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The Old Jailhouse, Sanford, FL

The Old Jailhouse

4.5
4.5
613 Reviews
$30 and under
American
113 S Palmetto Ave, Sanford, FL 32771-1331

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 21 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Innovative
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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Fri 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 1:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

What 613 people are saying

The Old Jailhouse reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Old Jailhouse offers a "unique setting" with historic charm and "fantastic" service. Guests rave about the "amazing" sweet potato gnocchi and "fabulous cocktails." While some experienced slow service, the "delicious" food and "accommodating" staff create a welcoming atmosphere. Popular dishes include steak mac and chicken gnocchi, ensuring a memorable dining experience.

613 Reviews
  1. Lee

    Orlando4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome place. Really good ambience for a romantic date.

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  2. Chris VIP

    Orlando20 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was great, the portion size of the mac and cheese is enormous, but I wish it had more steak and maybe a veggie included, otherwise the taste is fantastic. My wife's steak was cooked perfectly, and was tender enough for me to cut a piece with my butter knife.

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  3. Ashley

    Orlando1 review

    3.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was not good, waited 10 minutes at the table to be greeted, food took a long time and it was just okay

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  4. Matt VIP

    Coastal Georgia7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely love this place and the new changes to their menu are fantastic! The Sweet potato gnocchi is amazing!

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  5. Michael

    Orlando2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very nice dinner experience. Food was good, service was good, will go back to try more dishes!

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  6. Razvan

    Unspecified2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very good food and also the service was amazing. Nice experience

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  7. Erin

    Orlando1 review

    4.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was great and as expected. Standouts for appetizers were the pork belly and pretzels. The steak Mac had so many layers of flavor and was unctuous. The pork tenderloin was a bit too overcooked but still a great bite. Polenta cake that accompanied the poke was crispy on outside and creamy within. Lovely dinner.

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  8. Paul

    Tampa1 review

    3.0

    Dined on March 20, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food,but slow service,to the extent that our dining experience was not enjoyable.

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  9. Shane

    Tallahassee7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 20, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Varied menu and great tasting food. Drinks were good. Appetizers and entrees were presented well with little wait. Service was outstanding.

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  10. Jeff

    Orlando6 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 20, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    We were a party of 7, the service was incredibly slow. The appetizers we ordered were good but the meals were just average. Nice atmosphere

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 21 times today
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113 S Palmetto Ave, Sanford, FL 32771-1331

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Sanford
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Fri 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 1:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
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