The Best Bars for Foodies in Orlando

by The OpenTable Team

Updated February 26, 2020

Orlando, Florida has grown into America’s capital of fun. The city houses several of the most popular theme park destinations in the entire world: Walt Disney World, Universal Studios Orlando, and Islands of Adventure. With such a focus on entertainment, it comes as no surprise, that this central Florida city has also become a hotspot for great bars and clubs. Orlando cocktail and nightlife destinations provide a great time for locals and visitors alike—especially when the theme parks close for the night. With countless bars in Orlando, how do visitors know which one to pick? Start by checking out our Tastemaker List. If you're looking for a spot to ensure an unforgettable night to cap off long days in the Fun Capital of America, check out our list of the best bars in Orlando.

Raglan Road Irish Pub

4.7

4.7 (12166)

$30 and under

Irish

Lake Buena Vista

About the restaurant

Visitors can feel like they traveled across the pond without leaving Orlando when they go to Raglan Road. It is an authentic Irish pub located in Disney Springs. Raglan Road has a host of beer on tap as well as a menu of authentic Irish dishes. Head there to taste items like bangers and mash, shepherd’s pie, and cider salmon. One of the standout features of Raglan Road is that it regularly features Irish entertainment. So diners can see musicians, dancers, and singers while they eat and drink. There’s a reason that the bar feels so authentic: its parts come completely from Ireland. The Irish spirit is unmistakable in the dark wood of the bar and tables and the warm, welcoming hospitality of the staff. Raglan Road is a good option for delicious food, great beer, and entertainment while dining.

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Katrina

Dined 1 day ago

Amazing experience! Great food, friendly staff, excellent music and performances from the dancers and band. We will be back next time we’re in town!

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Señor Frog's - Orlando

4.2

4.2 (1043)

$30 and under

Mexican

I Drive / Sand Lake

About the restaurant

Señor Frog's is fun at every location. But the Orlando outpost is particularly entertaining. This is thanks to the spirited nature of the Central Florida theme park town. Señor Frog's is on International Drive, right in the heart of Orlando’s theme park and shopping mecca. The bar has a menu of Tex-Mex food for people who want to dine while they party. It also has an entire selection of margaritas for visitors who choose tequila as their go-to drink. This is a bar where people come to party, so it may be a good one to leave the kids home for. Come for a night that can extend into the wee hours of the morning, and a bar where strong drinks and dancing are the highlights.

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Javier

Dined on Aug 20, 2024

Not a place you want to go for a quiet time but the vibes were very entertaining and energetic. I would highly recommend the ahi ahi tacos. And the queso !

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3.9

3.9 (9721)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Lake Buena Vista

About the restaurant

Anyone looking for a bar that’s as much about the food as it is about the beverages? Head to STK, an upscale steakhouse that offers unforgettable fare in a nightclub setting. Visitors come here for a range of reasons: the outstanding menu, the impressive wine selection, and the distinctly upscale lounge feel. Order a porterhouse and frites or get a pinot noir and sit back, relax, and unwind. STK is in Disney Springs, and the restaurant has two stories with a rooftop deck. Some nights, a DJ spins tunes for a dance party. For an upscale vibe paired with late-night partying, this is one of the best bars in Orlando.

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Christinevip

Dined 7 days ago

Highly recommend the happy hour! Drink and food specials are a tremendous value and delicious. Food portions are tapas size and are $6 -$10. Go early and try a few!

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Hard Rock Cafe - Orlando

4.4

4.4 (5048)

$30 and under

American

I Drive / Sand Lake

About the restaurant

The Hard Rock Café is a staple across America. The location in Orlando is particularly fun because it is gigantic. It is jam-packed with memorabilia, and it offers regular live music in addition to a menu of delicious bites and beverages. The food menu here has bar classics like burgers and fries. The drink menu is distinctly Caribbean leaning (fitting for the Florida location). It has drinks like a Bahama Mama, a Rum Punch, and a Passion Fruit Mai Tai. Hard Rock in Orlando is at Universal City Walk. This means that visitors with tickets to either Universal Park can take a break from the rides and come to Hard Rock to refuel with food. Or, they can de-stress from long lines with a cold one. The concert schedule here is also impressive, attracting world-class names like: Elvis Costello, Elton John, Glenn Frey, TLC, and more. This makes it one of the best bars in Orlando to hear live music.

