Excellent advice from people who genuinely care for Veterans! They listened and treated us with…read morerespect. They had helpful advice on several different matters. Would highly recommend them.

great location nice people all around great post. I switched membership here. You can't go wrong…read morehere.

Great hangout! Very affordable as are all posts. Staff is friendly and the locals warm up to you…read morequickly. Lots of weekly, monthly, and annual events including live music. Lots of parking and easy to get in and out. And of course, they have a tank! (Really an armored personnel carrier.... but it's still cool and will definitely crush your Honda if they don't like where you park)

Can't believe I have to give DAV an F! I called to get furniture and stuff picked up for donation…read moreincluding art deco dressers, bed frame, and artistic fireplace mantle worth $1200 and some framed and unframed paintings. I left them outside per their instructions but no one showed up. The antique dressers and woodworks sat in the rain. When I called DAV at 1705 hrs, DAV rep says they wouldn't pick those items up because they are too large YET NO ONE COULD CALL AND SAY THAT. I give up trying to help out DAV.

This Chapter now meets at the American Legion Post 5 on Kennedy, just west of Dale Mabry.....every…read more2nd Tuesday monthly except Summer. Trained service officers are there every Wednesday from 11 am to 2 pm and you can call to make an appointment at 813-443-4044.

I don't write a lot of reviews but my disappointment in this particular American Legion (Lakeland…read morePost #4) has compelled me to leave this review. I am a 23-year retired disabled Army Veteran and American Legion member in Lakeland, FL, and, relevant to this review, a certified VA volunteer and life-long musician dedicating my time to the national Guitars-for-Vets (G4V) organization. We are a national level organization of veterans and local musicians who give free guitar lessons (and guitars) to veterans with PTSD, TBI, or physical disabilities. We also host monthly group jam-a-longs at other American Legion posts. We do accept donated used or new guitars and accessories from local individuals or companies/organizations, but we have no local budget and no dedicated facilities. We operate with the generosity of local veteran organizations allowing us to use an otherwise unused space and hour or two a week to conduct lessons and maybe a jam-a-long once every 3-4 months. That's it. Currently, for disabled veterans in the Lakeland area, our only option is for them to drive to the Winter Haven American Legion or Tampa American Legion (both fantastic and welcoming posts). I have attempted to coordinate the same with the Lakeland American Legion for our disabled vets in the Lakeland area but, after several phone calls, messages, visits, explanations, dropping off business cards with a written request, and speaking directly with the Commander twice over the past few months, our organization was denied being able to use this post for lessons. The Commander told me last month he needed to address it at the 06SEP2025 meeting and get back to me. I wasn't sure why such a small request asking for nothing of value had to be approved by the Officers, but he said that's the way he likes to do things so I waited. I got no reply from him. I got a hold of him today (25SEP2025). He said it was addressed at the meeting and they were not interested. I am appalled that a veteran's organization with the tag line: "Here to support veterans and their families." would deny allowing G4V to use otherwise unused space for an hour or two a week to help disabled veterans in the area. I suppose I should have paid attention to the words following that tag line in all caps: "PUBLIC ALWAYS WELCOME!!" That seems to be more the Commander's focus. I was honestly not excited about the post for lessons. Other than the name, It just seems like a dark smoky public dive bar, but I would have taken it. I do know they just spent $40,000.00 on a new roof. The Commander was sure to tell me that. He acted like I was asking him for money. It was insulting. I asked for nothing but unused space, at his convenience, for an hour or two a week. This is not a plea. I am not asking for anything and I am not asking for clarification of any "misunderstanding". The request and reply were both very clear. This is my review. No thanks!

Went for Friday night fish dinner. Potions were huge . Can't beat the price $9. Went with a group…read moreof 10. Support our Veterans!!

We decided that 252 was a great choice for my guy to join after visiting numerous locations. One is…read morethat is conveniently located. Everything is clean, members are awesome and the food is great. Parking is easy too. The bartenders always make us feel welcome and we enjoy spending time at this post. We especially like meeting many new folks. We are looking forward to the fish fry as everyone raves about it. We love the burgers, fries and onion ring, too.

Friend loves it. Really hopping..all the time. Crowd seems friendly. Reasonable food and drink…read more Pool too...

This American Legion allows smoking indoors . Drinks were great, fish spread was tasty and fresh…read more Nachos would be better with a good cheese sauce, the sauce we had was not tasty at all, but the rest of the nachos were good.

A smoke pit filled with rude servers and confusing signage. Being SAL I am disgusted with the this…read morePost. Won't be back.

I can't say enough about how thrilled I am to find this wonderful boutique and the amazing owner,…read moreUS Veteran Natalie! Remember the days when you were actually assisted in finding the right style, colors, fit for that new outfit for yourself or gift for that special friend or lady? LOOK NO FURTHER than Lady Brigade on Gulfgate in Sarasota! Since I discovered this fascinating store I can't seem to stay away. Whether just stopping in to say hello or in the neighborhood and in a browsing mood, I'm always excited to see the new displays, new merchandise, FANTASTIC SALE items, and of course Natalie, a Veteran who's goal is to carry MADE IN USA products and unique items at very reasonable prices (compared to Venice Ave shops!). And for myself, who always shied away from boutique type stores fearing they'd never carry my size (plus) or price range - I can only say RUN, don't walk to Lady Brigade. A 40% sale on dresses going on now and yes, I couldn't resist .... 2 for me! Plus bagged with such care in a lovely gift bag, reminding me I deserve a gift for myself too.

I recently visited this shop for the first time and they had really cute things. I bought the…read moreplanter as a gift and just planted it. The owner and her friend were there the day I stopped by and we're very kind and helpful!

I went for the first time last evening and it was absolutely amazing! People were friendly, the…read moreatmosphere was outstanding and the service out of this world!!! Loved it!!!

Friendly folks and happy. Felt welcomed and amongst friends…read more Highly recommend to anyone feeling alone or just wanting company.