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Thornton Park’s newest themed pop-up bar kicks off soccer season

The Final Whistle is open through March 31

by Mia Schaeperkoetter February 16, 2026February 16, 2026

The Final Whistle is open in Thornton Park now, as Orlando City SC and Orlando Pride gear up for their season kickoffs.

Music

The Corner brings new live and local music showcase ChemLab to downtown Orlando

And it looks to summon up the freewheeling vibes of Tanqueray’s

by Sarah Kinbar February 11, 2026February 11, 2026

Faded Kingdom

Tactical Brewing hosts Faded Kingdom Fest to close out Orlando Beer Week

Over 70 breweries will be on site

by Juanita Olarte January 29, 2026January 29, 2026

Music

Sideward Sabbath offers local metal and brews to spare on Sunday

Vol. VII, to be exact

by Matthew Moyer January 21, 2026January 21, 2026

Downtown Orlando’s Broken Strings Brewery is not closed

They closed, then they reopened, but that old story had staying power

by Orlando Weekly Staff January 7, 2026January 7, 2026

News

Tanqueray’s to close New Year’s Eve with farewell events

Tanqueray’s would have reached 37 years in downtown next March

by Chloe Greenberg December 22, 2025December 22, 2025

Walter’s Tavern is open in the Packing District; Dapper Duck Bar has closed downtown

Clarice Lam joins Kaya staff, and more Orlando restaurant news

by Faiyaz Kara December 4, 2025December 4, 2025

Bar Kada, the sake and small-plate lounge from Michael Collantes, has closed

‘It’s been a hard concept from the start. We tried our best to keep it going’

by Faiyaz Kara December 1, 2025December 1, 2025

Photos: Gnarly Barley hosted a Malört cocktail competition

Bartenders both local and from lands afar travelled to the restaurant to show off their ’tending and drinking skills.

by Orlando Weekly Staff November 26, 2025November 26, 2025

Redlight Redlight stages ‘No ICE in Beer’ fundraiser and party this week

Proceeds go to Florida Immigrant Coalition

by McKenna Schueler November 13, 2025November 13, 2025

Pomelo, by Top Chef winner Hung Huynh, will get Mills 50 juiced for the flavors of Southeast Asia

“I’m not going to hold back.”

by Faiyaz Kara November 7, 2025November 7, 2025

Holiday bar takeovers Miracle on Orange and Sippin’ Santa are coming back to Orlando

“Say, what’s in this drink?”

by Emmy Bailey and Matthew Moyer November 7, 2025November 7, 2025

Outpost Neighborhood Tavern adds a bit of queer cheer to the sports bar experience

Coming out swinging

by Faiyaz Kara October 28, 2025October 30, 2025

Orlando bar and restaurant openings: Walter’s Tavern, Mamazzita Gastrobar, Jiang’s Kitchen, Dr. Drips and more

Plus a new West African food truck, a fourth all-halal taco spot and a new rotisserie chicken shop

by Faiyaz Kara October 24, 2025October 24, 2025

Orlando Beer Festival turns 10 next month bigger, bolder and buzzier than before

November is right around the corner, which means big brews and bubbles are headed to Orlando’s Milk District

by Orlando Weekly Staff October 3, 2025October 7, 2025

‘Nightmare on Orange’ Halloween pop-up is back at The Courtesy

As always, the takeover tradition is in high demand

by Azlyn Cato September 29, 2025September 29, 2025

Drinking + Bars

Still Lounge by Dre and Snoop opens next month at Live! at the Pointe Orlando

The Next Episode for Dre and Snoop? A gucci cocktail bar

by Faiyaz Kara September 24, 2025September 24, 2025

Music

Cat Ridgeway to play Orlando Beer Festival in November

More entertainment reveals to come

by Matthew Moyer September 19, 2025September 19, 2025

New North Quarter wine bar Sparrow gives you wings

Thanks to chef Wendy Lopez and beverage director Lorena Castro

by Faiyaz Kara September 17, 2025September 17, 2025

New wine bar Sparrow officially opens this week

It’s the latest venture from James Beard Award finalists Jason and Sue Chin

by Emmy Bailey September 9, 2025September 10, 2025