In our 2014 Annual Manual, we explore Orlando neighborhoods like the Mills 50 district, which we consider one of the coolest places to live, work and play. This gallery highlights the bars, cutting-edge restaurants and everything else that makes this district a real standout.

 

Dandelion Communitea Cafe for their vegan chili.via
The Strand for locally sourced food, prepared deliciously.
Noodles and Rice Cafe for the hot pot.
Cool local bars like Lil Indies, soon to be Daughters & Co.
Anh Hong for “No. 146” (fried tofu stir fried with lemongrass and chili.)via
Hawkers for Asian street food, off of the street.
Track Shack to keep your running style fresh.via
King Cajun Crawfish for the fresh crawfish, with lots of garlic.via
The Funky Monkey Wine Company for a fresh approach to wine.via
The Peacock Room for its always-changing art and eclectic live shows.via
Bananas: A Modern American Diner for chicken and waffles and the Sunday Gospel Brunch.via
The Cardboard Art Festival for cardboard creations of your wildest imagination.
The Black Sheep for all your needlework needs.via
Orlando Fit Body Boot Camp for people watching from Will’s patio (or, you know, for exercise).via
Thuyen Vien for simple, tasty food made by monks.
BART to get your craft beer and arcade game on.
Rise Above Tattoo for getting inked.via
Wally’s on Mills for the stiff (and cheap) drinks. via
Pho 88 for huge, high quality, low cost meals.via
Raphsodic Cooperative Company for sweet vegan treats.via
The Space for unique offerings like The Caress of Progress.
Sparkle Artisan Market for all sorts of handmade goodies.
Tako Cheena for the tastiest latenight grub.
Uncle Lou’s for unique shows in close quarters.
Dong-A Market for authentic Asian imports (and cheap produce!).
Snap! Space Gallery for intriguing exhibits.
The Zebra Coalition for their support of LGBT youth in Orlando.via
Ritzy Rags Wigs and More to become a whole new you. via
Colonial Photo & Hobby to get all your photography gear. via
The Orange Studio for being open to hosting unique events.via
The Center for their support of Orlando’s LGBT community. via
The Lunar New Year Festival for colorful cultural celebration.