The restaurant was great for my first time here. We ordered chicken skewers, shrimp chorizo, ceviche but that one wasn’t tasteful. And our server Natalie was great. She had awesome service and she took the item that I didn’t enjoy out of my tab and replaced it with a buratta mozzarella. If you are thinking of coming to this place I recommend it completely especially if you’re coming to Orlando. The service and people here are incredible and the prices are great and reasonable. They also include an all you ca eat buffet for $49 that includes mimosas and sangria.

We had an amazing lunch experience at this venue. Our server was very polite and very attentive. The tapas menu is very limited but oh my what we tried was delicious. Best onion soup in town and the shrimp and chorizo was very fresh and crispy. The tapas sizes are big and presentation is chef style. The local is very romantic and music on the background is suited to have the best dining experience. Wine and dessert menus are just a cherry on top for this now my favorite restaurant!

Santiago’s Bodega has the right idea when it comes to an all you can eat brunch. The menu options are just right and come with unlimited mimosas or sangrias. This isn’t a buffet style all you can eat, you order off the menu and it’s brought to your table. The portion sizes are small, which I liked because its less likely for people to waste food. We started with the salad which was refreshing and tasty. We got the peel and eat shrimp, sausage and bacon, prime rib, croissant French toast, hash casserole and the toffee cake and ice cream. We enjoyed everything! I would recommend this place!

The second you walk in you know you are in for a treat. The walls are covered in art from an amazing "Dali-esq" artist who has passed, the waitstaff is Amazing and the food is superb. We had Spicy shrimp bisque - literally the best bisque I have ever eaten. Yellow fin tune ceviche - fresh, amazing, just ...GET IT bacon wrapped dates - creamy goat cheese, crispy bacon... Do I need to say more? The drinks were amazing Really just go, you won't be disappointed

LOVE EVERYTHING! So many foods to try from! Everything tastes so delicious. Lots of different drinks to choose from. The atmosphere is amazing and the employees are so kind and happy. Must try for brunch!

First time trying this location for Brunch, and it was great! Very nice selection of small plates to order and lots of items to try and share with your table! Our group had a very nice time together there and it was lots of fun. We all enjoyed the food and the atmosphere! Some of our favorites were the croissant french toast, shrimp, toffee cake with ice cream, and the mimosas!

Daughter brought us for Christmas & our anniversary. The food was delicious and the service was top notice.

I really enjoyed a couple small plates here. We had already eaten at another spot a bit before, but we knew we had to try the short ribs as we walked by. And we weren't wrong, they were great. The meatballs were also pretty good. The server was quick and attentive and the pricing isn't inflated. I kinda wish we would have eaten here first so I could try more of the options.

My first time going. It is small and compact. The decor is marvelous. The food is so good. I definitely recommend the gravy. I had about 4 plates and all gad gravy.

Santiago’s bodega in Orlando, is amazing. Coral and Nicole is the best we’ve ever had, and we’ve been here MULTIPLE times (we’re regulars), they are so nice, their energy is AMAZING, and they know how to do her job while making you feel seen and appreciated as a customer. I HIGHLY advice asking for them when you come here. We will continue to come back specifically for them.

Highly recommend. We were happy to discover this place; the tapas were fantastic, the flourless chocolate cake is delicious. We will keep them in mind for the next time we visit the Orlando area.

Staff very friendly and knowledgeable. The food was unique and great and well made taste to perfection, we tried the puff pastry, shrimp soup, beef carpaccio, potato bravas all flavored perfectly, and beef short ribs is a woooow. Ended with the crepe 🤤. Make this restaurant a must go.

We loved our experience at Santiago's last night! We ordered a bunch of small plates and loved it all! Our favorite was the blue cheese steak and the crispy potatoes. Omg the flavor of the steak was amazing! Our server Casey was phenomenal! She was very friendly and knowledgeable. We will definitely be back!

+1

OMG, the food was awesome! I cannot even remember the names of all the dishes we had. And our server, Angelica (I think) was outstanding. We literally worked our way through the menu! The place is quaint, with patio seating, and dining room. We will return here soon, and highly recommend.

+6

If I could rate my experience 10 Stars, I would. · From arrival to departure, I was made to feel important and at ease, knowing my orders were being taken care of & that the food would taste better than anticipated--and it was! However, the experience would be nothing without the true, genuine concern and attention provided by my server, Steven. I've worked in service for several years and being made to feel as though I were being walked through the menu by a friend (and not a complete stranger) is rare. He's professional in his approach, but is incredibly skilled at making what would otherwise feel like an uptight culinary experience into a night out with family. You feel as happy to see him as you are the food approaching your table. Haha The nature of that one "local spot" that loyal neighbors flock to is founded on that welcoming feeling I was made to feel from start to finish and, for that, I offer my greatest thanks. FOH Staff, BOH, and Steven, thank you for an incredible memory at your little Bodega. 🙏🏼

+4

Nice tapas spot with great bar seating. The lamb was super delicious. I would say though, the music was pretty bad. For a tapas place I expected something a bit more like chill ambiance but it was mostly bad pop remixes. Ambiance aside, the food was amazing!

