Visiting Lakewood, or just looking to better appreciate what it has to offer? Get to know this Jacksonville neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from a bakery to a cigar shop.
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit in Lakewood, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Read on for the results.
1. Ya Ya Sweets Bakery
Topping the list is the bakery Ya Ya Sweets Bakery, which offers desserts, cupcakes and more. Located at 5041 San Jose Blvd., it's the highest-rated business in the neighborhood, boasting five stars out of 27 reviews on Yelp. You'll find Greek cookies, Greek pastries and more at this bakery.
2. Mojo Bar-B-Que
Next up is the Southern spot Mojo Bar-B-Que, which offers barbecue and more, situated at 1607 University Blvd. West. With four stars out of 167 reviews on Yelp, it's proven to be a local favorite. Start with the fried pickles as an appetizer and then check out the pulled pork shoulder as your main course. See the entire dinner menu here.
3. Starbucks
Starbucks, a spot to score coffee and tea and more, is another top choice. Yelpers give the business, located at 1500-1 University Blvd. West, 4.5 stars out of 28 reviews. Look for a variety of hot coffees, cold coffees and more at this chain spot.
4. Holy Smokes Cigar and Pipe Shop
Holy Smokes Cigar and Pipe Shop, a tobacco shop, is another much-loved neighborhood go-to, with five stars out of 11 Yelp reviews. Head over to 3921 Hendricks Ave. to see for yourself. This spot offers a lounge on-site where you can sample your purchases.
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