Black & Brew in downtown Lakeland is exactly what a neighborhood café should be--welcoming, energetic, 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. read more

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Good espresso, atmosphere with friendly service. Good selection of drinks. Shirts and coffee beans for sale as well. Recommended! read more

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The coffee was good and the place is a vibe. The jalepeno popper sandwich is a must try!!! But only on the sourdough... I ordered it last time and they gave it to me on a biscuit and it just didn't hit the same. Staff is always very friendly! read more

Black & Brew - Jalepeno Popper Breakfast Sandwich - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lakeland, Florida

First time trying Black & Brew and it did not disappoint!! The staff is friendly. The location is pretty and welcoming. The banana foster iced latte was delicious! I got the half and half combo: half street corn Cobb salad and half bocadillo sandwich and both were sooo good! I can't wait to go back and try out other menu items! read more

Black & Brew - Half street corn Cobb salad & half Bocadillo sandwich - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lakeland, Florida

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10/10 in service, food and ambiance! It's been two years since I've been here and they've kept the concept on excellent customer service (Lucas, Chloe and the young man who makes it a point to greet every customer). The food was superb! I missed breakfast and I'm glad that I did because I got to explore their delicious lunch menu with the 1/2 & 1/2 options. I tried the half Bahni sandwich with the 1/2 Napa Valley salad (substitute the raisins for chickpeas) and all sauces on the side. I also snagged a blueberry muffin. Everything was delicious! Typing this makes me want to get another muffin for a midnight snack. It was so good. I'm convinced it had a hint of coconut. Definitely the spot to check out each time you're in town. They do not miss. You're welcome and enjoy! read more

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One of the best coffee shops in Lakeland. They use local vendors and have a great seasonal menu at all times. Their chai latte is so good - from actual chai tea made in a concentrate. The staff is always kind and food comes out timely. The downtown location is larger inside than you think. The outside seating is great to enjoy the weather. Overall, one of the best coffee shops in Lakeland and very consistent. read more

Black & Brew - Seasonal ham holiday sandwich - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lakeland, Florida

I spotted Black and Brew on a drive, and I stopped by for a quick tea and snack. I saw they had a tea called Rainy Bookstore which caught my eye. It is black tea with malt, bergamot, and lavender. I got it iced. It was so good, I bought a box of it! It was so refreshing and cozy! I'll definitely be back if I ever find myself in the area again. read more

Black & Brew - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lakeland, Florida

Stopped by Black & Brew in Lakeland during the Saturday market for a little pick-me-up, and their Strawberry Shortcake Matcha Latte did not disappoint! The flavors were bold yet perfectly balanced, and I loved that they offered oat milk as an option. This isn't my first time trying their matcha, and it remains a delicious option! A heads-up--if you're visiting during the market, expect a long wait. Both times I've been, the line was out the door, and from entry to receiving my drink, it took about 30-35 minutes. So, definitely not a grab-and-go spot on a busy Saturday. That said, the ambiance inside is lovely, with exposed brick, beautiful floral artwork and plenty of seating. The space is clean, the staff is friendly and welcoming, and they offer a variety of breakfast sandwiches and sweet treats that look delicious. If you have time to spare and want a high-quality matcha latte, it's worth the visit! read more

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Black & Brew got me in a chokehold fr. I've pulled up every single day this weekend like it's my part-time job. Staff did such a good job making it cozy fall core. Food and drinks have been bussin every time, no skips. Staff is kind and looks like they actually enjoy being here haha. Honestly, every location just hits, like they cloned the good vibes. 5 stars, my seasonal depression is powerless here. read more

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My friend has an onion allergy and this place was so kind to accommodate him with his salad. I have never been here before and the staff were so friendly in answering our questions even when there was a long line. The place is nice and clean. Our food was delicious and the staff were so helpful. What I like the most that the staff was constantly cleaning and making sure that the place is clean. I had the chicken pesto sandwich with a lobster bisque and a salted caramel iced coffee . My friend had the barbecue flatbread pizza which he ate all of it and really liked and the salad without any onions and he really enjoyed it . read more

