Be careful using Apple Pay at this location: they automatically sign you up for spam to your email…read moreif you do so. Coffee is decent -- beans are average but average is the best that's possible in this area. Mixed drinks are above average.

Coffee, cute vibes, and amazing guava cheese croissants... YES PLEASE…read more I've been wanting to try this local coffee shop for a while and was over on this side of town luckily. We tried the red potion and the carrot cake latte. The latte was the star of the drinks with cream cheese foam and the perfect cinnamon and spice flavor. Creamy texture with little crunch from the candied walnuts. Their guava cheese croissant was incredible too. Lots of spots to chill, we noticed a lot of students studying so it's fairly quiet inside. Lots of parking and staff was kind.

Luminescent has become one of my favorite hidden gems in East Orlando. Every visit feels like a…read morecomplete experience, from the beautifully designed space to the warm hospitality. The atmosphere strikes the perfect balance between upscale and inviting, making it ideal for date nights, celebrations, or simply enjoying a great evening out. The cocktails are truly one of the highlights. I love that they're inspired by Indian flavors and aren't your typical drink menu. Each one is thoughtfully crafted, beautifully presented, and full of unique flavor combinations. The bartenders are knowledgeable and happy to recommend something based on your preferences. The owners and staff are always welcoming, which makes the experience even more memorable. East Orlando doesn't have many places quite like Luminescent, and it's one I find myself recommending again and again.

So pretty I need to stop here again. So this is my reminder for me…read more Stopped in here around 5 pm. They don't serve coffee after 5 pm. They have cocktails. Which is why I did not stay. Coffee and or tea is what I wanted. This is a good space with lots of comfy places to sit and a good variety of different types of drinks. When I came in they were so sweet to break down the menu for me and let me know their coffee and tea was earlier. I can't wait to come back here again. While it was just a quick stop it was a wonderful first impression. Can't wait to hang out here!

Haraz Coffee House has a beautiful space, a modern clean elegance. The staff are friendly and…read moreincredibly helpful. I love the chill vibes. I ordered a beef and cheese empanada, spinach and cheese pastry, along with the Saffron Latte, and one hot and one cold Pistachio Latte. They coffees were bold, strong, and the flavors are very distinct. If you have a sensitive palate, you'll really taste the saffron and pistachio. I thought the hot Pistachio Latte tasted better than cold, but that's just a personal preference. They have plenty of pastry choices and a decent size drink selection. Their seasonal iced drinks look amazing so it'll be worth getting next time. It's a great place to meet up, coffee date, or get some work done. I'll definitely be back to try other things when I'm able to stay longer. There's a small parking lot.

Drink quantity: 9/10 Drink quality: 8/10…read moreService: 10/10 Ambiance: 8/10 Overall rating: 8.5/10 Yummy frappe, quiet environment. Would come again.

Every afternoon, I try to carve out a short break from work and this has become one of my favorite…read moreplaces to recharge. A delicious Café Latte, genuine smiles, and consistently wonderful attitudes from the owner and her entire team make this place something special. Today the owner was kind enough to take this photo with me. If you are anywhere near Curry Ford Road and enjoy a consistently excellent Café Latte and a welcoming atmosphere, I highly recommend: Mecatos Bakery & Cafe Thank you to the owner and all of the employees for making each visit feel appreciated. People often remember the coffee, but they return because of how a place makes them feel. #Coffee #Community #SmallBusiness #Orlando #CafeCulture #Gratitude See less

The sound of live music on a Saturday morning is the best way to start a day. It fills the soul…read morewith good vibes and get the morning started. That's how I felt visiting this Mecatos location. When I walked in, there was something playing the guitar and the atmosphere felt lively It is a large space with plenty of seating, even some couches for a more relaxed setting. Here, you order at the counter and then they bring the food to you. If there's a line just turn around and head over to the self-order kiosk. People were lining up in the line and missed the kiosks. Just remember to input the number you selected next to your name when you type the order. I ordered an Arepa with eggs pericos (scramble eggs with green onions and tomatoes) and my friend ordered a croissant with ham and cheese. We got our food and the server was so nice.

Stopped in for an iced americano and was pleasantly surprised to find they had ginger mint as an…read moreoption for an add in. The barista was sooooo sweet and had the brightest smile. I loved the vibe with all the beautiful lavender flowers and greenery hanging from the ceiling and lining the walls. It's beautiful in there. Here is an entertainment calendar of events and places to play board games or PlayStation. Lots of places to linger and free WiFi!

