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    Sofrito Latin Cafe

    4.3 (2.8k reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Chandra D.

    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!

    Jasmine M.

    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.

    It was incredibly delicious! Very flavorful! I had the Hibiscus Kiss mocktail, which was quite refreshing & complimented the dinner well!
    Maria B.

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

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    Mike P.

    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!!

    Apple S.

    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

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    Roselyn D.

    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

    Yanitza R.

    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.

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    Samantha W.

    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.

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    Alaina D.

    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

    Colombian Pollo de la Plancha
    Cris R.

    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.

    Paul V.

    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.

    Pork dinner with yellow rice,  sweet plantains and black beans that aren't pictured.
    Raquelle S.

    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.

    Pollo A La Plancha
    Beverly A.

    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!

    The lunch special was only $11, both dishes were very tasty. Very generous portions of beans and rice.

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

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

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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

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

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

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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

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    Are dogs allowed on patio?

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    What dressing do you put on the side salad that comes w entrees?

    It’s an herb dressing. It’s similar to a ranch dressing but slightly different. We make it in house.

    What are the wait times like for dinner on a Sunday?

    Depends on the season, but it could take about 15 min to order and another 20 mi to get your order. Sundays are our busiest days, especially during breakfast and lunch hours.

    Do they cook the gluten free items in a separate fryer?

    Hi! No. If you have celiac disease, please advice our management team when you visit us. We can offer you some items that are gluten free and safe for your consumption.… Read more

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    Chef Art Smith's Homecomin' - Chef Art's Famous Fried Chicken

    Chef Art Smith's Homecomin'

    4.4(3.3k reviews)
    1.4 miDisney World, Horizons West / West Orlando
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    I'm at a loss for great things to say. My wife ate here a few years ago and raved about this…read morerestaurant. I was very much looking forward to dining here, but was not prepared for how much it would exceed my expectations!!! The food is amazing. Fried chicken was some of the best I've ever tasted, crispy outside and moist inside. The mashed potatoes were delicious and creamy (get them topped with cheese and bacon!) and my drink was on point. Although my wife's peach sangria might have been the better choice Our server, Alyssa, could teach a masterclass on serving! Funny, engaging, never had to ask for anything....always attentive and on top of everything! Bravo Alyssa!!! Will DEFINITELY be back on our next trip to Disney! P.S. ask Art if he'd consider opening a location in the Houston area

    Located in the beautiful Disney Springs at Lake Buena Vista, Chef Art Smith's Homecomin' is a great…read morelunch or dinner choice amongst many which surround it. The inside of the restaurant has table and bench seating, as well as a large square shaped bar with plenty of seats. The booths are hardwood not padded, and the tables are solid metal. Their signature item is fried chicken. We ordered the Fried Chicken and Doughnuts. It comes with 2 pieces of chicken, 2 doughnuts and a side of mashed potatoes for $32. We thought it was a perfect meal to share between two because each person gets a piece of fried chicken and a doughnut. The chicken is extra greasy and topped with powdered sugar. It was very good but it still does not rate as highly as Publix or KFC for me. The doughnut was great. I would compare it to a fresh glazed from Krispy Kreme. Service was excellent. We were seated immediately, and greeted at our table by a friendly and efficient server. Overall, everything went well. The prices are high but this is expected due to the location. I would definitely return to try more of the menu.

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    Skillet Paillard WIth roasted potatoes and grilled asparagus

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    Eggs Up Grill - Greek scrambler

    Eggs Up Grill

    4.2(129 reviews)
    1.3 miInternational Drive / I-Drive, Horizons West / West Orlando
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    We had an eggcredible experience here! Everything was beyond our expectations. The food was…read moreabsolutely amazing, and the coffee was some of the best we've had. What truly stood out was the exceptional service. Our server,Dave, went above and beyond by personally whipping up a custom honey mustard sauce for my daughter since they didn't have any on the menu--and it was delicious! It's rare to find that kind of care and attention to detail. We will definitely be back next time we come to Orlando!

    After our first breakfast at our Disney resort was - honestly better than we expected- just not…read morewhat we were looking for when we have a little more time. We wanted a good like typical breakfast diner, and I kept coming across the standard chains - First Watch, Maple Street, etc. then this one caught my eye! There was no wait on a Monday late morning. Our server was Luna, and she was friendly and helpful. I tried their Benedict with the chicken fried steak and green chiles and - wow! That's the best twist on a Benedict I've ever heard of, and it was executed well too. Their chicken fried steak was great. The English muffin is crusted with pepper jack cheese which was an unexpected flavor. The green chiles visually looked like a lot, but it was really a great amount. When you ask for home fries crispy, boy - do they deliver! Might have been a tad crispy for my taste so I'd probably go with the standard way, just personal preference. My husband tried the home fries bowl and was happy there. One kiddo liked their burger and fries. The other ordered the pick 3, which is genius for a kids menu. No needing to substitute anything, just order exactly what the kids will eat. Coffee was just okay. I'd probably just order that elsewhere personally. But overall, this was a great find! When we're in the area, that will be a top pick for breakfasts for sure!

