Happy with my visit to black bean deli. Being Hispanic from South Florida, where there's a multitude of Latin American options at every corner, when I travel to other states or cities, I often have a Latin American craving. On my visit to Orlando. I decided that I wanted some Cuban food and black bean deli came to my rescue. Black bean deli is a fast casual establishment where you order at the counter and receive a number for your table. The servers then bring out your meal to you. They have a lot of of main Cuban dishes, HOWEVER THEY DONT HAVE VACA FRITA. Vaca Frita is my main go to Cuban dish that I crave and I was disappointed that they did not have it. I'm not a huge fan of pork so I didn't want to try any of their pork dishes. But I did get a Cuban sandwich (yes I know it has some pork in it) and it was pretty good and a great size. My American boyfriend enjoys burgers, and to our pleasant surprise they had a Cuban influenced Berger that he tried. We also got a side of Yucca fries and were pleasantly surprised at the portion for six dollars. At some more high scale restaurants when ordering a side of yucca, the portion is very small so we were impressed. This location also has a decent small parking lot. The other location also nearby in Orlando about 15 minutes away from this one, has a much more tighter parking area with only a few spaces. If you're not great with barking, I suggest coming to this location instead. - multiple locations - no Vaca Frita on the menu -cuban influenced burger -plentiful fried yucca -tasty cuban sandwich! read more

Black Bean Deli - Cuban sandwich & Frita Burger - Cuban Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

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It had been a minute since I'd popped into a Black Bean Deli. I'm so glad we stopped by! I brought my mom here and she was so excited that they still had the cuban special (it was her favorite thing to order way back in the day when she worked down the street). I ordered the Havana Pork bowl. This place is fast casual so you order at the counter and then find a seat. The food took a little time but the ordering process went quick for going during peak lunch hours. The food was so good. Amazing maduros and the havana pork was very flavorful. My mom said the cuban was just as good as when she used to order it often. Needless to say, I'm going to need to bring my mom here again because she keeps saying "when are you picking me up to go again???" Great spot for lunch! read more

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I cannot wait to come back and try more foods here! I was only able to snack on the guava and cheese pastelito, which I found delicious. Great small snack before we hit the road! The cashier was welcoming which is a plus anytime I visit an establishment for the first time. It's definitely a cute spot. We didn't notice we could put away dishes until right before we left lol--it was just behind where we were sitting. Highlights Get the colada if you need a pick-me-up for you and a friend If you're wanting something refreshing, get Natalie's Guava Lemonade read more

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Black Bean Deli never disappoints. No matter what location I go to, or if I dine in or carry out, they consistently deliver delicious food at an amazing price. I usually alternate between the salad with tuna and a picadillo empanada or the garbanzo bean soup with no rice and the yuca fries. This visit was the latter. We went on Saturday evening - they weren't busy and the service was fantastic. The staff kept coming to check on us to see if we needed anything and offered to take our plates away when we were done. The restaurant was nice and clean. read more

Black Bean Deli - Cuban Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

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Chill space, quick service. I would most recommend the empanadas. They are pulled hot and fresh at the register when you order. If you need a quick bite an icy cold Natalie's juice and oversized empanada seems pretty perfect to me. read more

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Black bean deli--both locations--have always been very solid choices for me, for years. My most recent visit to the Orange Ave location was no different. We ordered at the counter and the wait was quick. Our food took a little longer, but we did come during prime lunch hour. There was plenty of seating. The food was delicious and consistent as always--my medianoche was delightful and my friend enjoyed her meal, a bowl, as well. I appreciate that they carry Diet Coke cans, which is a preference for me as a Diet Coke snob! The parking at this location can be a little bit tricky but there are usually spots available, even during busy times. read more

Black Bean Deli - Cuban Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

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To be fair, I wrote a not very positive review about Black Bean about a year ago but our visit yesterday was very good. It was Mothers Day and everywhere was very busy. Black Bean was busy but service was perfect and on time. The cuban sandwiches were excellent. They have a new varied selection of empanadas. We had the new cuban sandwich empanada and it was excellent. We encourage Black Bean to continue its good service and operations as it is a distinct place to have a quick meal of cuban and latin plates. read more

