Lakewood

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Starbucks

Starbucks

4.6
(1k+)
• Coffee • Cafe
$0 delivery fee • 8.6 mi • 47 min
"The bread was moist and warm - delicious! The latte was good but I requested extra whip (and I live nearby, so it arrived 5 minutes after dasher said they were on their way) and I don't even see a remnant of whipped cream."
"Sweet but you can still taste the coffee filled to the top"
Caffè Mocha
Our rich, full-bodied espresso combined with bittersweet mocha sauce and steamed milk, then topped with sweetened whipped cream. The classic coffee drink that always sweetly satisfies.
$7.96
Bacon & Gruyère Egg Bites
These egg bites with 19g of protein, applewood-smoked bacon, aged Gruyère and Monterey Jack cheeses are folded into cage-free eggs and cooked using the French sous vide technique to create a velvety texture that’s full of flavor.
$7.15
Bacon, Gouda & Egg Sandwich
Our classic breakfast sandwich has 18g of protein with sizzling applewood-smoked bacon, Parmesan cage-free egg frittata and melted aged Gouda on an artisan roll.
$6.75
Bacon, Sausage & Egg Wrap
A classic combination with 27g of protein and double-smoked bacon, savory pork sausage and cage-free scrambled eggs combined with Cheddar cheese and potatoes—all wrapped in a flour tortilla.
$7.95
Nathan's Famous

Nathan's Famous

3.8
(90+)
• American • Fast Food
$0 delivery fee • 1.9 mi • 35 min
"Was delivered fast and the New York Cheesecake is so good."
"Chicken was over fried and really dry. Hot dog was eh. If packaging was different, the heat wouldve stayed in better and wouldnt have made fries soggy from condensation. Didn't get all the sauces either so pregnant wife was not happy."
Chicken Tenders Combo
Crispy white meat fried chicken tenders with choice of dipping sauce. Served with crinkle cut fries.
$15.76
Chili Cheese Dog
All Beef Hot Dog topped with chili and cheese sauce.
$6.99
Philly Cheesesteak Combo
Tender grilled steak, chopped and sautéed with onions, smothered in melted cheese on a toasted hoagie roll. Served with a side of crinkle-cut fries.
$18.3
Manhattan Cheeseburger Combo
With Strawberry Topping on the side
$18.48
Café Elite

Café Elite

4.4
(700+)
• American • Coffee Shop
$0 delivery fee • 3.4 mi • 37 min
"I paid $16 and change to have this vinti $5 cup of vanilla & cinnamon Chai Tea delivered to my door...and the first sip was absolutely worth it. Thank you for the yummy drink! Saving this store for future purchases."
"Perfect as always! Love this location so much. Their white coffee is the absolute best. "
Energy Drink - Create Your Own
Steamed Milk, Espresso and White Chocolate.
$8.23
White Mocha
Espresso, vanilla syrup & caramel sauce.
$7.42
Caramel Macchiato
Strawberry, raspberry, orange cream, triple berry, peach, banana, piña colada, mango. *Some offerings may be seasonal due to crops.
$7.2
Real Fruit Smoothies
Blended Ice Coffee. Add protein or energy for additional charge.
$6.89
Black Bear Diner

Black Bear Diner

4.4
(13k+)
• Lunch • Breakfast
$0 delivery fee
"Always get Great food. The Marinate Grilled Skirt Steak& Eggs is so flavorful. The portions are big, especially their biscuits, they are Huge and always soft and freshly made. I highly recommend Black Bear Diner, they won't disapoint!"
"The Chicken Fried Steak& hash browns were super tasty! The kkitchen really knows how to make Country Gravy.I always ask forFred Squeezed OJ and is beyond great! I would most definitely give black Bear Diner the highest marks further food and service!"
Bear's Choice
Your choice…you make it just right!
$17.73
Thick-Cut Smoked Bacon
4 slices
$7.02
The Grizz
A hearty all-in-one bowl of ham, bacon, link sausage, eggs, bell pepper, onion & pickled jalapeño, scrambled over country red potatoes, then topped with cheddar cheese & country gravy. Served with a housemade biscuit.
$22.99
The ScramBOWL
Served with 3 eggs, strip-cut hash browns, country red potatoes OR fresh fruit & 2 housemade biscuits.
$17.47
Zesty Steakhouse LLC

