The Old Jailhouse Kitchen & Spirits

4.3
Very Good
1491 reviews
 $$$
(407) 548-6964   |   Visit Website

About

The Old Jailhouse Kitchen & Spirits in Sanford, Florida is a unique restaurant and bar. Originally built in 1891, this restored building offers its customers a casual American dining experience coupled with great cocktails and craft beers. Its interior contains jail cells, historic artifacts, and photographs to reminisce its former life as the county jail that housed over 500 prisoners. Enjoy the delectable comfort dishes and drinks with a unique historic feel.

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steve s.

Very interesting restaurant. Food, drinks and service was great. Check out the menu online. Happy hour 4 to 6.

Moss A.

A Unique Dining Experience Celebrating Success I recently had the pleasure of celebrating a positive business outcome with a colleague, and we decided to try our luck at this intriguing restaurant without a reservation. To our delight, we were promptly seated after only a 10-minute wait. The moment we walked in, we were captivated by the unique atmosphere of this restaurant, which is housed within a repurposed old jail. The beautiful, exposed brickwork added a touch of history and charm to the space, while the tasteful lighting created a warm and inviting ambiance. Eager to dive into the menu, we ordered two burgers - one accompanied by a refreshing salad, and the other served with a generous portion of crispy French fries. Both burgers were cooked to perfection, with juicy, tender patties that were expertly seasoned and layered with fresh, flavorful toppings. The salad was crisp and delicious, while the French fries were golden and crispy on the outside, with a fluffy interior that le

Keri

The overall atmosphere of the place is really unique. I loved all the exposed brick and original structure. The restaurant looks small but goes pretty far back and has outside seating as well. We stopped in for lunch and got some food off their lunch specials menu. It was pretty pricey. I got the chicken sandwich with fries, which while it was very tasty, was not fitting to the price. They were 2 small sliders with small pieces of chicken. The beer selection was really nice and they had a decent cocktail menu. I’d recommend going for dinner, as they have a lot more options.

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Business Hours

Sunday:
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Monday:
Closed
Tuesday:
4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday:
4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Thursday:
4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Friday:
4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Saturday:
12:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Location Map

113 S Palmetto Ave
Sanford, FL 32771

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