first time eating here. March 25, 2026 At 11:30am. Food was good but the gentleman attending us in the front entrance on ordering was not attentive, rude and had no manners. After sitting i asked him for a straw for my wife's drink. He past us twice after with no straw. Went back to his station at the front. I looked at him and nothing. I had to get up myself and grab one from the bar. If it wasn't because we were so hungry we would have left. Do not recommend this place. Ruined our morning. read more

Sofrito was amazing. 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. read more

It is my duty to come here every few years to remind everyone how much I love this place. I don't go there nearly enough, but I went yesterday and it reminded me just how good they are. We visited around 3:15pm on a Saturday and ordered at a tablet. I got a pernil with plantains and my companion got a churrasco. I also got their limited time St Paddy's day mocktail. It was kind of like a virgin apple mojito and it was really good and refreshing. The pernil was excellent as usual: well sauced and tender and juicy. The churrasco was beautifully cooked and seasoned. They always knock it out of the park here with their meats. The plantains were of course delicious as usual, and the service was great. My only comment is that I could've sworn that this place had Alfajores a few years ago. I could be wrong, but I vaguely recall them being delicious and I was sad to not see them on the menu this time. Any way you roll the dice, you won't regret coming to sofrito. They're quick, it's well priced, and the food has never disappointed me in my 7 years of going here. read more

Sofrito Latin Cafe - Pernil Sandwich with Side Sweet Plantains - Latin American Near Me - Orlando, Florida

If you're anywhere near Sofrito Latin Cafe, it's such an easy yes. It strikes that perfect balance of being casual while still feeling like you're sitting down for a real, satisfying meal. The inside is clean, welcoming, and thoughtfully put together. They even have a patio for nicer weather (we skipped it this time because it was cold, but it looked like a great option). What really stood out to me is how quickly this place started to feel like a little community hub. The staff are genuinely kind and welcoming and you can tell they have a lot of regulars who love coming here. It just has that warm, neighborhood spot energy that's easy to overlook if you don't know about it. We've already been twice in a short amount of time and honestly would go back again without hesitation. We've tried both breakfast and lunch, and everything has been fresh and clearly made with care. It's the kind of place you can rely on whether you want a relaxed morning meal or something a little more filling later in the day. Definitely a spot worth checking out--and then coming back to. read more

This was the second time I came. When you come in, you can order in the tablets or with the host. You take a number and sit where you'd like. They bring the food out for you, which btw came out super fast. The food was delicious, we were a big group. They had music going which was pretty good. The menu has so many varieties from different Latin countries. The mocktail I had was a spring special which was tasty. I'd definitely come back. In case you want to sing happy birthday to someone make sure to call the restaurant to advise them with time & they also don't do reservations but plenty of seating. read more

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Wow! What a wonderful menu! First time visiting...Great atmosphere & location. Plenty of seating indoor & out! read more

Sofrito Latin Cafe - It was incredibly delicious! Very flavorful! I had the Hibiscus Kiss mocktail, which was quite refreshing & complimented the dinner well! - Latin American Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Fresh and flavorful food with quick service. We stopped in while visiting Disney World in October 2025. The portion size was excellent for the price; we could g even finish all of our food. The Cuban sandwich had a hefty amount of meat; the arepas did, too! Come hungry! This is fast-casual dining that is pretty healthy and fresh. Loved it! read more

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There are tons of great restaurants in Orlando. BUT, there's only ONE place at which we ALWAYS eat, EVERY time we come into town: Sofrito Latin Cafe. My family's been coming here for about 10 years now...we usually stop here at least twice per trip. The food is fantastic. Although I've had many of the entrees, and they've all been great, in general, I'm an arepa and empanada kind of guy. Along with Q'Kenan's, Sofrito's are some of the best in town. Interestingly, multiple styles of empanadas are available...Cuban, Argentine, Colombian, and of course, Venezuelan. Speaking of Venezuelan... Service: The service has always been fast, friendly, accurate...and cute. Are the waitresses cute? Yeah, just ask my 19 year old son. There's a reason why Venezuela, a county of (only) 30 million has won Ms Universe 7 times. Not a big deal, just something you notice. The atmosphere is modern, clean, comfortable, and casual. The patio doesn't have much of a view, but still, it's nice to eat outside when it's not too humid and hot, (or like this past weekend, too friggin' cold). Drinks: They have everything! Coffee, Latin pop, craft beer, cocktails, and even wine! Try the pineapple mojito. There are probably Latin Cafes in Orlando that are more authentic, but SLC has stood the test of time. We've been very happy at Sofrito Latin Cafe for the past 10 years...here's to 10 more! 5 stars!! read more

