Irene's Lounge & Package Store

Started in 1975, Irene's Lounge is now known as a landmark of historic downtown Tavares FL. Located near David Walker Drive, and less than two miles from downtown. Irene's is the choice hangout for over 33 years. Irene was proud of her club. On Friday, Aug. 23, 2009. Irene passed away and the lounge was put up for sale. On Aug 16, 2011, Jason Lee purchased the club. After careful deliberation, decided it would be best to carry on Irene's name and the color pink, but with new traditions that more

We ran in one night on a ""girls night out"" We almost died laughing! First you walk in and the bar is about 5 feet in front of you. Hang a left and there's tables and chairs and a dance floor. The music was horrible, but the decor was even WORSE! I have no clue who would frequent such a place. I've been told it's for over 60 crowd. We went to the bathroom and the bar maid followed us in. We asked her where the nightlife was and she suggested another bar in Tavares. She said she wished she could leave and go there herself, because the place was SO dead. We left. Cons: Beyond Tacky more

you had to know miss irene and if you didnt you still knew of her.she touched all those who crossed her path in one way or another and i swear she was an angel helping those who needed something in life to give them hope,a reason to get back up on their feet and keep going.this town has lost an icon and i guarantee you it will never be the same without her.anyway your work is in heaven now beautiful and i know he has a special place for you irene.i wont cry because i know you have that great big smile on your face right now,the same one you used to smile at me with when ever i saw you.watch over us from above like the angel that you are and know that we all are thinking about you and we will never forget just how much you were a part of our lives.thank you for all that you do.love you always angel. Pros: if you didnt know miss irene just ask those who did Cons: we are really going to miss you more