhood, offers a truly memorable dining experience. When you step into Orlando Milkhouse, you’ll immediately notice its cozy, casual, and trendy atmosphere, perfect for any occasion.
You can look forward to a great dessert selection, making it an ideal spot to satisfy your sweet tooth after a delicious meal or just for a quick bite. This welcoming spot is ready to serve you.
Overview: Introducting Milkhouse
Milkhouse offers a diverse experience, bringing together various culinary options under one roof. Guests often praise the attentive and friendly staff, along with the appealing happy hour deals that make a visit worthwhile for many.
However, some experiences at Milkhouse point to challenges with inattentive service and occasional limited parking availability. While the overall vibe is generally positive, these aspects can sometimes detract from an otherwise pleasant outing.
Good
7.1
out of 10
475
Reviews
70.7%
Satisfaction
112
negative
27
neutral
336
positive
Milkhouse generally earns a solid reception, reflected in its overall Restaurant Score of 7.1 and a Customer Satisfaction rate of 70.7%. This indicates a largely positive experience for many patrons, with a good balance of strengths, drawn from 475 customer comments, including 336 positive and 112 negative observations.
Delving into specifics, the Food (7.7) stands out as a strong point, frequently highlighted by guests. The Ambience (7.6) also contributes positively to the experience.
While Value (6.9) is seen as average, the Service (5.4) appears to be an area where experiences vary, suggesting some inconsistency in guest interactions.
What people like
- Delicious food options
- Pleasant atmosphere
- Good happy hour value
What people don't like
- Inconsistent service
- Limited parking
- Loud environment
Milkhouse presents a generally positive experience, especially if you prioritize good food and a pleasant setting. With a Recommendation Score of 7.3, it’s certainly worth considering for a casual outing, particularly if you can take advantage of their value offerings.
However, be mindful of potential service inconsistencies and parking difficulties, which some guests have noted. If you’re seeking a quiet, seamless experience, you might want to visit during off-peak hours or manage your expectations regarding service.
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Verdict: Our expert take on Milkhouse
Food (7.7 out of 10)
mentioned by 90% of the guests
When it comes to the food, this spot generally earns high marks, boasting a good score of 7.7 and 77% customer satisfaction. Many diners rave about the delicious Smashburgers, amazing homemade chips, and excellent ice cream, with creative craft cocktails also getting a nod. Out of 261 total opinions, 201 were positive, highlighting a strong culinary experience.
However, not every dish is a home run. Some guests noted that portions could be on the smaller side, and a few found certain items bland or even over salted. There were also mentions of dry chicken, contributing to the 38 negative opinions, suggesting some room for consistency.
Food
261
Reviews
77%
Satisfaction
38
negative
22
neutral
201
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Delicious Smashburgers
- Excellent ice cream
- Creative craft cocktails
What people don't like
- Small food portions
- Bland or dry food
- Over-salted dishes
Often praised
- foodIt's a fantastic place to go at any time, offering something for everyone. You can find Kelly's ice cream, Foxtail coffee, various drinks, and food. The happy hour is a great deal, and the craft cocktails are very creative.
- drinksIt's a fantastic place to go at any time, offering something for everyone. You can find Kelly's ice cream, Foxtail coffee, various drinks, and food. The happy hour is a great deal, and the craft cocktails are very creative.
- ice creamThe food was great! My partner and I indulged in some ice cream, which was some of the best we've ever had. We will definitely be back!
- coffeegot a coffee at the Foxtail, said it was good.
- FoodEverything tasted amazing!
- Foxtail coffeeThey have Foxtail coffee available
- Kelly's ice creamIt's a fantastic place to go at any time, offering something for everyone. You can find Kelly's ice cream, Foxtail coffee, various drinks, and food. The happy hour is a great deal, and the craft cocktails are very creative.
- burgerEnjoyed a nice old fashioned and a burger. Yummy
- chicken sandwichI found it to be potentially the best spot in Central Florida. The atmosphere is young and modern, and the food was excellent, especially the chicken sandwich with the butter biscuits. The waiters were chill, and I appreciated that I could dine on their patio or go next door to Kelly's for ice cream.
- craft cocktailsthe craft cocktails are very creative
Frequently criticized
- foodThey offer a decent selection of local beers and interesting cocktails, which were enjoyable. However, on both of my visits, the food was really over salted. Furthermore, the service on my last visit was so poor that I left much earlier than I intended.
- menuThe menu was a little boring and pretty basic.