Love this place. The food has always been on point along with the service. This is our go to place for a date night! My only complaint would be that it’s often difficult to park so just be prepared to either valet if it’s available, wait for someone to leave or park somewhere else and walk back. Totally worth it though.

Exquisite tapas restaurant! Wish I could have stayed longer and eaten more. Definitely enjoyed eating outdoors. Highly recommend the smoked salmon carpaccio and the shrimp and chorizo. The French onion soup was delicious, but the best part of the experience for me was the spicy shrimp bisque! The cayenne was subtle and effective. While you could possibly get in and out quickly, this is the type of place you really want to take your time to enjoy.

+6

We enjoyed the outdoor seating. The place had a great relaxing vibe. My favorite dishes was of course the ribs. It was sweet and savory with a crunch to it! The spaghetti and meatballs was surprisingly my second fav. The mock tails were cute but rather a strong cocktail which they don't seem to have a lot of. Definitely recommend this place!

Santiago’s Bodega serves tapas in a casual setting. The food is delicious. We enjoyed ceviche and dates. Happy hour drinks are a great deal. The price is very reasonable. The service is quick. You can see that the guests are happy. It checks all the boxes for a great dining experience. Parking is tricky, go for valet. It costs $2 and is totally worth it. We highly recommend Santiago’s! Will visit again.

+5

Arrived right as brunch was ending but a short wait at the bar with a wonderfully crafted drink made it seem like a breeze. Excellent server, minimal wait for our plates and the food was delicious. Definitely must try the Halloumi cheese..

One of my favorite spots in Orlando! Service is always fantastic and great atmosphere. Love their sangria and beef carpaccio. I love their rotating specials menu with exciting new dishes to try every time!!

+1

Quality food, great price for the area and a nice environment are the main value offered here. Service is top notch and servants are very knowledgable about what they offer and serve. The menu has a good variety of food, drinks and deserts. Eating Outside is an option and covid safety is being implemented here. Plates are a little bigger than the average tapas offered in this area. It wasn't crowded and there was no need for me to reserve in a Saturday night, maybe when things get normalized, you will have to. Parking is offered in the back. I will def comeback.

+6

Went with my Bestie for brunch on Saturday and had the best experience! Nicole was our server and she was so great! Highly recommend this place!

This place has such good food. I've been to two locations and each time is for Sunday brunch when they have the unlimited snow crab legs. Fantastic brunch spot, great service and music choices. Inside and outside seating are available. Service is amazing! Highly recommend!

The experience they provide is amazing. Food is fantastic and service really good. Is always a go to with family that comes to visit Orlando

I have never had a bad time here. Everyone is so kind, attentive, and beyond amazing! I had a party of 18 on Monday to celebrate my 27th birthday and i was BLOWN AWAY, with our server (who’s name has slipped my name but she was amazing) and everyone who helped made our birthday so special. They brought out a cake we supplied and even added candles to sangria to make my twin and i even more special. Thank you so much for being amazing 🤍🤍

A few coworkers recommended Santiago's Bodega and it did not disappoint. Service was great, food was amazing! We didn't have a bad plate. Our server took really good care of us made sure we left with a smile.

+4

Julia was probably the best waitress I’ve ever had. I have celiacs, so it is sometimes scary to eat out, but Julia made me so at ease. We had a delicious array of tapas, we ate, laughed and drank for an hour. Our whole table agreed this would be a place to come back to.

It was my first time there. We sat outside. Ordered a bottle of wine. Our server Sydney was very polite and attentive. The food is delicious. It's tapas style so you can try bunch of things. There are some vegetarian options. The donuts are very tasty and not too sweet. The parking is free. Great experience.

+6

Whoa! Sooooo good! Make Santiago's your next choice for an amazing Sunday brunch! Pay one price and "get it all!" Perfect endless tapas portions of bacon, sausage, hash brown casserole, prime rib, and many other favorites! Make sure you save room for dessert! Mimosas and sangria are endless, too! Taylor and the rest of the staff were so friendly and provided outstanding service! Our table never wanted for anything during our entire experience!

+4

Well I was in town for one night on a customer project. Before I made the drive up from Fort Myers i scouted out a possible seafood restaurant and wine bar. I got to my hotel and started looking around a little on Yelp and Santiago's Bodega popped up. I looked at the pics, sorted through the newest reviews and checked the ETA from my hotel. Check, check and ✔️✔️✔️✔️. I didn't have reservations but as a single I was hoping they would be able to fit me in somewhere. Open, full service seating at the bar. Found a spot and settled in. Great service, great food, great drinks and NO Reason to not make it a stop on your journey through the area or a night out if you're a local. Food was fresh, hot and extremely tasty/authentic. Step in, stop up and enjoy. Plenty of parking around the back of the building and apparently on the busier nights a reasonable valet is available. Indoor and plenty of outdoor seating. Tables for 2,4, 6 or more. Enjoy!!

+5

We aren’t necessarily brunch people but after seeing what Santiago’s Bodega offered for their AYCE brunch, we had to give it a go. First of all this place gets packed so making sure you have a reservation is a must. Even though it’s a bit crazy and chaotic with all the tapas style plates coming out, service was oddly good. Everyone seemed to be hustling and besides a missed item that was quickly addressed it was a pretty awesome experience. Food was good - especially for this style of meal. Will you absolutely love everything - no - but there are some outstanding items and everything else was at least tasty and good. I would 100% do this again - it was a lot of fun and yummy!

