Restaurants in Sanford

“👍🏻 Great food and atmosphere. Large menu with big portions”

“We visited KeKe's Sanford location for the first time yesterday, Dec.,7th, 2024. Everything we ordered was over the top delicious. The portion size, especially the pancakes, you just can't eat it all! The coffee was hot and delicious! Kimberly knows her cafe! She made suggestions and took such good care of us. Highly recommend KeKe's for breakfast!”

“Food was delicious and our service was second to none. Our server Kendall was very attentive to our needs and knowledgeable about the menu. Our drinks were never empty. If you’re looking for great food and excellent customer service go check out Sonny’s in Sanford and make sure you ask for Kendall”

“Food was excellent,server was excellent.”

“Fresh ingredients, friendly staff, great food”

“Great place for events! So much fun!”

“This is a place where u can find typical food from Puerto Rico, alcapurrias de jueyes are even better than the island plenty crab meat inside and are large, I got the churrasconand was made to ordered well and was not dry, very juicy and plenty full, rice and beans were perfect”

“Awesome food and service. Highly recommended lake Mary/sanford.”

“Their coffee is so good!!! First time trying today and I went back in the afternoon for a second! Highly recommend!”

“My first visit to Sanford and stopped by they made me the best iced coffee ever And talked with one of the employees and she was super helpful with info on places to eat in Sanford”

“The group of us dropped by for lunch around 1pm Saturday before going to the movies. I had the Blackened Mahi Tacos; my wife had the Coconut Shrimp Tacos. They were great, and the rest of our group enjoyed their meals as well. Their service prompt and attentive.”

“Connie’s Deli is a true hidden gem by the St. John’s River in Sanford. Whether you’re stopping in for breakfast or lunch, the food never disappoints. The food is always fresh, flavorful, and served with heart. Their breakfast hits the spot every time, and the lunch specials are always satisfying. What really makes this place special, though, are the amazing ladies who hold it down day in and day out. They work hard, serve with a smile, and treat every customer like family. There’s a warmth and down-home charm here that’s rare these days. Connie’s isn’t just a deli, it’s a little piece of heaven where good food and good people come together. Highly recommend!”

“The protein bowls are AMAZING! Owner is super sweet as well :)”

“First time visiting and we really enjoyed. We sat outside.We ate from the seafood bar, we also had the smoke wigs and messy tacos. It was at least 8 of us we will definitely be back. The drinks were good Nicole the waiter was excellent she made sure we were good every few minutes. Thanks”

“Really good gyros and falafel 🧆! All staff were nice, we enjoyed our meal. :)”

“We decided to try out the food on a Sunday afternoon. Lourdes was our server and she was very attentive professional and encouraging. The food was very good. The chicken tenders were definitely worth getting. I was looking forward to the french fries that were in most pictures but they have switched them. However, the new fries are very good. The cobb salad looked very fresh and my husband enjoyed it. We also got the wings with my husband and daughter ate and they were on special on Sundays. Both of them seem to enjoy them. Then we got the cheesecake for dessert it was really tasty and the strawberry sauce topped it off for sure. It was a comfortable atmosphere not very loud except when somebody scored a touchdown. My daughter's patty melt was supposed to be on ciabatta bread according to the menu. However the server found out that they're switching over to sourdough bread but they happily made a new sandwich and new fries on the ciabatta bread. The patty melt was excellent. This is a place I would come back again to for the food for sure. And we did receive the veterans discount as a previous reviewer reported.”

“Awesome experience and staff!”

“Highly recommended. Great food and great service!”

“Enjoyed seeing/hearing our gr'son McCoy Moore perform there!!”

“Food is always on point! Vernon always delivers the best customer service and everything l need he doesn’t miss a beat. l always ask to be in his section! My Friday after work spot.. sex on the beach me pleaseeeeee!”

“Pupusas were so good and fresh! I definitely recommend 👌”

“I like the nostalgia of the restaurant and store. I actually like the store better than the food!”

