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4Roots Café

4.2 (20 reviews)
Open • 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Updated 2 months ago

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Tofu bowl
Nina A.

I had a tofu bowl & it was pretty good. Nice spicy kick. $7 for a salad bowl is not expensive...let alone in a museum. People in this state love complaining!

Packed out Saturday! (Order online for pickup recommended!)
Tyler S.

Cute little cafe inside the Orlando Science Center, and very convenient to those visiting the Art Museum or Shakespeare Center and craving a snack or reasonably healthy meal. We were visiting the Orlando Art Museum and needed some grub. Found this place immediately on Yelp and ordered our food on their website. Quick, easy, and tasty! As you can see if the photo, this place was swarming with unruly children, as expected on a Saturday for a science center. Nonetheless, we found a place sit and eat, and our food was only 5 minutes passed the original stated time--no complaints there. Food was decent, nothing spectacular but good for a museum cafe. Noise was 10/10 and the lack of parental advisory was a bit concerning but nothing the museum really could have done. The 4-Stars mainly comes in with the whole sustainability standards that are bolstered throughout the cafe area--live green wall, farm to table, etc.--but they still use single-use plastic ware with cellophane wrappers... doesn't match up in my opinion, but was the only thing that irked me in our experience.

Hours of this cafe located in the Orlando Science Center
Stacy V.

As members of the Orlando Science Center, we have been to 4Roots Cafe many times. It's a major upgrade from the sandwich chain that was here prior! It's a wonderful cafe that has the same owners as 4Rivers BBQ but it's on the healthier side. They have rice/salad bowls, sandwiches, and flatbreads. They also have an assortment of snacks as well. I gravitate towards the create-your-own bowls because you can choose your base, protein and veggies. The Cuban pork is excellent! My son loves the Dinosaur chicken nuggets and it comes with chips and a drink. The space is cafeteria style, nicely decorated and clean. They have a large tv that shows segments that are community focused which I enjoy. They also have a few activities off to the side which are fun to do. I'd you are an OSC member, you get a 10% discount on 4Roots!

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Katrina M.

Actually got this delivered from UberEats ( restaurant is located in the science center). Got the American, which has great flavor, super light, with a nice kick from the comeback sauce. Description said it comes with brown rice and quinoa but my dish only had brown rice. My friend has the Mediterranean- kale was fresh and not even remotely bitter. Food wasn't overpriced even for being on UberEats and tastes fresh. Would definitely recommend!

$8 Cuban sandwich
John V.

I would only recommend this place because it is good enough while you're at Orlando Science Center. The food is definitely mediocre and way overpriced, but it is better to eat here than leave to go somewhere else.

Ariel W.

The 4Roots Cafe is located on the ground floor of the Orlando Science Center. In September of this year the Orlando Science Center renovated their restaurant space that was formerly occupied by a Subway. The Science Center partnered with 4Roots, a non profit alliance founded by restauranteur John Waters. 4R is the charitable arm of the 4R Restaurant Group that includes 4Rivers Smokehouse. 4R revamped the museums restaurant into a place that serves food while at the same time operating as an exhibit that examines food and health issues. The restaurant reopened in October. According to their website the cafe has "A vision to inspire, educate, and empower others about critical food issues." The cafe's mission is not only to provide good, healthy, locally grown food that nourishes your body but they also want to provide education about health, farming practices, food waste, and food insecurity. The education portion of the cafe is achieved with a living wall, cooking demonstrations, videos, food activities, and children's activities. The science center hopes to make eating in their cafe interactive and fun. The restaurant is set up cafeteria style. It is grab and go counter service coupled with build a bowl. You tell them what you want, they give it to you, you pay, and you seat yourself in the large dining room. When designing the menu, 4Roots had to take in account that they were primarily feeding the children coming to the museum and their parents. The average cost of a menu item is $10. The menu includes build your own bowls, salads, wraps, focaccia, sandwiches, vegetarian options, a kids menu, and desserts. I ordered the balsamic chicken and mozzarella sandwich on baguette ($7.49). The bread was fresh and chewy and they heated it up so that the cheese was melted. It was delicious and reasonably priced. It looks the space is still being set up. On the way in they had an amazing diorama of the ocean and a Florida lighthouse scene made entirely out of sugar. Future exhibits will include hydroponics and a Florida food heroes section. Right now because of Covid you can only enter the restaurant through the museum entrance. Eventually you will be able to visit the 4Roots Cafe without paying the museum entrance fee. The 4Roots Cafe is a new experiment for the Science Center. It will be interesting to see how it develops.

