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1921 Mount Dora

4.7
4.7
2296 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
1921 Mount Dora is an award-winning restaurant in Mount Dora, Florida. We are allied with the famed Modernism Museum across the street from the restaurant. The menu reflects a forward thinking look at the bounty of ingredients and culinary traditions that surround us. Our unique location in the heart of Florida has strong influences from the diverse cuisines of Southern Florida as well as Southern traditions from Northern Florida. Mount Dora is surrounded by numerous outstanding farms just minutes away and is equidistant from our Gulf and Atlantic coasts, so we have access to some of the best produce, meat, and seafood Florida has to offer.

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2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 12 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary American, Seafood, Steakhouse

  • Hours of Operation

    Lunch Fri–Sun 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 4:30 pm–8:30 pm Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sun 4:30 pm–6:30 pm

  • Phone number

    (352) 385-1921

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress Code

    Smart Casual

  • Executive Chef

    Christopher Edwards

  • Catering

    Please contact us at info@1921mountdora.com. We would love to find out how we can fit your needs for your next event!

  • Private party facilities

    We have a wide range of options for private events/group dining. Please contact the restaurant!

  • Neighbourhood

    Mount Dora

  • Cross Street

    Baker Street/4th Avenue

  • Parking Details

    Street Parking

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 2,296 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Orlando

    Contemporary American

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  1. JeffL

    Orlando

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall2food4service1ambience3
    Perhaps the restaurant was just having a bad night, but we had a very disappointing experience. The food was pretty good, but the service was really bad. And the restaurant wasn’t crowded. So no real excuse for such poor service.
  2. OpenTable Diner

    Miami - Dade

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall3food3service5ambience4
    I had the Dora Grand Slam for brunch. The eggs were good, but sausage was dry and not tasty. Disappointed with food for the price. Service and atmosphere great.
  3. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    This is one of the most creative menus in Mount Dora. Each dish had multiple flavor elements and was visually attractive. Artful ambience and classy feel! This is a treat for a romantic date night, family celebration or if you are just looking for an artisan pizza or a fancy burger…
  4. BarbaraG

    Naples

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulous food. If you like scallops you will love their chef’s version. Slightly sweet with a very slight hint of fennel. Red snapper and lamb shank were equally delicious. Our waiter, Mason was wonderful as well.
  5. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    OMG - wonderful dinner in a museum like setting … the food is beautifully served and delicious!!
  6. MikeM

    Jacksonville

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were seated in a part of the restaurant that was not in the same room as the bar which was nice because the noise level was much lower and I could easily carry on a conversation with the wife with no problem. The waiter was fabulous (the wife's words). He answered all of our questions and made valuable recommendations since my wife was gluten free. The food was very good. I was eyeing the 20 layer chocolate cake for desert but I asked our waiter about several of the deserts. I told him that I had had the cheesecake last time and wanted to try something different. He said that the cheese cake was his favorite but if you were in the mood for chocolate, the cake wasn't bad. He was right. It wasn't bad but I do regret not getting the cheesecake. The cheesecake made with goat's milk was the best I had ever had. We will be back.
  7. LeeW

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Every small town deserves one or two restaurants that are above ordinary, bordering on extraordinary. This is one in Mt. Dora! It was a lively evening celebrating friends & a 50th anniversary! The food, wine, presentation & service was exceptional.
  8. TheCrazyCElt

    Orlando

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of the best meals I have had in years. Everything was spot on.
  9. PaulG

    Orlando

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    It was Mother's Day, so the restaurant was packed. Despite this, our dining experience was outstanding. Our meals included the Grilled Mahi w/ Risotto and Shrimp, the Chicken Confit (2x) and the Mount Dora Grand Slam. Each was expertly prepared, and more than satisfactory for the Foodies in our party. Our server was friendly and very professiona. I highly recommend 1921.
  10. MattWallyB

    Orlando

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food, drinks, and service were fantastic and top shelf.
  11. EdwinaC

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was exactly the Mother's Day experience I wanted to give my mother. I am very grateful to the host, server,and bartender who were so amazing to my family on such a special occasion.
  12. WalterD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious eclectic food. Very good and professional service. Beautiful restaurant. All the details has been taken care, distance between tables, silverware, dishes, tables, chairs. Very nice. Even though is a little bit overpriced I'll go back.
  13. LP2023

