3 New & Coming Soon Polk County Restaurants

Polk County has three concepts worth watching, including a new Mexican restaurant that is already open, another Mexican concept preparing to debut in Lakeland and an indoor golf lounge planned for Winter Haven.

Taqueria Agave — Haines City

Address: 1671 E Hinson Ave, Haines City, FL 33844

Status: Now open. The restaurant opened in October.

What to expect: A full-service, family-friendly Mexican restaurant with table service and a full bar.

Menu highlights: Fajitas, seafood fajitas, tacos, tortas, shrimp plates, rice and beans, plus margaritas and other cocktails.

Who’s behind it: Owner Martin Garcia Rodriguez, who is opening his first restaurant.

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Cocos Locos Mexican Restaurant — Lakeland

Address: 1313 N Combee Road, Lakeland, FL 33801

Status: Coming soon, with the team targeting an opening in November.

What to expect: A 176-seat Mexican restaurant and bar with a family-friendly atmosphere during the day and late-night hours on weekends.

Menu highlights: Aguachiles, seafood cocktails, fried fish and other Mexican dishes. Some seafood and cocktails will be served in real coconut shells.

Hours: Tuesday–Thursday, 11 a.m.–10 p.m.; Friday–Saturday, 11 a.m.–3 a.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.–midnight.

Who’s behind it: Owner Kris Cavazos.

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Iron Oak Social — Winter Haven

Address: 355 5th Street, Winter Haven, FL 33880

Status: Targeting a February or March 2027 opening.

What to expect: A country club-style indoor golf lounge with Trackman simulators, a full bar, food and an outdoor patio. The concept will launch with four simulator bays and plans to add two more.

Menu highlights: An appetizer-focused menu with an emphasis on lighter preparation, including hot items cooked with air fryers.

Hours: Planned for 9 a.m.–10 p.m. daily, extending to midnight on Fridays and Saturdays.

Who’s behind it: David Braswell, who also owns Golden Petal Designs.

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