Solve these Lakeland spots written as emojis

Are you fluent in emojis? Test your local knowledge by deciphering these Lakeland landmarks + businesses written in emoji form.

An exterior view of Cob & Pen, a restaurant inside a Tudor-style house, surrounded by palm trees.

Here’s a hint for one of our clues below.

Photo via @justlakelandpics

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A picture is worth a thousand words, so we asked you to describe your favorite place in LAL using only emojis. Can you guess them all?

Disclaimer: Sometimes emojis won’t show up if your software isn’t up to date. You may need to update your computer to view these.

  1. 🌊 👑 🦢
  2. 💚 🛒 🤗
  3. 👦 🦢 👧 🦢
  4. ⬛ ☕
  5. 🅱️
  6. 🏛️ 🖼️
  7. ☀️ 🎉 ✈️
  8. 💕 🎹
  9. 💗 🐓 🍗
  10. 🦢 🍺
  11. 🏰 🍕
  12. 🍑 🏠
  13. 🥗🍦🍕🍜🌮🍣🍔🥃
  14. 🇺🇸 🥖 🥐
  15. 🏃‍♂️ 🌊 🐊 🦢

Feeling confident? Keep scrolling for the answer key and see how many you got right.

Answer key

  1. Lake Morton — Known for its royal swans, Lake Morton is an outdoor staple.
  2. PublixWhere shopping is a pleasure. This locally based supermarket chain is the go-to choice for loyal shoppers.
  3. Cob & Pen — Did you know that this popular bar + eatery gets its name from the names for male and female swans? If you didn’t, you probably won’t forget it now.
  4. Black & Brew Coffee House and Bistro — With three locations in Lakeland, this popular coffee and lunch spot is known for its seasonal offerings, flavorful salads, and baked goods.
  5. Circle B Bar ReserveDid we trick you with this one? Head to Circle B for fresh air and alligator sightings.
  6. Ashley Gibson Barnett Museum of Art — Formerly known as the Polk Museum of Art, this fine art museum is a favorite among tourists + locals.
  7. SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo — The next festivities kick off April 1-6, 2025, featuring airshows and fly-by showcases.
  8. Pink Piano — Local performers gather at at this piano bar to share their talents with other creatives + audiences alike.
  9. LoveBird Almost Famous Chicken — If you like kickin’ chicken, head to LoveBird for savory sides, hot chicken, and sweets.
  10. Swan Brewing — With 50 taps and locally brewed craft beers, Swan Brewing offers weekly trivia and food trucks to fill your social calendar.
  11. Palace Pizza — Two words: garlic knots. If you know, you know.
  12. Peach House — Stop by for unique drinks and Old Florida-inspired fare.
  13. The JoineryWondering what The Joinery has to offer? Check out the emojis for number 13. This local gathering place offers everything from ice cream to hand-crafted cocktails to sushi bowls.
  14. Born & Bread Bakehouse — This Forbes-recognized local bakery is known for its unique creations, like the cruffin.
  15. Lake Hollingsworth — Run, walk, bike, or hammock. Lake Hollingsworth has a little something for everyone.
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