+5

Here’s a NED-style review for Santiago's Bodega: --- ✅ What Works Well - Vibrant Latin-inspired menu with flavorful small plates and shareables. - Great selection of tacos, ceviches, and creative cocktails. - Warm, colorful atmosphere with lively music and friendly service. - Perfect for groups, casual dinners, and happy hours. - Fresh ingredients and bold spices shine through. --- 👎 What to Watch Out For - Can get loud and crowded, especially on weekends. - Portions are small to medium—best for sharing rather than full meals. - Some dishes might be too spicy for sensitive palates. - Wait times can be long during peak hours. --- 🎯 Verdict Santiago’s Bodega offers a fun, flavorful Latin dining experience with great cocktails—ideal for social nights and sharing plates. Rating: 4.2 / 5 --- Want top dish or drink picks?

I love everything about this place The food was delicious my favorite was the steak, sangria was expertly crafted. Our waiter did not only provided excellent service but also had a great sense of humor, adding on to the overall enjoyment. I’m looking forward to returning to explore more options on the menu and make more memories.

Amazing little spot with lots of free parking in the back. Tapas menu and great patio, bar, and table areas. Staff is super friendly and everyone is very night. French onion soup is amazing with so much cheese it's perfect! Happy hour specials ❤️❤️❤️

I can’t believe I’ve never left a review for this place because I LOVE it. I’ve been coming here for years and always recommend it to everyone. Such great food, service, and atmosphere! We will be visiting the location in Key West in May!

The food here was honestly amazing! Everything tasted so fresh and full of flavor. You can tell they really care about quality and presentation. The staff was super nice and made the whole experience even better. I’ll definitely be coming back soon — highly recommend this place to anyone who loves good food!

Perfect place for midnight breakfast (dinner after watching Disney fireworks) with delicated tasty small dishes. Must try: Petite-rack Lamb Recommend: Beef carpaccio Highlight: they close at 2 a.m. It made my day! After watching the fireworks at Disney, my friend and I were looking for a place to have dinner. It was a bit at that time due to the crowds. Finally we find Santiago's Bodega. It close late so that we can spend some time to enjoy the food. Food: Food here is amazing. The Chef not only cook but also adopt some ideas to make every dish out-of-ordinary. For example, when I order lamb, I thought it will be toasted as other restaurants do. To my surprise, it services with cripy skin and the inner part is quite juicy. The other dish contains raw beef. The way everything mix together makes the beef does not taste raw at all. Side is bread and they are a great combination. My friend ordered beef steak and meatballs. Service: friendly service and thanks for filling the water so many times. We were craved for water after the whole day walking. Parking: The restaurant has its own parking lot. However, it is limited/the restaurant is too popular. We arrive very late and the parking lot is full. Luckily we do street parking nearby.

I absolutely love the atmosphere! Perfect for a first date. A relaxing environment, an adult beverage, & tapas to satisfy your appetite desires. I had the gazpacho &, yes, I highly recommend it!

We did research on best brunch places in Orlando. Santiago came up as a recommendation. I’m so glad we chose this place. We were not disappointed at all. Taylor our waiter was so sweet and gave us exceptional service. If you get him as your server he will take good care of you. Price is really reasonable, food was amazing. The griddle cakes were warm and fluffy. The frittata taste like a cloud, if cloud had a flavor this would be it 😂. All the dishes were delicious. We felt like we were at the Palace again. This will be our regular when we are in town.

+4

Brunch is lit! Service is lit! We had an overall VERY good time!! Very generous staff! Andy was the Manager on duty and Taylor was our bartender. Very friendly and hospitable from the jump! 10/10 experience and even though the brunch is set menu the food is amazing! Shout out to the chef! We definitely celebrated my BF birthday the right way!

So this place has been winning best brunch in town as long as I've lived here. But I haven't ever come. The past two years, I mainly haven't come because of the pandemic-reduced menu that they've offered. But, after some time, realizing that all pandemic-reduced menus are just now the menus, I decided it was time. So I make reservations for one Sunday morning right when they opened, and I prepared for AYCE war. I look at the menu, and I decide yep, I'm getting one of everything. Now, for the menu they offer, that's actually not too tall of a feat if you're eating with a partner. And I didn't get all the desserts, because I'm not too much of a sweets person. I'm not going to go into detail on all of the food. Just know that this is a true experience and you must go, but I will give you a few tips and tricks for your visit. First of all, get as much of their candied bacon as possible. Rarely in life do opportunities come up for unlimited bacon of this quality. Eat it with your soup, you prime rib, your dessert, your everything. Secondly, you can order bagels without the cream cheese and all that and just use it at a bagel. I made a sandwich out of the bacon and the thick egg portion of the quiche. But, I may be just really strange. And lastly, for the love of God please get the Toffee Cake. It is the best dessert I have had in a long, long time. It was worth paying the money just for it. Overall, this place was fantastic, it always has been and I've just been missing you, you should come here ASAP, and I will probably have my work's holiday party here this year. Bravo.

