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

Its easy to see why this place gets such great reviews, the food is excellent! I had the Cuban Empanada, the Soap De Pollo and a Cuban. It was all delicious! The Soda De Pollo was about the best I've ever had. The broth and white meat chicken were perfecto! Getting started is VERY non-intuitive. When you walk in there is a sign that says 'dine-in' that's leading you to a Kiosk. The Kiosk wants you to create a profile. You have to create a profile to order. There is another line with a Server who will take your money. Both lines were very long at lunch time on a Saturday. I glanced over at the bar and there were two people there. So I walked over and the guy behind the bar said 'skip the line' and have a seat so I did and it was smooth sailing after that! read more

What can I say... this place was amazing! From the hospitality when you first walk in, to the drinks and especially the food!!!! Place is very clean. The lady that takes your order I just wanted to call her Tia, which is aunt in Spanish culture and a compliment. I had the Cuban sandwich, Cuban beef empanadas, maduros and margaritas! I wish I could have ate more but u simply had no space. There was no skimp in the marg liquor, all I needed was one. The empanada was crisp to perfection and the filling was well seasoned. The Cuban sandwich was pressed to perfection and yes I had all it with everything! Pickles mustard ham Pernil cheese. Maduros was nice and ripped. My sis had the lomo which I tried and it was delicious! Def a meal I would try next time I'm in Florida! This was the perfect ending to our trip. I would absolutely come here again on my next stay! Buen provecho mi gente read more

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

Excellent restaurant, authentic Latin food with unique plates with lots of rich and savory flavors. Must stop every time I'm in Orlando.

Second time here while in Orlando. We went for breakfast this time. They have such delicious food and so many yummy combinations and options. They even had seasonal pumpkin spice coffee which was really good. The meals came out really quick after ordering. It wasn't very busy that morning. Mostly quiet except someone's child crying. You pick your seat. They have seating in and outside. Really enjoy eating here. read more

Food was great. Sofia was a sweetheart. The drinks at happy hour were great. I highly recommend the Cuban sandwich and the one with egg bread was great too read more

Sofrito Latin Cafe - Excellent sandwiches! The drinks during happy hour are awesome! Will definitely return. Sofia was very nice and helpful. - Latin American Near Me - Orlando, Florida

I hate having to stand at a computer and try to order while I am at the restaurant... hate it, hate it, hate it... The food however is worth the hassle. We ordered a lot of food... a little bit of everything as you can see by our pictures. The empanada and the fried plantains were my favorites. The coconut flan was absolutely delicious as was the pina colada. I would order all of it again... and again... and again. And the little dipping sauces with each dish truly add another dimension to the experience. A very flavorful menu. The only thing I we did NOT care for were the ham croquets. Weird because I was really looking forward to those... how disappointing. It's a very pretty restaurant. The design team knew what they were doing. Great ambiance. You also may want to hang on to your receipt as the giftshop next door will give you a gift if you show them your Sofrito receipt. read more

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I ordered the churrasco steak that came with chimichurri and 3 sides. The steak was cooked perfectly but I wouldn't consider chimichurri to be real chimichurri. It was just okay. The three sides I ordered were fried yuca, tostones, and yellow rice. The fried yuca had a green herbs that I wasn't a fan of and wished it was listed on the menu. The tostones were good and the yellow rice was a bit dry and cold. For 27 dollars I did expect the sides to be better. I did appreciate having a decent amount of options as sides without the up charge. The salmon was sweet and was not a big fan of it. The place is cute, the staff are friendly and our food came out fast. read more

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Food and ambience is really good here Service is fast You order first get a number and wait for food kiosk also available The desayono criollo and cuban chicken empanada were the standout dishes Location is great read more

The food was decent ! The service horrible ! The guy at the register was condescending and rude , and they're not flexible about adjusting orders. ! I do not recommend this place! Not warm place at all. Very cold ! read more

When in Florida, you have to try the Latin American cuisine! We were staying nearby and came upon Sofrito Latin Cafe, which features dishes from many different countries. The vibe is a mix between casual sit-down and quick service, where you order first at the front before grabbing a number and table. With so many options, we finally narrowed our choices down to: - The Cuban Sandwich - Churrasco - Tostones This was definitely more than enough for two people, and we left full and satisfied. I like that they have such a variety on their menu, so you can try so many different things! Definitely would come back if I'm ever in the area. :) read more

