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Frontera Cocina

4.4
4.4
1970 Reviews
$31 to $50
Mexican
Located in Disney Springs™, Frontera Cocina is a fresh Mexican food concept by seven-time James Beard winner, Rick Bayless.

The menu features an enticing presentation of grilled meats, seafood and vegetables. Frontera Cocina will delight friends, family and food-lovers with exciting flavors and a contemporary Mexican experience.

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2 people

9:30 p.m.


Booked 37 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Mexican

  • Hours of Operation

    Lunch Fri–Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri–Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (407) 560-9197

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress Code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive Chef

    Christian Torres

  • Neighbourhood

    Lake Buena Vista

  • Parking Details

    2 parking garages available at Disney Springs

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wine

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What 1,970 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Orlando / Central Florida East

    Mexican

  • Orlando

    Mexican

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  1. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall3food1service4ambience4
    The food is not very good Mexican food for the price that you are paying. It was the absolute worst margarita to choke down. Or waitress was extremely nice and she did a great job despot how bad the food was. Overall- knowing now what I know SKIP this restaurant if you’re craving Mexican food

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall1food2service1ambience2
    The food that should have been served hot was served cold - even after second attempt. The server was no where to be seen and tables that were seated after us had been served long before we even ordered. Not an enjoyable experience and will not be returning nor recommending to friends.

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  3. JESS

    Orlando

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall1food1service4ambience2
    Honestly… the food was not great! I’m Latina.. and I’ve had better food elsewhere that is way cheaper, fresher, with great taste. The only thing I actually enjoyed was the white rice with plantains. The restaurant is really loud, can barely hear the people you are with. The avocado drink was ok. We paid way too much for the food we ate. My fiancé loves food.. he took a few bites and was done. We are usually happy about leftovers.. not so much this time. The wrong food was brought out to us, but we didn’t make it a big deal & just told the kids to eat it.. we were still charged for it. We definitely will not go back. The waiter was nice, and attentive. We did tip him nicely… he’s not the cook.. not his fault.

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  4. LindaL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I love this restaurant. We have allergies and the chef never disappoints with a delicious meal. We love the drinks also, especially when they have a special.

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  5. Tommyboy

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    Not a bad place. Pros-Ambience was great, service was spectacular and staff was extremely attentive. Cons- food was mid, portions were small and yet somehow it was still very expensive. Let me just say I miss bongos where you would get what you paid for. With so many fantastic Mexican restaurants in the area, why go here? We couldn’t find a good enough reason to return or recommend

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience5
    Food was so expensive for such small protions and small choices. Food was not the best quality either.

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  7. LukeD

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    All around slow service. The food is over priced which is normal for Disney Springs but the food is average at beet.

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  8. Diana24

    Orlando

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was incredible, whatever you choose from the menu does not disappoint. The service was great our sever was friendly and helpful to guide us on what to choose from the menu. Definitely returning back to the restaurant.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was amazing! Service was exemplary! We will definitely go back.

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  10. Lindsay

    New England

    3 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 8, 2023

    overall2food2service4ambience4
    Meat was tough for the steak and the carnitas is usually shredded but there was a lot of fatty piece

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  11. MariG

    Tampa

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience4
    The drinks were great. For meat eaters you have plenty of options but not veggie or vegan friendly. They have one meal that’s vegetarian and it’s not good. I was very disappointed. The meat eaters enjoyed their meals though.

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were meeting with the family. We love the atmosphere and music. Excellent service and food.

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  13. PaulS

    Orlando

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great experience at the restaurant. Food was awesome and service was good

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  14. BartJ

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    Food was good however the menu was very limited. Prices,as was expected, was Disney-esqe. The restaurant was so loud even before the mariachi band started playing that we couldn't carry on a conversation.

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  15. Theos

    Chicago

    65 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    65 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service was very good even though it was very busy for Cinco de Mayo.

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  16. KathleenV

    Naples

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our waiter Chris was amazing! Great drinks and great food! Will definitely go back!

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  17. DaveW

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food is always consistent and fast service is fab best bartenders in the business margarita obviously 2nd to none

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  18. SharyonN

    Orlando

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Food and service were great but the noise level inside was ear piercing. The mariachi band was way too loud. We had to move to an outside table because conversation was impossible inside.

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  19. AmyH

    Cincinnati

    3 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall3food4service5ambience3
    The menu was totally different than what I saw on Open Table. The food was good but didn’t come with any sides- was all a La carte. A little pricy considering. I got a giant pile of tasty meat, but that was it. I would have done better to get that and a few sides and have all of us share. The chicken flautas that were on the appetizer menu were delicious. I wish I had just gotten a plate of them for my lunch. We met up with family (that lives in the area) that we hadn’t seen in years. The place was very loud so it was hard to catch up. I can get better, less expensive Mexican at home so I probably wouldn’t encourage people to go there. Only for appetizers and a drink!

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 1, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    I got the tacos, and it all came on the side, and I could customize my taco, which worked well. I also had the Gin and tonic which I enjoyed!

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  21. Cmp6

    New England

    66 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    66 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Great spot for anyone with a gluten allergy. Lots of choices to pick from.

