Hands down the best meal deal around, especially in this economy. My family calls it white box…read moredinner as you get a huge white takeout box LOADED with your meat of choice, rice beans and side. Each box is easily enough for two meals even for my hungry adult sons and husband. I was hesitant to go at first as I don't speak Spanish and while the language is a challenge the staff is friendly and ok with me pointing and using my poor Spanish skills.

Yesterday, Monday afternoon - evening…read more I want to share my experience with a restaurant that, in my opinion, used to be the best in Apopka: Lechonera Latina. I have to ask, where is the so-called manager who claims to be in charge of the restaurant? Doesn't he see how bad the food has become? In the past, after getting off work, I would often stop here because I have to go to Mount Dora and don't have much time to eat. I always enjoyed coming here. Now, I can barely enjoy my favorite chicharrones. Sometimes they are completely burned, and other times they are not crispy at all. The roasted chicken is also burned on some occasions, while other times it looks yellow and poorly prepared. The mofongo? At 4:00 in the afternoon, I'm told they can no longer make it. Then why even have it on the menu? And don't even get me started on the fish--it has very little flavor and is often burned as well. What is going on in the kitchen? "What is going on in the kitchen? The quality and consistency of the food have changed dramatical The only good thing that remains is the way the women treat the customers. Their kindness and good service are honestly the only decent thing left about this place. That is why I still leave a tip--to show my appreciation for the attention and courtesy they give me. To the owners of Lechonera Latina: if you don't start hiring qualified cooks like the ones you had two years ago, you are going to lose customers to the other restaurants in the area. It is a shame to see a place that was once so good go downhill like this.

La Lechonera serves a large variety of different rice, meats, and traditional sides like Mofongo,…read moreTostones, Plátanos Maduro (Fried Sweet Plantains), Ceviche, desserts and drinks. The cafeteria set up allowed us to see what we were ordering as we walked along and said or pointed at what we wanted. I tried using some of my limited Spanish vocabulary to order our food. We had three plates of food with Fried Rice style rice, Mofongo, Beef, Tostones and Fried Sweet Plantains. For dessert we ordered a White Chocoflan (I don't know if that is the current name) and to drink Passion Fruit Juices. The food was okay. Didn't taste bad but was just okay. The food trays were generously portioned and worth the price - approximately $14. The Passion Fruit Juice was delicious. As one of my favorite juices, I had high expectations. It did not disappoint. I love Chocoflan and only have eaten homemade Chocoflans. This White Chocoflan was delicious. It was not too sweet. Both sides complimented each other well and had a good balance of flavor and texture. We were able to order and pay for our food and drinks in a reasonable time. There is ample parking and indoor seating available for dining in.

My friend took me out to eat at this restaurant for lunch. I asked her if it had good reviews and…read moreshe said that she didn't know. She said she only checked what was on the menu. Upon entering this restaurant I knew that the food was going to be great, because it smelled so good! This restaurant is severed cafeteria style, where you go down the line with different dishes of prepared food on display before you, behind protective glass. A team member on the other side with the food, assists you be gathering together what you point to, as you go down the line. Then they put the food that you pick out into a "to go" container. At the end of the line, you pay for your food at the cash register. Just to make a sure you are aware, a tip is automatically added onto your check when you get to the register. This caught my friend by surprise, because she wasn't aware the tip was included in the receipt until it was too late, and she already paid. You are asked if you want a beverage with your order at the register. You can request a cup of tap water with a lid at this point, but if you don't specify that you want tap water, they may automatically charge you for a bottle of water. They give you plastic silverware with napkins with your meal container. After you pay for your food, you either seat your self at one of their available booths, or you take food with you to go. I got the chicken with white cheese, along with the beans and rice, and I also got some fried plantains. My friend got two dishes with pork and another dish that I can't remember what she called it. My food was so delicious! My friend loved her food as well! The atmosphere here is loud fun. I thoroughly enjoyed the music that they were playing. They also have several large TV's hung from the ceiling. that are playing shows, but I didn't see any closed captioning. The restrooms appear to be just one stall for men, and one stall for woman, and they were kept clean. After I sat down I did see a couple of house flys hanging around our booth. I did see on the wall a sign that said they deliver, but it also said that the minimum order cost for delivery was $300. I'm not sure if this restaurant also partners with meal delivery services. The restaurant is definitely a great place to go and have lots of delicious food! It is also a great place to escape the Florida heat for a little while, as it is kept nice and cool and comfortable inside.

Great food and service! Great music and drinks. Family environment we had a great time. Great…read moreprizes!

Shared a cuban and has a caficito with the sandwich. This is a chain, but I enjoy their coffee and…read morefood at each location I have been to. They have ordering screens and we took a number to put on our table. We had our drinks brought out within 2-3 minutes and the coffee was delicious - perfectly balanced with strength and sweetness. The Cuban sandwich was also great and I shared so it was just the right amount. The location is clean and has plenty of seating to stay and enjoy, but they also offer take out if you just need a good coffee to go and don't want one of the other chain options.

Haven't been to Zaza in a while and wanted to try them again…read more The food was good. We also got empanadas to start. 2 beef, 2 chicken and 2 cheese. We ate those before we could take a picture they were really good and fresh. My husband had the steak sandwich. It was pretty good. The steak was a little tough for my liking to be in a sandwich. But he enjoyed it. I got the pork with onions and sides. The meat was a little dry for my taste. I ordered the verde sauce and forgot how spicy it is! So I got cilantro sauce to put on top and that helped. Didn't have to wait long for our food, that was good. Overall nice dinner.

It's better to take your food and go but the price is good for the portion you get. Their food…read morelooks and tastes fresh. The staff are friendly and ask if you'd like drinks. The checkout area has desserts to choose from. The flan I got was sooo good!!! The inside looked clean but there were a few flies-bothering us lol. The big fat ones. It wasn't bad but I don't think I'd eat in there again. I would get it to go.