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

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did not disappoint! Everything was seasoned perfectly, and the Cuban sandwich was definitely my favorite--so flavorful and satisfying. We sampled a variety of side dishes, and the standout was the plantains--soft, sweet, and just right. We also had the pleasure of meeting the manager, who was very nice and welcoming. While the person who took our order wasn't particularly friendly, my review is based on the food, which was excellent. read more

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

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I really enjoyed the food at this place. The restaurant has a nice outdoor seating area. The service was good and the food was delicious. You need to visit this place If you are craving for Latin food. read more

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A must try when you're in the area! My friend and I were in the area and looking for a delicious restaurant not far from where we were staying. We were recommended to try Sofrito and we were not disappointed. When you walk into, the restaurant has two options for you to order. You can either use their automatic screen, order and take a number or one of their staff members have a stand where you can order from them as well. In terms of seating, the restaurant has an inside and outside seating options. Both are great and we enjoyed sitting outside since the restaurant has a hustle and bustle to it. Due to it being our first time, the staff was great in explaining the ordering options to us. I ordered the chicken sandwich with a side of French fries. The portions are huge and I definitely could have left some for left overs. I definitely recommend! read more

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Sofrito Latin Cafe never disappoints The churrasco steak entrée was bursting with flavor, perfectly paired with sweet plantains, red beans, and chimichurri. Fresh guava and mango juice to top it all off read more

Sofrito Latin Cafe - churrasco steak entrée - Latin American Near Me - Orlando, Florida

I had dinner here last week while staying nearby. Sofrito is in a stand-alone building with plenty of parking available in front. It is a counter service restaurant serving Latin food. I chose the Peruvian Pollo al Horno entree for $18. It came with 3 sides and a salad. For the side dishes I picked red beans, black beans and sweet plantains. After getting my soft drink and grabbing a table my meal arrived in about 5 minutes. I liked everything served. The bird was big, juicy and flavorful. The red beans had some pork in them and tasted very good. The black beans were also rich in flavor. The plantains were sweet and delicious. Finally, the salad was full of content and fresh tasting. This was a very good tasting and filling meal and a value too. I only had the chance to have one meal at Sofrito Latin Cafe but it was a very good one. My meal was easily a 4 score. If I had the chance to try something else and enjoyed it this much I might give a 5 score. This is a good place to eat! read more

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

Great service. Walk in and order at a counter. You get a number and food was out super fast. My Spanish is not great but we were able to ask questions about menu items. Great portion size and the food was delicious. I wish there were more green veggie options as sides and not all carbs but Yuca fries, rice and beans are amazing. read more

Sofrito Latin Cafe - Pollo Al Horno - Latin American Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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It's a nice establishment all around in terms of looks, but wasn't a fan of the service. It's not a full service restaurant if that is what you are expecting. You have to place your order before sitting down. I got to try a little of everything and I unfortunately was not impressed by 80 percent of the food. Everything was lacking flavor but the Plantains and the one empanada I ordered. read more

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I was in Orlando for a couple of days and not feeling well. Found this place had good reviews. Tried the Dominican soup, practically cured me haha. Really good broth, I know they make it here, plus it had a soup bone in it, the real deal. I got this 2 days in a row it was so good. Sat outside, nice area. Staff was friendly, I'd love to come back next time I'm in town, check out some of their other offerings. read more

Sofrito Latin Cafe - Dominican soup. Delicious! - Latin American Near Me - Orlando, Florida

First time here and the reviews I've gotten from people and just reading on Yelp have not disappointed. The staff is super friendly and welcoming. The place is spacious inside and out on the patio. The patio has fans for those hot days. There's a full bar inside with amazing bartenders. I ordered: Happy Hour Sangria- Monday through Thursday from 4-6pm Fried Yuca- so delicious and flavorful with the chimichurri sauce. Arepa Pelua- overstuffed and messy but I loved it. Will be back on my next work trip read more

