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- KKristyTampa / Central Florida West •4 reviews5.0Dined 6 days agoBeautiful Christmas Eve dinner!! The chef always does an amazing job!More infoBay Street BistroPrice: Very Expensive• French• Lakeland•4.8
- DDebbieTampa / Central Florida West •2 reviews5.0Dined 7 days agoMy sister and I visited on 12/24/24, and we both had the New York Strip. Our steak was cooked to perfection and our entire dinner was delicious. Our server, Trish S, was very pleasant and attentive. We had a very nice evening together even though it was the first time that we were not at home with family on Christmas Eve due to unfortunate circumstances.More infoTexas Cattle Company-Lakeland, FLPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Lakeland•4.7
- DDianeEast Tennessee •5 reviews5.0Dined 7 days agoFood, service and Christmas decor was fabulous. It wax my birthday and we enjoyed it immensely!More infoTerrace GrillePrice: Moderate• American• Lakeland•4.4
- EEricTampa / Central Florida West •1 review5.0Dined on Dec 22, 2024The atmosphere was great and the food was deliciousMore infoOvation Bistro & Bar - Lakeland PRIORITY SEATINGPrice: Moderate• American• Lakeland•4.3
- DDonnaTampa / Central Florida West •2 reviews5.0Dined on Dec 21, 2024Wonderful food. Definitely will be going back. Good service too.More infoMOJO Federal Swine & SpiritsPrice: Moderate• Barbecue• Lakeland•4.6
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Top Hispanic Owned and Operated Restaurants in the U.S.
September 15th to October 15th brings the celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month in the United States, a time that honors the cultures of people whose ancestors came from Central and South America, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Spain. A big part of the cultural heritage that many Latinx people share in this country is food. To honor National Hispanic Heritage Month, below find Hispanic-owned and -operated across the U.S.
Discover Lakeland
Lakeland, Florida, is situated about halfway between Tampa and Orlando along a well-traveled tourist route. Restaurants in Lakeland offer a diverse assortment of cuisines created with local produce from the nearby farmland. Hungry diners, both vegetarians and non-vegetarians, will find plenty to satisfy their palate. The city’s bistros offer tacos with cilantro, buttery naan, and bourbon chicken. On a busy day, you can pick the legendary fried fish from eateries on the outskirts of town and wash it down with delicious selections of wines. Italian, Chinese, and Indians foods are among the delicacies that await tourists and locals alike.
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Frequently asked questions
The best reviewed restaurant in Lakeland is Bay Street Bistro
The best vegetarian restaurants in Lakeland are Bay Street Bistro, Terrace Grille and Propagation Whiskey Bar and Kitchen
The restaurants with the best service in Lakeland are Bay Street Bistro, Propagation Whiskey Bar and Kitchen and Texas Cattle Company-Lakeland, FL
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Lakeland are Propagation Whiskey Bar and Kitchen, Texas Cattle Company-Lakeland, FL and Terrace Grille