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When you want a one-of-a-kind dining experience with a good selection of food and beverages with amazing music, head over to Ole Red at ICON Park in Orlando. The animated spot boasts a combination of great food and live music with family and friends. If you are visiting Orlando, make sure that you’ll head over to Ole Red.
A close look at Ole Red
When it comes to service in Ole Red, you will only get the best. We had the opportunity to meet Brittany Rice, the manager of the restaurant. She was hands-on and hospitable, making sure to cater to our needs and questions along the way.
Mark Boor is the executive chef, the star of Ole Red. With his extensive experience and a magical touch, while working on his favorite ingredients such as unsalted butter and basil, you’ll enjoy amazing dishes during your visit. Indulge in delicious food and a great selection of beverages.
Ole Red has 4 locations with a calendar of live music events that you should not miss out on if you love to jam. If you are planning to drop by soon, check out the line-up of events here. If you are planning an upcoming birthday or any event, Ole Red is one of the good choices to consider. Additionally, the restaurant has a gift store in case you want to bring home souvenirs.
Recommended choices at Ole Red
Once you decide to drop by at Ole Red, you will surely love the selection of food and beverages to choose from. Before heading over, you can check out the menu here.
As for the items we tried in Ole Red, we highly recommend them.
Here are some of the must-try specialty drinks at Ole Red. You can choose from a 20 oz. Pilsner or a 20-oz. Mason jar take-home souvenir. We got our beverages with the mason jar take-home souvenir.
- NO VACANCY RED SANGRIA. Cabernet Sauvignon, Apple Brandy, Apricot Brandy, Fresh Fruit
- REDNECK MAI TAI. Rumhaven Coconut Rum, Myers Dark Rum, Mountain Dew, Melon Liqueur, Pineapple Juice, Orgeat
As for the menu items, the hamburgers are the popular choice, so I tried one, and it was delicious.
Here are some of the items we tried and would recommend:
RED, RED, REDNECK SHRIMP. Crispy Shrimp, Bar-B-Que Corn, Cilantro, Fresno Peppers, Spicy Sauce
OKLAHOMA ONION BURGER. Beer Onions, American Cheese, Lettuce, Tomatoes, Pickles
DIVE BAR TACOS. Fried Shrimp or Fried Grouper, Vinegar Slaw, Avocado Smash, Jalapeños, Cotija, Rotel™ Tomatoes, Habanero Mayo, Bar-B-Que Street Corn, Flour Tortillas
BAR-B-QUE GATOR WINGS. Tishomingo Potato Salad, Vinegar Slaw, Orange Bar-B-Que Sauce. This is one of the food items that I highly recommend. As a suggestion by Chef Mark, it is one of the popular options, and we tried it for the first time, and it was great. The gator wings undergo a 3-day marination process and preparation.
OOEY GOOEY TUB-O-FUDGE BROWNIE. Oreo® Crumbles, Vanilla Ice Cream. As for dessert, we had this item, and it was the perfect choice to conclude our meal.
What do people have to say about Ole Red Orlando?
Let’s check out what people must share about their experience at Ole Red.
- “Great place to hang out! Live music playing on the stage! Outdoor seating, soon to open the second level, which will overlook the stage for a concert-like appeal. Great food, wonderful beer selection, and a little gift shop that had a few items of interest! The lights were properly set, the stage was perfect, and the band was awesome! Will be coming back!!”
- “Live music with the band Alex Hayes? what a great mixture of country and rock music!”
- “The wings were awesome! Well done, nice and crispy, covered in their sauce was delicious! Great place for family and to hang with friends. We’ll be back!”
- “A great time. Live music with good food and drinks.”
- “Great times. The Gator wing is perfect.”
- “Great live music and food. Bartending staff is amazing. Highly recommend. Thank you to Megan behind the bar. Always a delight. See you all soon.”
- “Awesome experience. Make sure you go on weekends for non-stop music all day. The food was fantastic.”
- “Enjoyed the layout and atmosphere. So many great things on the menu. The cornbread and street corn are amazing sharables.”
- “Had a great time out with everyone! Ole Red (Blake Shelton’s) restaurant was the best! Good food, a good live band, and the best servers with Megan and Julia!”
- “Amazing restaurant, great food, great staff. I can’t wait to go back!”
Final Thoughts
If you love live music while enjoying a great selection of food and beverages, Ole Red is one of the must-visit dining spots in Orlando that you should not miss out on. Bring along family or friends to have a blast with great beats, lively ambiance, and amazing food.
Ole Red Location Map
Ole Red
8417 International Drive, Orlando Fl 32819
321-430-1200
Hours Of Operation
Monday – Closed
Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday – 5 Pm To 9:30 Pm
Friday – 5 Pm To 12:30 Am
Saturday – 11:30 Am To 12:30 Am
Sunday – 11:30 Am To 9 Pm