Needs work. Once Lakeland's best coffee shop but…read morecompetition has moved in and Hillcrest, seemingly has not made any adjustments. Practically empty when we went. What was historic and charming is becoming dilapidated. Chipping paint, furniture worn out, and a yard full of weeds. Wouldn't take much to reclaim charming. Plant & tend a flower garden, touch up indoor & outside. Coffee still very good. But don't coast, make an effort.

This was my first time to Hillcrest Coffee. I love the ambiance, there were people coming and…read moregoing thru my visit with a friend. There were college age thru retired folks. My latte was delish as was the chocolate croissant. Service was really good as well. We got our treats and sat at one of the tables and caught up! The shop is unique and I look forward to trying it on live music night soon.

Super cute spot on the edge of Lakeland. Plenty of seating, hipster vibe, coffees, tea smoothies…read moreand açaí bowls. Friendly servers. Would have preferred for items to come out together, but they served all fresh made items that were very tasty.

Great decor. Delicious food. Nice staff and clean restaurant. It was nice to find a solid açaí…read moreplace in Lakeland!

Our first time here and new to area Great food amazing service definitely our go to coffee placeread more

Black & Brew in downtown Lakeland is exactly what a neighborhood café should be--welcoming,…read moreenergetic, and full of flavor. The standout for me was the Holiday Ham breakfast sandwich, and it absolutely lived up to its name. Built on a flaky buttermilk biscuit, it layers a light, fluffy egg soufflé with thinly sliced ham, praline bacon that adds just the right touch of sweetness, and a cranberry orange jam that ties everything together with a bright, unexpected pop. Every bite tasted thoughtful and seasonal without being overcomplicated--comfort food elevated. I paired it with Jennie's Dolce seasonal espresso drink, and it was so good I immediately wanted another. Even more impressive? The second one tasted just as perfect as the first--a small detail that says a lot about their consistency and care behind the bar. The coffee shop ambience immediately stands out, with a relaxed yet polished vibe that makes it just as ideal for a casual morning as it is for catching up on work or meeting friends. Service was warm and efficient, and you can tell this place has become a staple in the downtown community. If you appreciate creative twists on classic breakfast favorites and expertly crafted coffee drinks, Black & Brew is well worth the stop. I'll definitely be back to explore more of the menu.

North Lakeland, get your gears shifting right now and hit up Wildflower Nutrish as soon as…read morepossible! If you like a cute shop, friendly owners, and healthy products that don't taste healthy, well here you go. Wildflower makes incredible tea bombs- this isn't the tea you may think of. It's not herbally and earthy, they're actually super fruity and tart drinks that have healthy and natural caffeine- they'll get you buzzing. Trust me, they're incredible. Plus, way, way better for your body than a commercial coffee. They also make protein shakes, but in all kinds of flavors as well. My chocolate rolo one was the perfect offset to my fruity tea. Lauren, the owner was awesome and she runs this shop well. The way it's decorated is so aesthetic and on point. If I could have any suggestion it'd just be to have more seating- there's mainly the one couch and a chair, which makes it hard to let customers genuinely hang out and enjoy the products. If you've ever heard of or been to Bomb Nutrition in South Lakeland, this is actually the sister store, along with Auburndale Nutrition. So, they all have the same menu, and it's a good one. Don't forget to check their specials as well! Support your local businesses!!

I love having this close to home! Good service, sweet employees, and a wide selection of drinks.read more

Coffee was very weak even after I asked them to re do with less milk…read moreStrawberry praline salad was delicious but sandwich was dry and didn't seem fresh A regular place with regular food

I'm not much of a coffee guy but they have great tasting food and the convenience of being at the…read morelibrary is fantastic. And there is lots of seating both indoors and outdoors as well.

When I say the have one of the best slices of carrot cake I've ever had.. I mean it. I drove from…read moreBrandon all the way to Lakeland slice of this carrot cake. I have to find one like it in my area. Luckily, it's also a coffee shop so I usually get a coffee as well. If you've never been here, they're located in downtown Lakeland. Now on this particular visit wasn't too busy and I was able to order and get everything right away. The lady working the front was so sweet when I told her how much I love the carrot cake she got me a fresh slice of a new cake and it was so good!! The carrot cake by itself would be perfect but velvety cream cheese icing on top really brings it together. No on this visit I did get a nice latte as well. That was a little dark when it first came out, and she could tell by the look on my face that something wasn't right and she fixed it right away lol. I wish Mitchells was closer but it's definitely worth the drive.

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

You need to call ahead and someone will meet you at the parking lot curbside. Kinda similar to…read moreCovid there is no inside dining or tea service offered here at the time being for now it is called ahead and they will help you choose the selection of loose teas. Be aware of your number is private or unavailable it will be filtered to spam so be sure to wait for a call back.

