The Tastiest Cafes in Orlando

Village Cafe

★★★★☆ 4 (50) • $$

"Great place to grab a nice breakfast or lunch had a great classic eggs Benedict eggs perfectly poached with home fries. The bicuit and gravy was good the ham and cheese grilled perfectly good service clean friendly"

Cheeser's Palace Cafe

★★★★★ 4.5 (376) • $$

"This restaurant is such a cute gem! The staff is so friendly and treat you like family. We had Emma as our server and she was such a delight!Their menu has a little bit of something for everyone. Breakfast and lunch options. We opted for breakfast and it did not disappoint! I had the Oscar Benedict with cheesy grits and it was so good! The bread also wasn't your traditional English muffin, it was a croissant! And it was good! If you're ever in the Clermont/downtown Clermont area, make a stop here! I definitely want to come back to try other dishes! Just know that the weekends it can be busy, so if you don't mind the wait; put your name and number down for sure!"

Sol De Borinquen

★★★☆☆ 2.8 (60) • $

"Found this little gem via Yelp - Love the variety of Puerto Rican pastries and the hot food bar. The mofongo (smashed plantain) and trifongo (mashed yucca, green & ripe plantain) were divine. We ordered a la carte and came with some tasty broth on the side. Very generous portion that can definitely feed 2 people. We also had their stew chicken, boiled yucca, chicken soup. All super tasty. I am so sad it is so far from my home. The staff was very friendly. The time we went (around 5pm) was really slow, and they took the time to answer all my questions. If it gets busy I am sure there will be a little wait, but worth it."

Three Birds Cafe

★★★★☆ 4 (224) • $$

"Such a great restaurant. Heard wonderful things and had to check it out. Got a very filling chicken salad sandwich and chips and a maple pumpkin cold brew that was great. Can't wait to go back! Service was nice. You order and they bring your food to you. Very themed for the fall. Super cozy feel inside and very clean!"

Press'd Juice Bar & Kitchen

★★★★☆ 4.2 (6)

"Press'd The Kitchen is a cute little juice bar & restaurant in the Stoneybrook Shopping Plaza across the street from the Stoneybrook West Publix. There is another location on Plant Street that opened several years ago that has a strong following. They have a scratch kitchen and offer a nice mix of healthy choices. Today I decided to go with a fruit smoothie and it was fresh and delicious. The service was fast and friendly. Seating is limited to counter top and a couple of tables outside."

Laura Lee's Cafe & Pub

★★★★★ 4.8 (6)

"Super sweet people who run this place! Fresh coffee and good French fries! Nice outdoor deck seating area. First timer and I'll definitely be coming back here to try out the food!"

Castro's Cafe

★★★★★ 5 (16)

"They bend over backwards to make you feel like you're important. They have really great coffee and a great Cuban sandwich. I would highly recommend trying. This restaurant would set them apart from everybody else. Is their customer service."

Park Avenue Smoothie Cafe

★★★★★ 4.6 (36)

"Went here for Acia bowl with my wife It was amazing and yummy We tried the blue bowl also which was even better.Another lady said she goes here daily for smoothies because there so good .I highly recommend it. It's a good find in a relaxing neighborhood"

Cafe Nolo

★★★★★ 4.5 (6)

"Walking through lake square mall, my husband and I stumbled upon this place! We got a 6" Cuban sandwich and split it, photo is my half - HUGE sandwich! We both loved it, so good and we'll definitely be back. The owner was very kind and it was nice and quiet in there, our 1 year old enjoyed sitting on a couch watching tv haha."

Thunder Falls Terrace

★★★☆☆ 3.2 (100) • $$

"Great spot to get good food. Many options including for vegetarians. They do through app the ordering and employee brings you to the table. Still help the ones that don't want or don't have the app"

Mecatos Bakery & Café

★★★★★ 4.5 (44)

"OMG, I am so happy they opened a location closer to me! I'm in Clermont/Minneola and can now drive just 20 minutes, instead of all the way to downtown Orlando, to get my Mecato's Colombian food fix. They are located right next to Chipotle, across from Health Central hospital on Hwy 50. There is a sign that they are doing a soft opening, but they really have their act together, at least when we were there. The staff was friendly, helpful and the service was prompt. Of course, we can't forget the food! After putting my eyeballs back into their sockets from checking out the tantalizing display of desserts and pastries, I ultimately placed my order on the mobile app. You can order in person but I like the convenience of the app, tracking of rewards and the leisurely time I can spend reviewing the menu. The menu on the app is very descriptive of what each item is and comes with pictures and all pricing. There were even items on the app that aren't on the menus in the restaurant, like the Colombian hamburger. It's also nice to see all the options each item has without having to ask a million questions.The Colombian hamburger combo comes with fries and a drink. The burger was sweet and savory. It came with a pineapple sauce, garlic sauce, pink sauce, crushed potato chips and mozzarella cheese. It may not sound like it goes together but trust me, it does. The pan de bono and bunuelos were also delicious and so soft on the inside. Everything we tried was perfect and so good. Can't wait to go back and order more!"

