Wally's Mills Ave Liquors

Orlando


It's been around since the early '50s, before Orlando became Disney, and while its peeling, naked-women wallpaper could use some updating, it wouldn't be Wally's without it. Nothing flashy, nothing loud, just a tiny, windowless, smoky bar with a jukebox and cheap, strong drinks – as much a dark dive as you'll find anywhere. And yes, it opens at 7:30am.

Wednesday night is $3 microbrews, Monday is $2 PBR beer, and the attached package store sells beer, wine and liquor.


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