“Highly recommended! This place is great!”

“Always a great time here. Bartenders are friendly and knowledgeable about their many options of liquor. The Scottish eggs are amazing!”

“Dined w/friends, Saturday evening, 1-28. Had such good service from Brandon. In spite of being very busy, we were quickly seated and orders taken. It took a bit (I think) for our food to arrive, but Brandon was so pleasant, we hardly noticed. Thx Brandon! 😀”

“All around a great place everything is delicious that ive had so far. The pepperoni pizza 8.5/10 the white pie 8.5/10 and the Philly 9/10. And the service was also amazing very friendly people. Would highly recommend 👌 👍”

“I was at your restaurant in Sanford, Florida and I wanted to give a shout out to Matt for a job well done. A customer behind my son in law and I was complaining about how long it took to receive his order. Matt kept his cool and offered to pay for the customer's dinner out of his pocket! That's going beyond the call of duty in my book. This young man deserves credit for a job well done in this situation and should be reimbursed for paying for the customer's dinner out of his own pocket! Great job. Well done Matt!”

“We love Parvas. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable. They have gluten free options. We always eat lunch or dinner, but today we tried their breakfast and it did not disappoint! Everything was delicious.”

“We love this place and Jill is ok too ❤️”

“I recommend a Sanford special. The pork breaded tenderloin was amazing perfect thickness, perfect breading, the fried green tomatoes were also a big hit and our waitress Nike, She did a phenomenal job.”

“Our family of 11 stopped here for lunch as we were passing through. No one was disappointed. We will now seek this place out next time we are around. The server was very kind, just a bit slower than I would've thought even for a large group.”

“Just went this evening. My son's 21st birthday. The food was superb, the portions were large enough to prevent us going to a planned dessert stop afterwards. Very reasonable price too. definitely going on our regular outings list. Thanks”

“We absolutely loved this restaurant! Friendly staff, great lighting, delicious and unique menu options and cocktails. Can’t wait to be back!”

“Amazing food and Chef Sajan the best!!!”

“Nice atmosphere, college games playing. Good service and bartenders.”

“This is a decent Mexican restaurant. They do not offer steak/asada for any tacos or burritos. I got a torta, It was big but not very flavorful. The stew beef Tacos were not very good either.”

“Waitress was great! Atmosphere great! Good great! Enjoyed it very much!”

“This was the busiest Olive garden I've ever been to, but the service was really good. It was a little delayed because of how busy it was, but that was explainable. The waitress was awesome and the food was all tastingly good prices were normal for Olive garden and I would recommend it!!”

“Great food with large portions and fast service!”

“They give you like huge portions of food that the box don’t even close that I had to put it on a separate plate and the food taste amazing as well. Price is top tier for how much you get. Definitely the best tasting Chinese food I’ve had in the area. I got the beef lo mein, and the general tso chicken dinner combo which comes with fried rice roasted pork a 1 pork egg roll. Would recommend anyone who likes Chinese food and is in the area to try it.”

“Just went for my 40th Birthday. The food was AMAZING! The prices were reasonable and the staff were great! Very fast to check on you. Our Chef was Chef Alan and he was phenomenal! Funny, respectful, and man can the man cook!!! The fried rice was excellent and so we're the noodles. Perfect texture and the flavors were on point. We got the chef special which includes steak, chicken and shrimp. Every single one was done beautifully. The shrimp were very fresh, large and delicious, the steak was perfect medium and the chicken was ridiculously deliciously moist! I fully well plan on coming back when we are in the area. Thank you for the amazing evening!”

“The absolute best Bojangles I’ve ever been to!Consistently delicious fast and friendly. I use to drive a truck and have eaten at many Bojangles. This is by far the best I ever had!!!”