+6

Santiago’s Bodega is a super solid place right near the North Orange/Mills Ave. area of Orlando! If you are craving small plates to share, there are very few restaurants that do it as good as here. An added bonus is this place is open SUPER late, so if it’s 1 am and you’re stuck deciding between Taco Bell and McDonald’s, why not go here?! It’s a thousand times better!! Finally, they have a whole gluten-free menu, so if you’re gluten-free, this is one of your best options! We got a variety of different plates during our most recent visit - 2 tapas each person for lunch. If you’re hungry, you could easily have 3 per person. We had: Avocado and Pear Salad, Beef Carpaccio, Smoked Salmon Carpaccio, Yellowfin Tuna Ceviche, Saganaki and Beef Short Ribs. Everything was excellent - our favorites were the short ribs, beef carpaccio, and avocado/pear salad. If you get the bigger size, the salads are massive and a perfect option to share. The short ribs were so tender and flavorful - 100/10!! Both carpaccios were excellent, but the beef one is 100% the one I’d recommend. AMAZING. The ceviche was super fresh and awesome paired with the mango, and saganaki was a bit different than normal halloumi cheese in that it was baked rather than grilled, but still quite good! Our waitress was super friendly and nice as well - service is great here. I can’t wait to come back to Santiago’s Bodega and try more tapas. I love sharing small plates with others because I get to try more things from the menu. This place is awesome!!

+4

Amazing food.. the sort ribs were the best . They had a unique take on bread pudding which was good . Highly recommend this place for a date or just hanging out with friends. Thank you Andres for being such and awesome wait staff.

Was invited by friends to place and was very pleased with the selection. We had a buffet style brunch all you can eat and drink on sangrias and mimosas. The food was very good. The buffet featured street style tacos that you made. Potatoes, scrambled eggs; sausage and very delicious bacon, shrimp and grits but you can do just the shrimp. Chicken and waffles, here chicken and rice. A Highlight of crab legs and chimichuri flank steak. Pastries of several varieties, deviled eggs. A few of the items you do order ala carte but still part of the buffet. My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed all that was offered and for the price just a shade over $50 we thought it was a good value.

This place is on point! Great bottomless brunch! My wife found this location via Google and it was a great choice. They have mimosas in 4 flavors, along with red and white sangria. The croissant French Toast is amazing...no syrup needed. Great service from Taylor and the team. We'll definitely be back.

+1

Went over Saturday night w/ some friends that where visiting from out of town. Can’t go wrong w/ tapas and good wine. The food was excellent, the steak falnk was blue cheese had great texture and cooked to the point (medium rare). We also order saganaki which is these grating cheese dip w/ some olives on the side. Order croquetas and some patatas bravas which are my favorite. Forgot to take photos of those as I was enjoying the conversation w/ friends. We also Order a pitcher of sangria and when it was time to get another one it was 11pm which meant happy hour. $4 glasses of sangrias. The service was fantastic, Steven which was our server made good recommendations to my friends, he also has a good sense of humor and everyone in the table loved him. Definitely recommend this spot for some amazing tapas and drinks.

We love this place very much. We usually come here with my friends. I love saganaki and patatas bravas. The white sangria is amazing and I love the bread pudding for dessert. Happy hour prices after 11 are very affordable. I definitely recommend you to come here. waiters are great too🤍 thank you everything

Went for weekend brunch. It did not disappoint. The included bottomless mimosas, whoa boy. I wanna say there was orange juice in there. Certainly packed a punch. We tried everything on the menu. Loved it all. The toffee cake was the cherry on top. Delicious. Our server, Mary, fantastic.

+4

Santiago’s is must try if you are in the area. The food is always fresh and full of flavor. The staff were efficient. I didn’t have to wait long for drinks or food. The atmosphere is always nice and cozy. The music selection and artwork/decor really create an enjoyable experience.

Great meal and service. Rain the host was great. Lots of great tapas options and a nice Ivanhoe district vibe. Indoor and outdoor seating with good ambiance. Get the croissant donuts for dessert and I promise you won't be disappointed.. Our other favorite was the short rib!!

+6

Truly an Orlando staple. I can't speak for the other locations but if they're anywhere close to the Virginia one, do you yourself a favor. Not the biggest fan of the tapas format but honestly there's not a bad item on this menu. The weekend brunch also very amazing. Service and atmosphere is comforting and welcoming. Weather permitting I would recommend sitting out front. Great drink menu and tap selection. In a world of inflated restaurant pricing we were able to get 9 dishes/apps, 3 draft beers, and 3 tasty foo foo mocktails for four people at $164. Which one could say is pricey but for 5 star food and feeding four people entirely I'd say it's a steal.

+3

Did a brunch here with my bookclub girls and we had so much fun! Our server (Shirley I think her name was) was amazing and the rest of the staff was super helping with clearing our dishes since they have an all-you-can-eat menu and bottomless mimosas. Our only complaint was sitting in the back where it’s a littler darker and quieter but we still had a great time. The food was amazing!