Sofrito Latin Cafe - Side Fried Yuca, Arepa Pelua, and sangria (happy hour) - Latin American Near Me - Orlando, Florida

I really like the service and food here. I. Formally don't eat Cuban food but this place hit the spot. When you enter you order your food and then have a seat and they'll bring it out to you. I kept it safe and ordered a hamburger. It was a large portion and tater delicious. Would eat here again! read more

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Food was good. Got there late, the chicken tenders my child got had some weird consistency in it.. didn't eat and left

During our stay in Orlando, we came here twice. Nice place, well decorated and very clean. They also have outdoor seating if you want to have fresh air. On our first visit, I ordered the Pabellon arepas and loved that it's very well-seasoned, but the only downside was the beef was pretty dry. My BF got the Lomo Saltado and the meat was juicy and overall very tender and seasoned well. 2nd visit, I ordered the Steak and Eggs, the steak was perfectly cooked and not salty, and the chimichurri was spectacular and complimented my meal. My BF wanted to give the Pabellon arepas another try and this time the meat was not dry which was great. We also got the Nutella Empanada for dessert and was delightful. Employees are nice and attentive and we enjoyed our time eating here on both occasions. I will def recommend this place to my friends and family read more

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Came here for quick bite, left feeling like I got way more than I expected. Staff was friendly, service was quick, and vibes were great. We got the pelua arepa and the Venezuelan empanada with beef. Both items were super delicious and definitely the stand out of our trip to Orlando. The empanada had a strong beefy flavor with that very mildly sweet fried dough. It was crisp and perfectly textured. The sauce provided a good balance and I absolutely loved it. However, the empanada itself was amazing without the sauce; strong contender by itself. The arepa was decent size, and was very well seasoned. The texture of the arepa itself was very pleasing, not dry and with just enough moisture. I think it would've been great with a little bit of spice, but I thought it was great as is. Overall, strong dishes and were a good way to start off the morning. 5/5 stars. read more

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

Clean, friendly and prompt service. Food was good and reasonable for cost v quality/quantity. I would go back.

Let me start by saying I love Latin food I've been to some incredible restaurants across the US and abroad. Unfortunately, I was a little disappointed with this place. I placed a pick-up order and tried to call ahead to add some extra flavoring like hot sauce or chimichurri--but they don't answer their phone once you've ordered online. So, if you want any extras, you have to ask in person. The chimichurri sauce was good and had a nice flavor, but the hot sauce was an extra $2-$4 per side, even just for regular sour cream, which was a bit disappointing for a Latin restaurant. The tostones were completely flavorless, which was really underwhelming. Overall, decent food, but a few things felt overpriced and lacking in flavor. read more

I had been CRAVING an arepa for a week and ordered take out of Arepas Pelua for me and my sister. They always hit, it might be a bit expensive but the cheese and beef on those arepas are always generously served. read more

Loved the food, wide menu to choose from. Easy ordering at the counter with table service. Loved the outdoor seating!!!

Ordered: Cuban Chicken Empanada (~$5) Cuban Beef Empanada (~$5) Churrasco (~$27): grilled skirt steak topped with chimichurri sauce with 3 sides - white rice, black beans, plantains Frescolita soda (~$3) Churros (~$7): served with Nutella and dulce de leche Aya's take: Solid lunch spot! At Sofrito, you order at the register, grab a number, and sit down. The workers were super friendly and service was quick and efficient. They have empanadas from various Latin countries. We went with the Cuban Empanadas which had a great texture from the flour (as opposed to corn) and decent amount of filling. The Chicken one had more flavor than the Beef so if you had to choose, I definitely recommend the Chicken! It didn't come with any sauces which I found unusual but the waitress was nice enough to give us some green garlic sauce which elevated each bite. The Churrasco was delicious and super filling with 3 sides. I asked for medium but it was more medium well. Luckily, it wasn't too dry or chewy and the chimichurri sauce on top was so fresh and vibrant! The Churros were decent but they served it to us in the beginning so by the time we had finished our entrees and got to it, they were pretty cold. It would've been nice if they served it to us towards the end. Nonetheless, I recommend stopping by if you're in the area! read more