This was my first time going to this location and I was pleasantly surprised that they had so much seating available, I'm use to going to the 50 location and it's tiny compared to this. When we entered we placed our order at the counter and were served our food. We ordered a cafe con leche and a guava pastelito to start and both were very good. The coffee was your average cafe con leche and the guava pastelito had the perfect amount of cheese with guava and was very light. The grilled cheese Cubano was toasted perfectly and had a good amount of cheese. The croqueta sandwich had great flavor and was a little dry but I still enjoyed it. The pricing for the food/drinks is very reasonable especially for the quality of food. I will definitely be a repeat customer. read more

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Black Bean Deli is one of my go to cafes in Winter Park. I love all the plants everywhere and how delicious and affordable the food is! I ordered the media noche & two ham croquetas. Both items were so good! I love the sweet and savory tastes of both items! If you love cuban food, give it a try! read more

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Stopped by the black bean deli for a quick lunch and I really enjoyed this spot. You order at the counter and then are given a number and your food is brought out to your table. I ordered the Havana pork bowl, my boyfriend order the Cuban sandwich, and a side of Maduros. We thankfully just beat the lunch rush when we arrived and our food came out rather quickly. The Havana bowl was huge and I ate about most of it minus the tomato's. The Cuban sandwich was huge and delicious. The Maduro side was a tower of plantains which was a nice surprise but not what I was expecting at all. We had to pack that up and bring it home. Inside was clean and typical seating with plants decorated around. read more

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I've been wanting to find a good Cuban bakery somewhere in Orlando. Although this isn't a full throttle Cuban bakery... they do have the usual Cuban pastries here (empanadas, croquetas, etc.), and they are very decently priced and really good here! Any Cuban place that has a delicious green cilantro sauce has a place in my heart, but the fact that they also add avocado into their sauce here is amazing! My boyfriend and I came here for a quick dinner one night, and we weren't disappointed. The staff were very kind even though it was nearing closing time and were somewhat busy. We had some empanadas and croquetas as an appetizer then had the entrees that are pictured here. This is probably the best Cuban food that is in the Winter Park area. My only "complaint" is that my pork in the Havana Pork bowl was a tad bit dry (it's ok though because the magic green sauce fixes everything). It was the end of the day so maybe that's why? Next time I come, it'll be mostly for those pastries, coffee, and possibly a sandwich instead of an entree :) read more

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Takeout from the Winter Park location: Baked Chicken Plate ($18) and the Havana Pork Plate ($18). Baked chicken had good flavor on the skin, a little on the dry side, but the green sauce balanced it out. Havana pork had great flavor and was even better with that same sauce. Both plates came with salad and plantains which were cooked to an excellent caramelization. You might get more quantity at a different Cuban restaurant but the food tastes lighter/cleaner and well-prepared here. read more

Black Bean Deli - Baked chicken plate - Cuban Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

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Black Bean Deli is basically my happy place for Orlando eats. Every bite feels like my Cuban/Colombian family's cooking got a chic little upgrade. The empanadas are rich, crispy, perfect. Iced café con leche is peak Cuban-gringo energy, and I'm here for it. Staff is always genuinely kind, and my go-to usually being a Cuban sandwich combo with rice and beans warms my little Hispanic heart every single time. Honestly, if I could breathe Black Bean Deli, I would. read more

Black Bean Deli - Ropa Vieja empanada, Cuban sandwich empanada, iced cafe con leche - Cuban Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

Used to be good, not anymore. Worst Cuban sandwich ever. I would take a Publix or 7/11 Cuban sandwich over this any day. It's a ham sandwich with a paper thin slice of processed pork. All you taste is ham and mustard. They don't even make them on location; they are pre-made at another facility and shipped to the restaurants to heat and serve. The black beans container was half white rice and half dried up bean soup; it did not taste terrible. If you remember how good they were a decade ago when they were located on 17/92 don't go back and ruin the memory. Go to any bodega if you want a good one for half the cost. And Texas Pete hot sauce, really? read more

Black Bean Deli - Cuban Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

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I can't believe it's taken me this long to check out Black Bean Deli for lunch, but I made it! The outdoor seating was perfect for the day we chose, but the inside seating looked nice and casual as well. I had the Cuban sandwich, and it was both a great size and full of flavor! It was just what I wanted out of this classic sandwich, and I'm a sucker for anything with mustard and pickles. My colleagues enjoyed a few different bowls, and everyone left full and happy. Ordering was quick and efficient, and this made for a perfect lunch spot during the work week. read more

