Restaurants in Lakeland
The Best Restaurants
Scarpa's Italian Restaurant
1833 E Edgewood Dr, Lakeland, FL 33803Food was fantastic and the portions are huge--definitely recommend. Seating at 7:30 on a weeknight was tight so make a reservation to be safe. 4 stars (and not...
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Il Forno Italian Restaurant and pizzeria
3615 Florida Ave S suite 1310, Lakeland, FL 33803Just had lunch there today! Food was delicious and plentiful! Fresh breadsticks with marinara sauce and great lasagna!! Did I mention great service from a...
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Cafe Zuppina
4417 Florida Ave S, Lakeland, FL 33813I was absolutely dying to eat some good Greek food so I decided to eat here. I had an order of grape leaves and a gyro. The food also came with a side of...
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MISSION BBQ
4014 Florida Ave S, Lakeland, FL 33813We were pleasantly surprised, the good was great. The meat had a great smoke taste, the best cream corn I ever taste, and the bread pudding were too die for....
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Nineteen61
215 E Main St, Lakeland, FL 33801This is the best place for a fancy night out with your sweetheart best atmosphere for a romantic dinner, expect to pay 100$ for dinner and drinks. There are...
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Krunchy krab seafood
1142 Texas Ave, Lakeland, FL 33805My mom, aunt, and I really LOVED the snow crab platter we bought tonight. The owner was very kind and patient with us. The food is absolutely delicious. We...
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Fred's Market Restaurant
2120 Harden Blvd, Lakeland, FL 33803I'm normally not a buffet person, even pre-COVID, but this one is somewhere I'll definitely come back to. It has it all!! Southern food done well,...
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- Superb382 Reviews4.6
Harry's Seafood Bar & Grille
101 N Kentucky Ave, Lakeland, FL 33801Another first. Great dinner with friends & family. Crab cakes, salmon, shrimp scampi, delicious along with amazing cocktails & beer. Only one of us had...
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Bay Street Bistro
211 E Bay St, Lakeland, FL 33801We met another couple who live downtown and frequent Bay Street Bistro, for dinner. Cozy place with great ambiance. Lighting was just right as was the level of...
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Palace Pizza
114 S Kentucky Ave, Lakeland, FL 33801Really good pizza and garlic knots. The anti pasta salad was excellent with a good variety of items on the plate. Best thing to do for a great experience is go...
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Zarza Latin Food & Grill
4648 Cleveland Heights Blvd, Lakeland, FL 33813Once I found Zarza it was like a dream come true. I have ordered them multiple times and the food is consistently great. I have ordered the 1/4 steak special...
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New Moon Sushi
4231 Florida Ave S, Lakeland, FL 33813I am a die hard Wasabi PC fan- and sushi is one of my favorite foods! So even though I'm loyal to Wasabi here in Plant City, I decided to drive to...
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Subs 'n Such
1008 Florida Ave S, Lakeland, FL 33803I first moved to Lakeland 30+ years ago. This place has been here for over 44 years. So I remember coming here as a young man. They made the best Cheese Steak...
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- Superb148 Reviews4.8
Palace Southside
4780 Florida Ave S, Lakeland, FL 33813This is affordable and we sometimes will go there to eat, it's a great atmosphere and great Italian food! Don't forget to order the bread knots most...
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- Superb193 Reviews4.7
Divicious Deli & Coffee Shop
128 E Main St, Lakeland, FL 33801Food is hot and fresh and amazing .. the prices are awesome and the owner is so sweet this is truly one of my happy place to have breakfast it's cute and...
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- Superb187 Reviews4.7
Riverside Express Seafood
130 E Memorial Blvd, Lakeland, FL 33801One of those diamond in the rough experiences. In a somewhat older/urban neighborhood, it is not a fancy place-which was nice in itself-but the food was...
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- Superb171 Reviews4.7
LongHorn Steakhouse
3737 Lakeside Village Ct, Lakeland, FL 33803Rib eye steak was tender and tasty. Ceasar salad was fresh. French onion soup was not good, it had to much wine in it. Kinda tasted like wine was added twice....
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Smokey Bones Lakeland
3901 US Hwy 98 N, Lakeland, FL 33809Food was very good, our waitress was very helpful, kept our drinks full. There were 6 of us so they used extra wait staff to bring out our food so that we all...
