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Where to grab a late-night bite in Lakeland

We know just where to go when those late-night cravings hit.

Stay late after Cob & Pen’s Monday night trivia with a basket of fries.

Photo by @cob_and_pen

Picture this: You finish a double-header at the Silvermoon Drive-In and late-night cravings kick in. While most of Lakeland shuts its doors by 10 p.m., there are still several options for night owls with the midnight munchies.

Ax-Caliber, 204 E. Orange St. | Open Friday-Saturday until 11 p.m.
Order a dipping board from the late night menu and cocktails for your ax throwing team.

Cob & Pen, 1221 S. Florida Ave. | Open Sunday-Thursday until 11 p.m., Friday-Saturday until 12 a.m.
Satisfy your cravings with crispy Ultimate Fries and your choice of dipping sauces.

The Back Nine, 124 S. Tennessee Ave. | Open Friday-Saturday until 11 p.m.
Grab a round of cocktails during a round of virtual golf — and don’t forget the Cuban egg rolls.

The Brass Tap, 1515 Town Center Dr. | Open Sunday-Thursday until 12 a.m., Friday-Saturday until 2 a.m.
Swing by this Lakeside Village spot for a late-night draft beer + live music.

Food & Beer, 3615 S. Florida Ave., Ste. 1350 | Open Sunday-Thursday until 1 a.m., Friday-Saturday until 2 a.m.
The name says it all — pop in after a long day for freshly made dishes and ice cold drinks.

Gator’s Dockside, 5147 US Hwy. 98 S. | Open Sunday-Saturday until 12 a.m.
Choose your spice level and indulge in a plate of award-winning chicken wings.

Salem’s Fresh Eats, 101 E. Memorial Blvd. | Open Sunday-Saturday until 4 a.m.
Out really late? Drive through this fast food go-to for a gyro or Philly cheesesteak.

Vasco Sixty-One, 215 E. Main St. | Open Monday-Saturday until 1 a.m., Sunday until 12 a.m.
Enjoy tapas + cocktails under the stars at Lakeland’s latest rooftop bar.

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