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Stopped in today in the middle of our Saturday Farmers Market visit and ordered Shaken Espresso Coquito, hot chocolate, Jeannie's Espresso Dulce, Deviled Egg Salad Tartine ($6.55) and a cup of vegetable soup ($4.05). All of the drinks were really good and I will definitely order the Shaken Espresso Coquito again. The Deviled Egg Salad Tartine was so over the top spicy that it was not edible. Even scraping the egg salad off couldn't save the bread. The vegetable soup was slightly spicy and excellent. We would definitely order this again. There was a long line to order which shows how popular this cafe is. We interacted with two staff members, one at the register and one who served our food and both were really nice and helpful. This cafe has quite a few tables both inside and outside. We enjoy Black & Brew and look forward to our next visit. read more

I visited Black & Brew every day while on vacation in Lakeland. It was the best place for me to find gluten free breakfast and the environment was relaxing. Everyone was friendly and helpful too. The medium roast black coffee was so great I ordered it each morning! They also have a wide selection of teas and I enjoyed an iced tea that was infused with flavor but not sweet. The breakfast sandwiches were pretty good and I liked the apple butter bowl. You have to like apple butter because it is pretty strong. Maybe my favorite thing I had was the street corn Cobb salad. My only wish would be that they offer mugs when dining in. All drinks are served in paper to go cups, which is convenient for leaving early, but not as cozy and eco friendly. read more

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the carrot cake latte on the spring menu is the single best latte i have ever had. the building is adorable and the people are lovely too! read more

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The coffee tasted burnt and my sandwich was nothing special... I really wanted to like this place but at least the staff was nice! read more

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Our favorite place! Staff is always friendly, very neighborly feel. Love the praline bisquit. Visit here regularly two, three times a week. Love the outdoor seating. read more

Love the beautiful building, friendly staff, and overall vibe. I didn't love that the chicken on my sandwich and 1/2 salad was deli meat-super salty. Love that they offer a pick two for lunch!! Really delicious frappe! I'd go back and try something else the next time we're in town for RP Funding dance competition. read more

What a find in Lakeland! I drove to Lakeland from Tampa, to meet with a friend living in Orlando. Such kind service, great outdoor seating, and fantastic food. I ordered a cup of lobster bisque with a strawberry salad of some sort, accompanied by a hot matcha latte with peppermint flavoring. All was delicious! I'd love to come back the next time I find myself in Lakeland. read more

I am from Connecticut and when ever I am traveling I always make sure to try all the local coffee shops. At B&B I loved the atmosphere supper cute relaxing patio. The breasta was very sweet and it is very clean. My only recommendation/suggestion is to add more different flavors. read more

I work right next door (if you don't like my review don't come looking for me please) so I come here almost every day, more than once sometimes. I've never walked away unhappy with my experience. One of my favorite things about B+B is how much seating they have. My coworkers and I love to come here in the mornings for our pre-work chats, and enjoy a drink or pastry in the meantime. Their seasonal drinks are a little too sweet for me, but that's just a personal preference. The servers and staff are always incredibly kind and smiley, and take the service to the next level! In addition to coffee, it's also one of my favorite lunch spots in Lakeland. If you've never been, I always recommend their Choose Two, with the chicken caesar salad, and the chicken pesto sandwich. It's a game changer! read more

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I've been coming here since 2014 and enjoyed having lunch here with my coworkers. It's a go to for breakfast and lunch. The biscuit sandwich were amazing, but wasn't a fan of the avocado toast. It had way too much acidity and no flavor. read more

Black & Brew - Hot Honey breakfast biscuit, Chai Latte Coffee Smoked Turkey and fruits. Got the avocado toast, probably our least favorite. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lakeland, Florida