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- Superb395 Reviews4.5
The Joinery
640 E Main St, Lakeland, FL 33801Made a stop for lunch on the way from Orlando to Tampa, it’s just a few minutes off the interstate and has several food vendors featuring pizza, tacos,...
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Curry Mango
6625 Florida Ave S, Lakeland, FL 33813The service was incredible. My husband and I choose this restaurant for my 1st time eating Indian Food. Everything was delicious and so very flavorful. The...
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Fish City Grill
1485 Town Center Dr Suite D112, Lakeland, FL 33803The BEST crab cake I've ever had. EVER!!! I've been here several times and had great food and mediocre food- don't bother with the grilled...
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Scream'n Tuna Sushi
270 E Bay St #2150, Lakeland, FL 33801I was diagnosed of HIV in 2022, and my Liver was bad. I saw a post about Dr.OYAKHIRE herbs that cures HIV,CANCER,HSV, FATTY LIVER, and lots more…. I...
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The Market at Cafe Zuppina | Coffee & Dessert Shop
4417 Florida Ave S, Lakeland, FL 33813Tried Café Zuppina for the first time..."WOW" was all I could say! The young lady serving us recommended the Chicken Wellington (a non-menu special)...
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Chef T's Garden Grill
1525 E Gary Rd, Lakeland, FL 33801Me and my wife dined at Chef Ts for New Year’s Eve, so glad to see it open. The food as always was amazing. We have never had a bad meal. The grouper had...
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Ling's Buffet
4320 Florida Ave S, Lakeland, FL 33813Good restaurant I had a bad experience today they allowed people with a dog in this restaurant not a service dog i don't have a problem with dogs but...
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- Superb535 Reviews4.4
Uncle Nick's Italian Deli, Bagels and Catering
6955 Old Rd 37, Lakeland, FL 33809These guys are friendly and the food is consistent. There is outdoor seating only. Lots of Italian staples from the small store. They always try new things so...
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Shells Seafood
5125 Florida Ave S, Lakeland, FL 33813Had not been to a Shells in many years. Tried this Lakeland location and were very impressed. Clam chowder was the best we have had. Fried clams, when in...
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Fancy Q Sushi&Thai Lakeland FL
4306 US Hwy 98 N, Lakeland, FL 33809My boyfriend and I are frequent customers to Fancy Q. I also put my parents onto it as well. My first experience was when one of my friends took me to lunch...
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American Restaurants
American in LakelandBay Street Bistro
211 E Bay St, Lakeland, FL 33801We met another couple who live downtown and frequent Bay Street Bistro, for dinner. Cozy place with great ambiance. Lighting was just right as was the level of...
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- Superb340 Reviews4.6
Smokey Bones Lakeland
3901 US Hwy 98 N, Lakeland, FL 33809Food was very good, our waitress was very helpful, kept our drinks full. There were 6 of us so they used extra wait staff to bring out our food so that we all...
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Ovation Bistro & Bar, Lakeland
4715 Florida Ave S, Lakeland, FL 33813Robin was great! Food prep poor - steak overcooked! Chicken! Salmon was good and welll prepared! Special chicken was very tasty. Maker’s 46 was super!...
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Pizza Restaurants
Pizza in LakelandPalace Pizza
114 S Kentucky Ave, Lakeland, FL 33801Really good pizza and garlic knots. The anti pasta salad was excellent with a good variety of items on the plate. Best thing to do for a great experience is go...
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Palace Southside
4780 Florida Ave S, Lakeland, FL 33813This is affordable and we sometimes will go there to eat, it's a great atmosphere and great Italian food! Don't forget to order the bread knots most...
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- Superb193 Reviews4.7
KC's Artisan Pizza and Wine Bar
6645 Florida Ave S STE 5, Lakeland, FL 33813My favorite pizza EVER. I won't eat any other pizza anywhere else. Hospitality is always top notch. KCs never disappoints. Real authentic grape leaves....
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- Superb163 Reviews4.5
Mexican Restaurants
Mexican in Lakeland
Sweet Cup Cafe
1401 Lakeland Hills Blvd, Lakeland, FL 33805The place is very cute and tiny. I think there were only 5 tables at most on the inside. The menu looked great. The place was super clean and the girl who took...
