Orlando's homegrown coffee chain, now everywhere, but the Winter Park flagship at 1282 Orange Ave (opened 2016) is the original and doubles as their roastery. Reliable espresso, long hours (6am-9pm daily), and a solid work-friendly space. Not a hidden gem, but a genuinely local one.
Key facts
| Hours | Monday: 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM Tuesday: 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM Wednesday: 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM Thursday: 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM Friday: 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM Saturday: 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM Sunday: 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM |
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| Price | $ |
| Phone | — |
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| Nearest transit | Lynx buses on Orange Ave; SunRail's Winter Park station is a short drive. Parking is the practical option. |
| Time needed | 30-45 minutes, longer if you're posting up with a laptop |
| Best time to go | Mid-morning on a weekday, before the afternoon remote-work crowd claims the tables |
| Last verified | July 15, 2026 |
Friend Score
6.7/10- Value7.5
- iconic5.5
- Freshness9.2
- excellence6.5
- Crowd level6.5
- Authenticity7.0
- Accessibility7.0
Frequently asked questions
- Which Foxtail location is the original?
- The Winter Park store at 1282 Orange Ave, opened in 2016, is the flagship and roasting facility. It's where much of their coffee is produced. If you want the real Foxtail, start here.
- Is it worth visiting over an indie shop?
- Foxtail is consistent and convenient rather than the most artisanal option in town. If you want pure specialty coffee, Orlando has smaller roasters too. But Foxtail rarely disappoints.
- Is it a good place to work?
- The flagship has room, outlets, and wifi, so it's a reliable laptop spot. It fills up midday, so grab a table early. Evenings are quieter for focused work.
- How much does a coffee cost?
- Drinks run in the typical specialty-cafe range, a few dollars for drip up to mid-single digits for specialty lattes. It's fairly priced for the quality. Solid everyday value.
- Is Foxtail local or a chain?
- Both, it started in Orlando and grew into a large Central Florida chain with dozens of locations. It's homegrown but no longer a tiny indie shop. Locals still consider it theirs.
- Do they have good non-coffee options?
- Yes, expect a full lineup of teas, seasonal lattes, and blended drinks alongside the espresso. There's usually pastries too. It's an easy stop for a mixed group.
- Do they roast their own beans?
- Yes, the Winter Park flagship serves as their roastery, so you're drinking coffee made close to the source. You can often buy bags to take home. Ask staff about current roasts.
- What are the hours?
- The Winter Park flagship runs roughly 6am-9pm daily. The long evening hours make it useful for late work sessions. Individual locations vary, so check the one you're headed to.
Nearby in Ask Orlando
- The Courtesy BarBar0.06 km · 1 min walk
- Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American ArtMuseum1.28 km · 16 min walk
- The Ravenous PigRestaurant1.3 km · 16 min walk
- Winter Park Farmers' MarketMarket1.43 km · 18 min walk
- Winter ParkNeighborhood1.44 km · 18 min walk
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