Moma’s Unwind Cafe

★★★★☆ 3.8 (13)

"I stopped by to grab a quick coffee before a meeting and was pleasantly surprised at this neighborhood gem. Once I entered, I was greeted by both the server, Nisha & the delightful smells of their food! I immediately called an audible on my original "quick coffee" idea because I just had to eat whatever they were cooking here! I ordered the breakfast panini & asked to make it meatless. Nisha easily understood this & even made the suggestion to add veggies to my sandwich, most places get very confused at the notion that people don't always eat meat so this was very refreshing. And spoiler alert, the final product was so satisfying and delicious! The eggs were soft & fluffy, the cheese was melted & the bread was toasted to that perfect level of crispy flaky goodness. I also ordered a caramel macchiato made with almond milk and this coffee really packed a punch! Very robust flavors, not overly sweet. Just a perfect balance of caramel yumminess and bold espresso. During my short wait for my order, I noticed how many "regulars" were coming in & out, picking up & placing orders. Seeing so many repeat customers is always a good sign to me, and they can definitely add me to this list! All of the food I saw being served looked well made and delicious. Next time I'm in Orlando, I'll definitely stop by again."

Cup of Love Cafe

★★★★☆ 4.4 (82)

"I've stopped into this cute little space a couple of times to meet a friend for coffee. It is quaint & quiet, the coffee is good and service is friendly. Try the cappuccino or caramel macchiato - perfect!"

Garni Cafe

★★★★☆ 3.8 (8)

"So we thought we were going to Haven for a team Christmas brunch. As we approached the hotel, I noticed a lack of any signage bearing Haven's name. So we get there to find that as of that day they were rebranded as Garni. Quite a surprise!First off, this place is beautiful. Photo ops everywhere. I recommend getting pictures at the peacock chair.I really like the range of prices on the menu. You can be cost conscious, or you can go crazy. If you want bang for your buck, go with the Eggs Benedict or the Garni Big Mec. On the other hand if you want to eat light but feel like you spent big, go with the Croissant Lobster Rolls. Good things come in small packages I guess. They were tasty and just barely filling. The fries were really good. The avocado listed on the menu is an avocado sauce, so don't think you can go picking it off if you're not into avocado. The dish is served on three tiny croissants. I think it would have been better to have the same amount of salad on one small croissant. But hey, how much lobster salad do you expect to get for 25 bucks in a fancy place?With the exception of one person, my companions all said they really enjoyed what they had. The exception had the Chicken Paillard, which she said was fine for a dish that was just fried chicken in sauce. Not bad, but not remarkable.As we finished our server brought us some lemon macarons. They were tiny but tasty. I normally don't care for macarons, but these were pretty good.I'd really look forward to coming back here in the future. I think that burger is calling my name!"

First Watch

★★★★☆ 4.1 (131) • $$

"Found this gem on Yelp and it did not disappoint. Had an amazing server (yay Mark) who was attentive and knew just what we needed when we needed it.Had the raspberry ricotta French toast and Purple Haze - I cannot wait to go back!A must try if you are in the area or near one."

Mecatos Bakery & Café

★★★★☆ 4.1 (381) • $

"Had to come to a nearby car shop for an oil change one morning, and we wanted a nice breakfast that was preferably a walk away. When searching, we found Mecatos! It looked like one of those classic Hispanic bakeries that offer grab-n-go pastries along with hot sandwiches and breakfast plates made to order. We walked over, got in line, and started marveling over all of the options. We ended up getting seven items out of the display case. I don't remember what all we got, but I remember that they were almost as good as the ones down in Miami. Delicious! Everything guava y queso was delicious, the bill potato ball was delicious, but you'll need a dipping sauce, the Nutella bun was severely lacking Nutella, don't get that one if you have an insatiable sweet tooth, and the tequenos were yummy yummy, my favorite part. Nothing was too greasy, everything was the right temperature, and I'll probably get double the amount of stuff next time. I also got a hot sandwich, a chorizo, egg, and cheese arepa. My goodness. They stuff this thing to the brim. Delicious chorizo, well-cooked eggs, and more cheese than you can handle, just melty enough to glue it all together in that mega crispy arepa shell. One of the best breakfast sandwiches I've ever had in Orlando. Get one of these. I also got a fancy, sweet, mocha, iced coffee, and it was pretty standard. No complaints. It satisfied the need. Overall, this place was a very pleasant discovery, and I will probably be back over and over again."

