Serendipity Brews — Restaurant in Mount Dora

I’ve been here twice. My first visit last year made me want to visit again this year. The drink menu and craft beer selection is dreamy. I got a coffee drink both visits. Yesterday I had the old fashioned cold brew (twice, lol.) it was really good. However, I don’t drink caffeine regularly and I really needed a boost to make the 3 he drive home and either the cold brew is exceptionally weak or it was decaf. This is odd considering the process for cold brew, and it typically has more caffeine than regular coffee. I did not get the cherry, I added milk, and no ice. I got carry out from the Indian restaurant next door, and we hung out for a couple of hours, and really enjoyed our visit before heading back to Sarasota.

The first visit, last summer, the owner was working and the customer service was great. Yesterday, the one girl that had ended her shift and was sitting at the bar was more helpful than the 2 girls behind the bar. The 2 girls behind the bar could use some training in customer service and professionalism, one more than the other. If I hadn’t finally asked for a menu, i prob would not have received one. Neither of the girls asked if we were ready to order, so I finally went to the bar. The girls were definitely preoccupied with their friends at the bar, but one finally asked if I’d like to order 🤦‍♀️ she constantly had her hands in her hair, and did not wash them prior to making my drink. A couple other things that bothered me were: 1. vaping was allowed at the bar (which is a very small space.) 2. The baristas were eating at the bar, and didn’t wash their hands/ sanitize prior to serving customers. Their priority def was not the random customers walking in or ppl at the tables. 3. They didn’t acknowledge anyone that came in, customers had to ask for service.

I would give this place a 5 star based on my first visit and the drink selection; however, the lack of customer attention and service the 2nd visit makes me want to give a 3 star- so I’m...

In yonder town where cobblestones align, Lies Serendipity, a gem so fine. Two maidens fair, Bethany and sweet Mera, Attend the bar, and craft each brew with care.

Upon the entrance, senses are aroused, By scents of beans, so skillfully espoused. Each sip, a journey, deep and rich, refined, A nectar brewed with love, a pure design.

Bethany, with grace, doth pour the first, Her hands a dance, no motion is rehearsed. A smile that warms the heart and calms the soul, She masters steam and froth, with full control.

And Mera, quick of wit and sharp of eye, Doth craft her potions 'neath the morning sky. Her laughter like a bell, doth fill the air, And in her presence, none can feel despair.

The tables set with care, the chairs aligned, Each corner whispers secrets, intertwined. The walls adorned with art both quaint and grand, A haven where both heart and mind expand.

Oh, Serendipity! Thy charm doth shine, A beacon in the night, a true divine. For those who seek a solace, calm and bright, Bethany and Mera, bring delight.

Their service, swift and kind, no fault can find, With hearts so pure and gentle, intertwined. So come ye weary souls, and take thy rest, At Serendipity, where coffee's blessed.

A place where every cup doth tell a tale, And each encounter, friendship doth unveil. So raise thy cup, and toast the morning sun, At Serendipity, where hearts are one.

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Cute little place and concept where you can get beer and coffee, if you’re lucky. Walked in today with the wife to get some coffee and check it out. The bartender/barista girl that was working was deep into a story about some sort of legal issues that she was going through and how she contacted Morgan and Morgan, etc (to the 3 people at the bar). That’s cool. No judgment whatsoever. However, she was so infatuated with her story that she did not greet us, so I walked out and sat at the little tables outside. My wife stood there for about another 90 seconds before she walked out. Said she never acknowledged her, even while walking out. Just moved down to the area and we were excited to try this place out. And we very well may try it again, but not any time soon.

In response to the owners question: while we don’t know the exact time, it was around 1pm, give or take. We had just finished having lunch at...