August 29, 2013 | Posted in:Dining out, Happy Hours
I popped into the new Marlow’s Tavern, Winter Park location shortly after it opened in June. The space is divided between a spacious dining room, inside bar and enclosed patio and bar area. I’ve enjoyed the main dining room with a meal and the outdoor patio area with drinks and appetizers. Both are great options!
Enjoying live music in the enclosed patio. Roof+AC means summertime heat and storms in Florida cannot interfere with a fun Happy Hour ambiance!
The service is friendly and the food is prepared well. For meals, Hubby has enjoyed the burger and the steak sandwich, I’ve enjoyed the Shrimp and Grits and a Grilled Salmon Caesar salad. The chefs on the grill make tasty work of their stations. The flame grilled salmon and burger both had a nice smokey char that imparted a great savory flavor.
Drinks from the bar often have some type of unique twist- the signature margarita has a ginger zip added to the freshly squeezed lime juice and agave. Very refreshing on a hot Florida day. The Grapefruit Ricky is made with freshly squeezed Pink Grapefruit juice and gin. If craft beers are more your calling, they are rotated through the taps. On our most recent visit Orange Blossom Pilsner, a popular local craft beer, was what Hubby ordered.
Marlow’s Ginger Margarita- refreshing and great flavor!
If you are a fan of kicking back with an appetizer and a few beverages after work, consider ordering the JT’s kettle chips, one of the flatbreads that rotate out each week or the Firecracker Shrimp. Asparagus Fries and the Shrimp & Crab nachos are also great options to feed a hungry group.
Shrimp & Crab Nacho Plate- Rock Shrimp, Crab, Pepper Jack Cheese, and Fresh Jalapeño
Firecracker Shrimp- Crispy Tempura Shrimp with a Cracklin’ Spicy Sauce and Sweet Chili Sauce
Asparagus Fries- Crispy Thin Asparagus with Tarragon, Citrus Aioli
JT’s Kettle Chips – Crispy Potato Chips Crowned with Gorgonzola Cheese, Bacon, Roma Tomato and Scallions
Live music can be enjoyed Thursday through Sunday, while played live on the enclosed patio the music is piped through the restaurant and bar. On the evenings we’ve been in the performers were so enjoyable that sometimes couldn’t discern when the musician went on break and the satellite radio took over. Though Marlow’s Tavern has just opened, they already have exciting news. September 2013 will being the addition of Brunch, we are looking forward to full details in the near future.
Happy Hour is 3-6 pm daily
1008 S. Orlando Avenue (17-92)
Winter Park, FL 32789
Hours of Operation
Sun -Thu: 11:30am – 11pm
Fri – Sat: 11:30am – 12am
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Lisa Wilk
Hello, I'm Lisa Wilk! I'm a freelance food, wine and travel writer, photographer and presenter based out of Orlando, FL. While covering local restaurants and food events in the #1 tourist destination in the US, I find endless cooking inspiration when dining out. You'll often find me in the kitchen putting my own spin on those elevated chef creations to enjoy at home and when entertaining. I have a love and enthusiasm for wine, wine education and wine pairing. Find me about town teaching and demystifying wine as part of the popular @TheTastyTrio in the popular Wine, Cheese and Chocolate Perfectly Paired program series I've co-developed. Taste, Cook and Sip along with me on Twitter and Instagram at @TasteCookSip and @WineChix! Cheers!
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