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Kerry

Dined 3 days ago

Our server Justin was amazing and really made our experience fun!

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House of Blues Restaurant & Bar - Orlando

4.5

4.5 (4314)

$30 and under

American

Lake Buena Vista

About the restaurant

Another one of the best bars in Orlando for live entertainment is the House of Blues. House of Blue is in Disney Springs, and it is also an excellent spot for dining, drinking, and taking in live music. House of Blues also attracts world-class acts of a variety of musical genres, like Andy Grammer, Taking Back Sunday, and Coheed and Cambria. House of Blues has a distinct nightclub feel. While families are welcome to dine here, it’s best for the members of the group who can enjoy the music and the dark, sultry vibe of the venue. House of Blues Orlando is also famous for their gospel brunch. This happens every Sunday and features incredible gospel music and warm, comforting morning meals.

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Amyvip

Dined 4 days ago

Food was outstanding! Service was phenomenal. Thank you, Nicole for the tips for the show following dinner! We will be back again!!

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4.4

4.4 (3565)

$31 to $50

American

Lake Buena Vista

About the restaurant

Another one of the best bars in Orlando is in Disney Springs: The Edison. This 1920s-themed eatery and bar is a draw for diners and drinkers who want entertainment while they imbibe. The atmosphere inside the Edison is impressive and eye-catching: it is industrial gothic. This means it pairs soaring archways and dark, cavernous spaces with hard metallic accents. The Edison has a full menu of mocktails, as well as elaborate cocktails. So this is as great a spot for families and non-drinkers as it is for those who like an adult beverage.

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Sharon

Dined 6 days ago

Our server(Emily) was courteous. Really enjoyed the drinks and selection of food.

Sugar Factory - Orlando

3.4

3.4 (7540)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

I Drive / Sand Lake

About the restaurant

Sugar Factory is a trendy upscale drinking and dining joint on International Drive with a fun twist: it is also a candy store. Come dine in this bistro-like setting, then enjoy a sweet sugary drink to match with a meal. Cocktails here elaborate. Some examples include drinks like the Watermelon Patch: vodka, fresh watermelon, fresh lemon, citrus soda, and a mountain of gummy sour watermelon slices. There is also the Drake: black whiskey, peach puree, sweet tea with sour peaches, and strawberry lemonade cotton candy. This bar has one more twist that makes it even more unique: the specialty cocktails are the creations of celebrities.

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heather

Dined on Aug 31, 2024

Awesome experience Nallely is awesome the girls were so excited

Cafe Murano

4.6

4.6 (1316)

$30 and under

Italian

Altamonte Springs

About the restaurant

One of the best bars in Orlando that provides both indoor and outdoor dining and drinking space is Café Murano. This Mediterranean-themed eatery is technically in Altamonte Springs. Nightly, they serve up an Italian menu alongside an impressive array of cocktails and wine options. Café Murano is as popular for its atmosphere as it is for its drinks, so come here to feel like dinner is really a vacation on the Mediterranean Sea.

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Patriciavip

Dined 3 days ago

Best chicken parm I’ve ever had. As always meatball appetizer was outstanding.

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Wine Bar George - A Restaurant & Bar

4.8

4.8 (3948)

$30 and under

American

Lake Buena Vista

About the restaurant

Another one of the best bars in Orlando for wine drinkers is Wine Bar George. This Disney Springs destination staffs a Master Sommelier to help pick out an unbeatable collection of wines. Come here to order a bottle for the table or to have a glass paired with some of the bar’s delicious eats. The food menu includes options like mac and cheese bites, grilled octopus salad, chicken skewers, and a cheese board. They have heartier meals served family-style, including skirt steak and chicken, so diners can have a heavier meal while they imbibe.

