Another visit Tuesday night and was pleased that their Cafeteria line was some yummy food. I ordered the bbq chicken and ate it before taking pics. So much food that we split it. Loved bringing home some of their tasty bakery items as well and their casitas ($1.99) never disappoint!! read more

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I come to Melao pretty much every morning, great Spanish food, kind and polite service and great dessert! It's like being back to PR in Orlando !! Take out or eat in they have plenty of sitting tables for small or big crowd , this place has it all . If u want to have good food and take some dessert home this place is for you ! read more

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Been here a couple of times before for lunch and dinner and had a great mofongo last time I came. This time came in for breakfast with my family, it was pretty busy but the service was quick. I ordered the media noche sandwhich and thought it was ok. Also tried a couple of pastelillos, a pizza and chicken and were good. I did not like that the quesitos I had for dessert were cold and didn't taste fresh. Was a little disappointed for that but still recommend to try this spot if haven't been before. read more

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I hadn't been to Melao in a long time so we stopped for breakfast after church. The restaurant is super outdated and definitely needs some upgrades but the food was good. It was pretty busy for such an early time but service was quick. We did experience some rudeness from a staff member named Ileana. She was also rude to her co-workers in front of other customers which we felt uncomfortable with and was highly disappointed on. Overall, the food was good and they have several breakfast and lunch options for everyone. read more

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I have had food from all over the world and my mom is Costa Rican, so imagine my surprise when they advertise Mofongo. A delicious dish that I had never even heard of let alone tried. It was worth the wait and what a wait. About 25 minutes to place your order and then 45 minutes to get your order. I was so confused as to what is going on here. We're in a line to order food but there is a separate line for the baker items and after we order and are told to go sit, there is a third line: for the lunch buffet. They charge by the pound at the buffet. After 45 minutes, they called my name and I went up to get my wife's Mofongo and my breakfast special. My breakfast was so delicious. the bread was awesome, it tasted like Hawaiian bread. Eggs, ham all on top of plantains. For like $6. The coffee is NOT a drip but an expresso turned into an Americano. Place is huge, super busy and jumping. People were very happy to be here regardless of the waiting time. read more

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Typically the tripleta is something I order at every Puerto Rican sub establishment. I was excited knowing that this is not a chain and locally owned. We had to wait a bit for the order as well, so I figured it would be hot and/or fresh. We had ordered three subs, only one of them was hot. The meat in the tripleta was thick and a bit tough to chew through. I couldn't taste anything other than the pernil and tomato. The medianoche was the only hot sub where we could properly taste all the ingredients on. We ended up getting an Oreo cheesecake as well, but it tasted like something was off about the whipped cream. It was also freezing cold, so you had to almost let it melt in your mouth before you could properly taste it. read more

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Haven't visited Melao in a long time and decided to go for breakfast. When we first arrived it wasn't too busy and shortly after got very busy. I like that you can order at the counter or at a kiosk. But the initial thought as you walk in is the old and outdated. Definitely needs some renovations to the location. As for staff the interaction with the lady at register taking orders was good but the lady at the pick up counter, Ileana, was very rude. She was yelling at everyone including customers. As for food it was good but I've had better. The major disappointment was I ordered a quesito and it was cold as if they just took it out of the refrigerator so it was horrible. I should've gone back to return it but it was busy so just took it home and warmed it up. Also the toast with butter barely had any butter making super dry and hard to eat. Definitely want a good experience and don't see myself going back. read more

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Was a bad experience & Not a good representation for authentic Puerto Rican food. The wait for the food was terrible. Pasteles had very little meat and very bland. Shrimp was very salty the rice was over cooked and the beans was the only saving factor of the meal but after 4 bites that was enough. read more

