Dena's Place — Restaurant in Lakeland

I decided to check this location out after receiving some recommendations.

The diner has a quaint atmosphere reminiscent of the 1960's. From the bright banana yellow paint, to the music from yesteryear. There are decorations mounted on the walls all throughout the restaurant that lend to a welcoming, family-friendly environment. The restaurant is clean, and well-kempt.

The food:

I shall preface this segment by pointing out the food here is made from scratch. It is indistinguishable from eating a meal at a relatives' home for the holidays.

I went for the family lunch meal: Country Fried Steak with French fries, Mac and cheese, and cornbread. The cornbreads are baked in the image of a cookie, and are quite good. The French fries are a little bit breaded much like those you would find at KFC, only better in my opinion. The Mac and cheese is also homemade, and as such is fresh; the cheese was not runny at all. Finally, the star of the dish, the country fries steak, was delicious! The breading was just right and the white gravy tasted better than some of the gravies I encountered elsewhere in many restaurants!

The faculty:

The faculty were friendly and accommodating. The proprietor of the restaurant, Dena, was warm and genuinely invested in the quality of her food.

The price: I only paid around 16 dollars for the dinner with two sides and a cornbread, and a drink. Soft drink refills are free. You get a good amount of food for the price you pay.

Conclusion: All in all, I highly recommend this restaurant, and I will be coming back to try more of the menu...

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Dina’s Place Diner and Grill, and I must say, it exceeded all my expectations. From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with warm smiles and a welcoming atmosphere that made me feel right at home.

The menu offers a delightful variety of options, and every dish I tried was nothing short of amazing. The turkey and dressing were juicy and flavorful, the salads fresh and crisp, and the liver and onions was amazing. Each bite was a testament to the quality and care that goes into the cooking at Dina’s Place.

Service was top-notch as well. The staff was attentive, friendly, and quick to accommodate any request. It’s clear they take pride in ensuring every guest has a great experience.

To top it all off, the prices are very reasonable, making it easy to enjoy a delicious meal without breaking the bank. Dina’s Place Diner and Grill is a hidden gem that I highly recommend to anyone looking for great food, excellent service, and good value. I can’t...

Anticipated enjoying Dena's for breakfast today on our first visit. We arrived at 11:02 and they stated breakfast is only served till 11:00. I guess we should have walked faster. We decided to then order off of the lunch menu. My wife ordered a California type burger which was good but not overly exceptional. I ordered the Philly beef sub which ,in my opinion was very good although a choice of cheeses other than provolone would be nice. Yes I should have inquired. I also ordered ☕️ coffee which I prefer to be a bit more robust. Our order did take some time due to the changeover from breakfast to lunch. We were fortunate enough to meet Dena who is such a pleasant host and told her now that we know we will return in the near future to enjoy the breakfast menu offerings. She also offered, and we accepted an on the house desert, now that's great customer service. Rest assured we will return. Overall seems like a good place to eat and the staff is friendly and I do say the place seemed...