“I just visited this location for the first time and I really enjoyed it. Good atmosphere, fast service, cute decor, clean diner, kind staff, and good food! Recommended! 🤗”

“This MacDonald is usually always busy during peak hours. Service is normally upbeat and friendly, with an occasional joker taking orders who will most DEF. Put a smile on your face LOL 😆”

“Great wine. Quiet and very relaxing. Love this place to just get away….❤️😎”

“Excellent food and great friendly service.”

“Exceptional service [Original] Exceptional service”

“Hands down the best New York style hand tossed pie around! My buddy and I just got a large cheese and killed it in like 20 minutes.😁 Oh and definitely ask for a side of garlic oil, trust me!”

“Such good coffee, made by good people.”

“This place is our go to Mexican food place in downtown Sanford.”

“We got the pork chops and they were
amazinq!!! I was surprised! Perfectly
seasoned with fantastic flavor and
cooked just how we wanted it! We
want to get this again!”

“Great fresh food, good portions at great prices 💜 this place!”

“Stumbled upon this brewery by accident and so glad we did. Great beer! Friendly and knowledgeable bartender Mark!”

“love everything about this place. The owner is just amazing. the cocktails are incredible. highly recommend.”

“The food is SO GOOD! Top quality food & service 👌 Drive thru experience is always exceptional, and the dining room is comfortable & relaxed for a casual night out. They also have corn hole set up to play outside! Perfect choice for some time to unwind with the family.”

“We stopped there last week and loved the place! Friendly people, amazing beer selection. We ordered the cheeseburger flatbread and it was delicious . Highly recommend visiting this brewery”

“I would recommend this place to anyone. I am looking forward to going back.”

“Always Super friendly serive. A staple of the Sanford Community.”

“This place is the epitome of home cooking! Great food in a humble environment!❤️‍🔥🫶🏽”

“Great tiki bar with fantastic drinks and good bar bites. As a local we enjoy going whenever we can. Cool place for the tiki enthusiast!”

“I think this Diner has new owners because the food and service has been consistent and great this past year! Friendly, warm, quick service. Delicious and filling breakfast. Their biscotti waffles are the best in town. Their fried chicken Benedict is so dang good. I love this place as a weekend treat after a long week.”

“The best Ramen in FL. Definitely going back for more.”

“Love it, great service as usual!!”

“So glad we stopped by this smaller brewery. The beers were excellent, and we even decided to order some garlic knots from the pizza joint next door. The bartender was delightfully sassy, which made the experience even more fun. The place has a great atmosphere and plenty of seating.”

“Great staff, fun environment, good music, nice dance floor with lighting. Very non judgemental vibes and welcoming to all people 😀”

“One of our new favorites- incredible seafood and excellent service with a new raw bar coming soon! Get yourself down to The Current Seafood Bar and see what it’s all about!”

“I just want to say what an amazing place this is. We have been here many times and every time service is on point and food is amazing! We’ve had Taylor and Yez as our servers and they are both AMAZING! Tyra is so wonderful and remembers us every time and makes sure to take very good care of us! Jenna the bartender makes the perfect drinks! This place is where we should all be spending our money at. Not corporate places. They truly care about our experience! We will definitely be back!!”

“Love the atmosphere, people, and the owners and staff. Great bar, inexpensive, and karaoke Thursday and Friday nights.”

“Had lunch Saturday with my daughter and was very impressed. Service was quick and friendly, food was excellent. Really a nice place for sure!”

“Susan is amazing! We had a problem with our order and when we returned she took care of us. Corrected everything and gave us a much better experience. Our order was fresh, correct and tasty! Thank you Susan”

“So so enjoyable, quick friendly service”

“Stopped here out of town on the way to the airport and was totally worth it! Great food and experience. Food was excellent with the homemade tortillas and delicious meats. She was very prompt and friendly, would recommend to anyone.”

“Best soul food 😋 😍 we had a wonderful dinner thank u ladies”

“Extremely clean and friendly. The food portions are great for sharing.”