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I'm slightly obsessed with BBD. I've been coming for years since their original location and I even frequented the colonial location when it opened but for some reason I am now in my BBD era. It's a healthy option that has lots of flavor and is fairly easy/fast to get. My fav is getting the baked chicken platter with white rice (the yellow rice has dyes in it), sweet plantains & add fried yuca. I opt out of the black beans and salad. My son loves that they have Natalie's lemonade and Martinelli's apple juice available, since we don't drink soda. I love their sweet tea and think it's one of the best in town. The garlic aioli sauce that comes with the meal is to die for. I always end up paying for another side of it. This place is great for meeting a friend, taking your kids or family out to eat, big groups, and fast meals. I often order to go. The interior is really nice and the staff are just lovely. They are all very friendly and take good care of you and the restaurant. We love BBD! read more

Black Bean Deli - Baked Chicken Plate with white rice, sub fried yuca & sweet plantains! They absolutely hooked it up and this is my fav meal here - Cuban Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

I was really excited to dine at Black Bean since I haven't been there since 2019. I went for dinner around 6:30 and I was surprised at how empty it was. We ordered a white-meat chicken salad, chicken soup, plantains and a rice bowl. The food was fine. It definitely wasn't as good as I remember it being. The chicken in my salad was a little dry and the rice in the bowl tasted like it had been sitting out for a few hours. It was also really expensive. By the time we tipped, it was $54, which I feel is expensive for a QSR with smaller portions. They were very nice, though. I'm on crutches and they held the door for me on my way out. I'd definitely go back but the quality is not as good as it once was. read more

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I was only able to try their coffee here. I initially regretted not eating here as well, but glad I at least got to try their coffee. Staff he was friendly and got my coffee drink out very quickly. I ordered their ice cafe con leche. It was not as strong as a traditional cafe con leche, but had just the right amount of sweetness. Not a bad way to start your day on a hot Florida summer morning. read more

Black Bean Deli - Iced Café con Leche - Cuban Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

Love Black Bean Deli! This has been a go to for cuban sandwich in Orlando for years. I really like to go and get their lunch special, which is $10 for a cuban and black beans and rice. Always super good and on point. I love to add the hot sauce to my sandwich. Also my favorite is their cafe con leche which will be sure to give you that afternoon pick me up! read more

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I was in town for a conference so when in Rome. I read good things about this place. Service was great. Cashier was friendly and helpful with the menu. Food came out hot. The shredded beef empanada was out of this world. Juicy, full of flavor and paired perfectly with the crispy crust. The Cuban was your traditional Cuban sandwich. It was delicious. I would highly recommend this place for anyone looking for good food! read more

Our buddy John tipped Chas and I off to a spot near Orlando that had a killer Cuban sandwich so right away my interest was peaked. We were staying near Orlando at the time so we hopped into the car and drove to Winter Park to check out Black Bean Deli. We got some various appetizer type things as well but the points of focus here are the Media Noche, The Cuban, and the Pan Con Bistec. It would be foolish of me to not also mention that anytime we hit an establishment like this if they offer a Cafe con Leche ... we get it. The woman at the counter was very nice and helpful and the business had plenty of tables/was well lit and clean. Started off by trying the Media Noche. I enjoyed this very much but I did miss the pickles on it (they were available by request but we wanted to get an idea for it with/without) and although I loved this bread, I do think I prefer the bread the Cuban comes on. This was like a sandwich on a sweet piece of cornbread almost. Again that is not to say I didn't highly enjoy it...I'm just partial to the bread of the Cuban. Tried out Chas' Pan con Bistec next. This was steak with sautéed onion, crispy fried potatoes, and a smooth salsa like sauce on the same bread the Cuban comes on. I was nervous the steak would have a lot of bite and be hard to chew but that couldn't be further from the truth. Absolutely a sandwich you should try, especially if you aren't big on the things that come on a Cuban. The Cuban is exactly what I had hoped it would be and was craving. The pork was delicious and juicy, the ham had a great flavor and texture, the bread was the exact flavor I wanted, and the pickles/mustard/swiss all rounded out and complimented the other flavors of the sandwich. A properly built Cuban is honestly one of my favorite styles of sandwich by far. The Cafe con Leche was delicious! I am not big on sweet things/drinks but this is one I make an exception for every single time. The coffee was strong and the sweetness was even stronger. Excellent Beverage. Black Bean Deli 100% - Didn't Suck! read more

