The food is always amazing. The atmosphere is beautiful and romantic! We've been going to Chef T's Garden Grill for at least 10 years! Never disappoints! Hope you'll try it! read more

When I mentioned to my boyfriend that there was a restaurant that I wanted to try, he couldn't recall a restaurant in that area because it's fairly residential. Chef T's is truly the definition of a hidden gem. It's such a charming and cozy place that feels like dining at someone's home. The food and service were excellent and the decor is beautiful. It's the perfect place for a special occasion or a romantic date. Definitely one of Lakeland's best! read more

Chef T's Garden Grill - American Near Me - Lakeland, Florida

I always love coming to this Lakeland Treasure. The ambiance and atmosphere is warm and intimate. Dining in a house turned restaraunt lends to the intimacy and coziness of the dining experience. Upon arriving we were greeted by Chef Terry (Chef T) who introduced himself and seated us. As it turned out he and my husband knew each other from the gym so there was an instant connection there. The food was very delicious and I complimented Chef T on the presentation. I had the salmon with rice pilaf. and my husband had the Chicken tortellini. Our waiter attended to us in a timely manner and there was no excessive waits for anything throughout the service.. All in all a great experience. We plan on returning with friends in the near future. read more

Chef T's Garden Grill - Salmon with Rice Pilaf and Green Beans. - American Near Me - Lakeland, Florida

One of the greatest restaurants in town. Hearty and cheesy French onion soup, Chicken San Pretonio indescribable! So tender , You can cut it with a fork. I'm not even sure what the creamy sauce is on top of it, but it's crazy good! In fact you can just close your eyes and point to Something on the menu, and it will be perfect and delicious! read more

Cool place with awesome food and service! A local gem a little off the beaten path. Highly recommend!

My sister and I went there for my 75th birthday, on a recommendation from a friend. I was very disappointed. First of all, it was very cold in there. Second, we were isolated in a room by ourselves. The room was very pretty but dark. and with no one else around, it seemed very cold and uninviting. The server was good and she wished me a happy birthday. The food was the biggest disappointment. It was at best average. It didn't have much flavor, salt helped a little. Needless to say I won't be going back there. read more

The food is fantastic, the wait staff is very professional, and the atmosphere is private and quiet!

My wife and I visited Chef T's for dinner last weekend and had a nice experience. We started the meal with the French Onion Soup. The soup was rich and flavorful, filled with savory soaked bread and topped with melted Swiss and Provolone cheeses. We also shared the Escargot appetizer. The escargots were tender and juicy and soaked in a rich white wine and sherry sauce and topped with tender earthy mushrooms. For my entrée, I had the Veal Marsala. The veal was tender with a light savory breading and topped with a rich earthy marsala sauce. To end the meal we couldn't resist the Limoncello Cake which was moist, had a nice lemony flavor and was topped with an airy whipped topping. Overall, Chef T's is worth a visit in Lakeland. The restaurant is very small so I recommend making a reservation in advance. read more

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A fantastic place to enjoy excellent food and intimate dining. We always have a pleasant experience. My only wish is that they have chocolate cake on hand more frequently. But that won't stop us from going back! read more

This is our favorite restaurant in Lakeland. This is a "date night" venue. It is cozy and quiet, with top notch service and amazing food. Only open three nights a week, so get a reservation. read more

Delicious dinner and atmosphere!!! My husband and I made reservations for a Thursday night. The lighting was perfect, our waitress was also awesome she was knowledgeable and on point with everything. I ordered the lamb chops with sour cream and chive mashed potatoes and green beans. My husband ordered the five cheese tortellini with a wine cream sauce topped with the chefs grilled chicken, and it was to die for!!! ABSOLUTELY AMAZING EXPERIENCE HERE! Loved it for our date night! Thanks Chef T's read more

Chef T's Garden Grill - Lamb chop's - American Near Me - Lakeland, Florida

Fantastic food and service. Very quaint location. Have been several times and have never been disappointed

My wife love this place. We save it for our most special occasions! We love the intimate spacing of the rooms. It's an amazing value!

The quaint house setting is fantastic. The down part is if you have loud customers, then there isn't enough to absorb the noise. The parking can be tricky if busy, but it is adequate for most visits. Now, to the service, Jenne was five 's. She was attentive, pleasant, and not pushy. She had a great attitude and was friendly. This was the highlight for sure, and why we will try again! They have a wonderful wine-by-the-glass or bottle selection. The French onion soup was good, but a tad to salty for me everyone has their taste. The stuffed cod was tender and tasty but was missing something. The escargot was delicious and the perfect amount . The veal and peas were different, not bad, just not to our liking; again, to each their own. The bread was tasty, and the place settings were well done. Now the limoncello cake give me that first; it was outstanding!! This would be an excellent place for a date or with friends. Make a reservation as they are open 5-8 pm, and last seating is 745pm!! We will be back to try again!! No pictures simply because we were avoiding phones read more

This is one of my favorite places for a celebratory dinner. The food is delicious, well prepared and the service is impeccable. But best of all, you can hear the people at your table. With so many rooms people are secluded and when you eat, you're not shouting at each other over noise and Muzak. It's a delight to have dinner here. read more

Service and the food was on point! It was a definite dining experience and we can't wait to go back!