We were a party of 5 so we were able to share a range of different tapas. All of the dishes we had were very good quality and tasty. There wasn't anything that interested me on the regular dessert, but the nightly special toffee dessert did, and it was really good. It was wine Wednesday and they have a nice wide selection of imported and domestic wines at a good value. Our server, Natalie, was very attentive and accommodating, and made sure our courses were served at a nice cadence. She knows the menu very well. The atmosphere was very relaxed.

Came here for my birthday and it was a great time. Beautiful restaurant. Seating for outside is available but it's June so inside we went! Amazing tapas menus and the sangria was top-notch. Something for everybody. Love the cocktail list! Bread pudding for birthday dessert, wish I could eat two!

+6

This is one of our favorite places to grab a late night meal. Consistently amazing food, service, and in a great location, too! Highly recommend for a date night or even after a concert or game.

+1

This has been one of our steady go-to local restaurants. We come here for lunch with the girls, date night, dinner/bar hangout with friends, and a casual family dinner spot. There are so many reasons this is one of our family favorite spots. The bacon wrapped dates are amazing! And the little mini donuts are a must order! You can eat inside or out front on the patio. Really cool vibe and I have yet to order something I don’t like.

+1

Arrived late in Orlando and was dreading the idea of having nothing but fast food available. Found this wonderful gem that stayed open late on Monday with great food and drinks. Has a romantic atmosphere, and I was unfortunately there by myself on business, but totally great! Their espresso martinis were excellent!

This place is delicious. I haven’t had a bad item from here. Their sangria is delicious. We went for happy hour and the prices were very reasonable. They have a late night happy hour from 11p-1am, which is a fun way to end an evening. The art inside is beautiful. We got served extremely quickly. Our server was so helpful with helping us choose our tapas and drinks.

I love coming here for the small plates. Their burrata and dates are delicious. I also love the wine selection and the atmosphere. It’s cute and fun. Especially outside if the weather is nice. The light make it more pleasant.

A brilliant star in the Orlando restaurant galaxy. Eclectic decor, amazing art, lively libation and food.for your soul. Try to be seated in John's section. He's knowledgeable, friendly and the perfect presenter of best combinations and pairings. Fast and memorable food service and ingredients. Freshness is front and center. The KITCHEN crew does not miss any chance to amaze your taste buds. I've been back four times since early November and will visit again soon.

Been here many times. Great tapas style food. Great service. Easy to make a reservation!

We had a party of nine today for Brunch. I arrived early and enjoyed chatting with the bartender while I waited for the rest of the party. Our server (sorry I forgot his name) was so friendly and welcoming. Our meal was delicious and we were able to sit and enjoy ourselves. We were never rushed. The gaucho steak was my favorite item today.

Yude Contin

Un lugar tranquilo... para una velada tranquila. La atención esmerada. El ambiente agradable. Elegi estar en la terraza, observé una decoración dentro del local simpática y linda. La comida... algunos platos no fueron de mi total agrado y otros me encantaron. El carpaccio está servido sobre un plato de color rojo. Lo que hacía parecer que solo está adornado de alcaparras y cebollas. Estas en mi opinión, eran demasiadas, logrando así arropar en exageración el sabor de la carne, que era la protagonista. A veces, menos es más. La tapa de camarones y chorizo esta buena, nada inolvidable. Aceptable. Ahora cuando creía que iba en negativo, llegó la chuletas de cordero. Una verdadera delicia. Volveré y probaré otras cosillas. Hay curiosidad. No es económico como un bar de tapas español. Si viene con esa idea, este no es el lugar.

Tahis Chong

Un lugar muy especial para compartir con familia, amigos..y degustar variedad de opciones, tapas..y bebidas..Un ambiente espacioso, decoración original..Buena Atención y muy concurrido..lo recomiendo....!!

Diana Field

Es uno de los lugares más ricos que he comido en Florida. El servicio y ambiente es A1. OBVIAMENTE, no es un lugar de comida española, no vengas con esa idea... Es más como un tapas concept pero fusion gringa y del mundo. Recalco, gran servicio y precios. Tienen happy hour incluyendo los fines de semana de 11pm a la hora de cierre y no sólo es de alcohol, sino de comida también. Queria recomendar al mozo John Henry, es un tipo muy simpático y atencioso 😊✨ No dejen de venir si están por Orlando. Ps Recomendaciones: Las ribs, el pan con queso que viene con fuego y las tapas fuera de la carta con descuento.

Great little spot for tapas! The food was really good, service was friendly, and the atmosphere was great. Had a very nice experience overall. P.S. Reservations are recommended.

We came to Santiago’s Bodega with the intention to eat brunch but, we missed it for a few minutes so, we ended having tapas and drinks. Note that there’s no food service while the menu is switching so, if you’re hungry make sure to get the timing right. That said, overall the food was very good, the tapas portions were actually shareable, the drinks were enjoyable and the service was diligent.

Nice experience but seating was tight. I only tried one dish and was not impressed. It was not hot to my liking. Overall, nice environment.

