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.

First time visiting Garden Bistro for brunch today, and everything was excellent. Friendly and…read morehelpful staff, a good selection of brunch dishes - something for everyone. We sat outside and enjoyed the light breeze and the views of Lake Mirror and surrounds. Service was great, and the food came out in good time and was hot. We would definitely come for Brunch again., and recommend for brunch and or lunch.

Disappointed in my recent visit. I had the special of the day and believe it was the special as…read morethey wanted to "use up" the chicken salad and hummus. The croissant and naan bread were very toasted in an attempt to hide the staleness. The hummus tasted vinegary and upset my stomach. I have eaten here many times and usually the food is great, the view of the lake lovely, and the desserts yummy. 4 days after Independence day the only dessert they had was half of a (clearly old) red, white, and blue layer cake.

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!

Polk Patio and Screening Services did an awesome job on my pool enclosure. They applied screening…read morewith precision and provided quality customer service. The task was completed within a timely manner. Their prices are very reasonable and I will be referring them to others. Thank you for a job well done!!

From the moment I spoke with Frank about enclosing my lanai, I knew I made the right choice. The…read moreprice was more than fair and the amount of professionalism displayed from Frank and Jacob is just phenomenal. Hard to find good people who care about the quality of work they do for their consumers. They did an excellent job in just a few hours time. They were consistent in contact me to verify time and date of arrival so I knew what to expect. My family and I love our newly enclosed patio. Thanks again, Frank and Jacob!

The burger was tasty, the service was fast, and the restaurant is decorated like an upscale sports…read morebar.

This is a great location in an old federal building. Nice decor for this Smiths American Tavern…read more The bartender met us at the door, due to it being the middle of the day, and business being a bit slower, and we opted to sit at the bar. He was very social and answered all our questions and socialized about personal life as well. We ordered the Cuban eggrolls, and they were quite good but had smaller cubes of ham as opposed to pictures showing slices in some older pictures posted to this establishment. The drinks were spot-on. Although I may sound disappointed, I'm looking forward to trying more on the menu that they have to offer. I plan to return to try more. Recommended!

The aroma of flavors packed with tender succulent meat just makes you want to take the day off and…read morekick up your feet just to eat it all. The welcoming service I received was one of a kind. Look no further for your authentic Mexican food. This hidden gem is the spot to go!

La Calentana Mexican Store and Restaurant is a small market with a few food trucks outside. Service…read moreis friendly, but the ordering and paying process is a little awkward. You order at the truck and then go inside the market and pay. I ordered lamb, asada and chorizo tacos and all were good. It came with both a green and red sauce and both were very good, though I liked the red a bit more. They have tables outside and it was pleasant enough to hang out and enjoy my tacos. Prices were great, as well. Five tacos were just over eleven dollars tax included. All in all, I would definitely recommend La Calentana Mexican Store and Restaurant. I will give it five stars overall.

I'm not a huge beer fan but my husband loves coming here for a couple, especially when it's $3…read moreWednesday. I enjoy their red sangria (they have white as well, haven't tried it.) which is pretty delicious. They have a food truck every evening they are open generally from 3 until 8. We have tried a lot of them and most are very tasty. Our favorite so far was a Hawaiian lumpia (like spring rolls) food truck. They are very dog friendly. People not only bring their own fur kids but will take a dog out of the shelter for a few hours and bring them out. It's very heartwarming. Inside is clean. It's really chilly for us so if it's not raining we tend to go outside. There is frequent live music as well. You can find lineups on their Facebook page. Bartenders are very knowledgeable and nice!

The traffic from Tampa to Orlando was horrendously slow so we decided to make a pitstop at the…read morebrewpub. We had stumbled across them when we were in town for a wedding back in November and they are the perfect spot to stop off and have a beer while you wait for the insane traffic to calm down on I-4. My husband got a barrel aged beer...something called Driving my nuts. It was rested in Buffalo trace bourbon barrels, and while the buffalo trace is not very pronounced, you still get the flavor, especially after it warmed a little bit. I opted for the Irish red ale, which was incredibly good had the super sweetness when you first take a sip, very caramel tones and notes, but then mellow is very quick.

Had such a wonderful time! Had fantastic music and great drinks! It's definitely a hidden gem! If…read moreyou're ever in the Lakeland area and want to have a good time I recommend this place!

Our Cigar organization held it's monthly meeting here last evening. While a little tricky to find…read moreyou step inside and back to a time of luxury and opulence that was the world of fine cigars. High back leather chairs and sofas, small intimate gathering rooms, solid wood walls and ceilings and a full impressive bar and cocktails offerings. Excellent host and hostess and enough background music to help keep conversation slow and quiet. Thanks to our host for a unique food offerings as well. The humidor while smaller compared to many large chain stores offers a nice selection and a variety of "house rolls". They even have a nice outdoor seating area for those warmer days and evenings

First time, won't be my last! Good things really do come in small packages (sometimes), and this is…read moreone of those "sometimes". The selection is ample - be sure to try their family sticks! They have the major brands, no need to list them by name, but I always believe when you support small business, if they have a good product, support it all the way! Adjacent to Texas Cattle and next to La Imperial Bakery, parking is close for us lazy folks :) Coffee - Beer - Wine are served, so pairing your stick won't be hard! Perfect for small crowds ( 25 - 30 ) comfortably!

10/10 cigars 10/10 staff…read more10/10 atmosphere -outdoor seating, parking, and monthly events 10/0 espresso martinis