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    The Cocoa Bean

    2.6 (35 reviews)
    Open 6:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Neal E.

    The Cocoa Bean is located in the Emerald Plaza section of the Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center. They offer coffee, espresso drinks, bottled water, sodas, and juices, bakes breakfast goods, fruit, oatmeal, sandwiches, and other stuff. I stopped in a couple of times for a double shot iced latte with whole milk and a bottle of water. The lattes were strong and delicious. Of course being in a resort - the prices are steeper than coffee shops NOT in resorts! I paid $9.59 for the latte! There is plenty of seating here just outside the doors - of course since it's located in an indoor atrium - it's inside but outside of The Cocoa Bean. Service was excellent! Prices not so much...

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    8 years ago

    Everything they sell is expensive food sucks never will go back got cereal for 5 bucks a little box

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    6 years ago

    Very low quality, slow service. Incredibly overpriced. $4.95 for a cup of instant oatmeal? $7 for a reheated sandwich? Do not recommend.

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    Excellent coffee , fast friendly service. Very good experience even for a would be coffee snob such as myself.

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    i hate people who order food at coffee shops , good service nice workers love gaylord palms

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    We tried their brunch and it blew us away!…read more The first thing you'll notice about this place is how busy it is, which is usually a good sign that the food is great. Very cozy feeling as you walk in, with beautiful live edge wood tabletops. We started with their homemade biscuits; each one was twice the size of a regular biscuit. The taste was incredible, and their gravy and jelly made it even better. The chicken and waffles were crispy and full of flavor. Their French toast was also fantastic if you're looking for a large portion. I didn't see anyone disappointed with their meals. Highly recommended.

    Dinner at Homecomin' started with full plates and ended with full bellies. Come hungry and be…read moreprepared to leave with leftovers. We started with the fried pickles and hush puppies. The pickles were delicious. The dips for the hush puppies were better than the pups themselves. The entrees were huge and tasty. Mains and sides were flavorful and the staff was flexible about making adjustments. Food came out at a good pace even as the restaurant got more crowded. It's a large open space, which means it can get loud, but not overly so. Our waiter referred to all the women as "mama", saying "that's how they do it in the south". Not sure that's a great approach, but I appreciated the effort at being friendly. Overall rating: Food: 4/5 Service: 4/5 Ambiance: 3/5 Value: 3/5

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    I seriously can't wait to be back at Big John's! Let me tell you 5 reasons why we WILL be back:…read more 1. Our waitress was absolutely the sweetest. Lindsay gets a special shout-out for being kind, caring, and attentive! What a ray of sunshine! She was so excited when she arrived with my dessert (she made a brownie sundae just for me). It was everything you would want in a sweet treat. A perfectly warm brownie and cold vanilla ice cream topped with whipped cream just hits, and they do it right! 2. The. Meats. Were. GREAT. I got the sampler sliders and my boyfriend got the sampler platter. The slider buns were perfect and even toasted a bit which added major bonus points for me. The pulled pork was tender and flavorful. Brisket was peppery and perfect. Ribs were also veryyyy tenderrrrrr. You can tell the food is made with love. All I could do was smile as I ate my lunch, knowing I have an amazing bbq spot so close to me. 3. The corn nuggets were SO GOOD and SO comforting. Crispy, sweet, and perfect. I eyed the menu before going, and these caught my eye immediately. They did not disappoint. I can't wait to have them again! 4. The sauces were FIRE. The sweet and the crimson were perfect to us. 5. Who doesn't like 80s Rock and Roll?! Its one of those places that make you feel at home. The location is perfect, as well. Lakefront is a great place to dily dally while you digest the deliciousness. Rock on, Big John!!

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    Absolutely delicious Latin cuisine! I had the Cuban braised pork plate with yellow rice, black…read morebeans and boiled yuca with cilantro. Fantastic combo. My husband had the Peruvian shrimp with yellow rice, salad, and black beans. We were both raving about the taste while eating. They have a range of dishes from across Latin America, and lots of gluten free options. They aren't safe for celiacs though. They use a shared fryer. If you are super sensitive or have celiac, just beware of that. The staff are lovely, friendly and helpful. Conveniently located in the theme parks area near Orlando. You should not miss this restaurant. Try something new if you've never tasted Latin American cuisine, or try it if you've grown up with it. You won't go wrong and you'll likely be back.

    Sofrito was amazing…read more We wanted something fast, but not fast food with a large seated area outside. This checked off all of our boxes. You order at a kiosk fast food style, but all of the food is then prepared freshly and authentically. They have a huge menu with all kinds of delicious Latin eats like sandwiches and platters. We absolutely loved our Cuban sammies which came on thick and sweet bread. My kids kept it simple with tenders and fries and also enjoyed! They have a big drink selection and you can find everything from juices to fresh cocktails. The biggest hit was their large indoor screened patio - perfect for my kids to run around. If you want to avoid fast food but also don't feel like taking your kids to a proper sit down restaurant than this is a really great option.

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    2.4(105 reviews)
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    A coworker and I stopped here for a quick bite to eat today. As many other reviewers have…read morementioned, the interior aesthetic is attractive and very cute. There are plenty of places to take cute Instagram pictures. However, that does not help the overall score of the rest of the experience. When we first arrived, we were instructed to review the menu at a seat-yourself station and then return to the front to place our order. There were some interesting and tasty-looking options to pick from. Unfortunately, I was a bit perplexed by the pricing on the menu versus what came up on the cash register. I ordered the Mixed Berries Crepes with Nutella ($11), and I was going to order a Strawberry Boba for $5, but instead my total was nearing $25 dollars?? The pricing did not match the menu. The cash register didn't seem very friendly. When I noticed my crepe read "Banana/Strawberry" instead of Mixed Berry. I clarified I was getting the correct order. She told me, "Yes, yes." (Spoil alert: I did not get the mixed berries but instead a Strawberry and Banana Crepe...) I paid, and then took the little marker flag with a number they give you so the waitresses can find the correct table to deliver the orders to. My coworker and I waited in the back for our orders. Although we ordered back-to-back, the orders were fulfilled at different intervals. When my order finally arrived, the waitress was looking for the right table to deliver it to. I raised my hand and said it was my order. She looked at me with scrutiny as if I were lying to her. ( What was the point of the flag marker with the number then, if you're uncertain of the order???) My crepe was pretty, but overall, it was okay in flavor and taste. It wasn't very hot, though, and was lukewarm. I would give the crepe a 3 out of 5 stars. It wasn't horrible, but it wasn't anything I'd come running back for. The staff wasn't the friendliest and seemed confused and disorganized. I would not come back here again. Read the prior low reviews, as most of the complaints others have had with this establishment seem to be a running occurrence.

    Came here with a client for a quick coffee meeting. Little confused on whether you sit and they…read moreserve, or you order and then sit... it was awkward. I felt my questions weren't heard correctly, very much a language barrier there. I did my best to be patient and simplify, but i felt like i was being rude in doing that, so i just settled and ordered from a picture instead of what i wanted. The coffee was fine, the croissant was good. Minimal service once you sit down and get your order. The place i wanted to go was closed.. so we settled, and Im kind of bummed it wasn't better. Hope you have a better experience than me.

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