10 Best Dog Friendly Restaurants Avon Park

“My husband and I have eaten here several times and we both love the food, quick service and the friendly servers. I highly recommend this restaurant. Our favorites are the Beef Brisket and the Ribs.!! So glad we found Mr. Brown's restaurant when we moved to Avon Park 8 months ago.“

“Wow! Stopped by while I was in the area and I’m beyond impressed. Small shop, not any real room to eat in if there’s multiple people there for pickup, but it’s absolutely worth the visit. I got the jerk chicken with rice and plantains. The seasoning on the jerk chicken was perfect. Not too spicy and full of flavor. The rice was good but I don’t know anyone who prioritizes that, I was more concerned with finishing the generous amount of chicken.

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I had to update this because it was so good I had to go back again. Right now I’m eating my cold leftovers from lunch straight from the fridge and it’s still blowing my mind. I also got a couple beef patties this time around, they’re flakey and delicious. So much flavor packed in this food.“

“The best orange cones!!! The flavor is so unique!“

“we're here 2 to 3 times a week. staff is friendly and service is great!! food is excellent.“

“I heard this place was the best in Avon park FL so I had to try it out. Well I got corn and flour tacos and a burritos. And yes this place is small and off the main road but yes this place is good. I have been back since the first time. I think it's going to be a new stop of mine every time I head to the post office. Afternoon taco snack.... I would try it if I was you. And friendliest staff great cook the girl up front is always smiling and happy. I love this place. Good food. I can go for another steak taco.. or two now that I'm thinking about this place. Oh try their pork rinds. I don't know if that's the name of them there. But try them. The make them fresh. They're so good.“

“usually great food. ordered takeout and food was okay but the string inions were soooo... salty could not eat them. would advise take away salt from the cook and let us salt our own ? Otherwise, great service, great food, hot and delicious!“

“Excelente buna atención y deliciosos antojitos mexicanos“

“Market 27: A Love Letter to Convenience, Cuisine, and Chaos

Some restaurants aren’t just places to eat—they’re events. They’re where memories are made, diets are broken, and strangers nod at each other over shared plates of fries. Market 27 is one of those rare gems. Half grocery store, half restaurant, and all heart, it’s the kind of spot where you can grab a soda, a sandwich, and an existential crisis over which ice cream flavor to choose—all in one visit.

Upon entering Market 27, you’re greeted by what can only be described as ice cream nirvana. It’s an endless sea of flavors, allegedly 44 strong (though who’s counting?). It’s like a sugary mirage, beckoning you to drop everything and dive into the Mother Lode of frozen delight. But alas, you must first endure the wait for a table, during which time you’ll find yourself wandering through aisles of preserves, snacks, and sodas so obscure they probably only exist in this corner of Florida.

Once seated, the magic of Market 27 really kicks in. The menu is a sprawling epic, the War and Peace of casual dining, offering everything from burgers to quesadillas, pizza to macaroni platters. You could close your eyes and point at random, and odds are you’d land on something worth writing home about. Personally, I like to experiment—always trying something new, but never straying too far from my comfort zone. (I’m adventurous, but not that adventurous.)

What truly elevates Market 27, however, is the atmosphere. This isn’t just a restaurant; it’s a living, breathing community center. I can’t go there without running into someone I know—fellow model airplane enthusiasts, airport buddies, or just random folks from around town. The walls are adorned with eclectic art and TVs that cater to all interests: sports, trivia, and the occasional oddball video that sparks debates over fries.

Then there’s the ice cream bar. Oh, the ice cream bar. It’s not just a dessert station; it’s a social experiment. Families gather, seniors compare pill schedules, and someone inevitably declares, “This solves all the world’s problems!” And maybe it does. Ice cream has that power.

But let’s not forget the staff—the unsung heroes of this culinary circus. The waiters and waitresses at Market 27 are paragons of patience and cheer, even when the line snakes out the door and a toddler decides to reenact The Fast and the Furious between the tables. They remind us that dining out isn’t just about food—it’s about the experience, and these folks deliver it with a smile.

So if you ever find yourself on the border of Polk and Highlands Counties, near Baymont Park and an RV lot, do yourself a favor: stop at Market 27. It’s more than a meal; it’s an adventure. And who knows? You might just find yourself leaving with a full stomach, a new favorite soda, and a renewed sense of small-town charm.

Parking: If no parking if front swing around to the back and you will see plenty of parking

Kid-friendliness: Ice cream make every scream

Wheelchair accessibility: It is one level so you able to get in.“

“You can’t get better chicken than this! After living all over the U.S. this chicken consistently ranks as some of the best. This long time, no frills establishment has been here forever & their chicken has been the same delicious consistency for many years. This is a grab & go place. Get the three piece with coleslaw & fries (crinkle cut) & you won’t be disappointed!“

“Great friendly service! My favorite place for tostadas. Definitely recommend!“