Steven was amazing! He made my friends birthday dinner extra special. He was on top of everything…read moreand consistently checked in on our table. We basically ordered the entire menu LOL. The tapas and sangria at Santiago's are top tier. I ordered the croquettas and the chicken skewers as well as the red sangria. The chicken skewers came with lemon and a delicious yogurt sauce. The croquettes were cheesy and crispy and served with a chive sour cream I believe? 10/10. We ordered pitchers of red sangria and it paired well with the tapas. I tried a few bites of the curry mussels and the ceviche. The mussels were very flavorful and I wish I ordered it myself! Steven was very sweet and provided dessert for my friend and we all sang happy birthday. Can't wait to come back soon for more tapas!

I've been here a couple of times, at a few locations…read more They have a really good brunch selection, I was highly impressed with! The pancakes were fantastic, and the build your own salad portion was great too! I've also come here before to have the regular menu with the tapas! Either menu was fantastic and worth a try!

Had a late lunch/early dinner here. I shared a plate with my brother and it was more than enough to…read moresatisfy. The only disappointing thing was the Pasteles. The beef was cold inside. I didn't care for the pizza but the chicken was hot and delicious. We wanted yuca fries but they didn't have them. Overall was good. It wasn't busy and the server was good

Welcome to your new favorite spot, with delicious empanadas... amazing service from the hostess…read moreDaniela, who helped me pick out some savory and sweet empanadas. This place has an amazing vibe and music... can't wait to try their breakfast. Ugh.. I already want another one.. as dj Khaled once said.

It's better to take your food and go but the price is good for the portion you get. Their food…read morelooks and tastes fresh. The staff are friendly and ask if you'd like drinks. The checkout area has desserts to choose from. The flan I got was sooo good!!! The inside looked clean but there were a few flies-bothering us lol. The big fat ones. It wasn't bad but I don't think I'd eat in there again. I would get it to go.

Just plain out good food with servings that will last you for lunch and dinner. So many options to…read morechoose from whether you are a meat eater or a vegetarian. Everything I had was delicious flavored and seasoned well. When we first arrive on a Sunday afternoon it was a little quiet and then the line begin to build up.At this point, it continued to be busy and I can understand why. Prices are extremely reasonable and I would come back any day for lunch or dinner. I see they open early so I would be open to trying their breakfast as well love love love having all of these options in one place. Atmosphere was clean and maintained. The staff was pleasant.

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!

Came to The Escobar Kitchen to celebrate a friend's birthday, and from the moment we arrived, the…read morestaff was just as excited to celebrate with us. The ambiance and the warmth of the staff took me back to the Caribbean--it definitely felt like home. Their menu features a Latin-Asian fusion, and I loved every second of it. We started with the Krab Salad. It was incredibly fresh, topped with avocado, and the perfect way to open my appetite for a sushi night. Next were the Pork Fried Gyoza, served with a sticky, glossy sauce that has just the right amount of kick. They were so good, you won't be able to put your chopsticks down. The Escobar Roll combines shrimp tempura and churrasco--the best of both worlds. It's topped with sweet plantains, chimichurri sauce, eel sauce, and spicy mayo. I had my doubts about all those flavors working together, but I have no idea how they perfected that combination--they absolutely did. The Mar y Tierra Roll was recommended by our waiter, and I highly recommend ordering it in tempura. It gives the roll a completely different texture, and it's absolutely amazing. The Pollo Loco Roll is topped with sweet plantains and teriyaki sauce. It's simple, yet packed with flavor. We finished it all off with a crème brûlée. Never in my wildest dreams did I think I'd be enjoying one at a sushi restaurant, but it was the perfect ending to an incredible meal. If you're looking for creative sushi, unique Latin-inspired flavors, outstanding service, and an atmosphere that makes you feel like family, The Escobar Kitchen is definitely worth the visit.

One of Orlando's hidden gems! I love the food here a lot! I tried the passion fruit sangria for the…read morefirst time and I was impressed. This will be my go to drink Everytime I go. Food is 10/10 and the restaurant is nice and cozy! Great for brunch and date night

Delicious Colombian spot in the downtown Orlando area. Once you have a Colombian hotdog you'll…read morenever go back to just ketchup an mustard. It's filled with a sweet pineapple sauce, cilantro sauce, and think chips but little potato fries for a good crunch. Paired with a pint Malta - it's refreshing and they give these to children in. Colombia so non-colic too!

