I've lived in Lakeland for decades. I've heard about this place for years!!!!! They advertise like…read morecrazy. Finally went there today and it is absolutely delicious!!! The Sweet Caroline is good. The bread was fresh. The ratio of meat to bread was good and the service is great. We also had a "child's cheeseburger" and fries. The child size is deceiving because it's full-size and plenty for an adult. I don't know how thick the patty would be for an adult hamburger but the patty was good on the child size burger. The bun was so good; it was buttered and grilled. Perfectly toasted! The store portion has plenty of authentic Italian products you can buy and take home. You can also buy some pre-made Italian dishes to take home and bake. Sad I didn't try this place earlier in my life but I'll be back! They also have a large variety of pre-made and freshly make cookies, cupcakes, cakes and Italian desserts to choose from.

We were looking forward to some delicious food after reading various reviews ... unfortunately, we…read morewere not impressed. While the counter person was very helpful, the food left much to be desired. First, the Italian sub is only available cold and lacked taste .. the cheese had zero flavor, there was no seasoning or herbs to speak of and the bread dry and bland as well. SUBWAY subs are much more tasty. The garden salad's Italian dressing consisted of too much vinegar, zero olive oil and absent any spices or herbs. Finally, the chocolate eclair was too rigid and the custard bland. Very sad because we had high hopes.

6 stars if I could. Sandwiches are so damn good and at great prices. Service is great. Coffee is…read moregreat. Build in a little time for the wait for but you won't regret it. I take every person that visits Lakeland here and everyone loves it. Get a pastrami on pressed Cuban!

Divicious is deviously delicious!…read more This cafe is very unassuming from the outside- it's super easy to miss or overlook, especially being on the corner of downtown amidst so many other restaurant & coffee options. But don't be mistaken- if you pass by Divicious and don't try it you have stepped in the wrong. It's a small shop so it can get a little loud when things are bustling. But it's worth it to grab a breakfast sandwich, deli sandwich, or yummy pastry. Their breakfast bagels sandwiches are just lovely. They're so simple but that's what makes them so good. If you like avocado, I'd also ask for that on your sandwich. One of the best parts are the prices- they can't be beat. For 2 sandwiches & a pastry it's $12. Insane! Divine! Divicious!

Finally tried this place and it was so good. We've already been back two more times. The Italian…read moresub is amazing! We will be back.

I want to go back and try the sandwiches. I walk with a cane and I appreciate the food delivered to…read moremy table.

The chicken cutlet tacos are the best and the staff were very welcoming. Very cute shop.read more

We always make it a point to stop by Frankie's Italian Deli when we're in Tampa. Great desserts,…read moresandwiches and pizza. Last night, we tried some Sicilian and white chicken pizza. It all hit. I've never had anything bad here. Later, my in-laws had some desserts at their home. Their cannoli and Napoleon cake is stellar. The staff is great. We went towards close, there was still a crowd waiting for their orders and everyone was still pleasant and proud of what they were producing for the customers. Inside is clean, everything on display and Frankie's consistently executes on everything they do. If you're in the Tampa/Brandon area, you need to try this place. You'll be glad you did.

This place is everything I want in a diner and more. Comfy booths with stained glass beer…read morechandeliers, friendly servers and patrons, reasonably priced yet delicious food, and cheap beer. My wife and I were driving back to Orlando from Tampa and decided to stop in Lakeland for food. Being that it was a Sunday, our idea of eating in downtown Lakeland was stopped short by an hour-long wait for a table at a different popular restaurant. I'm glad it was - or we never would've discovered this gem. I had The Original Sloppy Jack ($8.19) - an open faced roast beef sandwich topped with brown gravy and coleslaw. I was in meat heaven. It was so good. I think about this sandwich daily ever since. You can tell a place has a cult following because multiple people sitting near us were telling us how good the food is and what to order. We'll definitely come back when we're in town again.

Been coming here since 1987, food is consistently good. Great waitress and waiters fast service,…read more its just a little local place it has its charm. Don't forget to get your Orange Peel Gazette, right below the to go boxes by the door. Don't forget about the holiday specials including St Patrick's Day (one of my favorites) but go early its busy.

Came out to Lakeland to do the Farmer's Market and found this place when looking on Yelp for a cute…read moresandwich shop. The interior is a nice cold escape from the summer heat, with the best of the 90s playing as background music. Our server was so sweet and attentive, I got the pick two combo with the chicken salad sandwich and a Caesar salad. The chicken salad was some of the best I've ever had and the homemade Caesar dressing was phenomenal. My boyfriend got turkey bacon Swiss melt and it smelled delicious. When we're back in Lakeland, this place will be a must!

The Purple Onion delivered one of the best French onion soups I've had in a long time. The broth…read morewas rich and deeply flavorful, with that perfect balance of savory depth and sweetness from the caramelized onions. The cheese and bread on top were done just right, creating that classic, comforting finish in every bite. Everything about the dish felt well-crafted and satisfying. Definitely worth a visit, especially if French onion soup is your go-to.

Quiznos !!!!! Yah!!!!…read more I'll have the lobster and Seafood sub. Sorry, we do not offer that today. I'll have the French Dip. O.k., but we are out of horseradish. Ok, where is the seating/dining area? Sorry, we have none. Is there outdoor seating? Sorry again, no. What a horrible set-up.

Establishment is expanding adding a new location that will open soon. Very community oriented very…read moreclean helpful staff.

I have been here a few times and tried a few subs, the Buffalo chicken and a turkey sub and both…read morewere very good quality, fresh ingredients. The folks here are always pleasant. Get the brownie!

Dean's special has me in a headlock. It's literally the best sub my taste buds have ever come in…read morecontact with. I'm a garlic lover, so the fresh garlic in every bite satisfies my cravings. Great service, fast and efficient. Friendly staff. 10 out of 10 every time! This place is amazing.

Let's talk about pot belly because we all need to know where the best sandwich is…read more I ordered the wreck Thoughts ? It's solid not the best I've had but it will suffice for a sandwich fix , the ingredients were fresh but my bread could've been toasted a bit more. There's just a little something missing Thanks for reading folks !!

So I went an air on a Sunday around 345 a day afternoon there was nobody in the store and there…read morewere no orders on the board three people just standing around the first person that helped me out was OK except they do not have barbecue sauce there it's a pork potbelly restaurant and all they have is jalapeño barbecue sauce which I tasted and it was horrible. So I ordered a Cuban. I really wanted a pulled pork sandwich with barbecue sauce can't get that there so I ordered a Cuban and I got some chips and I was waiting to pay for it and it was a girl there that was very rude and the way he says she asked me to come over all she asked me is if he wanted anything else on the sandwich and I said no, but I was standing and ready to pay and the way that she talked to me was very rude. In my opinion all she had to do was say, sir do you want anything else on it.

Wow! I was just here for the first time and I am so impressed! The hospitality is so welcoming and…read morefriendly! After browsing the market, I made my way to the back to order my platter and found that everything is so fresh! I ordered the Lamb Platter which came with two sides. It was my first time and I was so happy with both my order and service! Once I got home, I dived right in and devoured my platter. Such an amazing deal for a good price! Overall, I'll be back & will be telling my friends about it!

The staff was unbelievably kind and the food was amazing! My daughter was very unsure about her…read morefirst time with this cuisine (she's 5) and the person working the grill knew that their braised lamb with potatoes would be her new favorite (they were right). I had the mixed grill which fed me for 3 days with sharp pickled vegetables and heavenly rice. The shop is small and bursting with all of the essentials- worth a stop in and of itself!