Soco Restaurant

Name: Soco Restaurant
Address: 629 East Central Blvd, Orlando, FL, United States, 32801
Telephone: (407) 849-1800
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.9

4.9 (2235)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

629 East Central Blvd, Orlando, FL 32801

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Great for brunch

Soco Restaurant features Southern Contemporary Cuisine with a progressive culinary approach under the direction of award-winning Executive Chef/Partner Greg Richie. The restaurant offers genuine southern hospitality in a warm and welcoming environment. Our team is dedicated to overall excellence and cultivating Downtown Orlando as a dining destination.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Contemporary Southern, Southern
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat 10:30 am–3:00 pm Sun 10:30 am–4:30 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(407) 849-1800
Website
http://www.socothorntonpark.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Greg Richie
Private party facilities
True southern hospitality is in the details, and we handle them all for you. Our semi-private dining room accommodates up to 22 guests and is perfect location for your cocktail party or sit-down dinner. We also have a variety of other group dining and special event options.Contact Karen Jemison at Karen@socothorntonpark.com or call 407-849-1800.

Location
629 East Central Blvd, Orlando, FL 32801
Neighborhood
Downtown Orlando
Cross street
Summerlin Avenue / Central Blvd
Parking details
The parking garage for Soco Restaurant is located at Thornton Park Central. The parking entrances is located at the west side of the building, on North Eola Drive and on the north side on Jefferson Street. Nominal fees may apply.
Public transit
Soco Restaurant is located on the Lynx Lymmo Grapefruit Line at the Central Boulevard and Summerlin Avenue stop.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Sorghum Cured Salmon and Everything "Bagel" Biscuit$10.00
Avocado, Cream Cheese Chive Butter, Heirloom Tomato-Caper Salad
Slow Roasted Barbecue-Glazed Pork Belly Biscuits$8.00
Jalepeño Jelly, Chow-Chow
Home Made "Pop-Tart" Pastries$8.00
Soco-Style "Chicken and Dumplings"$12.00
Chicken Breast, Lobster Dumplings, Local Mushrooms, Edamame, Soy Butter
Lake Meadow Naturals Deviled Eggs$7.00
Horseradish, Smoked Bacon, Pickled Mustard Seeds
Home Style Skillet Hash Browns$7.00
Meatloaf Ends, Fried Egg, Sausage Gravy

Garden

Plant City Strawberries, Almond, and Arugula Salad$9.00
Goat Cheese Feta, Nasturium, Pickled Onion, Balsamic Chili Vinaigrette
Soco Wedge Salad$12.00
Iceburg Lettuce, Fried Pork Belly, Avocado, Candied Pumpkin Seeds, Caramelized Onion-Blue Cheese Dressing
Baby Romaine Lettuce with Soft Fried Egg$11.00
Apple-Smoked Bacon, English Muffin Croutons, Lemon Parmesan Emulsion

Main

Chicken -n- French Toast$15.00
Maple Sorghum Butter, Almond Granola, Pink Peppercorn Whipped Cream
Avocado Toast$13.00
Poached Egg, Bacon, Goat Cheese, Tomatoes, Radish
Fresh Buttermilk Biscuits and Gravy with Crispy Pork Belly$12.00
Smoked Vidalia Onion Andouille Sausage Gravy
The BEG Plate$12.00
Apple Smoked Bacon, Two Farm Fresh Eggs and Anson Mills Grits
Brunch Burger$15.00
Pimento Cheese, Sunny-Side Egg, Bacon, Crispy Onion Rings
Steak and Eggs$36.00
12 oz Prime Ribeye, Two Eggs Your Way, Your Choice Of Garlic Mashed Potatoes Or Cheesy Grits
"Southern Style" Eggs Benedict$16.00
Buttermilk Biscuits, Fried Green Tomato, Benton's Country Ham, Creole Hollandaise
"Bacon, Egg and Cheese" Shrimp and Grits$15.00
Fried Egg, Tomato Butter
Salmon Potato Cakes$15.00
Poached Eggs, Watercress, Caper Butter Sauce
Fried Chicken Biscuit Sandwich$12.00
Fried Egg, Cheddar Cheese, Bacon with Pickled Okra Salad

