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Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Lakeland

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A photo of Texas Cattle Company-Lakeland, FL restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(6669)
$$$$
• Steakhouse • Lakeland
Booked 78 times today
This was an amazing experience. I went for a birthday dinner and our server was great, very knowledgeable about the menu and restaurant itself. I got a filet and my boyfriend got a New York strip. They were perfectly cooked and seasoned and then after the dinner we had a nice walk near the water after.
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4.8
Exceptional(16231)
$$$$
• American • Tampa
Booked 217 times today
Fabulous birthday dinner, food and service were excellent! I had the pompano and my husband had the tuna both entrees where exceptional. Had to finish the meal with the bourbon cake and ice cream, walk out feeling satisfied and would highly recommend going to Ulele for a Birthday celebration.
A photo of Meat Market Tampa restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(5225)
$$$$
• Steakhouse • Tampa
Booked 161 times today
We celebrated our two year anniversary here, and our server, Stacy, the manager, and the entire team were exceptional in their customer service. They paid meticulous attention to details and made us feel like royalty. The food was incredible, and the chef’s menu was impressive.
A photo of American Social Tampa restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(2480)
$$$$
• American • Tampa
Booked 143 times today
Great food and super friendly service. Great place to catch a game on tv.
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4.8
Exceptional(1258)
$$$$
• Contemporary Asian • St. Petersburg
Booked 57 times today
Great food, service and atmosphere. Recommend this place to anyone
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4.6
Exceptional(1048)
$$$$
• Contemporary Mexican • Tampa
Booked 92 times today
Best rooftop view in the city!! Food and service was amazing will be back!
A photo of Whiskey Joe's Manatee River restaurant
4.4
Awesome(1068)
$$$$
• Seafood • Ellenton
Booked 20 times today
All staff, from the hostess to our server were friendly. The food was great and perfectly prepared. On a nice table there is a lot of outdoor space to take advantage of and the parking lot has been expanded which was a great surprise. Whiskey Joe's is a great place to go to for a fun time. We've never had a bad meal here.
A photo of Sunset Bar & Grill at Little Harbor restaurant
4.3
Awesome(345)
$$$$
• American • Ruskin
Booked 28 times today
Everyone enjoyed dinner with a great view! We will be back!
A photo of Parkshore Grill restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(4360)
$$$$
• Contemporary American • St. Petersburg
Booked 48 times today
As usual, Parkshore did not disappoint. Chef’s fresh catch special was delicious. Our server Jessica was amazing and truly took our dining experience to another level. Top-notch.
A photo of Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria - Tampa restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1401)
$$$$
• Italian • Tampa
Booked 24 times today
Amazing food! Quick service! but does not compromise the food quality. Amazing service as well. Food is pretty expensive but for a nice dinner the quality is top notch and worth the try!

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  • Sharon
    Tampa / Central Florida West •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Fabulous birthday dinner, food and service were excellent! I had the pompano and my husband had the tuna both entrees where exceptional. Had to finish the meal with the bourbon cake and ice cream, walk out feeling satisfied and would highly recommend going to Ulele for a Birthday celebration.
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    Ulele$$$$• American• Tampa
    •
    4.8
  • Trinity
    Tampa / Central Florida West •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    This was an amazing experience. I went for a birthday dinner and our server was great, very knowledgeable about the menu and restaurant itself. I got a filet and my boyfriend got a New York strip. They were perfectly cooked and seasoned and then after the dinner we had a nice walk near the water after.
    More info
    Texas Cattle Company-Lakeland, FL$$$$• Steakhouse• Lakeland
    •
    4.7
  • Migdalee
    Tampa / Central Florida West •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Oct 31, 2026
    We celebrated our two year anniversary here, and our server, Stacy, the manager, and the entire team were exceptional in their customer service. They paid meticulous attention to details and made us feel like royalty. The food was incredible, and the chef’s menu was impressive.
    More info
    Meat Market Tampa$$$$• Steakhouse• Tampa
    •
    4.7
  • Chris
    Iowa •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Oct 23, 2026
    Jacob was outstanding and made our meal relaxing and enjoyable. He was very attentive to our needs.
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    The Wharf at Sunset Walk$$$$• Seafood• Kissimmee
    •
    4.6
  • CorneliusGold
    Tampa / Central Florida West •54 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on Sep 23, 2026
    All staff, from the hostess to our server were friendly. The food was great and perfectly prepared. On a nice table there is a lot of outdoor space to take advantage of and the parking lot has been expanded which was a great surprise. Whiskey Joe's is a great place to go to for a fun time. We've never had a bad meal here.
    More info
    Whiskey Joe's Manatee River$$$$• Seafood• Ellenton
    •
    4.4
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