FRANCISCA CHARCOAL CHICKEN & MEATS – Steakhouse
The Orlando outpost of a Latin American charcoal house, out on South Orange Blossom Trail. Chicken is the anchor — marinated, roasted over coals, smoky and juicy, sold whole, half or quarter, or served over rice in the Francisca chicken bowl. There is a meat bowl too, and flap steak plated with blood sausage and pork sausage. The sides carry the accent: charcoal-roasted white corn cakes, Colombian-style fried plantain rounds, pan de bono, corn pretzels with white cheese. A family project with Venezuelan roots and thirty-odd years of restaurant experience behind it.
12325 S ORANGE BLOSSOM TRL, ORLANDO, FL, 32837 407-270-9544 https://franciscarestaurant.com/menu-kendall/0Cuisine: Steakhouse
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at FRANCISCA CHARCOAL CHICKEN & MEATS
Dairy-Free at FRANCISCA CHARCOAL CHICKEN & MEATS
FRANCISCA CHARCOAL CHICKEN & MEATS in Orlando has 25 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fresh Salad, Criolla Salad and Boiled Yucca. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at FRANCISCA CHARCOAL CHICKEN & MEATS
FRANCISCA CHARCOAL CHICKEN & MEATS in Orlando has 20 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Don Guille's Pork Cracklings, Fresh Salad and Boiled Yucca. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at FRANCISCA CHARCOAL CHICKEN & MEATS
FRANCISCA CHARCOAL CHICKEN & MEATS in Orlando has 37 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fresh Salad, Criolla Salad and Brownie with Ice Cream. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at FRANCISCA CHARCOAL CHICKEN & MEATS
FRANCISCA CHARCOAL CHICKEN & MEATS in Orlando has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Don Guille's Pork Cracklings and Skirt Steak (10 oz.). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at FRANCISCA CHARCOAL CHICKEN & MEATS
FRANCISCA CHARCOAL CHICKEN & MEATS in Orlando has 5 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Don Guille's Pork Cracklings, Skirt Steak (10 oz.) and Chorizo (2 units). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at FRANCISCA CHARCOAL CHICKEN & MEATS
FRANCISCA CHARCOAL CHICKEN & MEATS in Orlando has 7 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Don Guille's Pork Cracklings, Skirt Steak (10 oz.) and Chorizo (2 units). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at FRANCISCA CHARCOAL CHICKEN & MEATS
FRANCISCA CHARCOAL CHICKEN & MEATS in Orlando has 3 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Don Guille's Pork Cracklings, Skirt Steak (10 oz.) and French Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at FRANCISCA CHARCOAL CHICKEN & MEATS
FRANCISCA CHARCOAL CHICKEN & MEATS in Orlando has 19 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fresh Salad, Criolla Salad and Red Beans (6 oz.). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at FRANCISCA CHARCOAL CHICKEN & MEATS
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Francisca Sampler | 78.3 g | 62.4 g |
| Francisca Parrillita | 39.6 g | 37.2 g |
| Pabellón | 99.9 g | 26.2 g |
| Francisca Meat Bowl | 77.1 g | 24.6 g |
| Cachapa | 53.6 g | 19.7 g |
| Chicken Tenders | 9.2 g | 15.2 g |
| Casa Vieja Mandocas | 109.8 g | 15.1 g |
| Skirt Steak (10 oz.) | 1.4 g | 14 g |
| Francisca Chicken Bowl | 78.1 g | 12 g |
| Mamposteao Rice | 92.3 g | 12 g |
| Don Guille's Pork Cracklings | 1 g | 11.4 g |
| Criolla Salad | 19.2 g | 11.2 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Menu
Appetizers
- Francisca Sampler - $36: 2 Mandocas, 2 Pan de Bono, 2 Empanaditas, 5 Tequeños, 5 Arepitas, and 1/2 serving of Pork Cracklings Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cachapa - $15: Filled with 1/2 serving of Queso de Mano, Shredded Cheese, and Cream on top Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Don Guille's Pork Cracklings - $16: Beefy and crunchy Pork Meat cuts Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tía Mica's Arepitas - $9: Fried White Corn Cakes with a side of Nata Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tía Almida's Empanadas - $12: Shredded beef mini empanadas Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ma' María's Tequeños - $9: 100% Venezuelan-style Cheese sticks, served with Green Sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Casa Vieja Mandocas - $9: Corn Pretzels made with White Cheese, unrefined Cane Sugar and Plantains, served with homemade Nata and Cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly Available at: dinner, lunch
- Francisca Parrillita - $28: Flap Meat Steak, cut in small pieces with Blood Sausage, Pork Sausage and White Tamales with Cilantro Aioli and Ketchup Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chopped Patacón - $30: Colombian-style Fried Plantain Rounds Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Don Pedro's Pan de Bono - $8: Artisanal bread from El Valle del Cauca with subtle baked Cheese flavor Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Charcoal Grilled Telita Cheese - $13: Thick slice of traditional Venezuelan Cheese grilled on charcoal Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Charcoal Grilled Corn - $8: Charcoal-grilled Corn, House Cream, Parmesan Cheese and Powdered Pepper Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef and Poultry Stew - $15: Pectoral Meat, Chicken Meat and Roasted Vegetables with 2 Arepas Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Caesar Salad - $14: Lettuce or Watercress, Caesar Dressing, Parmesan Cheese and Croutons Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fresh Salad - $9: Lettuce, Tomatoes, Onions, and Cucumbers with homemade vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Criolla Salad - $14: Tomato, Heart of Palm, Onion, Avocado