Just plain out good food with servings that will last you for lunch and dinner. So many options to…read morechoose from whether you are a meat eater or a vegetarian. Everything I had was delicious flavored and seasoned well. When we first arrive on a Sunday afternoon it was a little quiet and then the line begin to build up.At this point, it continued to be busy and I can understand why. Prices are extremely reasonable and I would come back any day for lunch or dinner. I see they open early so I would be open to trying their breakfast as well love love love having all of these options in one place. Atmosphere was clean and maintained. The staff was pleasant.

This restaurant is absolutely stunning! The layout and design of this place is perfection. Perfect…read morefor a date night or a girls night out. Our server was phenomenal and so passionate about the chef and what his cuisine is all about. We were so fascinated that we wound up ordering the entire left side of the appetizer menu options, some twice! The standout food for us are the empanadas and the chorizo sliders. The flavor on both of these dishes were unlike anything we've ever tasted. This will be my go to restaurant in Orlando the next time I'm in town

A gorgeous, romantic atmosphere in the bustling Winter Park Village area. The location is great if…read moreyou want to be walking distance to the movie theatre, shopping, or dessert. This is an upscale Latin American fusion vibe. The portions are very middle of the road - not a lot of food for the price, but the presentation and attention to detail makes up for that. The bread for the table was a sweet coconut bread - I really liked this unique touch! We tried the Arugula Salad, Calabaza Raviolis, Langosta, and Tres Leches. Everything was delicious! The Arugula Salad was very fresh and flavorful and that dish was enough for two people to share as an appetizer/side salad. The raviolis and langosta were beautiful and complemented each other very well. The Tres Leches was again very beautifully presented and tasty, but I probably wouldn't order it again (a little too dry and too sweet for me). Overall this was a really nice special occasion or date night experience. Our server was very attentive and seemed passionate about the concept of the restaurant and the menu, which made the experience even more fun!

I haven't been able to get past their empanadas. They are so fresh and delicious! Their potato…read moreballs are amazing as well.

Stopped by here to grab some authentic Puerto Rican food and we are so happy that we did. The food…read morewas absolutely delicious and so flavorful. They were all so helpful and polite and made us feel like we had known them forever. Next time we are in town we will definitely be back to indulge again!

They have a family meal deal that has come in handy for a night that I didn't want to cook/didn't…read morehave the ingredients. Whole chicken, rice and beans, sauces and tostones. Good food for a good price. I wish they have more sauces. I could've sworn that I asked/paid for more than 3 sauces. They were small. I believe this was under $40. It fed my family of 3.

Everything was good, The service was great!…read moreThere are people from all different backgrounds and cultures that love to experience other cultures, like the food,,So we Just want a little better -communication from the staff at the ordering window, it's not just Spanish speakers that enjoy the food, there's English speaking people who love this kind of Food too and it took a lot of effort and patience and sign language to get our order in. Other than that it's all good food and atmosphere.

I when there today with my family to take my wife and mother with my Dauthers and sister and also…read morebrother in law... For me it was the first time and now the last time ... nasty taste on the food ... food not fresh everything taste nasty ... where we was seating there was a table with old dishes fill with people food and the people working there did not pick it up .... Service was Bad Food was Bad Who the heck is the manager there Again my first and last time... Never again

was very disappointed with my experience. The food did not taste fresh and had very little flavor…read more For a restaurant that claims to serve Puerto Rican food, the seasoning and authenticity were lacking. The rice was bland, the meat tasted old, and overall it did not feel like traditional Puerto Rican cooking. I don't understand how the quality justifies the prices. I would not return.

This spot is a GEM! I heard about Sherry's Trini Flavors from a friend, and I was thoroughly…read morepleased. The service was good. The staff are nice. And the FOOD WAS AMAZING!!! I will be back time and time again!

Sherry's Trini Flavors had me feeling like I accidentally stepped through a secret Caribbean…read morewormhole and landed somewhere between Port of Spain and a gas station parking lot in Florida. The giant NOW OPEN banner was flapping like it personally invited me, and the storefront painted in bold Trinidad flag colors looked ready to hand out citizenship papers with every order. I walked in thinking I'd grab a quick bite. Rookie mistake, one look at the doubles and suddenly I'm ordering five. Then I'm calling my aunt and cousin like it's a family emergency: "Allyuh want doubles? Because these looking SERIOUS." Next thing you know, I'm walking out with ten doubles like I'm catering a small festival. And let me tell you, these doubles? Soft bara, perfectly seasoned channa, pepper and tamarind sauce hugging everything like a warm Caribbean auntie. I've basically been on a doubles‑only diet since, and honestly, I feel spiritually aligned. I even ate one cold from the fridge and it still slapped. That's when you know it's real. Then there's the boneless curry chicken with buss‑up‑shut. Pure comfort. The kind of meal that makes you close your eyes after the first bite. The potatoes were soft enough to spread on a cracker, the channa was rich and earthy, and the chicken tasted like somebody's grandmother was in the back whispering, "Put a lil' more seasoning, nah." The buss‑up‑shut was fluffy, torn, and ready to scoop up every drop of curry like it had a mission. And the pepper sauce? Flavorful. Respectful. Not trying to fight me or send me to the ER. A rare and beautiful thing. The place is clean, the parking is plentiful, and the staff has real Trini accents that instantly make everything feel more authentic. Even the way they say "Next!" has rhythm. Next time, I'm calling ahead for dhal phourie, because clearly this place does not miss and I'm not risking it selling out. If you see me there again, mind your business! I'm probably ordering another ten doubles and living my best life.