Fernandez is chef and founder of Lakeland’s upscale Nineteen61 restaurant. He opened his short-order walk-up concept, D’Lucas, in May 2018 in an outparcel to Dixieland Mall.

LAKELAND — A week before Valentine’s Day, ... Lakeland's Nineteen61 listed among nation's 100 most romantic restaurants. Eric Pera. [email protected].

LAKELAND, Fla. — Some Lakeland business owners are concerned about proposed changes to downtown parking, including getting rid of free street parking. Marcos Fernandez, co-owner of Nineteen61 ...

For people eating and drinking at Nineteen61 or its rooftop lounge, Bar Vasco, the service is free. People patronizing other businesses pay $7. “The city gave us a green light; we started yesterday.