I love this place but this will be the last time I will be visiting. $16 for 2 kids lemonade? I'm won't be complaining about anything else besides that because the food is actually good, But I will not be returning ever again! $16 por dos limonadas para niños!! read more

Antojitos Navideños Restaurant - Puerto Rican Near Me - Lakeland, Florida

Wow mi primera vez aquí y les puedo decir que es un ambiente acogedor, buen servicio y la comida buen sabor y sazon , como si estuvieses en una casita de familia en PR , mi gente les digo un negocio que vale la pena visitar porque negocios asi ya no quedan read more

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I was craving mangu and to my surprise they didn't have any. So I placed an order for yuca to pick up. It took 20 mins. I explored the restaurant once again. They now created a living room setting with a book shelf. It was around lunch time and there were 3 tables taken. I'm still in search for authentic puertorican food and this is the closest thing. Will keep returning to try different items from the menu. read more

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Not going to lie, this place broke my heart a little bit. My family and I were so excited to try out this restaurant after church as we are always looking for more places to try in Lakeland, unfortunately, it didn't live up to the expectation. It started off great as they brought out some soup samples and they Had some great choices on the menu, Food was ok, but was NOT worth the 2 hours we had to wait, there weren't many people there but I believe they were also low on the cooks. I wish the meats had more layers of flavors. The food just was lacking for me. Maybe it was an off day as I have only been here this one time, but it wasn't worth it for me to come back and try again unfortunately The ambiance was ok as well as the service! Our server was very sweet and tried to help as much as possible which was definitely appreciated! Everything overall was ok. Wish the best read more

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Habia un alboroto que me dio un dolor de ca cabeza y no disfrute de la comida. El Restaurant tenía una música, y la barra al lado otra demasiado de alta. Lo que se oía, era un revolu. Se tardaron un montón sirviendo la comida y los plátanos verdes y alcapurrias no parecían frescos. La carne de bistec estaba super salada. Lo único bueno fue que la mesera era bien amable. No lo recomiendo! Habia un alboroto que me dio un dolor de ca cabeza y no disfrute de la comida. El Restaurant tenía una música, y la barra al lado otra demasiado de alta. Lo que se oía, era un revolu. Se tardaron un montón sirviendo la comida y los plátanos verdes y alcapurrias no parecían frescos. La carne de bistec estaba super salada. Lo único bueno fue que la mesera era bien amable. No lo recomiendo! read more

I was very disappointed with the food and prices. We ordered a few meals and some of them lacked flavor. For the high prices, I thought there would be bigger portions or something extra thrown in, such as, a drink. Not only the high price of the food but a 3.99% service charge is added that I was not informed about. New law will change this July 2026 making them disclose the extra charges. read more

First they start you off with a complimentary bowl of soup, the main course is absolutely Delicious and authenic to the island. Prices are reasonable and service is Excellent. They are very attendtive to your every need. Great ambiance with traditional music and you can take pictures. Food reminds me of my mom & grandma's cooking. Staff makes you feel at home. Definietly worth the trip and the price. read more

A hidden authentic Spanish gem in Lakeland. The food was tasty and well proportioned. Great variety of options that reminded us of Puerto Rico cuisine. A must try and a 'we'll be back again'! read more

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Excellente! A wide selection on the menu. Cute ambiance with attentive service staff. I would definitely recommend for those both familiar with Puerto Rican cuisine, and those interested to try it. Buen Provecho! read more

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La comida buena pero los precios son muy altos para la calidad y tipo de negocio el servicio es bueno con ambiente familiar pero te cobran hasta las pisadas solo los especiales son verdaderamente razonables gracias read more

This restaurant has improved a lot. So creative in their new menu. You can find from traditional puertorrican food to the new Chinese infusion. Only this place offers a authentic island environment with a personalized service. My guest were impressed with the food, presentation and service. !! Good job on so many new a good things happening. read more

