Best Cocktail Bars in Orlando

If you are a true Tiki fan, Aku Aku Tikibar located right off of Lake Eola- inside of MMA Parkside, is the right spot to grab some theme based cocktails in the vibrant atmosphere. You can bring along your friends to this really trendy quaint place which gives away a retro vibe with beautiful tropic decor. Live music and abundance of woodwork in the interiors give off a dark, energetic mood that improves your experience here.

Hanson's Shoe Repair is a unique speakeasy-style bar located in downtown Orlando. The bar is tucked away on the second floor of a building that resembles an old shoe repair shop, hence its name. To access the bar, guests need to locate the discreet entrance and ring a doorbell to gain entry. Once inside, patrons are greeted by a stylish and intimate setting with a vintage-inspired decor. Hanson's Shoe Repair offers a well-crafted cocktail menu featuring classic and creative concoctions made with high-quality spirits. The bar is known for its skilled mixologists who can whip up personalized cocktails based on individual preferences. It's a hidden gem for those seeking a sophisticated and atmospheric drinking experience in Orlando.

The Monkey Bar is located on the second floor of the Wall Street Plaza in the Downtown Orlando area. A combination of an upscale lounge and a refined martini bar, this hidden gem is worth seeking out. The retro decor features an exotic touch with plush animal-print couches and chairs, a long wooden bar and warm lighting inside, along with unusual artwork featuring sultry monkeys. The outside balcony area offers views of the popular complex below, and provides a tropical setting with plenty of wicker furnishing and a thatched-roof bar. The Monkey Bar is a full-service bar, but specializes in an array of extra-large specialty martinis.

Located in the Italian-themed Portofino Bay hotel at Universal Studios Escape, The Thirsty Fish is a quaint, nautically themed "dockside" bar overlooking a man made bay, the centerpiece of Portofino Bay's expansive grounds. Barstools, booths and patio seating make this a sprawling, casual environment for an afternoon cocktail before catching your second wink or for that special evening nightcap shared with friends. Light finger-food rounds out a menu heavy on frozen drinks and tourist-friendly aperitifs. One thing's sure, you'll never go thirsty at the Thirsty Fish!