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Pat O'Brien's

3.5 (413 reviews)
Open • 4:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)

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Casual
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Live music
Loud

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Dueling Pianos
Kara P.

This was a really cool spot as well. The dueling pianos when I wandered into this venue was a husband and wife duo. The wife was a little bit of a better vocalist but they were both so cute and quite talented as a pair. The bar staff was also very kind and accommodating. Someone did make me a drink with sour mix and it wasn't great but again she was very sweet. I did not order any food at this establishment if they do sell it.

Cold draft beers!
Kate M.

A great spot to grab a drink in CityWalk and listen to some live piano players!! We stopped in for a quick drink after dinner and it's such a fun New Orleans atmosphere in Pat O'Briens. They are known for their Hurricane but we got a beer on this visit. Their dueling pianos make for such a fun environment and seeing what songs people request and what songs are played is half the fun. They have inside and outside seating, but to hear the pianos you need to be inside!

Margarita
Louisa M.

By nature, singalong piano bars are going to deliver a great time, and Pat O'Brien's Piano Bar and Pub at Universal CityWalk is basically the perfect mix of rowdy fun and classic New Orleans charm. From the moment you walk in, you're greeted with a lively, festive atmosphere, lots of warm wood tones, and that unmistakable sound of raucous pianos. The main draw here is of course the dueling pianos. The musicians are energetic, funny, and will take requests, sometimes roasting the audience in the most playful way possible. It's part performance, part interactive experience, and all-around good time. Now, the quality of the performers make a huge difference. It's a draw whether you'll luck out or get a couple of duds, but I have usually been able to make it work no matter who is playing. Drinks are strong and plentiful, and the Hurricane cocktail lives up to its legendary reputation. The menu has classic bar fare so you can make a night of it if you're hungry, but this is more of a drinking bar. It can get packed, but there are tons of tables around the pianos as well as off towards the back if you're looking for a "quieter" evening (relatively speaking). My major criticism here is that they have the dueling piano volume just way too loud. Like painfully loud. Bring earplugs or you will be in pain. I don't get why bars feel like they have to have the volume cranked up to 11 in order to bring the fun. It's the patrons who do that, and we can't stay too long unless we want our eardrums to start bleeding. Pat O'Brien's is a fun piano bar spot (I still prefer Orlando staple Howl at the Moon, but this isn't a bad choice if you're in the Universal resort area). It offers lively music, strong drinks, and a fun party atmosphere.

Sharzad M.

Great vibe! Super lively. I wasn't sure if they allowed kids, so we asked at the door and the staff at the door greeted us warmly. They do allow kids which was great so we decided to have dinner there. We ordered the jambalaya and shrimp and grits plus the kids' grilled shrimp and rice that came with a side of grapes. Everything was delicious. I also tried their Bloody Mary and it was really good. The service was excellent and our server was very attentive. The inside of the restaurant is nicely decorated. Overall if you are in the area and looking for a fun lively spot with live music, definitely give this place a try.

Rose L.

Nice ginger ale, singing etc. also like how you request songs! Crowd is hit or miss, bartender is nice! Overall a good time.

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Stachia L.

I went here for my aunts birthday celebration and I was surprisingly shocked that this was not an Irish pub. Lol I sat down for the first time and seen it was New Orleans style food. I atleast got to try the jambalaya for the first time ever. They made it without shrimp so I could try it. They did mess up the order once but recovered by fixing the order to chicken. The staff was so kind. They even had a live piano players who sung songs based on tip requests. I would go back but not to many vegan options.

Meg M.

I grabbed a Hurricane before going to Horror Nights and they confirmed it was gluten free. It was good but pretty overpriced. I've been to the real Pat O'Brien's in Nola so it had some similar vibes to that.

Jambalaya
Brittany K.

