Highland City Diner
5221 US-98, Lakeland
(863) 816-6861
Breakfast (Let's Get it Started)
Biscuits & Gravy
Two large buttermilk biscuits and house-made sausage gravy.
The Traffic Jam (Our Signature Scramble)
Four scrambled eggs, sautéed green peppers, onion, mushrooms, bacon, sausage, and melted cheese on top of your choice of hash browns or home fries.
Bone-in Country Ham with Eggs
Delicious bone in a slice of country ham or with 2 eggs to order, potatoes, and toast.
Chesapeake Bay Crabcake Benedict
Handmade 1/4 pound. Lump and blue claw crab cake divided on a grilled English muffin topped with poached eggs and our luscious hollandaise. Served with breakfast potatoes decadent.
Corned Beef Hash & Eggs
Crispy grilled corned beef hash and eggs to order served with toast and breakfast potatoes of choice.
Corned Beef Hash & Eggs
Grilled crispy corned beef hash and eggs to order with choice of breakfast potatoes and toast.
It's No Mis-Steak
Classic steak and eggs made with 6ounces hand-cut Angus n.Y. Strip steak,3 eggs to order, breakfast potatoes, and toast.
Southern Benny
Our house-made buttermilk biscuit split then topped with our savory sage sausage patties, two poached eggs and topped with our sausage gravy. Breakfast potatoes of choice on the side.
Taco Taco Taco
3 grilled flour tortillas filled with fluffy scrambled eggs mixed with zesty chorizo, roasted peppers and onions, shredded cheeses served with sour cream.
The Breakfast Club
Aka the hangover)if you could stack 2 egg sandwiches,1 with sausage and 1 with bacon topped with hashbrowns and cheese you'd be close. We add a side of our sausage gravy for dipping.
The Regular
Two eggs cooked to order, choice of bacon, sausage links patty, or grilled pit ham, plus toast, potatoes, and coffee.
Top Hat Flat
Here's a hat tip to veggie lovers. Artisan naan flatbread loaded with, 2 eggs, mushroom, spinach, peppers, onions, tomatoes, black olives, and avocado with Monterey sauce.
Welcome to the Big City
It's our biggest breakfast featuring eggs, breakfast meat, potatoes, toast, and either 2 pieces of french toast or 2 pancakes. Hope your appetite is ready.
Triple Play
Three eggs cooked to order, choice of three bacon strips or three sausage links, and toast.
Meats & Taters
Two eggs cooked to order, plus all of our breakfast meats bacon, ham slice, and sausage links, choice of toast or biscuit, and potatoes.
Flat Tire
Artisan naan flatbread grilled then topped with fresh scrambled eggs, spinach, thick-cut bacon, melted cheese, and choice of hollandaise or Monterey salsa.
Stacks & Cracks
Stack of two large buttermilk pancakes with two eggs to order and breakfast meat of choice.
City Benny (A Classic)
Two poached eggs sit atop a toasted English muffin topped with ham, breakfast potatoes, and a luscious hollandaise sauce.
Challah Back Girl
Three slices of bourbon and cream soaked french toast stuffed with vanilla cream and warm apple compote.
City French Toast
Classic preparation featuring three slices of challah bread dipped in egg and grilled to perfection, and topped with cinnamon and powdered sugar.
Savannah Smile
Two fresh blueberry buttermilk pancakes topped with vanilla granola and accompanied with sausage links and maple syrup.
Plain Jane Stack
Stack of three large buttermilk pancakes served with warm maple syrup.
Nom Nom Nomlettes (We're Egg-Static)
Build your Own Omelette
3 large eggs with your choice of any 4 ingredients, American cheese, toast, and potatoes.
Large Marge Omelette
Five egg omelets filled with all breakfast meats onions, peppers cheese topped with tomatoes and sour cream then served with a heaping portion of our breakfast potatoes.
A Little Cheesy Omelette
Three eggs with a triple cheese blend of American, Monterey Jack, and cheddar.
Mediterranean Malay Omelette
Egg white omelet featuring feta cheese, roasted peppers, mushrooms, onions, tomatoes, black olives, and spinach leaves.
Mile High Omelette
Classic Denver omelet with three eggs, ham, onion, and green peppers, and shredded cheddar.
Santa Fe Omelette
Three eggs, roasted onions, and peppers, Monterey jack or cheddar blend then topped with grilled chicken our Monterey sauce and diced tomatoes.
Screamin' Demon Omelette
Three eggs, spicy chorizo, diced green chilies, Cholula hot sauce, jalapeños, pepper jack cheese, onions, and peppers topped with our house salsa.
