NESTICOS – Italian
Venezuelan street food on West Sand Lake Road, run by a family who were doing this in Venezuela before they were doing it in Orlando. Arepas are the centre of it - pernil and queso, shredded beef, beef tenderloin - with patacones stacked on fried plantain instead of bread, tequenos, empanadas, cachapas and a proper quesillo to finish. Screens by the register show each dish being built, which tells you how much they want you to watch. The owner will walk you through the menu if you look lost. Small room, big flavours, weekly regulars.
3042 W SAND LAKE RD UNIT B, ORLANDO, FL, 32819 7865801375 https://www.nesticos.com/0Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, low-cholesterol, south-beach, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at NESTICOS
Dairy-Free at NESTICOS
NESTICOS in Orlando has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including House Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at NESTICOS
NESTICOS in Orlando has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including House Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at NESTICOS
NESTICOS in Orlando has 6 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Calamari, Garlic Knots and Caesar Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at NESTICOS
NESTICOS in Orlando has 1 vegan-tagged dish on its current menu, including House Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at NESTICOS
NESTICOS in Orlando has 4 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Garlic Knots, Fettuccine Alfredo and House Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at NESTICOS
NESTICOS in Orlando has 2 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Garlic Knots and House Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at NESTICOS
NESTICOS in Orlando has 9 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Lasagna, Fried Calamari and Spaghetti with Meatballs. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Mediterranean at NESTICOS
NESTICOS in Orlando has 1 mediterranean-tagged dish on its current menu, including House Salad. 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 NESTICOS
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Fried Calamari | 6 g | 15.5 g |
| Chicken Parmigiana | 13.7 g | 11.3 g |
| Stuffed Mushrooms | 35.7 g | 8.1 g |
| Fettuccine Alfredo | 13.3 g | 7.4 g |
| Lasagna | 9.1 g | 4.9 g |
| Spaghetti with Meatballs | 6.6 g | 3.3 g |
| House Salad | 7.4 g | 2 g |
| Iced Tea | 2.3 g | 0.9 g |
| Garlic Knots | 1.5 g | 0.3 g |
| Caesar Salad | 13.9 g | 0.2 g |
| Soft Drinks | 9.6 g | 0 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Menu
Appetizers
- Fried Calamari - $14.99: Lightly breaded and fried, served with marinara sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Stuffed Mushrooms - $11.99: Mushroom caps filled with sausage and herb stuffing Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Knots - $6.99: Fresh baked dough with garlic butter and herbs Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- House Salad - $8.99: Mixed greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onions Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $10.99: Romaine lettuce, croutons, and parmesan cheese with Caesar dressing Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta
- Lasagna - $18.99: Layered pasta with meat sauce, ricotta, and mozzarella Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fettuccine Alfredo - $16.99: Fettuccine tossed in a creamy parmesan sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spaghetti with Meatballs - $15.99: Traditional spaghetti served with house-made meatballs Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Chicken Parmigiana - $21.99: Breaded chicken breast topped with marinara and melted mozzarella Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Eggplant Rollatini - $17.99: Slices of eggplant rolled with ricotta and topped with marinara Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Soft Drinks - $2.99: Assorted soda options
- Iced Tea - $2.99: Freshly brewed unsweetened tea
Frequently Asked Questions about NESTICOS
- Is NESTICOS dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. NESTICOS has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including House Salad.
- What can I eat at NESTICOS on a dairy-free diet?
- House Salad carry the dairy-free tag, out of 1 tagged dish on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does NESTICOS have vegan options?
- Yes. 1 dish is tagged vegan on the current menu, including House Salad.
- Is NESTICOS gluten-free?
- 1 dish is 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 NESTICOS?
- Fried Calamari, at roughly 15.5g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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