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    Whiskey Lou’s Lounge

    4.2 (22 reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)

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    Casual

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    $5 whiskey and coke
    Greg B.

    I love this lounge. Very chill inside, with a touch tunes jukebox inside so you can control what the lounge is hearing. There are pool tables on sight for additional activities. Drinks are extremely cheap which makes for a fun (or dangerous) night. The bartenders are also quick as well. Amazing specials. Parking is kind of tight in the lot and also be aware, they only accept cash at the bar. There is an ATM inside though.

    We had Johnny Walker with a splash of coke, plenty of drink options.
    Jay P.

    What a blast, the stereotype of a bar in the best of ways. We chose this location for a guys night out because they also serve pizza by the slice right next door, unfortunately the day we went the pizza place was not open but it didn't take away from the evening. You walk into darkness, its lit in a way where the neon inside really glows and adds to the ambiance. There are pool tables right near the entrance and some slot machines in a back room. It's not crowded and draws a great mix of different people, the nice thing is we didn't have to wait at all to order our drinks. The Johnny Walker Black on the rocks with a splash of coke was perfect for a nice light buzz and we thought it was appropriate to order Whiskey at a place with a name like this. There are some "lottery" machines where you can buy tickets for $2 and peel the back to see if you won, we had fun blowing $20 to win $2.

    Ralph E.

    Sure it's a dive bar but it has a great vibe. When you hear dive bar you might think dirty but that is NOT the case. The staff is super friendly and they have a great selection of spirits. Beer and wine is not as vast of a selection but still great. The great thing about them is the price! They are very reasonably priced and as mentioned come with great service. Do be aware (there are signs in the bar) that this is a CASH ONLY bar. Not a problem but these modern times it's good to be prepared. They do have an ATM inside the bar but as with most private ATM there is a fee involved. I have noticed a few reviews complaining about the ATM and Cash only but since the prices are good, a little advance planning will get you a fun night at a great price. There are several pool tables there and a couple of video games and multiple TV's showing everything from the game to skating. Great place to chill and have a few drinks with friends.

    Two tequila shots!
    Jessica M.

    Great local bar, good drinks, awesome vibe, and the bartender was super nice. My only thing is it's a cash only bar but they do have an ATM on property!

    Kristy D.

    Ah Lou's, an old favorite and one of the best dive bars in Orlando. The only downside is it's sooo smokey (hence my four instead of five stars rating). If you can get past that, Lou's offers a fun and friendly crowd and cheap, strong drinks. Jaimie, the bartender, always greets me with a smile and great conversation. Lou's is good for playing pool, playing your favorite songs and relaxing with friends. Thursday night trivia is a blast. If you're looking for a place where you feel like family, stop in to Lou's and hang out a while. You are sure to meet some fun people. Cash only.

    Myself and Mr. Rocky Smith= my BFF!

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    2 years ago

    Karen is the best I love her, I came in with my girls and she instantly lifted our moods! Bless her

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    2 years ago

    Great local all inclusive bar!!!! Gay straight, and everyone in between are always welcome!!!

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    3 years ago

    What kinda rinky-dink establishment in the 21st century is cash only? I left your tip in the ATM machine

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    6 years ago

    Fun spot but coming from Cali the smoke was a little tough to stand. I'd still go 4 stars but what respectable dive bar has 4+ stars?

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    It is CASH ONLY but they do have an atm, albeit a very old one (what else would you expect ha).

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    Side Bar

    4.3(30 reviews)
    1.7 miDowntown / Central Business District / CBD
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    I have never been in the bar but i can absolutely say their security is top tier. I had walked out…read moreof Gittos next door, waiting for an uber and my fiance was inside in the bathroom. A group of 6 men came up being inappropriate to me and the side bar bouncers instantly noticed and told me i could hang with them until my fiance came out. They were clearly aware of their surroundings, professional, and made a small 27 year old woman feel very safe!!! next time im in downtown Orlando i will be going to side bar just because of these men. I never got their names but to the two lovely and kind men outside side bar at 1 am on Friday may 2, you have my utmost respect and I hope whoever is the owner/manager sees this comment and recognizes that you're not only good people to your customers but also random girls on the street who are being harassed. I'm going to recommend this bar to every person I know whether it's guys or all girls on a night out because I know they'll be taken care of. Please give them a thank you for me if you see this.

    Side Bar is a Downtown Orlando staple. I've been venturing to this little hole-in-the-wall bar for…read morenearly a decade now, and I've watched it grow in popularity over the years to what it is now. While it is nothing like it used to be back when Vintage, Vyce, and some of the older bars/night lounges existed, it is still a solid spot. It has also SURVIVED the various neighboring bar changes throughout the years. The bartenders, throughout the years, have also been quite solid! I have a couple of favorites that I always look for when I visit. Even the doormen are cool people. They have resident DJs that play throughout the week and weekends - all are pretty good! The vibe is usually pretty chill. The nights when they are slower are my favorite because they can get pretty packed. Service is usually pretty great. From time to time, they have specials/deals. They offer nice, fairly affordable mid-shelf (or top-shelf) drink options (as well as well-drink options). They also offer hookahs, if you are into that. Please keep in mind that if you have cash on you, you can get the hookah at a discounted rate. They have a decent number of TVs if you are looking to watch any games. As the name suggests, it is a "side" bar, so seating there is limited, but it does make for more than enough on slower days/nights. They have great hours, and you can also order food from Gitto's next door at the bar counter. All in all, it is a good spot to add to bar-hop rotation or to just visit in general.

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