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Name: Fat Maggie’s
Address: 1037 Dixieland Mall Ln, Lakeland, FL, 33803
Telephone: (863) 937-8962
Price range: Under $11
Rating: 4.17

Fat Maggie’s

1037 Dixieland Mall Ln, Lakeland, FL, 33803

(863) 937-8962
Store is closed

Fat Maggie’s Menu

Starters

Beer Cheese Dip

Fat Maggie Nachos

Mini Brisket Quesadilla

Buffalo Chicken Dip

Corn Dog Pops

Truffle Fries

Beer Cheese Dip

Fat Maggie Nachos

Mini Brisket Quesadilla

Buffalo Chicken Dip

Corn Dog Pops

Truffle Fries
Meats

Grilled Chicken

Pulled Pork

Brisket

Grilled Chicken

Pulled Pork

Brisket
Greens

Smoke House Salad

Chicken Caesar Salad

Polk County Salad

Brisket Quesadilla Salad

Smoke House Salad

Chicken Caesar Salad

Polk County Salad

Brisket Quesadilla Salad
Build a Sammi - Select Your Meat

Selection Topping Item

Smokahouse Burger

Grilled Chicken

Pulled Pork

Brisket

Angus Hot Dog

Candied Bacon

Selection Topping Item

Smokahouse Burger

Grilled Chicken

Pulled Pork

Brisket

Angus Hot Dog

Candied Bacon
Sides

Nana's Broccoli Casserole

Mac & Cheese

Candied Bacon Mac

Kitchen Sink Chili (Bowl)

Kitchen Sink Chili (Cup)

Chips & Cheese

French Fries

Mini Corn on the Grill

Grilled Asparagus

Side Salad

Side Caesar

Nana's Broccoli Casserole

Mac & Cheese

Candied Bacon Mac

Kitchen Sink Chili (Bowl)

Kitchen Sink Chili (Cup)

Chips & Cheese

French Fries

Mini Corn on the Grill

Grilled Asparagus

Side Salad

Side Caesar
Little Pups Menu - Entrees

Mac & Cheese

Grilled Chicken Tender (1 Side)

Corn Dog Pups (1 Side)

Grilled Cheese (1 Side)

Hot Dog (1 Side)

Mac & Cheese

Grilled Chicken Tender (1 Side)

Corn Dog Pups (1 Side)

Grilled Cheese (1 Side)

Hot Dog (1 Side)
Little Pups Menu - Sides

Chips & Cheese

Corn on the Grill

Broccoli Casserole

Asparagus

Salad

French Fries

Chips & Cheese

Corn on the Grill

Broccoli Casserole

Asparagus

Salad

French Fries
Desserts

Ginny Lou's Nutella Cheesecake

Banana Pudding

Ginny Lou's Nutella Cheesecake

Banana Pudding

Healthy Meal suggestions for Fat Maggie’s

Starters

Beer Cheese Dip [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Fat Maggie Nachos [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Mini Brisket Quesadilla [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Buffalo Chicken Dip [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Corn Dog Pops [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Truffle Fries [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Beer Cheese Dip [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Fat Maggie Nachos [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Mini Brisket Quesadilla [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Buffalo Chicken Dip [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Corn Dog Pops [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Truffle Fries [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Meats

Grilled Chicken [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pulled Pork [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Brisket [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Grilled Chicken [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pulled Pork [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Brisket [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Greens

Smoke House Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chicken Caesar Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Polk County Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Brisket Quesadilla Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Smoke House Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chicken Caesar Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Polk County Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Brisket Quesadilla Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Build a Sammi - Select Your Meat

Selection Topping Item [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Smokahouse Burger [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Grilled Chicken [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pulled Pork [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Brisket [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Angus Hot Dog [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Candied Bacon [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Selection Topping Item [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Smokahouse Burger [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Grilled Chicken [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pulled Pork [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Brisket [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Angus Hot Dog [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Candied Bacon [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Sides

Nana's Broccoli Casserole [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Mac & Cheese [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Candied Bacon Mac [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Kitchen Sink Chili (Bowl) [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Kitchen Sink Chili (Cup) [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chips & Cheese [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

French Fries [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Mini Corn on the Grill [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Grilled Asparagus [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Side Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Side Caesar [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Nana's Broccoli Casserole [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Mac & Cheese [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Candied Bacon Mac [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Kitchen Sink Chili (Bowl) [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Kitchen Sink Chili (Cup) [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chips & Cheese [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

French Fries [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Mini Corn on the Grill [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Grilled Asparagus [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Side Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Side Caesar [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Little Pups Menu - Entrees

Mac & Cheese [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Grilled Chicken Tender (1 Side) [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Corn Dog Pups (1 Side) [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Grilled Cheese (1 Side) [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Hot Dog (1 Side) [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Mac & Cheese [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Grilled Chicken Tender (1 Side) [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Corn Dog Pups (1 Side) [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Grilled Cheese (1 Side) [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Hot Dog (1 Side) [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Little Pups Menu - Sides

Chips & Cheese [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Corn on the Grill [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Broccoli Casserole [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Asparagus [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

French Fries [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chips & Cheese [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Corn on the Grill [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Broccoli Casserole [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Asparagus [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

French Fries [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Desserts

Ginny Lou's Nutella Cheesecake [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Banana Pudding [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Ginny Lou's Nutella Cheesecake [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Banana Pudding [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

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Write An Anonymous Review

E T.

Order the truffle fries they are delicious and the sticky ketchup has just the right kick!
(4)
Stephen S.

This place was great. The food and service where excellent and not to pricey. This is the first time I have ever written a review on Yelp, but this place was fantastic. Our daughter attends FSC which is close by and we will definitely go back to Fat Maggies when in town.
(5)
Ginger R.

We ordered takeout for a business lunch and everyone raved about it. I had the pulled pork,and while it was a little dry, I'll take a little blame for not getting a sauce on it. my counterparts loved the brisket, grilled chicken and burgers. The truffle fries are addictive!
(4)
Seth P.

We need more places like Fat Maggies! The staff was friendly, the atmosphere was unique, and the food was great. There are few places who can pull of BBQ, Burgers, and Chicken the way that Fat Maggies does. It is cooked well and tastes great. I would encourage people to check out this Lakeland gem. Sit out on the porch or inside with a craft beer and some great BBQ!
(5)
jeffrey h.

i realize they have just opened so take the into account,ordered the grilled chicken breast ,it looked more like grilled chicken tenders juicy enough but pretty much flavorless,side salad was really good with fresh great tasting tomatoes,couple of cuke slices and to hard to bite croutons,no knife to cut it with since they were still being washed,never got one during the entire meal,food came on plate with no garnishment whatsoever,just a little sprinkling of parsley would have looked better,grilled asparagus would have been tastier with maybe some lolive oil or balsamic vinegar before grilling,pretty much raw,although i asked for them charred.personally would like one full menu instead of two seperate ones,my friend liked the nacho's and i will be back to try the kobe beef brisket next time,wish the place was bigger but it was nice enough inside!
(3)
Cathi B.

Fat Maggie's is Lakeland's latest success....and just a really good place to eat....I have been twice in the less than a month that Fat Maggie's has been open and both times have been better than I expected (and I have high expectations). A small comfortable environment that seats about 20 people inside is clean, inviting, and friendly. The waitstaff are knowledgeable, attentive, and there to make your experience a pleasant one. If you are looking for the same ol humdrum of chain restaurants then this is not the place for you. The menu includes foodie favorites like candied bacon, truffle fries, and made from scratch Nutella cheesecake. I would recommend non-peak hours to truly enjoy the experience but no matter when you go a true connoisseur of culture won't be disappointed. (Next time I'm trying the Intelligentsia coffee which owner Dustin says will ruin other coffees for you)
(5)
Amanda K.

This place is delicious. I had pulled pork tacos with broccoli casserole and Mac and cheese. For desert I had the banana pudding everything I ate was paired with Kentucky Bourbon Barrel beer. It was a great pair with the pork and the owner suggested it with the banana pudding as well which was also delicious.
(5)
Ludi F.