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Deben trabajar en la consistencia de sus platos, fui por segunda ocasión porque la primera vez quedé casi bastante complacida, pero esta vez el sabor de los platos no era el mismo. Un arroz con gandules seco, el mofongo no llegó a las expectativas y la piña colada sabía a crema de coco y whip cream. La decoración de Easter en la piña colada... mucha azúcar granulada rosa no hacía falta. Además que no entiendo el cargo por servicio plus la propina sugerida la sacan del total y no del subtotal como debería ser. Uno quiere auspiciar los pequeños negocios, pero estos detalles son los que hacen cambiar de opinión. read more

El servicio fue genial. La camarera fue súper amable con nosotros. Nos dio una pequeña muestra de sopita. Nos dieron los mofongo bowls, ¡2 por $25! gran oferta y tan lleno. Aproveche si sus precios. I wish I took a picture, the food was so good. I recommend to anyone! Cute place, nice service, good authentic food at great price. read more

Great food and service definitely will be back just like my Mami's cooking Plus great live music as bonus read more

Antojitos Navideños Restaurant - Drinks - Puerto Rican Near Me - Lakeland, Florida

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This Authentic Puerto Rican cuisine establishment is an explosion of bold and vibrant flavors that will leave your taste buds begging for more. From succulent roast pork to crispy tostones, every dish is infused with a unique blend of spices and seasonings that bring the tropics to your plate. I had the pleasure of indulging in some amazing food on 6/27/23 for lunch, and let me just say, my taste buds are still singing! I started with some Alcapurrias accompanied with some hot sauce sauce that made it absolutely heavenly. The Alcapurrias was so flavorful. I had the pleasure of being served by one of the most exceptional waitresses I have encountered in a long time. I am so bad with names, and please forgive me if I get your name wrong but on the receipt it says Yulianet. From the moment she greeted me with a warm smile to the moment I left the restaurant, she exuded a level of professionalism, attentiveness, and genuine kindness that truly set her apart. Not only was she knowledgeable about the menu, but she also took the time to listen to my specific dietary preferences and offer thoughtful suggestions. Her recommendations were spot-on, and every dish she brought to my table was executed flawlessly. She gave me some Sopa de Salchichon. WoW, all the flavors of this soup was as if you were coming home and your mom or grandmother was cooking. All the flavors of Puerto Rico was in this bowl of goodness. Each spoonful of this soup was a savory masterpiece, warming the soul and leaving a lingering taste that was both comforting and joyful. It was an experience that reminded me of the simple pleasures in life and the incredible power of a well-crafted dish, and that's just the soup. Imagine the rest of the other dishes. What truly stood out was her ability to anticipate my needs even before I had to ask. She checked in on me regularly, striking the perfect balance between being attentive without being overbearing. Beyond her impeccable service, her warmth and friendliness created an atmosphere that made me feel like a valued guest. She took the time to engage in friendly conversation, with myself and with other customers. Yulianet went above and beyond to make my dining experience all the more enjoyable. For my main course, I opted for the Carne Frita con Arroz con Habichuelas y ensalada, and all of it was love at first bite. The beans were perfectly cooked and combined Calabaza which makes for a flavorful tomato sauce, and a medley of herbs and spices that gave the dish that quintessential Puerto Rican flavor. It was hearty, satisfying, and extremely delicious. To round off my meal, I savored every last bite. Overall, the meal was a true fusion of bold and sublime flavors that honored the heritage and culture of Puerto Rico. If you're looking for a true culinary experience, look no further than Antojitos Navidenos Restaurant. cuisine. The food is a testament to the creativity and ingenuity of its owner, staff, and it's definitely worth a taste. In conclusion, my waitress's exceptional service combined with her genuine kindness made my dining experience truly remarkable. I left the restaurant feeling not only satisfied with the delicious food but also grateful for encountering such a remarkable and beautiful individual. Thank you so much Antojitos Navidenos staff and thank you so much Yulianet. I am looking forward in trying more dishes and seeing the wonderful staff. Hats off to the chef. I would love to learn some of your skills. People, go and try it out for yourself and be whisked away to Puerto Rico. Your tummy would thank you. read more

