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Dexter's - Lake Mary, Lake Mary, FL

Dexter's - Lake Mary

4.2
4.2
388 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American
Founded in 1984 Dexter's is a local and established contemporary American-Fare restaurant where you can enjoy great food and live entertainment. Our executive chef, Rich Kutza, has mastered creating and preparing dishes that are not only fresh, but locally sourced. Enjoy the wine from our unique, extensive collection by the glass or bottle or choose one of the crafted cocktails from our full bar. Dexter's is known for excellent food and service including our award winning Saturday and Sunday brunch with bottomless mimosas. From a simple build-your-own sandwich to a carefully prepared entree, everything is made fresh. Choose from the main menu or from the daily cafe menu that features seasonal ingredients. The cafe menu and wine lists change so often that you'll always find something new and different to enjoy!

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 p.m.


Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary American, Café, International

  • Hours of Operation

    Mon–Wed 11:00 am–8:00 pm Thu, Fri 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–7:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (407) 805-3090

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress Code

    Business Casual

  • Executive Chef

    Rich Kutza

  • Catering

    With advance notice, we can cater anything that we offer on our menus plus anything in particular you may want in regards to food and beverage. If your office or event is in the Lake Mary, Heathrow, Maitland and Sanford area, we will deliver. For more information please contact the restaurant.

  • Private party facilities

    We offer everything from Wedding Rehearsal Dinners, Baby Showers, Bridal Showers, Corporate Parties/Event meeting space and much more. Our large Semi-private area in the main dining can hold up to 75 people. We can also provide set menus for food and beverage for your event and help design your perfect day. Contact us for more information.

  • Neighbourhood

    Lake Mary

  • Cross Street

    Townpark Ave

  • Parking Details

    Public Lot

  • Entertainment

    Wednesday night: Live solo artist from 6-9PMThursday night: Ladies night with live DJ from 9:30 to 1:30 Friday night: Live band from 9:30 to 1:30amSaturday night: Live band from 9:30 to 1:30am

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 388 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Orlando / Central Florida East

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Orlando

    Neighbourhood gem

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  1. HeatherB

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall1food2service1ambience1
    Bottomless mimosas were not an option because they didn’t have enough champagne according to the bartender. Also very bitter and dry mimosas - I tried the peach, pineapple, mango and raspberry. Somehow the raspberry one was the best. Not sweet at all. Food was pretty good, probably the only thing the place has going for it.
  2. RichP

    Orlando

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience3
    Went for Mothers Day brunch. Service was good but food was nothing special and served cold. Mimosa selection was very nice however. Super loud in the restaurant. No way to carry on a conversation. Won't go again on a special occasion.
  3. ChristaN

    Columbus

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Jude was amazing and the food and mimosas were amazing on Mother’s day .
  4. DanielF

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    This was my first time at Dexter's brunch. I though the food took too long and was not hot. However, I do understand that it was Mother's Day and very crowded. I intend to give the brunch another shot because I like the restaurant.
  5. SusanF

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Casual restaurant with great food and service. Parking is a bit of a challenge due to the nearby movie theater. Looking forward to coming back for the live music and dancing!
  6. TheRev

    Orlando

    39 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Dexter's is always consistent. I prefer a place with a limited menu but you know everything on there will be good. Personal favorite for lunch is French Dip.
  7. JB2023

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience1
    The band was way too loud for that small of an establishment! Couldn’t hold a conversation with someone right next to you! The French Dip was way too salty! Not very impressed.
  8. PatriciaW

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience3
    Food was outstanding except the dessert. Chocolate cake was disappointing. They were out of the filet special. The server was not attentive although the restaurant did not seem busy.
  9. ElenaB

    Phoenix

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 1, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience4
    The service was very good, but unfortunately, there were many items on the menu that were not available.
  10. MichaelW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The band Papa Wheelee was amazing. We had around 18 total in our party and we will definitely be back.
  11. OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall2food1service2ambience4
    Everything we tried to order they were out of. Before we ordered the waitress should have said something. Burger was burnt
  12. ARodgers

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall2food2service1ambience1
    Slow service, cold food and no one around who cared. Plus the place was filthy.
  13. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service, food and music was great! A fun time. We will return.
  14. Rich

    Orlando

    11 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on April 11, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience2
    Went for lunch. Would suggest some deeper cleaning of the facility. But overall the experience was good.
  15. AlexisM

