36 Best Breakfast Restaurants in Tampa

“My daughter treated me to keke’s for the first time today & I absolutely loved it! I’ve passed it so many times & never thought to stop. Food was quick, delish & our waiter Musa was phenomenal & super attentive. I will most definitely be back!“

“1st time here. Blueberry French toast was AMAZING!!! Loaded grits delicious. Biscuits and gravy were the best anywhere based on my mother-in-law, that's all she ever orders wherever we go and we have been to dozens of breakfast places in Tampa. Definitely will be back, soon.“

“First time visiting but will definitely be back! The food came out quickly and service was very friendly! Easily one of the nicest service experiences I’ve had in the neighborhood.The sausage and mini pancakes are tied for my favorite piece of the two meat plate and my partner loved how soft & flavorful the croissant was for his 50/50 croissant sandwich. Can’t wait to take my family here when they come to visit!Parking: Limited number of spots but people come and go pretty quickly so you should be able to find a spot easily“

“We got there pretty early and we were probably the first customers. The place itself gives you a local normal restaurant vibes. The kind of place where you get good food but you don’t expect to be wowed.However, our food was amazing! I’m we got cheese steak omelette, egg Benedict and kids meal pancakes. We all loved our meals and could ask for a better breakfast. If you’re in the area I would highly recommend this place for a great nutritious breakfast.Kid-friendliness: Good options for kids to eat and plenty of comfy kids seats.“

“It was nostalgic for me to be back in here. My late husband and I frequented this place while visiting Moffitt Cancer Center years ago. The place has been updated, service was fast and the waitress was very attentive! It felt good to revisit while in town.“

“This place is delicious. I had tater tots and a breakfast sandwich. It runs from 8:00 a.m. until noon, it's probably the best breakfast that I had since I was in Tampa. Be sure to get the tater tots as well. It's located in a small little trailer, but it's some great street “

“Shelly’s is absolutely amazing the minute we walked in for our first time visit, everyone was friendly and attentive. The food is absolutely delicious. I highly recommend the home fries the best I’ve ever tasted in any restaurant in Tampa Bay. This will be our Sunday spot for sure.“

“The wait time is much better than most breakfast spots. The food is yummy and serving sizes are grand. Can definitely get 2-3 meals out of skillet meals. Donna is amazing. We told her we were starving so she immediately brought out our grits while we waited for our meals. She was funny and sweet. This has become our favorite breakfast place.“

“I'm a sucker for small business cafes. I love visiting them instead of going to food chains...and when I tell you I had the best french toast sandwich ever!! You just knew by the way the lady greeted people and myself that the food and place was gonna feel like home. ❤️“

“This is one of our favorite spots, I come with my Mom weekly and the food is amazing, the staff is super nice, specially Alexia M our favorite server, she is amazing and very diligent. She always smiles and serves us with kindness. Almost knows what we are going to order ??. Thank you Alexia!“

“I've heard great things about keke's but honestly I think it's a bit overhyped. I thought everything was pretty good but not great. I'm not even sure if the syrup was maple but that should be a must if the toast itself is not that flavorful. Sometimes French toast is the equivalent of eating a scrambled egg with white bread and syrup but that is not enough !!! At least in my humble opinion lol cheers everyone“

“I stopped by this morning to try a breakfast sandwich on my way to work and it was one of the best i’ve had in a long time! It’s simple yet delicious! Tristan greeted me with such a welcoming smile and warmed my heart! I will be going back again and again!!“

“If any spot deserves the title "Mom's Place," this one truly embodies it. It felt as though my mom herself was whipping up breakfast in the kitchen. For those in search of a meal that brings back the comforting flavors of a southern breakfast just like mom used to make, look no further. The steak and eggs were delectable, and the Oreo pancakes served as a delightful dessert. We also enjoyed a bacon, egg, and cheese omelet accompanied by hashbrowns. The servings are generous, and the service is exceptional.“

“Pleasant little mom & pop diner. Decor is comfortable with nice atmosphere. Food prices were reasonable for the quality of the dishes. I don't believe the prices on several Internet sites are up to date. Best to check menu at the location. The home made bread ? is delicious & a decent cup of coffee ☕ can be had. The biggest complaint that I would have is that it closes at 2 PM. I know I would go there for a late lunch or early dinner but they close so early. They have a large selection of items that are quite tasty. But, go early. I had to get takeout as it was getting time to close. ☹️Parking: Parking lot is not real large so if they are busy, it may be iffy to find a spot. But it is free off street parking in their private lot.“

“Don't let the prices scare ya, the quality is worthwhile. The kitchen did an excellent job making everything crispy and well done as we had asked(props to them) . The waitress/bartender was super friendly and helpful and The atmosphere was cozy as well, like a place were locals would come to regularly.“

