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El Palacio Buffet

1.5 (41 reviews)
Closed 10:00 am - 10:00 pm
Updated over 3 months ago

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These are Puerto Rican tamales called "pasteles" to the left and regular tamales to the right.
Daisy R.

I don't understand why this place doesn't have better reviews. First, I came here on a Sunday afternoon for lunch, so the price for lunch on the weekends is 11.99 (outside says 8.99) so just be aware the weekend price is different. You pay before you eat just like Sweet Tomatoes or other Buffet places. They have so many food choices here and they are GOOD. It is Latin style buffet mainly so you've got malanga, plantains, yellow rice, white rice, tamales(banana wrapped and so good!), pasteles, ropa vieja, salad (they have plain shredded cabbage which i loved), etc. For dessert, I had tres leches! I noticed as well they have some sushi options and ceviche, but that was the only thing that was not good, so I wouldn't eat those. Aside from that, servers were friendly and over all we had a nice experience here. Maybe they offer better food options for the weekend? I will definitely be back.

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Charlez R.

I have seen this place turn over several times. Now it is a Spanish buffet. No one really speaks English there so when you order your hibachi you got to take it like they cook it for you. Furthermore, many time I have seen the buffet tables way under temperature and the food cold. The worst part is that everytime I go it feels like I am walking inside a church because they play religious music. If I wanted to go to church I would go to a church not a restaurant. In addition, this is not the first restaurant the owner has owned. Unfortunately, 90% of all the restaurants they have owned have closed down. IMPORTANT NOTE: Please be aware that this restaurant has nothing to do now with El Gran Palacio.

Jessica P.

This is my mother in law's favorite restaurant. We had a crowd of 15 people for lunch. I like that the buffet has a wide variety of Hispanic food along with Chinese and American. The staff was a bit disorganized, it could have been because of the size of our table. The food was decent. Like any buffet, some dishes tasted great and others not so much. The restaurant wasn't as clean as I'd prefer and there was only one working toilet (out of 4). I also think they could have used 2 hibachi cooks, since it was backed up. Also, the dessert options were slim and the ones available were not very good.

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8 years ago

Not worth the time or the money. They make you prepay, if they hadn't I would have left.

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4.6(129 reviews)
11.6 mi
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I absolutely loved my experience at Coqui Bakery in Sanford! From the moment I walked in, I was…read moreimpressed by how beautiful and welcoming the bakery looked inside. Everything was clean, cozy, and full of that warm bakery smell that instantly makes you happy. The atmosphere felt inviting and authentic, making it the perfect place to relax and enjoy some amazing food. The staff was incredibly kind, attentive, and friendly. They made me feel so welcomed and took the time to explain different items on the menu with such great energy and patience. You can really tell they care about their customers and take pride in what they do. Now let's talk about the food... EVERYTHING was delicious! The pastries tasted unbelievably fresh, soft, and flavorful. You could tell they were freshly made because every bite melted in my mouth. The food was packed with flavor and tasted homemade in the best way possible. I honestly wanted to try one of everything! This place is truly a hidden gem in Sanford. Amazing food, fresh pastries, beautiful atmosphere, and outstanding customer service. I'm already looking forward to coming back again soon. Highly recommend to anyone looking for authentic, fresh, and delicious bakery food!

Stopped in for lunch today. Have passed this place before and never made it in. They are open for…read morebreakfast and lunch and the bakery items look amazing. We got sandwiches... I got the bisteca (beef) and my daughter got the turkey. The sandwiches were fire! Fresh hot bread, fresh ingredients... and it was so big I couldn't eat the entire thing! This place isn't fancy, but it definitely gives off cute cafe vibes. Service was good as well. Also the prices were very reasonable! Can't wait to go back and try the baked goods!

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Absolutely delicious Latin cuisine! I had the Cuban braised pork plate with yellow rice, black…read morebeans and boiled yuca with cilantro. Fantastic combo. My husband had the Peruvian shrimp with yellow rice, salad, and black beans. We were both raving about the taste while eating. They have a range of dishes from across Latin America, and lots of gluten free options. They aren't safe for celiacs though. They use a shared fryer. If you are super sensitive or have celiac, just beware of that. The staff are lovely, friendly and helpful. Conveniently located in the theme parks area near Orlando. You should not miss this restaurant. Try something new if you've never tasted Latin American cuisine, or try it if you've grown up with it. You won't go wrong and you'll likely be back.

Sofrito was amazing…read more We wanted something fast, but not fast food with a large seated area outside. This checked off all of our boxes. You order at a kiosk fast food style, but all of the food is then prepared freshly and authentically. They have a huge menu with all kinds of delicious Latin eats like sandwiches and platters. We absolutely loved our Cuban sammies which came on thick and sweet bread. My kids kept it simple with tenders and fries and also enjoyed! They have a big drink selection and you can find everything from juices to fresh cocktails. The biggest hit was their large indoor screened patio - perfect for my kids to run around. If you want to avoid fast food but also don't feel like taking your kids to a proper sit down restaurant than this is a really great option.

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This restaurant is absolutely stunning! The layout and design of this place is perfection. Perfect…read morefor a date night or a girls night out. Our server was phenomenal and so passionate about the chef and what his cuisine is all about. We were so fascinated that we wound up ordering the entire left side of the appetizer menu options, some twice! The standout food for us are the empanadas and the chorizo sliders. The flavor on both of these dishes were unlike anything we've ever tasted. This will be my go to restaurant in Orlando the next time I'm in town

A gorgeous, romantic atmosphere in the bustling Winter Park Village area. The location is great if…read moreyou want to be walking distance to the movie theatre, shopping, or dessert. This is an upscale Latin American fusion vibe. The portions are very middle of the road - not a lot of food for the price, but the presentation and attention to detail makes up for that. The bread for the table was a sweet coconut bread - I really liked this unique touch! We tried the Arugula Salad, Calabaza Raviolis, Langosta, and Tres Leches. Everything was delicious! The Arugula Salad was very fresh and flavorful and that dish was enough for two people to share as an appetizer/side salad. The raviolis and langosta were beautiful and complemented each other very well. The Tres Leches was again very beautifully presented and tasty, but I probably wouldn't order it again (a little too dry and too sweet for me). Overall this was a really nice special occasion or date night experience. Our server was very attentive and seemed passionate about the concept of the restaurant and the menu, which made the experience even more fun!

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