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    This restaurant has a big open seating area. Doesn't feel too cramped!

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    Q'Kenan Restaurant - Cachapas - Corn cake with cheese

    Q'Kenan Restaurant

    4.5(1.3k reviews)
    1.1 miInternational Drive / I-Drive
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    Ok this has to be my favorite restaurant in Orlando and I loved the food so much. Alfredo was my…read moreserver and he had the best recommendation and I loved it. The empanada came LOADED with shredded beef and this empanada didn't skimp out on quality. It tastes so good when you dip it with the green sauce and it was chef's kiss. I think this is the best empanada I ever had and when I tried other empanada, it doesn't even compare to this. I ordered another dish but I forgot the name and it's soo good. I was a little disappointed because the menu said pick 3 sides and I chose all beef. Alfredo didn't mention to me that there would be an additional charge for the beef. As a result, I had to pay an additional $10 which was very pricey and didn't find out until I received my bill and saw the charge. I didn't make any complaints because the employees seem not to speak English well and it's hard to be a foreigner trying to adapt to the culture and the language. But this is soo good and I can see why the reviews on yelp are all stellar.

    I live close, so have come here quite a bit over the year…read more Pro- Just got renovated, so it looks pretty. The staff is nice, and the food is good. They also have lunch specials, which is nice. Cons- There is ALWAYS a weird perm smell when you go. It literally smells like someone is perming their hair, so not good. Another con is sometimes it takes long to get your food. And last but not least, I think their prices are not reasonable lately. Some of the prices do not match their menu, not sure when they raised their prices but I have never ever heard of a patacon costing almost $26 anywhere, and I frequent a lot of Venezuelan spots. Their name went from Q'Kenan restaurant to Q'Kenan Steakhouse so maybe now they just raised all the prices, I don't know. Their most expensive patacon on the menu is the one with Picańha and it says $17...yet I got charged 25.90. Regardless of how good something is, there shouldn't be a $9 difference from what is on the menu. That is absurd. On my last trip- $43 for an empanada, tequeńos and a patacon just doesn't sound right for Venezuelan food, and I come from living in Miami where restaurants are supposed to be more expensive. Add a tip and you're paying over $50 for street food. That's wild.

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    Bakery 1908 - Taro Slush

    Bakery 1908

    4.5(177 reviews)
    0.1 miInternational Drive / I-Drive, Disney World, Horizons West / West Orlando
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    Tiny parking lot in one of the busiest, most touristy part of town, so it's kind of a pain to get…read moreto, but once you get inside, the ambiance is grandiose and luxurious. A giant bun section open for the perusing, a wide open dining room with tranquil murals all over the wall. This is a good place to spend some time at and eat. Service is very friendly. At peak time of day, the buns always refill super fast. The dim sum orders took some time to make their way out to our table, but that's ok. I think this place does an insane amount of take-out business. Food was dynamite. Just look at those buns. Adorned with plenty of toppings that pack a wallop of flavor. Always moist and fluffy and the perfect levels of sweet and/or savory. One could make a breakfast, lunch, and dinner out of this section alone. The dim sum, though, that's what left the biggest impact on me. Dim sum places, I feel like, are trying to capitalize on the popularity and offer smaller and smaller portions. Small dumplings, poorly-filled buns, smaller meat-to-filler ratios, etc. Not Bakery 1908, though. They charge premium prices for them, but what you get are huge, plump, properly filled, and packed with flavor. Just wow. Overall, this is a great place. A very unique and important addition to the Orlando food landscape. I'll keep coming back as needed.

    Was able to fit in a last minute visit 20 mins before closing (10p)! A lot of the bakery items had…read morebeen sold by then which was a bummer because I was looking forward to trying a bunch of their buns. Inside is very clean, and spacious. However note that the parking lot is very limited, I can only imagine what the traffic and parking is like during the daytime. The blueberry cheesecake is my absolute favorite! When I visit again I will definitely make sure to snag one of these to eat. It's not too sweet which is great and the blueberry filling really adds to the overall taste of the dish. The matcha fruit tart was okay to me, nothing really stood out. But the strawberry pudding is very fruity. I will definitely have to return to try some of their other bakery buns and the hot food items!

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    Huge dessert display case at front counter

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    Tiramisu Latte pistachio Croissant

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