Zesty Steakhouse LLC

4.5
(1k+)
• Steakhouses • Steak
$0 delivery fee
"The Z-1. The Basics was perfect yet again! Large shrimp, good sized clams, potato and corn done just right, corn was a bit smaller this time. Hush Puppies (10) we're perfect again too! Medium heat sauce with tons of garlic was delicious, especially with hush puppies dipped in. These were just right for the two of us for date night 🙂"
"The clams were very delicious, the seasoning spot on. I would order that again. Disappointed with the ribeye steak. Although it was well-cooked, it was not a high-quality piece of meat and had a lot of gristle. Practically half of the steak was gristle. Definitely not worth the money. "
Create Your Own Combo
Every pound comes with 1 Corn and 1 Potato
$54.15
Chicken Wings
Served with Yum Yum Sauce.
$19.1
Fried Catfish (4) Basket
Served w. 2 Corns and 2 Potatoes. 1 pc. SNOW CRAB LEG (Cluster), 1/2 lb. SHRIMP (No Head), 1/2 lb. SAUSAGE (Pork). NO SUBSTITUTIONS. CHOICE OF SEASONING AND SPICE LEVEL
$22.92
Chicken Fried Rice
Served w. 2 Corns and 2 Potatoes. 1/2 lb. SHRIMP (No Head), 1/2 lb. SAUSAGE (Pork), 1/2 lb. BLACK MUSSELS. NO SUBSTITUTIONS. CHOICE OF SEASONING AND SPICE LEVEL
$20.86
El parche colombian restaurant

El parche colombian restaurant

4.4
(800+)
• Colombian • Dessert
$0 delivery fee
$6 off on $30+
"The Bistec a Caballo was amazing, great seasoning, and a good sized portion. The MILHOJAS was good, but really rich."
"Everything was good, good portions, delicious. Good value for your money. Real authentic Latin flavor. Stop spending your money on fast food get some real food here."
Empanadas De Carne, Pollo O Queso (Order of 3 People)
Colombian empanadas filled with meat, chicken, or cheese, served in an order for three people.
$8.75
Bandeja Paisa
Grilled skirt steak, rice, beans, ground beef, avocado, arepa, pork chicharron, chorizo, sweet plantain, over easy egg.
$20.72
Parrilla Mixta (Order for 2 People)
This is a traditional dish to share. Chicharron, skirt steak, chorizo, morcilla chunchullo, arepa, papa criolla, onions, tomatoes, yuca, patacones, and sweet plantains. All mixed fried and chopped to perfection.
$25.57
Sancocho Venezolano
Beef, chicken, green plantain, yucca, potatoes, corn, cilantro, and green onions in a traditional Venezuelan soup.
$16.37
Cactus Restaurants

Cactus Restaurants

4.7
(3k+)
• Mexican • Quesadillas
$0 delivery fee
"The Smoked Chicken Quesadilla (small) is SO good, and the salsa is smoky and just right. The Kids Nachos came fresh and still crispy. Everything is thoughtfully packages and neat and just reallt tasty!"
"Usually our food is great but not tonight. . The churros and my brisket burrito was not what we've come to expect from this restaurant. The burrito didn't have the amount of brisket it typically does and had too many black beans. The churros tasted old. We typically love Cactus' food but tonight we felt like we paid too much for the quality of food we received."
Chips (Only)
This is only for chips. If you want guacamole or salsa, those items also need to be selected and purchased.
$3.34
Burrita Brisket Lenera
While we offer other types of Burritas, this one is the undisputed guest favorite. Applewood smoked brisket, jack cheese, guacamole, pico de gallo, Spanish rice, cumin black beans, New Mexico green chile sauce, buttermilk crema.
$21.59
Smoked Chicken Quesadilla (small)
Bacon, poblano chile rajas, jack cheese, buttermilk crema, green onions, charred tomato salsa. NOTE: A larger version of this is avaialble under the "Entree" section.
$12.96
Churros
Cinnamon, sugar, warm Mexican chocolate
$10.54
Mom's Bistro