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This was our first time here. Looking at all the choices was a bit overwhelming, but the staff was super helpful and patient with us. The service was amazing and the ambience was great! Now the food... Dios Santo!! It literally took me back to my childhood moments!! Las empanadas! The media noche sandwich, the roast pork, black beans and rice (a staple!) was AMAZING!!!! Will definitely be coming back here every visit to Orlando. Thank you Sofrito Latin Cafe for being such a wonderful place read more

I really wanted to like this place. The only positive was the food. Servers are slow, scattered brain and condescending. I got my appetizer. No drinks yet. Got my food. No drinks yet. We asked them 3 times where they are. Got two cold espresso cups and one melted iced latte (missing the flavor syrup). When we asked for a new espresso this girl asked "You want it in a to-go cup?". We're not even done with our food. You wanted us to leave? Seriously?! Now no server will talk to us. They're just walking around and ignoring us. And this place got real empty in the last 5 minutes. Again, I really wanted to like the place. The place is nice and food was good. Coffee and service are a zero for me. Also, you owe me two orange juices that never made it to my table. read more

I love this place! The menu has a wide variety of different Spanish foods! I got the chicken dish & the salad & it was amazing! The service was good! There is an outside patio that might have dogs allowed I'm not sure. The food is very good I recommend!!! read more

So yummy! So excited that we got to get Cuban food in Orlando last time we went to Disney. It's near the outlets so easy to get to. It's small and cute. easy to order with the kiosks. Loved the rice! Overall great place. Family friendly. Can't wait to visit again on my next trip to Disney! read more

This is our go to take out spot in the area. Everything we've tried is excellent. Love the pork, steak and chicken entrees. Huge portion sizes w the protein. For the sides- my favorite is the plantain. Also tried the yucca and beans -and salad is decent read more

Very laid back and chill atmosphere! Hope that they're around for a long time! I'll be back anytime I'm in the Orlando area. The pictures say it all. How I'll sum it up being of a Cuban decent is that while being 1000 miles from home, it was pretty darn close to a home cooked meal growing up. Had a Malta to go with my mini papas rellenas and the lunch special of picadillo with white rice, black beans, and maduros. It was a super generous portion too which was fantastic. Staff was super friendly, and I believe the young lady that came to speak with me, was the owner, was mindful to say hello to those dining in the room. Cool thing was ordering as you walk in and then grabbing a table and waiting on your food there. Super convenient. Cherry on top was the music playing! It was like being at titi's house on a weekend! read more

Sofrito Latin Cafe - Super cozy location. - Latin American Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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I have never been to a restaurant with this system that they offer. When you enter, the menu is displayed on screens on the wall, there are 2 computers available to place orders that can only be paid by card, and there is an attendant for those who prefer to pay in cash. The attendant was not very friendly, and did not offer us any kind of help unless we asked. When you place your order, you take a number and go to the table of your choice. Some time later, a waitress came with our drinks and cutlery, she did not ask us if we needed anything or not. Our order was "Brazilian X-frango frito" $12 and two "Colombian burgers" $14, Coca-Cola drinks $3.50, Corona $6 and iced mocha $3.25. Our dishes did not take long to arrive, the two Colombian burgers, according to my daughter and husband, were tasty, but my Brazilian X-Fried Chicken was nothing more than a large fried nugget, a total insult to any Brazilian eating that, tasteless and super greasy. After we received our food, no one else came to our table to ask if we needed anything. My husband had to go to the bar more than once to ask for things. In addition to the terrible experience with my food, my daughter's iced mocha had to be remade because there was plastic inside her drink. This is definitely a restaurant I will not return to and I do not recommend regardless of the nice ambience. read more

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It was ok. Omelet was a little too cooked. Ambiance is nice. Service good. Food is not terrible but not super great

We ordered Cuban sandwiches- they were the best we ever had, Fresh ham, shredded pork- so delicious. We also ordered Venezuelan empanadas- the crust is a little sweet, filled inside with meat. Service was quick. We just wished we had space left to try the Nutella empanadas- next time read more

The service and the food was amazing. Very generous portions. Well worth the extremely reasonable price. Thank you all for an amazing evening. :) read more