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Black & Brew

4.7 (59 reviews)
Closed 7:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Classy
Outdoor seating
Dogs allowed

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Strawberry banana Nutella, bagel with cream cheese, Matcha bowl. Iced matcha and a iced white mocha
Diana A.

My sister and my dear friend enjoyed their time at the café for the first time, they even loved for what they have ordered! I loved the strawberry banana Nutella they had with my white iced mocha. The bread was a bit hard to bite, when I yank it so I used a knife to cut it to be easier for me (with no fork so I used my sister spoon :') The worker is really nice but had a bit of a hard time to understand my accent when I asked for a water bottle three times for my friend which I don't blame her but I did go up and ask for a water bottle since they didn't brought the water down to our table for her. The café is so comforting and how neat the place is, cute plants and decorations!

Reshonda S.

I visited the Black & Brew location inside of the Downtown Lakeland Library. Very small, cute and relaxing area. The employees were very kind and the food looked good. I only ordered a cappuccino. I was not a fan of the coffee; very dark and burnt tasting. It's a nice location to work, but I'm not sure about the coffee. Maybe a different location will have different results.

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Raegan L.

Black & Brew- a Lakeland staple! There's two locations in town- a downtown store and this one connected with the public library sitting right along Lake Morton. It totally gives off the cozy library vibes, and it's a wonderful place to sit, chill and do homework or chat. They have a small covered outdoor area to sit and pretty minimal seating inside. But if you can get a spot it's the best. Probably my favorite place in town to go do homework. Coffee here is almost close to unrivaled. They know how to whip up a specialty drink without overdoing it or being underwhelming. Impressive is the word. I always check the board of seasonal drinks because they create some fun ones. One of my favorite is definitely the turmeric chai latte. If you're hungry, we'll that's good because they do have food too. I'm a sucker for a good avocado or nutella toast (not together obviously, are you crazy?), and they have both here. You can get great coffee, good food, there's wifi (yeah the downtown one doesn't have free wifi), and friendly workers? It's all there ready for you! One tip, I'm not sure if it's only on Sundays but I went there before it opened on that day, and they gave the first person in line a free coffee right when they opened up! Sometimes being the early bird pays off.

Courtni D.

Great views, great food, and great coffee! If you go to black and brew definitely try the chicken pesto and caesar salad combo, as well as, a caramel macchiato! The service was relatively quick and the workers were nice and bright ! 10/10 would recommend!

Lindsey H.

Black and brew is my favorite Lakeland resturant. I go there way too often. Everyone is so friendly and helpful. The library location is my favorite and my dog, Chewie loves it too (because he knows he's going to get a pup cup).

Josselin G.

The Florida Southern location is tucked away on campus, but the atmosphere is peaceful and perfect for a college student. I highly recommend the gingerbread bred frappe! I love siting outside because it's completely covered and shady but not quiet. The patio area is dog friendly and great to catch up with friends as well! It's also is attached to the Lakeland Public library! So if you want to grab a book and a coffee, the patio is great to sit afterwards!

Avocado tartine (i.e., open face sandwich) and a caramel frappe (cold)

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6 months ago

Everyone has been kind! The food is also great quality and consistent. It's a good study spot!

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10 months ago

my favorite coffee shop in Lakeland! Great food and quality of the service. Its my place to go on our dates, and for Bible studies

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The food was smaller portions but yummy! The coffee was great. It's a very busy little restaurant but worth the wait.

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great food. I love the atmosphere and opportunity to eat outside. the service is incredible. they are very friendly.

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Terrible service and over priced food would not recommend nice seating though the chairs nice

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1 year ago

Coffe was good and the services was great. The look of the place was very eclectic. Thank you!!!

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Wonderful, warm and cozy ambiance. Helpful, welcoming staff. The food is very good and consistently good!

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2 years ago

Great location Great service Great food! Nice place to chill and relax and eat please do your self a service of going:)

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2 years ago

Breakfast sandwich perfect. Three different drinks; all great!! The staff at Black and Brew (no matter where you go) is always friendly!

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Always amazing coffee, so smooth. Please bring back the dill pickle flat bread. The ambiance is always so inviting

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Always love black and brew! The club sandwich is a favorite and the coffee is always the perfect afternoon pick me up! :)

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