Went for a birthday party of 11 people. Ordered 2 calamari, and escargot for apps they were perfectly cooked and fresh. I had the veal with shrimp and scallops. Seasoned and cooked to perfection. Everyone's dishes looked great and everyone enjoyed their dishes. Service was excellent. Never an empty glass , meals were served promptly. Enjoyed the quaint and cozy atmosphere of a rustic home. Would make a great date night. Chef Terry did a superb dinner service. read more

Superb hidden gem in Lakeland. As a party of 4, ordering Lobster Ravioli, Crab Cakes, Stuffed Cod and the shrimp, w pistachios and brandy sauce (appetizer upgraded to a dinner) we didn't have one bad meal! Every meal was exquisitely prepared and the flavors were amazing. We also had the French onion soup which was beefy and flavorful. Our only suggestion about the food is we all felt the Brie we ordered as an starter would have been creamier if cooked a little longer. The atmosphere is very quaint and cozy being in a converted house. It was rather loud as we were in the dining room directly in from the front door where a larger party of 8 was also being served. Even with the noise Would highly recommend Chef T's and will definitely visit again! read more

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Great food, service and ambiance all in one place. Highly recommended in Lakeland. Perfect for date night!

Best dining in the area. The food is superb. Unique setting. Great service. Renowned chef haw made an impact locally for decades. read more

Been to chef t's several times a d never been disappointed. Chef t is the best,does wonders with food.

We went to Chef T's for dinner. Jenny was our server and she was amazing! Her suggestions were on point! We had the French onion soup it had so much flavor and depth it was delicious! We also ordered the crab cake which was the BEST crab cake I have ever had. The Brie appetizer was delish! For our dinner we had the cod special that has such complex flavor. It was cooked perfectly and the rice tasted like fall. This is going to be our fave place from now on! The restaurant is in an old house and was redone beautifully. Such a classy and beautiful establishment! read more

Chef T's Garden Grill - French onion soup!!! Yumm - American Near Me - Lakeland, Florida

Great service, excellent food and the atmosphere is like eating in someone's dining room. Highly recommend Chef-T's

Delicious as usual. Love the ambiance in addition to the food and drinks. Service is always excellent. Highly recommend

Very nice experience and meal. Service was good and the meal was excellent. This was our first visit. Facility is set in an old house with table seating in the various rooms. Rooms were quaint and intimate. Menu is not expansive, but more than adequate. Very nice wine selection by the bottle or glass. The attire of the other patrons was casual - no tee shirts but nothing formal either. Parking in the rear was sufficient. We will definitely return! read more

Always my favorite restaurant in polk county. My puppies loved their food. I introduced Peterson and Myers to this gem restaurant. Best place every. read more

We decided at the last minute to hit up Chef T's on a Wednesday night. They took us in at the last minute, but there were only two other tables being served. Sam did a great job with the serving. The food was good but we did not think it was very fresh. The ambiance was special and intimate and we even made a few friends. read more

Party of 5 for a friend's birthday dinner. The food was delicious. Service was excellent. Beautiful decor.

Absolutely delicious dinner. We all ordered the veal Marsala, and I've never tasted any as well-prepared.

Excellent food and great servers! Parking is a little tight getting in and out. No other negatives.

The service was great; the food: fabulous! There is an excellent wine selection. We'll be back! read more

Great anniversary dinner! Loved the service and food and atmosphere! Win win!!! The parking was in the back and easy walk in with nice floral walk! Outside seat cute too! read more

We came back because we loved the dinner the first time around. This time we ordered salads, which literally came out of a can at $9.00 a pop. Canned green beans and canned beets topped the garden salad. Probably the worst salads we ever had to eat out, especially at that price. The fish dish had rice that tasted like a box I would make for the kids. The veggies didn't taste fresh either. For a bill that was almost $200.00 to include a bottle of wine and an appetizer we won't be back here. read more

Dined out for my wife's birthday. She picked the restaurant and it could not have been better. The three of us had a nice cross section of dishes. We started with the escargot. It was amazing. Best I've ever had. We then had the soup of the night a spicy Italian sausage and lentil. Once again bold amazing flavor. Entrees were a baked cod with crab, chicken San pretonio, and lobster ravioli topped with shrimp. They were all full of flavor with sides that were perfection. The green beans were seasoned perfectly. We finished with limoncello cake. My wife's had a candle. Excellent service effort by the staff. Our glasses never ran dry and as a dish was finished it was cleared. First rate service. Mark it down as a perfect place for a special occasion or just a fine meal. read more

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Food was great and service was awesome. The ambiance is amazing and romantic. We go there every year for our anniversary. read more

Awesome Food Great Service Loved the Ambiance The Very Best and if you don't try it, you have missed a great experience! read more

This place is truly amazing! This is the perfect play for a birthday or any cause for celebration. I came here with my mom for Mother's Day. The food is a bit pricey but you truly get what you paid for! As you can see from a photo of my plate, I enjoyed every bite! read more

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Everything was great! Great service with fresh and delicious food. The ambiance was nice. Restaurant is in a house so atmosphere was warm and cozy. I would recommend Chef T's and will definitely be going back. read more

I recently went to Chef Ts on a recommendation. I love escargot and saw it was on their menu so I was excited to go their for dinner with a friend who was visiting from my native New Jersey (here in Lakeland for 2 yrs). Well, the escargot were def previously frozen and the sauce they came in lacked the garlic that escargot always have. We both ordered short ribs for our entree...... well if you need to use a knife on short ribs something is wrong. Neither of us ate much of our entree and why we brought it home I don't know as it was horrid and it will wind up in the trash. The waiter reminded us both of Lurch from the Adams family absolutely ZERO personality or anything that made us feel welcome. HE could have been disregarded if the food was edible. Additionally, the menu is very very small. On the online menu it listed lamb chops and filet mignon neither of which did they have as I planned on lamb chops. Well Im certain I didn't miss much. Time to get it together there. The restaurant was mostly empty and now I know why. I will not go back. read more

Tried out Chef T's for the first time today for mother's day. All of the food was amazing. The scallops and stuffed cod fish were especially delicious. Paul provided excellent service! read more

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