Mom's Bistro

4.8
(1k+)
• Bagels • Milk Shakes
$0 delivery fee
"The iced Americano hits! The Egg and Bacon Bagel Sandwich was amazingly good and fresh! Hello new go to breakfast place! Loved every sip and bite!"
"1st time ordering and we got the Carnivore Breakfast Sandwich and the Farmer's Sandwich and YOOO!! These are some of the best breakfast sandwiches I've had in a minute. Definitely will order again. They were big, warm, and delicious. A++"
Carnivore Breakfast Sandwich
Ham, Sausage, Bacon, Egg, American Cheese and Chipotle Sauce
$12.61
Egg and Bacon Bagel Sandwich
Egg, Bacon & American Cheese
$10.39
NW Lox Bagel
Smoked salmon, caper, tomato, onion, spring mix and onion chive cream cheese. *Smoked salmon is served raw. Consuming raw or undercooked foods may increase your risk of food borne illness
$17.77
America's Favorite Sandwich
Sausage, Bacon, Egg and American Cheese
$11.02
Sarku Japan

Sarku Japan

4.5
(4k+)
• Japanese • Asian Food
$0 delivery fee
"Chicken and shrimp teriyaki was delicious and plentiful. first time adding shrimp, 14 plump shrimp for less than a dollar. There's no better value and quality than Sarku"
"I ordered their CHICKEN & SHRIMP TERIYAKI and was very pleased. Portion sizes felt good for their price, they didn't skip out on the sauce, rice was cooked perfectly and vegetables were well seasoned. Packaging kept the food relatively warm and I appreciated the additional sauce on the side without having to specify or pay extra."
Chicken Teriyaki Entrée
Our famous chicken teriyaki features tender American Cage-Free chicken marinated in-house daily, cooked to order, and finished with our signature teriyaki sauce. Served with steamed white rice and mixed vegetables. Upgrades to noodles or fried rice available.
$14.92
Chicken & Shrimp Teriyaki Entrée
A craveable combo of tender, American Cage-Free chicken and succulent shrimp, cooked to order with mixed vegetables and finished in our signature teriyaki sauce. Served with steamed white rice. Upgrades to noodles or fried rice available.
$16.13
Dumplings (6 pieces)
Six savory dumplings with a tender, juicy chicken filling and crisped to perfection.
$5.69
Chicken & Steak Teriyaki Entrée
Savory chicken and steak cooked to order on the grill with mixed vegetables and our signature teriyaki sauce, served over steamed white rice. Upgrades to noodles or fried rice available.
$20.23
Krispy Krunchy Chicken

Krispy Krunchy Chicken

4.4
(100+)
• Fried Chicken • Chicken Tenders
$0 delivery fee
"okay lake City Lakewood we've got us a new chicken place The place is great chickens just like you made it at home and the biscuits are out of this world"
"Food is amazing. Chicken is well seasoned. Mac and cheese is pretty good too. Chicken is very fresh and they pick good portions, however I would prefer legs. Will definitely be ordering again ."
Tenders Krunch Box
Includes choice of hand-breaded, mildly Cajun-spiced fried chicken tenders, small side, a honey biscuit and choice of dipping sauce
$15.52
Signature Chicken Krunch Box
Includes choice of hand-breaded, mildly Cajun-spiced fried chicken, small side and a honey biscuit
$13.42
Jambalaya
Premium chicken and sausage jambalaya with onion, garlic, bell pepper and celery
$5.25
Signature Chicken
Our hand-breaded, mildly Cajun-spiced fried chicken fried up to a perfect golden brown
$27.27
Sizzlin Spice