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I absolutely loved this place. I specifically am obsessed with how they get the chicken to be so tender and delicious. It literally shreds at the touch and is the perfect meat for a rice bowl. I love love loved the yuca fries also. I always switch the plantains in the bowl for yuca fries and it's such a good move. I loved the collective taste of the bowl but also the presentation. The restaurant is minimalistic and clean. I love the exterior and interior . The location was pretty good and parking was easy! I will definitely be back. I asked one of the workers for ketchup and she stopped everything she was doing on a busy day to help me! I appreciate you! read more

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Black bean deli is always clean, friendly and tasty experience. I ordered quickly and the counter and got an empanada and croquette which were the highlight of my meal. The croquette was only $1! The avocado toast looked amazing but needed more salt to bring out the tomato flavor. Good value and good food. Community staple. read more

Black Bean Deli - Empanadas y Ham Croquetas - Cuban Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

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The Cuban is HUGE and DELICIOUS! Food was fresh and warm when it arrived. The plantains don't miss. Always add them. Look at me. Always. read more

Black Bean Deli - The Cuban & plantains - Cuban Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

Black bean deli is a Cuban spot I love. It's a clean modern take on Cuban and the restaurant ambiance reflects that. This is a quick service style restaurant. I tried a new sandwich the pan con bistec and it was great! I always get maduros as well. read more

Black Bean Deli - Pan con Bistec - Cuban Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

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My favorite coffee shop in winter park. If you're looking for good food, vibes or even a creative work space they've got you covered. I've visited multiple times & the customer service & care is always there. They always have hot & fresh empanadas. Definitely recommend for all my creators looking for a dope space to edit & create. read more

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Been wanting to try this Cuban place for awhile. I finally found myself in the area and stopped in for lunch. The parking at this specific location is smaller and kind of tight but we got in. Inside was nice but full so I had to sit on the patio. I thought the patio was nice. I ordered the special, half Cuban with rice and beans. Probably one of the best cubans I have had. Definitely the best locally. Service was fast and friendly. I would recommend stopping in if you were in the area. read more

Black Bean Deli - Cuban Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

I got my wisdom teeth removed a few weeks ago. And this meal was all I could think about and it did not disappoint. If you were you ask me "what food can I eat every day and never get tired of". This. This right here. A Cuban sandwich and a side of crispy hot fried yuca with their garlic aioli. Is it bad that as I was enjoying this I kept thinking "I can't wait til I come back". read more

Black Bean Deli - The Cuban (minus a nibble) - Cuban Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

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We've had a lot of weirdly cold, rainy days lately, and Black Bean is the perfect place to go get cozy. The chicken soup is EVERYTHING. I came here at noon on a Sunday. When I say everything was absolutely perfect, I mean perfect! The staff were all nice. The service was fast. It wasn't too busy. (Though the line got super long at around 12:30, so come early!) We sat at the window seats watching the cold rain while warming out bones with hot soup, filling our bellies with maduros, feeling cozy the velvety cafe con leche, and washing it all down with a refreshing guava mimosa! This is the second time I've been here, and both times it's been perfection. 10/10 read more

Black Bean Deli - Maduros and chicken soup! - Cuban Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

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Best Cuban food in Florida. I would fly to Orlando just to have a Cuban bowl and cortadito. Super cute space with tropical midcentury modern vibes. Casual, local, laid back with food prepared with great care. Great service too. read more

Black Bean Deli - Vegetarian Cuban Bowl - Cuban Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

We have wanted to come for years and finally made it happen. I have a soy allergy and discovered the fry everything in soybean oil. Their salad dressings are also soy based. So I was limited to their sandwiches, but what a great limitation. Their Cuban sandwich is the best I've ever had! We got the lunch special (available til 3:00), a Cuban with a side of black beans and rice for $10. It was almost enough to split. And the flavors are authentic. We even got an order to go for some friends. We will be back! read more

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Being Cuban from Miami it was a nice treat to have Black Bean Deli. Finally found a place with an amazing pan con bistec, I would say the best one I've had in Orlando. I especially liked the crispy stick fries in it. There was decent amount of street parking and parking near the restaurant, we went for lunch on a weekend. The ambiance was nice with chill Cuban vibes. The rice and beans weren't bad but personally I prefer a more equal rice to bean ratio as it was mostly beans. And the Croquetas weren't bad. I was happy they had lime when I asked. The service was great and didn't take too long. Definitely worth the drive and is a must try spot in Orlando! read more

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Spent $25 and got a disgusting, cold dry sandwhich. Also didn't give me utensils all very expensive.

