Palace Southside

Palace Southside in Lakeland, Florida combines the comfort of Italian and pizza dining with a real winery presence, earning a 4.5 rating from 132 guests who clearly keep coming back. Lakeland sits between Tampa and Orlando along I-4, drawing both locals and travelers who want something beyond chain restaurants. The Southside location serves a community that's grown steadily in recent years, with residents who value neighborhood spots that offer genuine quality. It's the kind of place that fills up on a Friday without much advertising.

The Italian menu provides the foundation: pasta, wood-fired or traditional pizza, and classic dishes that pair naturally with Italian-style wines. The winery component means you're getting more than just a wine list. Think curated pours, possible house wines, and staff who can actually talk through what's in the glass. Pizza and wine might sound casual, but done right it's one of the most satisfying pairings there is, and Palace Southside understands that. It's a full dining experience with the wine program woven in, not bolted on.

Palace Southside serves Lakeland's southside neighborhoods and pulls guests from across Polk County, including Winter Haven, Bartow, and Plant City to the west. Its location near the US-98 corridor makes it a convenient stop for residents throughout the greater Lakeland area.