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  22. Drmstx

    Orlando

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 25, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    I would eat here again. Overall experience was positive. The flavor of the food was well balanced and the portions were good and the food came out with little delay. The price was what you would expect for a Disney adjacent restaurant but the value was better considering the quality of the food. The restaurant is aesthetically beautiful and comfortable. My only negatives were the moderate loudness (especially for 3pm) and the lack of attention from our server. Drinks sat empty for the majority of our experience.

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  23. LuciaH

    Nashville

    47 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    47 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A beautiful night out on the patio. Food and drinks were great!

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  24. FoodieMom

    Orlando

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Good food and great service. Especially for a theme park restaurant. My margarita was very good, made from quality ingredients. We will be back.

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  25. Perfection

    New England

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a great evening. The atmosphere was lovely, the food and service was terrific. The Classic and jalapeño margaritas were spot on. Our meals were excellent. Would definitely go back.

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  26. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing Mexican Cuisine! One what’s the best restaurants in Disney springs

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  27. ElizabethL

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 12, 2023

    overall2food3service1ambience2
    Food was good . Service / waitstaff not so much . We had to ask for cutlery and napkins after the food arrived . Appetizer came just before main meal . So not much room on the table .

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  28. Fitfoodie10

    Atlantic City

    16 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on April 12, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience3
    Ate dinner here with my family. We really enjoyed the guacamole and the salsa. The drinks were delicious. I also had the most delicious piece of mahi mahi here. The food is a bit expensive but it is located in Disney Springs so it makes sense. I recommend you try this place!

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food & atmosphere Margaritas are a must!!!!

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  30. mariannet

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall1food1service2ambience4
    Food was very salty, almost to the point of being inedible. Portions were very small for the price- you can barely make one steak taco with the portion given. Margaritas are all mix with no alcohol.

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  31. MichaelL

    Columbus

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Could not accommodate a party of 9 but, did put us side by side which scored high marks. Service was outstanding but food selection a little limited. Hot, spicy food is their specialty.

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  32. KimH

    Staffordshire

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great location. Ate on the deck outside as it was warm day. It has a lovely view over the water. The food is excellent. The service was fantastic. I would definitely dine here again.

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  33. Nicoleg

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Frontera Cucina never disappoints! Food was delicious and our waiter was fantastic.

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  34. Shari

    New Orleans

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 5, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience5
    The food was very tasty. I had the enchilada suiza. The portion of 2 enchiladas with no sides was 26 dollars. Very overpriced. My husband had a salad with chicken for 21 dollars.

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  35. SusanS

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service were excellent- we’ve already made a reservation to come back.

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  36. CeciHox

    Orlando

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience3
    Order the carne asada over any meal to make your visit worth it and ask for habanero “back of the house” salsa. Ask to be seated on the back not the front and on a table not a booth. The corn old fashion is probably the best thing they have in the entire menu alone with the mole. Carne asada plate is good only because the size and the cut.

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  37. RICHARDM

    Orlando

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience4
    Food was decent. After 4 tacos and 2 beers at $50 though. Adds up quickly.

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  38. LMK1997

    Charleston

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Food was great, server was fun! The only downside was there was a table that was next to us, and it was so close that I felt like they were eating with us.

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  39. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    On vacation in Orlando during Spring Break ‘23 and stopped at Disney Springs. LOVE open table! We searched for a restaurant near us with availability and this restaurant came up its soooo incredibly easy to book a table and saves a ton of time not showing up to the restaurant to only hear they are on a wait and it’s reservations only!! I wish all restaurants were on OpenTable! Okay enough about OpenTable. This Frontera restaurant is really great. The min you walk in the atmosphere sets the tone, you are in a fun place. The decor is bright, modern and really cool. There are tons of people and the energy us high, but it does come with a lot of noise! That’s the one drawback. Unless you want to go with someone you really don’t want to talk to, this is a loud restaurant and that made it uncomfortable. I also hate sitting like shoulder to shoulder with the table next to us. But how was the food? GOOD! Okay, this is the BEST guacamole and chips I have ever had. It is fantastic, we’ll worth it as an appetizer I had the tinga tacos which were okay, tasty. A lot to eat and all the right sides to accompany the tacos. We ordered the special dessert they have for their anniversary called the Pignata. It’s a hallowed out chocolate pig that’s filled with cake and whip cream and crackers. They give you a little wood mallet but you can’t break it with that. Luckily it was 2 chocolate shells you could just split apart. That was okay. It was kind of expensive and the taste of it got a little chaotic with cake, whip cream, crackers, chocolate, some orange crunchy things. We couldn’t eat more than 1/3 of it. But overall a good meal. The service was great! Our waiter had been working there for 6 years and was really personable, knowledgeable, FAST, attentive and truly fantastic! I’d go back again and recommend it to others- really good experience.

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  40. OpenTable Diner

    Hawaii

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 31, 2023

    overall2food3service2ambience5
    Server Jaime was nice but very forgetful. Food was ok. It took forever to get our entrees. My mole looked liked it was sitting on a hot plate for awhile. Drinks were decent. Overall ok. I’ve had better experiences here so hopefully it was just a bad night for them.

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Frontera Cocina is rated 4.4 stars by 1970 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

9:30 p.m.


Booked 37 times today
Google Map for Frontera Cocina

1604 E. Buena Vista Drive, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood

    Lake Buena Vista

  • Hours of Operation

    Lunch Fri–Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri–Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Mexican

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress Code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking Details

    2 parking garages available at Disney Springs

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive Chef

    Christian Torres

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wine

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