Location: Winter Haven
Top Restaurants in Winter Haven
Top Things to do in Winter Haven
Where to Eat in Winter Haven: The Best Restaurants and Bars
Winter Haven is a city in Polk County, Florida, United States. The population was 33,874 at the 2010 census. According to the U.S. Census Bureau's 2015 estimates, the city had a population of 37,689, making it the second most populated city in Polk County. It is a principal city of the Lakeland-Winter Haven, Florida Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Things to do in Winter Haven
1. Ovation Bistro & Bar
Overall Ratings
5 based on 130 reviews
#1 smokehouse in Central Florida: At Ovation Bistro & Bar, we are unashamedly passionate about the food and drinks we create. As a family owned and operated business, we are always ready to serve! Our mouthwatering ribs and in-house smoked meats have earned us serious street cred among locals and visitors alike, and for good reason. Sit back and relax with a refreshing drink in our warm and casual dinning environment. We offer 2-4-1 wines, spirits and beer all day everyday. We want to make sure that you get this great value anytime you want to come, not when we want you to come. We have fun at the Ovation Bistro & Bar and we really love what we do!
Reviewed By dhumphrey2018 - Winter Haven, Florida
We love this restaurant and have been multiple times.The food is very tasteful, delicious and presented very well. Patrick has taken great care of us several times and we do appreciate him as our server. You will love this place without a doubt!!Thanks for coming multiple times! We would love it for you to visit us in Davnporr or Winter Haven! We are so happy that Patrick took such great care of you and know what he will next time you come in too! -Team Ovation
2. Arabellas Italian Ristorante
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 320 reviews
Welcome to Arabellas Ristorante, located in Time Square, the heart of historic downtown Winter Haven. We offer the best Italian and Mediterranean cuisine, created from the freshest ingredients and served in a warm, casually elegant atmosphere.
Reviewed By Weston M - Ann Arbor, Michigan
I really enjoyed the osso bucco. And the vegetables and mashed potatoes that were included all tasted great as well. Sometimes the vegetables are an afterthought – but not here.
3. Harry's Old Place
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 569 reviews
Reviewed By buckmi - Michigan
open at 4 on Sunday and we arrived around 4:30--got busy. Great selection of fresh fish, served with two sides and hush puppies. Hush puppies were excellent, salad was fresh and green beans had red pepper in them. When my fish arrived, it wasn't cooked enough. We had waited a long time to get our food (not sure why) so when they had to recook my fish, the owner brought it out and gave me my dinner free. Great food and garlic hints in many dishes.
4. Andy's Driven In Restaurant and Igloo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 366 reviews
Reviewed By Jodi M - Florida
They have amazing breakfast. The bacon omelette are just amazing. The portions are huge and prices are great. The staff is super friendly and helpful. We didn’t know it was cash only, but thankfully there is an ATM in their restaurant if you aren’t prepared.
5. Harborside Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 596 reviews
Harborside, the premier waterfront seafood and steak restaurant in Polk County is now open to the public. With its amazing lakeside views, outdoor patio seating, private boat dock, private dining room and other amenities, Harborside is a must-see restaurant for locals and visitors
Reviewed By Platoonleader - Auburndale, Florida
We made our first trip to Harborside on Sunday, but it won't be our last. We asked for and were given a table with a view of the lake. Service was promt and friendly. All of the appetizers and entree's came out hot and on time. We all enjoyed the seafood very much. The blackened Mahi mahi was excellent as we're the crab cakes. The seafood platter also was very good. Our party of four enjoyed the restaurant very much and will return. The prices seemed reasonable for the value received.
6. Saigon Garden
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 83 reviews
Reviewed By Wayne179 - Kissimmee, Florida
The Vietnam menu provides the real McCoy food that you would get if you travelled thousands of miles to the actual country (which you should at some time to see exceptionally beautiful scenery and pleasant natives). For those who have never had Vietnamese food, you can have your favorites (beef, chicken, shrimp, etc) as spicy or as plain as you like. Their dishes made with peanut sauce is excellent for those who like a bit of sweetness - and the quantities served are generous enough for you to take some of it home for another meal. The staff is pleasant and helpful in ordering the right dish for you. It is definitely a winner for good tasty food, but could use a bit more atmosphere.
7. Manny's Chop House
Overall Ratings
4 based on 658 reviews
Reviewed By DonByle - Hayward, Wisconsin
Visit Manny's on Wednesday evening and order the Buy-One-Get-One chicken or steak fajitas. They are huge, hot and delicious. The only "less than desirable issues" are the long waiting time before being seated and the noise of a restaurant full of people, all raising their voice, trying to be heard by patrons at their own table. Tip: Arrive at 4 PM to avoid a log wait & It is not a place for a quiet romantic or business dinner.
8. Azteca D'Oro
Overall Ratings
4 based on 173 reviews
Reviewed By Karen C - Paoli, Pennsylvania
Early dinner last Saturday. Margarita was not the best. The food was very good. Had the pork carnitas fajitas. Very tasty and generous portion accompanied by rice & refried beans, and all the usual fajita fixin's. My husband enjoyed the large beef nachos azteca as an entree. Shared an order of sopapillas for desert. Left with two containers of leftovers for the next day's lunch. Honestly, two could easily share one meal and be satisfied. Plan to return on a weekday to try the lunch specials. Service was satisfactory, though not outstanding. Suggest extra napkins and hand wipes be provided at the table.
9. LongHorn Steakhouse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 178 reviews
Reviewed By Paul H - Darlington, United Kingdom
If you want high prices, poor service and a very limited choice then Longhorn is for you.
I thought I'd try the new chicken offering... fried, of course. It was some kind of crispy coating with a few pickles slung on the top served with a ghastly chilli sauce. It came with awful frozen chips that came from the budget section of the local dollar store. The salad was passable and the service was poor and haphazard.
This place is aimed at folk that want a big slab of beef and that's not me, so I won't be rushing back. Oh, and I forgot to mention the ambience... because there wasn't any.
VERY poor.
10. The Twisted Teapot
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 93 reviews
Reviewed By Judy U - Orlando, Florida
This may be my new, favorite place for afternoon tea! Lovely atmosphere, delicious tea sandwiches, soup, desserts and teas! Wow! It was far beyond my expectations! It was worth the 35 mile drive. Service was wonderful and attentive; Crystal was warm and friendly! What a delightful afternoon!