Side

Buttermilk Biscuits (Four)$7.50
Apple-Smoked Bacon$6.00
Two Farm Fresh Eggs$4.00
Macaroni, Bacon and Three-Cheese Cassoulet$7.00
Fried Green Tomatoes$7.00
Horseradish Remoulade, Crispy Bentons Country Ham

Sparkling Wines

The Diver - Brut Rosé, Sparkling Rosé, California, NV$8.00
Cala Nera Prosecco DOC, Italy, NV$9.00
Creador Cava Brut, Castellvi de la Marca, Spain, NV$9.00
Taittinger Domaine Carneros, Napa Valley, California, 2014$87.00
Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label, Champagne, France, NV$135.00

White

Wildblumen Riesling, Mosel River Valley, Germany, 2015$9.00
Matanzas Creek Sauvignon Blanc, Sonoma County, California$10.00
Lexicon Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand, 2017$11.00
Villa Loren Pinot Grigio, Delle Venezie, Italy, 2019$8.00
The Inquisitor Chenin Blanc, Western Cape, South Africa, 2017$12.00
La Fleur Solitaire Grenache Blanc Blend, Côtes du Rhône, France 2018$11.00
Ca' Montebello Pino Nero, Oltrepo Pavese, Italy, 2017$10.00
Cono Sur Bicicleta Reserva Chardonnay, Chile, 2019$9.00
Cambria Chardonnay, Santa Maria Valley, California, 2017$12.00
Bosehendal "Rose Garden" Rosé, Western Cape, South Africa, 2018$10.00

Red

Carson Scott Pinot Noir, Sonoma County, California, 2014$9.00
Hahn S.L.H. Pinot Noir, Santa Lucia Highlands, Califronia 2018$12.00
Peirano Estate "Six Clones" Merlot, Lodi, California, 2014$10.00
Immortal "Old Vine" Zinfandel, Sierra Foothills, California, 2015$12.00
Black Station Cabernet Sauvignon, Yolo County, California, 2015$8.00
El Coto Crianza Tempranillo, Rioja, Spain, 2015$9.00

Brunch Cocktails

Bottomless Mimosa$15.00
Sparkling Wine, Choice of Juice (with purchase of entree)
Strawberry Fields$11.00
Strawberry Infused Wheatley Vodka, Vanilla Simple, Lemon, Basil
Early-Bird Old Fashioned$11.00
Knob Creek Smoked-Maple, Grilled Orange Sweetner, Black Walnut Bitters, Apple Smoked Bacon
Bloody Mary$7.00
Wheatley Vodka, Soco Signature Mix
Gin & Juice$11.00
Citadelle Gin, House Grenadine, Grapefruit Bitters, Orange, San Pellegrino Limonata
Lemonade and Bubbles$8.00
Citrus Infused Vodka, Lillet, Lemon, Sparkling Wine
Kentucky Cooler$8.00
Kentucky Bourbon, Borghetti Espresso Liqueur, Iced Coffee, Buffalo Trace Cream
Peach Palmer$8.00
Sweet Tea Vodka, Peach Schnapps, Lemon
Aperol Spritz$10.00
Luca Paretti Prosecco, Orange, Aperol, Soda
The Sparkler$11.00
Duke Bourbon, Aperol, Lemon, Simple Syrup, Sparkling Wine

Coffee

Soco Cold Brew Coffee$6.00
Choice of House-made Creamers
Hot Coffee$3.00
Artisan Coffee from Panther Coffee
Brown Bomber$5.00
Hard Vanilla Latte 5.0% abv