    Orlando

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience2
    Booked reservations 2 weeks out. The hostess wanted us to seat 5 people in a 4 top. The food was less than to be desired & the noise level was high due to unruly Preston’s at brunch. We won’t be back to celebrate much of anything there again.
  16. MaureenB

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Have eaten at Dexter's a number of times, never disappointed
  17. Zehra

    Orlando

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, great service, and great ambiance. We went for Saturday brunch- eggs Benedict and a burger. Both dishes were delicious but the music that took us down memory lane made it a great experience.
  18. DaveC

    Orlando

    19 reviews

    3.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on March 26, 2023

    overall3food4service1ambience4
    Let’s assume it must of been an off night for Dexters. It took 20 mins to get a round of water and place our wine order. Sooner or later the wine was delivered. So we said can we at least place a quick order for the cha-cha chips while we look over the menus. The chips come out and looked like they were pulled from another table that finished and served them to us. Just ridiculous the few chips and looked like the bottom of the barrel. Totally unacceptable! Needless to say it took forever to place our order for food. I could go on and on, but to sum it up … 2 hours at Dexter for dinner seems a bit excessive!!! Crazy! I’m really hoping it was just an off night as I will try them again. The old saying 3 strikes your out.
  19. AdamK

    Orlando

    20 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    overall2food1service2ambience1
    Dexters is really just a bar food menu. I have a gluten allergy and nearly all restaurants can accommodate it, not Dexters. The server seemed irritated when is asked about gluten in food items and after a bit of debate she went back to ask the kitchen about one dish. No interest in showing me what was safe to eat. I gave up and did the best I could. Also my teen son would not eat the cheeseburger he ordered because he said it tasted funny. He never complains about a cheeseburger. This is my second time going and both experiences were the same. Horrible menu considering all of the other nice restaurants around it in the same plaza. Beware of an empty restaurant on a Friday evening!
  20. DaveC

    Orlando

    19 reviews

    4.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on March 20, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Always consistent, good quality, and nice outdoor atmosphere.
  21. DanielleR

    Dallas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Completely forgot that I made reservations on St. Patrick’s Day - but the ambience and energy was great! It was a fun night with live music and delicious food! Service was excellent even with a packed restaurant.
  22. Lucy

    Orlando

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Great location and great service! We came during brunch and there were great options. We ordered the breakfast bowl, blackened chicken and shrimp salad, kid’s chicken & cheese quesadilla, 2 buffalo chicken sandwiches (which was stated by my cousin the best one he’s had so far), Colby cheeseburger, and an omelette. Manager was also helping out on this day & was very friendly, even shared the history of Dexters with us.
  23. Katb

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    We reserved a table, but the place was near empty. Service was attentive and quick. Cheeseburger and burrito with chicken were very filling and tasty.
  24. DavidG

    Orlando

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    This was our first visit and we were not disappointed. First, the service was excellent. The uptown French dip sandwich with truffle fries was exceptional. And the Smith Salmon salad was delicious - light but surprisingly filling. All in all, we will definitely make Dexters one of our favorites!
  25. PattyP

    Sacramento

    10 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on March 7, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience3
    The Tuna salad appetizer was good but the seafood burrito was just average. Our waiter wasn't on it even though he assured us he was. Forgot to bring extra sauce and slow on refilling our drinks.
  26. OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Reservation made through app. Had to add that we wanted seating near the band and that was done. Called to say we were going to be 15 minutes late and that was accepted. Table ready when we got there. Server was very nice. Refilled water glasses readily. Wonderful meal. Filet was tender and cooked just right. Salmon was also excellent. Both expensive and worth every penny. Wanted to taste wine before ordering a bottle which was no problem and tasted very complimentary to both meals. (Broadside cab) Went to see Sound Theory and they were great, too! Wonderful evening/experience all around.
  27. MariB

    Orlando

    29 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Brunch, lunch or dinner Dexter's is the place to dine. Great food, service and entertainment makes this place a must visit.
  28. KathyC

    Orlando

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience3
    The food was great and our server was very attentive and warm to our group. My only issue is I had reserved for a high top table and that was not offered. I should have spoken up but I did not.
  29. JeremiahR