I went to Fat Maggie's with my aunt (who introduced us to the place) and my mom (who hates BBQ) we thought she was going to hate it because they have a lot of BBQ items on the menu but we all loved it! The place is so tiny which makes me love it even more! i love little businesses! The reason its called fat Maggie's is because the owners dog is fat and named Maggie! how cute! any who! the food was absolutely delicious! the french fries were to dieeeeee for! the mac n cheese is a whole other story! it was so flavorful and great! i recommend this place to anyone who loves a cute little atmosphere and great food!
(5)
James O.

The food was good, though wasn't cooked to my specifications (I asked for medium and got well done). Not a biggie, but when you're paying 12-14 dollars for a burger... Its a really nice home-style cooking. The biggest constraints are space though! (and it would be nice if they got the bathroom door fixed so it would lock).
(4)
Christopher B.

Tried Fat Maggie's based on a Facebook photo my buddy took. The food looked so good I had to try. I was not disappointed at all. Try the make your own sandwich, the combinations you can make is awesome. Update: been twice since my first visit. The portions have gotten smaller and smaller. Sigh...had high hopes for this place.
(5)
Scott J.

The Brisket was great, broccoli casserole was outstanding but very cheesy. I ordered fries because they do not have the kitchen sink chili until October but was not disappointed. Wish I could have tried the Chili but everything was great. My brother had the pulled pork salad and he thought it was very good. I tried the pork and loved it.
(5)
Janice N.

This was just decadent Southern Food at its best. The place is super small maybe 12 tables. The decor is super cute and the employees were so welcoming. We ordered the mac and cheese, smothered fries, corn dogs and shared everything. It was all just amazing. It's a must stop when in Lakeland and you're ok blowing your diet out of the water. We will be back for sure!!!!!!
(5)
Janine B.

Cute little place, with great Burgers. Loved the Mac n Cheese topped with Bacon, very nice texture and taste. The food was presented well with lots of care. Our Server was friendly and made great suggestions. Yelp always helps me with impressing my friends. I know where all the cool spots for great food. Thanks to my fellow Yelpers !
(4)
Shannon H.

We had the pulled pork and 2 sides - candied bacon mac and caesar salad. They make their own barbecue sauce and serve it on the side, which is great so you can taste the flavor of the pork and add sauce if you wish. The sauce was wonderful. The sweet tea is brewed fresh and was really good and not too overly sweet...It was perfect. Chelsea was our server and she was friendly and was able to make recommendations from the menu, seemed like she genuinely loves the food. She also never let us run out of drinks. Don't miss this great BBQ. :)
(5)
Casey F.

Came in for lunch for the first time. From the pictures I saw on yelp, and reading others reviews, I was super excited to try this place out! Unfortunately, we were very dissatisfied with our food. Although it was tasty, the overall meal experience was disappointing. I ordered the grilled chicken meal for $10. I got three little tiny grilled chicken pieces, with two sides- grilled asparagus and chili. My whole plate was cold. I had to send back my chili, which I replaced with fries. Those at least came out hot. My husband ordered a build your own sandwich with brisket, avocado, tomato, lettuce, and pickles. He ordered the grilled cheese as his bun. ($4 extra) his brisket meat was good, but it was cold. The grilled cheese bun came out soggy. His sandwich fell apart in his hands. He paid the extra $1 for his side of mac&cheese topped with candied bacon. That came out and it was dry with no flavor. Our bill came to $31. To us, it was a bit overpriced for what you get. Had the food been hot, I think we probably would have enjoyed it more. The fresh strawberry flavored tea and french fries were the only enjoyable things, along with the quaint atmosphere. Our waitress was friendly. :) Maybe it was an off day? I don't know, but this was another disappointing eating experience for me. We won't be back. :(
(2)
Ryan K.

Best beef brisket I've ever had.. must try the bacon mac and cheese... loved it! Great little place!!
(5)
Cathryn G.

I had been wanting to try this place for some time and I am glad that I finally did. First, it is kind of hard to find. It is a tiny little house on a side street, very obscure. The restaurant itself is very small, with less than 10 tables. It is very quaint and country. There is some bar space outside as well. We went on a Saturday night at 6pm and were seated right away. Our server was incredibly friendly and told us all about the menu since I had not been there before. The tea is free refills, but sodas are in glass bottles so you only get one. We started with the truffle French fries and OMG they were soooooooo good. They came with a spicy ketchup and although I love spicy sauces, these fries were so good I barely even used the delicious spicy ketchup. Dinner plates comes with 2 sides or you can make your own sandwich with one side. I chose to make my own sandwich. I had texas toast with pulled pork, garlic aioli, and beer cheese. I definitely want to come back and try the brisket because the person at the next table had it and it also looked awesome. I was tempted to get my sandwich on a grilled cheese, but I really just didn't think my stomach could handle that. It sounded amazing, but a bit too rich. My sandwich was brought with both the garlic aioli and beer cheese on the side, which I appreciated because it allowed me to dress my sandwich as a I pleased. The garlic aioli was tangy and awesome. The beer cheese was liquid, almost like a soup and I just poured it over my sandwich and ate it like an open face sandwich. So good. Finally, for my side, I chose candied bacon mac n cheese. The mac in cheese is wonderful homemade baked mac n cheese. Not too dry, not too creamy, just right. But, the candied bacon on top of it was just out of this world. I will not return to Fat Maggie without having some candied bacon. Oh dear, it was sweet, but not achingly sweet, with just a hint of salt. Not too crispy ,not too soggy. Finally, we finished off with nutella cheesecake, which was more chocolate tasting than hazelnut, but very good as well. I think I will try the banana pudding next time though. Verdict: I'm definitely coming back.
(5)
Sue M.

Who needs a 2 or 3 page menu when all you really need is 3 items that you do perfectly? This is what Fat Maggie's has done. This seems to be Lakelands big secret as everyone in town has been here but no one could tell us how to get there. It's in an alley way! And it's small...maybe 10 inside tables...which is great if you're trying to keep your overhead down. Service was excellent as well as the cleanliness. But it's the food everyone comes here and waits for. I had the brisket on grilled cheese buns w/candied bacon mac & cheese. There are no words that can actually describe the taste of this sammi but it was all decadent. A good portion of sweet slow & low cooked brisket in between 2 grilled cheese sandwiches. It was perfectly cooked and assembled. The candied bacon mac & cheese was great too but the cheese had coagulated so it was a bit difficult to get down. A bonus is their unique choices of beverages. My friend had the blueberry soda and I had the tea with mint and key lime. I must make this tea at home soon! I encourage anyone who is just passing through to stop here to chow down at. You can't go wrong! Current health inspection: 1-high priority, 0-intrmediate & 4-basic violations
(5)
Sarah K.

Was driving around lakeland with my brother when we stumbled upon this jewel in the middle of the city. Great burgers. My brother got the smoke house on grilled cheese bun and i got a smoke house on lettuce wrap. Got 2 sides with it . The burger was perfectly cooked . We also ordered a side of truffle fries for appetizers. Amazing stuff .. the staff was friendly .food was affordable. .would def recommend it !!
(5)
Megan S.

I got super tired of the normal steak place I go to in Lakeland with my boyfriend, so I asked a friend who lives out there for suggestions for other places to go to get good meat. He suggested Fat Maggie's even though it's "off the beaten path and maybe a little had to find." Let's just say Fat Maggie's did not disappoint. I went in about an hour before they closed on Saturday night to order take out. I was instantly greeted by smiling faces from the hostess and the cooks (you can see straight into the kitchen area as you walk in the door). Unfortunately, they were out of pulled pork by the time I got there, but they did have brisket and apparently burnt ends were the special for the night. I ordered brisket with a side salad and mac & cheese. The brisket was delicious!! Perfectly seasoned and tender. The mac & cheese was also great, but I've admittedly had better (and worse). The salad was fresh and crispy. The menu isn't huge, but they've got a lot of tasty sounding options that I'm going to try in the future. Their customer service was on point though. The nice hostess lady who took my order (whose name I didn't catch...how rude of me!) was friendly and chatty, and used my name when addressing me. I always love that when people take your name for an order, then actually use it! Anyway, she shared info on events in the area and gave me a flyer for if I wanted to order delivery through the local delivery service that's similar to Doorstep. She was absolutely delightful. Fat Maggie's definitely tiny though! There were only a handful of tables inside, and a few outside. It's really unassuming, and I wouldn't have ever found it had it not been for my friend suggesting it. If you're in the area, you should try them out!! Great food at very reasonable cost!
(5)
Zu K.

