By Jim Carchidi
Spooky season is nearly here and Orlando’s hospitality community is prepping for the parties. While theme parks are famous for state-of-the-art Halloween designs, small business owners will offer some stiff competition as bars and breweries conjure their own special menus and haunting decor.
The Orlando Real compiled the following list of venues offering tricks, treats, and spirits for every taste.
The Courtesy
1288 N. Orange Ave, Winter Park
Themed cocktail recipes and spooky decor create the mood for Nightmare on Orange at The Courtesy. Photo courtesy of The Courtesy
The craft cocktail bar formerly located in downtown Orlando began its Nightmare on Orange pop-up in 2018. Special drink recipes and haunted house decor made a hit with the locals that still resonates at its Winter Park address. Dead space can quickly vanish, so reservations are encouraged. The pop-up runs Sept. 23 - Nov. 2 and bookings are available at the Nightmare on Orange web page.
Cocktails & Screams
Website for Cocktails & Screams
39 W. Pine St, Orlando
As Orlando's only year-round Halloween bar, Cocktails & Screams sets the bar for seasonal theming and parties. Photo courtesy of Cocktails & Screams
Every season is spooky at Orlando’s only Halloween-inspired cocktail lounge. Themed nights and live music are backdropped by an elaborate decor that boasts more than 480 skulls. The scary sights are complimented by a killer drink menu and cosplayers are always welcome, but Halloween has been special since its 2019 opening. This year’s festivities feature a 90s Vampire Ball on Oct. 30 starting at 9 p.m. Tickets are available here and check their Instagram posts for event updates.
Tactical Brewing Co.
Website for Tactical Brewing Co.
4882 New Broad St, Orlando
Unique brews and themed events make for a fun Halloween at Tactical Brewing Co. Image courtesy of Tactical Brewing Co.
Founded by veterans who love a good beer, Tactical is known for special events and brews for every season. The revolving craft beer menu has featured names like Zombie Curb Stomp, Ghost Blimp, and Cuddly Chupacabra - so, Halloween is a big deal for them. Special beer releases will begin on Sept. 26 with a Zombie Run scheduled for Oct. 30 at 6 p.m. Their annual Halloween Costume Contest will happen on Oct. 31. Check their social media for information.
Enzian Theater/Eden Bar
Website for Enzian Theater/Eden Bar
1300 S. Orlando Ave, Maitland
Enzian Theater puts on several scary shows throughout October with the 13 Films & Cocktails of Halloween schedule. Image courtesy of The Enzian
Enzian’s 13 Films & Cocktails of Halloween schedule returns with more movies and themed libations. This year’s lineup of 18 scary flicks begins on Oct. 1 along with a special cocktail menu at Eden Bar. The month of frightful fun ends with the Midway Mania carnival-themed Halloween party at Eden Bar with an entry fee of only $10. Ticket info and showtimes are available on the event web page.
Mangoni Italian Market Pizza
Website for Mangoni Italian Market Pizza
251 Tremaine St, Winter Garden
Mangoni Italian Market Pizza is presenting its "Haunted Mangoni" overlay from Sept. 1 - Oct. 31. Photo by Jim Carchidi
Downtown Winter Garden’s wood-fired pizza eatery is already decked-out with its ghostly overlay, dubbed “Haunted Mangoni.” A special menu includes a “Ghostly Margherita Pizza” with mozzarella ghosts and the “Killer Cannoli.” And cocktail creations range from the “Monster Transfusion,” featuring a syringe of raspberry vodka, to the double-sized “Blood Bath” with cherry vodka and watermelon Schnapps served in a bathtub bowl. Check their Instagram account for information.
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