“Lots of German sweets. Milka chocolate. Plus I buy the Warsteiner beer there. They have lots of German products”

“Fantastic pizza!!! Love the ‘twist’!”

“Bakers Like Birthday Cake Too! I had the stressful task of getting a birthday cake for my good friend, who is also a baker—because, let’s face it, bakers deserve a special cake too, and she shouldn't have to bake her own birthday cake again this year! Luckily, Ms. Victoria from Simply Homemade 1913 in downtown Sanford came through and delivered an absolutely gorgeous cake with a quick turnaround. We went with a lemon cake, and it was not only stunning but also delicious. The flavors were perfect, and the cake was both light and filling. The design was simple yet elegant, with personal touches that made it feel extra special. You can really tell it was made with love. I’m so glad I chose Simply Homemade 1913 to make this memorable cake—my friend loved it, and I’ll definitely be returning for future celebrations!”

“Community Brewhouse is the kind of place that keeps us coming back again and again. The beer is consistently excellent, with a thoughtful rotating selection that always has something fresh and fun. On our most recent visit, I had the Alien Space Juice (a hazy NEIPA at 6.4% ABV that was raw, juicy, and bursting with hop flavor), while my wife enjoyed the Squirrel Chaser (a 5% golden lager, crisp and classic). Both were fantastic. The service here is truly off the charts. Gabe and Ernie are behind the bar and are warm, welcoming, and the kind of people who make you feel like family the minute you walk in. Jose is also outstanding, attentive and genuinely friendly and a marketing genius. That level of hospitality sets Community Brewhouse apart. We also have to give a shout-out to Gary, one of the brewers. Once we tried his Beerless Shadow beer, which comes with one of the best backstories we’ve ever heard. The name comes from a real brewery mishap: a pipe opened and blasted a pressurized stream of beer across the room. Gary happened to be standing in the line of fire, and when it stopped, the wall behind him showed a perfect silhouette where the beer hadn’t landed. That outline became “Gary’s Beerless Shadow.” We love grabbing a pint and sitting outside for a game of cribbage. On 9/24 we had the chance to attend their wine & cheese kickoff event. It was a wonderful expansion of what they offer: Tom, the “Sanford Sommelier,” curated a lineup that included Cava, Loire Sauvignon Blanc, Mencía, Chilean Carmenere, and a reserve Cab/Carmenere blend. These aren’t the typical value wines you’d expect to see at a brewery. Real thought went into the lineup, the prices were very affordable, and the cheese pairings were spot-on. It’s exciting to see them growing beyond beer into wine, while still keeping that neighborhood, community-driven vibe. Highly recommend Community Brewhouse, whether you’re into craft beer, good wine, or just good people!”

“This place is awesome! Tried it for the first time today. That sauce bar was off the chain and the food was nice fresh. The manager checked in on us while we were eating as well. Totally going back!”

“Delicious!!! 100% recommended!! When you see everything fresh it is because it is good!!! The person who attends is very nice and kind!!! So far the best food truck I have tried, the bite is good too!! They are tough in the kitchen!!! Tomorrow I'll be back again!!!!”

“las mejores quesabirrias, tacos, y horchata que me he comido en mi vida. cada vez que puedo, mando a mi esposo o voy a donde estén para pedir una orden. Mi lugar favorito. the best quesabirrias, tacos, and horchata that I've eaten in my entire life. every time I can, I send my husband or I go wherever they are just to make an order. my favorite place.”

“Great staff, food and drinks.”

“Sandy, it was an absolute pleasure meeting you yesterday! Your customer service is above and beyond! Anyone that crosses your path will definitely be able to tell that you care deeply about your customers and community. Thank you so much for making us feel like family, and suggesting that we park our bike safely in front of your business-that was so thoughtful and appreciated. We look forward to visiting you again soon.”

“The food was amazing!!!! We were in and out quickly. Had a Philly cheese steak and fries. All so fresh and the service was good. This is a great diner!!!! Will be back for sure.”