Tried it and loved it. Their smokehouse on grilled cheese bun is just tremendous. Meats cooked excellent. Thick juicy. Cheese is dripping good. Their fries appetizer is grest. Service is excellent. Will come again for sure.
(5)
Robin M.

The candied bacon mac and cheese alone is worth a visit. Excellent food and service. Will be back when we visit Lakeland.
(5)
Gioia G.

A little gem in Lakeland Florida My family wanted to find a place that had American traditional food. We saw some reviews about this fantastic place. They were not kidding. Although the outside and the neighborhood might be not so appealing don't let that stop you and experience great food. The menu is simple but the taste is awesome. There is plenty of parking but limited inside seating. You should not let that stop you for trying good food. We did build the Sammi menu. We had a fat maggie nachos not only it was a good portion but it was of course delicious. Their price are reasonable and service was great always making sure our glasses were full and available if we needed something. A must try restaurant.
(4)
Chris P.

Great place with a lot of unique takes on common things. Everything has been Ã¼ber tasty!
(5)
Dawn W.

Ordered from here today via TakeOutHero. I'm kinda disappointed that I did. I ordered a Candied Bacon Sammie which I've ordered before and for $10 I don't know if you could call what I received a sandwich. It used to be stacked with bacon. What I got was 4 half strips of bacon (essentially 2 strips). Which I could've gotten as a side from iHOP. For $10 I expected a sandwich with at least 4-6 full strips. It used to be stacked high. What's going on? Same prices less food? Not cool.
(2)
Shannon D.

First I am giving them three stars due to there waitress Lauren. She was not able to handle criticism of an item on the menu and for that she pushed us out of the restaurant by giving us the check. It also took 25 minutes for us to get our order while other tables who ordered after us were getting there orders before us. Otherwise we both got the burger my husband loved his. His was on Texas toast with sautÃ© mushrooms and onions, cheddar cheese, peach BBQ sauce with bacon Mac and cheese. I had a white cheddar, caramelized bacon, sautÃ© onions, on a brioche bun. I didn't like the bacon. I thought I ruined the hamburger. You could not taste anything but sweet yuck. I don't want to say not to go to this place because the food was really good.
(3)
Sam N.

We found this place online while visiting family in Lakeland. The location is off the beaten path, but it wasn't hard to find. Place is tiny, but the service was amazing. The staff was friendly and very engaging. The restaurant was very good. Almost all the items we had were flavorful. We had the Mac and cheese, broccoli casserole, garlic fries with aioli and I had the shredded chicken. The BBQ sauce was very tasty. We came hungry and left very stuffed. They do have a limited craft beer selection. If you're in Lakeland, this is a must have.
(5)
Amber D.

I had the special of the day which was pulled pork tacos. They were tasty. My side dish was mac-n-cheese topped with candied bacon, which was also tasty. Everyone at my table liked their food. It was a little difficult to find the restaurant as it is tucked back away from the street. The staff was super friendly. It should be noted that they offer a free desert in exchange for a yelp or trip advisor review. In this case however, they got 5 stars because simply because it was good.
(5)
Mac N Maddy R.

We went here based on all the previous reviews here on Yelp. Really looking forward to the Brisket! Got there on a Tuesday around 12:15, seated right away and just as quickly informed the Brisket was not available. .aaarrggg! My wife orderd the pulled pork and the Candied Bacon Mac & Cheese. I chose the Burger with cheese and added avocado with a side salad. Wow..great burger cooked perfectly. I truly wish all restaurants knew how to cook a burger Mid-rare. The pulled pork was good..although cooked have been seasoned a tad more. The Mac &Cheese need no such seasoning. .it's already perfection. We are already planning are next visit and hoping for the Brisket to not be 86'd.
(4)
Victoria B.

Where to even begin... the pulled pork- delicious, the mac&cheese- phenominal, and if you're into appetizers you need the pits chips and buffalo sauce. Trust me. My sister introduced me to this place, and I was a bit skeptical at first but the first bite of their food put me at ease. The owner introduced herself on my first visit and was very kind and accommodating. She made sure everyone had water and was comfortable. This is the place to visit.
(5)
Jamie G.

I ate at Fat Maggie's for the first time today and I must say it was fantastic! There was no seating available inside but it was cooled down from the rain earlier so we were fine sitting outside. Our waitress was very nice and helpful. It did take her about 30 minutes to take our order but she was sincerely sorry and even bought us a beer cheese dip (which was scrumptious). After she took our order she was very fast and attentive. She happily made sure that the root beer was caffeine free for me (because I am sensitive to caffeine) and I was happy to find out that yes, it is caffeine free. Our food came out pretty fast and it was great. I ordered the burger well done on Texas toast with lettuce, grilled onions, grilled mushrooms, and bbq sauce with a side of fries. All of the food was fresh and tasty and my root beer was very good, too. I was so full I had to take a box home for my fries. I will definitely be coming back and bring more people next time.
(5)
Erin C.

My go to BBQ place. First let me say I went through the pictures and had no idea they served breakfast so I just go during those hours to try that! I've been three times for lunch or dinner and every time it's just as delicious. I'm a pulled pork girl so that's my meat every time. My husband is the adventurous one who tries something new every time. We've had the Buffalo Dip, so good! The Nachos are perfect with the beer cheese and homemade chips. While I get the pulled pork every time which is perfectly smoky and delicious my husband has had the burger and brisket and is equally pleased with the flavors and taste. Hands down my favorite side is the Broccoli Casserole, I love broccoli anyway but this is so damn good! Pay the extra and get the Mac and cheese topped with Candied Bacon I think it's only an extra dollar. The elbow Mac and cheese is so delicious and homemade you won't be disappointed. I usually stick with the water in the adorable bottle, but I have tried my husbands tea, which in his words is, "on point." I don't think Fat Maggie's needs reviews the food speaks for itself but just in case this helps you decide where to get you me BBQ from in the Lakeland are, skip Sonny's, The Rib Crib, and Smokey Bones...come here instead, so much better!
(5)
Craig B.

Great bbq. Had the brisket sammi with grilled cheese buns. So bad for you but soooo good. Cozy atmosphere in downtown Lakeland.
(4)
Jenny S.

I love the burgers here. Always perfectly cooked. Chili is good but could be hotter in temperature. BUT A real downside is how long it takes. Every time we go, it takes a while for the food. Once, I ordered a medium burger, took 30 min...came out raw. It took over 40 min for our lunch today and the server never came out to check on us and to apologize for the wait.
(3)
Garnet F.

Food is delicious and unique. The place is tiny! You better order take out or expect to wait for ever. Food takes very long to cook too.
(4)
Courtney H.

Delicious, but always out of food! The service is great and the sauce is to die for. Last three times I have been they have been out of pulled pork and or brisket.
(4)
Jackie F.

LOVED IT!! Cute little place, great atmosphere. Listened to the other reviewers and got there earlier than dinner crowd and sat right down. Lauren was my waitress, very friendly, spot on with recommendations. I had the Strawberry tea--perfect amount of tea and fresh strawberry puree. For entree, I had smokehouse burger- cheddar, lettuce, tomatoes on brioche, was cooked the perfect medium, chose side of mac and cheese with candied bacon. Wish they had pickles that were not bread and butter--like the classic dill pickle with my burger (but I can live wo out that is how good the burger is) Just give me a double side of the yummy bacon! Burger and mac were equally good. Ordered nutella cheesecake to go, needed to make some room. Can't wait till I am back in the area to try Fat Maggies again!
(5)
Kelly W.