The chicken always has been dry and overcooked for the past year. The cook need to make it better! Also the tuna sandwich had very little tuna in it and one thin piece of lettuce. The bread was dry and stale. The beans are good - yippee! read more

Well, I finally stopped by this restaurant today. I was in the area and finally pulled the trigger. It's a clean restaurant with modern decor and full of hip young people working on their shiny new Macbook laptops, LOL. So, my plan was to get a Cuban sandwich, black beans and yuca fries. I arrived at 10:35am and was told that all of the three things I wanted were not available until 11:00am. Yes, 25 minutes made that big of a difference. I asked the guy on the counter about the 6"Cuban and black beans combo and he said: " We don't have that anymore". So...if it is not available, why is it in the "everyday menu" online??? He noticed the disappointment in my face, so they agreed to make me a Cuban sandwich. I also had a ham croqueta and an orange juice. The Cuban sandwich was okay. I think it needed more ham...but it was not bad. The best part was the bread. The croqueta was okay as well. Will I ever go back? Probably, but I guess it will have to be "after 11:00am" so I could try other menu items. By the way - this is not an authentic Cuban Restaurant. It is an Americanized version of one. read more

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Stopped by on a Friday night and wasn't very busy. There's a few parking spots right beside the restaurant so I was lucky to find a spot. I got the cuban frita burger (only available Friday-Sunday) and a tres leches for dessert. The burger was tasty and very flavorful though not super filling. Probably should have ordered the fried egg on top. The tres leches was quite small but absolutely delicious though. Quite a bit of seating inside and staff are attentive and helpful! Overall a nice place to grab a quick bite. read more

Black Bean Deli - Cuban Frita Burger - Cuban Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

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I'm most definitely addicted to black bean's iced cafe con leche with oat milk half sweet! So consistent, always friendly and gotta grab a tostada for me and the baby too! So good! read more

Black Bean Deli - Menu - Cuban Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

Cuban food with a twist, in my opinion the frita was burnt burger, had no flavor whatsoever and the cuban frita its know for its chorizo flavor and its not charcoal burnt. On the other hand everything else was on point, and the staff was pretty nice read more

Black Bean Deli - Cuban Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

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This place is super cute. It's clean, it's got a great vibe, and plenty of seating. The Cuban sandwich was one of the best I've ever had. The cortadito double was good. The rice and beans were good as well but not my favorite. read more

I had never been to BBD and decided to give them a try. I went twice this past weekend to this location and the experience was like night and day from one visit to the next. On Friday, I stopped by and was not only greeted but taken care by a nice, friendly and attentive cashier. I got a chicken empanada and a side salad for a snack and got served super fast and was able to eat inside a but oast lunchtime. On Sunday, we were greeted after we got the menus, which listed what was going to be available for the following day. The person that took our order was friendly and attentive and made good suggestions. What was odd was that he told us that he was told that we had to get our food to go to not rush us out of the restaurant. I guess they were going to close soon? That would had been good to know before allowing us to place our order. We did not want to be rushed but there were people still dining and the ladies that ordered after us sat and enjoyed what they ordered. That sure did not leave a good experience that I clearly got before. We got our food and asked the manager? Why we were not allowed to sit as there were other customers dining before and after us? We didn't get a clear answer and seemed sort of lenient to allows us to sit. We ate and left before any of the other customers, so not sure what went on between the kitchen staff and front end staff, but they sure made my party's experience not a good one. Such a shame since I did enjoy my first visit. As for the food, we ordered shredded beef empanadas, ham croquetas, Cuban sandwich, Cuban frita burger (too many spices in one a greasy), salad bowl with picadillo and a salad bowl with chopped chicken. The salad bowls were good but wished they had more veggie variety and a bit more protein. The empanadas and croquetas were good and made to order. Not sure if we will visit again soon or if maybe we would get a better experience at Mills. read more

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