Kissimmee, Florida’s Hispanic Flavor
By Dory Adler (Posted July 4, 2026)
Some 18 miles south of Orlando in Central Florida, Kissimmee is a feast of Latin foods. To fully appreciate the Hispanic cuisine and Latino heritage in Osceola County, the city launched a Latin Culinary Trail.
The experience includes 40 restaurants, a mixture of restaurants, cafés, food trucks and bars that promote a strong culinary scene.
“With more than 55% of Osceola County identifying as Hispanic or Latino, our community’s culture and cuisine are central to the Kissimmee experience,” said DT Minich, CEO of Experience Kissimmee. “Partnering with Atlas Obscura allows us to shine a spotlight on these traditions, showcasing hidden gems and culinary destinations that tell a larger story.”
Some featured locations include:
Food Trucks Heaven - A vibrant food truck park on US-192.
Susana’s Cafe - Housed in a charming historic downtown, the café serves dishes from across Latin America and celebrates Costa Rican coffee culture.
El Cilantrillo - A family-owned restaurant known for its authentic Puerto Rican dishes.
La Mexicana Restaurant - A women-owned Mexican restaurant/grocery store serving classic Mexican cuisine.
Perico Ripiao Latin Food - A Caribbean restaurant offering classic Dominican food.
Sabor Brazil – Storefront eatery selling natural and organic ingredients and groceries.
Pa’ Paraguana – More than 59 varieties of Venezuelan empanadas
Daddy Ninja – Sushi bar remixed with flavors and ingredients from the Dominican Republic.
Sajoma Latin Fushion – A pan-Latin restaurant serving inventive cocktails and trad dishes with a twist.
Chimiking Restaurant – Serves a mixture of flavors from Dominican and Puerto Rican cuisine.
A selection from La Mexicana.
“Opening Susana’s Café was about preserving a piece of Kissimmee history and sharing the richness of Latin flavors with our community. We do everything with love — every cup, every dish is made to slow down, savor, and celebrate the culture we cherish,” said Susana Martinez, owner of Susana’s Cafe.
For more information:experiencekissimmee.com