ORLANDO ALE HOUSE

Health grade
B · 85/100
Seminole County rank
Safer than 30%
Diner rating
4.4 ★ · 4,609 reviews
Violations
1 high-priority, 1 intermediate, and 4 basic
Last inspected
Feb 2026

Its most recent inspection on February 20, 2026 cited 1 high-priority, 1 intermediate, and 4 basic violations. It currently ranks safer than 30% of Seminole County restaurants we grade. Diner rating: 4.4 from 4,609 reviews.

Trend: declining · B (85/100)

Get directions Call (407) 331-6611

Restaurant details

Health grade
B (85/100)
Violations
6 total — 1 high-priority, 1 intermediate, 4 basic
Address
477 E. ALTAMONTE DR., Altamonte Springs, FL
Cuisine
American
Categories
Restaurant, American restaurant, Bar, Brewpub, Chicken wings restaurant, Takeout Restaurant
Price
$10–20
Rating
4.4 stars (4609 reviews)
Seats
382
Phone
(407) 331-6611
Website
Official website
Photo of ORLANDO ALE HOUSE
Photo: Miller's Ale House

Community Rating

Reviews via Google
4.4 Community-sourced rating 4,609 reviews
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What diners say — our read

The direction of travel is downward across these 19 reviews. Reviewers who mention front-of-house rate this place 4.3 on average — it is working in the restaurant’s favour. After that, wait times appears most often — 26% of the corpus, averaging 4.2.

No one in this corpus comments on how food arrives at all. The single most common rating left here is 5 stars (12 of 19). 14 of 19 rated reviews are four stars or higher; 4 are two or lower.

On the health side, the most recent DBPR inspection returned a B (85/100) with 1 high-priority, 1 intermediate, and 4 basic violations — middling, much like the reviews. The visit behind that grade was February 20, 2026. Across its inspection history the kitchen is declining, which argues for reading the older reviews with caution. That puts it ahead of 30% of graded kitchens in Seminole County. For specifics, the last inspection cited nonfood-contact surfaces clean and plumbing installed & maintained.

Nothing here pulls in opposite directions — an unusually clean read. Full reviews follow below in the order they were left.

Our own analysis of 19 reviews for this restaurant, set against its Florida DBPR inspection record. How we calculate grades →

  • June 30, 2026

    Good food but I’m confused why there’s a sign outside that says “No Tank Tops”. I wear tank tops all of the time as I frequent the gym and I like to eat after my workout. I’ve never heard of a rule like that

  • June 22, 2026

    Disappointing Service – Great Food but Poor Hospitality. My family and I recently visited Miller’s Ale House in Altamonte Springs, and unfortunately, the service left a lot to be desired. Upon arrival, we were asked to wait 25 minutes, which was highly confusing given that at least 40% of the tables in the restaurant were completely empty. Once we were finally seated, it took another 20 minutes for our server to approach the table, greet us, and take our initial order. While the food itself did not disappoint and tasted as good as always, the level of hospitality has noticeably declined over the last two years. To make matters worse, we hadn't even finished eating when the check was dropped off at our table without anyone asking if we needed anything else. It is truly a shame because the kitchen does a great job, but the management needs to address the subpar service. We hope to see a return to the standard of hospitality they used to provide.

  • June 21, 2026

    Rich was a fantastic server! Wonderful service

  • June 21, 2026

    Miller's is a sports bar with good food. Reasonably priced. Never had a bad meal.

  • June 19, 2026

    Great experience with richhhhhh gave us great ideas on what to get the food was great

  • June 16, 2026

    I came in with my granddaughter after a movie thought we were going to have a nice dinner together of course the company was good but the experience and the food well it was let's say horrible. Customer service was awful the server Yasmin had no personality could care less that we were there. It wasn't even busy at all. I ordered one order of chicken quesadilla that we were going to share and I wanted a side Caesar salad to go with it and she said that the quesadilla wasn't an entree so I couldn't get a side salad I had to buy a $9 full-size salad which I didn't want to do. Then the manager came out he wouldn't override it or take care of it basically said that's the way it is. The quesadilla came out they were flat as Pancakes there was barely any ingredients inside felt like I was biting into tortilla shells. Never ever had a problem at Miller's Ale House in Winter Park I won't be going back to the Altamonte location

  • June 16, 2026

    Rich had some of the best customer service and took very good care of us. Definitely would go back and demand him as our server. Exceptional experience!!!

  • June 16, 2026

    Rich provided great service and a great attitude! Food was delicious!!!