We met a friend here for lunch while we were on vacation. After a little bit of communication stumbles, we were seated and received fantastic service. It's a cute little place, and you can't go wrong with a joint named for a bulldog! On to the food: I had the burger, which is a great blend of chuck, brisket, and short beef. The burger was wonderful and cooked as requested. My only suggestion there would be for a little more of a crust on the burger itself. I had the broccoli casserole as my side, which was delicious, if not exactly what I was expecting. My husband had brisket sandwich and fries. The fries had a crispy coating and the barbeque sauce on his sandwich was tasty. We are tea drinkers, unsweet mostly, and our glasses were never empty. Hubs did try the sweet tea, which he said was good (translation: not too sweet) Head to Fat Maggie's; you won't be disappointed.
(5)
Brian D.

Disappointed. I was excited to bring my family in. The in-restaurant patrons are treated like an afterthought. Most of the orders are shipped out the door for delivery. I heard the manager tell his staff "I won't mind if you shuffle in some orders" for the in house customers. He then complained to a nearby table that he just doesn't have enough staff. They were out of several ingredients like, for example, briscuit and chips. The wait as 45 minutes, and most of the tables were full of seated patrons waiting patiently while no food came out of the kitchen, except to the delivery driver, who received excellent attention throughout the evening.
(2)
Robert T.

Awesome experience @ Fat Maggie's. Quiet, charming, excellent service, great tasting food. Enjoyed a "burnt ends" pulled brisket sandwich. Enjoyed Peach Tea (with peach in the drink, 1 free refill). Nicely selects craft beer list (bottled, served in a glass). Recommend in small group (2-4 in party). Takes AmEx.
(5)
Holly H.

Disappointed that they aren't open as late as they use to be. However, this is a must if you are ever in Lakeland. They have amazing food that changes with the seasons just like the beer and sweet tea. You can build your own burger. Or do what a friend of mine did and say I want all the options on my burger. It was a huge massive burger that was amazing!!! You have to try their buffalo chicken dip appetizer!! The wait staff is friendly. Even though the building is small and you might have to wait, it is well worth the wait!!! The tiny inside makes you feel like part of the family, while the outside makes you feel like you are at a family bbq. No matter what you do you feel like you're part of the family. If you eat too much, Lake Hollingsworth is right down the street, and you can walk it off.
(5)
Jeff M.

Not too bad for a little bbq place . The decor is great and so is the music . The mac n cheese is awesome and served hot in personal casserole type dishes , same with the broccoli and cheese Have had the brisket , and the pulled bbq so far and both were tasty. The brisket could have been a little less dry but some sauce took care of that. Good sauces IPA's, and gourmet sodas also.
(3)
Pat C.

We were on our way to Tigertown and wanted some lunch before entering the park. Love the unique, quirky atmosphere; love the food even more. It takes a little time to get your food, but that's because each meal is handmade when you place your order. Pulled pork nachos, OMG! It was the best meal of my trip. My husband had a brisket sandwich that was just as yummy, a lot of quesidella salads were being served -and looked yummy. Service is warm and way above most places, can't wait to go to Lakeland again to visit Fat Maggies. Thanks for the great lunch.
(5)
Cayla B.

I have been in love with Fat Maggie's since I've started coming here. The food is fresh, tasty, and unique. The atmosphere is welcoming and cozy. The staff are friendly and efficient. The only complaint I ever have is the wait to get a table. Fat Maggie's needs a larger location! They have such a large following, that it's generally packed. It's worth the wait. I usually get a grilled chicken sandwich with Mac n cheese on top and truffle fries. So fantastic! I love it.
(5)
Matt M.

Wonderful little place in the Dixieland area of Lakeland. Can't go wrong with just about anything on the menu, especially the brisket. I highly recommend a meal at this place.
(5)
Dan T.

This is one of the places that makes me proud to live in Lakeland. The food is deliciously simple and full of flavor. It's a mom and pop so you're actually giving back to the community and not fueling corporate greed. The service is always with a down home smile. The decor is down to earth, and the small size is very welcoming. Try anything. Really. I haven't ordered anything that wasn't delicious. The craft beer selection rotates and you can guarantee there will be Florida beers on the menu. We recommend this place to anyone visiting from out if town as it highlights the Dixieland renovation and is a great way to show off lakeland.
(5)
Kelly S.

Really neat place. The food was great. I don't care much for broccoli but the broccoli casserole was really good.
(4)
Erin S.

I'm going to start off by saying that I took a two hour nap after a meal here. The food is heavy, if you are on a diet : this is NOT the place for you. That being said, Fat Maggies is an absolute treasure of an addition to the downtown Lakeland area. It's got a very old Florida/key west feel. The menu is small, but I like that. They absolutely nail the creative dishes they do have. After many recommendations, we started with the Fat maggie's nachos. Amazing homemade chips, pico, lettuce, pulled pork, and BEER CHEESE. It was absolute heaven and incredibly filling. For my entree I selected the "make your own sammi". My concoction : pulled pork on a brioche bun, cheddar cheese, crispy onions, and whiskey peach bbq sauce. Again, just seriously incredible. I can't even put it into words. I stuck with fries for a side, but I should note they offer a seriously awesome collection of side dishes like candied bacon mac n cheese, broccoli casserole(tried it, amazing), corn dog pops, etc. They also have a pretty decent beer list, with such craft selections as Florida cracker and jai alai. Also, some great daily tea selections like key lime mint tea which was refreshing. Dessert is limited to two choices- nutella cheesecake and banana pudding. I took home some banana pudding, and it is without a doubt the best I've had. A seriously flawless meal from beginning to end and service was top notch too. Fat Maggie's is the only thing that has kind of tempted me to move back to Lakeland. Alas, I will be staying in Tampa but I see MANY future visits just for FM.
(5)
Brenda B.

I can only describe the Mac and Cheese as amazing. I also had Pulled Pork served with a delicious sauce on the side. The atmosphere was relaxed , and the waitstaff great. This is my new favorite BBQ place.
(5)
Brad B.

Tried it, loved it. Had the brisket quesadilla. Would order it again with zero hesitation.
(5)
Julia A.

My family and I always love going to Fat Maggies. Everything is always delicious and the servers are very friendly. At peak times it can be a little bit of a wait to sit inside, but it's well worth the wait. you can build your own sandwich, which is what I usual do... Broccoli casserole, beer cheese and homemade chips, Nutella cheesecake! those are my top recommendations.
(5)
L Z.

Husband and I went here for lunch today for the first time. Was impressed with the food! We sat outside at a picnic table under the big old Oak tree, because we would have had to wait for a table. We did the Build A Sammi, I had a hamburger and my husband ordered pulled pork. You can pick your choice of bun, cheese, toppings and one side.
(5)
Jessica L.

Incredible food and awesome small hometown atmosphere. Such a great value for the price. Did I mention the food was incredible? I have had the pulled pork and the BLT with egg. Both are incredible and the candied bacon mac and cheese and the broccoli casserole are a must try! Do yourself a favor and check this place out!
(5)
Sass S.

I was so excited to try this restaurant on my vacation... And I was soooo disappointed! My boyfriend and I like to try local places when we are on vacation, and we were both intrigued by the yelp review and the menu, so we stopped there for lunch. Let me talk about the positive attributes of this place first... 1) the awesome collection of salt and pepper shakers, and 2) the potential. There are a lot of really awesome ideas at this little restaurant, but, unfortunately the staff and The kitchen RUIN all possibilities. The wait staff was lackadaisical and inattentive, it took a good 10 minutes to take our drink order, and 40 minutes to get our food after we ordered. The waitresses kept standing around talking, and giving special attention to some of their friends in the kitchen... And we literally sat there waiting for a salad, brisket (pre-made should be easy), and a burger. The waitress finally noticed our faces of disappointment and concern about 5 minutes before the food came out (and others that got there after us had gotten their meals) and said, burgers take a while to make, they are almost done... Are you kidding me???? A burger (ordered medium) should take no longer than 15 minutes from start to finish. Now, food is there, let's talk about the food. The pulled pork salad my grandma ordered was good. Fresh ingredients, nice pulled pork portions... My meal, the brisket... The brisket was dry and chewy, I ordered the broccoli casserole with it.. Nothing special, it had maybe 3 pieces of broccoli with it, needed false desperately, and came out about 10 minutes after my brisket had been served. We also ordered a side of Mac and cheese to eat family style, and it was outright gross... NO flavor, dry, and cold. My boyfriend got a burger, ordered it medium, it came out burnt, he said the flavor on it was good. In addition we all agreed that the glasses for or drinks smelled like they were washed in a fish tank. Like I said, my experience was nothing more than a disappointment. This place could be awesome with a bit of a menu haul and staff change.
(2)
Leslie T.

