Dena’s Place is a casual, cozy family restaurant located at 4525 Florida Ave S in Lakeland, Florida. It offers a welcoming setting for a relaxed breakfast, satisfying lunch, brunch, or a simple meal enjoyed on your own.
With a menu that includes comfort food, healthy options, coffee, quick bites, desserts, and local specialties, Dena’s Place provides a versatile choice for different tastes and occasions. Guests can enjoy table service or counter service, along with comfortable seating and a restroom for added convenience.
Whether you are stopping in for great coffee and dessert, meeting family for a meal, arranging private dining, or looking for catering, Dena’s Place offers several ways to enjoy its food and service. Customers can choose dine-in, takeaway, or delivery, making it convenient for both planned meals and quick visits.
Reservations are accepted, and the restaurant welcomes payment by credit card, debit card, and NFC mobile payments.
Accessibility is an important part of the experience at Dena’s Place, with a wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance, seating, and toilet. The restaurant is rated 4.70 out of 5 based on 489 customer reviews, reflecting its strong reception among diners.
To learn more or place an order, call +1 863-937-4514, or visit Dena’s Place at 4525 Florida Ave S, Lakeland, FL 33813, United States.
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Our Story
Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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Hear from our valued guests
Great place for lunch!! The 🍔 was homemade and delicious. The uncle John's smoked sausage hoagie was the best with cheese. But the onion rings stole the show, light and fluffy, so good even without the house made dipping sauce. It is a little noisy .
This is Lakelands best kept secret. My wife and I went for breakfast and we both agreed that it was outstanding and cost just $22.00 for the both of us. We went on Tuesday for the Meatloaf Special, not exaggerating it was the best that I have had besides my wifes. The sides were awesome, the cornbread, corn casserole, fried green tomatoes, even the mashed potatoes were just good and made with love. We are going back today Thursday for the Turkey & Dressing special, I can't wait, I know it's going to oh so good !. If you are looking for a great place to eat with down to earth prices then stop by Dena's Place you won't be disappointed. We went back for the Turkey & Dressing on Thursday just awesome, then we went back on Wednesday for the Chicken & Dumplings. I have attached pictures of the Meatloaf and Turkey & Dressing. Can't wait to go back for the Baked Chicken & Rice then the Pot Roast & Veggies and then finally the Beef & Rice. We look forward to doing to Dena's Place.
We came here based on the reviews. I had the chicken fried steak and eggs with a super fresh large homemade biscuit. Everything was excellent! I’d come back again if I’m ever here again.
Those who served and even who owned the place, were lovely people. They talked with us as if we were old friends. The food was the most delicious and was southern style. I can't wait to go back again.
Wonderful little diner. Biscuits (taste like from scratch) are to die for. The country fried steak was tender and delicious. My husband had the ham and egg sandwich on their biscuit with real home fried red potatoes. We've been back 2 more times since our first visit.
Literally some of the best food I have EVER had! Their reuben is absolutely perfect, the meat is high quality and the proportions are just right! Their Chicken and dumplings are fantastic and they're just as tasty with the dressing. Between the sweet potato casserole and the mac and cheese, I can't choose a favorite! The staff are all super friendly too, and Dena is the best!!!
Great breakfast with reasonable prices! Dalia, the server was wonderful! She was so nice and helpful. All food was good. I usually don't like French toast but theirs was the best I've tried until now. Grits were good too and my eggs were done perfectly. Will be back for sure!
This was my first time eating here, and I enjoyed every aspect of this nostalgic experience from the “Voted #2 in America” window signs to the classic music playing softly in the background. Great customer service and clean environment. The vaulted ceiling and rustic decor provided a very comforting atmosphere. I was raised on some of the best TN soul-food, so my expectations are high. Dena’ s passed the test with a surprising star item on my plate, the THIN, CRISPY, CORNBREAD MUFFINS! I ordered two extra to go. Plus a liver and onion to go plate for my husband. According to the server, everyone who orders it, loves it, so I hope he agrees. And the light but tasty homemade coconut pie was refreshing. I’ll be back on a Wednesday to try the chicken and dumpling special.
This is one of our favorite spots in Lakeland and definitely our favorite diner! The food is amazing and the friendly staff make you feel at home. The chicken and Swiss sandwich is the way to go paired with the soup of the day that never fails to satisfy!
I came today for my first visit. I had the daily special turkey and dressing. The food was home made and so great. The service was great and customer service top notch. I finished my meal with homemade strawberry shortcake that was served on homemade yellow cake. Will def. Return as a regular! 🩷
Common questions about Dena's Place
Dena's Place is located at 4525 Florida Ave S, Lakeland, FL 33813, United States , Florida Ave S, 4525 Florida Ave S, United States.
You can reach Dena's Place by calling +1 863-937-4514.
Dena's Place has a rating of 4.7 out of 5 based on 489 customer reviews.
Dena's Place features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Dena's Place features the following service options: Takeaway, Dine-in, Delivery.
Dena's Place features the following highlights: Great coffee, Great dessert, Serves local specialty.
Dena's Place features the following popular for: Breakfast, Lunch, Solo dining.
Dena's Place features the following offerings: Coffee, Comfort food, Healthy options, Private dining room, Quick bite.
Dena's Place features the following dining options: Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Catering, Counter service, Dessert, Seating, Table service.
Dena's Place features the following amenities: Restroom.
Dena's Place features the following atmosphere: Casual, Cozy.
Dena's Place features the following crowd: Groups, Tourists.
Dena's Place features the following planning: Accepts reservations.
Dena's Place features the following payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments.
Dena's Place features the following children: Good for kids, High chairs, Kids' menu.
Dena's Place features the following parking: Free parking lot, Free street parking, Plenty of parking.
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