Once upon a time, Orlando boomed with a bounty of orange groves. And to ship the citrus fruit therein, multiple massive packing houses packaged up the oranges and shipped them across the country. Although such places are rare today, the Packing District in Orlando honors these roots. Here you'll find The Great Southern Box Company food hall.
Whether you’re going out for a date night, a girls’ night, or a solo night, you’ll find fun events, great food options, and a welcoming atmosphere at the Great Southern Box Company. Come along for a trip to the food hall. You can dress up or wear your comfiest clothes. Just bring your appetite and curiosity!
The Space
Established in 1938, the Great Southern Box Company building was originally a citrus packing house, constructed by the Dr. P. Phillips Company. The 13,000-square-foot space was repurposed and opened as a food hall in the Packing District in May 2024, now serving as an event space as well. It looks like it opened yesterday with how clean it is inside and out!
Things to Do at the Great Southern Box Company
If you want to attend a creative workshop, make new friends, or stay active, weekly events are going on here almost every day. Previous events include puppy yoga, bachata classes, Bible studies, Pilates, friendship bracelet-making, finances and facials, and family movie night.
Events are hosted in various parts of the hall, including the main hall, a private event room, and the grand lawn/patio. Plus, you can bring your pup — the patio is pet-friendly!
For an updated list of events, check out the website or Instagram.
Food & Drink Options
You'll find plenty of cuisines to choose from, including Thai, Jamaican, Cuban, Mediterranean, and more. Whether you’re looking to try something new or you want to grab a comfort cup of coffee, the food hall is filled with local businesses. Plus, there's a water station near the entrance where you can fill up a cup with ice-cold water.
If you've been to the Kissimmee area, you might recognize Café Barista. The local shop serves up coffee and sweet treats at its downtown Kissimmee location, another location between Kissimmee and Saint Cloud, and now in the Packing District.
For specialty drinks, 28 Groves bar livens things up at the heart of the hall, serving cocktails, wine, beer, sparkling beverages, and nonalcoholic beverages.
There’s also a sports bar connected to the hall, Walter’s Tavern, which hosts game watch parties, trivia, and Live Music Fridays. The sports bar is open Wednesday & Thursday from 4pm – 12am, and Friday & Saturday from 11am – 12am., closed on Monday & Tuesday.
Here’s a list of the current food and drink options at the food hall:
- 28 Groves
- A Lo Cubano Kitchen
- Antica Pizzeria
- Bangkok Style Thai Food
- Braza
- Café Barista
- Eighty Twenty
- Fui Yo
- Kabab 2 Go
- Kayos Jamaican Grill
- Koa Sushi & Poke
- Waffle Sandwich Bar
- Walter’s Tavern
Something to keep in mind when ordering at the food hall: you'll provide your phone number and receive a text message when your order is ready for pickup at the counter. This could be a good system during busier times, but it's also something to adjust to.
Happy Hour & Specials
Enjoy lunch and happy hour specials every week. $12 lunch specials run almost every weekday while happy hour usually takes place on Tuesdays from 3pm – 6pm, and Wednesdays – Fridays from 3pm – 7pm. Plus, members of the hospitality staff can celebrate Industry Night on Tuesdays with BOGO draft beer and house wine.
The Great Southern Box Company also serves brunch from 11am – 3pm with $10 Bliss Mimosas and $40 Espresso Martini Towers. Check the website for updated specials and happy hour offerings.
Some of the ticketed events hosted at the Great Southern Box Company will also provide you with a drink ticket, so you can try something from 28 Groves.
Parking
Thankfully, parking is a breeze with a free parking garage across from the food hall entrance. When you walk out of the parking garage, you’ll see a sign with a calendar of events for the month, and then step onto the patio where you can sit down and relax at covered benches and tables, lounge in a lawn chair, or play a game on the lawn.
At night, the stringed lights illuminate the lawn, making it a nice spot to slow down, catch the sunset, and enjoy good conversations.
The Great Southern Box Company Food Hall & Bar
2105 N Orange Blossom Trl
Orlando, FL 32804
Hours
Monday: Closed
Tuesday-Thursday: 11am-8pm
Friday-Saturday: 11am-10pm
Sunday: 11am-8pm
https://greatsouthernboxco.com/