Cookies
Justin L.

*** To Go Order***. I had the American bowl and Turkey bacon wrap. The bowl has a unique sauce" comeback" sauce. Decent in weight and fillings. The Turkey wrap I thought should include the comeback sauce on it. I'll check out this place in the future for more

Regular bowl, lettuce, rice, potatoes, Baja chicken.  Undercooked rice, overcooked chicken and potatoes.

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Bricks & Bowls - Buffalo Crackin' Chicken & Bacon

Bricks & Bowls

4.2(42 reviews)
1.9 mi

We were in Winter Park for the afternoon and looking for a good, affordable lunch. I'd heard about…read moreBricks & Bowls before (as well as the Ghost Kitchen concept), so we decided to give it a try. I was immediately drawn to the Ghost Pepper Chicken sandwich. I noticed they offered a Boxed Lunch combo that included a half-brick focaccia sandwich, a choice of side, chips, and a cookie. Under the Soups & Sides section of the menu, I saw soups, salads, fruit, chips, and bread listed, so I asked if I could get the Kale Caesar Salad as my side. I was told it wasn't considered a side. That struck me as a little odd since it was listed under "Soups & Sides," but I didn't press the issue and instead ordered the sandwich and salad separately. I do wish there had been a sandwich-and-salad combo option, especially since it's Florida and 100 degrees outside--hot soup wasn't exactly calling my name that day! The Ghost Pepper Chicken sandwich was a bit dry, and I didn't notice much Swiss cheese or enough ghost pepper bang sauce to add much heat or moisture. On the plus side, the focaccia bread was fantastic, and the sandwich was piled high with sliced chicken. Even the half-brick size was plenty filling. The Kale Caesar Salad was much smaller than expected and, ironically, seemed like it would have fit perfectly as a combo side. It also contained more romaine than kale, with just a sprinkling of baby kale on top. The Caesar dressing, however, was excellent--rich, creamy, and full of flavor. At $6 for a small bowl, I was hoping for a little more substance. I also treated myself to the Belgian Chocolate Salted Caramel Cookie that would have come with the Boxed Lunch combo, and it was outstanding. Soft, gooey, and packed with flavor. Bricks & Bowls has a pleasant outdoor seating area in a courtyard setting, with tables shaded by large umbrellas. Just keep in mind that there is no indoor seating, and even with the shade, it can be pretty warm during a Florida summer. Overall, it was a decent first experience with some highlights and a few disappointments. The food had some strong points, particularly the focaccia bread, dressing, and cookie, but at around $20 for a quick-service lunch, I left feeling that the value didn't quite match the price.

Great lunch counter with a ton of different options. All seating seems to be outside, but there was…read moreplenty that was covered and it was a really lovely, comfortable space just off of the hustle and bustle of Park Ave. We got a half brick and a salad, a little on the expensive side, but the food came out incredibly quickly and seemed fresh. The focaccia bread was great and we really loved the peppercorn caeser dressing that came with the salad. My sandwich did not have tomato listed, but did come with tomato on it which was a concern because I'm allergic, but I was able to pull it off. Could have been more of an issue for a different patron, though! The guys behind the counter were very efficient and friendly, but didn't know what was in one of the sauces, which was again a concern for me with a tomato allergy. Overall, the food was super good and we loved the outdoor space, but we may not return!

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The Local Butcher & Market

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4.1(104 reviews)
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I never heard of this place before and I was just hanging out with some old college friends for a…read morereunion and we decided to take a looksie there as it was very close to us, and it turned out to be the best decision as of today made! The food was amazing, especially the Nashville chicken sandwich and the cookie cream pie, but more importantly, our server Noah was the MVP. He was very friendly and very considerate. When it came closing time, he allowed us to calmly wrap up our social so he is really great with working with people. And also he was kind to take a group photo of us outside when he could have been only attending to his job. Overall, I'd totally comeback to this place again.

