If you're ever in Lake Placid and need a caffeine fix with a side of cozy charm, Owl and Otter…read moreEspresso Co. is where you need to perch. My mocha with oat milk was everything I want in a coffee--smooth, chocolatey, and just the right amount of sweet, like a warm hug from an otter who moonlights as a barista. The blueberry scone? A buttery, crumbly little cloud with juicy bursts of berry that made me seriously consider ordering a second... you know, for "research." The shop itself feels like it stepped right out of a Pinterest board--woodsy, warm, and welcoming, with just enough personality to make you want to sit and stay awhile. It's the kind of place where you can sip slowly, people-watch, and convince yourself you're the main character in a quaint small-town novel. Bonus points for friendly service that makes you feel like a regular, even if it's your first visit. Whether you're starting your morning or sneaking in an afternoon treat, this is one of those rare spots where the drinks, bites, and vibe all hit just right.

This was such a sweet discovery in the Journal Plaza on a recent visit to Lake Placid. There are…read moretwo businesses here, the coffee and tea shop, Owl and Otter Espresso Co., and a gift store with a vintage vibe, the Local Yocal. Both are owned by Luke Haney and his mother Renee. The Local Yocal offers a variety of products, including local and Florida-made items, Lake Placid souvenirs, local honey, toys, seasonings, caned fruit and vegetables, jams, dressings, magnets, mugs, bags, stickers, and T-shirts. It was fun to explore all of the unique items on the wooden shelves. Children will love filling a box for $5 with all kinds of old fashioned candy. There were smarties, tootsie rolls, lollipops, and taffy. They also had gag gifts like Florida Flamingo Poop which is milk chocolate covered raisins. They even had old fashion stick candy for only 75 cents each. I loved how they had something for every price range. You may stop in with the intention of looking for a gift but you will be hard pressed not to leave with something for yourself. Connected by an open door to the Local Yocal is the charming Owl and Otter Espresso Co. coffee shop. The inside is elegantly decorated with crystal chandeliers, plush jewel tone chairs, marble walls, and tin ceilings. A glass case displays freshly baked bread and sweets. They offer specialty teas and coffees including gluten-free and organic. They also prepare charcuterie boards for their friends business next door, the Wine Down Bar & Shop. I ordered one of their most requested beverages, an iced Chai Tea which was the perfect refreshment on a sweltering day. Both the Local Yocal and Owl and Otter Espresso Co. coffee shop are such a great addition to downtown Lake Placid and Journal Plaza. If you are in the area, be sure and stop by for caffeination and nostalgic novelties.

Friendly service and delicious coffees! A wide variety of flavors and tasty breakfast burritos.read more

Great coffee, awesome tackle selection and even better people. Mom and pop place, I always look…read moretoward to stopping in here.

Always great service with a welcome smile, atmosphere is exceptionally relaxing, food and coffee…read morenever disappoints. No other coffee and tea cafe comes close. There is a reason this gem has been there for 18 years. Charlie, you are the coffee Master.

After every sip of the Favi I had to say "wow that's yummy". This place is great. Food is delicious…read moreand the atmosphere is really nice

If you are in Sebring, Florida and are looking for a unique, cozy place to have a fantastic lunch…read moreexperience with friends, family or just some quiet time alone... this is YOUR "go to" place. Everything from their soups and bread, to their freshly made salads are in house made! You can taste the quality difference. Their creative choices in desserts rotate constantly, giving their customers pleasant surprises in new taste sensations! Delicious smoothies are an excellent choice as a "pick me up" when you don't have a lot of time, but still want to put a smile on your face. To top all this off, it is served by an extremely cheerful and sincere Nutmeg crew. I have never seen people who just simply enjoy their job in bringing you great food. Nutmeg's Cafe in Sebring is a haven you should put on your weekly bucket list!

Never even noticed the place till I got a ad about it. Stopped in and figured I'd try it out…read more Cute place. And not too loud. Had a chicken panini and salad. Didn't care for the chicken as it was deli meat. The bread was good and so was the salad. Also a milkshake that was good. Took home a few cupcakes and they were moist and flavorful. Worth the try if you want something a little different.

Açaí bowls, smoothies and Buddha bowls in the cutest shop. Indoor seating at tables or on the comfy…read morecouch as well as outdoor seating. Helpful staff, happy to customize orders.

Got an Acai Bowl with strawberries and it was so yummy and refreshing. What makes Good Vibes even…read moremore special is its integration of local culture. The shop doubles as a curated space for local artists and artisans. From quirky knick-knacks to unique artwork, there's always something intriguing to browse while you sip your smoothie. Supporting local businesses while enjoying a delicious bowl creates a feel-good atmosphere that's hard to beat. Whether you're a smoothie aficionado or just passing by, Good Vibes offers a refreshing, community-focused experience that's worth checking out. Will be stopping by every time I am in town!