California Girl Omelette
Three eggs, fresh avocado, diced tomatoes, and spinach, with melted swiss cheese and topped with sour cream.
Country Fried Steak Omelette
Three egg omelets with chopped country-fried steak, topped with our country gravy served with your choice of home fries or hash browns.
Philly Fanatic Omelette
Three eggs, thin-sliced steak, grilled peppers and onions, and melted provolone. Served with your choice of home fries or hash browns and toast.
Breakfast (Change of Pace)
The Southern Belle
Cheesy grits with chopped bacon and two eggs to order on top, accompanied by a fresh-baked buttermilk biscuit.
Old Fashioned Oatmeal
Old fashioned oatmeal with raisins and brown sugar.
Fruit & Yogurt Parfait
Fruit and yogurt parfait topped with granola served with a fresh-baked muffin or breakfast loaf.
Kidz Breakfast
Kidz Silver Dollar Pancakes
Silver dollar pancakes served with a choice of sausage link or a slice of bacon. Includes a small drink.
Kidz French Toast
French toast served with a choice of sausage link or a slice of bacon. Includes a small drink.
Kidz Scrambled Egg Breakfast
Scrambled eggs served with choice of sausage link or a slice of bacon. Includes a small drink.
Breakfast Sides
Sausage Gravy
Southern Style Cheesy Grits
Bacon (3 Sl)
Sausage Links (3 Ct)
Sausage Patties (2 Ct)
Ham Slice
Egg
Home Fries
Hash Browns
Side of Salsa
Sour Cream
Toasted Bread
Biscuit
Grits
Pancake (1 pc)
Blueberry Pancake (1 pc)
Fruit Cup
Kidz Lunch
Kidz Grilled Cheese
Grilled cheese sandwich served with choice of fries or chips. Includes a small drink.
Kidz Macaroni & Cheese
Macaroni and cheese served with choice of fries or chips. Includes a small drink.
Kidz Chicken Tenders
Chicken tenders are served with a choice of fries or chips. Includes a small drink.
Kidz Junior Cheeseburger
Junior cheeseburger served with choice of fries or chips. Includes a small drink.
Desserts (Sweet Endings)
Mega Chocolate Fudge Cake
Each slice is over one pound.
Beverages
Fountain Drink
Sweet Tea
Unsweet Tea
Fresh Brewed Coffee
Hot Tea
Hot Chocolate
Orange Juice
Milk
Lunch Specials
Impastable
Butterfly pasta with Tomatoes, Onion, Mushrooms & Spinach tossed in a Creamy Butter and Garlic Sauce then topped with Shredded Parmesan
Lunch
Double Up
Two 1/3lb beef patty's topped with American Cheese, thick cut Bacon, Garlic Aioli Lettuce Tomato, Onion on our Brioche bun & a Dill spear
Vie La France Burger
1/3 pound. Signature certified Angus beef patty seasoned and seared to perfection and topped with red wine caramelized onions, swiss, and provolone cheeses, and placed on a grilled brioche bun. Served with hand-cut fries, a cup of au jus for dipping, and a dill pickle spear.
Flat Out Philly
Shaved Ribeye grilled and topped with Roasted Pepper, Onions then Provolone Cheese
The Forrester Sandwich
Black forest ham, bib lettuce, cheese, and raspberry preserves on wheatberry bread with chips and dill pickle
City Burger
1/3 lb. of Angus choice ground beef cooked to order topped with American cheese served with our house cut fries, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion and a Pickle Spear
That's Just Fowl
Grilled or Blackened Chicken Breast on our brioche Bun topped with thick bacon and Swiss, served with Lettuce Tomato Onion and Pickle spear
SmokeHouse Stack
1/3 lb. beef patty topped with BBQ pulled pork, Sautéed Onions, American Cheese and thick cut Bacon all on our Brioche bun
Better Brunch Burger
1/3 pound. Angus beef patty topped with crispy hash browns, thick-cut applewood smoked bacon, our house-made chipotle ranch, and a medium egg on top served with a dill spear and hand-cut fries.
Extra Cheese
The Fitzpatrick
Fresh Sliced Corned beef, Sauerkraut Swiss cheese and 1000 Island Dressing inside our Deli Rye with a 1/3 lb Angus Choice burger cooked to order
The Greek
Flatbread with marinated chicken, feta cheese, black olives, parmesan, tomatoes, and red onions. Also available as a wrap.