As a lover of botanicals and a remote worker I'm always on the prowl for the comfortable work…read moreenvironment. This should include atmosphere, wifi, good product, eateries in the surrounding area, location and outlets. As of late I've been in the Orlando area. This town has no shortage of kava houses, however this town does have a shortage of decent kava houses! The Muddy Root is far from my work locations (45 minutes), however, my opinion it's the best Orlando has to offer. I've been to every shop here and this meets the criteria. The good: Chill atmosphere, wide variety of seating options (including outside), clean, plenty of outlets, wifi and a variety of food options in the shopping plaza. The bad: Nothing

I had no idea there was a 7 brew coffee anywhere near me! I stumbled by this driving somewhere else…read moreand immediately did a U turn. We tried the iced americano with orange syrup and it was delicious. We also tried the hot americano with lavender syrup and it is by far one of my favorite coffee mixes. I've tried this combo at many competing coffee locations and 7 brews does it right. The baristas are so nice and knowledgeable about coffee combinations. They also have a rewards program which is actually pretty nice because you get 100 points per drink and then at 1000 points you can heat a free drink. Size and price do not matter unlike other coffee chains. I liked that. There is no app so you just give them your number and they can get your points to you. It's drive thru only and I have not noticed a walk up window. It's very busy but well organized. So happy it's here. I will be working my way through the menu

Heard good things of 7 Brews so was excited to finally try one! It's a real cute little…read moredrive-through coffee setup. Ordering was easy, the workers were super sweet and it was quick even at the morning rush time. The coffee was good if a little sweet for what I prefer, but would definitely come back. It's super convenient if you want a coffee on the go, and the workers will lift your spirit!

I know people love the drinks at Lineage, but I don't think their food gets talked about nearly…read moreenough. It always hits, so naturally I had to come out and try their summer specials! I was really excited for the guava matcha. While I love their matcha, I was a little underwhelmed by how little guava flavor came through. You can see the tiny layer of guava in the picture, and I would have loved a bit more of it in the drink. I am willing to give it another shot with extra guava! The carrot cake croissant was incredible! I also tried the jalapeño goat cheese scone and was pleasantly surprised by the level of spice. I could eat that every day! And of course, service is always great. The space itself is one of my favorite parts of Lineage. It is bright, airy from all the natural light making it such a great place to hang out!

I've read many great things about this place so I went in with a pretty high bar. I ordered my…read morego-to which is a hot mocha. It was pretty terrible with zero sweetness and pretty small... like Napoleon. I also got a pastry in the form of a chocolate croissant, and the croissant part was one of the best with a super crispy crunchy exterior, but there could have been more of the chocolate filling. It was more than some others I've had, but still not enough. Is there ever enough filling though? It's not convenient for me, so I doubt I'll be back to give it another try. I was expecting some toasty and roasty coffee. Plenty of other coffee places popping up.

I've been going since they first opened. They are always prompt to help! Their service is also fast…read moredue to their setup. I love their mochas! They also often have fun and unique seasonal offerings for their pastries. It is very small inside, though, so don't expect to easily find a table to enjoy your treat or study.

This area is my old stomping grounds. We used to live in Avalon Park right behind Waterford Lakes…read more Stoked to finally make it out this way to the newest Light on the Sugar location. I was in the area visiting family and wanted to grab some coffee before the road trip home to South Florida. A local business is better than a Starbucks. Bonus is it's my favorite bakery in Orlando so I'm here for it. This Light on the Sugar is located next to the Regal Cinemas in Waterford Lakes. Squished between Charley's Philly Cheesesteaks and Zen Dumplings. What I dislike about this location is the wooden gazebo they built directly in front of these stores. It totally hides the name of the stores and it's not appealing. This made it hard to find too. They should honestly get rid of the gazebos, these poor stores may be losing potential business because people can't locate it. This bakery is the smallest one compared to the original two locations I've been to. It's ok because they still sell most of the same items, just less of a selection due to limited space. They offer the popular cream puffs, pastries, tarts, merch and drinks. On this particular day, I only got the Pistachio Latte and an Americano. My husband likes a good simple coffee with no bells and whistles. The other stuff is too much for him. Ha. I really debated getting pastries for the road but I was just at the Winter Park location yesterday and got an assortment so I was good on pastries. My Pistachio Latte was good, but it was a tad on the sweet sweeter side. I had my husband mix some of his Americano with my latte so it balanced out a little bit more for both of us. All in all, nice new and intimate location with a few tables indoors and outdoors. I still prefer the other beautiful and more aesthetic locations. Good thing this bakery wasn't here when I lived here, I would be broke! Lol.