Near my parents place, this is an awesome coffee shop with great style, customer service, and…read morevibes. As you enter, there's a few tables for sitting and sipping or you can head to the couches and lounge chairs to relax and unwind with some board games or view the unique artwork/memorabilia on the walls. They have some specialty coffee drinks and tea flavors along with the classic coffee concoctions such as cappuccinos and americanos. As for teas, you can get those hot or iced. They have quite the selection of flavors such as hibiscus or honeydew. And if you're hungry, plenty of pastries to choose from along with breakfast and lunch sandwiches. Ice cream is also served here and it's Blue Bell! As someone who lives in Texas where Blue Bell is a blue blood, my heart skipped a beat seeing they serve it here. The baristas behind the counter are energetic with engaging personalities. One of them mentioned she's a coin collector and talked about the history of the penny which is being discontinued. My girlfriend and I found her facts and analytical dialogue fascinating as we heard her talk about it while we sipped our drinks. Yes, we were entertained! Definitely a must visit when you're in Punta Gorda; so glad it's within walking distance of mom and dad's!

Mudslide Coffee is my go to spot when I'm in Punta Gorda for work. The place is so cute and the…read moreowner is good about having locals offer their products there. For those who just want to chill or play games, it's a nice lowkey spot. I normally get lattes and a croissant. The other pastries look great but I haven't had a chance to try the selection yet. The staff is always friendly and I like the vibe in there. Plenty of parking since it's located in a shopping strip with a parking lot. As far as the location itself, it's easy to get to but sort of tucked away near the highway.

Stop - Turn around and go to Sophie's. It will be better than the restaurant you are about to walk…read moreinto. We had fajitas and pork steak with black beans and rice ( fantastic) Only complaint was the pizza empanada. Almost no filling in it. Would have rather paid another dollar and gotten more inside.

Wonderful brunch at Sophie's Café! This was my second visit…read moreto Sophie's Café, and both times have been excellent. I was in Sebring visiting friends who recommended the spot, so we went for Sunday brunch and loved it. The breakfast and coffee were delicious, portions were generous without being overwhelming, and the prices felt fair. The restaurant itself is beautiful, and our server was friendly and attentive, making the experience even better. I'll definitely be back the next time I'm in Sebring!

Came here for a short business visit and I love to find coffee shops in the area. This one fit the…read morebill. Situated right in the downtown area, clean, welcoming, and lots of options to choose from. I could smell the freshly roasted coffee beans that are locally roasted. I had salted caramel cold foam, which and it paired well with my latte. Customer service was prompt, friendly, and professional

Store was quiet when I walked in and the young lady behind the counter was very pleasant! I ordered…read morea cold brew with the Cadbury Egg and it was SO delicious!!! Cafe was clean and cute! Loved the older style. Wish I had come here when I unfortunately decided to go to scooters. Will definitely revisit when I come back!

Do not order the raisin bagel. It it's like whole grain or something and tastes like an old sack of…read moreass. Ruined my entire morning. Do not go to that location if you want to have a good day.

This place needs to be closed for good. I placed a mobile order and went through the drive through…read more The guy hands me my drinks which are black and we ordered with almond milk, there wasn't any milk present in our iced coffees. Then he hands me a bag of food and it's missing a whole sandwich, we ordered two and there was only one. So I reversed to the window and he apologized and said he would bring it out to us, fine. He brings it out and we unwrap our sandwiches only to reveal that both were made wrong, I don't even know what they gave us. So now we go inside, where there is a step down and some contraption with bards and a gate, ridiculous to have honestly. So we try to talk to the guy again and he is arguing with us about the sandwiches being wrong. Finally he conceded and said he would make new ones, my husband asked to speak to a manager and they DONT HAVE ANY. He thumbed to the guy behind him and said "this is the closest thing we have" what???? That is unheard of! We ask for a refund and guy said no because it's a mobile order, the "manager" said no problem we could get one and they'd make new sandwiches but we were so upset at this point, we were sure they would spit in it. As we were leaving without food and drink, I injure my arm on that dumb contraption they have around the door. I still don't understand why it's there! My arm was cut, and bruised, and three days later still hurts. We contracted corporate which was a big waste of time, they don't speak English and are outsourced. The lady had a cat meowing in the background as well as many voices, she couldn't hear us and we couldn't hear her. By the way it took 40 min on hold just to speak to her initially. Eventually she transferred us to some guy that said sorry and he would pass our info to the franchise owner. They have yet to contact us back, I have not received any refund or compensation.

Went for lunch today, and got the daily sandwich which was a bbq sandwich, and it was delicious!…read moreYou order at the counter and then they text you to let you know it's almost ready and then they call your name out. Strawberry lemonade was perfect! They also have a little shop attached called The Blueberry Patch and we shopped around in there and found a few things we liked before grabbing lunch. The restaurant side is small but roomie, staff was helpful on both sides. Lovely place!

Saturday morning visit to the farmers market. Super busy a beautiful day to sit outside. BLT and…read morecold brew with Nutella foam.