MECATOS BAKERY & CAFE

Health grade
C · 72/100
Orange County rank
Safer than 10%
Diner rating
4.5 ★ · 2,873 reviews
Violations
2 high-priority, 3 intermediate, and 3 basic
Last inspected
Jan 2026

It currently ranks safer than 10% of Orange County restaurants we grade. The most recent report (January 27, 2026) still cited 2 high-priority, 3 intermediate, and 3 basic violations, so there's room to climb. Diner rating: 4.5 from 2,873 reviews.

Trend: improving · C (72/100) · safer than 10% of Orange County restaurants we grade

Get directions Call (407) 730-6576

Restaurant details

Health grade
C (72/100)
Violations
8 total — 2 high-priority, 3 intermediate, 3 basic
Address
7790 LAKE UNDERHILL RD UNIT 101, Orlando, FL
Cuisine
American
Categories
Bakery, Cafe, Coffee shop, Colombian restaurant, Dessert shop, South American restaurant
Price
$10–20
Rating
4.5 stars (2873 reviews)
Seats
39
Phone
(407) 730-6576
Website
Official website
Photo of MECATOS BAKERY & CAFE
Photo: Mecatos Bakery & Café

Community Rating

Reviews via Google
4.5 Community-sourced rating 2,873 reviews
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What diners say — our read

The 4.2-star average is misleading — almost nobody actually rated it that. Front-of-house is the sore point: those reviews average 2.8.

Behind those, value for money is raised in 17% of reviews (3.7 average). The single most common rating left here is 5 stars (14 of 18). Of the 18 rated reviews, 14 sit at four stars or better and 4 at two or below.

The kitchen graded a C (72/100) on 2 high-priority, 3 intermediate, and 3 basic violations at its last inspection, which is roughly where the reviews sit too. The visit behind that grade was January 27, 2026. The trend across inspections is improvement. On health score it sits safer than 10% of the Orange County restaurants we grade. For specifics, the last inspection cited cross-contamination and in-use food dispensing utensils properly stored.

The honest summary is that the evidence is mixed on both sides. The underlying reviews are reproduced in full underneath.

Our own analysis of 18 reviews for this restaurant, set against its Florida DBPR inspection record. How we calculate grades →

  • June 30, 2026

    Una delicia para los que agradecen 🙏🏽

  • June 29, 2026

    Great place for a bite or drink. Great memories made with family.

  • June 27, 2026

    We came in 20 minutes before they closed and ordered just a hot dog. We asked to eat in the restaurant and the cashier said okay. Another girl brought the food out, she brought it in a bag and told us we need to go. We asked if we could eat it outside and she said no. We took our food but asked for a side of sauce. They denied that request (10 min before closing). Food is good. Employees are not. Customer service is the worst.

  • June 24, 2026

    Precios juntos y buena comida

  • June 22, 2026

    Super rude waitress zero charisma told us to leave the place cuz they were closing 15mins before closing time. I asked for a side of pineapple sauce and they refused to give it to me. Worst customer experience ever

  • June 17, 2026

    Deliciosa comida colombiana en EEUU

  • June 17, 2026

    Excelente lugar, comida deliciosa y a buen precio. Sabor Colombiano 100%

  • June 17, 2026

    Very nice place, food is delicious, hot and fresh! With lots of different delicious dishes. Isabella, our server was excellent!

  • June 17, 2026

    My brother is visiting from Texas and we enjoy coming here.

  • June 14, 2026

    Awesome cafe and bakery...just like being in Puerto Rico. Great atmosphere and top notch food. Good service and clean establishment. It is a bit pricey but other than that 5 stars. I like the outdoor seating area with the astroturf, fans and cafe style seating and tables.

  • June 13, 2026

    Excelente servicio. Un lugar super acogedor

  • June 13, 2026

    Me encantó el lugar, es hermoso, limpio y su comida junto con el personal fueron excelentes! Recomendado 100%

  • June 5, 2026

    Excellent Pan de Bono. Found it on the expensive side, but worth it for a treat. Would not go everyday, just when I want to get that Colombian taste!

