In an unsuspecting place in downtown lakeland this bakery packs a punch…read more Line around the building so you have time to think about what you want. I suggest ordering ahead. The ambiance is rustic. The people working the front were so nice and warm even while working so hard. Get everything. It's all delicious I had an apple pie cruffin but I ate it before I could take a picture.

Order it to go! I…read morehighly recommend ordering through the app rather than ordering in person. When you go there, the place can feel rushed, crowded, and a little overwhelming. With how popular this spot is, I'm honestly surprised they don't have someone helping guide new customers through the ordering process. Even when ordering online, the atmosphere can feel pretty loud and hectic because of the crowds. That said, the food is amazing! I truly wish them the best because they definitely have something special. They just need to find a better way to manage the flow of customers and make the overall experience a little smoother.

Cozy Oaks is precisely what I want in a diner. Breakfast all day, nice selection on the menu and a…read moregood cup of coffee. Oh they have great crinkle fries, by the way. We've been coming here for the better part of 10 years. Seriously, this place is fantastic. Today we came in just after the lunch rush. And what makes me write a review after all this time is because The Reuben has been added to their sandwich lineup. I am a sucker for a good Reuben. I love some of the various versions out there like a Grouper Reuben or a Turkey Reuben but there is nothing like an original. The bread is their marble rye which was already freakin fantastic; patty melts are phenomenal here. The ratio of corned beef and sauerkraut was spot on perfect. Don't you just hate it when it's out of balance? The cheese was perfectly melted and the dressing was oh so good. It was sandwich heaven. My apologies for having no pictures. I don't know if I was especially hungry today or what, but when the food hit the table the hubs and I dove straight in.

For St. Patrick's Day, we decided to eat here, and we got here near noon and it was very crowded…read more We decided to stay and waited about thirty minutes. We finally got a table to share with other people. My Mom and my older brother Bill ordered the Corned Beef and Cabbage. They said the Corned Beef was pretty good, but the Cabbage was tough and not good. My brother Jonathan ordered the Pancake special with sausage and home fries. They didn't warn him that the pancakes would be green, lol. We thought it was pretty funny, but he said they didn't taste that good. He loved the rest of his breakfast. I had the French toast and bacon with hashbrowns and scrambled eggs. I loved the French toast and bacon, but didn't like the hashbrowns and eggs. It was really hit or miss. The restaurant didn't seem very clean either. We had fun anyway.

The only place I'll ever drive 45 minutes to get their Carrot Cake!…read moreWe were headed to Orlando and decided to make a quick detour for carrot cake once again. It was a Saturday and I forgot the market was going on so it was a bit busy but always worth the wait. Honestly, I didn't think there would be any left the way the Line was looking, but luckily when I got to the front, they still had carrot cake left. I ordered a slice and waited patiently for my name to be called. Once it was ready, I picked it up and it was already made for to go, but I decided to eat in house. This carrot cake is so unbelievably delicious. It's filled with pineapples, walnuts, and everything you could dream of. Will always be my favorite!

Cute place, decent coffee, but not the best selection. Plenty of seating. We did have to wait a…read morelong time because their system was glitching so our order never printed. She said it's been happening. Overall I'd recommend

This was our first time visiting, and we had a great experience! The atmosphere was very lively,…read morebut we had our newborn baby with us and sat at a high-top with her in the stroller. We had no issues at all and felt very comfortable. We ordered the spicy chicken and waffles, and they were phenomenal! The food had just the right amount of heat for us. Everything came out hot and didn't take too long, which was especially appreciated with a newborn. Our server, kaitlyn was also great. The manager, Jake was also very nice.They checked on us to make sure everything was good and were very pleasant and friendly to talk to. Overall, we had a wonderful first experience and would definitely come back!