- ranchTheir ranch doesn’t taste like ranch
- baconWedge didn’t come with bacon
- beerBeer was mediocre
- brussel sproutsThey no longer have the brussel sprouts
- burgerthe burger is more kids meal size
- calamariThey no longer have the calamari
- cheese platterCheese platter was Parmesan block cut 3 different ways
- chicken sandwichTheir chicken sandwich was strange- zero sauce.
If youre craving delicious Smashburgers, excellent ice cream, or creative craft cocktails, this place is definitely worth a try. Just be aware that some dishes might have smaller portions or occasional seasoning issues. Overall, its a good bet for a satisfying meal.
Service (5.4 out of 10)
mentioned by 64% of the guests
It seems the service here is quite the mixed bag, based on 107 customer remarks. Many guests raved about the friendly staff, great service, and genuine hospitality, with servers often described as attentive, helpful, and knowledgeable on the menu. There were 52 positive remarks highlighting the good experiences, from quick service to courteous staff.
However, the experience isnt always smooth sailing. With a score of 5.4 and customer satisfaction at 48.6%, its clear there's room for improvement. About 54 negative remarks pointed to issues like slow service, long waiting times, feeling ignored, and concerns about the place being understaffed.
Service
107
Reviews
48%
Satisfaction
54
negative
1
neutral
52
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Friendly, attentive staff
- Great hospitality
- Knowledgeable servers
What people don't like
- Slow service
- Customers ignored
- Understaffed issues
Often praised
- serviceIt's a great place with four fantastic companies and a great vibe under one roof. The service was great; everything came out quickly and accurately, with a heaping helping of friendliness. The Smashburgers are delicious, you can't go wrong with one of those.
- staffthe bartender and other staff were friendly and helpful
- ServiceService:4
- serversthe servers, the atmosphere, and the food are all truly on-point!
- waiterour waiter was incredible; attentive, friendly, and quick with recommendations.
- Good serviceGood service and refreshing atmosphere
- JulyI had a great time here, with great people and great service. July was very attentive and sweet, and the manager was super accommodating to me and my dog, which means the world to me. If you want good food and a good atmosphere, you should definitely check this place out.
- attention to detailWe hosted a private event at Milkhouse and were absolutely blown away by the food, service, hospitality, and attention to detail. Our guests raved about it all weekend long!
- bartenderthe bartender was very nice
- bartendersChase & Rachel are incredible bartenders
Frequently criticized
- serviceMy experience at this restaurant was marked by inattentive service and a disappointing food quality. We sat ourselves and waited 20 minutes for someone to take our order, and then they never came back. The cheese platter was essentially a block of Parmesan cut three different ways, accompanied by Publix provolone slices cut in half.
- waiting timeMy experience at this restaurant was marked by inattentive service and a disappointing food quality. We sat ourselves and waited 20 minutes for someone to take our order, and then they never came back. The cheese platter was essentially a block of Parmesan cut three different ways, accompanied by Publix provolone slices cut in half.
- staffThey are either hiding, on their phones, or talking amongst themselves, showing no desire to help. The place itself is lovely, but the staff is just awful. Doing their job well or helping customers first seems like a chore.
- understaffedthey seem pretty understaffed
- bar servicethe service wasn't what we expected especially at a bar
- bar staffBar staff ignored us
- bartenderthe bartender could not have been less welcoming or friendly
- blatant targeting of staffthe main concern of the visit this evening was the blatant targeting of staff
- checked onnot a single person was checked on.
- cleanupAfter another 10 minutes, our drinks arrived, tasting watery and with a borderline perfume flavor. Thirty minutes later, with no water refills, no recommendations, and no cleanup, we observed the waitress flirting with another patron while we were still waiting for a chance to order entrees.
If youre looking for a place with potentially great hospitality and friendly faces, you might find it here. However, be prepared for the possibility of slow service or feeling overlooked, especially during busy times. Its a bit of a gamble, so manage your expectations.
Ambience (7.6 out of 10)
mentioned by 63% of the guests
The ambiance here generally hits the mark, with a 7.6 score indicating a good experience for many. Customers are quite pleased, showing 80.6% satisfaction. Out of 93 comments, 75 were positive, praising the atmosphere, decor, and urban vibe.
Many also appreciate the family-friendly and dog-friendly aspects, along with the overall cleanliness and playlist contributing to a great vibe. However, not everything is perfect. Some guests found the seats uncomfortable, and parking can be a challenge, with several mentioning its hard to find.
There were also a few remarks about dirty tables or bathrooms, and occasionally a loud atmosphere or private event' without signage detracting from the experience. These points, though fewer, are worth noting.