Sizzlin Spice

4.4
(1k+)
• Indian • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee
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"I ordered masala fries ..the price was too low but the masala fries were delicious and the quantity was bigger than the other one......I received a free sweet dish ( gulab jamun) ...last time when I went south hill mall that time I tried butter chicken and lamb curry...it was delicious 😋.it's my favorite place ....."
"Portion is fine for the price but although flavor is there, the consistency is off. Butter chicken & Chicken tikka masala came with a very thin consistency. The ratio of chicken to other ingredients was certainly not a reasonable amount. Minimal protein. Last, I suspect this naan is not made fresh. On a good note, the mango lassi was delicious!"
Butter chicken
Spice up your meal with our aromatic butter chicken, available in spice levels ranging from mild to fiery. Experience a flavorful and velvety curry that will tantalize your taste buds.
$19.51
Chicken tikka masala
Refreshing Indian yogurt drink blended with ripe mangoes and a hint of cardamom.
$19.29
Samosa's (2pc)
basmati rice cooked with tender chicken pieces and aromatic spices. Aromatic, flavorful, and hearty.
$7.53
Mango Lassi
Tender chicken cooked in a creamy, fragrant sauce with a blend of aromatic spices. Customize with spice level from 1 to 5 for your desired heat level.
$5.84
Five Guys Burgers & Fries

Five Guys Burgers & Fries

4.6
(600+)
• Sandwiches • Hot Dogs
$0 delivery fee
"Love the option to have a lettuce wrap instead of a bun! Plus all the extras that make this cheeseburger extra tasty. "
"The Cajun fries were plentiful, great value for the money. The burger, and hotdog were okay, toppings were good, but the flavor of the meat was a little bland."
Cheeseburger
American-style cheese melted between fresh patties and placed on a soft, toasted sesame seed bun. Choose as many toppings as you want.
$14.81
Milkshake
Handspun vanilla milkshakes with or without whipped cream. Choose as many of our free mix-ins as you like.
$8.13
Bacon Cheeseburger
Fresh patties hot off the grill with American- style cheese and crispy apple-wood smoked bacon. Placed on a soft, toasted sesame seed bun. Choose as many toppings as you want. 
$17.17
Little Cheeseburger
Fresh, hand-formed patty hot off the grill with American- style cheese. Add as many toppings as you want.
$11.13
Wide Awake Cafè & Espresso

Wide Awake Cafè & Espresso

4.4
(600+)
• Burritos • Coffee
$0 delivery fee
"Wide Awake Cafe & Espresso provides yummy vanilla chai and fresh pastries. I have been a customer since they opened and stop there or order from there whenever I am in the area and want a chai tea. The baristas are very friendly too."
"The food is always amazing, biscuits were soft, plenty of gravy, even my kids said these were the best sandwiches ever."
Energy Spritz
our iced americanos are made with no water added, packed with ice!
$8.47
Americano
made with real brown sugar
$8.49
Smokeshow
dragon fruit - prickly pear - white peach - a magic touch
$13.83
Sunrise Burrito
brown sugar - spiced chai - berry pie glaze - sweet cream cold foam - pie crust crumble
$14.39
Tonala Mexican Restaurant

Tonala Mexican Restaurant

4.5
(1k+)
• Mexican • Seafood
$0 delivery fee
"The Queso Dip is so dang good.. rich and cheesy with a few jalapeño pops... the Enchiladas Verdes tangy with a bit of spice .. I had it with chicken..so good Guacamole Scoop was teeny but great flavor.. I wishi would have got the bigger one. The Salsa has great flavor, but is spicy!! Im a salt freak so I had to add salt to my dishes. "
"Food was so good, all of it. The 4 Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers were a good size and cooked to perfection. I loved the Enchil Verdesadas as well. Everything was super fresh and I will 100% keep it in memory next time I'm ordering Mexican food"
Rice & Beans
Diced thinly cut steak.
$7.07
Burrito "Tonala"
Two enchiladas choice of chicken or ground beef, topped with green tomatillo sauce, melted cheese and sour cream. Served with rice and refried beans.
$16.47
Asada
Corn tortilla chips with refried beans, choice of ground beef or chicken, melted cheese, chopped tomatoes, green onions, guacamole and sour cream.
$13.86
Enchiladas Verdes
Served on a sizzling skillet with sautéed onions and bell peppers. Served with rice, refried beans, pico de gallo, sour cream, guacamole, and tortillas.
$15
Dustys Hideaway

