Don't want to cook on Christmas? Here's a look at Polk restaurants that will be open
LAKELAND – You’ve spent the past month or so scrambling to get ready for the holidays, particularly Christmas, and it’s been go, go, go.
Well, Christmas day is meant for relaxation, fun, togetherness and food…wait, food? If you’re not in the mood for spending extra time fixing up another holiday dinner, here are some culinary establishments across Polk County that will be open and ready to serve Christmas day.
Local eateries, for dine-in
Cozy Oaks in Lakeland will be open for dine-in customers from 6:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Contact: 863-802-8121, www.cozyoaksrestaurant.com.
Sizzling Grill in Lake Wales will be open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., holiday menu on website Contact: 863-676-4898, or https://sizzlinggrillfl.com.
Ling’s Buffet in Lakeland will be open from 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., usual buffet-style dining in addition to a regular menu. Contact: 863-701-8787 or see Ling’s Buffet, Facebook.
The Peking House in Lakeland will be open with its regular menu from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. and does not take reservations. Contact: 863-688-9022, www.thepekinghouse.com.
Philly Steak and Wing in Lakeland will be open from 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. and offer its regular menu. Contact: 863-606-6122, www.phillysteakandwingslakeland.com.
MJ’s Pizza & Wings in Lakeland will be open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m, possibly until 9 p.m. if needed. See www.mjspizzawingsmenu.com, their Facebook page or call 863-816-6950.
Antojitos Navideños Restaurant in Lakeland will be open 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., children eat free with some restrictions. See their Facebook page or call 863-500-6585.
Hibachi Buffet in Lakeland will be open 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., see their Facebook page or call 863-333-0066.
Buffet City in Winter Haven will be open 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., see www.facebook.com/BuffetCityWinterHaven/ or call 863-292-9898.
Duke’s Brewhouse in Winter Haven will be open 1 p.m. to midnight, see www.dukesbrewhouse.com or call 863-576-9464.
Duke’s Brewhouse in Lakeland will be open 4 p.m. to midnight, see www.dukesbrewhouse.com or call 863-647-9464.
Curry Mango in Lakeland will be open 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., see www.mycurrymango.com or call 863-940-2275.
Hungry Crab Juicy Seafood & Bar in Winter Haven will be open 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m., see www.hungrycrabseafood.com/winterhaven.html or call 863-201-8888.
Hungry Crab Davenport will be open 11:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. See www.hungrycrabseafood.com/Davenport.html
Fancy Q Sushi & Thai in Lakeland will be open 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. See www.fancyqsouthlakeland.com or call 863-646-6666
Sushi Masa Lakeland will be open 12 noon to 8:30 p.m. See www.sushimasaus.com or call 863-450-4456.
SoFresh in Lakeland will be open 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. See www.lovesofresh.com or call 863-622-1369.
Larger chains
(* Most locations open, but there will be exceptions, check your local restaurant before going.)
Starbucks, select locations, hours may vary, check before going. *
IHOP, 24 hours, but some may vary, check before going.
Village Inn, open 7 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Waffle House, 24 hours.
Boston Market, 9 a.m. to 10 p.m., select restaurants, check before going.
Buffalo Wild Wings, 11 a.m. to midnight.
Perkins, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.*
Dunkin’ Donuts, holiday hours may vary, check before going.*
Romano’s Macaroni Grill, 12 to 8 p.m.
Wendy’s, hours vary depending on location, check before going.*
Burger King, 6 a.m. to midnight drive-thru, 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., inside, check before going.*
Salem’s in Lakeland, 10 a.m. to 4 a.m.
Golden Corral in Lakeland, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Golden Corral in Winter Haven, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Do you know of a restaurant we missed? Send us a note at newstips@theledger.com.
This article originally appeared on The Ledger: Several restaurants in Polk will be open to diners on Christmas
