It's late, it's Friday, where do you go?

Mellow Mushroom
2015 Aloma Ave
Winter Park, FL 32792
(407) 657-7755

Overall
The restaurant was not spectacular in appearance when you walk in but the food was good, hot, and abundant in regards to portions. Not to mention both classic and unique options when it comes to pizza. A good option when you want late-night food and a drink in the Winter Park area.

Who’s Who
Dana Says: For a Friday night at 11pm, the place was pretty empty with more servers than patrons. My guess is that despite the availability of both bar-space and alcohol, the place isn’t known as a weekend hotspot. The general crowd tended to look like edgy college kids from local Rollins College.
Liz Says: Even though it was a Friday night (and a UCF football was the next day), the place was near deserted. We were one of the few tables along with several young, funky college kids. This place definitely looks like it would be a college hotspot when it does get busy.

Cost Factor
Dana Says: Depends on whether you consider a gourmet personal-pan sized pizza at $11 expensive. Although wine and beer were available, I was quite pleased with a reasonably priced hard apple cider option.
Liz Says: For a personal gourmet pizza and a pitcher of hard cider, my pocket was only $16 lighter. My tummy definitely thought it was worth it.

Atmosphere
Dana Says: The place was definitely going for the quirky look with a bit of grunge, not to be confused with dirty. It had a relaxed collegy-feel. Our server was super friendly, knowledgeable, and personable.
Liz Says: The environment was fun, casual, and easy going along with our server's personality. She was quirky, informative and very attentive to our needs (No waiting...Yay!).

Tastey
Dana Says: A gourmet pizza of pesto, feta, sun-dried tomatoes, and other various things was good. What was most outstanding I thought was the crust. Not being a pizza-crust kind of girl I usually avoid it. However, this crust was a lot like garlic cheesy bread that would have been good for dipping if given the option (hint, hint MM).
Liz Says: I had the gourmet white pizza consisting of aromatic garlic, flavorful sun dried tomatoes, and smothered with an abundance of different cheeses. And last but not least...the Parmesan crust (Yummy!)

Liquid Courage
Dana Says: We chose a pitcher of hard apple cider. Cold, crisp, and pretty good match for pizza when if you’re like me and not a big fan of beer. Reasonably priced at only about $4.50 per glass in the pitcher. Personally, I really appreciate a server that will tell you it’s cheaper to go by pitcher than by glass. Plus, how often does a non-beer-drinker ever get to order a pitcher anyway? There was a pretty extensive selection of unusal and seasonal beers, wines, and liquor.
Liz Says: Both of us being cider drinkers, we decided to go with the cheaper version and split a pitcher; however, if we were so inclined, there was a variety of beer, wine, and liquor to choose from. And had we been more observant, we would have noticed the martini special being offered that night. (Maybe next time)


Flirtability
Dana Says: I’d vote this an absolute zero in regards to available men (or women I suppose) or even the set up for mingling if you were so inclined.
Liz Says: I'd have to stay that I certainly wouldn't be looking for a date at the MM anytime soon. Keep looking ladies...and gents.

Funness
Dana Says: Wasn’t a super-fun place but it looks like it could be or wanted to be at one point. I did love the quirky food names like Kosmic Karma pizza and the play on the drug culture (um hello, mellow mushroom…no, totally not drug related at all. Right.).
Liz Says: Although it wasn't the place to be that night, there is certainly some potential. Being a laid back kinda place, it's perfect for a big, loud group of people. There are even a couple of televisions at the bar for those T.V. watchin types.

Insider Scoop Tidbits
Dana Says: If I’d have noticed before I ordered, I might have gone with their Friday night $3 martini special. Looks like there was patio seating too for once the weather cools down.
Liz Says: If you're looking for a quick slice of cheese pizza, go during the week not on the weekend (Can't order by the slice Friday, Saturday, or Sunday)