I loved Fat Maggie's! We were visiting family in Lakeland. I picked the restaurant spot because of Maggie. We have our own bulldog at home, I was missing him so I suggested we to Fat Maggie after I found it was named after a bulldog. Secretly I was hoping to get a bulldog fix for my withdrawal. Well, Maggie wasn't there BUT the food was amazing. We started with the beer cheese dip. We then ordered bbq with fries and Mac and cheese. I was enjoying my company and didn't realize it was taking a bit to get out order. But, our waitress did. She bought us the truffle fries with Chipolte ketchup to make up for it. They were amazing! To finish we got the banana pudding, my boyfriends favorite. He graciously let me try a few bites before devouring it. He even said it was better than his mothers! My only disappointment was I wanted to order the buffalo chicken dip. We were eating around 1:30 and we were told they were out. It just gives me a reason to go back!
(5)
C. E.

My wife and I ate there last Saturday afternoon and had the beer cheese appetizer and the sammie sandwich and pulled pork meal. my sammie was pulled pork on garlic toast with fried jalapenos and lettuce, tomatoe and my sides were candied bacon and macaroni and cheese. the bbq sauce they had was delicious. it was a peachy spicy sauce. the pork was juicy and flavorful. I loved the candied bacon and macaroni and cheese. its a small place but easy to get in and out of.my wife uses a wheelchair and everyone was very accommodating. Our waitress Allyson was wonderful and helpful.We will go back soon !!!!! they also have different beers and ales to choose from for about 4 dollars each. This place is cool and unique!
(5)
Valera R.

Went on 10/2/14 and had to wait one hour for service. The food was not worth the wait. Also, I ordered my burger on brioche...it was a whole wheat bun. There was no salt at all in the food. The candied bacon on top of the macaroni and cheese was the only good thing. Even the water was room temperature tap water. In a place that has just 6 tables, the delay was inexcusable. Our server, Allison was amazing, though.
(1)
Jim S.

Had lunch with a friend from out of town here today.. I have eaten here several times before and always pleased. This time though was disappointing. My friend and I were disappointed with the time it took to get the food (1hour after ordering). The servers kept apologizing for the delay and brought us complimentary apps and offered free desserts. The food was very good, I had pulled pork, broccoli casserole and Mac n cheese with candied bacon. My friend had a burger cooked to order and the Mac n cheese w/ bacon.. Nice size servings. I was told my ticket got misplaced which caused the delay.
(3)
Amber V.

Went here for the first time and it was amazing! The place is small and has only a few tables inside and out so even on a weekday night there was a 1/2 hr wait- easy. Once we sat there was an eclectic feel with old mismatched chairs a Jack-a-lope on the wall and more! They had water in cute canisters on the table, and a wide assortment of craft beers and drinks. I had a blueberry soda and YUM it was! I did a make your own sandwich which is the ultimate way to go- a grilled cheese bun * two full grilled cheese serving a bread* bbq pork, beer cheese and a great bbq sauce made it a DIVINE night. The fresh asparagus was quite yummy, with a nice flavoring but were thick stalks. I was bummed they did not have the Nutella Cheesecake everyone spoke of- only a banana pudding that I opted not to try. We were there till closing and they did not rush us whatsoever and the staff were super friendly, will enjoy bringing friends that come into town here!
(4)
Joshua H.

Try their Fat Maggie Nachos. Everytime I get this everyone in the office wants a bite. A little pricey but the portions are worth it. I haven't been disappointed.
(4)
Robin T.

This place is literally one of the best restaurants I have ever been to. Totally worth the drive to Lakeland just for this place, and if I'm ever going from Tampa to Orlando, I make sure to stop here. This place is pretty small with just a few tables, so I recommend not going at prime dinner time or you may have to wait awhile, but rest assured, it is DEFINITELY worth the wait. Let's start with appetizers. They have the BEST buffalo chicken dip I have ever eaten. It is simply amazing. So creamy and bleu cheese-y (but not overwhelmingly blue cheese-y) and the chicken is perfectly tender. Beer cheese dip and truffle fries are also very good. The sandwiches... oh my, the sandwiches. You can get GRILLED CHEESE BUNS. Yes, that's right, it's an entire grilled cheese sandwich, and then your meat, and then another grilled cheese sandwich. You can also get Texas Toast as your buns or a pretzel hoagie!!! Ridiculous. Love that you can choose all your toppings and your meat and everything. Candied bacon mac as a side is a must. Their candied bacon is so so so good. Also, their corn on the cob is delicious, as well - fresh and sweet and perfectly grilled. They have 2 desserts - banana pudding and nutella cheesecake. I'm not a big fan of banana pudding so I've never tried it but the nutella cheesecake is to die for. Even without the yummy apps and grilled cheese buns, I would come here just for the cheesecake. I don't have anything bad to say about this place. It is just so good. AND best of all, super cheap!!! I am always pleasantly surprised when I receive the bill. You MUST MUST come here and try it for yourself!!!
(5)
Chris C.

Wow, I can't say enough about what Heather and Darren are doing here in Lakeland. This place is truly one of the locations that makes our town, and our county a better place to live. It's tucked just off South Florida Ave, behind Bomar Trophy (a local landmark if you've lived here for even a few years), and directly in the shade of a large old oak tree. Tables are set up outside & with the provided shade all but the hottest of days are pleasurable. On to their food, from their Briskit to their Grilled Chicken, to their candied bacon, every thing that they do, they do well. While I haven't marched through their entire menu I can honestly say that everything is superbly done. All the items seem well thought out, and all are a comfort even if they aren't exactly what mama used to make! They have a commendable craft beer selection and from what I hear may be brewing their own here soon, which if it's done as well as everything else should be something to draw folks from miles around. All in all, if you can't tell, I love Fat Maggie's I love the people, I love the decor & most importantly I love the food! Thank y'all for bringing unique comfort food to Lakeland, keep on cooking and I'll keep on eating! :-)
(5)
Amanda B.

Went here around 4 for a late lunch because we were in town for a doctors appointment. All I have to say is awesome!! Love the fact that they have good beer and even better food. The broccoli casserole was to die for. Tom had the burger with the grilled cheese buns which was amazing to say the least. I had the brisket which I enjoyed immensely. Over all we will definitively be back. They totally need to find a spot that accommodates more people, but other than that everything was outstanding. I can see how it may be difficult to go during peak hours.
(4)
Dante C.

Brisket was awesome, candied Mac n' cheese was great as well. Casey our server was attentive and very pleasant. Would certainly recommend and return next time in Lakeland.
(4)
Phil R.

Best burger in years. Seasoned beautifully and with a nice crust from a very hot grill on the outside. I enjoyed it better than a lot of steaks I've had. Lots of interesting options for rolls, including lettuce wrap, 2 grilled cheese sandwiches, pretzel bun, and toppings like fried jalapeÃ±os, bread and butter pickles, and whiskey peach BBQ sauce. It was served very hot, like no burger I've ever ordered out. Super sides too, like candied bacon Mac and cheese and chips and cheese, which were both great. Small place so we had to wait a little while for a seat but it was well worth it. Servers were very sharp and attentive. Any time I'm in Orlando or Tampa, I'll make the drive to Lakeland for a refill.
(5)
Dino H.

Food was descent. Atmosphere and decor was cool. Might need to try it out again. If I do and its better, I will bump review up.Got the pulled pork on pretzel bun with beer cheese. Didnt seem like the pork had a lot of flavor. Fries were just normal. Beer selection was very small which was ok. One beer might be my new favorite and that is what bumped this review from two to three stars.
(3)
Shan L.

