Fall is finally here and, in Florida, with the dawn of autum comes that nip in the air that makes the weather perfect for enjoying a drink outdoors. You won’t sweat yourself to death, nor will your freeze your hands off while clutching your drink. Here are a few of our favorite places to drink al fresco in Orlando.
Sneak out to the patio at The Imperial at Washburn Imports for cozy seating and twinkly lights.Image via Imperial Wine BarThe best part of hanging out on Barley and Vine Biergarten’s outdoor patio is the free food (until it runs out) on Sundays.Photo by Ashley BelangerYou can access Hillstone’s glorious patio by car, boat or seaplane.Image via HillstoneGo old-school Florida on the patio at Julie’s Waterfront with a fish fry and a pitcher of beer.Kick back on the 903 Mills Market patio with a craft beer and a home-cooked meal.Image via Google MapsStop by Eden Bar before taking in a movie at Enzian. Photo by Rob BartlettThe Eola Wine Company patio is ideal for sipping wine and people watching.Image via Hype OrlandoGrab a drink on Ember’s Mediterranean-piazza-themed patio.Image via Trip Builder MediaNosh on a hangover-preventer, like Johnny Mac’n Cheese sandwich, while you down a craft brew on Gnarly Barley’s patio.Top 30 Photos from Gnarly Barley’s 2 Year Anniversary PartyPhoto by Joey BorrotoEnjoy the breeze coming off of Lake Ivanhoe (and a train shot) on The Hammered Lamb’s patio.Outdoor drinking in OrlandoIf it gets a bit chilly on the patio at Hanson’s Shoe Repair, they’ll bring you a blankie to warm you up.Bar Exam: Hanson’s Shoe RepairPhoto by Anderson MartinezThe rooftop bar at Latitudesgives you a birds-eye view of the City Beautiful.Image via Drink BinAt the Lucky Lure it’s like hanging out at the beach without leaving Orlando.Bar Exam: Lucky LureThe outdoor area at Ollie’s Public House is awesome and we really love the jar of pickles on the table.Another Round: Sunday Funday pub crawl in College ParkPhoto by Aimee VitekIt’s not a traditional bar, but the bottomless mimosas at the Orlando Farmer’s Market at Lake Eola are the perfect excuse to drink outdoors. Image via Orlando Farmers MarketIf your outdoor drinking area includes a pool, like the one at Parliament House, then you know you’re at the right place.34 awesome pics from our #OrlandoWeekendGrab a group and hit the patio at Santiago’s Bodega for tapas and cocktails.Image via Elle Couture CutsShake Shack may be new in town, but their lakeside back patio is a fantastic place to relax with a beer and a burger.Tasty shots from the Shake Shack media previewEnjoy gastronomic delights and craft beers on the Smiling Bison’s patio.Image via YelpSt. Matthew’s Tavern at the Orlando Beer Garden offers killer drink specials in a chill atmosphere. Photo by Adam McCabeThe bartenders at Stardust Video & Coffee are always inventing super-creative cocktails. Enjoy one on their tiny front patio.Image via PanoramioThe bar at Wekiva Island is the ideal place to collapse with a drink after spending the day canoeing up and down the river.Image via Trip Builder Media