A first in the mixology movement in Orlando, The Courtesy is a must-stop in Downtown Orlando. Words that come to mind: dapper, on trend, and sophisticated. This place is not for the faint at heart, nor is it a place for those in a rush — like a first kiss, this place takes time.

Home to the pudding shot and the occasional Irish fight song, it’s a must-stop for that alone. The cookies and cream pudding is always a safe bet, but plenty of other options as well. (Also home to a plethora of beers and loads of Jameson and other whiskeys and spirits too). Locals and out-of-towners alike enjoy this little Irish pub.

An Orlando staple, The Lodge embraces Christmas year-round, one designed by a drunk Clark Griswold. It’s less kitschy, and more of a colorfully lit, yuletide rager. Boasting all of the elements, it’s home to a photo booth, a punching bag game, and a perennial TV fireplace to keep the customers warm when the temps drop frighteningly below 70.

Swap out the stockbrokers for bartenders, the investments for bar tabs, the Dow Jones for Dirty Bingo, and Orlando’s Wall Street might as well be in the Big Apple. The heart of downtown nightlife beats through this never-ending block party. The seven bars that line the street are as different as the days of the week; yet operate like a fine-oiled machine. Holidays and sporting events tend to bring out the whole city. For those who enjoy a good Sunday Funday, Wall Street will put them to the test.

Live music every night of the week, copious amounts of multi-flavored popcorn, and cheap booze — in a nutshell, that’s Casey’s. The drinks here are stronger than most and are best enjoyed on the outside patio after midnight; the people watching on Central should cost money it’s so good.

Magnolia is as close to a home grown Orlando bar as it gets. From the hatred of Dwight Howard to the eclectic mix of its patrons, Magnolia isn't a melting pot — it’s a carefully crafted cocktail with all the right ingredients. The proof is in the taste of its signature drink, the Magnolia. The owner Pat has carefully curated the bar’s décor with walls adorned with masked naked ladies, a freezer door with a painted frozen Han Solo, (both by local artists) and even a framed picture of the original cast of 90210.

Epcot’s not the only place in Orlando to drink around the world. After entering through the doors of The Harp & Celt, one is immediately transported to what feels like a true Irish pub (minus the accents). With a significant selection of beers and malt whiskeys, this family-owned pub has a knack for authenticity. The Harp & Celt is by far the premier place in O-town to watch good footie.

Albeit rather new, there’s not a better-dressed place than Mather’s downtown. From dress code to décor, no one does it classier. The attention to detail is noticeable down to the doorknobs. The drink list is a page taken out of a bartender’s dream manual. The music: Frank Sinatra and the Rat Pack, and10000 percent worth the effort of looking sharp. Tip: Note the hours of operation.

Shots, shots, shots, shots, shots, shots… (everybody). Also — bottle service, and the latest in hip-hop or electronic, this is Bullit Bar. Don’t sleep on noticing the artwork and/or the naked girl wallpaper. This place is popular more oft than not, especially on weekends and often times, home to Orlando’s local celebrity athletes.

Home to loaded Caprisuns and free beer on UCF gamedays, The Basement is the downtown home of many a college kids. Here it’s the more, the merrier. (PS Double-fisting is totally acceptable). While some Orlandoans still miss Pine Street Bar & Grill, The Basement has a recipe for success for the newer wave of twenty-somethings.

Think of Cheers, but only if Ted Danson, Shelley Long and Rhea Perlman chain-smoked cigarettes and drank craft beer. This basement bar is a downtown gem that never disappoints. Their Monday reggae nights are a high note on an otherwise slow Orlando evening. Tanquerey’s has the funk — in every good sense of the word.