Bar Rescue’s Jon Taffer celebrated the grand opening of Taffer’s Tavern in Orlando.
Known for saving bar owners from ruin on nine seasons of Paramount Network’s Bar Rescue, renowned hospitality expert and entrepreneur Jon Taffer cut the ribbon for the grand opening of Taffer’s Tavern Orlando on October 15th, ushering in a new era for the franchise. This location introduces a reimagined menu and expands on local favorites, next generation design, and a fully immersive brand experience that will serve as the blueprint for the tavern’s national expansion.
“This expansion into Orlando is more than just launching another location as it’s the blueprint for the future of Taffer’s Tavern,” stated Jon Taffer. “We’ve taken everything we’ve learned from operations to flavor innovation to build a model that’s smarter, stronger, and designed to scale. Orlando is a natural fit for Taffer’s Tavern, as a city that thrives on energy, excitement, and hospitality, all the things our brand stands for.”
Taffer’s Tavern makes its Florida debut in the heart of Orlando along International Drive, led by seasoned hospitality operator Nilesh Patel, who brings extensive experience in the restaurant and bar scene. Situated in a prime location just steps from convention centers, hotels, and entertainment attractions, Taffer’s Tavern aims to tap into the bustling foot traffic to further solidify its presence and attract a diverse clientele of locals, visitors, and business travelers seeking a unique dining experience. Alongside its elevated comfort food, the Orlando tavern puts the bar at the center of the guest experience, with signature cocktails and a robust spirits program.
“Orlando is the perfect city to debut Taffer’s Tavern in Florida,” said Nilesh Patel, franchisee of Taffer’s Tavern Orlando. “With its energy, diversity, and constant flow of visitors, it’s an ideal backdrop for the elevated tavern experience Jon has created. I’m thrilled to bring this one-of-a-kind concept to International Drive and can’t wait to welcome both locals and travelers to discover what sets Taffer’s Tavern apart.”
America’s Beverage, Dining & Hospitality Authority Jon Taffer was joined by franchisee Nilesh Patel, Orange County District 6 Commissioner Mike Scott, Craveworthy CEO Gregg Majewskil, and many others at the grand opening of Taffer’s Tavern in Orlando (9101 International Dr #1204, Orlando, Florida 32819).
Inspired by the quintessential neighborhood pub, a regular gathering place for locals and visitors alike, Taffer’s Tavern is designed with traditional Old World taverns in mind. The new franchise locations showcase the culinary evolution of Taffer’s Tavern, emphasizing bold, elevated comfort food with a modern twist. Spirit-forward sauces, developed in collaboration with Taffer’s spirits portfolio, infuse classic dishes with innovative flavor. With an emphasis on providing the highest quality products and service, guests can expect both fan favorites and all-new offerings designed to surprise and satisfy.
New and signature menu highlights include:
Bourbon Burger ($17.95) – Browned Butter Bourbon signature sauce, Browned Butter Bourbon-glazed caramelized onions, whiskey bacon, aged white cheddar, brioche bun
Hangover Wings ($12.95) – 5 twice-cooked chicken wings, celery, carrots, ranch or bleu cheese. Flavors: michelada, original Buffalo, tequila lime, Dot’s Pretzels-crusted, cinnamon whiskey
Whiskey Business Burger ($18.95) – Spicy whiskey ketchup, whiskey bacon, arugula, provolone, fried egg, American cheese, brioche bun
Salted Caramel Triple Chocolate Brownie (13.95) – House-made honey bourbon ice cream, spiced rum caramel sauce
In addition to its culinary updates, the new locations will bring together the entire Taffer Brands portfolio with proprietary cocktails incorporating Taffer’s Browned Butter Bourbon – a rich, bold bourbon whiskey with notes of vanilla and toffee balanced by a full body. The concept came to Taffer while he was producing one of his many episodes of “Bar Rescue” at Taffer’s Tavern Alpharetta to blend the bold complexity of whiskey with the transformative ingredient of browned butter.
For more information, to make reservations, and for franchise opportunities, visit Taffer’s Tavern.
Jon Taffer is America’s beverage, dining & hospitality authority with nearly 40 years of experience as an award-winning hospitality expert, entrepreneur, and thought leader. Best known as executive producer and star of Paramount Network’s “Bar Rescue,” a non-scripted reality show that spotlights Taffer as he saves failing bars from looming closure, helping Americans drink better, dine better, and love hospitality again.
Photo Credits: Ryan Brenner/Craveworthy and Taffer’s Tavern