Dena's Place

4525 Florida Ave S, Lakeland
(863) 937-4514

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Beautifullyrical

Had a mixed experience with my recent breakfast. The smoked sausage had really good flavor, and the toast was perfectly done those parts were definitely the highlights.

On the downside, the potatoes were burnt and didn’t have any seasoning, and the grits were bland, which took away from the overall meal. With a little more attention to seasoning and preparation, the food could be much better.

I decided to rate it a 4 instead of a 3 because the customer service was fast, friendly, and very attentive. The staff made me feel welcome, and that helped balance out some of the issues with the food. With a few small tweaks in the kitchen, this place has the potential to improve a lot.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 3

Service: 5

Alex Ricketson

We went there for breakfast, but unfortunately they stop serving breakfast at 11:00 am. However, the lunch was really good. I had the chicken fried chicken and my wife had a burger with onion rings and both were excellent.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Lisa Lambert

Staff was very friendly and professional. The biscuits and sausage gravy was so delicious! Will definitely visit again.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Tim Moriarty

It’s like Cheers for the 80+ crowd. But food is delicious and service is great.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 4

Service: 5

Amy MacDonald

Fantastic food, great service, and warm atmosphere. Will definitely be back!!

Anonymous

The pancakes were rock hard. Eggs and bacon not cooked. And overall not nice place to eat at. I 100% do not recommend this place for any type of eating.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Dillon

Quality Breakfast and Lunch offerings w exceptional Service !! Homemade Soups and Lunch Specials always a Hit !!!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Linda Henderson

Served powdered eggs for omelet and scrambled eggs. There is no reason for powdered eggs. Won't be back.

Mary Baker Smith

I have been a weekly patron of Dena’s since it’s opening. I’m always greeted with a smile and , “How are you?”The staff are top notch. The food always fresh, plentiful and delicious. On top of that very affordable for this senior. Thank you for truly caring for your patrons. God bless❤️

JamieLynn Lauria

This is our first time visiting this Diner and it was absolutely great! We enjoyed the fried green tomato’s for the appetizer. For lunch my husband and I both had the fried chicken with gravy! This didn’t disappoint. We were also very pleasantly surprised to meet Dena. It’s nice to see an owner actually engaging with their customers. We highly recommend this diner! It’s very welcoming and cozy! Kid friendly too! Thank you Miss Dena for giving us our new favorite spot:)Food was great! Jamielynn & David Lockhart

Josh Cothren

Excellent food and quality service. Great omelettes!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Dr Russum

I really wanted to like this place. I give it a 3.7. It's location is perfect for my commute. First, it is the little things. I asked for coffee creamer, they only have half&half. So for anyone lactose intolerant there is no coffee for you. However you have to ask for real sugar but there are three choices of sugar alternatives. These little inconveniences make it a poor dinning experience. Second, the food was typical breakfast fare but bland. Some items did not arrive until well into the meal. The severs were friendly. The place is extremely clean and the atmosphere is pleasant. All around it is a 3.7. I think being attentive to the small details will take this to a 5

Dietary restrictions: There is little to no accommodation for gluten intolerances or lactose intolerances. You should be ok with a nut allergy as there were no mention of nuts in any menu items.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Home Fries

Stephanie S

Stopped here for breakfast while visiting from out of town. Food was delicious, portions were good and price was great. Will definitely go back

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

P “Pgib” D

Dena's is a family restaurant the servers treat you like family. Food is good best biscuits in town.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Biscuits and Gravy

Stephanie Hinkle Davis

Great service, food was like we make it at home. Delicious and will come back!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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