“The food was bomb! Our waitress was a really nice lady. She immediately greeted us at our table to get us our drinks. She was very attentive and made sure we always had everything we needed. Our food came out quickly and was nice and hot. The coffee was strong, just the way I like it. The ONLY negative I'll give is the drinking water. It tasted like tap and bad. Definitely need bottled water or a better filter system.Kid-friendliness: They seemed kid friendly.“

“Great homemade breakfast , plenty of option to choose from , waffle was especially good , our waitress was friendly and attentive , the prices were especially reasonable. I do think the lighting and decor could be updated but it did not take away from the good food experience“

“This place was an absolutely hidden gem. Don't be discouraged by the surrounding neighborhood. This makes it all the better to try. The amazing flavors of all the food were far superior than any local Hispanic, or Mexican place we have ever tried. The staff was exceptional and explained everything. The ambience was a local hole in the wall but something you do not want to miss out on.“

“The food here is absolutely magical, but to be honest I was most impressed with the service when I went there today. The young lady from Texas helped us . Long time since I have seen sincere service like that. I will absolutely be coming back to try all the biscuit & gravy dishes . Thanks for making such amazing food & friendly service ??“

“I first knew about Village Inn in Omaha, Nebraska so imagine my surprise when I came to Florida. I first visited Village Inn in clearwater and then for whatever reason, it shut down and then another one on Dale Mabry and that became some other establishment, so I started coming to this one closer to Kennedy also on Dale Mabry. I was happy to see a familiar face from another location named Rosie-an amazing human being with a heart of gold. Another familiar face is Brenda and Brenda is an amazing server with super service and high attention to detail. Now Village Inn at this location can up it's game a bit by interior updates for a more pleasant dining experience. Most of the servers are exceptional such as GG, Tiffany, Sharonda, Holly, Denise, Brenda, Danielle, Angie, Jackie and Annette. GG is by far my most favorite because she is attentive, always has a smile on her face, and goes the extra mile to deliver a wonderful experience. I am a regular here and visit Village Inn when Im in town-Wish they had Village Inn in NY, NJ, CT, PA, and VA with at least one GG in each location. GG is high energy and super at her job as she takes a lot of pride in what she does and she takes her job very seriously. GG has a high attention to detail, gets every detail of my order and usually knows what I like before I ask just the way I like it. Without asking, GG is usually on top of her A-game and replenishes empty drinks and always has a smile on her face with a wonderful small talk exchange in a proactive manner. GG is a strong asset to Village Inn as a high energy server and pleasant to talk with. Tiffany is much the same way and Tiffany is super chill as well. On the same note, Ive had absolutely atrocious service by someone who forgot to give me utensils, brought the wrong dressing, and apologize for being distracted by another table to the point I had to ask for another server. I get it some people are having a bad day and got distracted we are all human . Awesome set of managers such as Joie, Rosie, Denise, and Cherie. At random times, I always pay for any law enforcement in appreciation for all they do as well as other tables just cuz. Food is fresh and tasty for most selections as well as customizing food the way I like it such as avocado salad, avocado toast, and other types of dishes done in a certain way.“

“Everytime I've visited Le Peep (Several so far) something has been wrong.The biscuits are soft on the top with a rock hard bottom. The salsa in a breakfast bowl isn't drained properly. Somethings on the plate are Luke warm.But don't be fooled, it's still a 4 star restaurant. Even with these small mistakes, the food IS delicious.We've never had poor service either. It's worth checking out and judging for yourself. But it's definitely worth checking out.“

“Ordered the metabolizer juice which had cucumber, jalapeño, pineapple, apple & mint. Then I ordered the dragonberry açaí bowl. Both are a 10/10!! The ambiance is very tranquil, & the woman who worked on Wednesday morning at 8:30 on 3/27/2024 was incredible. She was so friendly, had great repor with consistent customers, helped me choose a drink based on my likings, all while training another worker! I'll definitely be coming back!“

“Hands down the best Waffle House we’ve ever been to! The food is excellent and the staff couldn’t be more pleasant and interactive. Kristen was a wonderful waitress. When back in Tampa we will come back!! Thank you for the great service to start off a long day.“

“This Waffle House holds a special place in my heart. My weekly visits have turned into a ritual where one of the waitresses and a cook know precisely what I'll order, even going the extra mile to remind their colleagues when they're not the ones serving me. The place is spotless, the staff is welcoming, and it's situated in a safe neighborhood.“