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I took the family there, and the food was not good. It had no flavor. The Chinese food was dry, and the garlic shrimp was bland. The arroz con gandules had a taste that was not normal. The canoa was bland; they didn't even put cheese on it. They also charge you a 3% surcharge, plus they add the tip on top of that. They have to clean up the place due to the many cobwebs and light fixtures that were extremely dirty. I posted this on their Facebook page, and they blocked me. I would never recommend. Not Puerto Rican at all. read more

Let me start saying from the very cold beer, to the fresh appetizer, main plate and dessert!! I can't express myself more how delicious Puerto Rican food was!! Everything super fresh, delicious!! I would definitely recommend location to anyone that would like to have a little taste of our authentic Puerto Rican food!! Many blessings to the owner of this location. Loved it. Would definitely return at this location!! read more

Antojitos Navideños Restaurant - La Borinqueña!! Wow, wow wow!! Chícharon de pollo, Carne frita, sorullito, queso, tostones!! - Puerto Rican Near Me - Lakeland, Florida

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Food is always great but service is slow. Not sure if quality of food goes down if they sped it up. Just don't go if you are in a tight schedule. read more

I drove 1 hour to get there. Waited about 19 minutes to be seated. The wait for the food was worth it. This place was very cute and has that nostalgia of being in Puerto Rico. Will definitely go back. All the plates we had were delicious. Definitely recommend. read more

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Food was delicious. If you want to change your life go here for a flavorful experience! read more

Antojitos Navideños Restaurant - Sopa and mofongo - Puerto Rican Near Me - Lakeland, Florida

I'm unsure if there's been an owner change but my recent multiple visits shows a great improvement in the food quality, both in taste and visual appeal. They work hard to post and use social media, however they post pictures without names of the dishes (or descriptions) which may work for latinos but many of their presentations are too foreign for the local population of eaters. They might get more eaters if they take the time to explain some of their dishes and coax new tastebuds into their shop. They also are a group of Puerto Ricans with low English skills. Thought extremely friendly & welcoming, the language barrier is scary to some and may influence how much the gringos order. That being said, their food is excellent, they've been open 9 am to 9 pm and they recently started a "Bariatrics Menu" of smaller plates for those dieting or having recent bariatric surgery who must eat less. The combinations on these plates are endless. They start with a small complimentary bowl of their hot sausage soup which is vivid with flavor. They also have a small pantry of for sale items imported from the island. They are showing great promise in growing their business, already popular to the Caribbean island culture. Music is not too loud and it is a pleasant meal. They have an extra room that seats 40-ish. Please give them a try, you'll enjoy the experience! read more

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Ok people, this place is very colorful and has a lot of culture here. I honestly haven't had a good authentic dish in a long time. I'm not from PR but I am a Nuyorican, that knows his PR heritage. This place has amazing dishes, where you can just eat the beans by itself and that is not the case in some places. I can't remember what I ordered but the steak was tender and the plantains was moist, it was just sooo good. You will not go wrong with this place, I heard it does get pretty crowded on the weekends so don't be surprised or complain about service, that happens everywhere. Our server Jasmarie was so nice and very attentive, she checked in on us quite often which was nice. If you want some REAL PR authentic food just check this place out it is amazing.. and if I'm wrong I'll pay for your dinner myself!! So when you go just remember I said "Buen Provecho"!! read more

Antojitos Navideños Restaurant - Puerto Rican Near Me - Lakeland, Florida

Terrible experience!!! They didn't have anything on the fridge!!! Not ever French fries!! Terrible la experiencia, manéjanos 2 horas y al llegar un domingo no tenían nada en las neveras ni del menú ni papas fritas! Escribimos la queja en FB y nos bloquearon por eso es que en fb no tienen malos reviews por que los quitan. Esperamos casi hora y media para la comida fría, seca y poca! El mofongo seco y maduro! Nada absolutamente nada de tomar! Un restaurante Boricua sin música ni nada en el menú! read more

Antojitos Navideños Restaurant - Expensive n there was just one longaniza in little pieces! Mofongo was dry without flavor! - Puerto Rican Near Me - Lakeland, Florida

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Great food al little pricey but great food! Great Service and ambiance! I will probably be back when someone else is paying.