    Orlando

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    Mother's day brunch wasn't very good. Only one breakfast menu item was available - the Grand Slam. We wanted the eggs in a different way and they refused to make that change (only scrambled eggs were offered). In general the salt level of the food was very high. But, the atmosphere, cleanliness of the restaurant was very good.
  14. DeweyH

    Tampa

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is a restaurant that excels in service, quality food and an appropriately priced wine list. We loved the decor and our food was done as described and ordered. Don’t miss this restaurant if you are going to Mt. Dora.
  15. James

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall3food4service3ambience4
    I appreciate what they’re trying to do; they just didn’t pull it off very well. The menu is inventive and we love that it is locally sourced. The presentation was nice but the food itself was middle of the road….there really shouldn’t be grit in the scallops and the salad shouldn’t be soaked in the dressing. Liked the throwback Parker Rolls but they charged way too much for them. Nice glass of wine for a reasonable price. The rooms were nice with interesting paintings and wall decorations but it was fairly noisy where we were. Our server was reasonably polite and helpful but mostly he seemed bored. All in all, not bad but not as good as we had hoped.
  16. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    5 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    The food is too expensive for what you get. We always get hamburgers because it is the cheapest food on the menu. Your steaks are too expensive and will never get one again. We ordered one the last time when we were there and it as below a normal grade and paid a lot of money for it.
  17. SMoj

    Miami - Dade

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went to 1921 to celebrate Mother’s Day. We had a fantastic experience! Spencer took excellent care of us and the food was delicious. It’s not easy to please my Mother in Law and she loved everything! We will definitely come back soon.
  18. OpenTable Diner

    West Palm Beach

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food and service. We sat outside and so enjoyed our experience!
  19. NickL

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great Service, Mason was awesome. I had the French Dip that was probably the best I ever had. My wife could not say enough about the Mahi and Grits. This will be a regular stop for lunch!
  20. BentleyBoy

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience3
    The Menu served did not match the one posted online. It was scaled down. The Service was, indeed, excellent. This restaurant seems preoccupied with 'fancy names' for a Standard dish served beautifully but, available at several other fine dining establishments for much less. In the end ''Wrecked Fish" is fish, Buttery Scallops are scallops and Pork Loin is just that. A glass of beer at $9 and Pinot at a half glass to match, leaves you wonder if you're just paying for 'the Ambience & handsome Presentation? My party was/ is into actual Antiques so, the faux Modern atmosphere was pleasant but, did not distract from the noise level..... not as impressive as they must think. Mount Dora suffers for really great restaurants, such are found in other towns in Fla., such as, Jupiter & Boca Raton. So, it's hard to justify returning here, at a final tab over $200 for 3 w/ tip.
  21. GlennR

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    Awesome Brunch. I would recommend to anyone. We will go back.
  22. HenryG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As much as we would like to keep this great restaurant a hidden gem, we have to sing some praises for the food and service we had tonight! The food was amazing, and even our special advance request for a sugar free dessert option was honored and prepared…and it was a delicious ending to an amazing meal. Thank you again!!
  23. OpenTable Diner

    Jacksonville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Such a special dinning experience… everything we have ordered was out of the world delicious and unique! We absolutely recommend this this restaurant. Literally every plate was fresh, well balanced and incredibly delicious! Our host was very professional as well. We will definitely come back.
  24. MindyB

    West Palm Beach

    31 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was amazing
  25. PaulY

    Philadelphia

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always enjoy coming to the restaurant. Food is the best
  26. Kevketch

    Orlando

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service was excellent and the food was delicious! Beat burger. Ever had was the Wagyu burger! The oysters were fresh and delicious, the pizza was crisp and tasty! The wife had lamb shank and she said it was the best she ever had. The bourbon flight was great ( maybe a bit pricey) but worth it we shared a crème brûlée and it was on point as was the espresso- overall an exceptional experience and would return everyday ! Well worth the trip and the restaurant is beautiful and artfully appointed! A must visit/must eat!
  27. GlennS