  • May 27, 2026

    Excelente

  • May 27, 2026

    El smoothie the maracuyá en leche lo están haciendo muy ligero, con muy poca maracuyá y para el precio me parece muy mal. Sabe a leche más que a fruta. El color lo dice todo. Antes sí era muy bueno.

  • May 26, 2026

    Great attention, fresh and delicious pastries . I’ve going to Mecatos, the one in front of Orlando East Hospital for years and now to the new one on Curry Ford Road. I do recommend them. 💯✅🙌🏼

  • May 23, 2026

    Horrible store and horrible service. No one speaks English! I called three times on 5.23.26 to launch a complaint with the manager or request to speak directly to the owner, they hang up on me 3 times. Also, there were 6 folks in line, one of the attendant texting and the other one speaking for 10 mins to someone looking for a job and walking her through a small hiring sign written in red. Paying customers in line waiting…..Manager no where to be found then on 5.21 ( cameras at 4:55 to 5:05 pm ) and nowhere to be found on 5.23. I have asked if I can get the direct number of the owner, they refused to provide the number. In my opinion, this place is not worth my time or the headache.

  • May 22, 2026

    Le mejor. Me encantó

Overall Score

44 / 100

  • Health inspection grade 20/40
    Grade C
  • Dietary transparency 0/20
    None listed
  • Community rating 18/20
    4.5★ average
  • Hidden-gem status 0/10
    Not flagged
  • Track record 6/10
    Improving, 0% clean

Composite score from health grade, dietary options, ratings, and inspection record — distinct from the state-derived health grade.

Opening hours

Monday
6 AM to 9 PM
Tuesday
6 AM to 9 PM
Wednesday
6 AM to 9 PM
Thursday
6 AM to 9 PM
Friday
6 AM to 9 PM
Saturday
6 AM to 9 PM
Sunday
7 AM to 8 PM

Inspection history

The following records are from Florida DBPR public inspection records, most recent first.

  1. January 27, 2026 · Routine - Food

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    2 high-priority · 3 intermediate · 3 basic

    • 02 — Consumer advisory, date-marking & labeling of ready-to-eat foods
    • 08 — Cross-contamination: raw foods separated; food protected during prep/storage
    • 10 — In-use food dispensing utensils properly stored
    • 12 — Handwashing; employee eating/drinking/smoking practices
    • 13 — Clean clothes; hair restraints; jewelry; fingernails
    • 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
    • 35 — Insects/rodents/pests; outer openings protected against pests
    • 53 — Food manager certification; employee food-safety training
  2. September 19, 2025 · Routine - Food

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    2 high-priority · 3 intermediate · 12 basic

    • 02 — Consumer advisory, date-marking & labeling of ready-to-eat foods
    • 08 — Cross-contamination: raw foods separated; food protected during prep/storage (×2)
    • 10 — In-use food dispensing utensils properly stored (×2)
    • 12 — Handwashing; employee eating/drinking/smoking practices
    • 13 — Clean clothes; hair restraints; jewelry; fingernails
    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained (×2)
    • 21 — Wiping cloths; clean & soiled linens; laundry
    • 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
    • 25 — Single-service and single-use items
    • 31 — Handwash sinks accessible; handwashing supplies & sign provided (×2)
    • 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation
    • 41 — Chemicals / toxic substances properly stored & used
    • 53 — Food manager certification; employee food-safety training

Safer options nearby

Higher-graded restaurants close to MECATOS BAKERY & CAFE, by Florida DBPR grade:

  • WENDY'S #8849

    3.7★ 0.3 mi away

  • MAY FLOWER CHINESE FOOD

    3★ 0.3 mi away

  • NAPOLI'S PIZZA

    4.3★ 0.3 mi away

This grade is calculated by us from Florida DBPR public inspection records — Florida does not issue official grades. How we calculate it →

Data last updated: January 27, 2026