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This is a very busy place. However, things are running pretty fast as their set up is good. There's inside and outside seating ordering is at the desk or you can do it at one of the self-serve computers. We ordered at a self-serve computers. I ordered the Cuban croquetas and a Cuban sandwich. Either one was authentic Cuban. The crickets were cute, but definitely not Cuban croquettes it was cheese with in the middle of something and hardly any a flavor - the garlic sauce that came with was gross. You might as well just eat straight up garlic juice so I use ketchup instead. The Cuban sandwich was a very large portion and not bad. However, it did not remind me of a Cuban sandwich. The flavors were different. The cheese wasn't melted. Very good sandwich. Just not the Cuban one overall not a bad experience is not my type of food as it's more Latin fusion read more

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The Cuban sandwich was just alright, but the churrasco (skirt steak) was very yummy! We also loved the Venezuelan empanadas with cheese! Tasted great with the skirt steak! I love how you can choose your own sides too read more

Sofrito Latin Cafe - Churrasco - Latin American Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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The food itself was good and served warm, so no complaints there. However, the service really took away from the experience. Having to get up from the table to get your own water and it not even being cold was frustrating. On top of that, getting a simple cup of ice felt like a hassle, which honestly shouldn't be the case at a restaurant. The food has potential, but the service setup and lack of basic hospitality made the visit disappointing. With better attention to guest experience, this place could be much better. The restaurant was clean but the bathroom was not. read more

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I have no idea why I am JUST reviewing this place now because I feel like I come here every time I visit Orlando (at least once a year). Food and service is always great. Large portions, dinner entrees come with 3 sides, and packed with flavor. Would recommend getting their arepas, empanadas, and roast pork. Very casual place with good vibes all around. Lots of seating both indoors and outdoors with good amount of parking. I also never had to wait insanely long for a table or for the food. Oh and major pro: it's close to the amusement parks! This place will continuously be one of my go-tos when I'm in the area. read more

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Food here in Sofrito Latin Cafe was amazing. Truly a Latin American (Colombian, Argentinian, Peruvian, Venezuelan) restaurant with amazing service and the ambiance this place gives off is one of family. I truly enjoy the flavors of Latin America and this whole in the wall definitely brings in. read more

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Omg this was one of the best meals I've ever had. WOW I'll be dreaming of this arepa forever. Service 10/10 food 10/10 but would love larger cups for water. I can't wait to come back and eat everything on the menu read more

Sofrito Latin Cafe - Arepa Pabellón Side Tostones Side Queso De Mano - Latin American Near Me - Orlando, Florida

The good: Food is really good. The ambience is nice and airy, lots of patio seating. Ok: Order at counter, receive a number, seat yourself. Food is delivered to you. Bad: Coffee is not included. It is not unlimited. No substitutions Pasteles, Empanadas are à la carte, tiny and pricey. Meals are high priced. We paid $68 for breakfast, 2 people. For the amount of money spent on breakfast I prefer full service. read more

Still being on London time, we were glad to find a restaurant open before noon around these here parts. I guess most are 1 pm to 2 am for the late-night partiers. Sofrito's outdoor dining area was nice and laid back, and their easy self-ordering meant quick hot food at our tables in just a few minutes. The staff was friendly and helpful for any menu choice explanations. My wife liked the beef/beans/rice, and it was even too big for her to finish (sure I imbibed to finish it off). She mostly (always) liked the plantains and wouldn't share. She's a high critic on those, so apparently they were worthy. The pasta was good in theory, but it was WAY too much garlic. So note to chef on that, maybe that was just accidentally too much added this time. We liked the ambiance and there are many other interesting menu items, and we would return when back in town. read more

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I used to get this during my break at work years ago and recently went back. Got the cuban sandwich and yuca fries for my brother and he ate it up very fast LOL! I tried Venezuelan empanada (beef) and Colombian (chicken). Both were great but Venezuelan has my heart. The garlic cilantro sauce is AMAZING!! read more

We are like a lot of people in Orlando - here in vacation. After starting out day at 3am, we finally arrived at the hotel, tired and hungry. Sofito came up in the search and we placed it orders. I had the pork dinner with yellow rice, black beans and sweet plantains. My honey had the chicken dinner. We already ordered the flan and Nutella empanada. My food was amazing. The pork was well seasoned, tender and juicy. The 3 sides complimented each other and the pork. Highly recommend. My honey said his chicken meal was good, flavorful but a bit dry. (That's why I don't order chicken). I'm not a fan of Nutella but the flan was very good, it's a heavier denser flan than we make at home, but still yummy. I've already sent a link to the restaurant to friends and family I know will be visiting the area. I'll be back in December and will definitely eat here again. read more

Sofrito Latin Cafe - Pork dinner with yellow rice, sweet plantains and black beans that aren't pictured. - Latin American Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Food was tasty and came in a large portion! Service was friendly and straightforward.