Dustys Hideaway

4.6
(5k+)
• Takeout • Burgers
$0 delivery fee
"Phatty Melt was filling & hit the spot for a big appetite. The tots were well done which was nice & crispy. I am always happy with the quality I get from Dusty's. "
"Ordered the Kids PG&J and Hot Honey Chicken. What a rip off. Really bad cook in the kitchen today. Do not recommend the Kids PG&J. Two huge pieces of Texas toast with only half the bread containing actual peanut butter and jelly. The worst. "
Hot Honey Chicken
Fried chicken thigh, red cabbage slaw, Mama Lil's Mayo, pickles, hot honey drizzle on a sesame bun
$19.07
Cheeseburger Nachos
A layered dish with tots or fries with house made queso, ground beef, American cheese, pickles, tomatoes, onions, & Dustys Sauce.
$20.51
Dusty's Burger
Beef patty, fried egg, bacon, grilled onions, American cheese, lettuce, tomato and Dusty’s sauce on a toasted brioche bun
$21
The Classic
Beef patty, mustard, ketchup, pickles, & American cheese on a toasted sesame bun
$16.98
Yi’s Traditional Korean Beef Soup Restaurant

Yi’s Traditional Korean Beef Soup Restaurant

4.7
(90+)
• Korean • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee
"Very delicious , they give plenty of Banchan , and most of all everything is fresh . I would order again , I recommend you try the #6. Traditional Korean Spicy Beef Soup (Yukgaejang) Pretty good ."
"overpriced. not a young chicken used, more like game hen with very lil meat, chewyo cooked too fast, but inside the bird, was flavorful. thebroth was not super thick like my mothers and blandAF. I had to salt it hp for some flavor. I rreally had high hopes. got the beef soondubu too. good, but they didnt fiall it, but maybe 3/4 way. the radish kimchiwas good, kimchi with Napa was ok. for 38 for the chicken sopox, save yourself time and get something else.he other was $24! not a good deal. next time ill pass.i always think trying newrestaurants out is good practice, but get let down with Korean cuisine in Lakewood lately."
#1. Brisket Beef Bone Soup (Yangji Seolleongtang)
Our most popular and highly recognized dish! A rich, milky broth made from simmering ox bones for over 24 hours, packed with flavor and nutrients. Comes with a generous amount of thinly sliced brisket. Additionally, packed with a side of clear noodles (dangmyun) to add to your soup, purple rice, green onions, and both of our popular cabbage kimchi and radish kimchi. Note: comes with Korean sea salt on the side that must be added to the broth for personal taste. Add cautiously after tasting!
$25.11
#6. Traditional Korean Spicy Beef Soup (Yukgaejang)
Our Traditional Korean Spicy Beef Soup delivers a rich, beefy, spicy flavor featuring shredded beef, fernbrake (go sari), bean sprouts, egg, and green onions. A fan favorite among our spicy lovers. All of our soups have a beef bone soup (seollangtang) base, providing a rich flavor profile packed with the same nutrients as our seollangtang dish. Comes with purple rice, clear noodles (dangmyun), and both of our popular cabbage kimchi and radish kimchis on the side.
$26.2
Traditional Korean Soft Tofu Soup (Sundubu)
Our Traditional Korean Soft Tofu Soup provides the perfect mix of spice, tofu, and beef soup. Contains soft tofu, zucchini, egg, green onion, and mushroom, along with your choice of seafood or beef. Comes at a medium spicy level that can be modified to be mild (less spicy) or extra spicy. All of our soups have a beef bone soup (seollangtang) base, providing a rich flavor profile packed with the same nutrients as our seollangtang dish. Comes with purple rice and both of our popular cabbage kimchi and radish kimchis on the side.
$25.03
Steamed Handmade Dumplings (Mandu)
Our handmade dumplings are made fresh each day and are perfect to pair with your soup! Contains Pork, Bean Sprouts, Cabbage, Scallions, and Tofu. Served with a dipping sauce on the side.
$14.05
Torero's Mexican Restaurant