I really wanted to like this place. Downtown Lakeland is so cute and it was the perfect setting for…read moreafter our walk at Bonita Springs Park. We travel to hike/walk and are always looking for cute places. We were seated right away and the decor was so cute inside. Their menu had so many choices and I was having a hard time picking! Their fall drink specials looked absolutely amazing! It took quite awhile for our waitress to come say hi and get us water. At the time it wasn't very busy, so we did almost get up and leave (for reference at how long it took). We both ordered the Carrot Cake Cozy Latte with Oatmilk, and our meals right away as well because it had taken so long for anyone to come over. We waited...and waited...and waited. The Latte was actually a tea so we knew it shouldn't have taken that long. People came and started sitting around us and they were receiving their coffees and drinks. We finally flagged down the waitress and she seemed annoyed and said oh yeah I need to get it at the bar. We were eating in, and I saw others receiving coffee in coffee cups. Our tea came in to go cups (think paper)...and no sugar or anything was dropped off. Being represented as a latte, typically that wouldn't need sugar, so no problem...until we tried it. Both were very watered down and little flavor. I had to go fetch us some sugar, and It took us 3 sugar packets to have any taste or resemblance of "carrot cake". Our food finally came out, and it looked amazing. My friend ordered the Fried Green Tomato BLT and I ordered the morning munchies, which had pork belly and caramelized onion, scrambled eggs and other things. The bread was gluten free and hard as a rock. The eggs tasted like they were premade (think hotel style). The pork and caramelized onions were delicious. My friend's fried green tomatoes seemed to be missing the tomato. There was so much breading and they were unbelievably dry. I love fried green tomatoes and these were, unfortunately, awful. I wish I could say I liked it, but between the service, tea and food, I likely would never go back.

Black & Brew is a five-star stop every time we're in town. We make a point to come here because it…read morechecks every box: amazing food, great coffee, friendly service, and a welcoming atmosphere. The food is what really stands out. They have such unique flavor combinations that you don't find at your average coffee shop. I ordered the jalapeño popper sausage biscuit, and it was incredible. The sauce and pickled red onions took it to the next level and made every bite so flavorful. The coffee is solid, and the café is in a great downtown location that's perfect for starting your morning or taking a break while exploring the area. If you're looking for a one-stop shop for both breakfast and coffee, look no further. We absolutely love this place and will keep coming back whenever we're in town.

OBSESSED with this shop! Visited for the first time and would love to go back! The vibes inside are…read moreso cozy with the brick wall, the chairs and tables, etc. Lots of food and drink options to choose from! The baristas were all very nice and helpful! I had the peanut butter cup frappe and oh my goodness was it crazy! It tasted like a real peanut butter cup! It was so crazy good!

I was meeting a friend for lunch in Lakeland FL so I looked for a highly recommended option. Cob &…read morePen came up on a number of lists. It's located in a nondescript building that's basically one large dining room with a bar in the back. Since we got there at the top of the lunch hour, it was not busy so we were served very quickly. The menu had lots of interesting options - I went with the Beer Braised Pork Street Tacos and could not have been more pleased with my choice. They are made with shaved pieces of pork topped with lettuce, Muenster cheese, honey mustard, and pickles. The taste of all that together is excellent. If you are in the area, this is an excellent choice for a good lunch!

A renovated Tudor historic home, now a bistro with craft beer/bar and crafted eats…read more We chose the cheese board alongside a couple drinks. The cheeseboard includes meat and cheddar, Kalamata olives, naan bread, pickles, Brie cheese, a mustard sauce and a raspberry spread. The grapes on the board were super fresh and also tasted great. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The outdoor seating is a nice option on a beautiful day. I highly recommend!

We saw Uncle Nick's in the news and thought it looked delicious, so we decided to try it and it…read moreabsolutely exceeded expectations! Not only is there a great store front to buy some great looking pre prepped meals, but the staff is also welcoming and even gave us some amazing recommendations! The Huckabuck was our favorite today!

Uncle Nick's is a local favorite in Lakeland. As a South Lakeland resident, I have visited this…read moreestablishment more than any other restaurant in the last ten years because of the price point and quality of food. The bagels are the star here. I regularly get the Bagel Deal (13 Bagels & 1 Pound of Cream Cheese) to treat my team at work. The sandwiches and desserts are also very delicious. The quality of the food has been consistent on every visit. My go to item is the Sliced Salmon (Lox) and this is what I ordered on my most recent visit. A soft nicely doughy everything bagel had a nice saltiness and garlic flavor. The bagel was filled with super decadent cream cheese, cool meaty salmon, tangy capers, crisp onions & lettuce, and juicy tomato. The mix of flavors and textures is just mouthwatering.

