Mecatos Bakery & Cafe – Spanish
Mecatos Bakery & Cafe pulses with the vibrant energy of a Latin American morning, where the aroma of golden, crispy empanadas and buttery pastries invites guests into a sun-drenched, welcoming space. The kitchen transforms traditional staples into soulful comfort, from savory stuffed arepas and creamy avocado toast to the playful, cheese-filled crunch of tequeños and loaded Colombian hot dogs. It is a lively neighborhood hub where every bite captures the warmth of authentic heritage and the simple joy of a perfectly brewed cup of coffee.
NY 12400 Lake Underhill Road, Orlando FL 32828 https://mecatoscafe.com/waterford-lakes/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Spanish
Price range: $
Dietary options: vegetarian, vegan, high-protein, pescatarian, low-sodium, heart-healthy, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, gerd, volumetrics, tlc, macrobiotic
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Saturday
- 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Sunday
- 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its welcoming atmosphere and succulent, well-prepared dishes, guests frequently highlight this spot as a perfect choice for special occasions. Diners rave about the delicious salads and the high quality of the meal, noting that the food is consistently satisfying and expertly crafted. Reviewers also praise the warm and attentive service, which contributes to an inviting and memorable dining experience.
Menu
Breakfast
- Breakfast Croissant: Butter croissant with 2 eggs, cheese, and bacon or ham Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Avocado Toast: Toasted bread topped with fresh avocado Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Scrambled Eggs with Small Arepa: Colombian style scrambled eggs served with a corn patty Available at: breakfast, brunch
Hot Bites & Main Courses
- Stuffed Arepas (Arepas Rellenas): Large corn patties filled with cheese and choice of beef, chicken, steak, chorizo, or eggs Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: breakfast, dinner, lunch
- Beef Empanada: Fried pastry stuffed with seasoned beef Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Empanada: Fried pastry stuffed with seasoned chicken Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Empanada: Fried pastry stuffed with melted cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hawaiian Empanada: Fried pastry stuffed with ham, cheese, and pineapple Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Colombian Hot Dog: Beef hot dog with traditional Colombian toppings Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tequeños: White cheese wrapped in dough and deep fried Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mallorca Sandwich: Sweet bread sandwich with ham and cheese Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Cachapas: Sweet corn pancakes with cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Volumetrics Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
Bakery & Breads
- Pan de Bono: Colombian cheese bread; available in Plain, Guava, Nutella, or Dulce de Leche Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Buñuelos: Deep fried cheese bread balls Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Quesitos: Puff pastries filled with cream cheese and topped with sugar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Arepa de Choclo: Sweet corn patty with cheese Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Roscon de Guava: Guava filled ring bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Pan de Queso: Traditional Colombian cheese bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast
- Ham & Cheese Bread Roll: Soft bread roll stuffed with ham and cheese Available at: breakfast, lunch
Desserts & Cakes
- Tiramisu: Cake infused with coffee and mascarpone cheese topped with cocoa
- Tres Leches: Moist vanilla cake made with three types of milk and cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
- Brazo Gitano: Swiss roll sponge cake with sweet filling Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Alfajores: Traditional shortbread cookies with dulce de leche Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Corazones Elephant Ear: Crispy puff pastry heart Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Classic Latte: Made with Mecatos Colombian Specialty Coffee blend
- Brewed Coffee: Freshly harvested and roasted Colombian coffee
- Fruit Smoothies: Assorted fruit flavors
- Hot Chocolate: Rich Colombian style hot chocolate
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