The Velvet Swan, a new cocktail lounge, will open on December 1st, 2025, at 125 S Kentucky Ave, Lakeland, FL 33801. According to owner Jeremiah Joaquim, who spoke with Business Debut, the lounge will offer a classy yet approachable nightlife experience for professionals, creatives, and mature audiences.
Joaquim explained that the Velvet Swan combines vintage charm with modern luxury, offering handcrafted cocktails alongside classic and modern dishes. The lounge will have 12 bar chairs and floor seating for 24 to 26 guests in a fine dining setting. Joaquim also stated that, while mobile catering and bartending may be added in the future, outdoor seating and private dining were not originally part of the plan.
Elevated Menu with Signature Cocktails
The Velvet Swan will serve both shareable and individual dishes, including charcuterie boards, burrata with heirloom tomatoes, prosciutto with melon or figs, caprese skewers, and marinated artichoke and olive cups. Guests can also expect handcrafted cocktails that go “above and beyond most of your standard traditional lounge areas,” Joaquim said…