The best bars & nightlife in Lakeland

Mandarin Heights treats cocktails like a craft and a little bit of theatre, mixing timeless classics with inventive sips in a mid-century…

5901 N Florida Ave #6603 (Tampa)

Bad Monkey is the military-tinged sports bar locals claim as home base, with 20 TVs blasting every matchup, a laid-back patio, and a menu…

1717 E 7th Ave (Tampa) · ✓ checked Jul 31

Bounce House Social Eats is serving refined cocktails and seriously fun comfort food, from Drunken Taters and Larry Curds to jumbo wings in…

12100 Challenger Pkwy (Orlando)

French-owned and right in Downtown St. Pete, Exquisite Bistro pours a handpicked lineup of 75+ bottles from around the world alongside…

397 5th St S (St. Petersburg) · ✓ checked Jul 28

Orlando Comedy Club packs a true comedy room inside Calypso Bar & Grill near I-Drive with stand-up shows, local showcases, weekly open…

6300 Parc Corniche Dr (Orlando)

Festive pub offering myriad beer options, wine & TVs tuned to sports, plus live music.

781 N Alafaya Trail (Orlando)

American grub is served at this lively hangout with nightly live music, open-air seating & TVs.

4120 S Orange Ave (Orlando)

Pint-sized bar & grill offering burgers & sandwiches alongside many tap beers, plus outdoor seating.

1752 Central Ave (St. Petersburg)

Wine shop offering a curated selection of Italian and American wines plus cheese boards.

4745 S Orange Ave (Orlando)

Casual eatery for burgers and tacos in a space with board games, plus a wide beer selection brewed on the premises.

7220 Central Ave (St. Petersburg)

Locally-owned wine bar offering a sizable list, plus tasting & pairing events in a cozy ambiance.

111 2nd Ave NE Ste 102 (St. Petersburg)

Relaxed distillery, rum bar with in-house-made spirits and pirate-themed tasting areas for bottles and cocktails.

2102 E 4th Ave (Tampa)

Casual sports-pub chain with basics from bar snacks to steaks & a large selection of tap beers.

901 Lakeland Park Center Dr

Bistro specializing in craft beer, cocktails & American fare in a renovated 1927 Tudor house.

1221 Florida Ave S · ✓ checked Aug 6

Chill bar offering craft beer and wine, plus live music, and bar food.

101 S Evers St (Plant City)

Casual bistro for wings, burgers, tacos and other American eats as well as a large beer menu.

3615 Florida Ave S #1350

Irish chow, live music & sports draw crowds at this convivial pub with an outdoor patio.

405 S Howard Ave (Tampa)

Trendy bar with disco balls and a dance floor, specializing in 1970s-1980s hits.

16 2nd St N (St. Petersburg)

Wine shop offering a range of bottles and glasses plus weekly themed events and live music.

1057 Water St (Tampa)

Laid-back spot with a wide variety of canned and bottled brews alongside growlers and kegs, plus wine.

531 Virginia Dr (Orlando)

Traditional Puerto Rican specialties offered in an easygoing setting with vibrant decor.

7101 S Orange Ave (Orlando)

Relaxed eatery serving wings, burgers and other American dishes in casual surroundings.

2212 James L Redman Pkwy (Plant City) · ✓ checked Aug 6

Wines, craft beers, small plates & desserts are served at this classy spot with outdoor tables.

1600 E 7th Ave (Tampa)

Relaxed wine bar supplying Spanish and Portuguese bottles to buy or drink on-site, plus charcuterie boards.

14610 N Dale Mabry Hwy (Tampa)

Cozy wine bar offers fine varietals by the glass, flight & bottle, plus light fare & patio seating.

430 E Central Blvd (Orlando)

Watering hole with an old-school, cosmopolitan feel offering craft cocktails & artful bar bites.

200 N Tampa St (Tampa)

Clubhouselike American haunt serving burgers & drinks in warm digs on the Dubsdread golf course.

549 W Par St (Orlando)

Trendy venue with cozy atmosphere featuring self-serve wine taps and charcuterie boards.

3100 3rd Ave N (St. Petersburg)

Oysters, grilled, baked and Rockefeller options are served at this seafood joint with a wine list and beer menu.

1957 S Alafaya Trail (Orlando)

Stand-up venue featuring local comics and guest appearances.

1745 1st Ave S (St. Petersburg)

Trendy, family-run eatery and wine bar, with self-serve beer and wine taps.

