The Stubborn Mule is a contemporary New American restaurant located in Orlando's Thornton Park neighborhood. Established in 2016, it offers a vibrant atmosphere with a rustic-chic interior featuring dark wood finishes and wagon-wheel chandeliers, as ... read morewell as a spacious patio for outdoor dining. The restaurant is known for its handcrafted mule cocktails, an extensive selection of wines and draft beers, and a menu that emphasizes locally sourced ingredients.

The menu features a variety of dishes, including the signature Stubborn Mule Burger with Angus beef, bacon, and pepper jack cheese fondue, and the Sticky Pork Belly appetizer with an Asian sticky sauce and garlic cilantro aioli. Other notable items include the Korean BBQ Ribs, Lemon Hummus with marinated feta and naan, and the Southwest Chicken Flatbread with black bean spread and chipotle aioli. For brunch, popular choices are the "Who Woke Up First?" sandwich with fried chicken and maple pepper bacon between Krispy Kreme doughnuts, and the Shrimp and Grits with cheesy gouda grits and smoked chorizo.

The Stubborn Mule operates Monday through Thursday from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM, Friday and Saturday from 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM, and Sunday from 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM. Brunch is served on weekends from 11:00 AM to 2:30 PM. The restaurant offers indoor and outdoor seating, takeout, delivery, and accepts reservations. It's a popular spot for both locals and visitors seeking a lively dining experience with innovative dishes and a robust beverage program.