and House Dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Whole Chicken - $32: Includes 2 sides Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- 1/2 Chicken - $19: Includes 2 sides Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- 1/4 Chicken - $15: Includes 2 sides Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Whole Chicken Only - $28: No sides included Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baby BBQ Ribs - Full Rack - $28: Guava sauce and marinade Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baby BBQ Ribs - Half Rack - $21: Guava sauce and marinade Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Red Snapper - $40: Whole red snapper, tostones with cheese, thousand island sauce, and coleslaw Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Multicultural Grill - $77: 1/2 Organic Chicken, 16 oz. of Picanha, Pork Sausage, Blood Sausage, Pork Cracklings, Ripe Plantains, and White Tamales Available at: dinner, lunch
- Whole Charcoal Grilled Branzino - $30: Tender and soft fish Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Slow Cooked Picanha (16 oz.) - $38: Tapa de Cuadril Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Skirt Steak (10 oz.) - $40: Entraña Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pabellón - $18: Shredded beef, white rice, black beans and ripe plantains with shredded cheese Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bandeja Paisa - $35: Picanha, pork sausage, ripe plantains, avocado, arepitas, red beans, pork cracklings and white rice with a fried egg Available at: dinner, lunch
Bowls
- Francisca Chicken Bowl - $16: Organic Chicken, Ripe Plantains, White Rice and Fresh Salad Available at: dinner, lunch
- Francisca Meat Bowl - $20: Picanha Steak, Ripe Plantains, White Rice and Fresh Salad Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Playero Bowl - $18: Tender fish, Tostones, White Rice, Coleslaw Salad and Avocado Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides & Add-ons
- White Tamales (4 units) - $9: White Corn Flour Tamale Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Yucca - $9: Crispy yucca sticks Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tostones - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- White Rice - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ripe Plantains - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- French Fries - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Boiled Yucca - $6 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Coleslaw Salad - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Black Beans (6 oz.) - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Red Beans (6 oz.) - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Avocado - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Mamposteao Rice - $9: Yellow Rice, Cumin Stir-fry, Ripe Plantains, Smoked Ham and Red Beans Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chorizo (2 units) - $9: Smoked Pork Chorizo Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Atkins, South-Beach, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Congrí - $9: White rice, cumin stir-fry, bacon and black beans Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Blood Sausage (2 units) - $9: Morcilla Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Add Chicken (1/4) - $15 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Add Picanha (8oz) - $16 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
Kids Menu
- Chicken Tenders - $14: 4 pieces of fried Chicken with French Fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheeseburger - $14: 4 oz. of Beef with American cheese and French Fries Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Flor's Tres Leches - $10 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Hazelnut Marquesa - $12 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic
- Hula Hula Churros - $5: Per unit Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Pavlova Ice Cream - $12 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Francisca Barquillitas - $3.5: Per unit Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Brownie with Ice Cream - $14 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Still Water - $4
- Sparkling Water - $4
- Fresh Fruit Juices - $5.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Sodas - $4
- Cocada - $6: Coconut shake Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb
- Coconut Limeade - $6 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Watermelon Limeade - $6 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Mint Limeade - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Limeade - $6
- Aguapanela - $6: Sugarcane water Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Lemon Iced Tea - $6 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about FRANCISCA CHARCOAL CHICKEN & MEATS
- Is FRANCISCA CHARCOAL CHICKEN & MEATS dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. FRANCISCA CHARCOAL CHICKEN & MEATS has 25 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fresh Salad, Criolla Salad and Boiled Yucca.
- What can I eat at FRANCISCA CHARCOAL CHICKEN & MEATS on a dairy-free diet?
- Fresh Salad, Criolla Salad and Boiled Yucca carry the dairy-free tag, out of 25 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does FRANCISCA CHARCOAL CHICKEN & MEATS have vegan options?
- Yes. 19 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Fresh Salad and Criolla Salad.
- Is FRANCISCA CHARCOAL CHICKEN & MEATS gluten-free?
- 20 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at FRANCISCA CHARCOAL CHICKEN & MEATS?
- Francisca Sampler, at roughly 62.4g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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