14383 Narcoossee Rd (Orlando)

Upscale chain serving New American fare paired with house-label wines in a contemporary setting.

8005 International Dr (Orlando)

Flashy eatery & bar offering tapas, flatbreads & elaborate burgers amid mood lighting & TV screens.

610 S Armenia Ave (Tampa)

Antique-filled, parlor-style cocktail lounge with boutique spirits & small bites.

3 Phoenix Building, 30 S Magnolia Ave (Orlando)

Wine bar with charcuterie, flatbread, and other snacks, plus cocktails.

811 N Tampa St (Tampa)

Chill American haunt featuring creative burgers, hot dogs & lots of craft beer, plus sports on TV.

56 Dr M.L.K. Jr St N (St. Petersburg)

Relaxed store & wine bar featuring a selection of rare vintages plus indoor & outdoor seating.

1215 Edgewater Dr (Orlando)

Lounge-y cocktail bar for craft brews, cocktails and spirits, plus a refined atmosphere and decor.

37 N Orange Ave (Orlando)

Neighborhood bar housed in a furniture store offers microbrews & boutique wines, plus patio seating.

1800 N Orange Ave (Orlando)

Low-key Irish pub featuring an array of beers & whiskeys in warm environs with live music nights.

111 S Kentucky Ave

Laid-back 1940s-vintage bar attracts a diverse clientele with strong drinks & an acclaimed jukebox.

719 N Franklin St (Tampa)

Local bar & grill chain offering a classic setting for American pub fare & sports on TV.

547 N Alafaya Trail (Orlando)

Wine bar popular for dates, with craft beer, local art and live tunes.

1110 Virginia Dr (Orlando)

Modern eatery turned bar featuring Spanish-Cuban tapas, creative cocktails and rooftop views.

215 E Main St

Bar serving craft cocktails, beer & snacks on a hip hotel rooftop with couches & skyline views.

1207 S Howard Ave (Tampa)

Improv comedy club inspired by the TV show "Whose Line Is It Anyway?," with uncensored content.

1010 Virginia Dr (Orlando)

Classic-style pub & eatery with a long menu of sandwiches & pizza, plus a selection of craft beer.

3400 Edgewater Dr (Orlando)

Wine-by-the-glass or -bottle spot with a relaxing atmosphere featuring self-service pours, beer on tap and live music.

11724 N Dale Mabry Hwy (Tampa)

Intimate venue for live music, weddings and other events amid a rustic setting.

1920 Banana Rd

Sleek wine bar serving cheese & cured meats, flatbreads & small plates in sleek digs with a garden.

2506 S MacDill Ave (Tampa)

Semi-upscale chain for classic Italian fare served family-style in a relaxed, polished space.

203 Westshore Plaza (Tampa)

Trendy bar in Hyde Park Village whipping up White Rabbits and other cocktails, plus eats.

705 S Oregon Ave (Tampa)

Set in a historic building, this hockey-themed sports bar joins comfort food, beer & game-watching.

107 S Franklin St (Tampa)

Entertainment spot inside The Corner featuring comedy shows every Friday and Saturday night.

70 N Orange Ave (Orlando)

Casual eatery in the Rosen Centre Hotel featuring tapas-sized Mexican bites & varieties of tequila.

9840 International Dr (Orlando)

Cozy wine bar featuring a rotating list of high-end wines by the glass, plus snacks.

3225 S MacDill Ave #125 (Tampa)

Casual kiosk in an outlet mall for Armenian wines that can be sampled, plus frozen specialties.

8200 Vineland Ave Unit 281 (Orlando)

Part of a local chain, this neighborhood bar features sports on flat-screen TVs.

209 E Main St

Local comedians face off in improvised scenes, sometimes based on suggestions from the audience.

55 W Church St #211 (Orlando)

All-you-can-eat restaurant blending Korean BBQ and hot pot dishes with a tablet-ordering system.

5535 S Kirkman Rd (Orlando)

Downtown bar serving craft beer and wine featuring local meads, with honeybee-themed decor.

111 S Evers St (Plant City)

Stylish, password-entry speakeasy serving craft cocktails in intimate surrounds with a patio.

27 E Pine St (Orlando)

Cozy, prohibition-themed lounge featuring cocktails, tapas and light jazz, plus a secret speakeasy entrance.

13526 Village Park Dr Unit 208 (Orlando)

Family-friendly American restaurant with a full bar, TVs, a game room & occasional live music.

2631 S Ferncreek Ave (Orlando)