New locally owned tea houses have bubbled up on Lakeland’s north and south sides.
Category: Dining
Pizza, Wine, Ice Cream Coming to Neighboring Dixieland Buildings
Three food and beverage businesses will occupy two vacant buildings at South Florida Avenue and East Belmar Street.
Entrepreneurs Plan to Open a Food Hall at Lakeland Airport
The eatery would combine Asian treats with American classics; city commissioners will consider a lease on Monday.
Mega Mercado Expands to South Lakeland
The Mexican restaurant and Latino market on George Jenkins Boulevard now has a second location on South Florida Avenue.
Cafe Zuppina Closes Months After Moving to Downtown Lakeland
The popular eatery left its longtime South Florida Avenue location and opened on Tennessee Avenue earlier this year.
A Food-Truck Court Is Planned for East Main Street in Lakeland
Eight trucks will be allowed on the site of a former used car lot, under a plan approved by the Lakeland Planning & Zoning Board.
Korean BBQ and Hot Pot Restaurants are Popping up in Lakeland
Three new eateries offer interactive culinary experiences where diners cook at their tables.
Valet Parking Returns to Downtown Lakeland
The project is a restaurant owner’s experiment in removing parking as a barrier for customers who want to come downtown.
LoveBird Founders Plan Smash Burger Joint Called Grievous Angel
The new Lakeland restaurant is planned at 801 E. Main St., the site of the now-closed Unfiltered and The Poor Porker.
Building Owner Seeks and Gets Higher Incentives for Downtown Lakeland Restaurant
Cory Petcoff initially asked for $195,000 to help transform the Florida National Bank building into a high-end steakhouse. He was approved for up to $250,000.