First Watch

★★★★☆ 4.1 (16) • $$

"Recently visited the brand new First Watch in Winter Springs. I love that their menu now includes brunch cocktails! I enjoyed the smoked salmon frittata with dressed greens- one of their regular menu items.My only complaint is that parking is cramped in this small plaza that also has a Publix."

Keke's Breakfast Cafe

★★★★☆ 3.6 (134) • $$

"Nice place to grab breakfast and early lunch. Menus are straightforward and simple. We ordered French toast, scrambbled eggs and a side of bacon. And the grilled chicken Caesar salad. Food taste good and priced fairly. The staff was awesome and extremely helpfulLarge seating area and plenty of space for everyone."

First Watch

★★★★☆ 3.8 (323) • $$

"Always a fresh and delicious meal to be had at First Watch!I love coming here when they have seasonal meals with fresh new ingredients. This time, I got the carnitas Hash bowl. I love the potatoes and the lemony hollandaise sauce they use. My guest got an omelette that she says was really good, but she would've preferred the sausage to be ground up smaller. Other than that, the flavor was there!I love the farmhouse decor that all first watches have. My go to location is the one on Aloma, which has a lovely mural of the Winter Park peacocks. Each location has unique murals to where they are located, and I love it !The service at the Aloma store is very good. The servers are always extremely attentive and make sure the food comes out fast, good, and fresh!This is always one of my go to spots for brunch."

First Watch

★★★★☆ 4.1 (235) • $$

"Tried their new seasonal item, Parmesan Prosciutto toast and it was worth every bite. Such a great flavor profile and so fresh. Highly recommend this delicious item. Hope they keep it for the regular menu! Thanks Daniel for the recommendation!!"

Cafe Don Juan

★★★★☆ 4.4 (160) • $$

"Excellent Puerto Rican cafe with truly delicious coffee. Excellent service and the atmosphere is fantastic. The bread reminded me of the place I went to near Yabucoa, PR. A spot that opens from midnight to 6:00am and draws crowds every night. The Cortado was so delicious, I had to buy another one to go. I will be sure to take some of the coffee home. The cafe is beautifully decorated and has a very nice outdoor patio, and they love dogs so you can bring your pup with you to the patio only though. A great place for a visit when you're in the area. Winter Park is not what people come to Orlando for but if you've been to Disney and you had enough of it, there are many other great places to visit in the Orlando area. This one included."

Mecatos Bakery & Café

★★★★☆ 4.3 (6)

"I tried Mecatos for the first time and had an amazing experience! I ordered the Pandebono, Cafe con leche and a Colombian hot dog and enjoyed everything I got. The interior is also beautiful with a lot of seating options inside. The pandebono was delicious and paired well with the cafe con leche. The cafe con leche doesn't come with sugar so make sure to ask for it if you want it added. They also have sugar and utensils available to the side if you want to add it yourself!It was my first time trying a Colombian hot dog and I was pleasantly surprised with how well the flavor combinations worked together. The sweetness from the pineapple balances out the salty toppings. Overall amazing food options with great/quick service!"

Sunny Side Cafe

★★☆☆☆ 2.4 (5)

"My daughter and I stopped in for breakfast at this very calm and peaceful feel to it I loved there Fig plant very large and beautiful there staff so sweet and nice and there breakfast hot the spot as well as there drinks. Stop on by and let share your experience"

Artisan Park Club

★★★★☆ 4.2 (16) • $$

"We are here filming, so I am not completely sure of the details for this place. Here's their website: https://www.myartisanclub.com/What I can tell you is that the grounds are lovely and very well manicured. They have a private pool, workout center and looks like possibly a restaurant or at least some where you can have food prepped for an event or party. It would be an excellent place for a small to medium wedding or party. the bathrooms have lockers in them. I think it may also be the country club for the surrounding community. Either way it is a very nice place :)"

Melina’s Cafe

★★★★☆ 4.2 (9)

"This place used to be a Peruvian restaurant known as "Mi Tiendita peruana" the main cook bought the place and turned into a mixed cuisine restaurant. Including Peruvian and Honduran. The recipes remind me off my moms cooking in Peru. Very well made. The desayuno lurin it's probably the most sought out item on the menu. Fried pork, French baguette, pickled onions, sweet potatoe fried, and a tamal(corn meal soft savory wrapped in banana leaf cake) definitely worth it. Baleada it's something else definitely worth trying. The decor and ambiance really set this place apart from other small businesses. Everything was in order and very neat. Attention to detail. Enjoy!!"