New place in Dixieland that just opened this past Dec. Finally got to try it out today with a couple of friends. It's a small joint with enough room to sit 6-8 groups inside and a some additional seating outdoors. Love the cozy mom & pop but still contemporary atmosphere they managed to achieve. The owners and staff are super friendly and seem genuinely excited about what their doing. Really happy to see a place like this open up, hope they do well. The menu is limited for now, but they have a great foundation to expand from. We started with the Kobe Beef Corn Dog Pops, which is such a simple thing but done really well. The Pops give you a chance to sample their trio of house sauces. Beside the menu items they let you build your own 'Sammi'. Went with a Kobe Brisket w/ fried jalapenos, grilled onions, a fried egg, cheddar cheese & garlic aioli on Texas Toast. Sounds heavy but was real nice, good flavor, just the right portions of ingredients and well built. They can add a couple more entrees for dinner options and their Mac & Cheese was good but lacked the character of some of their other items. Giving the place 4 star but it easily has potential for 5 with time to grow. Looking forward to coming back, easily my new favorite place for lunch in Lakeland.
(4)
Mindy M.

Walked right in, and even though I told the waitress I was waiting for my friend, she sat me down. The building appeared to be a little cottage split in half. One side for the kitchen and restrooms and the other half for seating. They ran out of broccoli casserole, asparagus, and a third item that I can't remember. The pulled pork was kind of cold, BBQ sauce was great, and the bacon/Mac/cheese was the ultimate comfort food item. Service was amazing!!! Asked my friend if he would consider coming back and he said yes, but in the winter time. It was so hot inside the restaurant we were using our menus to fan ourselves.
(4)
Taylor W.

A New Lakeland Gem! Maggie's is already a local hotspot. Trust me, you need to give it a visit. Their menu is all homemade from scratch. The highlight is probably the "Create Your Own Sammi." The reality is that you can create the most elaborate burger, BBQ brisket, pulled pork or chicken sandwich you've ever had! BUT BE SURE TO ADD CANDIED BACON!!!!! Go to Maggie's.
(5)
Adam V.

Man. Are we glad S&L pissed me off by closing at 12:45 (LUNCHTIME) on a Saturday afternoon and being cash only. We just became regulars at Fat Maggies, not just because spite is an incredible way to bring one's business elsewhere, but because: Holy shit. The food is good. I feel bad saying good, because it's not just any kind of "good" it's that kind of good that makes your toes curl and you melt where you sit. We had the Truffle Fries and the Corn Dog Pops to start, and probably could have stopped there and went home unbelievably satisfied. The fries were fantastic, the chipotle ketchup was a great compliment, and the garlic aoili sauce that came with the Corn Dog Pops was even better (and it was described like mayo, while I like mayo on sandwiches I dont with my fries and burger, more later). The CDP was awesome. It wasnt like any other corn dog, they were hot dog balls in a ball of batter on a thick skewer (that I forgot to keep, but we'll be back to get one!) I'm not even giving it justice explaining it to you. Just take my word for it. I dont fool around. If you go there, and you didnt get the Truffle Fries or the Corn Dog Pops; you turn around and walk back in and get them. I had a steakhouse burger with avocado, grilled onions, and mushrooms and their special cheese of the day chipotle gouda on a brioche bun. I admit I went with a "safe" burger, something I sort of make at my house, but it was no where good as this. Mine dont even come a quarter of the size of this burger either. I put the garlic aoili sauce on it and I swear, I knew I would be bringing everyone I know through the door. My girlfriend got the smokehouse burger, avocado, texas toast and she put MY garlic aoili sauce on her burger, It was figuratively too big for her mouth. When we were sat down we were immediately given a really cool looking jug of water and two glasses. I cant remember the last time I went to any restaurant that brought water with my meal, much less any time I really made any effort to drink water. I had their Root Beer, which was great, but I also liked the idea of pouring out of that really cool jug. I think next time I'll check out their other craft sodas and drink a crap load of water again. The service was great, we were checked on after our food was dropped off, my girlfriend's drink was replenished and she didnt ask (this is awesome. I LIKE that.) The table next to us didnt have an empty glass either. They're on that. I appreciate that kind of service. We brought our burgers home, and what was left of the fries and are totally stoked for leftovers and coming back. There's really something special about this place and I cant wait to go back.
(5)
James H.

Second visit to Fat Maggie's, the first visit was shortly after they opened. Tonight I had the brisket sliced. It was tender, the flavor and smoke was good. A little dry. My wide had a cheeseburger and it was ordered medium well. First attempt, it was delivered medium rare. However, they were quick to replace it with one done perfectly. Our server Lauren, was pleasant and very responsive. I would have given it 5 stars if the beef wasn't so dry and the burger was done right the first time. Great atmosphere , trendy and eclectic craft beer selection. Check it out, we will go again. The kitchen sink chili was as eclectic as the craft beer selection.
(4)
Charles C.

The broccoli casserole and brisket are wonderful! Highly recommend !
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John D.

After several trips to Fat Maggie's I feel very torn on how many stars to give it. Food - every trip for me has been for lunch and each meal has been excellent. Burgers are cooked just right and the bun/topping options are excellent (pretzel roll with candied bacon and mushrooms? Oh hell yes!) The brisket is excellent, especially with their peach BBQ sauce. The fries and mac & cheese are my go to sides and never disappoint. Friends have raved about the broccoli casserole, but that's not my thing. Service - Some people are going to rate Fat Maggie's lower because of the service. Personally, I come here with more patience because they are obviously working out a lot of kinks as a brand new restaurant. From the perspective of how I'm treated as a customer, the staff here is excellent... but they get incredibly overwhelmed at peak times. Wait times get long for easy stuff like the bill or a refill and that's where most people are going to ding them. Again, I see it as new restaurant jitters, so I just roll with it if I'm caught in one of those moments. Space - why oh why can't Fat Maggie's operate in a bigger building? Honestly, this is one of the biggest negatives. The inside space is tiny... 6 or 7 tables maybe? The outside deck and picnic tables help alleviate that problem, but with summer weather already here most people are going to pass because sitting outside in the heat and humidity will not be an option. For me, Fat Maggie's is a solid 4 stars if things are running perfectly and if you can get a cool seat. The unfortunate thing is that they usually are packed inside and that means you're on the deck or possibly dealing with delays, so I don't want to misrepresent it. This restaurant is going to be a winner once the kinks are worked out... I really hope an expansion or move to a larger building is in the plans at some point. I will definitely continue to be a customer and will update my thoughts down the line.
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Sundi P.

Really cute place with great food. We loved the bulldog motif as we too have a bullie. The only problem is the size of the place, but the wait is worth it. We will definitely be back.
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Danielle E.

Love this place! I have been to Fat Maggie's several times now and have yet to have a bad meal! It just keeps getting better. The truffle fries and broccoli casserole are out of this world! No one makes better sweet tea too! Give it a try, you will not be disappointed.
(5)
William T.

Visited again ordering the Sammie with smokehouse burger in a brioche bun with provolone cheese , candied bacon (yummy) , grilled onions , grilled mushrooms and the other standard toppings. My side was fries. The person I went with ordered pulled pork platter with Mac and cheese and fries. It was very good and portion size was better this time as that was my only complaint from the last visit. My next thing I try is the brisket and I will try and save room for acclaimed Nutella cheesecake.
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Glenda P.

Very cute but small, had to eat outside at the picnic tables, which wasn't bad since they have nice big trees. We ordered the grilled chicken sandwich and the hot dog, both of which were good. Price was reasonable and the service was fast and friendly.
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Deke K.