I was excited to buy my mother in law some loose tea. After looking up the best places to go in…read moreLakeland we found My Cottage Garden. The establishment looked cute from the outside but as we got closer we noticed a sign in the front telling us to call and someone would come out and take or order. Well, I've never bought loose trees and felt this stupid have been purchase using multiple senses (sight snd smell). But here we are. I didn't have a back up plan so I called the number. The lady was great with questions about what my mother in law liked, but honestly i really didn't know. I did pick two teas for her gift. Crossing my fingers she likes it. Im hoping future customers can have the full experience.

Pressed Coffee & Books is such a gem. The book-filled atmosphere makes it the perfect place to slow…read moredown and unwind, and the coffee was excellent. Everything about the space felt warm, welcoming, and thoughtfully put together. Definitely a spot worth coming back to. The drip coffee is a must-try.

Pressed Coffee gives total "early seasons Rory Gilmore studying with a book she actually…read moreunderstands" energy--super chill, cozy spot. Coffee wise, kinda mixed bag. We tried a plain latte to test the espresso and it was like... a solid 4/5, nothing crazy. Last time we got the honey latte though and that one definitely ate a little harder. Still a cute hang, just maybe not life-changing beans.

edit: there's so much to address here, but you're…read moremanipulating the stories to paint yourself as a frail old woman who can't do anything wrong. that's a lie. first of all. i never gave you permission to call me "Sky", you just started doing that because you couldn't be bothered to put the effort in. my name is Skylar. second. i have experienced quite a few things i mentioned here. otherwise, i wouldn't have mentioned it! i know how you are and im not stupid. i wouldn't speak on something i don't know about. however. we're not the mean girls - you are. but you're too stuck in your own way to realize your wrongdoings. not naming names, but we are not the only people to feel this way. you talk badly about volunteers, employees, interns, and customers behind their back - all while talking sweetly to their face, calling them "Lovie". you have no right to tell us that we are "mean girls", as we're just standing up to you after the things you've said and done to us. also stop stalking my social medias from the KCL accounts. i see it and it's weird. :) original: this review is based on my personal experience as a volunteer. this was previously a 5-star review, but after spending more time around Cindy, the owner, I've changed it to 1 star. i volunteered at KCL for a year and consistently saw sick cats (worms, respiratory issues, vomiting, etc.), largely because Cindy refuses to use proper disinfectants. aside from one product mandated by a vet, cleaning relies on essential oils and herbal soaps, which are not sufficient for disease control. the employees and interns are genuinely kind people, and my opinion of them hasn't changed. However, due to Cindy's behavior, i stopped volunteering and visiting entirely. the lounge was once under investigation because of her behavior, and based on my experience, those concerns were valid. Cindy presents herself as compassionate, but she is manipulative, unprofessional, and often cruel. She talks badly about employees to others, slut-shames staff, dismisses sexual harassment, spreads personal and intimate information, and retaliates when employees or volunteers set boundaries. volunteers are guilt-tripped into overworking, and those who say no are treated differently. she also speaks disrespectfully about paying customers and regularly gives unsolicited medical opinions despite not being a doctor. when concerns are brought to her, she deflects blame, refuses accountability, and dismisses criticism. Cindy claims KCL is struggling due to lack of visitors, but the high prices, tense environment, overall mismanagement, and homeless camp in the parking lot may be why. i sent her a detailed message explaining my concerns; her response was dismissive and condescending, and she took no responsibility. the cats, staff, and volunteers deserve far better than this leadership.

Love this place! The vibe in here is very relaxed. Whether staying for the local baked goods and…read morecoffee or for the cats, it's such a great addition to the neighborhood. I've gone to grab breakfast and just watch the cats through the picture window.

Ice cream was great , got the midnight chocolate and it was honestly delicious …read more.. Staff were awesome and super friendly .... It's located in the joinery were there is a bunch of small food options but Mayday for sure take the cake on ice cream there !! Love the fun colorful vibe ... I do suggest to maybe have a sherbet option of some sort , just fruit for thought. Baby approved

Good ice cream, great service - would def return! Lovely, chill ambiance; not an overstimulating…read morecrowd Friday afternoo. We had the flight with the following flavors: Chocolate 2/5, I generally steer from chocolate ice cream, hubs is the opposite and enjoyed it Cookies'n cream 5/5, one of my favs Matcha strawberry 3/5, don't taste matcha so much very subtle but sharp contrast from strawberry Biscoff Nutella 5/5, fav of both ours - very smooth texture Cloud 9 Almond 4/5, really good but better in moderation or mixed with others Triple vanilla 3/5, good but unimpressed Not pictured, Sampled mint 3/5, good but in moderation