When it comes to kicking back and relaxing, there's no better place to do it than at your local neighborhood establishment. Here are some of the best bars in Orlando to put on your list.

1. Best Wine Bar: Eola Wine Company

If you're looking for an extensive wine selection and prefer boutique wineries, Eola fits the bill. Enjoy brunch or dinner with your fare and try the flights, a 2-ounce sampling of four different blends. You can even purchase bottles of your favorites to take home!

Eola Wine Company

430 E Central Boulevard

(407) 481-9100

Yelp: 4 stars, 121 reviews 

2. Best Beer Bar: Oblivion Taproom

Funky decor, pub food, and more than 110 beverages, what more could you ask for in a beer bar? With a rotating tap featuring 40 beers including Belgian, German, and American Craft beers, you can try everything under the sun, especially with the MiniBeer selection.

Oblivion Taproom

5101 E Colonial Drive

(407) 802-4800

Yelp: 4.5 stars, 506 reviews 

3. Best Sports Bar: The Hideaway Bar

Whether you want to watch the games or wash down some good eats with grub, you'll find it all here. On Saturdays, you can play pool for a quarter, and the TVs are always playing the home teams including the Orlando Magic and Miami Dolphins. 

The Hideaway Bar

516 Virginia Drive

(407) 898-5892

Yelp: 4 stars, 86 reviews 

4. Best Whiskey Bar: The Whiskey

If your drink of choice is whiskey, you'll find plenty to try here. With hand-picked selections from around the world and a top-rated burger on the menu, you'll soon make this your favorite stop, too!

The Whiskey

7563 W Sand Lake Road

(321) 430-6744

Yelp: 4 stars, 83 reviews 

5. Best After-Work Drink Spot: The Thirsty Topher

Grab your co-workers and hit The Thirsty Topher. You won't get food here, but really, when you want to unwind, you just want the best craft beers and cocktails at your whim. After moving in November 2015, this spot is a top attraction now with ambiance and a relaxed atmosphere.

The Thirsty Topher

601 Virginia Drive

(407) 491-4342

Yelp: 4.5 stars, 104 reviews 

6. Best Dive Bar: Tap & Grind

You won't find a food menu here, but with the laid-back surfer vibe, you won't miss it. Come here to unwind after a long day, or bring some friends along to enjoy the extensive list of craft beers. 

Tap & Grind

59 W Central Boulevard

(407) 455-1100

Yelp: 4.5 stars, 113 reviews 

7. Best Cocktails: Aku Aku Tiki Bar

You'll feel like you're right in Hawaii when you visit this authentic Tiki Bar. The heart of the menu is the tropical drinks, of which you'll find tried and true classics as well as some house concoctions that are sure to blow you away. 

Aku Aku 

431 E Central Boulevard

(407) 839-0080

Yelp: 4.5 stars, 40 reviews 

8. Best Live Music: Tanqueray's

Take a step back into the olden days where basement bars defined the nightlife, at Tanqueray's. Visitors can enjoy live music throughout the week, a jukebox and dart room, as well as friendly bartenders.

Tanqueray's 

100 S Orange Avenue

(407) 649-8540

Yelp: 4 stars, 65 reviews 

9. Bar with the Best Outdoor Space: The Tap Room at Dubsdread

If you love golf, you'll love the fantastic views from The Tap Room. Sit inside at the long bar, take a table on the patio or cozy up with friends around the outside firepit. The fare is excellent, as evidenced by its multiple awards and the drinks are creative. 

The Tap Room at Dubsdread

549 W Par Street

(407) 650-0100

Yelp: 4 stars, 84 reviews 

10. Most Expensive and Worth It: Bosendorfer Lounge

Class and elegance lie at the heart of Bosendorfer, which you'll quickly learn. Enjoy your meal and drinks with lively entertainment that includes jazz and soul music played live on the rare Grand Bosendrofer Piano.  

Bosendorfer Lounge

325 S Orange Avenue

(407) 313-9000

Yelp: 4.5 stars, 40 reviews 

11. Best Local Joint: Wally's

If you're looking for tradition and a place where the drinks are strong and keep flowing, you won't want to miss Wally's. An Orlando staple since 1954, this bar offers daily specials and a familiar environment to sling one back.

Wally's 

1001 N Mills Avenue

(407) 896-6975

Yelp: 3.5 stars, 74 reviews

12. Best Day Drinking Spot: Harp & Celt Irish Pub & Restaurant

One of the most popular pubs in Orlando, Harp & Celt isn't just for after-hours drinking. You can come here and enjoy authentic fare and a pint any time of day. You can also enjoy cocktails and liquor, neat. 

Harp & Celt Irish Pub & Restaurant       

25 S Magnolia Avenue

(407) 481-2928

Yelp: 4.5 stars, 170 reviews 

13. Best First Date Bar: Lizzy McCormack's

If you're looking for a casual atmosphere to get to know someone, the Irish hotspot Lizzy's is the place to be. If you run out of things to talk about, you can avoid awkward silence and discuss the pudding shots, or bask in the romantic ambiance fireside.

Lizzy McCormack's 

55 N Orange Avenue

(407) 426-8007

Yelp: 4 stars, 47 reviews 

14. Best Juice Bar: The Smoothie Room

There's nothing better than an early-morning or mid-day smoothie to perk you up, and here you'll find something to tickle your fancy. From the exotic to the intriguing, you'll get the boost you need.

The Smoothie Room

25 W Crystal Lake Street, Suite 163

(407) 250-4894

Yelp: 4.5 stars, 51 reviews

15. Best LGBT Bar: Stonewall Bar

More than just a bar, Stonewall's gives you a place to relax, enjoy a few drinks and let loose. Every day of the week brings something new and the second story Sky Bar lets you overlook the Orlando skyline. 

Stonewall Bar

741 Church Street

(407) 373-0888

Yelp: 4 stars, 8 reviews

16. Best New Bar: Native Social Bar

Since it opened in 2013, the Native Social Bar continues to be a draw for residents and tourists alike. With daily and weekly events and specials, you won't want to miss this one. 

Native Social Bar

27 W Church Street

(407) 649-0000

Yelp: 4 stars, 9 reviews