I've been dying to try Fat Maggie's and finally got my chance, arriving for a 3:30 supper after a scant lunch earlier. While the food should probably be four-star PLUS, unike other reviewers, part of the dining experience is service and was reflected in loss of stars. Quaint and cute was my opinion of the outside upon approach but TEENY and understaffed was the reality inside. Picnic tables outside was not an option on a sweaty day. I was not greeted so seated myself upon arrival. A sticky menu was already set with my silverware. A group of 2 and another of 4 were seated. I was pretty well ignored while the waitress also played cook and cashier between drinks and order taking for them. The drinks are "craft" even when it's not beer. No diet sodas so I got $2 iced tea, home brewed and blah. The craft sodas sounded interesting but I hesitated without a sugar count or calorie count. The place was small and walking out woulda been tough. After another long wait and watching lots of smoke swirl in the kitchen in between her runs in there to flip something or light the pilot on the oven, I ordered the pork platter with mac/cheese on the side and chips and dip. ($9) Fearing a long wait, I thought chips & dip would tide me over. That's when I learned one should ask what "chips & dip" means before one orders. These were "crafted", fried unsalted flour tortilla chips and a cheese dip. They were flavorful and the cheese was good, though I was hankering for something salty and perhaps French & onion rather than heavy fried and a mini 1/4 cup of melted sweet cheese. Perhaps the menu should rename or define the dish. The entree arrived quickly. The pulled pork was moist and flavored well enough, however it was inconsistently chopped and large chunks were the rubbery outside pieces. A lovely inhouse whiskey peach sauce went with it. However nothing about the sauce tasted "barbecue" when one is searching for and drools over a tomato-based vinegar tang. The waitress was too busy to find for an alternative and I guess I didn't want to dash someone else's view of "gourmet". I took half my pork home to doctor my way. The highlight of the meal was the mac & cheese, easily the best I've had on the planet. Very cheesy and well-balanced. I wished I had room to try the nutella cheesecake or banana pudding dessert options. Overall this place provides a novel bbq menu with lots of thought and care to make it delicious. I will approach the next visit with no preconceived notions of what I'm hungry for and probably enjoy the food much more. Maybe no one should mess with my barbecued pork expectations and I should just choose a burger! Service needs to improve. The lady was friendly but could not "do it all" well. I was further concerned with the long bedraggle-haired waitress running all over vs the unkempt hair in the food. (call me old school) Customer service here was a big compromise and gives me second thoughts on a revisit any time soon. The food offers potential.
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Chef J.

Lakeland, FL has a new "good" restaurant. Big, fabulous flavor served by friendly local foodies. Don't let the simplicity of the menu fool you. The folks in the kitchen aren't classically trained - yet they clearly "have the skills to pay the bills"... Try the brisket with truffle fries and grill asparagus... * get dessert This tiny place is hard-to-find. Find it.
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David K.

Small but friendly place. The brisket was awesome and everything we tried excellent. The owner suggests asking how the brisket is before ordering.
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Jenn B.

I am just not understanding how this isn't rated five stars by everyone. We were visiting Lakeland for the day and decided to try Fat Maggie's because it received four stars on Yelp. It was absurdly good. I took one bite of my pulled pork sandwich and let out a "schwing!" I was so excited. I travel for a living and am blessed with the opportunity to eat all over the country. This is seriously one if the best bbq joints I've ever been to. Waitress was super friendly and helpful. Truffle fries for an appetizer were amazing. Pulled pork sandwich with....wait for it...BEER CHEESE on it and peach bbq sauce was awesome. A side of CANDIED BACON MAC & CHEESE was one of the best macs I've ever put in my mouth. The "blapple" blackberry/Apple tea was really different and tasty. And for the grand finale banana pudding with bourbon whipped cream was to die for. The ambience is nice too. Very cozy feeling house vibe with nice picnic tables outside to enjoy the gorgeous weather we had today. If you're a fan of craft beer they've got that too. I'm not sure if I'm sad or happy this place isn't where I live. It would be dangerous if it was in my city because I can see it quickly becoming an addiction. I will definitely take a field trip from Orlando to go to this place again. It is well worth going out of the way for.
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Jeremy D.

UPDATE: Some friends have visited and said they were seated within 15 minutes and are in love with the place. Some of my family visited and had the same experience as me, so it seems to be hit or miss. --------------------------------------------------Â--------------------------------------------------Â-- Fat Maggie's will either rock your world or you'll leave irritated and hungry. Right off you notice the food here is something special. You get the feeling that someone has put allot of thought into what goes on the small menu. They have put a unique spin on some traditional American favorites and hit a home run doing it. Sodas are high-fructose free, and they have some pretty awesome flavored-teas -- both sweet & unsweet. I had the Strawberry Sweet Tea -- great stuff! Fat Maggie's is located behind some historic buildings next to a dirt parking lot, making it really easy to overlook without a GPS. Despite being very clean with a neat atmosphere, it's way too small for its own good. There's only a few small tables inside, a few more outside in addition to a big picnic table. With food this good, they would really benefit from a larger building and more indoor seating. Our first visit on a Thursday night was complete chaos. The staff were extremely friendly & accommodating (providing drinks while we waited) - but they didn't seem to handle conflict well. Couples who complained the most were being seated ahead of other couples who had quietly waited much longer. Some even walked out and left. We persisted as long as we could, but once our "30-45 min wait" turned into an 1hr 15 min for a table of two ...I decided to order it to go. 20 min later we were at home eating some REALLY good food. Being a brand new restaurant, I'm sure they are working out some kinks so I'm hopeful things will improve. Despite all this, I still put Fat Maggie's on my top 5 list. Yes, the food is that good. I had a Smokehouse Burger with Garlic Aioli on a Brioche Bun and a side of Truffle Fries -- I ate every crumb! It was so good that I'm basing my entire rating purely on the food - I'll definitely be back here soon. After all, everyone has a off-day once in a while.
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R. G.

Terrible rude service. Blondie? You are a rude B*ITCH! There is no polite way to put how poorly and rudely you talk to people. The Place is DEAD and we are told that we can't sit in a 4 chair table that we have to move to a 2 top and this is after the other server told us to sir where we like! Wr like to sit together side by side, is that such a crime? To add insult to injury, five minutes later two women show up and they have THEM the table! I work to hard for my money to be treated and spoken to in a ride manner. Don't care how good your food is perceived by other reviewers, atmosphere is part of the dining experience and that twit certainly ruined it. Furious and won't even get to try what we have heard as great good. Owner never flinched to come and help or rescue our experience so this must be the way he chooses to run this place. Sad really.
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Bex E.

How can you not love Fat Maggie's (so called after a pet bull dog, not a large lady)? We eat there frequently and the build your own sammich idea makes it easy to keep it different every time. I live sitting under the trees, especially with my 9 month old... She's entertained by nature and isn't bothering other diners in the small dining room with her baby shenanigans. Two words: Candied Bacon. I mean, seriously. Are you kidding? You mean I can get it on anything? My husband likes to create monstrosity sandwiches with bacon, pulled pork, burger, an Mac n cheese. We also like to just tell the kitchen staff to surprise us... We're never let down. Although the space is small and you might wait for a while, it's worth it.
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Steven G.

I chose to sit at the bar outside because all the tables inside were taken. The waitress gave me a menu and said she'd be outside in a minute. 10 minutes later, she still hadn't arrived, so I left.
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Sarah S.

My meals here have been hit or miss....one or more parts of it are always a little off (asparagus charred beyond recognition, dry meat, etc.). When something is good, it's great, but the inconsistency is a bit aggravating. In addition, upon getting a take out order and having to return to have something fixed that was made incorrectly, I was actually scolded by a staff member for not checking through the multitudinous boxes they crammed in the to go bag. Sorry guys, not coming back. Treat your customers kindly, even if you are a bit stressed out.
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Larry R.

We both had the pulled pork which was pretty good. Their portions are small especially for the prices they charge. Our service was below average and got the impression they were doing us a favor by allowing us to eat there.
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Darryl B.

Nothing special. Food is not all that great. Service is adequate. Place is small, crowded and noisy. Brisket was cold and day old. Vegetables were hot, but no character.
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Matt B.

Altogether, the experience of a new place, 2 months old to be precise, was pretty good. They have a few kinks to work out with purchasing it seems as they were out of a few items so if you go within the next few weeks don't be surprised if they have the same issue. Service by Cheyenne was good. However, we had to listen to a conversation about Jennifer not filling the sauces through most of the meal via the kitchen window. As far as food, The build-a-sammi was a cool idea and offers a myriad of options for the picky eater. One can choose the meat, bread, cheese, and regular toppings or you can opt to pay a little more for premium toppings like candied bacon, fried jalapeÃ±os, and whiskey peach BBQ sauce (I had all 3 and they were pretty tasty together) As for drinks, they have coke products, tea, beers and wines which were nice and not so mainstream. Always nice to have an option for microbrew beers with a good burger! Overall, the food is worth a trip to try and with a few small fixes and maybe some dessert options this could easily be a 4 or more star place. But my word is only worth so much, go give it a try and see for yourself.
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Thom M.

