A corner away from Munn Park’s moss-draped oaks, Black & Brew Coffee House & Bistro turns a century-old brick storefront into Lakeland’s unofficial living room. From 7 AM you’ll hear the hiss of a La Marzocco, smell Patriot-roasted espresso, and watch downtown creatives swapping laptops for latte art. By noon, bankers queue for scratch soups and sandwich combos; after five the patio fills with craft-beer fans toasting Florida sunsets.
Services
• All-day counter service: breakfast, lunch, light dinner
• Mobile ordering & curbside pickup; DoorDash/Grubhub delivery radius 5 mi
• Nitro cold-brew taps, rotator craft-beer wall, curated wine list
• Whole-bean retail, branded mugs, and barista-led brewing classes
• Free gig-speed Wi-Fi, plentiful outlets, and weekday meeting nooks
• Vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-sensitive swaps (almond, oat, coconut milks)
• Downtown patio seating that’s dog-friendly and fully shaded
Menu
• Espresso Classics – double shot, Americano, cortado, cappuccino, vanilla or caramel latte
• Signature Sips – Salted Caramel Cold Brew, Maple Bourbon Latte, Chai Frappe
• Breakfast All-Day – Praline-bacon & egg sandwich, Peanut-Butter Açai Bowl, Quiche Lorraine slice
• Fan-Favorite Soups – Lobster Bisque, Tomato Basil, rotating vegan curry lentil
• Sandwiches – Turkey & Brie with raspberry preserve; Chicken Pesto Panino; Napa Valley Veggie on wheat berry
• Salads & Bowls – Mediterranean Power Bowl (citrus chicken, kale, white-bean salad, feta cream); Quinoa Harvest Salad with citrus vinaigrette
• Pastry Case – Monster brownies, almond croissants, gluten-free chocolate chip cookies
• Kids’ Picks – Grilled-cheese bites, fruit cup, mini hot cocoa
Pros
👍 Downtown landmark with free adjacent parking—rare for a bustling Main Street
👍 Coffee geek credentials: house syrups, seasonal single-origin beans, pour-over bar
👍 Menu depth—soups, salads, sandwiches, bowls—makes it more than a coffee stop
👍 Inclusive eats: vegan pesto, dairy-free whipped cream, gluten-free buns on request
👍 Community hub vibe: monthly art nights, board-game meetups, staff that remembers your order by visit three
Reviews
- “Best Lobster Bisque outside the coast—rich but never heavy. Paired with the Turkey & Brie sandwich it’s lunchtime gold.”
- “Salted Caramel Cold Brew changed my caffeine life: smooth, never bitter, and that sweet-salty foam is addictive.”
- “Stopped after the farmers market—patio is shady, servers brought my dog a water bowl, and my Quinoa Harvest Salad was portioned for a linebacker.”
- “Open-mic Thursdays feel like a tiny concert venue. I nursed a Maple Bourbon Latte for two hours and the baristas still refilled my water with a smile.”
- “Gluten-free cookie that actually tastes like a cookie! Plus they swapped oat milk into my mocha at no extra cost—huge win for celiacs.”
From sunrise espresso rituals to late-night brownie cravings, Black & Brew blends craft coffee, comforting café fare, and downtown Lakeland charm—serving big flavors and even bigger community spirit that lure newcomers in and keep regulars coming back cup after cup. 🌞☕🥪