Remains my favorite breakfast and lunch spot in Lakeland. Good coffee and frapes. Good vibes. Very relaxing place to just hang out in downtown. Staff is always pleasant and food is reasonably priced. Will always return here. read more

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Solid coffee shop. Usually a wait and there's nothing particularly special about it but... I'm not looking for an experience at a coffee shop - just steady and consistent! read more

Was staying down the street from this place and was looking for coffee! We got there around 11:30am on Saturday and it was fairly steady. Much of it was due to the Veterans Day parade going on, but we were able to grab a table and enjoy our food. My husband opted for the roast turkey sandwich and I opted for the white cheddar grilled cheese. We originally wanted breakfast, but they stop serving breakfast at 11 AM. The sandwiches were good but the turkey was not evenly spread over the bread so there really wasn't anything at the end of the sandwich. My white cheddar was good, definitely is a strong sandwich with some of the cheese choices but I enjoyed it. Each sandwich came with a bag of chips. My husband also got a cappuccino, and while it was good, it was primarily foam. The location was incredibly busy again, not sure if it was because Saturday and the farmers market was going on or if it was because the Veterans Day parade, but, there was always a line of people waiting to place an order read more

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Black & Brew is a pretty solid place to grab a coffee if you are in the Lakeland, Florida area. Lakeland certainly has grown and with that growth they have some nice restaurants, bars, etc. The service here was friendly and I enjoyed the overall ambiance of the place. Definitely warm and inviting. If you find yourself in Lakeland, Florida and craving (or needing) a coffee, I would definitely recommend Black & Brew. read more

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

Had their breakfast sandwich for the first time and it was absolutely delicious! Buttery biscuit and sweetened bacon were such a great combo to start my morning. I've always gone for the coffee which is my favorite in Lakeland but they just made a food customer too! read more

Atmosphere - Just OK. This is the Main Street location. The restaurant is a bit on the small side with regard to seating both inside and outside along the sidewalk. The process involves ordering at the counter and having the food delivered to your table. It seemed as though the restaurant enjoys a significant take out business. Which may explain why the chairs are uncomfortable and there is no one keeping an eye on vacated tables so purposes of cleaning them. Service - Very Good. The ordering process is efficient and our food was delivered in a reasonable time frame. Food - Mixed experience. I ordered the soup and half sandwich. The soup was lobster bisque. It was served warm, but not nearly as hot as I would expect. It was thick and a decent flavor. However there was absolutely no lobster (no chunks nor any shredded meat) to be found in the soup). The half sandwich was the Bocadillo. The portion size was reasonable, the baguette fresh, the ham, cheese and other toppings were plentiful and very good. What I enjoyed most about the sandwich was the olive oil garlic aioli sauce. Overall Value - Good, but could have been great. The menu prices are very reasonable and the quality is pretty good. With some effort on the part of the manager on duty to ensure that tables are kept clean and hot food items are served hot, the restaurant could easily earn a 4 star rating. A five star rating could be earned by ensuring that their "Signature Lobster Bisque Soup" actually had lobster in every serving. read more

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Was in the area and had a delicious meal here that tasted fresh and homemade. Ordered half sandwich and soup combo and it was delicious! The cafe is a nice place to work and beat the heat as well. I also ordered a strawberry basil green tea and I was surprised at how natural it is and not overly sweet, my favorite kinds of drinks are not sweet. It was super refreshing. Service was efficient and quick. Free WiFi, and perfect place for socializing or working or studying! Loved how natural and fresh and homemade everything was! read more

Black & Brew - Half sandwich and half Tuscan sausage potato soup and a strawberry basil green tea - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lakeland, Florida

Amazing food and coffee. I had the rancheros biscuit breakfast sandwich, and it was so good I got another! I got the iced latte, no added flavors and it was very tasty. read more

Fast and courteous service and lovely outdoor seating area. We only had coffee so I will have to review the food later.