Santiago's Bodega, a charming tapas-style restaurant, offers a wonderfully casual and relaxed atmosphere that is a welcome change from the ordinary. Its heart and soul is its beverage selection, where bottomless mimosas and sangrias shine. These refreshing concoctions are generously poured and burst with vibrant flavors, sure to delight any brunch enthusiast or sangria lover. Where Santiago's Bodega perhaps doesn't reach the zenith is in its food. The fare is decent, but it's not something that will take you on a culinary journey. That said, it's far from disappointing - the tapas are good, just not groundbreaking. A diverse range of flavors are present in the menu, but none are particularly memorable or unique. That said, Santiago's Bodega offers an enjoyable experience overall. It's a great place to unwind and indulge in your favorite drink, with an ambiance that's hard to beat. While the food could use a bit more creativity and flair, the restaurant's charm lies in its inviting atmosphere and excellent mimosas and sangrias. This eatery earns a solid 4 stars and remains a great spot to meet friends for a leisurely weekend brunch.

Great lil tapas restaurant, little bit of an awkward moment getting seated (double doors, right door goes to the bar area and left door goes to the hostess station). Rather busy but not "too" busy but ended up hanging out at the bar. Bar staff was great, a bit rustic on the inside, staff overall were quick to address any concerns / requests. Small plates overall were great, perfect sizing for two people (order three, contemplate the fourth) and everything was nicely cooked and quite tasty. Short ribs were a definite standout, chicken skewers (not pictured because the wife just attacked them) were a close second, and everything else was overall just great. My only real recommendations would honestly be to end up re-designing the entrance a bit into the establishment itself (not the outdoor patio access) or consider moving the hostess area just outside / modernizing to self-seating.

+1

Had lunch here on a Monday. Food was good. Service was slow despite the fact it was a Monday and only a few customers. Salad and soups were the biggest portioned items. Tapas were on the smaller side. I know they are supposed to be shareable but I still think the portions were a bit small for the price. Would try it again when back in town.

+2

I used to come here very often on the late happy hour (12 am- 2 am ) and i liked the vibe and the drinks specials . Very nice place. Then i stopped going for a couple years and came back recently. The food wasn’t very good, we ordered the croquetas ( it didn’t even taste like a croqueta) , we also ordered the cheese and ahi tuna which was the best part of the night. The wine were on special and it was good. I have to say the service has gotten better but the food could be better I will come back

The food was delicious. The atmosphere was absolutely amazing. The price points are not bad. I will say the customer service is a bit lacking. Our server forgot to ring in some of our food. And then when we asked about it , she asked what we would like for her to do about it. It was around 10 PM. So maybe she was exhausted from working all day and I really can't fault her for that. You just expect maybe a smile or a little bit of friendliness when it comes to serving guests.

Server John Henry was great! Most of the tapas were great . A few though did not make sense. Like capers in the patatas brava. Almost like your aunt putting raisins in your potato salad. Or whole blueberries in your bread pudding take the extra hour or two make a blueberry jam or compote. Coffee cake needs to be taken off the menu. Atmosphere was strange I guess they were going for a bohemian eclectic look . Overall worth a stop especially if your looking for a late night meal that’s not a burger or taco I believe they stay open till 2am

Tried this place on a date night. We had a reservation set up before hand. When we got there we basically got in right away. Our waiter was super nice. Dry humor and all the personality. I ended up getting Lyres spritz non-alcoholic drink which I enjoyed! My fiancé got Zero proof Hugo and enjoyed it. We ordered the following to share: Yucca fries, pretty good. Prosciutto and manchego crustini: really tasty. Green beans: something I felt I could have made at home. Chicken lettuce wraps: pretty good. Overall was pleased with this place. Happy hour was from 3-6pm.

+3

Great food, perfect spot for a quick bite. The portions tho are relatively small, so the orders tend to stack up quickly , and most of the tables are quite small. We unfortunately had our server missing stuff from our order and the cutlery was dirty for a few of our party. Other than that overall great tapas restaurant

I have visited this establishment many times over the last several years, and today was the first time I left disappointed. This was during their buffet-style brunch, which they have brought back from pre-COVID days. While I understand there is a lot of pressure on the staff to move food out quickly during brunch service, the quality and presentation truly shine more in the family-style format. That is what made us fall in love with Santiago’s Bodega in the first place. The buffet setup takes away from that elevated experience. Additionally, the space is simply too small for a buffet. With guests constantly walking back and forth between tables, staff, and other patrons, it feels crowded and disrupts the flow of the dining experience. I do want to highlight that our server—whose name I unfortunately forgot—was absolutely wonderful. She mentioned she has been with the restaurant for 11 years, and it truly showed in her professionalism, warmth, and attentiveness. The service itself was excellent. I respectfully ask that management consider returning to family-style service, especially for brunch. It better suits the size of the establishment and allows the food’s quality and presentation to stand out the way it deserves.

Mariana Hernandez

En nuestra segunda vez en Santiago’s, nos gusta el estilo español del lugar y las tapas. Esta vez escogimos the meatballs, Dates, pinchos de pollo, croquetas y una tabla de queso que estuvo rica, pero faltó más ya que las porciones fueron realmente pequeñas. Los tragos divinos!

Alejandro Landa

Servicio: Bueno Ambiente: Agradable. Comida: Normal Lo malo: El ambiente y el concepto son españoles pero poca selección española en cuanto a comida. Te venden chorizo pero te dan algún tipo de salchicha distinta a chorizo. Las patatas bravas ni cercanas a unas españolas. Un sitio agradable para compartir unas copas con amigos/familia pero no la mejor elección para comer o picar.