This place has been on my go-to list for a while, finally made it yesterday night with a friend…read more The place itself is really easy to miss if you're not paying attending, it is attached to the parking structure on Central. Being part of the parking structure doesn't mean that they validate your parking. If you can find street parking, definitely do that instead. I had the churassco med-well. It came with two sides, I had the tostones and salad. It was alright, but I definitely had better. I ordered it to eat it there and they put all the sauces in to-go containers, which was weird. The sauces were in such tiny containers, you definitely would need more. My friend got the mushroom arepa and a side of the sweet plantains that she really enjoyed. Service was good. The girl taking our order was super nice and polite. It was more like one step up from fast/food and self-served. You order at the counter and they give you a number for your table and they bring out the food to the table and you clean up after yourself.

I found this coffee shop by accident after visiting the Winter Park Library across the street. I…read morehave probably driven by it multiple times and honestly I didn't notice it was there. I enjoy visiting coffee shops and even more if the space creates a cozy and inviting atmosphere for reading a book or catching up on work. That is the vibe San Julian's gave me when I walked in. I ordered an iced lavender latte and ended up staying for nearly 45 minutes. I made myself comfortable in one of the couches with a book and my coffee. I didn't try any of the pastries but they certainly looked good. The place serves Colombian coffee and you can also find pan de bono and empanadas. It was a great find. Definitely coming back.

So many yummy treats, strong coffee and delightful bites to be had here!…read more San Julian's is a super cute shop full of homage to Columbia. It's cozy and a nice place to relax and hang out. They have so many goodies to try- cookies and croissants and quesitos and other sweet treats. They have a menu of regular food as well. I stopped in before work one morning and got a breakfast sandwich that was fresh and whole and was a great start to the day. The coffee is strong and smooth, as would be expected from Colombian-made beans. The parking is around back but I'm sure gets a little tough because it's shared with other businesses in the strip, but this quaint shop is a great option in the area!

Crocante understood the assignment! Traditional Puerto Rican food, but ELEVATED -- and we left…read morefull, happy, and already talking about what we're ordering next time. Vibes: 5/5 -- Cute, lively, and such a fun atmosphere. Service: 5/5 -- Friendly, attentive, and on point! Cocktails: 5/5 -- Dangerous... because they were WAY too easy to drink. Now let's talk about the FOOD because Crocante was definitely crocan-teasing my taste buds. Carne Guisado -- 4/5 Super tender, delicious, and the definition of Puerto Rican comfort food. I personally wanted a little more garlic because apparently I believe garlic should be measured with your heart, not a spoon. But still DELISH! Crocante Mix Appetizer -- 5/5 Crunchy. Juicy. Tender. DELISH. Basically a little Puerto Rican party on a platter. Not a crumb was safe. Stuffed Chicken Breast -- 5/5 Flavorful, tender, perfectly stuffed...and THAT GARLIC SAUCE?! Somebody tell the chef I need that sauce bottled, labeled, and available by the gallon immediately. Arroz Crocante -- 5/5 PACKED with flavor! This rice was not invited to be a side dish -- it showed up ready to be the MAIN CHARACTER. Overall, Crocante takes the Puerto Rican flavors we know and love and gives them a fun, elevated twist without losing the soul of the food. ¡Wepa! Delicious food, great drinks, great service, great vibes... Crocante, nos vemos otra vez! Can't wait to go back and eat my way through more of the menu.

Here's your review:…read more --- I have lived here my whole life and probably driven past Crocante a thousand times without ever stopping. From the outside you would never guess what is waiting for you inside. Tucked within a plaza this place is stunning, big, beautiful and feels like a full trip to a high end Puerto Rican dining experience the moment you walk through the door. We went on a Saturday night without a reservation and were still seated at a communal high top which we did not mind at all. We started with the alcapurrias and although they were on the smaller side the flavor was insane. For my main I had the mofongo and churrasco and wow. The best mofongo I have had. They put actual pieces of chicharrón inside which gave it the most incredible texture contrast. The churrasco was cooked to perfection and came already sliced into strips with an incredible chimichurri sauce on the side. My fiancé ordered the rice and beans with fried chicken and we loved every bite. The passion fruit juice was also amazing and a must order. The one thing to note is that our food took about 45 minutes to come out and our server did not check on us in the meantime for refills or to give us a heads up about the wait. That part could use some improvement. But the food was so incredibly good that we are absolutely coming back. Hidden gem that deserves way more recognition.