The myriad of choices on City Walk can be so overwhelming. We unexpectedly visited the universal parks on prom night and found most of the eateries to be packed! Because we would have endured an extended wait in our first pick restaurant, we decided to try something new and did so happily at the Cajun themed Pat O'Briens! They were able to seat us promptly thanks in part to the large establishment. It was spacious with both indoor and outdoor seating available. And of course, dinner comes with a show here. The piano bar was great fun and the players accept requests! If you prefer a quieter meal, request to be seated outside. Once seated and enjoying the music, we were greeted by a friendly server and put in our varied order. Our table enjoyed Creole Chicken, jambalaya, and for me the Shrimp and Grits. The food really exceeded our expectations! I know that I thoroughly enjoyed the shrimp and grits plate. It was flavor packed and quite hardy. Praise was sung by the entire table and all plates were cleared. I would definitely come back to Pat O'Briens and do recommend it. I would note though that the service was a tad slow. Took a bit of time for a server to come around. Definitely a bit slower paced than some of the other city walk options but at least you have entertainment! I'd also opt for outdoor seating next time as the music was really loud and made conversation a bit difficult. Felt like the volume could come down a notch, especially during the typical dinner window of 6-8pm. But, all minor notes. I really found the food delicious and on theme!

hurricane
Simon P.

A bar with good food next to Orlando Universal Studios to end your day at the park. We went on a Sunday evening and it has live music still with lots of locals and tourists and it's a very good vibe. The famous Hurricane cocktail is delicious, boozy and a good portion. The food are tasty and authentic New Orleans style dishes. Definitely recommend this if you wish to grab a dinner nearby the park!

Caroline R.

The shrimp and grits were great but I felt incredibly rushed to check out at the bar by Travis, I was still eating my meal and having my drink when he asked if I had any discounts to check out. The bar itself wasn't busy so I don't understand the rush.

Dueling pianos
Jamie P.

We stopped in for an early dinner and the piano players were already going. The service was good and food was so tasty. I ordered jambalaya and it was full of flavor. The piano players were fun with the crowd and had great voices. It wasn't too crowded when we were there, but I'm sure it's a hot spot when the parks close during the dinner rush.

Hurricane
Scher S.

They have the best hurricanes and they don't skimp on the liquor!! Only stopped in for a quick drink but it was worth it!!

Amber B.

Fun piano bar with great service and good food! My husband and young adult kids were on a trip to Universal Studios. We were looking for a place in Citywalk without a huge wait. We were able to be seated right away in the piano room. We were able to enjoy the musical stylings of 3 different pianists who were all incredible. The portions of the food seemed a little small for what you pay, BUT the food was absolutely delicious!

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Are the piano's in the bar area? If so, do we need a reservation for the bar area or can you hear them throughout the restaurant? Also, can you hear the piano's in the outdoor patio area? Thanks!

The pianos are located in the main dining area and are only heard in that area, reservations are recommended during dinner hours. After kitchen closes, usually around 10, that area becomes a bar only until closing time. There is a smaller bar area… 

Can we bring kids here?

Yes, you can. Just not in the bar area.

Can you buy their Hurricane Mix here? I can't seem to find it anywhere locally.

I have seen the mix available for sale here.

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The Whiskey - *The Salty

The Whiskey

4.4(1.3k reviews)
2.0 mi•Dr. Phillips, Horizons West / West Orlando
•$$

Such a fun spot for happy hour! We came in ready to relax and left already planning our next visit…read more The drink specials were generous and the vibe was warm and lively without being too loud to actually talk. Hands down the star of the show was the shrimp dish, perfectly cooked, packed with flavor, and honestly some of the best we've had in a while. We ended up ordering a second round just to enjoy it a little longer. Service was friendly and attentive the whole time, which made the experience even better. If you're looking for a great happy hour with a standout menu item, The Whyskey delivers. We'll definitely be back!

