"What an adorable restaurant! My friend and I were first time visitors and pleasantly surprised. It is small, but not crowded with plenty of space between tables. The staff is so friendly! It’s definitely a team effort, the jovial cook even came out to say hello and run some orders as they got busy. The food was very good. This is a hidden gem and we will definitely be back!!"

"The food was tasty and the service was awesome. The staff was very friendly and attentive. I had the breakfast burrito 6/10 and my wife had the breakfast sandwich which was 10/10. Coffee was also great. We would definitely recommend stopping by."

"My husband and I have lived in Palmer lake for 15 years. We love our community and tried Lake and Lantern for the first time last week. Wow! We were so impressed with the dramatic improvement on the inside. Such a warm, modern and inviting environment. But even more impressive was their new menu. It’s affordably priced and the food is wonderful. We had the pleasure of meeting the owner, who has lived in the surrounding area for many years as well. We applaud Raquel and her staff for making every visit so enjoyable. We now make it a weekly routine for breakfast and lunch. Don’t take our word, try it for yourself. You will likely be as impressed with Lake and Lantern as we are. Jim & Pam💜😊👍"

"While I miss the old Speed Trap, and it's authentic but shabby vibe, the new owner has done a great job creating a clean comfortable space with a quality offering. The menu feels a bit more traditional than The Speed Trap, but the execution is superb. The food is great and the staff seems very dedicated to making it work. I'll be back soon."

"I finally got to visit Lake & Lantern today!!! Food was delicious, environment was friendly and welcoming. The energy in this building is just full of love and passion for the people and good food. For my Denver friends it is 1,000% worth the drive! The cafe is right next to Palmer Lake Regional Recreation Area which offers up multiple outdoor activities! Check this restaurant out and make a day of it!"