Craft Beer

Mighty Swell Peach 5.0% ABV$5.00
Mighty Swell Watermelon Mint 5.0% ABV$5.00
Bells Official Hazy IPA 6.4% ABV$6.00
Stella Artois Pilsner 4.8% ABV$6.00
81 Bay Lightning Lager 4.5% ABV$5.00
Maeloc Pineapple-Pear Hard Cider 4.5% ABV$6.00
81 Bay Brewing Reel Slo Irish Red 4.5% ABV$6.00
Kentucky Bourbon Barrel Ale 8.2% ABV$8.00
Krombacher Pilsner 4.8% ABV$6.00
Barrel of Monks "The Wizard" Wit 5.5% ABV$6.00
Sailfish Brewing Sunrise City IPA 7.0% ABV$6.00
MIA Tourist Trappe Tripel 10.0% ABV$6.00
Sam Smith Chocolate Stout 5.0% ABV$8.00

What 2,235 people are saying

Soco Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.7Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Soco Restaurant, a beloved Orlando staple, is celebrated for its "outstanding" brunch and dinner offerings. Diners rave about the "amazing" chicken and dumplings, "delicious" shrimp and grits, and "fabulous" banana pudding. Chef Greg's artistry, combined with "great service" and a "cozy" atmosphere, makes Soco a cherished dining destination.

2,235 Reviews

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Sarah
Orlando / Central Florida East3 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Me and my daughter went to Soco on its last day in business and had a delicious brunch. I had a Bloody Mary and she had a Virgin Mary, and we ordered three or four dishes that we shared. We had a lovely time and lamented the loss of this downtown classic. 🥺🥺🥺
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Bithja
Orlando / Central Florida East11 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Bithja with Offline - What did we love about SoCo? Everything. The shrimp and Grits were expertly breaded and seasoned well. The star was the chicken and dumplings, velvety smooth and the cilantro was an unexpected hit. We ended with apple bread pudding from the Gods. A wonderful palate cleanser to end a fine meal. I'm sure Geri will land on her feet soon, as she is phenomenal. Hate that our first night was their last... we wish them continued success in future endeavors.
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Susan
Orlando / Central Florida East1 review
5.0
Dined on May 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Third time there in the last 3 months....and each time did not disappoint. So sad that they are closing. It was jam packed last night Thank you for amazing meals and service. You will be missed
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Shaquwanda VIP
Washington, D.C. Area20 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had brunch and the food was DELICIOUS. The bacon flight was amazing as well as the French toast and chicken. Service was great.
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Meredyth
Orlando / Central Florida East1 review
5.0
Dined on May 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best place in orlando! So sad it’s closing! Chef Greg is a true artist!
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Susan VIP
Orlando / Central Florida East32 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I JUST discovered SOCO this year and am super sad to see it "has done its time". WOW, such a fantastic spot, staff and Chef. I hope they will stay in Orlando and I hope to continue to dine at the next restaurant Chef Craig has the pleasure of crafting his art.
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omar
Orlando / Central Florida East32 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Second time I go and they never disappoint. The brunch is outstanding and delicious.
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Ron
Orlando / Central Florida East1 review
5.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Delicious brunch for Mother's Day. The fried chicken and French toast was outstanding.
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Kristy
Orlando / Central Florida East2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Mother’s Day was amazing! Service was amazing. Pop tarts were out of this world.
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Juan
Orlando / Central Florida East2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As always the food was inspired and the service was very good. Highly recommend.
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FAQs

Soco Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (407) 849-1800.

Soco Restaurant is rated 4.9 stars by 2235 OpenTable diners.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

629 East Central Blvd, Orlando, FL 32801

Additional information

Cross street
Summerlin Avenue / Central Blvd
Neighborhood
Downtown Orlando
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat 10:30 am–3:00 pm Sun 10:30 am–4:30 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Contemporary Southern, Southern
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
The parking garage for Soco Restaurant is located at Thornton Park Central. The parking entrances is located at the west side of the building, on North Eola Drive and on the north side on Jefferson Street. Nominal fees may apply.
Public transit
Soco Restaurant is located on the Lynx Lymmo Grapefruit Line at the Central Boulevard and Summerlin Avenue stop.
Payment options
AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Greg Richie
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.socothorntonpark.com/
Phone number
(407) 849-1800
Private party facilities
True southern hospitality is in the details, and we handle them all for you. Our semi-private dining room accommodates up to 22 guests and is perfect location for your cocktail party or sit-down dinner. We also have a variety of other group dining and special event options.Contact Karen Jemison at Karen@socothorntonpark.com or call 407-849-1800.