Incredibly disappointed in the TLB. I've been a fan for a long time, especially their dry aged…read moremeats, and am more than willing to pay for this type of product. Today, though, I noticed them selling Japanese Wagyu as: Sake Infused Dry Aged A9 Kobe Strip. This is a very scammy way of selling a product. First, meat is graded broadly on three scales - USDA (choice, prime), BMS (beef marbling scale - common in Aus), and the Japanese grading scale. (A1-A5, with most high end steaks being A4 or the gold standard, A5). https://meatnbone.com/blogs/the-clever-cleaver/meat-beef-grading-system-understanding A9 doesn't exist. A BMS 9 could be an A5. But this is mislabeled. They have also used the term A11 in their instagram account. Maybe they are confusing BMS for A-scale, or maybe they are intentionally trying to make their product seem better than competitors. Furthermore, not all Japanese Wagyu is Kobe beef. Kobe beef refers to Tajima cattle raised in Hyogo Japan. The export of this beef is highly regulated to only certain restaurants and purveyors, who will display a seal and certificate certifying the origin of the beef. It is rare, expensive, and most importantly, Bush Brothers (Local Butcher's wholesale purveyor) is not certified to sell, nor do they use in any way, the term Kobe Beef. So it is incredibly likely that this product is mislabeled. This isn't illegal (Kobe beef doesn't have a TM in the US), but it is disingenuous. https://www.kobe-niku.jp/en/contents/certification/index.html https://instagram.com/bushbros Next, "sake infused"is incredibly confusing. Is it referring to the myth that Kobe cattle are massaged with sake? Is it referred to the use of koji (fermented cooked rice) which is often used as an aging accelerant? Or did they really take Japanese Wagyu and infuse (inject, soak?) with sake? And why on earth would you do that!? It would be like making sangria with a bottle of DRC. This product is likely a A5 strip loin (which Bush Bros. does carry) that has been aged. Market price would be somewhere around $175-185/lb. (An unaged cut would be around $150/lb.) When I asked for more information on the most expensive cut of meat in their shop, I was treated with disdain and a dismissive attitude. Neither member of the staff could answer my questions other than to say "It's the highest grade of Kobe beef." To charge $215 dollars for a grade that doesn't exist, for a steak that isn't from Kobe, with an aging method that seems dubious at best, is disingenuous and plays on a lack of consumer knowledge. If The Local Butcher themselves don't know the differences here, they shouldn't sell this product. If they do, they should be ashamed of themselves.

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The Local Butcher & Market - Nice layout

Nice layout

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4.1(111 reviews)
1.8 mi•Colonialtown Center
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Tried Potbelly Sandwich (East Colonial store) for the first time, and it was AWESOME! Service was…read moreexcellent and patient with us first time boomers. I ordered the Big version of the Prime Beef sandwich thinking I'd take half home for leftovers. Unfortunately the 1st have was so darn delicious, I ate the 2nd half. Yes, I'm uncomfortably full now but due entirely to my lack of discipline . The sandwich shocked me how good it was. We used to love Quizno's toasted subs but they have been long gone. So glad to see a toasted sub place again. The wife ordered same sub - original size, and loved it too. We will definitely be back again and again to try different options.

I was excited to see that there's a Potbelly here in the Orlando area. I used to visit Potbelly…read moreoften when I spent time in Chicago and always enjoyed it, so I was looking forward to trying this location. I stopped in after doing some shopping and placed my order online so it would be ready by the time I finished. I ordered the chicken club sandwich and a Dream Bar. It was after 8 p.m. on a Saturday, and the restaurant was pretty much empty. My order was ready ahead of the quoted pickup time, which I appreciated. However, the sandwich didn't quite live up to what I remember. The bread didn't taste as fresh as I expected, and the sandwich was lukewarm instead of warm and toasty like I've experienced at other locations. The Dream Bar was also not quite what I remembered. It didn't have the same richness or taste that made it a favorite for me in the past. I'm not sure if the time of day impacted the quality, but the overall experience just didn't match the Potbelly I remember from Chicago. That said, because I've had great experiences with this brand in the past, I'd be open to giving this location another try. Food: 3 out of 5 Service: 4 out of 5 Value: 3 out of 5 Overall Rating: 3 out of 5 stars

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Potbelly Sandwich Shop
Potbelly Sandwich Shop
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KrungThep Tea Time

