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    A La Cart - SoDo

    4.5 (98 reviews)
    Open 11:30 am - 10:00 pm

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    A LA CART - SODO ATMOSPHERE

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    Happy hour specials
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Sushi
    Garrett R.

    Great spot to try a bunch of different food. Food at some places did take a while to come out but this is a fun family friendly atmosphere.

    Lobos Coffee
    Cindy D.

    Such a fun community spot. Works super well for the hosted event that I attended recently. Only bit of note that there was an event right after the ours and there was a lot of shuffling around. Might need to add in a buffer time of tear down/set up and let vendors know what time they can start so that there isn't confusion and rush on-site. The space itself was very clean and has a nice shaded area and turf in the sunshine. Lobos Coffee was one of the event's vendors and their drinks were SO GOOD. I ordered the chai latte, iced, with oat milk and sugar free vanilla syrup. Out of the 4 drinks, everyone liked mine a lot. Probably one of the best vanilla chais that I've had. The owner/cashier was so nice too.

    Mikhail C.

    I always have a great time here! It's kind of like my neighborhood bar. All the bartenders are always super nice. I didn't go for food and I usually don't; I went for a little Saint Patrick's drink with the family. My drink had a flavor profile of cereal and lime as I remember it.

    Allan D.

    A La Cart in the Mills area is a great venue. If you're in that area, support local! To my surprise, my daughter was asked to perform at a K-POP/Christmas themed meet up at A La Cart in SODO! So awesome to see K-POP get the love in central Florida! Just like Mills, SODO has several food trucks with different food offerings, including a bar with craft drinks. The lawn is much more spacious than Mills, with several vendors taking advantage of the room to sell their wares. I helped my daughter bring in her set up, and as the music session started, a couple of the owners were concerned about the volume being too low. They wanted to make sure she could be heard! Thank you for that! I'm glad they accommodated her by shutting off the music in the bar area until she was finished with her set! Thank you to the K-POP/Christmas promoter Jenn Marasigan for inviting Ava to do her first solo performance in a public venue! She had fun! And thank you to A La Cart SODO for being such a great and welcoming venue! "They're your taste buds. Satisfy them!" -Allan Delacruz

    Ceviche sushi
    Isabel M.

    There are so many great options here for a group with different cravings! They've got TVs (go sports!), a nice selection of beverages, and both indoor and patio seating. Right now, there's even a small pumpkin patch you can buy from! It's such a fun seasonal touch. Each food truck has its own kiosk where you can order easily, and you'll get a text when your food's ready, which makes the process super convenient. We tried two different trucks and both hit the spot for what we were craving. Next time, I'd definitely reorder the chicken skewers and potatoes from the Spain food truck since those were delicious! I'd probably skip the ceviche sushi, though; it was a bit mild in flavor for me. Parking is a little limited, but we've always been able to find a spot without much trouble. You can also order ahead online if you'd rather grab and go instead of dining at A La Cart.

    Contraband Sour 10/10
    Katie F.

    I have not been here on a weekends night in a very long time. I stopped and hung out with some friends before heading to boxy Park later in the evening this evening I got the contraband sour. It is a beer from Knoxville, Tennessee, according to the can, it is 6.3% alcohol by volume, it is 473 mL, and it's also gluten-free. This sour was recommended to me by the gentleman manning behind the bar. It has flavors of strawberry, cucumber, orange, zest, and lime. The color of the sour reminds me of a thicker version of cranberry juice. Tonight it is very loud. There are a couple of parties in the inside area that are very loud so it's a little bit hard to hear however, this place is always a go to. For myself! 10/10 Love it here

    Juliette L.

    I had heard so many things about A La Cart but had never been until now. I get the hype! It's nice to have a place where you and your friends or partner can get very different things if you're not on the same page. I tried the sushi truck, it was solid. The pizza spot was even better, but I really loved the viral ice cream that looked like fruit! It was so tasty and refreshing on a hot day. Plenty of tables and green space. Good drink options, my only complaint is I wish they served the "brunch cocktails" all day. The beer-mosa is so delicious! I can't wait to go back and try more food options!

    Kalvin K.