“My boyfriend and I first time here, we came in Christmas Eve and it wasn’t too busy. The service was great and super quick. The food was also very good, more of a southern style menu. Highly recommend! Only disappointment is that all their yolks were broke…“

“The servers were very nice and very attentive. The Eggs Benedict were ok.... the were on hot... like the kitchen pre-cooked, and it was cold. It still tasted good. The million dollar bacon was outstanding!Other than the food being cold... it was a good breakfast.“

“It was a nice experience. The building is just a tiny bit run down, but pretty clean. Though my waitress was very very nice.... service was a bit slow. Took about 15 mins for her to take our order and another 20 for the food to arrive. But everything was hot, fresh and tasty.“

“I went there during their bingo mania and had a great time playing bingo after dinner. I went with the country fried steak mashed potatoes and gravy steak fries and Texas toast. I had iced tea with sweet and low for the drink. The food was great and the service was even better. The man calling out the bingo numbers was very nice and friendly. I definitely would go back to this village inn again. I had a great night out That didn't break the bank. I had fun playing bingo for free with the chance to win a free dinner or a free village in pie if I hit the bingo. It is a great place.“

“I've eaten here many times and the staff and food is amazing. Today, we had a small hiccup in our order, but the staff was very prompt and kind to help us out the evr changing soecials are always amazing and we cant get enoigh of the fresh squeezed juicea. Today, we have Passion Fruit and Purple Haze. They were extremely busy today, and normally, there is a line to check out. The qr code on the receipt to pay was a lot easier than waiting an extra few minutes to try and check out. Make sure to book ahead on the website, or you could be waiting about 20 minutes for a table. Prices are decent and you get plenty of food with your meal. Don't forget to order some appetizers like the donut holes or million dollar bacon. Overall, the experience and people and food is great. Even though today was a rough experience, the average is still above par at first watch. Well, be back.Parking: Sometimes.you have to park by the PGA store.“

“The Lebanese Breakfast is AMAZING!! It's not on the menu but just ask for it. You won't be díssapointed comes with 2 eggs, hummus, Lebnah which is similar to a creamy yogurt, avocado, pita and nicely seasond meat, as well as za'atar toast. Came from the airport just for this meal after seeing a photo online and was very happy with the service and meal.“

“I stopped off Friday evening for a bite to eat after a good night out. My Waitress was helping my order as I forgot my glassesNext thing I know is I'm waking up on the stall floor of the bathroom, side bandaged up and missing a kidney. I will say this Waffle House has the cleanest public Bathrooms I've ever seen and has great meal selections.Hats off to our Waitress Tammy for sending me home with an Ice Pack!“

“We stick to the basics most of the time, like the Tri-Fecta. Food and coffee were good as usual, but after getting our drinks, service from our server went downhill. We asked for extra napkins right after getting our drinks, and my hubby specified sugar free syrup. Our food came out via another employee. We hadn't received the napkins, and no syrup at all was brought with the food. My hubby finally asked another server, and she brought it immediately. Our waitress came out a few minutes later to the table right across from us, and went right back towards the kitchen without even a glance in our direction. She finally checked on us to see if everything was okay with our food, and shortly after brought our check. There were plenty of workers so it wasn't like that was the problem for her lack of contact. It won't stop us from going to this or other First Watch locations, it just affected her with a slightly lower tip than she could have received.“

“This place was an immediate favorite! The food choices are healthy, nutritious, fun, and affordable! The coffee is delicious and comes from women coffee farmers in South America. Pancakes are multigrain; fluffy, tasty, and filling without being too heavy. We were so impressed, we went two days in a row for breakfast! The potatoes are well-seasoned and the perfect balance of crispy and soft. I loved the thick slices of bread and the preserves they serve on the side! Veggie omelet was tasty and had a good ratio between veggies, egg, and cheese. I appreciate the option for chicken sausage patties, which have only a mild sausage taste and were perfectly cooked; moist, tasty, and slightly browned. I was feeling bogged down today, so I also ordered the Kale juice (Kale, fuji apple, English Cucumber, lemon) and it was absolutely delicious, refreshing, and energizing! Great way to get some quick electrolytes and nutrients.“

“I only stop here when I'm in the area for the COFFEE. I drink it black and usually that's how you know coffee tastes good ?? the service is a bit spotty. There are some younger talents behind the counter that may not acknowledge you while standing there for 3-5 minutes. But that isn't because they're rude. They're simply tunnel vision(d) on whatever task they're working on.“

“Went there for lunch. I ordered the hamburger with hashbrowns and an egg over medium on my burger. My server was trinity. She was very professional cared about her customers and very attentive to her customers. The food was excellent. Burger cooked just right and the over medium egg was perfect. Definitely will come back. Both for the food and service“