Audubon Park might be small, but it packs a big punch when it comes to recreation. There’s certainly more than a day’s worth of artisanal bakeries, fresh markets and craft bars to explore in this slice of Orlando. What we have here are 27 of the most essential Audubon Park restaurants and shops you should’ve tried by now.

Redlight Redlight 2810 Corrine Drive | 407-893-9832 Beer lovers of Orlando will feel more than relieved when they see the fridges at Redlight. This beer parlour just might have the biggest collection of craft brews in our city. Redlight always has local favorites like Cigar City on tap, but we recommend cooling off with a hefeweizen while it’s still hot out there. Photo via aladycrafter/Instagram
Skyebird 3201 Corrine Drive | 407-960-2861 Skyebird is your go-to for natural juices in Orlando. The Tropical Kale is a fan-favorite here and deliciously mixes kale, pineapple, cucumber and ginger. Their food menu is small, but worthwhile with the unique Mac ‘n Treez. Photo via blendjobs/Instagram
Farm & Haus 3201 Corrine Drive | 407-801-1698 This establishment specializes in farm-to-table, which is all the craze right now. Check out their chef-selected menu online, order away and let them do all the heavy lifting. Photo via farmhausorlando/Instagram
Houndstooth Sauce Company 3201 Corrine Drive | 678-873-0979 Houndstooth might not be a household name in Orlando, but it definitely holds its own. The black bean burger is already on point, but adding their white barbecue sauce and some pimiento cheese takes it to a whole new level. Photo via foodsteez/Instagram
Gideon’s Bakehouse 3201 Corrine Drive The owners of Gideon’s took a diary from 1898 filled with dessert recipes and gave it a modern touch up. What we have now are delicious concoctions like the candied walnut chocolate chip cookie and red velvet cheesecake. Not bad. Photo via gideonsbakehouse/Instagram
Park Avenue CDs 2916 Corrine Drive | 407-447-7275 Park Ave. CDs is more than just well-known in Orlando—it’s ingrained in our city’s DNA. If you can’t find that one record you have to own at this shop, then the fine folks working here will be more than happy to order it for you. Plus, there’s nothing better than just perusing through a good record collection. Photo via hausofpvm/Instagram
Sushi Lola’s 2902 Corrine Drive | 407-898-5652 Lola’s has mastered the art of Japanese sushi with delicious classics like the Hawaiian, Volcano and Dragon rolls. They keep things real fresh, though, with Korean dishes such as the bulgogi, a marinated beef served with kimchi. Photo via hideandgoeats/Instagram
Porch Therapy 99 Market 3201 Corrine Drive | 407-489-8973 Deep inside East End Market is the Porch Therapy, an always creative collection of pottery and plants. Many an Orlando homes has been decorated by the succulents here. There are so many unique knick knacks that it’s hard to buy just one thing. Photo via porchtherapy/Instagram
Bikes, Beans & Bordeaux 3022 Corrine Drive | 407-427-1440 The BBB makes some mean vegan grub in the Orlando area. They sling a “Healthy Cuban” called the Ivan that’s sure to fill you up for the day. BBB also whips up a frozen iced coffee that we certainly recommend because when is coffee never good? Photo via kaityblack/Instagram
Kelly’s Homemade Ice Cream 3114 Corrine Drive | 321-226-8685 Ice cream by itself is amazing, but when it’s crafted to perfection… well, let’s just say one pint is never enough. If you find yourself at Kelly’s you have to give the hot cocoa and marshmallow ice cream a try, but we also are partial to the blueberry wine sorbet when we’re looking to get turnt. Photo via kellyshomemadeicecream/Instagram
Blue Bird Bake Shop 3122 Corrine Drive | 407-228-3822 Blue Bird makes some of the lightest and fluffiest cupcakes Orlando has ever feasted on. The chocolate peanut butter cupcake is a must here, but we won’t tell anyone if you go all in on a salted caramel brownie, too. Photo via kerriceedee/Instagram
Fresh 24 2819 Corrine Drive | 407-278-8249 Fresh 24 is bringing you the cleanest, most delicious produce in all of Orlando. From peaches to squashes to sausages, they’ve got it all under the sun. Photo via kimsager/Instagram
Konbini 3201 Corrine Drive Konbini is the Japanese market that took over Kappo, the super popular sushi restaurant. Konbini provides just about any Japanese snack you could ever want like fried chicken and housemade ice cream. Photo via konbini-eem/Instagram