We popped over here for lunch on a Saturday around two in the afternoon. We were very surprised…read morewith how busy it was as it's typically not that busy on Saturday afternoons. We chose seats at the bar and were greeted promptly by Brian and Rowan. Because there were a lot of people and just the two of them, they were running around taking orders from tables as well as servicing the bar so it did take a little bit to get our drink orders in, but we were enjoying looking through the whiskey library anyways. I started off with a Suncreek blonde ale. It is strawberry blonde ale and it's delicious. My husband started with the Yingling. He keeps hoping they will bring the Kentucky bourbon ale back on tap again. For lunch, I got the whiskey dip which is full of chopped beef with cheese and onions. Served with an herb, dipping sauce, and your choice of side. I opted for the sweet potato waffle fries because they are delicious. My husband got a burger with fries cooked perfectly. Once we are done with our food, we did opt for a taster. My husband had to go through several different bottles before he found one they actually had in stock. That is one of the downside is the whiskey library that is online is not always reflective of what they actually have in stock as he was really looking forward to trying the old Fitzgerald birthday, but alas, they did not have it in stock. He ended up going with the jack Daniels 12 year and really enjoyed it. I opted for the widow Jane 14 year very sweet easy to drink. Great service from Bryan and Rowan always enjoy seeing them behind the bar

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The Whiskey - The Royale medium rare bacon on the side. Delicious!

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The Royale medium rare bacon on the side. Delicious!

Cafe Tu Tu Tango

Cafe Tu Tu Tango

4.4(5.4k reviews)
2.2 mi•International Drive / I-Drive
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Full bar
Large group friendly

Café Tu Tu Tango was such a cute and intimate spot with a really unique atmosphere! We tried the…read moreTex-Mex Taco Pizza and Cajun egg rolls, and both were really good (My honey was excited to try to the Tex-Mex) The portions are on the smaller side, but the prices aren't bad, and I actually liked that the smaller plates give you a chance to order a few different things and try more of the menu. The atmosphere definitely makes the experience. There was live music while we were there, and I loved that they also have artwork throughout the restaurant that you can actually purchase. It gives the space so much personality and makes it feel different from your typical restaurant. Service was decent. It was pretty busy, so our server only checked on us a few times, but overall we still had a good experience. I'd definitely recommend Café Tu Tu Tango for a cute date night or as a fun pregame spot to grab food and drinks before going out!

We decided to check out their brunch Bottomless brunch as we had never been here before. It costs…read more$34 per person without drinks and this is what we opted for. Parking was a bit difficult if we didn't want to do the complimentary valet, but luckily they opened up a self parking option for us next door so we appreciated the nice gesture from the staff. It was super loud in here so take a note of that if you're bringing little ones. We ordered plenty of items, and got plenty full. Some highlights were the brussel sprouts, butter chicken tissa masala and the warm guava bread pudding. The self serve taco bar was also really good. The rest of the food was just ok. Probably a better place to have brunch with friends and if you come really hungry, but we were with our toddler and baby so wouldn't go back until they're a bit older.

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Tom’s Watch Bar

3.6(237 reviews)
1.7 mi•International Drive / I-Drive
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I went to Tom's Watch Bar for my second time last night. The first time I left thinking it was very…read moreover priced. Food was over priced, drinks over priced. But the food was good. The view is good, but it's also just I Drive. I could see it being good for a game but imagine it would get loud. I went again last night for an event and had a good time! Desi is the best!!! Just wanna give her a shoutout!!

After numerous IG mentions, we decided to give it a shot. It one of those places that you pass by…read moreall the time. We went and was disappointed. Definitely gonna skip it. We were seated by the hosted and the server remarked, "Look at the view, isn't it lovely." Then I see what they charge for that view. And this isn't about money. Dude lingered over our shoulder like a high-pressure salesman. It is so loud in there, you can hear the games downstairs and across the street. I think after he lingered, I ordered a beer, and he asked, "Do you wanna start a tab?" I think that set me off because why am I starting a tab a restaurant? Their water comes in a cold carafe with cool looking cups, so that's a plus. Other than that, I don't know how they stay open. $25 burgers that are not USDA Prime or some form of Wagyu isn't it. $19 for 8 wings. $13 for a 22oz Sam Adams. Nothing about this place appealed to us. We were in and out in 30 minutes. It was a few people there when we got there, but it emptied out by the time we left. It's an amazing concept and the location is very nice, but the atmosphere and vibe is terrible there. I ordered a beer, and dude called it in over a walkie-talkie and it came out seconds later. That annoyed me too, he couldn't go and get mt beer? He just stayed on his post behind us.