excellent service. quality and taste I bought the salted Camera iced latte. The foam is excellent. A lot of places I go to it melts too quickly, and this one stays in the cup in order to enjoy it. I also for the first time bought a peanut butter bowl OMG so good for a good balane healthy sweet snack highly recommended service was great. They got our drinks out so quickly thank you. read more

This place was okay! I don't drink coffee so I try to try something different and non-coffee at coffee shops. Something tasted really off about the frozen hot chocolate I got. It wasn't quite sweet or chocolately? Idk how to explain it. The pie was fine! The service was good. You're handed a table placard and they bring your drinks & food to you. I loved that they had indoor & outdoor seating! The inside smelled heavily of something like essential oils or patchouli when we went so we decided to sit outside to escape the smell. The decor was cute inside though! read more

Black & Brew - Peanut butter mousse pie - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lakeland, Florida

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I had the caramel macchiato and my bf had the chai tea. We both loved our choices and got the carrot cake to try. It was moist and not too sweet. The butter cream icing was great. My coffee was a little bitter so I asked them to add more almond milk and it was perfect. My parents got the triple chocolate and the one with peanut butter mousse pie. Both were so good but I loved the carrot cake the most. Would definitely come back to try food items since they have a great selection of soup, salads and sandwiches. read more

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Seems like the place to be for lunch. It was packed on Thursday 12:30 pm. Had the mushroom sandwich which was very tasty, and the Mexican hot chocolate (came back for a latte which was good but fav was the chai latte, very cinnamony, the way I like it). Very satisfied. A must stop, interior and exterior are very inviting. read more

A quaint little restaurant in the heart of Lakeland. Located inside the Lakeland Public Library, Blake & Brew has a small but concrete menu. I ordered the Corn Cobb Salad at the restaurant and was given a number and told to find a seat as my food would be brought to me. I couldn't find a table indoors either at the table or on the couch so I went outside to eat where there were plenty of tables. If you're looking for a fast and yummy place to eat after studying at the library, this is the right place. read more

Black & Brew - Street Corn Cobb Salad - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lakeland, Florida

always a good time. food is fresh and the people here are always kind and helpful. I recommend the rancheros breakfast sandwich if you like a kick of flavor. read more

Black & Brew - because everyone should know what love tastes like. Some high school kids recommended this place several years ago and took me by. That's when my addiction began. This place is far more than food - it is an atmosphere where you can go and truly relax. The food is amazing. My favorites are the Strawberry prailine salad, chicken pesto sandwhich and bacon praline breakfast sandwhich. There is no place I've found anywhere that makes savory food that brings nutrients and flavor everytime I go. Their iced chai tea latte's are amazing. AMAZING. If you have tried them elsewhere and are 'eh about them...give these a try. Their Lake Morton/library location was always my favorite - but was a bit far for me. It was worth the drive. Then they opened their south location. I couldn't imagine how they would bring the same atmosphere to an old donuts drive thru place. They have done it. I go there to just breathe. Customer service is also top notch. I never ever leave thinking an employee is anything but patient, friendly and accommodating. Even when I ask for their strawberry jelly after the fact. Seriously - I don't know how they manage to make their food so consistently but they do. As I said - love in every bite. read more

Black & Brew - Prailine Bacon Breakfast Sandwhich and Hot Chai Tea - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lakeland, Florida

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The food is 10/10 The service is friendly and quick There is plenty of tables and the decor is so cute! read more

Black & Brew - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lakeland, Florida

This is the best black and brew location due to the hours and just atmosphere. Can be busy on weekends but it's a really nice spot overall.

Coffee shops are my kryptonite, but as such, I'm probably more of a harsh critic. Love the vibe of this place. Came here on a Sunday afternoon after having lunch nearby. Staff is super cool. Great setup of the space. Great menu selections. I went with the ice latte with a pump of sugar-free vanilla, oat milk, and stevia. My only complaint is that the cup had to have had a hole in the bottom. I don't think it lasted 5 minutes before it was gone. It was sooooo good. I would definitely come back here. It looked like they had some great food options, which I would love to try. read more

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