Lakeland’s best local businesses

The 1040 spots we’ve checked and stand behind — the ones we’d send a neighbor to. No stars, no pay-to-play.

BaseLocal's Best

● Updated Aug 2

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1040 businesses across 16 categories — pick a shelf, or search them below.

• 01Restaurants380 places · newest: Ajisai 3, Aug 2
• 02Beauty87 places · newest: Arts Of Attraction, Aug 2
• 03Shopping68 places · newest: Amy's Gifts & Party Planning, Aug 2
• 04Entertainment95 places · newest: Bounce Zone Tampa, Aug 2
• 05Nightlife71 places · newest: Bad Monkey, Aug 2
• 06Bakeries & Sweets71 places · newest: Bandidas Bake Shop, Aug 2
• 07Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage57 places · newest: RusticLove Vintage & More, Aug 2
• 08Health & Wellness11 places · newest: Bella Viságe Medical & Aesthetic Rejuvenation, Aug 2
• 09Arts & Culture43 places · newest: ArtReach Orlando, Aug 2
• 10Home & Garden44 places · newest: Brooks Furniture & Mattress, Aug 2
• 11Hobbies, Books, & Crafts35 places · newest: AMP'd Guitar Den, Aug 2
• 12Sporting Goods20 places · newest: Headquarters Military Surplus, Aug 2
• 13Parks & Outdoors20 places · newest: Barnett Family Park, Aug 2
• 14Services6 places · newest: Allway Restaurant Equipment Supplies, Jul 21
• 15Pets19 places · newest: Golden Spots Pet Grooming and Suites, Aug 2
• 16Cafes9 places · newest: Atomic Cat Cafe, Aug 2

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Businesses in categories too small for their own page — yet.

• Alafaya Village

  Other

  Shopping mall with dining and personal services, including an Asian street-food market.

  11790 E Colonial Dr (Orlando) · regencycenters.com ↗

• Lakeland Square Mall

  Other

  Sizable shopping complex offering 90+ retailers, a variety of dining options & a movie theater.

  3800 US Hwy 98 N · lakelandsquare.com ↗

• Lakeland Town Center

  Other

  Shopping plaza with a mix of businesses ranging from grocery and dollar stores to eateries.

  955 E Memorial Blvd · kooshcenters.com ↗

• Lakeside Village

  Other

  Breezy retail plaza for fashion & home goods, with casual dining options & a multiplex cinema.

  1479 Town Center Dr · shoplakesidevillage.com ↗

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