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Abuelo's Mexican Restaurant
3700 Lakeside Village Blvd, Lakeland, FL 33803We drive about an hour each way when we want to enjoy a fabulous Mexican meal. Without fail both the food and the service are no less than outstanding every...
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- Superb311 Reviews4.3
Quinteros Taqueria
4288 Old Kathleen Rd, Lakeland, FL 33810Wow these tacos are absolutely yummy and super reasonable. We have just started coming here in the last few months and love their food. Tacos are $1.25 and...
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- Superb83 Reviews4.6
Chinese Restaurants
Chinese in LakelandLing's Buffet
4320 Florida Ave S, Lakeland, FL 33813Good restaurant I had a bad experience today they allowed people with a dog in this restaurant not a service dog i don't have a problem with dogs but...
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- Superb535 Reviews4.4
Happy House
6856 Florida Ave S, Lakeland, FL 33813We think Happy House is by far the best in South Lakeland! The rice is amazing, the service is always friendly, and the portions are huge (especially when...
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Chen's Wok
6565 N Socrum Loop Rd, Lakeland, FL 33809Chens is my go to Chinese takeout in the area. When friends are over and we decide to do takeout I always Chens and no one has complained yet. Great customer...
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Fast Food Restaurants
Fast Food in Lakeland
Chick-fil-A
4132 US Hwy 98 N, Lakeland, FL 33809Fast drive-through. Friendly staff. Still disappointed they got rid of the chicken strips. Not a fan of spicy chicken strips as the only option. They always...
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- Good207 Reviews4.2
Dairy Queen
4114 Florida Ave S, Lakeland, FL 33813Absolutely love the ice cream at DQ. However when my mother and I was there it seemed like one of the girls working there wasn't feeling good and that...
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- Good137 Reviews4.1
Seafood Restaurants
Seafood in LakelandKrunchy krab seafood
1142 Texas Ave, Lakeland, FL 33805My mom, aunt, and I really LOVED the snow crab platter we bought tonight. The owner was very kind and patient with us. The food is absolutely delicious. We...
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- Superb156 Reviews4.9
Harry's Seafood Bar & Grille
101 N Kentucky Ave, Lakeland, FL 33801Another first. Great dinner with friends & family. Crab cakes, salmon, shrimp scampi, delicious along with amazing cocktails & beer. Only one of us had...
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- Superb354 Reviews4.6
Riverside Express Seafood
130 E Memorial Blvd, Lakeland, FL 33801One of those diamond in the rough experiences. In a somewhat older/urban neighborhood, it is not a fancy place-which was nice in itself-but the food was...
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- Superb171 Reviews4.7
Indian Restaurants
Indian in LakelandCurry Mango
6625 Florida Ave S, Lakeland, FL 33813The service was incredible. My husband and I choose this restaurant for my 1st time eating Indian Food. Everything was delicious and so very flavorful. The...
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MyIndiKitchen
2810 Lakeland Highlands Rd, Lakeland, FL 33803Food was delicious. Buffet style, very casual. Wide selection for a tiny place. They're hidden away in the corner of the Winn Dixie shopping center @...
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- Superb94 Reviews4.8
Italian Restaurants
Italian in LakelandScarpa's Italian Restaurant
1833 E Edgewood Dr, Lakeland, FL 33803Food was fantastic and the portions are huge--definitely recommend. Seating at 7:30 on a weeknight was tight so make a reservation to be safe. 4 stars (and not...
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Il Forno Italian Restaurant and pizzeria
3615 Florida Ave S suite 1310, Lakeland, FL 33803Just had lunch there today! Food was delicious and plentiful! Fresh breadsticks with marinara sauce and great lasagna!! Did I mention great service from a...
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Primo's Pizzeria
1031 S Combee Rd, Lakeland, FL 33801Outside it was an overcast rainy day. Inside it was a beautiful sunny experience filled with welcoming hospitality the likes of which I have not experienced...
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- Good164 Reviews4.2
Steakhouses
Steakhouses in LakelandLongHorn Steakhouse
3737 Lakeside Village Ct, Lakeland, FL 33803Rib eye steak was tender and tasty. Ceasar salad was fresh. French onion soup was not good, it had to much wine in it. Kinda tasted like wine was added twice....