Ambience
93
Reviews
80%
Satisfaction
15
negative
3
neutral
75
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Great vibe, decor
- Family, dog friendly
- Clean, well-designed
What people don't like
- Parking can be tough
- Loud atmosphere
- Uncomfortable seating
Often praised
- atmosphereMy experience at the restaurant was very positive. I loved the atmosphere and found the drinks to be excellent. The happy hour drink and food specials were also very good!
- decorMy experience at this restaurant was fantastic! The place is incredibly clean and thoughtfully decorated, creating a wonderful atmosphere. I had the turkey club, which was possibly the best sandwich I've ever had, perfectly complemented by a huge kale salad.
- energyThanks! It's super for coming to recharge, with good energy and great food and drinks.
- parkingParking options:Free parking lot
- parking spaceParking space:Plenty of parking
- placeThe place is lovely
- AtmosphereAtmosphere:5
- Milk District pub crawlgreat place to start a milk district pub crawl
- ambianceGreat ambiance to catch up with a friend
- ambienceThe ambience and the courteous staff makes this place low-key
Frequently criticized
- atmosphereMy experience at this restaurant was that it's a nice place, but it was busy, with slow service and a loud atmosphere. This might not be the same experience as others at other than lunch time, but.
- ParkingParking is a bit limited.
- bathroomno soap or paper towels in the bathroom
- ice cream counterit was definitely confusing because when you walk inside there’s a separate ice cream counter
- locationits location makes it very hard to find parking
- no signagehaving a private event which had no signage
- parkingThe shallot dip was delicious and I enjoyed the burger. Spending over 15 minutes to find parking as the lot was full and the nearby street parking was full and there were lots of tow away zones turns me off from returning unless at a much earlier hour on a random weekday.
- placeThe place was a bit noisy
- private eventtold to leave because they have a private event
- seatsthe seats are uncomfortable
If youre seeking a lively, well-designed spot with a good vibe and dont mind a potential hunt for parking, this place is definitely worth checking out. It's great for casual hangouts or even business meetings, but be aware it can get noisy, and seating comfort might vary.
Value (6.9 out of 10)
mentioned by 13% of the guests
When it comes to value, many customers are quite pleased, often highlighting the value price and feeling its "worth the money. " The happy hour and "great deals" are frequently praised, with 8 positive remarks out of 14 total. Diners often find the prices reasonable, especially considering the quality, making for some happy wallets.
However, not everyone is convinced, as the overall customer satisfaction is a 57.1% (mixed), despite a decent score of 6.9 (good). Some feel the "prices" are a bit too high, or that the quality doesnt quite justify them. With 5 negative comments, there's also a sentiment that prices keep going up, and some wish for cheaper options elsewhere.
Value
14
Reviews
57%
Satisfaction
5
negative
1
neutral
8
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Great happy hour
- Worth the money
- Reasonable prices
What people don't like
- Prices too high
- Quality not justified
- Prices keep rising
Often praised
- PricesPrices were totally fair for the quality
- happy hourhappy hour 4:00-7:00! Great deals and drinks!
- Happy Hour menugreat Happy Hour menu M-F 4-7
- great dealsGreat deals and drinks!
- value priceincredible value price: $10
- worth the moneyDefinitely worth the đź’°
Frequently criticized
- pricesthe quality did not justify the prices.
- cheaperthere is a wider variety else where for cheaper
If youre looking for great deals, especially during happy hour, youll likely find good value here. However, be mindful that some feel the regular prices are a bit steep, so it might not be the best fit if you're on a very tight budget outside of those special times.
How are the prices at Milkhouse?
On average, you’ll spend around $23 per person – from 77 guests. That puts the restaurant in the $21–$30 category. For an American Restaurant, that’s mid-range, maybe slightly above.
Looking at the spending habits, most diners are comfortably in the $11–$30 range, showing a good mix of mid-range options with a few budget-friendly and slightly higher-end choices sprinkled in.
Here’s a quick look at what guests spend per person, based on the latest 77 reviews.
A look at how this restaurant’s value stacks up against similar spots in Orlando.
We think the pricing feels quite fair for an American Restaurant, offering good value for a mid-range experience.
Customer Reviews: what people think about Milkhouse
Price per Person
- $11–$20
Visit Type
- Food Exploration
Group Type
- Couple
Group Size
- Couple
Service Type
- Dine-in
Wait Time
- Immediate (0–5 min.)
Noise Level
- Quiet
9
Loved the energy and ice cream!
Our first time here, and we absolutely loved the energy! It was lovely and still family friendly. The food was great!
My partner and I indulged in some ice cream, which was some of the best we've ever had. We will definitely be back!