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Soco Restaurant

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Small Plate

Sorghum Cured Salmon and Everything "Bagel" Biscuit$10.00

Slow Roasted Barbecue-Glazed Pork Belly Biscuits$8.00

Home Made "Pop-Tart" Pastries$8.00

Soco-Style "Chicken and Dumplings"$12.00

Lake Meadow Naturals Deviled Eggs$7.00

Home Style Skillet Hash Browns$7.00

Garden

Plant City Strawberries, Almond, and Arugula Salad$9.00

Soco Wedge Salad$12.00

Baby Romaine Lettuce with Soft Fried Egg$11.00

Main

Chicken -n- French Toast$15.00

Avocado Toast$13.00

Fresh Buttermilk Biscuits and Gravy with Crispy Pork Belly$12.00

The BEG Plate$12.00

Brunch Burger$15.00

Steak and Eggs$36.00

"Southern Style" Eggs Benedict$16.00

"Bacon, Egg and Cheese" Shrimp and Grits$15.00

Salmon Potato Cakes$15.00

Fried Chicken Biscuit Sandwich$12.00

Side

Buttermilk Biscuits (Four)$7.50

Apple-Smoked Bacon$6.00

Two Farm Fresh Eggs$4.00

Macaroni, Bacon and Three-Cheese Cassoulet$7.00

Fried Green Tomatoes$7.00

Sparkling Wines

The Diver - Brut Rosé, Sparkling Rosé, California, NV$8.00

Cala Nera Prosecco DOC, Italy, NV$9.00

Creador Cava Brut, Castellvi de la Marca, Spain, NV$9.00

Taittinger Domaine Carneros, Napa Valley, California, 2014$87.00

Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label, Champagne, France, NV$135.00

White

Wildblumen Riesling, Mosel River Valley, Germany, 2015$9.00

Matanzas Creek Sauvignon Blanc, Sonoma County, California$10.00

Lexicon Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand, 2017$11.00

Villa Loren Pinot Grigio, Delle Venezie, Italy, 2019$8.00

The Inquisitor Chenin Blanc, Western Cape, South Africa, 2017$12.00

La Fleur Solitaire Grenache Blanc Blend, Côtes du Rhône, France 2018$11.00

Ca' Montebello Pino Nero, Oltrepo Pavese, Italy, 2017$10.00

Cono Sur Bicicleta Reserva Chardonnay, Chile, 2019$9.00

Cambria Chardonnay, Santa Maria Valley, California, 2017$12.00

Bosehendal "Rose Garden" Rosé, Western Cape, South Africa, 2018$10.00

Red

Carson Scott Pinot Noir, Sonoma County, California, 2014$9.00

Hahn S.L.H. Pinot Noir, Santa Lucia Highlands, Califronia 2018$12.00

Peirano Estate "Six Clones" Merlot, Lodi, California, 2014$10.00

Immortal "Old Vine" Zinfandel, Sierra Foothills, California, 2015$12.00

Black Station Cabernet Sauvignon, Yolo County, California, 2015$8.00

El Coto Crianza Tempranillo, Rioja, Spain, 2015$9.00

Brunch Cocktails

Bottomless Mimosa$15.00

Strawberry Fields$11.00

Early-Bird Old Fashioned$11.00

Bloody Mary$7.00

Gin & Juice$11.00

Lemonade and Bubbles$8.00

Kentucky Cooler$8.00

Peach Palmer$8.00

Aperol Spritz$10.00

The Sparkler$11.00

Coffee

Soco Cold Brew Coffee$6.00

Hot Coffee$3.00

Brown Bomber$5.00

Craft Beer

Mighty Swell Peach 5.0% ABV$5.00

Mighty Swell Watermelon Mint 5.0% ABV$5.00

Bells Official Hazy IPA 6.4% ABV$6.00

Stella Artois Pilsner 4.8% ABV$6.00

81 Bay Lightning Lager 4.5% ABV$5.00

Maeloc Pineapple-Pear Hard Cider 4.5% ABV$6.00