“The service and atmosphere were nice! We enjoyed our dinners and the portions were large enough that I had to take some items home. The ribs, shrimp and steak were great.”

“This is a very fun place. The beers and drinks are literally half price than every bar in downtown Sanford. Thus the reason they are always busy and fun. They have touchtunes, a DJ, karaoke on Wednesday, Poker tournaments... and this list goes on. I always end up here as this has become my go-to. The food is a step above dive-bar bar food.”

“Was completely blown away by how good this was, Awesome doesn’t begin to describe it. Great little incognito sushi spot.”

“We love performing at West End Trading Co! Always a good time with an amazing crowd and great vibes.”

“Some of the best tacos I’ve had in a long time!! Please continue to post your schedule so we can come out whenever you are around!”

“I’m so happy that they opened this location in Sanford and I don’t have to go up to Lake Mary Blvd anymore besides that ones seems kind of old and dirty and they have been out of chicken the past couple times I’ve been. At least the kind I ordered. I’ve only been through this drive through twice ( never inside yet) and everything I ordered was right and fresh so far. My only complaint at this time would be that there are no lights on the outside menu when you drive up. One day it was after dark and I had to get out of my car to even read it. Maybe they are planning on putting lights and haven’t done it yet because they just opened. IDK It’s doesn’t sound like people have had the same experience as me so I hope management takes these reviews and does something about it. The times I have been through the drive through the people were pleasant. #1 coleslaw in the world!!! If anything changes I will update my review. Danim”

“I was at your restaurant in Sanford, Florida and I wanted to give a shout out to Matt for a job well done. A customer behind my son in law and I was complaining about how long it took to receive his order. Matt kept his cool and offered to pay for the customer's dinner out of his pocket! That's going beyond the call of duty in my book. This young man deserves credit for a job well done in this situation and should be reimbursed for paying for the customer's dinner out of his own pocket! Great job. Well done Matt!”

“What will we do now?We will sure miss you.Thank you for always making our wings extra,extra crispy.We got spoiled. We haven't found another restaurant like you yet and probably wont.I wish your family much abundance and a peaceful shift in life.You will be missed.”

“I have been coming here to Cafe Perks for several years now. I have brought my Fiancee my daughters and friends. The Food has always been great.. The servers are very nice. And Danielle and Sam have always treated. me like family they are all awesome. Thank you. Ms. Millie”

“Today is 7/26/22 I wanted some good donuts so I stopped in this morning and got some donuts and apple fritters and glazed twist when I saw that show case and my eyes almost came outta the socket when I saw all the different variety of donuts.they had my favorite coconut and toasted coconut let me say your donuts are absolutely delish I will be back keep making those coconut donuts”

“Incredibly considerate and nice owners with good service. Food is even better. Fresh everyday.”

“Excellent food and great friendly service.”

“First time visiting and we really enjoyed. We sat outside.We ate from the seafood bar, we also had the smoke wigs and messy tacos. It was at least 8 of us we will definitely be back. The drinks were good Nicole the waiter was excellent she made sure we were good every few minutes. Thanks”

“Great place to get some good food. My family and I stopped here before heading to SFB airport. Coming off a long cruise, exhausted, tired, and hangry, we wanted some fast food. They gentleman working opened the doors half an hour early for us. Great food, excellent service”

“Hit after hit!!! Everything was fresh and delicious”

“Excellent and great services and food menu are variety and delicious.”

“AMAZING food and service we come a few times a month and its always fresh and good but the gentlemen who is always there takes such terrific care of us he makes our meal so much better THANK YOU”

“Exceptional service [Original] Exceptional service”

“Good food and a friendly restaurateur. Definitely a fun place to go for a casual lunch with a good atmosphere.”

“We stopped by to try the BBQ and left relaxed and ready for the weekend! The atmosphere is terrific with the music and beach party vibes. This bbq is absolutely amazing! Softest and juiciest pulled pork we've ever eaten. We tried not only that but the potato bomb which is incredible and the ribs as well!! Incredible food and a terrific price! We plan on going back often!”

