EL POTRO MEXICAN RESTAURANT
No asterisks on EL POTRO MEXICAN RESTAURANT: an A kitchen at 96/100, 4.6 stars across 2,294 reviews. The food and the inspection agree.
It ranks safer than 66% of Orange County restaurants we grade. The last inspection (January 13, 2026) noted just 4 basic violations. Menus here flag options for vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free diners.
A · 96/100 · safer than 66% of Orange County
Get directions Call (407) 975-9132
Restaurant details
- Health grade
- A (96/100)
- Violations
- 4 total — 4 basic
- Address
- 501 N ORLANDO AVE #217, Winter Park, FL
- Cuisine
- Mexican
- Categories
- Mexican restaurant, Latin American restaurant, Restaurant
- Price
- $10–20
- Rating
- 4.6 stars (2294 reviews)
- Seats
- 150
- Phone
- (407) 975-9132
- Website
- Official website
Community Rating
Reviews via GoogleWhat diners say — our read
One subject runs through these 25 reviews more than any other: front-of-house. The staff tends to be raised approvingly here, averaging 4.9 stars.
More reviewers landed on 5 stars than any other score — 24 of 25. What nobody raises here is serving size — it goes unmentioned across all 25 reviews. Of the 25 rated reviews, 25 sit at four stars or better and 0 at two or below.
On the inspection side the picture is cleaner: DBPR graded this kitchen an A (96/100), with 4 basic violations. Whatever the reviews argue about, sanitation is not the weak point. That result dates from January 13, 2026. That puts it ahead of 66% of graded kitchens in Orange County. What the inspector actually wrote up: wiping cloths and nonfood-contact surfaces clean.
Nothing here pulls in opposite directions — an unusually clean read. The underlying reviews are reproduced in full underneath.
Our own analysis of 25 reviews for this restaurant, set against its Florida DBPR inspection record. How we calculate grades →
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Amazing experience I love the food and the service and the atmosphere I will definitely come back again 100%
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Monett was wonderful!
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René es un bien server. Excellent service !!!
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Amazing team, food, and atmosphere! Love it here!
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The food was great and Marco was excellent
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Great! Rene was a great server too
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Isaac was my server. He is always great!
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René is such a good sever!
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Todo Rico mucha comida!!
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Isaac did a great job serving us. Friendly service and great food is a recipe for success I also loved that they have Coke products!!!
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René was awesome we had the most delicious food and genuine experience. We will become regulars here because of today’s service.
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Ruben did a great job! Such good food!!
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me gusto mucho el servicio y la comida muy deliciosa, fue bastante rápido todo y aparte el muchacho de los chips fue muy amable recomiendo totamente el lugar en definitiva volveria
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Great food, excellent service and fair prices. This place is a gem.
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Isaac is the best server on earth!!!
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The swervice was excellent. We did not have to wait too long for food. Our server, Ruben, was great! He was very nice and did a great job
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Ruben was an amazing server!
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Isaac is absolutely amazing!!! The presentation was 10/10!! Very attentive, good vibes, cheerful. Always coming back
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Amazing atmosphere, friendly staff, the food quality is fantastic, well worth the price as your plate is filled with delicious food. Try their chimi flans
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Server was excellent. Food was fulfilling.
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Teresa was amazing! So sweet, kind, and amazing service! We will definitely be back :)
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Great experience with our server Theresa. We've gone here for years and it's always perfect!
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Isaac was very polite and attentive
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Great service!
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Marco was great
Overall Score
72 / 100
Composite score from health grade, dietary options, ratings, and inspection record — distinct from the state-derived health grade.
Opening hours
- Monday
- 11 AM to 10 PM
- Tuesday
- 11 AM to 10 PM
- Wednesday
- 11 AM to 10 PM
- Thursday
- 11 AM to 10 PM
- Friday
- 11 AM to 10:30 PM
- Saturday
- 11 AM to 10:30 PM
- Sunday
- 11 AM to 9:30 PM
Inspection history
The following records are from Florida DBPR public inspection records, most recent first.
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January 13, 2026 · Routine - Food
Inspection Completed - No Further Action
0 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 4 basic
- 21 — Wiping cloths; clean & soiled linens; laundry
- 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
- 29 — Plumbing installed & maintained; mop sink; backflow prevention
- 31 — Handwash sinks accessible; handwashing supplies & sign provided
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August 14, 2025 · Routine - Food
Inspection Completed - No Further Action
0 high-priority · 1 intermediate · 2 basic
- 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
- 24 — Storage & handling of clean equipment and utensils; air drying
- 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation
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 13, 2026