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DR WILLIAMvip

Dined on Sep 2, 2024

Second visit here this past Labor Day for lunch and it was just as great as the first time. Unfortunately unable to take pics (again) because my toddler was preoccupied with my phone, but the Steak Frites with caramelized onion aioli was amazing! The New Zealand Lamb chops were also fantastic (black garlic purée was A+). Couldn’t stay that long so only had a glass of Jansz (Brut Rosé) and Caposaldo (Prosecco) but will be back again to sample more of the extensive wine list. Shout out to Ann, Mike, and Kyle!

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3.7

3.7 (323)

$30 and under

European

Downtown Orlando

About the restaurant

Visitors who love nightclubs will consider Ember to be one of the best bars in the area. This venue has dance parties nearly every night. While there, guests can order strong cocktails while they get down to whoever is spinning tunes the night they visit. Ember serves lunch and dinner, in addition to wine, beer, and cocktails. Ember only welcomes guests older than 21 after 9 pm, and it is in the College Park neighborhood of town.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on May 12, 2024

Everything went very well even with the rain. I do feel like it took a long time to refill the food when it ran out. Also I found it weird to have no meat options for the omelet station. Everyone wanted some type of meat in their omelet, but that wasn’t an option. But overall everything was good. However, there was a lady allowed in with a small dog she carried in. While I could understand her being allowed if it was regular dining, but it was a buffet. I did not get anymore food after I saw her walk in. She was holding her dog in her arms, and then allowed to get food. That is disgusting and should not be allowed. Also there was no hand sanitizer at the buffet station. Just some things that should be adjusted. I did not want any food after that lady came in carrying her dog. Thank you.

David's Club - Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate

4.3

4.3 (772)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Champions Gate

About the restaurant

For a true sports bar, check out David’s Club at the Omni Resort at ChampionsGate. This dark, wooden bar with lots of TVs is great for any sports fan who wants to see their favorite team play while away from home. The bar has beer, wine, and cocktails, and it features snacks, but no full food menu, so come here for a drink before or after the main event of the night.

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Kimberly

Dined 6 days ago

My mother and I are staying at the hotel and needed a dinner option nearby and we were absolutely blown away by dinner at David’s Club last night. We did the Magical Dining menu and felt like every item was wonderful- from the French Onion soup, to the DC Chicken, to the Biscoff Crumble Cake. Our server, Manny, was attentive and such a delight. We also very much appreciated visiting with the manager who stopped by to check in; we talked “soup” and he even brought us tasters of that day’s “soup of the day” (I would definitely order the soup here every visit!). So glad we stopped in; this was truly a gem of a hotel restaurant.

Earls Kitchen + Bar - Mall at Millenia

4.4

4.4 (1538)

$31 to $50

American

Downtown Orlando

About the restaurant

Located at the Mall at Millennia is one of Orlando’s best bars for delicious cocktails in a laid, back trendy setting. Earls offers upscale food, a cozy atmosphere styled with mid-century faux wood décor, and a whole host of cocktails and happy hour specials. Come to Earls for a Pan Asian- and Latino-inspired menu of eats like a Spicy Tuna Roll, Korean Hot Wings, Guacamole and Hawaiian Coconut shrimp. Then stay for drinks like the Black Tea Peach Sour: Forty Creek Canadian whiskey, black tea, peach, fresh lemon, and aromatic bitters. Or, you can try Sangria served with berries, peaches, and pomegranate.

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Jackvip

Dined on Aug 29, 2024

I was there recently with my family and I had some notes on the loud Music. Well, I went back this week with my business partners at my recommendation and it was amazing. the Music was lowered and atmosphere, ambiance was very relaxing. Easy to have a conversation and be comfortable. Love the place.

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