Moved from Miami to Lakeland and definitely missed having Hispanic food. Found this spot on yelp and glad we did. They start you off with a small soup, very tasty! The food was great. Loved everything, can't wait to come back to try other things on the menu!! read more

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It felt like being back at the island. Kayla was great awesome customer service.the food hands down great la borinqueña is the way to go. El relleno navideño was real good everything was great. I recommend this place!!! Unique you bill come is a treasure box greater experience!!!! read more

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1st time here and the food was amazing. We got the Churifonga (Chix and Pork) - AMAZEBALLS Definitely coming back read more

Antojitos Navideños Restaurant - Chix Churifonga - Puerto Rican Near Me - Lakeland, Florida

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Great place to stop for a bite to eat. Good prices and very cold drinks. Stop by and check them out today

100% recommend it. Food is delicious, waitress are nice and friendly. Prices are reasonable and the quality of food is excellent. Good job !!!! read more

Poor service and expensive prices compared to comparable places. The food is good but the customer service is disappointing.

Hemos estado en su restaurante en tres ocasiones y jamás tendríamos razones para quejarnos. Hemos recibido la mejor atención de su personal y desde la primera vez nos sentimos familia. Nos encanta el menú, el ambiente boricua y la camaradería contagiosa que allí se respira. Gracias por defender a su empleada de buscones de comida gratis mediante el abuso de quienes le sirven. Ojalá más restaurantes establezcan como práctica defender a su gente. Esos individuos abusivos y maltratantes están especializados en estafar negocios mediante la intimidación. read more

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Servicio regular la comida media fría y cuando se Le dijo al server se molesto se llevaron la comida y al minuto regreso me imagino microondas si trabajan sirviendo no se moleste porque la comida está fria acepte critica por el bien del negocio read more

Love the restaurant for a very long time! Have lunch there frequently. We have ordered food often for the holidays, but NEVER received as much deception as today! The lady at the registered had no patience with me, and after I debated on the menu and the cost, and paid the half she requested, as I left the restaurant, I clearly heard the remark she made about me, to a client who was waiting and in front of guest waiting for their take out. I was furious and tempted to walk back in and request an apology, but was not willing to ruined the meal for the people there nor was I willing to lower myself to her level. Given that she stated that "once I pay the money it will not be refunded" I knew this was not going well already to add a grievance to get my money back. The worst part was that we have been loyal customers, never treated that way and never again will I set foot there except to pick up my order already paid for. Too bad a woman treated us that way today after years of excellence in service and food. Extremely dissatisfied customer read more

The food in this places is AMAZING! If you're looking for some puertorrican food this is the place. Everything was delicious. The have the best mofongo I have ever tried. I wish I can give 10 starts on everything. I visit the place during week days. Was not totally busy. read more

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Came here for the first time because my wife had a hankering for Latin food. The flavors where not only authentic but the service as well. As always extra credit for cold beer. We will be back! read more

OUTSTANDING!!! The service and food is amazing!!! So many options to choose from. The soup took me back home!!! Will definitely come back for more!!! read more

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They welcome you with a sausage soup, so delicious. The Asopao con camarones (The Shrimp Soup) was very delicious, with carrots, squash, onions, green and red peppers, and rice. Full of Puerto Rican Flavor, perfect taste, neither salty or bland. Serve very hot in a cooking pot, love it. With a Mofongo in a side. Very clean, the staff very helpful and respectful. Strongly recommend and will go again. read more

Antojitos Navideños Restaurant - Asopao Camarones (Shrimp Soup) and Mofongo - Puerto Rican Near Me - Lakeland, Florida

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In general, both the price and the taste of the food were very good. The service was average when we arrived, it took them a while to take the order and there were many waitresses, however she realized that they had left us for a while without serving us, so she brought us a soup as a thank you. I really liked the environment with PR products I felt at home read more

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On vacation with my family and decided to check this place out. Just a small place with GREAT food & good service!!! The flavors were wonderful and memories of my childhood came back... Definitely worth trying!!! read more

Tried the "Don Juan" and it is the best. The fried chicken is spot on and ceviches in the middle! Thank you. read more

Antojitos Navideños Restaurant - Puerto Rican Near Me - Lakeland, Florida