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Tom’s Watch Bar - Upstairs level bar & seating

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Tom’s Watch Bar - Espresso martini, my first, really good, tasty. Great view.

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Espresso martini, my first, really good, tasty. Great view.

Arcade Monsters - Woo 883!

Arcade Monsters

4.6(159 reviews)
0.9 mi•International Drive / I-Drive

Good variety of games in English and Japanese. They have one of three Maximum Tune 5dx+ cabinet…read moresetups in Florida. Excellent selection of rhythm games. The techs are always on the ball about game maintenance. The servers are also very friendly - Always in good cheer when many of us aren't. Lilly, in particular goes out of her way to make sure everyone is well taken care of.

Birthday celebration turned into a major disappointment…read more I chose Arcade Monsters for my 41st birthday after calling and visiting beforehand to ask about the bar. I specifically asked whether they served Tito's vodka with soda and lime and was told they had a full bar. That was a deciding factor in booking. During the party, drinks were served without anyone explaining that the "liquor" was wine-based. I only learned that after ordering my third drink. My guests and I had been led to believe they were getting actual spirits, and it was embarrassing to have to explain the difference after the fact. The food was just as disappointing. The chicken nuggets were so bad we threw them away, and a guest told me their child became sick after eating the pizza. The private room was hot, and the fans blew napkins and other things around the table. I spent more than $800 on the room, food, drinks, admission, and fees. The only part of the event that went as expected was admission. I contacted management to request a refund for the non-admission charges and have not received a response to my follow-up asking what they intend to do. This was supposed to be a special birthday celebration. Instead, the bar was misrepresented, the food was poor, the room was uncomfortable, and management has left my complaint unanswered. I would not book a private event here again.

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Yard House - Tap in to great food, classic rock and 100+ craft & local beers.

Yard House

4.1(2.1k reviews)
2.0 mi•International Drive / I-Drive
•$$

We had a really good experience at Yard House in Orlando. The atmosphere was great, and the…read morebartenders were excellent--friendly, attentive, and provided exceptional service throughout our visit. We started with the ahi tuna nachos. The overall flavor was good, but unfortunately, the tuna didn't seem as fresh as I would have expected. We also tried the pizza, which was okay--nothing bad about it, but nothing that really stood out either. The highlight for us was definitely the atmosphere, service, and great happy hour prices. I'll absolutely be back for those reasons. Overall, 4 stars. The food was decent--not bad, but not great--but the exceptional service and happy hour make Yard House worth coming back to.

Oh how I love yard house ! I wanted to grab food while…read morewaiting on an event on I drive and I knew exactly where to go. I was sat quickly since it was just me and i immediately ordered my pizza and cocktail. My server was super sweet and engaging and ensure I was well attended too. I ordered another meal to go and it was a hit for a late night snack ! 10/10

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Yard House - Lobster Garlic Noodles - Maine lobster, shrimp, shiitake mushrooms, spinach and parmesan.

Lobster Garlic Noodles - Maine lobster, shrimp, shiitake mushrooms, spinach and parmesan.

Yard House - Enjoy a variety of appetizers, like our Chicken Nachos, while watching your favorite sports games.

Enjoy a variety of appetizers, like our Chicken Nachos, while watching your favorite sports games.

Yard House - Mac + Cheese]² - With white truffle, bacon, chicken, crimini, shiitake & oyster mushrooms, parmesan and panko cheddar crust.

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Mac + Cheese]² - With white truffle, bacon, chicken, crimini, shiitake & oyster mushrooms, parmesan and panko cheddar crust.

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