    Orlando

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We had a very enjoyable dinner at 1921 last night. The starters were a lovely variety of options. I tried the corn and blue crab soup. It was absolutely delicious. Smoot ad creamy with a lovely combination of flavors. The other starter we tried. Was the hush puppies. They were a wonderful treat. The entrees were simply wonderful. The scallops were cooked to perfection, the halibut was absolutely perfect as was the sauce that accompanied it. The lamb shank and the beef short ribs papparalle were sublime. The cocktail and wine list is very well thought out.With fun and interesting creations that were very cool. Dessert choices were lovely and very yummy. A perfect complement to the meal. The only problem we had was the noise level made it difficult to hear at the table. Otherwise it was a wonderful evening.
  28. Mktexperience

    Orlando

    29 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always enjoy the experience we get dining here at 1921. Our favorite waiter Mason always treats us like we are his only guests even when he has six or more tables under his care. He is a big part of why we like dining here. Had the veal shank fantastic the halibut was exceptional that my wife ate. Both recommended by Mason. Try the Black Dahlia.its fantastic!!
  29. mgrover12

    Orlando

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing service from Corey- awesome recommendations. Everything was great. We had the hush puppies and pizza for appetizers and lamb shank, chicken breast & the short rib pasta for entrees. Absolutely delicious food. I would really recommend the hush puppies and the lamb shank. You’ll be glad you did
  30. MechelleC

    Tampa

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The atmosphere is fantastic. Our waiter Chelsea was exceptional. The food was incredible. Highly recommend 1921 can’t wait to return!
  31. KellyR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Artisan cheeses for entree, very tasty! Big slices of toasted sourdough bread! Two kinds of sauces paired well! I had the scallops, perfect! Also had the lamb shank, very rich in flavor! I made reservations on line which was super convenient.
  32. Homer

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food , atmosphere and service were great. Dessert was wonderful. Highly recommend it.
  33. lacomida

    Orlando

    107 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    107 reviews

    Dined on April 26, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Love this restaurant. Service was fantastic. We sat in bar area. I really enjoyed the pecan popcorn, savory more sweet. I think drizzled with some kind of fat to make it tasty. The buffalo chicken dip was satisfactory. I have had much better. We enjoyed pate and the cheese board. Cocktails are great!
  34. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Once for Dinner and once for Brunch, both times impeccable service and well composed menus. A dining delight from start to finish.
  35. summer

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    2.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall2food1service3ambience3
    Past experience led us to love this restaurant. Now we will not return. the main courses we’re served too soon and not tasty. So sorry.
  36. AndyS

    Orlando

    11 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    We love 1921. Their menu is always interesting, service is always fantastic.
  37. Larry

    Tampa

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were offered a bar high top when we arrived and decided to sit there. Our server was outstanding. We ordered the special hush puppies as an appetizer and they were very filling and VERY delicious! The Italian red wine on happy hour was delicious as well. The Wagyu burger also was delicious. They knew it was my birthday (Open Table?) and we had a happy birthday menu and a complimentary pudding dessert. Loved the experience and will definitely dine here when back in town.
  38. Al4wintersun

    Orlando

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful appetizers! Delicious and fresh-tasting creative meal. Fantastic desert. Very enjoyable atmosphere and service right on cue!
  39. RobinM

    Central Coast

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Excellent meal. Drinks were good and the Martini outstanding. Food was very good, but my sirloin steak, ordered rare came medium rare. Dessert of Tiramisu was great and the espresso generous. Great waiter.
  40. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Limited menu and service was a little slow but very nice restaurant with delicious menu items

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

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

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

1921 Mount Dora offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (352) 385-1921.

1921 Mount Dora is rated 4.7 stars by 2296 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.


Booked 12 times today
Google Map for 1921 Mount Dora

142 E 4th Ave, Mount Dora, FL 32757

Additional information

  • Cross Street

    Baker Street/4th Avenue

  • Neighbourhood

    Mount Dora

  • Hours of Operation

    Lunch Fri–Sun 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 4:30 pm–8:30 pm Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sun 4:30 pm–6:30 pm

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary American, Seafood, Steakhouse

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress Code

    Smart Casual

  • Parking Details

    Street Parking

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive Chef

    Christopher Edwards

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (352) 385-1921

  • Catering

    Please contact us at info@1921mountdora.com. We would love to find out how we can fit your needs for your next event!

  • Private party facilities

    We have a wide range of options for private events/group dining. Please contact the restaurant!

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