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This bakery is very Puerto Rican bakery, and while I don't visit often due to mixed reviews, this was only my second time coming back, and unfortunately, it was a bit disappointing. The positives: the food options are fantastic, and the pastries are excellent. I tried some of the lunch offerings this time, and everything I ate was truly delicious. The owners clearly have a great product. Where things really fell short, though, was in the service. If you're running a business with the values and principles you advertise, your staff should reflect that. The lady that served us was wonderful, attentive and friendly. However, another employee (Irish, I believe was her name) was the opposite experience. She seemed far more interested in chatting with a coworker than serving customers. At one point, she called out "NEXT!" and when the young woman behind us didn't react within two seconds, she abruptly said "OK!" turned her back, and went right back to her conversation. I had to step in and point out the customer she left waiting at the register. Even then, she barely acknowledged her, clearly annoyed that she had to stop talking (Second lady talking to her was Maritza). Again, this lady had a terrible attitude. Meanwhile, other team members were hustling , but it was frustrating to watch these two stand around talking instead of helping. As a customer, this left a really negative impression. I may give this place another try in the future, but it's been 4-5 years since my last visit for a reason. The food is great, but the service has to match the message the owners want to deliver. read more

I love everything on the food and dessert menu. There's always a small wait time since it is a popular spot but service is pretty quick for all orders made to eat. Highly recommend! read more

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We had a great Cuban sandwich and a pineapple yellow cake for desert. Both were excellent. The Cuban has to be one of the best in town. read more

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Sandwiches are pricey and they are actually small. It does take a while to get your order too. Try FL bakery. They are better and way cheaper. read more

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Wow! This place has some amazing dishes mostly Puerto Richowever we went to check them for the sandwiches which is hard because all look delicious, we went for the tripletongo wrap a slow cooked pork,ham, beefsteak swiss cheese pressed sandwich which includes lettuce, tomatoes mofongo and mayoketchup, i could not say enough its a must have. Most of the dishes all look delicious including their prepared meals which you can get a take home full meal. Busiest times seem to after 12noon, but the service was quick. We each had also a shake of passion fruit which was amazing, but next time I would like to try their nutella coffee sounds like heaven. Breakfast is also served in addition to lunch both range in prices between 8.99 to 22.00 with 22.00 being a full meal. The place is pretty big for seating enough people without feeling overwhelmed. If ever in the Orlando area highly recommend going to the Orlando location, but they also have one in Kissimmee. read more

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Great service and even better food! This bakery made me feel like I was back in Puerto Rico. From the friendly service to the pastries, the coffee and the sandwiches, Melao is where you need to go. We ordered sandwiches and coffee and a pastry. The sandwiches are Huge!!! I had my favorite donut. It's a sugar donut I used to have as a kid. My husband had the quesito pastry. Would definitely go back for the pastrami sandwich. read more

Melao Bakery - Orlando - Dona y quesito - Bakeries Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Best and most authentic Puerto Rican food I've had outside the island. This place is packed with a ton of delicious food options. They also have a bakery to full of treats. They also had my favorite bread "pan sobao" fresh and warm. Don't let the full parking lot scare you away. The service is definitely not slow. And there's plenty of seating inside for all. Thus, the crowd alone suggests nothing but goodness. read more

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Their bistec encebollado was delish!!! And the pastries con un cafecito.. RICO. Every time I'm in town it's where I stop to grab a bite. Always plenty to choose from and again todo RICO. read more

Why oh why did I not know about this place year's ago?! I needed this in my life 10 years ago! When i went it was packed! I realized that it wasn't just a bakery when i forst parked my car. To my surprise it was also a restaurant! I instantly became excited learning Melao also sell spanish food. And one of the best from the looks of how many people there were inside. So I decided that since i was there for doughnuts i would just buy a few. And come back with my husband to try the food. Their doughnuts they sell here are sinfully delicious! The pillowy soft texture when you bite into these are the perfect dessert and will make your day. They have a variety and so far all the ones I've tried are amazing! Creme filled one, chocolate covered ones, glazed, chocolate vanilla, dulce de leche etc.... These donuts are not normal size either they are pretty big! I couldn't finish either of the ones I've started after buying them. I ended up finishing the rest of of it later on in the day or the next day. This place is a must in my life! I suggest you all go and visit them! read more