The Hot Chick(en)
Crispy breaded Chicken Breast tossed in our steamy version of Nashville Hot BBQ sauce topped with Ghost pepper cheese, Garlic Aioli and Jalapenos. Chili-heads only!!!
Frachos
Crispy hand-cut french fries topped with chorizo, Monterey jack and cheddar cheeses, diced tomato, avocado, onion, sliced jalapeños and finished with cilantro and sour cream.
French Dip Sandwich
Grilled sirloin grilled and chopped with onions and cheese on a grilled hoagie roll. Served with french fries and our house-made au jus for dipping.
Hand-Cut Fries
Sangria Samba Salad
Power blend of fresh greens strawberries, blueberries, and mandarin oranges topped with feta cheese and sangria vinaigrette.
Gobblers Knob Sandwich
Oven-roasted turkey piled high on wheatberry bread with lettuce, sliced tomato, dijon mustard, and cranberry preserves with chips and dill pickle.
City Salad
Fresh mixed greens topped with tomatoes, red onion, and cucumber topped with seasoned croutons. Choice of ranch, blue cheese, or honey mustard.
Old Fashioned Patty Melt
1.3 lb. Beef Patty cooked to order with sautéed Onions, Swiss all grilled between our N.Y. Deli Rye bread
Calypso Key Lime Salad
Power blend of fresh greens topped with seasonal berries, toasted almonds, Monterey Jack, and cheddar cheese, and a poppy seed key lime balsamic vinaigrette.
My Little Friend Cuban
Shaved pit ham, house-made mojo pork, salami, swiss, sliced dill pickle, mayo, and mustard on authentic Cuban bread. Served with french fries and a pickle.
City Rueben Sandwich
Angus corned beef, swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and house-made 1000 island dressing grilled on rye bread and served with chips and a pickle.
City Club Sandwich
Classic club sandwich stacked high with turkey, ham, bacon, lettuce, tomato, and mayo on toasted bread of choice and served with chips and dill pickle.
House Side Salad
Fruit Salad
Philly Cheese Steak Sandwich
Sirloin steak grilled and chopped with sautéed peppers, onions, and cheddar cheese sauce served on a grilled hoagie roll. Served with french fries and a pickle.
Ode to Vinny
Flatbread with sautéed peppers and onions, tomatoes, mushrooms, olive oil, mozzarella cheese, and fresh basil. Also available as a wrap.
Breakfast (Let's Get it Started)
Biscuits & Gravy
Two large buttermilk biscuits and house-made sausage gravy.
The Traffic Jam (Our Signature Scramble)
Four scrambled eggs, sautéed green peppers, onion, mushrooms, bacon, sausage, and melted cheese on top of your choice of hash browns or home fries.
Bone-in Country Ham with Eggs
Delicious bone in a slice of country ham or with 2 eggs to order, potatoes, and toast.
Chesapeake Bay Crabcake Benedict
Handmade 1/4 pound. Lump and blue claw crab cake divided on a grilled English muffin topped with poached eggs and our luscious hollandaise. Served with breakfast potatoes decadent.
Corned Beef Hash & Eggs
Crispy grilled corned beef hash and eggs to order served with toast and breakfast potatoes of choice.
Corned Beef Hash & Eggs
Grilled crispy corned beef hash and eggs to order with choice of breakfast potatoes and toast.
It's No Mis-Steak
Classic steak and eggs made with 6ounces hand-cut Angus n.Y. Strip steak,3 eggs to order, breakfast potatoes, and toast.
Southern Benny
Our house-made buttermilk biscuit split then topped with our savory sage sausage patties, two poached eggs and topped with our sausage gravy. Breakfast potatoes of choice on the side.
Taco Taco Taco
3 grilled flour tortillas filled with fluffy scrambled eggs mixed with zesty chorizo, roasted peppers and onions, shredded cheeses served with sour cream.
The Breakfast Club
Aka the hangover)if you could stack 2 egg sandwiches,1 with sausage and 1 with bacon topped with hashbrowns and cheese you'd be close. We add a side of our sausage gravy for dipping.
The Regular
Two eggs cooked to order, choice of bacon, sausage links patty, or grilled pit ham, plus toast, potatoes, and coffee.
Top Hat Flat
Here's a hat tip to veggie lovers. Artisan naan flatbread loaded with, 2 eggs, mushroom, spinach, peppers, onions, tomatoes, black olives, and avocado with Monterey sauce.
Welcome to the Big City
It's our biggest breakfast featuring eggs, breakfast meat, potatoes, toast, and either 2 pieces of french toast or 2 pancakes. Hope your appetite is ready.