    Cool vibe spot in SoDo. Feels a bit roomier than the original milk district location. Plenty of choices for beer, food, and other drinks. It's a bit hidden so keep an eye out. I liked how it's perfect for a nice Florida fall day. Definitely will return with more coworkers next time.

    Daysha Y.

    A very pretty environment, chill vibes! If you're not the biggest fan of children running around, bumping into you/ the table, and don't like them screaming then don't go on the weekends. Besides that, the food was great we got the smash burger and crepes; absolutely amazing and will return in the future!

    Mango Ice Cream
    Rob L.

    I came here for the first time and had a positive experience. Although, ungodly hot, there were a few different shaded areas for seating. There were plenty of various food vendors and good drink options. It was a cool space, with a nice mural that my wife was happy to snap a picture in front of. My favorite thing I got had to be the viral fruit ice cream. It looked cool and tasted great too! And it was the perfect way to stay cool in the Florida heat. I tried the mango, my wife tried the peach. Both were delicious, but I would definitely get the mango again!

    Lawrence U.

    Ordered the chicken with rice and noodles from Over rice. Chicken is savory, a little salty and has a little kick. Comes with lumpia- fried spring roll. It is good and crispy. It's a little expensive at 20$ but worth it. Had to wait for 15 mins but worth it. It's a food truck so no service.

    Amber M.

    As a member of the A La Cart "Monday Runday" crew I can say I truly love coming here. There's always great beer on tap and the staff are always helpful and friendly. As a frequenter of the original A La Cart in the milk district, I was so happy when this location opened a little bit closer to my house. And let's be honest, the extra space and parking is definitely a nice and much needed extra benefit. My only "complaint" is that it can get hot here in the summer since it's all technically outdoors but it's truly not enough to keep me away. I even stopped by this past monday and enjoyed a run and a beer in the rain. I'll for sure keep coming back at least on Mondays!

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    Jeremiah F.

    Perfect time is before 4pm IF you like it not as crowded. Always a variety of amazing selections from the trucks, and the portions as are perfect if not huge. Plenty of happy hour perks, even at the bar! Always friendly staff and vibrant atmosphere.

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    This is their third location, sitting at the corner of Robinson and Orange. They have 3 permanent…read moreresidents; Red Panda noodles serving delicious noodles and protein. Phat Ash bakery with some fat azz cookies, and Brick and Butter with comfort food sandwiches. It's a cute spot with a small arcade and a patio sitting area shared by the vendors. I came to see Red Panda and get my Garlic Noodz. I'll definitely be back!!

    A La Cart City is the newest location in the A La Cart family. While it isn't the smallest location…read more(they do have an upstairs lounge area that adds to the overall ambiance of the space), it is the most limited in food truck options as they are only hosting three eateries/food trucks at the moment - which include Red Panda Noodle, Phat Ash Bakes, and Brick & Butter. Now, diving in, I've only had food from Red Panda Noodle - which I initially discovered during Tasty Tuesdays in the Milk District. My first time having them, I fell immediately in love with their beef noodle option: Beef & Broccoli. It is flavorful and filling! The price points are standard (roughly $17.00 for the Beef & Broccoli). All other dishes are reasonably priced. As for A La Cart City as a place, it's centrally located off Orange Ave. There is PAID parking all around - sadly, unless you use the DTO promo code for a free two hours of parking, you will have to pay to park just about anywhere in Downtown Orlando. Parking is ample, but it can get pricey depending on when / where you park. There is ample seating downstairs and upstairs. It is service animal-friendly. They have a large screen for viewing sports or displaying any video (if you reserve the space for an event). The staff is kind, attentive, and helpful. They have a decent (not super large, but decent nonetheless) beer and wine selection. Price points are comparable to the other A La Cart locations. The overall location is great in the sense that it's a great spot to start a "bar-hop" vibe and make your way down into the thick of DTO. All in all, I am a fan of all three A La Cart lcoations. Also, did I mention, it is a great little spot for events! So, definitely visit them if you have not already.