Dinner was a bitter disappointment. Atmosphere: My family and I went to this spot for Valentine’s Day and it was a great vibe with romance, moderate volume, overall it was great. Service: The host and waitress were both great, super nice and friendly. What was disappointing was the wait time on the tapas, took about 30 minutes for most of the food to come, thankfully our server at least provided us with a tapa on the house while we waited. Drinks: I ordered a coconut mojito which was okay, better than other places but had better as well. I also ordered a red sangria which was also alright, nothing special, just ordinary. Food: The food was just average overall, I thought it would be better. The chicken skewers was missing that grilled texture, it definitely could’ve been more cooked or grilled. The Croquettas and Brussels Sprouts were okay as well, just a pain and simple tapa, was good with the sauce. The hanger steak was the worst out of all the tapas tonight, overpriced for a unvalued tapa, lacked flavor overall. I highly recommend trying the beef tenderloin, probably the best tapa tonight even though the price was a bit too high just for a filet. For dessert, we had a bread pudding which was delicious, ice was a little underwhelming since it was slightly frozen so that was a disappointment. Verdict: Been to a few tapas restaurants in my life and unfortunately this was the worst one yet for dinner. The wait time for food, average food and drinks is what brings the 3/5 ratings for me, definitely expected more.

+5

This Was one of my favorite brunch spots, went there with the family for Father's day, what a disappointment. They no longer have a buffet, no more all you can eat crab legs, no more omelet station or carving station. Waited for ever for our drinks and food. The servers were definitely trying there best. But they were so understaffed. Everything was good but nothing was very impressive. I felt very disappointed. Miss the way it was before. Not going back.

+3

Service is amazing, but the price for what you get is steep. Spicy Shrimp Bisque is $9.00. Shrimp and Chorizo is $11 and the flourless chocolate cake is $9. There are better and cheaper options in this area. I understand you pay for the experience, but it’s just not enough.

They changed their menu and now the brunch is a buffet. We used to come here all the time because the quality of the food was always amazing! Unfortunately I can not say the same about our visit this time, most of our food was cold and didn’t taste as good as it did before. Really hope it changes back to how it was. The waitress was very friendly as usual no complaints there.

A very nicely layed out restaurant with indoor dining in their eclectic bar room with ample nooks or outside on the porch. This is hit or miss tapas style dining and there were both when I visited. The Trio with roasted red pepper hummus and black olive tapenade was excellent. The Beef Short Ribs were very tasty and the Chocolate Crepes were very good. The Mushroom Pastry, Yellow Fin Tuna Ceviche and Saganaki were all uninspired. The PEI Mussels were shriveled from over cooking. The special Carrot Cake offered was dry from over baking, and not enjoyed. The bar service had some difficulties with simple orders. Table service was great. Taste *** Quality/Freshness *** Presentation/Uniqueness *** Service ** Atmosphere **** Bar ** Cleanliness *** Value ***

+6

Everything great, until, charging your guest a fee for using a credit card???? Really? This should be covered on the restaurant expenses. This charges is why people chooses to go to chain restaurants instead. Im charged to go and pay at your restaurant… do better

I had a girlfriend in town and wanted to have a good Sunday brunch experience to celebrate the holidays together. I was shocked to find they have turned it into a buffet line, rather than small plates made to order like it used to be. Almost everything on the buffet from eggs, bacon, waffles, tortillas, shrimp and chicken were completely cold. The eggs literally felt like cafeteria food. The only hot food was the grits. The bacon was good, although cold. The biscuits were completely burned. None of the food was fresh and had obviously been sitting for a long time. Not at all the experience we expected. We ordered the steak to the table and it had such a heavy smoke flavor, none of us could eat it. The fried eggs with the steak were so awful tasting- like literally a foul flavor- we could not eat them at all. It was very disappointing for a $50/head. I’d rather have a sit down menu experience tha cold food that tastes like a cafeteria line. This is an epic fail for Santiago Bodegas which has such an high reputation. I was expecting the food experience Ive had previously here for brunch. The crab legs and mimosas were good and probably the only reason to justify the price, except I don’t eat crab legs and I had one mimosa. The made to order French toast and avocado toast were also good. In my opinion, it was a terrible idea to change the brunch format and I would not come back. Cafe Tutu Tango is much better quality food and everything that hits the table is hot and delicious. Happy to pay for my mimosas and get good food. Our server was excellent though.

I used to love coming here for brunch years ago but popped in today and they have switched over to all you can eat style. The hashbrowns and prime rib came out just barely warm. The server forgot my drink (and later the syrup) for 15 minutes (which ended up being fine because it was one of the worst sangria's I've ever had.) The kale salad was adequate. I was joking that the peel and eat shrimp could have been "fresh from Walmart." All that being said, credit where credit is due, the sweet carby dishes were quite nice. I really enjoyed the French toast and toffee cake. Since Google asks about the atmosphere, we got stuck next to some really loud drunk ratchet ladies and that was not at all the vibe we were hoping for but certainly no fault of Santiago's. I'd go back for dinner but will say no thank you to brunch there in the future.