Tonight we tried Fred's market in Lakeland. This was our first time there and let me tell you it…read morewill not be our last time there. It is a very big restaurant, could easily fit a couple of football teams. We were greeted and seated as soon as we walked in the restaurant. Our server Brendan was amazing. Super high energy, super friendly and super on point with refills and making sure that everything was good with us. Honestly, he really did make our dining experience a pleasure. Now onto the food. So many options. A long buffet of salad. A long buffet of hot foods and plenty of side dishes. Desserts Yum. I started off with the fried chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, corn casserole, macaroni and cheese, chicken and dumpling soup and a soft sweet roll. And that was just plate number one. I'm not gonna go over every single thing I ate, but let's just say I truly think that this place is a must go to for dinner, lunch or breakfast. We enjoyed our dinner so much tonight that we are actually going back again tomorrow to do this again. The menu rotates and changes daily so there's plenty of food options and it is all you can eat. So my advice is simple. Go to this restaurant and go hungry and be ready to meet some really nice people and have a really good time.

I loved it! How can anyone pass up a Southern buffet?! The place was clean and well run. They…read morewere constantly replenishing the food, so everything was fresh and tasty. It was my first time eating fried green tomatoes! They are a new favorite. Also loved the fried chicken, sautéed cabbage, the slimy okra, and rutabaga turnip. I will literally name it all. The ice cream was so cold and creamy but the strawberry shortcake was the nice sweet to end my meal. Thank you for a great meal

Absolutely an amazing place. I am so glad we chose this place for Saturday breakfast. It's in…read moreLithia which is a place I had never been so that was also a treat. I tried their pumpkin flavored coffee and it was so good. I'm a pumpkin fan now I guess. For my breakfast I for the southern skillet. Let me tell you it is amazing and packed with flavor. The sausage gravy added an extra special touch. Looking forward to going again real soon.

This is for Lithia Brunchery. I was really disappointed. First time there tables all full with…read morepeople waiting. As we walked to our table noticed that only one table had food served to them. After we received our order it got more disappointing. The hash browns had no flavor. The sausage patties had no flavor. Sausage gravy was good and my omelette was ok just because it had flavor. I think pricing for breakfast has gotten out of hand. Cup of OJ 5.25 coffee 3.90 a meal in itself. Not my favorite place. If you want non flavored food this is a place for you. Won't be back.

My boyfriend and I decided to stop at this establishment for brunch on our drive back home and are…read moreso happy we did! The workers were extremely welcoming and they even greeted us with a complimentary dry champagne because it was our first visit. Nate our server was very attentive and knowledgeable. The maitre'd Neal checked on us as well and that made us feel even more at home. I ate the eggs benedict and it's a nice twist using jamón ibérico and melt in your mouth biscuit. My boyfriend ate the prime rib that had a dry rub and made specifically only for brunch which he said was divine. We can't wait to come back and checkout what more they have to offer. If you're ever in the Lakeland area definitely be sure to give them a shot!

I must say, the second time we visited this restaurant was a delightful experience. Our first visit…read morewas a few years ago, and we found it to be quite ordinary. However, this time, our financial advisor invited us to dinner. He lives in St. Petersburg and drove all the way to this restaurant, since we live in Bartow. We were given the opportunity to sample a Prosecco, which was absolutely delicious. It had a refreshing apple crisp flavor. We ordered various drinks, including a spicy margarita and a Japanese highball. My husband opted for his usual drink, which wasn't on the menu, while I ended up enjoying a Mojito coconut flavor. As an appetizer, we tried a crab dip that was incredibly tasty. If I ever return, I'll definitely bring my mother along and we'll indulge in this delicious dip. I had read the menu beforehand and knew what I wanted. I ordered the salmon red curry dish, which was quite good. However, I felt that the red curry lacked much flavoring. Nevertheless, the salmon was cooked to perfection, and they had these adorable little red berries that added a delightful touch to the dish. While I didn't particularly enjoy the red curry, I still thoroughly enjoyed the meal. My husband ordered steak, but I'm not sure what he got. The other guy ordered chicken and rice, and I can't recall what the third person ordered. They all ordered coffee. I had a satisfying meal and decided to take a crème brûlée to go. I was so full. The other two guys enjoyed a Keylime pie and a bread pudding, which they both found delicious. Overall, we had a wonderful time at this restaurant. The service was excellent, the staff was friendly and attentive, and the place was clean and well-maintained. I can't wait to return with my mother or perhaps a friend visiting from out of town.