Whether you're flying out or just filling up, Sora Eatery is the place for you at Lakeland International Airport. Here's what Lakelanders and travelers can expect from the restaurant a year after its opening.

Fast facts

Service: Open daily for brunch/lunch service, plus evening dining hours on Sunday, Thursday, and Friday
Location: Lakeland International Airport's second floor, pre-security (read: no plane ticket required)
Parking: Free for up to four hours

You're looking at the Tokyo Drift smash burger + kimchi fries off of Sora Eatery's lunch menu — if you see us drooling, no you don't. | Photo by LALtoday

Patrons can find a variety of breakfast and lunch options on Sora's menu. Most menu items have an Asian-fusion flair, like Japanese milk bread French toast and Korean barbecue-style burgers. The restaurant also added a bar menu of small bites to enjoy with a craft cocktail.

On our first visit, we tried the Tokyo Drift smash burger, which features a Wagyu beef patty, American cheese, crispy fried onions, Kewpie mayo, and a runny egg on a brioche bun — the perfect mix of explorative + comforting flavors. We paired it with kimchi fries for an extra kick of flavor, and they did not disappoint.

City Editor Connor also tried the hojicha latte — a Japanese tea latte with notes of nuttiness that is similar to (yet different from) a matcha latte. | Photo by LALtoday

Not in the mood for a full meal? Sora has plenty of grab-and-go options at the ready, including onigiri from Omusubee. Guests can also order a variety of coffee and tea drinks, as well as beer and wine.