    Orlando

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    Took my girlfriend here for Valentine's Day dinner. I made us reservations and when we arrived our table was ready with a nice electronic candle in the middle. They had a special Valentine's Day menu aswell as their normal menu items avaliable. We ordered drinks, I had the Espresso Martini and she had the Strawberry Mojito. Both drinks were delicious. We ordered the Brussel Sprouts Caprese for an appetizer and it was quite unique and delicious. We both ordered our meals from the Valentine's menu. I ordered the Cajun Seasoned Ribeye(med rare) with Shrimp and she ordered the Fillet(med rare) with Mushroom Glaze. My steak was cooked perfectly and everything was delicious. Her steak came to the table Black and Blue, pretty much still raw in the center. We let our waiter know and he was quick to rectify the situation. After around 10 minutes our waiter brought out a new steak for her. It was cooked how she wanted this time. The ambiance was great, the noise level wasn't bad, the food was delicious even with the temperature mistake, and we will definitely be back to dine again.
  30. StephenC

    Orlando

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 4, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    You can ignore my ratings. I was unable to attend on Saturday, February 4, 2023 as I was not feeling well.
  31. lmfoodsnob

    Orlando

    101 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    101 reviews

    Dined on February 1, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience4
    The service was excellent. The food was a split rating; the Buffalo Chicken sandwich was a 5 (excellent), the Cheeseburger was a 1 (poor). The Cheeseburger was requested to be served Medium; it was actually served Well Done, fried and dried actually.
  32. Awesome

    Key West

    25 reviews

    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on January 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Awesome crab cakes Benedict
  33. CEWalk

    Orlando

    49 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    49 reviews

    Dined on January 9, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    Casual atmosphere with delicious food and a nice variety of menu items to fit different appetites and tastes!
  34. Ferg19

    Orlando

    15 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on January 7, 2023

    overall3food2service2ambience2
    Food continues to be sub par since Covid. They are struggling to hang on to this location. The bar is the only thing that seems to people coming back. Service I isn’t great either. Dexters once was THE place to be for fun, food and drinks in Lake Mary. It’s just not good anymore.
  35. Semred

    Naples

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Server and food were great!
  36. SherriC

    Orlando

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was an enjoyable experience. I haven’t been there for a long time and decided to have their Sunday brunch. Was excellent, server was friendly and attentive.
  37. NicholasT

    Indiana

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 29, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Food was fantastic! Live, acoustic music added a nice ambiance & wasn't too loud that u couldn't hold a conversation. Great experience!
  38. CaroleR

    San Francisco

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 21, 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience3
    The Dexters special sandwich was delicious and the service was good but the noise level made it difficult to carry on a conversation.
  39. SandraG

    Western NC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 19, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We had a very nice lunch and when we arrived we were taken to a table right away. The food was good and our waiter was excellent. We will definately go back!
  40. NICETOEATOUT

    Orlando

    47 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    47 reviews

    Dined on December 12, 2022

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    They completely changed my salad. Small portion. High price. Sub par service.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Surfaces sanitised between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Dexter's - Lake Mary does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates. Dexter's - Lake Mary also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (407) 805-3090.

Dexter's - Lake Mary is rated 4.2 stars by 388 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 p.m.


Google Map for Dexter's - Lake Mary

1145 Town Park Ave, #1201, Lake Mary, FL 32746

Additional information

  • Cross Street

    Townpark Ave

  • Neighbourhood

    Lake Mary

  • Hours of Operation

    Mon–Wed 11:00 am–8:00 pm Thu, Fri 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–7:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary American, Café, International

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress Code

    Business Casual

  • Parking Details

    Public Lot

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive Chef

    Rich Kutza

  • Entertainment

    Wednesday night: Live solo artist from 6-9PMThursday night: Ladies night with live DJ from 9:30 to 1:30 Friday night: Live band from 9:30 to 1:30amSaturday night: Live band from 9:30 to 1:30am

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (407) 805-3090

  • Catering

    With advance notice, we can cater anything that we offer on our menus plus anything in particular you may want in regards to food and beverage. If your office or event is in the Lake Mary, Heathrow, Maitland and Sanford area, we will deliver. For more information please contact the restaurant.

  • Private party facilities

    We offer everything from Wedding Rehearsal Dinners, Baby Showers, Bridal Showers, Corporate Parties/Event meeting space and much more. Our large Semi-private area in the main dining can hold up to 75 people. We can also provide set menus for food and beverage for your event and help design your perfect day. Contact us for more information.

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