“Food was delicious and our service was second to none. Our server Kendall was very attentive to our needs and knowledgeable about the menu. Our drinks were never empty. If you’re looking for great food and excellent customer service go check out Sonny’s in Sanford and make sure you ask for Kendall”

“I like the nostalgia of the restaurant and store. I actually like the store better than the food!”

“We visited KeKe's Sanford location for the first time yesterday, Dec.,7th, 2024. Everything we ordered was over the top delicious. The portion size, especially the pancakes, you just can't eat it all! The coffee was hot and delicious! Kimberly knows her cafe! She made suggestions and took such good care of us. Highly recommend KeKe's for breakfast!”

“I was at your restaurant in Sanford, Florida and I wanted to give a shout out to Matt for a job well done. A customer behind my son in law and I was complaining about how long it took to receive his order. Matt kept his cool and offered to pay for the customer's dinner out of his pocket! That's going beyond the call of duty in my book. This young man deserves credit for a job well done in this situation and should be reimbursed for paying for the customer's dinner out of his own pocket! Great job. Well done Matt!”

“Food was excellent,server was excellent.”

“The service and atmosphere were nice! We enjoyed our dinners and the portions were large enough that I had to take some items home. The ribs, shrimp and steak were great.”

“This place is our go to Mexican food place in downtown Sanford.”

“Great food and excellent service! Everything was fresh, flavorful, and served quickly. Definitely one of the best spots for a tasty meal. Highly recommend Pollo Tropical”

“This was the busiest Olive garden I've ever been to, but the service was really good. It was a little delayed because of how busy it was, but that was explainable. The waitress was awesome and the food was all tastingly good prices were normal for Olive garden and I would recommend it!!”

“Amazing food and Chef Sajan the best!!!”

“Great place to get some good food. My family and I stopped here before heading to SFB airport. Coming off a long cruise, exhausted, tired, and hangry, we wanted some fast food. They gentleman working opened the doors half an hour early for us. Great food, excellent service”

“After a hectic week, two of my kids and I came in for lunch here and were met with some of the friendliest staff! As I was getting ready to pay; the manager/owner (not sure which one) gave me a golden ticket for our meal being free! That was seriously the highlight of our day! Thank you for your kindness! ❤️”

“Awesome food and service. Highly recommended lake Mary/sanford.”

“Absolutely Outstanding in every way! Our server Mitchell was on top of everything, Water refills, ensured everything met our expectations! Highly recommend this Red Robin on 17-92 in Sanford Florida!”

“The food is SO GOOD! Top quality food & service 👌 Drive thru experience is always exceptional, and the dining room is comfortable & relaxed for a casual night out. They also have corn hole set up to play outside! Perfect choice for some time to unwind with the family.”

“I have visited Ace Cafe Sanford twice. They did an amazing job on the building, decorations, and the store is over the top. The fish and chips Is a superb item!!! This is perfectly cooked and I honestly can say I’ve never had better fish and chips anywhere. I think that will be my go to item when I visit again. I also try to smash burger which was cooked and prepared to perfect perfection. Service was spot on, bartenders very fast and cordial. It’s obvious that management has put a great deal of effort into hiring all the right people. I live in Orlando, although we will be visiting Sanford quite often. PS we also enjoy seeing the cars and motorcycles in the parking lot Overall… Five star”

“My family and I have visited here often since it opened, once a week on average. Fantastic experience every time with on point staff and minimal wait time to get perfectly prepared Chick-fil-A menu items. I'm truly baffled at the lower end rating average. We have made it a point to only visit this location because it never disappoints.
When paying so much for take out it's imperative that food is good quality and freshly made.
The only point of improvement needed is the dining room and keeping tables clean during the dinner hours.
Mobile, drive thru and take out are flawless in my extensive experience.
Keep it up guys”