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    It has been at least a year if not longer since we have been back here. Partly because when we've…read morebeen in the past, the beers on tap, just really didn't speak to us. This go around it was the exact opposite experience. We had several beers and we enjoyed all of them. This location is fairly large so if you have a larger group, it's great for groups to come to. They do not have food service but they do typically have a food truck there for a short period of time, but there are eateries in the area so I'm sure having food delivered or going across the street or down the street to get food would not be an issue either. My husband really enjoyed their brown ale. We also tried the bourbon barrel aged one as well and found it to be very sweet. We also tried the drunken Irish, which was great, but our favorite was by far the wee Peaty. It was described to us as having a little smoked flavor to it, but we found that was definitely not the case and really enjoyed the depth of the flavor in this beer.

    This is a cute little unsuspecting brewery in sodo.. walking in you are transported into a cool…read morespace filled with local art and a variety of games to play. Dogs are welcomed and they also do daily specials and trivia etc (I'm looking to go back for the trivia) they have a rotating food truck parked outside with yard games and good music and delicious smelling food. The service here was great, the place was very clean definitely will be back

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    Christine, Robert, and leadership who offered to pack up our dinner tonight - Thank you! Little did…read moreyou know, I celebrated my new dream job today and out of all the restaurants - we wanted to celebrate here. Happy hour is affordable and the selections for apps are to-die for. We shared the calamari and queso dip, and my fiance got the pork chop and I got the steak bowl. Pork chop and steak was cooked to tender and the veggies were seasoned perfectly. It was a reminder why we chose this place as a celebration. Thank you for a wonderful night! I wish we got the manager's name, but he was with Robert and we thank-you for hosting us and creating a special space of hospitality. We enjoyed the night and can't wait to come back and bring our friends and family. Spent my first dream job paycheck here. That says something!

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    I like beer. I like kitties. According to the shirt I'm currently wearing, I really like kitties…read moreand beer and honestly, that sums me up pretty well. As a loyal fan of Orlando's local brewery scene (shoutout to my neighborhood favorites Tactical and Ten10), I don't venture far from my comfort zone. But every now and then, I'll travel a daring five miles for a place that feels like it was plucked straight out of the Pacific Northwest and this is that place. The beer? Amazing. The staff? Incredible. The space? Open, welcoming, and plenty of seating to settle in for a while. Now let's talk about the only adventure here: parking. The immediate lot is small and can feel like you're competing in the Orlando Parking Olympics. But there's additional parking across the street to the left near some office buildings. Finding parking in Orlando sometimes feels as hard as snagging a spot in NYC, but trust me, it's worth the effort. They're constantly brewing something new okay, maybe not every single week, but it sure feels like it and somehow it's always excellent. There's always something fresh and creative on tap. So yes, I absolutely recommend this place. If you can park, come on in. You won't regret it.

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    this is my wife and I'a go to local spot. The manager definitely knows what she's doing. Staff is…read moreawesome. Food is awesome. Drinks are awesome. You want them in between a dive and a chill family dinner? this is the place!!

    Stopped in here before a city game. Hadn't heard of it really but good ratings on Yelp and also…read morerecommended on another site. So decided to give it a try. Not in what you would say is the greatest location. Just not in the place you'd think a restaurant would be. That's not a negative just found it interesting. We were seated right away and opted for outside dining. You can see a lake across the street but if parking is full it's kinda blocked. But we really liked the vibe there. Laid back. Had some music going. We enjoyed eating out there. All of our meals were excellent. I got the Buffalo chicken sandwich (yum). We also got the mexi-cal bowl and the fajitas. They both were also yummy. We decided for the s'mores as dessert. We figured they'd bring out already made s'mores. But no. They bring you out the chocolate the marshmallows and the graham crackers and you cook it right there at your table with this mini fire thingy. It was good. The only thing I would have changed is that they brought out the chocolate ice cold so it didn't melt too well. But it was good. The star of our experience was our waiter. He was awesome. Very attentive, always keeping our drinks filled and super friendly. Having a great waiter just puts good meals over the top. Wish I would have grabbed his name so I could give him a shout out here. But he was working the outside tables on Saturday Apollo 18. Great job man. Overall, give this place a shot. Unique dishes that satisfies the taste buds. We'll be back.

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