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Texas Roadhouse
3621 Florida Ave S, Lakeland, FL 33803Who doesn't love Roadhouse rolls!?! As always there is a small wait time due to popularity on a Saturday night; however, as a party of two we were able to...
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Outback Steakhouse
4208 North Road, 98, Lakeland, FL 33809Very good service. The food is always cooked the way it's ordered. The salads are fresh and friendly employees. I would rate it a big giant 10. Rob at the...
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Sandwich Shops
Sandwich Shops in LakelandSubs 'n Such
1008 Florida Ave S, Lakeland, FL 33803I first moved to Lakeland 30+ years ago. This place has been here for over 44 years. So I remember coming here as a young man. They made the best Cheese Steak...
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Divicious Deli & Coffee Shop
128 E Main St, Lakeland, FL 33801Food is hot and fresh and amazing .. the prices are awesome and the owner is so sweet this is truly one of my happy place to have breakfast it's cute and...
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Sandwich Factory
5024 Lunn Rd, Lakeland, FL 33811Cute sandwich shop at this strip mall adequate parking. Close to almora sweets cheese cakes. Clean establishment covid ready dine in or take out. The flavor...
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Chicken Wings
Chicken Wings in Lakeland
Bedrock Wings of Lakeland
4836 US-92, Lakeland, FL 33801Bedrock wings on 92 ia by far the best place I have been to. The food is excellent and fresh. And not to mention the service, they made everyone of my 6 visits...
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Uncle Apps
1046 Martin L King Jr Ave, Lakeland, FL 33805Amazing spot but it’s ridiculous how they’re barely even open throughout the week. The business would boom if they opened up their availability to the...
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- Superb90 Reviews4.3
PDQ Lakeland
4714 Florida Ave S, Lakeland, FL 33813Okay I'm going to go ahead and say it...I like this place better than chil-fil-a.The kids meal is 2 tenders sm fry and a drink and is in the $5 range and...
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Japanese Restaurants
Japanese in Lakeland
Sumo Sushi
5295 Florida Ave S, Lakeland, FL 33813Best in Polk county! Always fresh, friendly and excellent quality. The staff are always friendly and remember you. We always get seaweed salad, a few rolls and...
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Tsunami Sushi & Hibachi
114 N Tennessee Ave #101, Lakeland, FL 33801Our server was nice and kept our drinks full. I have to recommend the sushi though 100%. My companion and I sat at the bar and we were graced with being able...
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Hibachi Express Highland City
5209 US Hwy 98 S, Lakeland, FL 33812Ordered Hibachi Express through Door Dash; what a great experience. Top tier Japanese Steakhouse quality delivered right to my door. Everything was cooked...
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Bar & Grill
Bar & Grill in Lakeland
Decisions Grill & Bar
1621 E Edgewood Dr G, Lakeland, FL 33803I got a Decisions Burger with bacon and cheddar. I also got a 10 piece wings tossed in honey bbq. It was absolutely delicious and a lot more food than I could...
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Champs Sports Bar & Grill
6645 Florida Ave S #3338, Lakeland, FL 33813Very welcoming family place. Good food fair prices. Owner came over wished our family a happy holiday very nice guy!! We will definitely be returning as long...
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The Boondocks
8515 US Hwy 98 N, Lakeland, FL 33809What a great place to hangout in north lakeland. Very biker friendly bar. If you're looking for a destination add this to your list. You won't be...
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Sports Bars
Sports Bars in Lakeland
Linksters Tap Room
5189 US Hwy 98 N, Lakeland, FL 33809First time visiting this bar and had a memorable experience. Everyone was friendly and just a good atmosphere overall. Brian hosted trivia night and it was a...
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Linksters Tap Room - Highland City
5125 US-98, Lakeland, FL 33812My local bar just a few mins away from me, the atmosphere is great, the bartenders are your best friends, they have Text Nights where you get discounts on your...
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Diners
Diners in Lakeland
Highland City Diner
5221 US-98, Lakeland, FL 33812Staff is awesome! They always make you feel like your home. The food is good. The coffee is great and there desserts look amazing. I have yet to try the...
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Downtown Diner
126 W Main St, Lakeland, FL 33815As a truck driver traveling the US and Canada doing Entertainment shows, I eat at many different places. I have to say the Downtown Diner here is at the top of...
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