Harry's is always amazing each time I go! It's a nice looking restaurant in downtown Lakeland,…read moreright in the middle of all the action Munn park has to offer and events on this strip. Service is always great with the waiter/waitresses always being playful and friendly, though I don't recommend sitting in the back room; it has a funny smell. For the food, you always get free delicious bread with their specialty butter that is good enough to eat by the spoonful. Harry's may be known for their seafood but they can do it all; Land (steak medallions are perfectly seasoned and cooked to your liking), Sea (incredible Shrimp and Grits with the sweet corn grits being a real knockout), and Air (Chicken Jolie Blonde is phenomenal! This dish is served on their famous grits cake smothered in a Parmesan sauce.) Trust me me and always order the Grits Cake as a side! Ended the meal with their Oreo Beignets, another "must get" dish!

We came here because we've heard it's a Lakeland staple…read more Atmosphere: The restaurant is located in Downtown Lakeland. It was a nice, big indoor space and a lovely coveted outdoor patio. The place was very clean. Restroom: They have a male and female restrooms with multiple stalls. The female restroom has a changing pad in it for little ones. The restrooms were very clean. Service: Our server Greg was very friendly and welcoming. You can tell he is very passionate about what he does! He was very attentive and service was quick. Food: The food was ok. I ordered the 'Shrimp & Grits'. The dish had some good flavor but it didn't blow me away. I've had better shrimp and grits. I've been to New Orleans and this doesn't really compare to the food there. The complimentary bread was good. Overall, it was an okay place to come for lunch. The food didn't blow me away but the service and atmosphere was great. The prices were reasonable.

We love this place so much. The breadsticks are delicious. I really like the flatbread! It usually…read moretakes a little while to receive our food, but it's worth it! Our servers our usually helpful and kind. On the topic of the surroundings, it's honestly very cozy in here. Most of the time, it's a moderate noise level, but it depends on the majority of the people there, of course. Overall, fantastic!! I would definitely suggest this place if you're close to Lakeland.

The restaurant and decor were all very nice, beautiful even. There was music but it wasn't…read moreoverpowering. Service was a bit slow getting our food. I had the skirt steak and it was very delicious, cooked perfectly. Sides were the Parmesan fries with were just ok, and the mashed potato which was on the sweet side and very creamy, wasn't a fan but not bad. Mother had the pork chops with green beans and mash, she said it was one of the best meals she's had in a while. We will return!

The burger was tasty, the service was fast, and the restaurant is decorated like an upscale sports…read morebar.

This is a great location in an old federal building. Nice decor for this Smiths American Tavern…read more The bartender met us at the door, due to it being the middle of the day, and business being a bit slower, and we opted to sit at the bar. He was very social and answered all our questions and socialized about personal life as well. We ordered the Cuban eggrolls, and they were quite good but had smaller cubes of ham as opposed to pictures showing slices in some older pictures posted to this establishment. The drinks were spot-on. Although I may sound disappointed, I'm looking forward to trying more on the menu that they have to offer. I plan to return to try more. Recommended!

The overall vibe and everything was amazing for a cute little night out tonight! The Cuban Eggrolls…read morecaught our eye on the menu and when the waitress mentioned them as well I knew we had to try them and they didn't disappoint! My partner said they were the best eggrolls he's ever had and he is a picky one. The Buffalo Mac & Cheese was delicious and how crispy the chicken was made it even better! My partner ate their Okee Smash burger in probably under a minute too, he was so ecstatic about this place! We found a new hidden gem in Lakeland! We can't wait to go back!

Small portions for the amount of money and messy meals…read more That's what everyone on the table stated.. One person counted 14 fries for his meals. I did the simple burger and it was way too simple. A 4 for 4 from Wendy's. Lol This place should be rename "just beer".

Lovebird is a phenomenal place to get a bite to eat…read more The ambiance is rad, quirky, and fun. The music selection is on point. The service was friendly and professional. They came out to clean our table and were so cool about our little ones being there. We had everything from the chicken meals to the salad. It was all flavorful and full of love. It's great to support a family business as awesome as this one!

Not loving lovebird this time... I got the two piece tender…read moremeal. I asked for one fried and one grilled. It's funny when you compare size, the grilled one is so small compared to the double fried super breaded other one. I asked for medium heat, but it really tasted mild. The Gouda Mac is good like always, but the dirty fries... Oh my God... So salty!!! You can literally see it's covered in salt crystals!! I only ate like three and had to throw out the rest, what a waste of a side. For dessert, I got their seasonal apple cobbler... Does not hit like the peach cobbler. Way too much cinnamon, not enough caramel just very blah. Overall, really disappointed with my lunch. I was not satisfied at all, and I will probably not be coming back for quite some time.

