Fresh Empanadas
Daily-made empanadas with authentic Colombian flavors and perfectly crispy texture.
- Chicken, cheese, beef, and Hawaiian varieties
- Crispy exterior with melted filling
- Available hot throughout the day
⭐ 4.7 (483 reviews)
Visibility: 90/100This Colombian bakery and cafe has earned a loyal following in Apopka with their authentic empanadas, decadent desserts like tres leches and Nutella cake, and exceptional customer service. Customers consistently praise the crispy-outside, melty-inside empanadas, creative coffee drinks, and the staff's patience and friendliness. The cozy atmosphere with comfortable seating makes it perfect for both quick grab-and-go visits and relaxed power lunches.
Based on 483 customer reviews
Address: 1725 Ocoee Apopka Rd, Apopka, FL 32703, USA
Phone: (407) 358-1998
Hours: Friday 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM, Monday 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM, Sunday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Tuesday 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM, Saturday 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Thursday 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM, Wednesday 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Parking: Free parking lot available on-site
Peak times: Weekend mornings 8am-11am and lunch rush 12pm-2pm
Nearby neighborhoods: Downtown Apopka, Piedmont, Rock Springs
Nearby landmarks: Near Apopka City Hall, Close to Northwest Recreation Complex, 5 minutes from downtown Apopka
Daily-made empanadas with authentic Colombian flavors and perfectly crispy texture.
Traditional Colombian and Latin American desserts made fresh in-house.
Specialty coffee drinks and refreshing beverages made to your preference.
Hearty breakfast items and light meal options perfect for any time of day.
⭐ 4.7 out of 5
483 total reviews
Consistently high ratings with 18 new reviews this month. Customer satisfaction remains excellent.
“OMG! This place is awesome! We’ve been looking for this kind of restaurant for years since our favorite arepa place in Mt Dora closed during Covid-19. We had a power lunch which was incredible. We will recommend and be back soon. Btw this is what is left from 2 of us eating on it. Snack!”
— marshall weiner“So much delicious food 😋 I definitely want to go back again for more! I had the Nutella cake, but really want to try the mocha cake and Oreo cake in the future! As far as the empanadas go, the chicken one is the best, followed by the cheese then beef and Hawaiian. The peppermint iced mocha hit the spot and disappeared much too quickly! Mecatos Bakery and Cafe may just be a hidden gem in Apopka!”
— Heather Croney“My first time at this Bakery but everyone was super friendly and patient while I asked a lot of questions! I tried the cheese empanada and it was so freaking good - crunchy on the outside, melted cheese on the inside, just a tad bit of sweetness and savory deliciousness. Tres leches - of course and something new I tried - dulce de leche panacota! They serve a ton of beverages too! Clean, welcoming and well organized! I would absolutely recommend it for a snack, quick bite and just because!”
— Dessie Hristov“I’ve been to this location and other locations before, and the food has always been spot on. If there is ever anything wrong, just simply talk to someone and they will automatically resolve it without any question. But that Rarely happens. The reason why I’m writing this review today is because today I was ordering A bread platter and it was going to take like 10 minutes. I sat down in the convenient, small waiting area with couches and the lady who helped me at first Viviana, knew I was waiting and came to me and offered me a coffee while I was waiting. She asked me exactly how I liked it and she did not disappoint. This is the level of customer service that every restaurant should strive for. Provide quality caring individuals like Viviana. I personally thank Viviana for making my day so much better.”
— Victor VargasCustomers love our chicken empanadas best, followed by cheese, beef, and Hawaiian varieties - all made fresh daily.
Yes, we have a comfortable waiting area with couches and seating for dining in or enjoying coffee.
Our tres leches cake is a customer favorite, along with our Nutella cake and dulce de leche panacotta.
Yes, we offer custom cake orders and bread platters - just allow about 10 minutes for preparation.
We serve specialty drinks like peppermint iced mocha and can prepare coffee exactly how you like it with complimentary service while you wait.
Status: Open now
Peak hours: Weekend mornings 8-11am
Fresh batches: Empanadas made throughout day
Popular this month: Tres leches, chicken empanadas
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