  • June 14, 2026

    Came in for the knicks game and Rich was our waiter. Highly recommend he is kind, attentive, respectful. Our food came out fast. We will be coming back to see him again!

  • June 12, 2026

    We had chicken wings with jerk season and they had no taste

  • June 11, 2026

    Food was good,service could have been better

  • June 10, 2026

    When we go great customer service which i appreciate.

  • June 8, 2026

    Nice place to hang out with friends

  • June 7, 2026

    Our waitress was fantastic 🤩 Great atmosphere, and fine food ! We love going here when visiting the Altamonte Mall 😄

  • May 25, 2026

    Everytime I visit my brother in Orlando, we always stop there. I absolutely love t his place!

  • May 24, 2026

    Wanted to share my experience with Ale House. The Prime Burger is awesome. Was ACTUALLY cooked correctly for the very first time. (normally it's HAMMERED when I ask for mid rare). The Apopka location gets it right EVERY time..BUT and this is a HUGE BUT. I REFUSE to pay an added SURCHARGE for take out. That is OUTRAGEOUS!! We work hard for our money and I REFUSE to pay an extra $3-$4.00 for take out.. I guess that's why most of us in the neighborhood pass right by this place. Have mentioned Ale House to my neighbors and they feel the same way. (We live right off Palm Springs). Maybe you should rethink that..Just sayin... NOTE: Millers responds to all reviews but NO RESPONSE to my review... EXACTLY WHY ALL THE LOCAL NEIGHBORHOOD PEOPLE AVOID THIS PLACE!!!

  • May 24, 2026

    The staff and manager were extremely helpful. They let me know about a delayed wait time and acknowledge me and communicated with me and everything was good. I appreciate this.

  • May 23, 2026

    Adri served us and she was so sweet! One of the most attentive waitresses I’ve ever had.

  • May 19, 2026

    The food was absolutely delicious! Our server was Audrey and she was absolutely amazing! Quick service, she was very friendly, we definitely will be coming back and asking for her section!

Overall Score

57 / 100

  • Health inspection grade 30/40
    Grade B
  • Dietary transparency 7/20
    2 options listed
  • Community rating 18/20
    4.4★ average
  • Hidden-gem status 0/10
    Not flagged
  • Track record 2/10
    Declining, 0% clean

Composite score from health grade, dietary options, ratings, and inspection record — distinct from the state-derived health grade.

Opening hours

Monday
11 AM to 2 AM
Tuesday
11 AM to 2 AM
Wednesday
11 AM to 2 AM
Thursday
11 AM to 2 AM
Friday
11 AM to 2 AM
Saturday
11 AM to 2 AM
Sunday
11 AM to 12 AM

Inspection history

The following records are from Florida DBPR public inspection records, most recent first.

  1. February 20, 2026 · Routine - Food

    Call Back - Complied

    1 high-priority · 1 intermediate · 4 basic

    • 03 — Temperature control of foods (cold/hot holding, cooking, cooling, reheating) (×2)
    • 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
    • 29 — Plumbing installed & maintained; mop sink; backflow prevention
    • 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation (×2)
  2. January 29, 2026 · Routine - Food

    Warning Issued

    2 high-priority · 2 intermediate · 7 basic

    • 03 — Temperature control of foods (cold/hot holding, cooking, cooling, reheating) (×2)
    • 08 — Cross-contamination: raw foods separated; food protected during prep/storage
    • 21 — Wiping cloths; clean & soiled linens; laundry
    • 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
    • 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
    • 29 — Plumbing installed & maintained; mop sink; backflow prevention
    • 31 — Handwash sinks accessible; handwashing supplies & sign provided
    • 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation (×2)
    • 51 — Other conditions of sanitary & safe operation
  3. August 21, 2025 · Routine - Food

    Call Back - Complied

    0 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 1 basic

    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained
  4. August 18, 2025 · Routine - Food

    Warning Issued

    2 high-priority · 1 intermediate · 3 basic

    • 03 — Temperature control of foods (cold/hot holding, cooking, cooling, reheating)
    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained
    • 21 — Wiping cloths; clean & soiled linens; laundry
    • 29 — Plumbing installed & maintained; mop sink; backflow prevention
    • 31 — Handwash sinks accessible; handwashing supplies & sign provided
    • 35 — Insects/rodents/pests; outer openings protected against pests

Safer options nearby

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This grade is calculated by us from Florida DBPR public inspection records — Florida does not issue official grades. How we calculate it →

Data last updated: February 20, 2026