I had a lot of hesitation when We pulled up and saw the outside condition of the building but We…read morehad a reservation so in we went. The inside atmosphere was quite nice. The service was good and the food was great. I was very impressed and must say that it was the most enjoyable dining experience We have had in Lakeland. If you are looking for a quiet romantic experience then Chef T's is the is a winner

Quiet and intimate dining. Every entree ordered was superb with wonderful flavors. Service was…read moreexceptional. Looking forward to another visit.

HEALTH WARNING: Read before you visit…read more We stopped in for breakfast, drawn in by what the reviews describe as a "quaint Japanese-style eatery." What we found was something else entirely. FOOD & VALUE We had two glasses of tap water (which tasted sour), a sandwich with fries, and an American breakfast. The sandwich was just okay. The fries were actually good. Everything else failed: the scrambled eggs were flavorless and visibly undercooked, the bacon came as two thin, unevenly cooked strips, and the toast was served without butter. When we asked, the cook had to search for some -- only to return with butter that was frozen solid and jelly so dried out it resembled fruit leather. They were also out of hash browns, which seems remarkable given how few customers were there at the time. SERVICE When the bell rang signaling our food was ready, the bartender was on his phone and didn't move. I walked up to collect it myself (signs do say "Pick up here"), only to find half our order wasn't ready. The bartender then told the cook he couldn't help look for butter because he had to "go put down the steaks" -- at 10:30 in the morning. The cook himself was pleasant and genuinely tried to help. The front-of-house staff, not so much. SANITATION A live cockroach was on the floor next to our table when we sat down. We're from Florida, so a stray bug doesn't automatically send us out the door -- but in hindsight, it should have. More alarming: the return tray held plates of pot stickers that had clearly been sitting there overnight, since the restaurant only serves a breakfast menu in the morning. That is a food safety issue, not a quirk. HEALTH INSPECTION RECORD After leaving, we looked up the inspection history. A report from May 2026 -- just three weeks ago -- documented four violations at this location, three of which were classified as High Priority. You can verify this yourself at floridafoodsafety.org. THE REVIEWS The overwhelming majority of reviews rate this place 4.7-5 stars. Based on what we experienced firsthand -- and what the health inspection record confirms -- we do not understand how that is possible. Draw your own conclusions. We left after a few bites. Save your money and your stomach.

What a cute and unique dining experience…read more Working nearby, my coworkers and I decided to try something new, and one of the girls had recommended this place. The airport itself is small so we knew it wouldn't be too chaotic. From the moment we walked in to leaving the restaurant, it was pleasant, quick, and the food was delicious. There is a kiosk where you order, you're given a number, and then you pick up your food when they call out your number. It's a great seamless operation! The people are also wonderful and kind!!! I will definitely come back. So for those of you looking for something new to try, head to SORA!

This place has grown on me because of its fresh-tasting items and unique recipes. Some are bland…read morebut most are masterful. Staff is friendly, parking is ample, coffee is available at nearby Concord. This is a to-go or picnic table eating spot so no "ambiance". Most waits are relatively short for made-to-order. Some daily specials. They are still very weak promoters of their food, changing menu, etc, making me a rare user.

Stopped at Good Thyme this morning, I got an order of donut holes and a crispy chicken biscuit. The…read moredonut hole were so good, nice and fluffy on the inside. They came with some sauce drizzled on them , not sure what it was but all I can say is yum!!!! The chicken biscuit was great. The biscuit was crispy yet fluffy and the chicken was crispy and juicy. It came with honey on the chicken. The only thing I could have had more honey but other than that everything was very tasty.

Great Food and Great Service! The breakfast special is the Best Buy in Lakeland. We are in for…read morebreakfast at least three days a week.

Omelet wasn't as fluffy as other diners and the ham was cubed portions instead of shredded. There…read morewasn't a lot of ham in the omelet. Home-fries were fresh cut potatoes and not the frozen variety. There was a mix up when I ordered the home-fries as we were talking about the serving that has grilled onions too and that was what was on my plate. No big deal as they were very good.

We wanted to try Feasts of Persia since we heard about this unique Lakeland spot. We stopped by the…read morefood truck outside Union Hall which has plenty of outdoor seating. The owner took our order and was super friendly. We got the full kabob burger with a side of fries and a drink as well as the full chicken kabob sandwich. The kabob burger was excellent! We loved the fresh baguette with the Persian lamb kabob meat. They're super generous with the fries portion. The chicken kabob sandwich was yummy and clearly very fresh (everything is made to order), though it didn't have a strong Persian flavor. Highly recommend this spot for delicious sandwiches. Would love to try the FOB burger next time!

This is a fabulous food truck now housed behind Union Hall in Dixieland on S Florida Ave and…read moreaccessible via the alley entrance (it's also behind Pink Piano). Their fusion of Persian and American food is wonderful. I've enjoyed both the shishkebab and their wings. They are friendly and accommodating as a food truck family, enjoying sharing their heritage and interacting with the locals. I enjoy trying foods not typical to the area. There's plenty of parking and a wonderful shared eating and socializing location. Lots to try on the menu!