Luckily for us this cafe was very close to our hotel. The food was very good. You must try the churros! Close to Disney Springs and the staff were friendly. There is also a cool gift store next door with lots of Disney stuff! read more

Sofrito Latin Cafe - The lunch special was only $11, both dishes were very tasty. Very generous portions of beans and rice. - Latin American Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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Lots of inside and outdoor seating. Plenty of free parking in the complex. When you walk in, you can order at the machine or place your orders with someone at the cashier, then find a table as they'll bring your food to your table. We ordered the churros (of course!), Patacon de Maduro, Lolo Saltado, Pollo a la Plancha, and a side of their sweet plantains. All the flavours and dishes were delicious! Portions were also just right. They even had a photographer who takes your pictures at your table and you get 1 free printed picture as a souvenir, plus the option of buying extras. We did have an incident where my husband found a piece of a small cardboard in his meal (buried under the meat). We asked for a refund of his dish and the manager happily obliged. Other than that, everything was great! read more

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We've ordered the skirt steak here twice, and our experiences were very different. The first time, it was absolutely amazing, perfectly cooked, tender, and full of flavor. It honestly set the bar really high. Unfortunately, the second time around it was quite dry and overcooked, which was disappointing given how great it was before. Everything else was still good, but the inconsistency with the steak stood out. I'm hoping this was just an off day because when it's done right, it's excellent. Would still consider coming back, but consistency would make a big difference. read more

This place is amazing!! It has a mix of different countries style of food, the ambiance is very relaxing, and the staff are so courteous. Definitely a repeat spot when you're in the area read more

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My first time here . Love the ambience a lot . I love empanadas, but here is a bit too sweet for me . Avocado toast is the bomb. I'm a coffee drinker, but very disappointed with the Cuban coffee con leche . Not strong and way too sweet for my taste . Would I come back ? Maybe not . read more

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I stayed at a nearby hotel and was so excited to see that there was an eatery near that sold maduros. I crave them all the time so I ordered the pabellon criollo for myself alongside a wonderfully delicious lavender iced latte. I saw that seasonal treat offered on the inside menu and went for it; lavender is my favorite flavor for an iced latte and this place made it beautifully. I'll be dreaming of this place until my next visit to Orlando, Hasta Pronto Sofrito Café! read more

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We picked this place off Yelp reviews as our son wanted a Cuban Sandwich. I thought it was just "okay." It's kind of a hybrid between a fast food and sit down restaurant. You order at a kiosk or with the person as you enter. Then you sit down for the servers to bring your food to your table. It was hot so I went for a salad. Maybe not the best choice; the salad was good but I can't really comment on the Cuban sandwich which was highly rated ... but I guess I can't say, none of my family would even let me have a bit, so it must've been good. read more

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The food was outstanding! Very flavorful and fresh. I had a salad and an empanada, and both were great. On top of that I had a mojito and it was a perfect blend of alcohol vs. other ingredients. The lady who took our order wasn't the friendliest, but everyone else we interacted with was kind. Place had an overall cool and clean vibe. Would definitely go back. read more

Charrusco steak was EXTREMLY chewy. The empanadas were nothing special. The yucca was boiled but a bit under cooked. Honestly it felt like a tourist trap, pictures of the food look amazing but the reality left me disappointed. I will say I have had way better food in Orlando. read more

My expectations were high because there were so many good reviews. I thought this was a table service restaurant but it was more fast food style. When you walk in you either order at the counter or on a kiosk. I used the kiosk, took a number and sat myself at an empty table. First thing I didn't really care for was that I couldn't add to my order a glass of water, so I ordered a lemonade. I ordered the lemonade to come in a glass not plastic. It came in plastic and I didn't say anything. When the lemonade was dropped off, I asked for a glass of water. They came back with a glass of room temperature water no ice, and told me that around the bar was self service. Second, when the ham croquettes were dropped off, they didn't bring any small plates. We ate them off napkins. Third, my food came out way in advance of my sons. I don't like to begin eating when the person I'm with doesn't have their food yet. So I sat there for a good 5 minutes waiting until his food arrived. The food wasn't great and I really didn't care for it. The jalapeños tasted like green peppers and not spicy at all. I think if you're looking for a traditional sit down restaurant with an actual server then you should skip this place. read more

