Fred's Market Restaurant

1401 W Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Plant City, FL 33563, United States
+1 813-752-7763
$$$ Buffet restaurant
(6467 Reviews)
Price Range $10–20

Located conveniently along Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd in Plant City, Fred's Market Restaurant is the charming buffet destination that brings the essence of home-cooked comfort food to your table. Step inside this warmly decorated eatery and be greeted by the inviting atmosphere that makes you feel right at home. With its delightful hosts and friendly staff, including standout servers like Marcia, you’re ensured a memorable dining experience from the moment you arrive.

Fred's Market Restaurant specializes in Southern-inspired classics, showcasing a lavish buffet that tempts your taste buds and satisfies even the heartiest of appetites. The buffet spreads offer a generous selection that includes everything from the Golden Fried Chicken to the succulent Jack Black Oak Smoked Pork Ribs and the flavor-packed Rainbow Trout. Vegetarians need not fret; the Fresh Vegetables & Casseroles alongside a vibrant SaladTable provide ample heart-healthy options. And if you have a sweet tooth, you can’t miss out on the homemade desserts, especially the much-praised Pecan Pie that has customers raving.

Guests rave about their experiences at Fred's, echoing a true sense of satisfaction after indulging in delicious, freshly prepared meals that evoke a feeling of nostalgia. As one customer joyfully said, “Every single thing on the menu... was ON POINT!” Expect to fill your plate with comfort food cooked as if your grandma were behind the stove. The Blue Plate Specials let you sample the best of the buffet in one trip, ensuring that you’ll leave both satisfied and eager to return.

While Fred's does draw a crowd, a testament to its popularity, it also means that sometimes a brief wait is required. But as numerous reviews suggest, the experience and quality of the meal more than warrant any wait you might endure. The plates are brimming with generous portions, and with prices starting at just $10.83 for breakfast, you’ll find exceptional value as you explore all that the buffet has to offer.

In essence, whether you’re dropping in for a family breakfast, a hearty lunch, or a cozy dinner, Fred's Market Restaurant is a delightful culinary haven that promises to impress with its inviting atmosphere and scrumptious fare. Don't just take our word for it; let the savory selections speak for themselves and discover why guests keep coming back for more. Treat yourself and your loved ones to a delicious experience at Fred's Market Restaurant, where every meal feels like a feast and every bite brings joy.

Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
On-site services available
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
No delivery
Highlights
Serves great coffee
Serves great dessert
Has great tea selection
Popular for
Popular for breakfast
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Has all you can eat
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Serves healthy options
Quick bite
Serves vegetarian dishes
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has catering
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Historic
Crowd
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Planning
Doesn't accept reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Has kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking
Openings Hours
Checking

Monday

6:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Tuesday

6:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Wednesday

6:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Thursday

6:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Friday

6:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Saturday

6:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Sunday

8:00 AM - 9:00 PM

6467 Reviews
Marissa

19 Aug 2025

ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS!! KY girl here born and raised on country cookin. This place was ON POINT! Every single thing on the menu. Catfish was to die for, greens and the pecan pie Marcia was our waitress and she was incredibly kind and gave us the whole backstory. It was such a cute place and wonderful change in the normal atmosphere of other restaurants. Will DEF BE BACK!

Chris Cook

09 Aug 2025

The buffet had a good selection of food. Everyone in our party had plenty to eat. As expected, some of the food was delicious, while other selections were just okay. This place is a little expensive if you are looking for a quick bite to eat. If you are wanting a buffet, then the value is there. We did have about a 20 minute wait on a Saturday around 1 PM. The place had a decent stream of people coming and going. The staff were friendly and our waiter was attentive.

Aimee Tariq

01 Jul 2025

I thought the employees were so sweet and the selection of food was great. My favorite was the rainbow trout, juicy and filled with flavor. I did think it was kind of expensive; it was not $40 for two people, it was $60 something. But I did love it because it reminded me of home.

Graham Stone

14 Jun 2025

What a great place to have a filling meal of fresh ingredients prepared like your grandma used to cook. My wife ate the meatloaf and barbecue ribs and said they were both delicious, I had chicken pot pie, mashed potatoes and delicious gravy and baked beans. The blueberry crunch for desert was delicious. We drank iced tea and club soda and our total bill was $35 for two people before tip. Wonderful.

Craig Kordic

09 Jun 2025

I visited this restaurant in Plant City this morning with a couple family members for the first time. The location was convenient off of Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd, there was adequate free parking, the restaurant was nicely decorated on the outside and inside, we were warmly welcomed as we entered, the dining room atmosphere was warm & welcoming, we were seated immediately, the dining room was clean and did not smell bad, our table was clean, our server was pleasant, friendly & efficient, the $13.99 breakfast special worked well for us, had every breakfast item you can think of and was warm, and the restroom was clean and did not smell.

Just Jana

06 Jun 2025

We really enjoyed this place. The buffet is very nice with a large selection, and the food is good. The atmosphere is very nice, and everyone is friendly. Great service too!

Danny Hicks McAfee

04 Jun 2025

If your looking for a wide variety of home cooked food in a smorgasbord setting, then Fred’s is your place to go. My husband and I go here frequently and absolutely love it. A great salad bar of various toppings and side salads to go with it like broccoli salad and Waldorf for examples. Everything on the main bar just like Grandma cooked from salmon, to Yankee pot roast to turkey and gravy. Lots of sides dishes like sweet potato souffle, corn souffle and mashed potatoes and gravy, just to name a few. For dessert, a wide variety if sweet treats from pies to cakes. The atmosphere is plain down home and lovely. The service is always spot on. They have locations in Riverview, Lakeland and Plant City. We love this place and the price is right. I highly recommend them.

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