4.4(872 reviews)
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Came by KrungThep one day for a nice tea and a nice little dessert after dinner. It's such a chill…read morespace in there. Quite minimalist with some very comfy seating along the wall, and along the other wall was a huge assortment of loose-leaf teas. Pretty much any tea you desire, you can find there. Service was also excellent. Very nice people serving us, and everything came out timely. No service issues whatsoever. The tea itself was very very good. I forgot what hot tea we got, but it was lovely, just hot enough, and delicious. Yummy stuff. I did get a Thai Tea Float, though, which was wild. If you like Thai tea and you like sweet on sweet on sweet, get this. If you don't like sweet sweet, don't get it. We also got the Battle High Hate (Cookies 'n Cream ice cream, Kit-Kat, Ferrero, crushed peanut, chocolate syrup, chocolate powder and waffle cone). This thing was wild. Check the pic. Ice cream, waffle cone, covered in candy. Wow. It was as decadent and delicious as it sounds and looks. Overall, this was a fun little trip. Good tea, good desserts, good vibes. I'll come back.

LOVED this hidden gem in Orlando! I cannot believe I hadn't been here before a friend brought me!…read moreWe had to start with some of their giant signature drinks. They are known for their tea but I couldn't resist their Vietnamese Iced Coffee with a "Cheese" cold foam. Oh my goodness. It was absolutely delicious. Next we had our entrees so I got their most popular sandwich which was packed with flavor and umami. It was so unique- I have never tried anything like it! I loved having all the traditional Thai flavors packed into a sandwich. It was crispy, herby, savory, and so so delicious. Our servers were so sweet and it was such a cute little place! You've gotta try it out!

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KrungThep Tea Time - Matcha ice cream with brick toast

Matcha ice cream with brick toast

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Black Bean Deli - Empanadas

Black Bean Deli

4.2(513 reviews)
1.0 mi•North Orange
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Black Bean Deli is hands down my favorite quick-service restaurant in Orlando. Anytime we're…read moreanywhere nearby, it's basically a requirement that we stop. Everything tastes incredibly fresh, and somehow it's always just as good as the last time. The rice bowls are my go-to, especially with the sweet plantains and their green sauce ‍ genuinely one of the best sauces I've ever had. I would put it on just about anything. Honestly, I can't think of a single thing I wouldn't recommend. Empanadas? Amazing. Cuban sandwiches? Amazing. Desserts? Amazing. The coffee is probably a 4/5 for me, but that's only because I'm personally not a huge fan of darker Cuban-style coffee, it was still really good though! The atmosphere is always spotless and has such fun Cuban/Miami vibes. It's casual, welcoming, and just a great place to grab lunch. The only downside is that parking can be a little stressful depending on when you go, but it's absolutely worth it every single time. If you haven't been yet, do yourself a favor and go.

Holy moley! This was my first time at Black Bean Deli and it definitely won't be my last. I wasn't…read moresuper hungry, so I just ordered a guava pastry... and WOW. It was so good I honestly could've eaten 10 of them. I also had to try the yucca fries because I LOVE yucca fries, and these had to be some of the best I've ever had. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and absolutely hit the spot. I'm already looking forward to coming back and trying more from the menu next time!

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Left of the Counter

Black Bean Deli - Roasted pork bowl

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4.5(20 reviews)
2.3 mi

Pig Floyd's urban bbq was good ! Some of their menu items were bbq with a twist. I looked over…read morethe menu and decided on the Dragon brisket which I chose to get with the garlic noodles. I also ordered the Big Floyd which came with a side , & I got that with the Mexican street corn. They were out of all deserts except cookies so I grabbed a chocolate chip cookie which they make in house and they also have a unique taste but still good. I did order the food to go. They have seats if you'd like to dine in and they have a drive thru. I enjoyed the bowl it was very large and I had enough left over for lunch the next day. My husband got the sandwich and he enjoyed it as well. I would def come back again.

I'm a big fan of the original Pig Floyd's! We were patiently waiting for the second location to…read moreopen, it took a lot longer than we expected. We visited during the soft opening the first day. It did take a considerably long time about 30/35 minutes for our food. I think they lost our order through others at the time, so I was glad I went up to check in on it. We got the brisket bowl which you can get with noodles or fried rice for $19. The portion size is quite large and enough to share. I do think the noodles were a tad bit greasier than id prefer. I'm obsessed with the Pig Floyd's sandwich but I wanted to tried one of their new bowls. I'd say they are okay, maybe it's just my choice of noodles. I do think this location will be nice once they are quicker with service. They also have a drive through which is a nice plus if you wanna pick it up!

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Pig Floyd's - Dragon Brisket Bowl with garlic noodles $18

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Dragon Brisket Bowl with garlic noodles $18

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