Mecatos Bakery & Café

★★★★☆ 4 (173) • $$

"Super cute and trendy cafe with fresh food, nice variety of sweets and salty foods to pick on. The Columbian empanadas are very filling and well made. The arepas although not my favorite were enjoyed by the folks I was with. The pan de Bono's were fresh and perfectly cheesy!Even the regular coffee was great!"

Cafe 906

★★★★☆ 4.1 (176) • $

"Review will consist of 1-5 rating per section Going through, food, service, ambiance, pricing and parkingFood- 5/5, excellent quality, anything "made to order" is always done either rushed or perfectly. In the case of "906" it is done perfectly. Even croissants are made the same day, which is a long process. Service 5/5, the front "check out" spot is sort of hectic with lots of information and menu information being no available to see, so you can imagine that it can be kind of confusing. Never fear though, cafe 906 has excellent service, from the chef and owner in the kitchen to the front of house severs and staff, they helped me to break down the menu in an informative way! I love the QR code menu as it reduces waste, but if you do need a physical menu they have reusable ones as wellAmbiance 5/5, this is the easiest section to rate. It's a French cafe, expect quiet and happy moods. Decor adds to the atmosphere and vibe without rushing your mind around. And the seating is astute to the environment while also not getting in the way which is a huge plus. Pricing 4/5, quite simple this as well. If you want HIGH QUALITY FOOD, Made to order you will inevitably pay a higher price. The prices aren't to high that quality seems to be lacking, there seems to be a perfect balance of quality and price, but then again everyone loves a cheaper menu, that's just the reality of the world around us. Parking 3.5/5, being in Baldwin parking is a luxury. There is parking in the several different garages but that is also limited. Street parking is rare unless youCome in on a quiet day. Nonetheless it's still a factor. I highly recommend this cafe if you are looking for extremely high quality cafe foods and coffee. The staff are nice and very knowledgeable, browsing won't be an issue"

New General

★★★★☆ 4.3 (173) • $$

"Staff wasn't very friendly. We sat there for a bit before someone came by to clean off the table.. despite seeing us and saying they would be right back... The food was amazing though... but very pricy! Adds up real quick. $80 breakfast for 2 people"

Cafe 4

★★☆☆☆ 2.3 (44) • $

"The restaurant is very cool with its marvel theme but the food is very expensive. It's $43 for a whole pepperoni pizza! And it isn't even that big. Plus, some of the other things are already expensive. But the food came pretty quickly. Portions were an okay size, but the breadsticks were very plain. One slice was already $13! $11 for a whole pizza can be found at Costco."

Garden Bistro & Bar

★★★☆☆ 3.1 (17) • $$

"The food isn't bad the only disappointment is that the Garden Bistro also doesn't offer up anything unique to the breakfast market. Everything was tasty and well prepared and it's the perfect place for a quiet breakfast. Surround by hues of white, wood, and greens that pull the garden theme through in a very elegant way. One large dining table separates the restaurant in half surround by smaller tables.This perfectly sized eatery is attached to The Castle Hotel by Marriott. We needed a quick breakfast and since we already enjoyed room service we thought we would head downstairs to see how service ran.The whole staff was extremely nice and attentive. Unfortunately service tends to always go South towards the end and the pressure of timing is even more so essential in the Orlando hospitality industry. People save up their whole lives to bring their families to the heavily tourist area. Therefore time is of the essence. Dropping the check took over ten minutes after receiving a to go box. It wasn't busy on the floor but I'm unsure of what the back of the kitchen looked like. We just wanted to charge it to the room.Besides small glitch in service and not having anything particularly amazing to breakfast this place is quaint. We will definitely be back for dinner next time we're here. Since this does seem like a more quieter joint to dine at!!"

Juan Valdez Cafe

★★★★☆ 4.2 (52)

"Their coffee and bakery selections from Colombia are delicious!You can also buy bagged coffee to take home, and if needed they grind it for you."

Suncreek Cafe

★★★★☆ 3.9 (9)

"Ahi Tuna Bowl is fantastic! Perfect for a quick lunch with friends. Highly recommend."

Cafe Pinton Ec

★★★★★ 4.6 (25)

"It's the best Ecuadorian food I've ever had. Wow, I highly recommend this place Great service"

George's Cafe

★★★★☆ 4.1 (109) • $$

"Everything was great. Good large sandwiches. Generous salads. And the best amazing cookies."

Boba Garden

★★★★★ 5 (5)

"We went in tonight during their soft opening. The owners were so nice. We got the strawberry burst and I love that they ask you what sugar level you'd like. We got the lowest and it still tasted amazing. They're open from 11am-8pm during their soft opening. Definitely give them a try!"