- energy9
- family friendly8
- food9
Visit Type
- Casual Outing
Service Type
- Dine-in
2
Discouraging Private Event Policy
My experience at the restaurant was very discouraging. I walked in expecting to have a good time, but was immediately told to leave because of a private event. There was no signage to indicate this, which made the situation even more frustrating.
The business should fix this by adding clear signage for private events.
- private event2
- no signage1
Price per Person
- $11–$20
Visit Type
- Casual Outing
Service Type
- Dine-in
Meal Type
- Dinner
Wait Time
- Immediate (0–5 min.)
9
Absolutely Great Experience!
My experience at the restaurant was absolutely great. From the quality of food to the live music, I couldn't have been any happier. The food was fresh, the service was friendly, and overall, it was an A+ experience.
- quality of food9
- live music9
- food9
Price per Person
- $11–$20
Visit Type
- Food Exploration
Group Type
- Couple
Group Size
- Couple
Service Type
- Dine-in
Meal Type
- Lunch
9
Delicious Honey Butter Biscuit and Smash Burger
We visited for lunch today. My husband had the Simple Man smash burger and I ordered the honey butter biscuit and onion dip with a half kale salad. The honey butter biscuit was delicious, perfectly sweet and salty, and slightly grilled.
The onion dip was served with house-made ranch chips and was delicious, creamy, and rich, though I wished for more onions. My husband loved the marinated tomatoes on his sandwich. My kale apple salad was balanced and a great addition to the appetizers.
We would definitely visit again.
- Simple Man smash burger8
- honey butter biscuit10
- onion dip7
Price per Person
- $11–$20
Visit Type
- Food Exploration
Group Type
- Couple
Group Size
- Couple
Service Type
- Dine-in
Meal Type
- Lunch
Noise Level
- Moderate
8
Great Food, Refreshing Drinks, Mixed Service
We decided to check out The Milkhouse after seeing it featured on TV. It's conveniently located near the Winter Garden area. We visited on a Monday around 1 pm and found it wasn't too busy, so we opted to sit outside due to the gorgeous weather.
Initially, we were unsure about the ordering process, but a friendly young lady informed us we could order from the bar and they would serve us outside. The burger was amazing and the beer choices were refreshing. We also enjoyed playing adult Connect Four, which added to the fun.
Later, we moved inside to sit at the bar for more drinks. Unfortunately, the gentleman at the bar was not very talkative nor attentive; he was engaged with another customer and didn't offer us another drink. We had to flag down a young lady to get our bill.
While the food was great and the drinks were refreshing, the bar service didn't meet our expectations. The atmosphere was chill, and we'll definitely return for their events, hoping for improved bar service.
- burger10
- beer choices8
- atmosphere9
- gentleman at the bar3
- bar service4
What Milkhouse offers
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Tourists
- Groups
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- High chairs
Popular for
- Dinner
- Lunch
- Breakfast
- Solo dining
Amenities
- Restroom
- Bar onsite
Offerings
- Late-night food
- Hard liquor
- Happy hour drinks
- Quick bite
- Wine
- Coffee
- Beer
- Small plates
- Cocktails
- Alcohol
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Table service
- Dessert
- Dinner
- Seating
- Lunch
Service Options
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
- Delivery
Parking
- Free street parking
- Free parking lot
- Usually plenty of parking
Atmosphere
- Cozy
- Casual
- Trendy
FAQs
What dining options and offerings can you expect at Orlando Milkhouse?
At Orlando Milkhouse, you can enjoy a variety of dining options throughout the day, including breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner with comfortable seating. They also offer late-night food, small plates, and a selection of happy hour drinks. You’ll find coffee, wine, beer, hard liquor, and cocktails available to complement your meal.
What's the atmosphere like and what services are available at Orlando Milkhouse?
You’ll find a cozy, casual, and trendy atmosphere at Orlando Milkhouse, perfect for relaxing. Service options include convenient takeout, dine-in, and delivery, plus lovely outdoor seating. Parking is usually plentiful with free street parking and a free parking lot. The venue is also fully wheelchair accessible, ensuring comfort for all guests.
How does Milkhouse generally rate with customers?
Milkhouse holds a Restaurant Score of 7.1 and a Customer Satisfaction of 70.7%. Guests particularly appreciate the Food (7.7) and Ambience (7.6), while Value (6.9) is average and Service (5.4) shows room for improvement.
What do customers enjoy most about Milkhouse?
Many customers praise the delicious food, including creative craft cocktails and quality ice cream. The inviting atmosphere and good happy hour deals are also frequently mentioned positives.
Are there any common issues at Milkhouse?
Some guests have reported inconsistent service, including long waiting times and inattentive staff. Parking can also be a challenge, and the environment can sometimes be loud.