I love stopping by this bakery whenever I am in this area. The baked goods are delicious. My favorites are the sugar donuts and the quesitos. They have 3 different lines to order, bakery line, to go line, cafeteria style line for all the other food on the steam food line. The staff is great, they get you in and out. The dining area is a large cafeteria style, it work, people move in and out of the seating, so don't stress if it is packed. read more

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Popped in here for a quick bite to eat during lunch on a Saturday. There was a line but it moved quickly. We ordered both the already ready hot food and some empanadillas that are made to order. The pollo al ajillo was super well seasoned nice and tender and well as the arroz con gandules. I got a chicken and a pizza a empanadilla Everything was super yummy. The only reason I'm not leaving a 5 is we decided to dine this food in and we were having trouble finding a clean table and then the one we did find, the booth was like sunken in from how many people have sat there in the past. read more

There are very few places like Melao Bakery in Orlando. If you want to truly taste, Puerto Rican cuisine in Orlando this is the place to go. The service is impeccable. The food is impeccable and the ambience is typically Puerto Rican. I recommend you try a truly local delicacy as a bakery item called I recommend you try a truly local delicacy as a bakery item called Quesito. The bread and all the pastries are typically Puerto Rican so you can feel comfortable ordering any one of them. read more

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I love this bakery for its variety baked goods, tasty sandwiches, empanadas, natural juices, and coffee all hit the spot with an open ambience. However, I was just there yesterday and was a bit bummed about the wait. It took over 35 minutes for my sandwich, which isn't the norm here. I actually left and came back later to pick up my order so don't know exactly how long it took past the 35 minutes. Still a great spot overall, just hoping that was a one-off delay. read more

This was my first time trying melao bakery and I couldn't have been more satisfied with the experience and the food. I decided to get a plate and chose my rice, meat, and sides. I got the shredded pork with chicken yellow rice and maduros and macaroni salad as a side. 10/10 food it was delicious and fast and I had lefts overs for later. Definitely will be returning :) read more

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The food is great, the service was stellar and the people are so polite. I would definitely come back any time I'm in the area. Love it

All the ladies here are so kind and food was fresh! Fantastic service and lots of seating. Glad we made an unexpected stop.

Buenos precios, trato excelente. Nos encantó. Repito este lugar cada vez que puedo me encanta. read more

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First off, the prices are absolutely wonderful! There's breakfast, sandwiches, rice, beans, mondongo, pernil, salads, coffee, icees, avena. All of the staples you normally find in a Puerto Rican bakery. Their bakery is beautiful, I walked in and told them "wow this looks beautiful" lol. So many options, colors, and flavors. I'm hooked on the almendra cake with guava and coconut flakes on top. If you're in the area (it's by I-drive) definitely stop here for some Spanish food. There's plenty of indoor seating too. read more

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Service is quick and there is a lot of room inside to sit down as it gets very busy. There are a lot of food options and you can see everything you are ordering on the line. There was a long line but things went pretty quickly and smoothly. read more

Melao Bakery - Orlando - pastele, ribs, rice and beans and maduros, chicken, and octopus salad - Bakeries Near Me - Orlando, Florida

The frappes are so good. Food is delicious too and authentic. Nice portions and the pricing is fair depending on what you order. read more

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This place is like the Disney world of foods, so many options at all times of the day, the place is excellent.

The comparison between the Kissimmee location and the Orlando location are day and night. It's absolutely ridiculous to wait so long over food. As a regular customer of Melao in Kissimmee, I have to say that the quality of food, speed of service, logistics and even the taste of the coffee. It's completely different. Not even close. We came to eat breakfast. A sandwich and a breakfast plate. And 30 minutes later we are still waiting on our food. The amount of orders waiting were no more than a few in front. The food was tasty. Just sucks to wait so long. ***Changed to 2 stars*** read more

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Bread and pastries are very good, as well as service. However, their lunches are very low quality. Breakfast is good, but lunch (yellow rice, pasteles, ribs, etc.) are low quality and not tasty. Will pass on lunch. read more