Sofrito Latin Cafe - Cuban Chicken Empanada - Latin American Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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The worst sancocho that I have ever try, not only taste less didn't have vegetables except half of corn and 2 small pieces of potatoes and 1 piece of meat if you want to call it meat.. read more

Sofrito Latin Cafe - This what they call Sancocho!!! - Latin American Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Good breakfast spot, You order upfront and take a seat anywhere you like. Food took about 15-20 minutes and it was all good and a lot of food for your Money. We left full, happy and with a souvenir picture they offer everyone for free! read more

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Excellent meals today that we had for pickup. I had the braised pork with plantains, black beans, and yellow rice. My wife had her favorite, the Chirasco steak, white rice, and house salad. Everything quite tasty. A+. read more

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My son wanted empanadas so I did some research in my Yelp app and found Sofrito Latín Café. We decided to try Sofrito and ordered delivery. The order arrived on time and without any issues in a sealed brown paper bag. . All items were packaged well and accounted for. I ordered the Salmon and Steak with Vegetables. I decided to indulge in dessert and got the Vanilla Flan. The Salmon was really good. It was cooked well and had a great flavor. The Steak and Vegetables were too. The Vanilla Flan was not too sweet and did not have too much sauce. My son enjoyed The Argentinian Beef Empanada and also had the Salmon. He too really enjoyed the Salmon and stated it tasted good. My other son ordered the Arepa Catira. He thought it was just ok. I would order from Sofrito Latin Cafe again. Perhaps next time, we will stop by and dine in. read more

Everything on their menu is great Including the special drinks If you're a Disney park regular it's perfect, right outside the park without the heavy traffic. Service on point and the vibe of the place is chill . read more

Food is amazing! Staff is friendly and establishment is very clean. Highly recommend this restaurant for anyone visiting Orlando.

This place was on my radar after looking at all the crazy expensive places near my hotel (I.e. Jaleo). It had great reviews so I gave it a try. I'll be back any time I'm in Orlando. All the food was great and can quickly. there wasn't much else to say. delicious. We tried 4 different types of Beef emapanadas. None was particularly amazing, but all were very good. The chicken soup comes in a huge bowl and has an entree sized portion of tender chicken. It was amazing. Tasted as good as any I've had (I've tried lots). I got the roast pork with plantains, rice, and beans. Secret tip: the chiichurri is outstanding get 1-2 sides of it. read more

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Today we had lunch at Sofrito Latin Cafe and it was very good. Before I write my review, I have one recommendation. Look at the pictures and read some of the reviews on Yelp so you know what you are ordering. When we went to order, we didn't know what many of the food options were before we ordered. Some things on the menu are very clear such as the hamburger and fries. I ordered the chicken and goat cheese arepa which I wasn't quite sure what it was. It was very good but not sure I would order again. My husband had the Colombian burger with a side salad and loved it. My sister and her partner ordered the same burger but with French fries. They didn't like the sweet aspect to the burger but the fries were delicious. I tasted my husband's burger and I like the sweet flavor that was on it. I also ordered the ham and cheese croquettes for us to share. Not at all what I expected but very good. The restaurant is very clean, wait staff was excellent and everything we ordered was fresh and on point. My sister ordered a Bloody Mary and said it was spicy the way she likes them. read more

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I have been at Softito Latin Cafe a few times for a quick bite but never for breakfast. This trip to Orlando I'm sure glad I did. First, we were greeted with a smiling face. I saw the menu kiosk so I opted to use that instead to see pictures of the meal. Everything I ordered was great for sharing. Once I got my order it was exactly what the picture looked like. B.E.C was great. We finished the rest of the sweet plantains and arepitas fritas while enjoying our cafe con leche and Cuban cafe con leche sitting in the spacious outside patio with Latin music playing over the speakers. Perfect way to start the day. read more

Sofrito Latin Cafe - Cafe con Leche, Cuban Cafe con Leche, B.E.C., Side Sweet Plantains and Arepitas Fritas. - Latin American Near Me - Orlando, Florida

A quick bite right across from the Hyatt Place sits Sofrito a Cuban and Puerto Rican fusion restaurant a quiet little restaurant with a friendly staff and delicious food. With Rice, beans and plantains like your Abeula made them. A nice change of pace and great find in Disney Springs read more

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Was looking for some Latina flavor for my tastebuds while in the area. Upon walking in, we were asked to put our order in from the touchscreens by the entrance. Great pictures and descriptions on the menu. Ordered a random spread of deliciousness and sat down at a table with our number. And boyyyyy did they deliver! The food was well seasoned, tasty and authentic. Loved the variety from different cultures. Will definitely keep this as a favorite for the next time I'm in the area. read more

Sofrito Latin Cafe - Latin American Near Me - Orlando, Florida