Great to see a local business like this! Loved our first meal there. The service is excellent but the inside seating is limited. Only 6 or 7 tables. The kitchen sink chili and the candied bacon are wonderful. The create your own sandwich feature is going to be a hit and probably the backbone of the restaurant. Lots of options! The Kobe beef brisket was good but for $12 I think I might have preferred a lesser cut of beef and more of it. The Mac & Cheese was a little dry and needed something to make it pop. The Nutella cheese cake was a hit as were the chips and beer cheese dip. All in all a great first visit and we look forward to many more. Welcome to Lakeland, Fat Maggie's!
(4)
Ross W.

Great food, impeccable service and cozy atmosphere. We eat here regularly and have never been disappointed on any front.
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Nick Z.

This place is wonderful!! I wonder if they would like move Fat Maggie's to California???
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John L.

Stopped by on the way to Orlando. Not right off I-4 - but the worth the trip. Good home cooked food. My wife had the Sammi's pulled pork sandwich & Mac 'N Cheese with bacon topping. Excellent! I tried the Smokehouse burger and a cup of Chili. Both very good. I especially liked the fact that the chili spicyness was not overwhelming but very flavorful with nice chunks of meat with beans and a tasty sauce.
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Lauren B.

I heard about this place from friends from work. I convinced my boyfriend (which normally likes to stick to the places he knows) to try this place out. We've been there on a few occasions now and love everything we ever try. Buffalo chicken dip had cheese crumbles on top and baked with homemade chips ta -boot. I've had the pulled pork sandwich and it was amazing. Have the whiskey peach BBQ sauce it's a perfect blend. I've had the pulled pork quesadilla it had melted cheese with just enough of the pulled pork. My boyfriend sticks with the brisket sandwich every time and is never disappointed. I've never had a problem getting seated here and love that I see the owners hanging around.
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Charyl S.

Fat Maggie's is, in a word, FANTASTIC! First off, the name is what caught my attention. I thought it was hilarious. Then when I found out this place is named for their bulldog? Well, clearly they are dog lovers and we had to go and check it out. My husband and I knew this place would fill up fast and decided to beat the lunch crowd today. We arrived before noon. As others have commented, yes it is small. It looks small, so if someone is complaining about the size maybe they just didn't notice. There are 19 chairs inside and outside there are three picnic tables. There is table service at the picnic tables. How cool is that? It got loud as the place filled up because there are wood floors and there is nothing to absorb the sound. When the first dish arrived we could've cared less. Our server brought a cute bottle of water and glasses to get us started. I stuck with water and my husband had the sweet tea. They have many craft beers and bottled soda. The buffalo chicken dip is delightful. IMO it is the perfect blend of blue cheese, hot sauce and chicken. It came to the table bubbly hot with home made fried tortilla's. Wow was it good. I ordered the "Sammie" burger and the hubs ordered the pulled pork with mac and cheese and broccoli casserole. My burger was perfectly cooked and was glad I asked our waitress about the fried jalapeno's as one of their many toppings. I look forward to having another burger and having the candied bacon. The only negative about my meal was the fries. I know there are many different types of fries restaurants get to choose and Fat Maggie's chose the coated ones (for lack of a better word) These are not my favorite but they did help my mouth cool down after the fried jalapeno's. I do think I may have to try them the truffle fries. This coating would have to keep them from getting soggy. Soggy is a big thing with me so I will have to give that a try. The pork was cooked perfectly! I love BBQ and have very high standards. This is some of the best pork I have ever had. I didn't think it needed the bbq sauce so I grabbed a chunk of it off his plate before he doused it. It was moist, fell apart easily and tasted heavenly. The mac and cheese was gooey, bubbly hot and I really wanted to dive in a vat of it. I felt same way about the broccoli cheese casserole. This casserole is delicious. The broccoli is cooked perfectly and has an enormous amount of cheese in which to swim in. Our service was good. The waitress offered a good tip - fried jap's - and they kept the hubs tea filled. I notice the guys sitting next to us had to wait a little longer than others but they took it in stride. It was a full house for lunch. It was a party in my mouth. We are going back to check out the brisket and research the craft beers. We didn't have any room left to try the desserts but we are going back because banana pudding is my all time favorite dessert. Seriously? This is hands down the best food I have had in Lakeland.
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Michael K.

Service was awesome and friendly as for the food, it too was awesome ... great fries, golden crunchy and soft inside and the burger was fantastic, although they need to work on the details to go with those awesome burgers. Mustard came in packets. ketchup in a cup, onions were not cut correctly, tomato was under ripe and was was put in a refrigerator at some point which ruins the flavor ( come on and get a clue) and no dill pickles.... I'll be back :0)
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M R.

Absolutely the WORST customer service I've experienced! After reading the reviews, my husband and I decided to drive 40 minutes from Tampa one rainy Saturday. Arrived eager to try the food. It was early, around 11:30 and the place was not busy at all. Three of their six tables empty - two, two tops and a four top open and absolutely no one waiting. Now you have to understand, my husband and I are absolutely in love and refuse to sit across from each other. We walked to the four top and started to sit when we were approached by a nasty young blonde and rudely told that we wound not be able to sit at the four top. That it was being held for larger parties. We explained AGAIN that we would not be happy at a two top, seated across from each other crammed next to strangers cracker-barrel style. No way. Again NO ONE WAS WAITING. We'd now spent 10 minutes of their"rush" arguing about seating. Maybe I'm a little old school, but since when is it acceptable to treat customers like shit? If the place had been busy, we would have patiently waited for a four top to open. We often do that at many other places. The blonde and the red head hostessing/ serving are not doing the owners any good what so ever. To add insult to injury, two women with a newborn came in 20 minutes behind us and walked right to the table. At that point we called the waitstaff out. To us, that action was completely unacceptable. We walked out. Their bad and condescending attitude COMPLETELY turned us off to fat Maggie's forever. Sorry guys, we won't be back. And we won't bring friends and we won't ever speak well of this business. The owners of fat Maggie's should wake up and pay attention to those they hire to represent them. Newness wears off and bad reviews travel fast. These twits will move on and your business will be left to suffer.
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David B.

My wife and I had dinner there last night. I had pulled pork with Mac and cheese and broccoli casserole. The pork was moist and Delicious, not heavy smoke taste which my wife and both enjoy. Sides were both excellent and very tasty. My wife had the brisket sandwich. the brisket was also moist and Delicious the bread and fried jalapenos kicked butt! yes i thought the brisket was better than pulled pork. Homemade BBQ sauce was outstanding. it is very tight on the inside. I recommend sitting on porch sucking cold beer. no screaming kids! this place is a must try Lakelanders and visitors.
(4)
Bill H.

A great little gem of a place
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Ad Y.

Excellent hamburgers and friendly staff. They can be slow at times so I wouldn't suggest going in a rush.
(5)
Paul H.

Great food ! A place have to try !
(5)
A B.

We were so looking forward to eating here but when we showed up at 11 for lunch we found the fryer was broke. Ok, we can deal. Ended up they were also out of chicken, asparagus, broccoli casserole. We ended up leaving after wasting 30 minutes if a 60 minute lunch hour. We won't be back. So disappointed!!!!
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Janis S.

A hidden gem! The place was small in capacity but HUGE in delicious food! For meats our group tried the brisket and pulled pork. They were lean and tasty. For sides we had salad, broccoli casserole, grilled asparagus, and candied bacon and mac. All were super! Can't wait to get back!
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Address : 1037 Dixieland Mall Ln
Lakeland, FL, 33803
Phone (863) 937-8962
Website https://fatmaggies.com/
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Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Lunch
Parking : Private Lot
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : No
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : Beer & Wine Only
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Wi-Fi : Free
Has TV : No
Dogs Allowed : Yes
Waiter Service : Yes
Drive-Thru : No
Caters : Yes

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1037 Dixieland Mall Ln, Lakeland, FL, 33803

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