The 25 best Orlando patios for ‘golden hour’ drinks

By Chloe Greenberg on Fri, Oct 20, 2023 at 12:06 pm

It's that time of year; temps have dropped a few degrees and, at last, the unrelenting heat of summer is behind us. Now's the perfect time to get back out there and revisit all the local spots that are made even better by a slight Central Florida breeze.

For spots to enjoy a drink or two with a view, or just some good outdoor vibes, Orlando has plenty to offer. Here are 25 of the best Orlando restaurant and bar patios perfect for golden hour drinks.

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Bar One Orlando

1516 McCoy Road, Orlando
Bar One has the spirit of a dive bar and the patio of a family-forward brewery. And it definitely doesn't hurt that you can ask for a cocktail without being ushered out.

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Lil Indie's

1036 N. Mills Ave., Orlando
At Lil Indie's, you're always in for a surprise of a night. Whether you're looking to grab drinks with friends, catch some live music or just enjoy the views and Florida evening weather, this spot has it all. The outside patio offers twinkling lights in an intimate (this is a code word for small) space that may just push you to make some new friends.

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Hanson’s Shoe Repair

27 E. Pine St., Orlando
Don't let the "shoe repair" name fool you — this is a classic bar in downtown Orlando serving tasty cocktails and a good time. And if you didn’t know already, this place is a speakeasy, so you’ll only be allowed in with a secret password. Call 407-476-9446 or check their X account (formerly Twitter) on the day of your visit to get it.

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Propagate Social House

40 E. Fifth St., Apopka
Propagate in downtown Apopka offers coffee, wine, breakfast, brunch or lunch. Check out their grab & go bottle shop for craft beers and canned cocktails before you sit back and take in the homey backyard patio perfect for fall nights.

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The Waterfront

4201 S. Orange Ave., Orlando
This iconic waterside Orlando eatery is usually what comes to mind when locals hear "golden hour views." The restaurant offers al fresco lakeside seating dining every day of the week, plus brunch on the weekends.

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The Wellborn

211 N. Lucerne Circle W., Orlando
This quaint neighborhood hangout spot and bar aims to offer a "taste of vacation." Guests can enjoy the scenic atmosphere, small plates, desserts and Sunday brunch on top of a plentiful wine and cocktail list.

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The Tap Room at Dubsdread

549 W. Par St., Orlando
While the Tap Room may be dark on the inside, this College Park sports bar located on Dubsdread Golf Course offers a outdoor seating patio that does not disappoint when it comes to picturesque views. The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner, plus brunch on the weekends.

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Cafe Tu Tu Tango

8625 International Drive, Orlando
The funky tapas spot offers creative food and drink specials every weekday, plus live music and relaxed patio seating, too. With tons of sharable plates to choose from, signature cocktails, and artists who paint while you eat, Cafe Tu Tu Tango is an attraction in itself.

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Garp and Fuss

348 N. Park Ave., Winter Park
This spot packs a punch with out-of-the-box flavor pairings like buffalo cauliflower and butternut squash & apple soup. Garp and Fuss is the place to be if you’re trying to treat your taste buds to something new. But the best way to do it is to grab a seat in the beautiful indoor patio-esque dining room, with greenery crawling up the walls and the sun (or moon) shining through the windows overhead.

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Bartaco Orlando

7600 Dr. Phillips Blvd., Orlando
This "upscale street food" chain specializes in creative taco creations. The Dr. Phillips location comes with an adjoining covered patio perfect for taking in the views.

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Barley and Vine Biergarten

2406 E. Washington St., Orlando
The Milk District Biergarten has, arguably, one of the best patio bars in town, perfect to sip on one of the more than two dozen draft beers available.

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The Guesthouse

1321 N. Mills Ave., Orlando
This Mills 50 bar and hangout spot offers a sprawling bar with ample seating indoors, but the true place to be is their patio out back. It's more intimate (meaning you might need to fight for a spot) but the views are worth it.

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The Hideaway Bar

516 Virginia Drive, Orlando
This dive with a breezy patio has been a consistent hometown presence for decades, bouncing back admirably after an unfortunate incident last year. Guests can grab brews and bar bites before getting into some pool and pinball.

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Sixty Vines

110 Orlando Ave., Winter Park
This Dallas-based, wine country-inspired restaurant offers an enclosed greenhouse patio offering a "wine garden experience." The menu of NoCal-influenced dishes (local and seasonal, of course) come ready to pair with the 60-plus wines on tap.

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Armando’s

463 W. New England Ave., Winter Park
Armando’s gives you the opportunity to eat some Neapolitan pizza out on their patio, right in Hannibal Square. You get the views and the food without having to fly all the way to Italy.

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Pat O’Brien’s

6000 Universal Blvd., Orlando
Located in Universal's CityWalk, this bar is a replica of the one in New Orleans. There’s all the Cajun food your soul could take, and a flaming fountain out by the patio area perfect for a relaxing evening after a day in the theme parks.

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The Boathouse

1620 E. Buena Vista Drive, Lake Buena Vista
Finishing the day at Orlando's theme parks and looking for a guaranteed relaxing treat? The Boathouse in Disney Springs has waterside views just out of reach of the park itself.

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Rocco’s Italian Grille

400 S. Orlando Ave., Winter Park
At Rocco's Italian Grille, you can enjoy authentic Italian cuisine on an outdoor patio reminiscent of an Italian villa. Enjoy your meal under strings of twinkling lights as you sit sipping champagne to the sounds of a courtyard fountain.

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Ember

42 W. Central Blvd., Orlando
Grab a drink on Ember's picturesque Mediterranean piazza-themed patio. The 7,600-square-foot outdoor terrace hosts sofas and a beautiful bar.

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Hamilton’s Kitchen – Alfond Inn

300 E. New England Ave., Winter Park
Hamilton's Kitchen at the Alfond Inn is one of the pricier patios to chill at but if you're up for it, it's worth the cash. Enjoy drinks and snacks in the courtyard, or go for breakfast, lunch or dinner (along with brunch on the weekends) — plenty of opportunities to enjoy their Southern-style cooking al fresco.