Local Roots Farm Store 3201 Corrine Drive | 407-790-7758 All your locally-grown produce needs are filled right here at Local Roots. They’ve got meat, eggs, honey, veggies, soap and so much more to make you feel super good about yourself and the environment. Photo via localrootsfarmstorecredibles.com
The Lovely Boutique Market 2906 Corrine Drive | 407-270-7729 There’s nothing quite like supporting local artists, and at the Lovely Boutique that’s exactly what they aim to do. Every trip to this cozy brick and mortar store will surely end in a unique purchase. Photo via greymoth/Instagram
Flower No. 5 1807 E. Winter Park Road | 407-960-5885 Floral arrangements are taken to a whole new level at Flower No. 5. Even if you don’t need a bouquet, it sure is nice to just take a minute and smell the roses. Photo via norman_yu/Instagram
O’Stromboli Gourmet Italian Eatery 1803 Winter Park Road | 407-647-3872 Not only is O’Stromboli a great name to say out-loud, but it’s got fantastic Italian dishes, too. You can surely trust the eggplant parmesan here. Just order the chicken piccata and act like you’re one of the family. Photo via Italian Eater/Yelp
Olde Hearth Bread Company 3201 Corrine Drive | 407-622-0822 Olde Hearth prides itself on being Orlando’s “original artisanal bakery” but it has a whole lot more than that going for it. Their tart game is above and beyond anyone else’s with the raspberry, guava and blueberry tart. Photo via oldehearthbread/Instagram
La Femme Du Fromage 3201 Corrine Drive | 407-571-9947 Take a quick trip to France at East End Market’s delectable La Femme Du Fromage. Like their brethren across the pond, they don’t play with the cheese game. One bite of the La Grande Fromage, a grilled cheese on garlic bread, and you’ll forget you’re in the City Beautiful for just a few minutes. Photo via picsbyberry/Instagram
P is for Pie Bake Shop 2806 Corrine Drive | 407-745-4743 There’s nothing quite like a pie baked from scratch. They’ve got curveballs like the Mexican hot chocolate pie mixed in with classics like the banana cream. P is for Pie only dishes out desserts on Fridays and Saturdays, so get ‘em while they’re hot. Photo via pisforpiebakeshop/Instagram
Palmer’s Garden & Goods 2611 Corrine Drive | 407-896-5951 The best plants in Orlando always come from Palmer’s Garden. Their indoor and outdoor flower, tree and shrub collection is sure to make your house shine. Plus, their modest garden on site is a very chill location to go hang out at. Photo via samuelpaul21/Instagram
Stardust Video & Coffee 1842 Winter Park Road | 407-623-3393 This Audubon coffee shop is an absolute staple. Whether you’re looking for a quick cup of coffee, a craft beer or just a place with WIFI, Stardust has your back. These hip kids also have a tendency to put on some real cool shows, too. Photo via seriouslyhallie/Instagram
Junior’s Diner 2920 Corrine Drive | 407-894-8871 It might not look like much, but Junior’s Diner packs a serious punch in the breakfast department. Sure, it’s the kind of stuff you can get anywhere like eggs, bacon, waffles and hashbrowns, but at Junior’s it’s all infused with major TLC. Photo via Susan B./Yelp
The Owl’s Attic 3106 Corrine Drive | 321-300-6957 The best vintage in Orlando is found at the Owl’s Attic. The duo behind this store spends their days looking for classic pieces from the ‘50s to ‘90s, so the people of Orlando can have just the slightest chance of being cool. Photo via The Owl’s Attic/Facebook
Lineage 3201 Corrine Drive | 407-205-8096 When Lineage came to town, the coffee game stepped way up. Their hot drinks like the flat white are smooth as can be, but the cold brews are king here. The vegan cold brew, made with almond milk and maple, is a must-try. Photo via thegirliswild/Instagram
Big Daddy’s 3001 Corrine Drive | 407-644-2844 A night at Big Daddy’s is a night to remember, if you can. The drinks are cheap, but hearty, and the karaoke is always a good time. They’ve got TVs and pool tables, so if you’re looking for somewhere to watch the game just head to Big Daddy’s. Photo via tobbbarsnacks/Instagram
Bookmark It 2906 Corrine Drive | 407-389-9870 Bookmark It is well-known for hosting Q&A’s with authors. If you’re looking for books by some of the areas’s best local authors, this is definitely the place to go. Photo via Bookmark It