Can’t decide where to go to eat. Central Florida has loads of options. Here are a few…..
Born & Bread Blakehouse – Lakeland
Born & Bread Blakehouse, Lakeland Boston Cream Cruffin. Who doesn't love the best of both worlds? The creative artisans at this bakery, which specializers in 'slow dough', have taken their signature layered, flaky croissant, formed [...]
LoveBird – Lakeland
LoveBird, Lakeland If you have every heard of the phrase 'everything buy the kitchen sink' then you know where this tasty, eccentric dis get its name. Dirty Fries with hot chicken, bacon, house made cheese [...]
Frescos Southern Kitchen & Bar – Lakeland
Frescos Southern Kitchen & Bar, Lakeland Spicy Chicken & Waffles This popular downtown gastropub, know for its Southern fare and creative cocktails, is not just for dinner,, it's a destination for breakfast and brunch too. [...]
Grove Roots Brewing Co. – Winter Haven
Grove Roots Brewing Co., Winter Haven This craft brewery opened in 2016. It was the town's first and set the standard for what is now a thriving and creative brewing scene. Gather around a communal [...]
The Brack Shack – Auburndale
The Brack Shack, Auburndale Brisket Mac Eggroll. The downtown favorite is known for its mouthwatering renditions of classic barbecue dishes, but don't overlook its creative spin on the eggroll. They load an eggroll wrapper with [...]
Crave & Copper – Auburndale
Crave & Copper, Auburndale Raise a glass at this brewpub by the Florida Brewery, where sharable plates from beer cheese and pretzel bits to smoked fish dip pair perfectly with the signature later on tap.
Lucille’s American Cafe – Winter Haven
Lucille's American Cafe, Winter Haven This casual eatery has been serving comfort food classics since 1999. Menu favorites include chicken pot pie, patty melts, and a classic chocolate malt.
The Terrace Grill – Lakeland
The Terrace Grill, Lakeland At this upscale eatery in the Terrace Hotel, Executive Chef Patrick Baird makes everything from scratch daily. Don't miss dishes featuring wild-caught seafood and sustainably raised meat.
Canon Lake Steakhouse – Bowling Green
Canon Lake Steakhouse - Bowling Green Spectacular views of Canyon Lake are rivaled only by the hearty presentations of dry-aged prime steak and seafood at this stately restaurant at Streamsong Resort.
Scarpa’s Italian – Lakeland
Scarpa's Italian, Lakeland Locally owned by a husband and wife team. This charming trattoria serves classic dishes such as shrimp scampi and linguini with clams using fresh Florida seafood.
Crazy Fish Bar & Grill – Lake Wales
Crazy Fish Bar & Grill, Lake Wales Seafood lovers would be crazy not to adore this local hangout, beloved for its never frozen seafood. Crab cake sandwich, kitschy decor and jukebox.
Gary’s Oyster Bar & Seafood House – Lake Alfred
Gary's Oyster Bar & Seafood House, Lake Alfred Enjoy a true Florida seafood experience at this low-key eatery known for its fresh oysters, shrimp, alligator tail, and frog legs.
Peebles BBQ – Auburndale
Peeples BBQ, Auburndale This local, seasonal favorite has been drawing a crowd since 1947. Don't miss the signature pulled pork and ribs, cooked over an open pit.
Arabellas Ristorante – Winter Haven
Arabellas Ristorante, Winter Haven This eatery, plus it's chic Ave Bar has a prime location in historic Times Square, where the elegant atmosphere sets the scene for classic presentations of Italian favorites.
Harborside – Winter Haven
Harborside, Winter Haven A prime waterfront location is a picturesque backdrop for flawless presentations of seafood, prime steaks, and ultra-fresh oysters. Don't miss a local favorite: Catfish Tuesdays.
Lang Sun Country Grove’s Tase of Florida Cafe, Haines City
Grapefruit Pie Want something different. Then try this award-winning pie. The filling is made with sweet-tart grapefruits grown on the affiliated farm from October - May, tucked into a golden-crisp graham cracker crust, and crowned [...]
Nutwood, Winter Haven
Fresh Fish Freshness is the highest priority at Nutwood. The ethos is on full display with daily seafood specials. Often made with yellowtail snapper, corvina, or another freshly caught local favorite, the dish allows the [...]
Nineteen61, Lakeland
Vaca Frita Take your tastebuds on a flavor-filled getaway to Latin America with Chef Marcos Fernandez's delicious signature dish. He firs up a decadent blend of beef brisked and short rib meat in a super-hot [...]
Revival, Lakeland
High Roller Wagyu - Old Fashioned Raise a glass to a day well-spent at this cocktail bar, a favorite watering hole for locals and visitors alike. You can't go wrong with any classic or creative [...]
Waterfront Dining – for those that like to eat beside the water
One of Winter Haven's landmark restaurants, Harborside is situated against the shores of Lake Shipp. The menu features Casual seaside flare like fried gator bites, peel-and-eat shrimp, Gulf oysters, and crab cakes, as well as steak [...]