We were loyal regulars at Santiago’s for brunch, until now. We loved (previously), how it was tapas style and they would bring it out to you hot and fresh. Now, they’ve switched it to buffet, so it’s not so fresh and frankly feels more like a hotel breakfast buffet style. Food is okay. There was nothing like the peel and eat shrimp before (which is now gone). They do have crab legs now, personally we preferred the peel and eat shrimp. The drinks and service are good as always. I’m not sure now that we will be back based on the new concept/style. We make pretty good breakfast tacos at home, which is what they give you the ingredients to do here on the buffet. The tapas concept before was nice because it felt like more of an elegant experience that you were paying for and got your moneys worth. We also noticed that it was nowhere as close to as busy as it used to be, not sure if that’s because of the new style or time of year. Would love if they changed it back, but companies are trying to cut costs and this is one way of doing it.

I came here a couple weeks ago for my partners birthday as this has been our favorite brunch place for years. What a disappointment. They neglected to tell me when I made the reservation that they recently changed their brunch to “buffet style”. For being one of the more expenseive brunch’s in Orlando I was honestly so disappointed with the quality of the food and the changes made. They took away many of the staples from their menu, and most of the food was either cold or hardened by the time i put it on my plate. On top of it, our server kept forgetting to bring out the few menu items they do “bring to the table” and when I reminded her, she got an attitude with me. for the rest of brunch she proceeded to bring everyone fresh glasses of sangria and mimosas, but for mine she brought out a separate pitcher of premixed Sangria and refilled my same glass over and over until it was completely full of ice and probably 3 sips of actual drink 🙃. Worst experience ever, will not be coming back, and I felt awful for making our friends pay $50 pp to be treated to basically a crappy hotel buffet. I used to be the biggest fan of Santiago’s brunch, but if you value your money and are expecting what it used to be? steer clear.

Cool vibe and it’s open late. The food came out fast, but otherwise a super disappointing experience. Waitress was unprofessional and snappy when asked about ingredients…she made it a point of telling us she had four other tables to take care of, then acted fake-nice the rest of the time. She also took our wine order midway through the meal, so the sangria didn’t arrive until the end and was the most flavorless, watery sangria we have ever tasted. We sent back the Brussels sprouts for being cold and tasteless, but they still appeared on our check, with no apology. Patatas Bravas were doused in an overly salty caper-tomato sauce. Goat Cheese Dates were the tiny cheap Deglet dates wrapped in stale, salty ham. Short Ribs could’ve been great, but were bottom of the pot, unbearably salty. Mushroom Truffle Flatbread and Shrimp & Chorizo was the only dish that was just okay. Horrible food, bad service, cheap wannabe “tapas,” and the worst, flavorless sangria. Ended up with a stomach ache from old food.

Wow.. just left santiagos.. and i cannot believe how horrible brunch was.. this new buffet concept is the worst thing they could have done.. food is extremely basic.. they are no longer personalizing the meals.. service was very below average.. i felt like i was at golden coral, yet being charged like im not. Very very disappointed , felt cheap and felt very low budget. Will not be back or recommend anyone to go here while its still being run this way. We dont go to places like santiagos to grab our own food like were at a ceces or a another low budget buffet.. we go to santiagos for A QUALITY EXPERIENCE. not what we just experienced. I dont know if its new management, or what.. but everything felt different, and it was all bad.

Definitely a beautiful place to dine. The better menu is during their brunch hours. Asked Clint about it since everything we were asking for was unavailable. They play a mix of music which is nice. Would we return probably not unless there’s an event happening or if we catch them for brunch but it’s a cute place for appetizers. Waiter gave himself an unauthorized 20$ tip ;; manager was nonchalant.. called bank and disputed !

Disappointing Experience at Santiago’s Bodega From the outside, Santiago’s Bodega appeared to be an elegant and inviting restaurant — the kind of place that promised a refined dining experience. Unfortunately, what followed was quite the opposite. Our experience was deeply disappointing and, quite honestly, frustrating. The food was overwhelmingly salty. The ceviche was nearly inedible due to excessive salt, and the catfish dish suffered the same fate. The cocktails were another letdown — bland, unimaginative, and lacking the complexity you’d expect from a place that presents itself with such sophistication. However, what truly ruined the experience was the service. One of the servers, John Henry, was clearly under the influence of some substance. He struggled to hold a conversation, couldn’t stay focused long enough to take our order properly, and at times seemed like he might fall asleep standing. It was extremely uncomfortable and unprofessional. Even more concerning was his lack of basic menu knowledge — a server should at least be familiar with the ingredients of the dishes they’re serving. John Henry couldn’t answer the simplest questions, which only added to the overall confusion at our table. On a more positive note, Madi did her best to make up for the chaos caused by him colleague. She was attentive, kind, and tried to salvage what he could of the evening — and that effort deserves recognition. Final rating: 1 out of 5 stars. Unfortunately, the food, drinks, and lack of professional service overshadowed the atmosphere and potential of this place. I truly hope management addresses these serious issues — especially for the sake of future guests and the hardworking staff like Madi who are trying to do things right.