Best New Bars of 2008

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From the archives: November 19, 2008

Club-goers and barflies left the hustle and bustle of their lives behind while experiencing new bars and clubs in Central Florida's nightlife world this year. The drinking and dancing destinations gave patrons a chance to take center stage or feel as if they were on vacation while stepping inside Mediterranean or chilly ambiances.

Best of '08

  1. 1 Stardust Lounge
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    431 E. Central Blvd., Orlando, FL 32801 (map)

    Retro revelers step back in time and experience 1960s Las Vegas while sipping strong tiki drinks and delectable martinis in downtown Orlando.

  2. 2 Club Limelite
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    367 N. Orange Avenue, Orlando, FL 32801 (map)

    Venture upstairs and find a nightclub with state-of-the-art lighting, a massive dance floor and a well-stocked bar for your nighttime adventure.

  3. 3 Nu Bamboo Lounge
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    4900 W. Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway, Kissimmee, FL 34746 (map)

    Hang out with Walt Disney World employees after the mouse house closes for the day in a bamboo-covered bar in Kissimmee.

  4. 4 3 Star Rating: Average ICEBAR Orlando
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    8967 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819 (map)

    Feel the chill in a year-round winter wonderland bar while wearing a thermal parka and gloves during your 45-minute excursion.

  5. 5 Finnhenry's
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    39 N Orange Ave, Orlando, FL 32801 (map)

    Irish pub fans and yuppies grab a Guinness and call this downtown bar home after a long day at the office.

  6. 6 Cheyenne Saloon & Opera House
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    120 W Church St, Orlando, FL 32801 (map)

    Cowboys and gals dance the night away on a horseshoe-shaped dance floor to live country bands at this western-style landmark in the Church Street district.

  7. 7 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Eden Bar
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    1300 S Orlando Ave, Maitland, FL 32751 (map)

    Experience lush and cozy surroundings at an outdoor patio bar themed after the Garden of Eden next to the Enzian Theater in Maitland.

  8. 8 Liam Fitzpatrick's
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    951 Market Promenade Ave, Lake Mary, FL 32746 (map)

    Lads and lasses drink Harp or Irish whiskey paired with bangers and mash, Shepherd?s pie and other fare from the homeland in Lake Mary.

  9. 9 2.5 Star Rating: Below Average Ember
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    32 W Central Blvd, Orlando, FL 32801 (map)

    Take an excursion to the Mediterranean without leaving the city at this 3.2 million dollar, luxurious bar that has the largest outdoor patio in downtown Orlando.

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