What a hidden gym!!!! We saw it on signs got curious looked it up! And yummy we were so overwhelmed by so much offerings there, we needed bigger stomachs! The staff celebrated another staffs birthday! Omg so cute! Great work environment for sure! We did the hot line this time with a few pastries togo! Next time we come we are getting the sandwiches! read more

It doesn't matter how the food tastes, or the ambiance. We ordered 6 empanadas and 6 croquetas. We are standing here 40 minutes later and we still do not have our food. Unless you have half a day to stand in the lobby and wait while NO ONE goes out to the kitchen to check to see if your food is done, don't bother coming to this place. read more

Reasonable. I've been driving passed this bakery for 10+ years and have noticed the parking lot always full. I told myself I would have to see what the fuss was about. One random Sunday brunch, we decided to take the trip. Long lines and reasonably priced foods is what I expected. That's exactly what I found. I'm not sure I could find a delicious, filling meal for a reasonable price all in one meal. Usually you're sacrificing one of these. No sacrifice here. You get a ham, egg and cheese sandwich for $4.95! Filling though for my big boy frame. I figured out what the long line and packed parking lots were for. Would definitely recommend. read more

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This restaurant was fire! The line was outrageous, but that's a great sign when it comes to good food. They offer a variety of Latin cuisine. I had a tripleta (puerto rican sandwich). I also tried some of the fresh pastries from their bakery side of the restaurant. Overall this place is worth the wait. read more

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El Melao is our to go place when we are in Orlando and I'm craving some food from back home. They serve so much food and everything we have tried is delicious! Reminds me of mom and pop's cafeterias in PR. It's always packed and they have all kinds of sweets, desserts and sandwiches read more

This place was recommended by a Puerto Rican lyft driver during our Orlando visit. Very clean restaurant, the staff was friendly and helpful. They have 2 options, premade dishes and a la carte; we chose a la carte. Such simple dishes full of flavor, everything was delicious. The mofongo and tostones were well-seasoned, the pork was crispy on the outside and tender in the inside. The chicken was soooooo delicious!! We also bought some of their pastries and they were also super good even the day after. I will definitely come back to this place whenever I visit Orlando again. read more

Melao Bakery - Orlando - Fried pork with tostones and Mofongo with Mofongo With Grill Chicken Breast - Bakeries Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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Came in for the first time for a Puertorican breakfast and I was not impressed actually disappointed. I'm not sure if it is because is close to the tourist area, but it was completely packed. They do not offer table service, you have to order at the counter and wait for your order to bring to your table. It was hot inside and the food took a long time. The food was decent, and the hot food for lunch looked really good. Overall I don't see myself coming back here for breakfast, but I would like to try the hot food for lunch or dinner. ambiance is loud and stuffy between the loud music on the speakers and the people yelling was a little too much. read more

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This is my favorite Puerto Rican bakery with the exception of one that's actually located in Puerto Rico. This place is authentic for sure. I come on every visit to Orlando specifically for breakfast (my family and I love their sandwiches). I ordered a plain ham and cheese on pan de agua (which translates to water bread). My family ordered a tripleta, a bacon, egg, and cheese, and an order of pancakes for the little one. If the place is packed (which it almost always is) you'll order and wait a little while for your food but it is well worth the wait. The staff is super kind and informative (most of them are Spanish speaking FYI). My bread was toasted to perfection and the cheese was super melty. My coffee came out blazing hot (which I love) and my family enjoyed their meals as well. This bakery also offers a wide variety of Puerto Rican pastries, as well as ready to go options for lunch and dinner. The menu is vast. If you're in Orlando, Florida and love a Puerto Rican bakery, this place is a must. read more

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Even though I am half Puerto Rican I grew up on the west coast and really wasn't exposed to Puerto Rican food. Today I had a great experience trying out traditional Puerto Rican food in Orlando that made me regret not getting in touch with my roots sooner. If you are ever near this place definitely check it out. They have food to order, to-go pre-prepared food, and pastries. We ordered the Puerco Frito and Tostones and Mofongo con Pechuga de Pollo. Both dishes were so flavorful and delicious. We also took some of the pre-prepared food and some pastries home and look forward to digging into those. read more

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