Triple Play
Three eggs cooked to order, choice of three bacon strips or three sausage links, and toast.
Meats & Taters
Two eggs cooked to order, plus all of our breakfast meats bacon, ham slice, and sausage links, choice of toast or biscuit, and potatoes.
Flat Tire
Artisan naan flatbread grilled then topped with fresh scrambled eggs, spinach, thick-cut bacon, melted cheese, and choice of hollandaise or Monterey salsa.
Stacks & Cracks
Stack of two large buttermilk pancakes with two eggs to order and breakfast meat of choice.
City Benny (A Classic)
Two poached eggs sit atop a toasted English muffin topped with ham, breakfast potatoes, and a luscious hollandaise sauce.
Challah Back Girl
Three slices of bourbon and cream soaked french toast stuffed with vanilla cream and warm apple compote.
City French Toast
Classic preparation featuring three slices of challah bread dipped in egg and grilled to perfection, and topped with cinnamon and powdered sugar.
Savannah Smile
Two fresh blueberry buttermilk pancakes topped with vanilla granola and accompanied with sausage links and maple syrup.
Plain Jane Stack
Stack of three large buttermilk pancakes served with warm maple syrup.
Nom Nom Nomlettes (We're Egg-Static)
Build your Own Omelette
3 large eggs with your choice of any 4 ingredients, American cheese, toast, and potatoes.
Large Marge Omelette
Five egg omelets filled with all breakfast meats onions, peppers cheese topped with tomatoes and sour cream then served with a heaping portion of our breakfast potatoes.
A Little Cheesy Omelette
Three eggs with a triple cheese blend of American, Monterey Jack, and cheddar.
Mediterranean Malay Omelette
Egg white omelet featuring feta cheese, roasted peppers, mushrooms, onions, tomatoes, black olives, and spinach leaves.
Mile High Omelette
Classic Denver omelet with three eggs, ham, onion, and green peppers, and shredded cheddar.
Santa Fe Omelette
Three eggs, roasted onions, and peppers, Monterey jack or cheddar blend then topped with grilled chicken our Monterey sauce and diced tomatoes.
Screamin' Demon Omelette
Three eggs, spicy chorizo, diced green chilies, Cholula hot sauce, jalapeños, pepper jack cheese, onions, and peppers topped with our house salsa.
California Girl Omelette
Three eggs, fresh avocado, diced tomatoes, and spinach, with melted swiss cheese and topped with sour cream.
Country Fried Steak Omelette
Three egg omelets with chopped country-fried steak, topped with our country gravy served with your choice of home fries or hash browns.
Philly Fanatic Omelette
Three eggs, thin-sliced steak, grilled peppers and onions, and melted provolone. Served with your choice of home fries or hash browns and toast.
Breakfast (Change of Pace)
The Southern Belle
Cheesy grits with chopped bacon and two eggs to order on top, accompanied by a fresh-baked buttermilk biscuit.
Old Fashioned Oatmeal
Old fashioned oatmeal with raisins and brown sugar.
Fruit & Yogurt Parfait
Fruit and yogurt parfait topped with granola served with a fresh-baked muffin or breakfast loaf.
Breakfast Sides
Sausage Gravy
Southern Style Cheesy Grits
Bacon (3 Sl)
Sausage Links (3 Ct)
Sausage Patties (2 Ct)
Ham Slice
Egg
Home Fries
Hash Browns
Side of Salsa
Sour Cream
Toasted Bread
Biscuit
Grits
Pancake (1 pc)
Blueberry Pancake (1 pc)
Fruit Cup
Desserts (Sweet Endings)
Mega Chocolate Fudge Cake
Each slice is over one pound.
Beverages
Fountain Drink
Sweet Tea
Unsweet Tea
Fresh Brewed Coffee
Hot Tea
Hot Chocolate
Orange Juice
Milk
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Recent Reviews
I live within walking distance and visit here frequently. The food is well prepared and delicious. Very friendly staff. Prices are good too. I like trying new places but find myself returning again and again.
November 2022
Great neighborhood breakfast location, not your average diner! Screaming Bean Cafe inside offers any specialty coffee you might want. California girl with chorizo omelette and biscuits and gravy came out quickly and were excellent! High quality food and creative menu of breakfast options. Friendly service and hometown feel. Oh, and there is a very tempting dessert case, which I will remember for take out.
September 2022
Good food. Nice people. Only complaint is everytime we order the kids their silver dollar pancakes, either they come out so small the kids are still hungry, or they come out so big we end up throwing one away. Need some consistency there but that'd miniscule. I recommend!
August 2022
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