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Deadwords Brewing will close at the end of April

The brewery cited 'immense challenges' including 'the slow implementation of the Parramore Main Street development program'

By McKenna Schueler

Mar 6, 2024

Orlando's Deadwords Brewing, which only recently celebrated its two-year anniversary, is reportedly closing next month after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in October. Founded by former Darden Restaurants attorney David Satterfield and industry veteran Luke Pridgeon, the brewery at 23 N. Orange Blossom Trail announced Wednesday that the brewery would permanently close its doors on April 27, according to WFTV...

Deadwords Brewing will close at the end of April

Alfie’s HiFi Lounge moving into the old St. Matthew Tavern space in Mills 50

Vinyl listening bar with a ’70s vibe is slated to open by the end of April

By Faiyaz Kara
Mar 1, 2024
Orlando restaurants and bars to visit for National Margarita Day

When life gives you limes…

By Alexandra Sullivan
Feb 22, 2024
New immersive sports bar Stadium Club now open at Caribe Royale Orlando

Go from watching the game to feeling like you're on the field

By Sarah Harwell
Jan 26, 2024
Mills 50 and Milk District businesses forge an 'Ale-liance' to mark Orlando Beer Week

Bottoms up

By Matthew Moyer
Jan 23, 2024
Orlando gaming bar Cloak and Blaster is closing

Rising rents and pandemic slowdown were cited as reasons

By Matthew Moyer
Jan 3, 2024
Imbibe the holiday 'spirits' at seasonal pop-up Miracle on Orange at Winter Park's Courtesy Bar

Red noses all around!

By Grayson Keglovic
Dec 4, 2023
Sip holly-jolly cocktails at the Courtesy Bar; rock some brews at a watch party for KISS' final concert, and more

Upcoming wine, cocktail and beer events around Orlando

By Faiyaz Kara
Dec 1, 2023
New absinthe bar Death in the Afternoon soft opens in Orlando this week

'Your friendly neighborhood absinthe house'

By Chloe Greenberg
Nov 10, 2023
Orlando Beer Festival returns to the Milk District this November

The homegrown fall tradition brings brews, local food, games and more

By Chloe Greenberg
Oct 20, 2023
Winter Park outpost of the Imperial closes

Owner claims they’ll reopen on Park Ave eventually, but for now they’re retrenching in the Ivanhood

By Jessica Bryce Young
Oct 16, 2023
‘Nightmare on Orange’ Halloween pop-up to take over Courtesy Bar in October

‘I never drink wi … oh what the hell!’ commented Dracula.

By Matthew Moyer
Sep 25, 2023
Drink deeply of 'Halloween Forever' this weekend courtesy Mythk and Prometheus Esoterica

'It's pumpkinninny!"

By McKenna Schueler
Aug 23, 2023
Downtown Orlando bar Saddle Up announces a closing date again, this time in September

This might be the end for the Fireball shots, for real

By Matthew Moyer
Aug 11, 2023
Against All Odds Beer Festival marks Hourglass Brewing’s anniversary

It’s indoors, don’t fret

By McKenna Schueler
Aug 9, 2023
Zymarium Meadery to finally open this month on Mills Avenue

Raise a glass, flagon, horn, whatever on Aug. 19

By Matthew Moyer
Aug 4, 2023
‘Nevermore!’ cries your liver when the Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy rolls into Orlando in September

The pop-up promises Poe-centric readings and cocktails

By Matthew Moyer
Jul 18, 2023
Orlando Pride partners with local bars for new Pride Pub Program watch parties

Watch parties and beer specials are coming Orlando’s way

By Bellanee Plaza
Jul 12, 2023
Orlando's only post-apocalyptic-themed bar, Vault 5421, celebrates a birthday

Come in your most dystopian finery and get a free shot

By Bellanee Plaza
Jul 12, 2023
Orlando bar Shots to host Wild West-themed Barbie celebration next weekend

This Barbie is drunk

By Chloe Greenberg
Jul 11, 2023
Downtown bar Saddle Up to stay open, at least a little longer

Let the Fireball shots continue

By Chloe Greenberg
Jun 30, 2023

Dispensary Directory

Trulieve Orlando

4544 N. Orange Blossom Trail

One Plant Orlando

134 Fernwood Blvd.

Ivanhoe Village

Fluent Cannabis Dispensary

1901 N. Orange Ave.

CannaMD Metrowest Medical Marijuana Doctors

2295 S. Hiawassee Road, Suite 104

Winter Park Area

AYR Cannabis Dispensary Winter Park

7390 Aloma Ave.

Woodstock Medicinal Doctors of Florida

6965 Piazza Grande Ave., Suite 208

Trulieve Orlando South

9521 S. Orange Blossom Trail

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The 25 most popular Orlando restaurants right now, according to Yelp

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5. Morimoto Asia
1600 E. Buena Vista Drive, Lake Buena Vista
"The place is pricy! I'll just start with that. The food is so so good though.
For drinks I got the 'Kyuri & Spicy.' This drink was AMAZING! The spice comes from the ginger, so it's a sharp spice, but it doesn't linger. The cucumber comes to the rescue and gives of a well deserved cooling effect. The drink is very balanced.
Husband started with the 'Soto' Sake. VERY good! Light and refreshing! A bit dangerous because he could drink it in two gulps, it was that good. So be aware! The sakes here are incredibly smooth." – Chelsea R.

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Pom Pom's Teahouse & Sandwicheria
67 N. Bumby Ave., Orlando
This beloved local sandwich salon features themed gourmet sandwiches and unique salads, with an entire menu under $15. Go crazy with one of their beefier pressed sandwiches like the Big Daddy's Triple Decker, keep it light with The Cobb or indulge your sweet tooth with a Colossal PB&J. Late-night hours on the weekend.

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Mid Drive Dive
2401 Edgewater Drive, Orlando
Mid Drive Dive is described as a midcentury-inspired restaurant and bar serving American classics. The concept comes from the longtime tenants at East End Market Matt Hinckley (Hinckley's Fancy Meats) and Jacob Zepf (The Neighbors, Freehand Goods). The menu features American classic snacks, salads, sandwiches and mains. At the bar, guests can dive into simple yet crafty cocktails, plus staple beers and wines.

All the bites, brews and smiling faces we saw at Brunch in the Park 2024

Brunch in the Park 2024 took over Lake Eola Park Saturday, April 13 with endless snacks, sips and smiles from attendees. The…

By Orlando Weekly Staff

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