Torero's Mexican Restaurant

4.6
(700+)
• Nachos • Wings
$0 delivery fee
$8 off on $55+
"Toreros Quesadilla I was craving chicken quesadillas and I'm so happy I ordered it from here. It was the most flavorful chicken quesadillas I have ever had. The chicken was marinated and seasoned so deliciously.. it was juicy, large portion, not one tortilla folded over like most places, but 2. It was so good I had to write a review. Everything was packaged exceptionally!! They had sour cream, guac, pickled onions, lettuce and tomatoes packaged beautifully on the side and even included a side of chips and salsa. Outside of the delicious food the little details set them above the rest. I'm happy I rolled the dice on this spot. It was great!"
"Really solid menudo, these photos are probably half of the order (saving the rest for tomorrow). Torero's has been really good in general. Yes, it has patas. Yes, it has all the necessary toppings, onion, chili, herbs, lime, etc. Was it the best I've ever had? No, the broth could be a little richer on the stock flavor. But it was still really solid and I would order it again. As always, it comes with a little serving of chips and salsa. Thank you!"
Two Item Combo
Choice of: enchilada, taco, relleno, tostada, or tamal (chicken or rajas). *red enchilada and mole sauces contain peanut product. **Pictured with one enchilada and one taco
$21.67
Large Bag Chips
Roasted red, green and yellow peppers in melted with cheese.
$6.28
Toreros Burrito
Year choice of steak, chicken, prawns, veggie, or a combination of two meats marinated in our secret fajitas sauce and sautéed with onions and green peppers. Served sizzling, with tortilla, pico de gallo, sour cream, guacamole, rice, and beans. cab top sirloin, prawns and scallops, fresh vegetables or grilled chicken *Pictured with prawns **Rice and beans not pictured
$22.37
Las Fajitas
Corn tortilla chips with tomatoes, green onions, beans, jalapeños, crema Mexicana, and guacamole. Add your choice of protein ~
$25.89
La Cà Bar

La Cà Bar

4.7
(300+)
• Vietnamese • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee
"The #20 and the #21 were both very good. There were a few fatty pieces, but nothing to ruin the soup itself. The 2. Chả Ram Cuốn / Crispy Fresh Rolls were good, just different than anything we've ever had. 21. Phở Tái Nạm Bò Viên / Beef Pho"
"2. Chả Ram Cuốn / Crispy Fresh Rolls are such a delicious mix of crunchy and fresh! Different than I've gotten anywhere else, and I love it.24. Bún Nem Nuong / Grilled Pork Patty Vermicelli Bowl every vermicelli bowl I've gotten here has been wonderful."
13. Bánh Mì Thịt Nướng / Grilled Pork Bánh Mì
Baguette, grilled pork, cucumber, cilantro, pickled papaya carrots, jalapeños, & mayonnaise.
$12.85
3. Gỏi Cuốn / Spring Rolls
Steamed shrimp and pork, lettuce, cucumber, basil, mint, and vermicelli noodle wrapped in rice paper and served with peanut sauce.
$10.02
Thai Iced Tea
Sweetened black tea with choice of half & half or coconut milk.
$7.4
7. Cánh Gà Nướng / Five Spice Chicken Wings
Grilled crispy and coated with our own unique five-spice blend.
$10.65

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