About Us
Depot 303 is where Mulberry comes together. We’re a gathering place for people in search of flavorful local eats, hand-crafted cocktails, and welcoming vibes.
This all started with a vision from our former City Manager, Rick Johnson. Rick saw something that could bring Mulberry together in a fresh way: a vibrant community food hall. He had the spark, but he knew he needed the right partners to help get it off the ground.
Rick and the Mulberry CRA decided to meet with Jonathan Bucklew and his team (the creative force behind The Joinery in Lakeland). What started as a simple consultation quickly grew into a full partnership. Today, Jonathan and his team manage all daily operations here, keeping this train on the tracks.
Inside Depot 303 you’ll find a handpicked mix of local restaurants, a full craft cocktail bar, weekly events such as trivia and bingo (check out our calendar), and even rentable spaces for private events (learn more here).
We’re not just a food hall. Depot 303 is Mulberry’s dining room and living room. A place to spend time with friends and family, to unwind with coworkers, to celebrate with loved ones… A place to make memories.
Frequently Asked Questions
CAN I DO A PHOTO OR VIDEO SHOOT AT DEPOT 303?
Shoot us an e-mail to let us know what you have in mind and we can discuss to try to find a day and time we can make it work for ya!
WHAT TYPES OF PAYMENTS DO YOU ACCEPT?
All of our vendors accept Visa, Mastercard, Discover, & AMEX, Apple / Google Pay, and Depot 303 Gift Cards. Since each vendor is individually owned and operated, cash payments are accepted at their individual discretion.
The Bar at Depot 303 will always accept cash and you can use your cash at the bar to purchase a gift card that can be used Depot 303 wide!
DO YOU HAVE LIVE MUSIC?
Great question! Although our operator, Jonathan Bucklew, came from a live music background, there will not be any live music at Depot 303 as we do not have the proper licensing to host it.
DO YOU HAVE FREE WIFI?
We do have WiFi for Depot 303 guests, it’s simply under “Depot 303”.
WHAT ARE YOUR HOURS?
Sunday
11:00AM till 8:00PM
Monday - Thursday
11:00AM till 9:00PM
Friday — Saturday
11:00AM till 10:00PM
DO YOU SELL GIFT CARDS?
We sure do! You can buy a physical card from the bar, or if you want to grab one now, click the link below to purchase a digital card!
ARE YOU DOG FRIENDLY?
We love dogs, however Depot 303 only allows ADA Registered Service Animals according to federal & state of Florida regulations.
CAN I RESERVE A TABLE FOR A LARGE GROUP?
All of our tables are first come, first served. However, we will have several areas available to rent for private parties beginning in this summer. Keep your eyes peeled for these spaces to became available for booking.