I've driven by Ellie's Restaurant many times and noticed the parking lot is almost always full, so we finally decided to give it a try. We were seated immediately, and the whole place felt comfortable and welcoming from the start. Our waitress was fantastic. We have three children, ages 5, 3, and 1, and she mentioned having grandchildren of her own, which showed in how naturally and kindly she treated our kids. The food was excellent. The bacon was incredible, my wife's omelet was delicious and generously portioned, and the kids loved their pancakes. Everything came out steaming hot, which I really appreciated. Even paying at the cashier was pleasant. The older lady behind the counter was incredibly friendly and had the same warm, motherly personality as the rest of the staff. We had a great experience, and I'm already looking forward to coming back to try lunch. read more

Place was excellent. The corn beef was crispy and perfect. The hasn't browns and potatoes were also cooked to perfection. Good quick service. Highly recommend read more

Ellie's Breakfast & Lunch - Corn beef hash and 2 over easy eggs - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Tampa, Florida

Well we came by for breakfast - they did not disappoint- Thanks Tammy- you did a fantastic job - thanks again read more

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A spacious diner with good service. Our waitress made sure we had our coffee filled and checked in with us. I enjoyed my western scramble and my friends enjoyed the banana pancakes and breakfast quesadilla. My other friend was not impressed with the gravy. She stated that it tasted like paste. There was no sausage flavor. Prices are a little too high for me although you do get large portions. read more

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Great, home cooked breakfast diner cuisine. Pancakes are solid, and scrapple is crisp. Lunch sandwiches are stellar. Service is always great. Highly recommend Ellie's. read more

What a hidden gem! Georgia was our waitress and she gave us an awesome first experience. Their Philly cheese steak is on point! They import the bread from Philly so you're in for a treat. Hubs really enjoyed it. I got a basic yummy breakfast of 2 eggs, sausage, wheat toast, and grits. Kids got pancakes that were as big as their heads lol they enjoyed it as well. We will be back soon to try the lunch menu. read more

Food is always good, service is amazing and atmosphere is relaxed diner feeling. We eat there often and always have a great experience and a great meal! read more

This place is a hidden gem! The food is amazing and fast! We got an omelette and the 222 everything was delicious and read that the Philly was great so we got that to go and ate it for lunch later and it dint disappoint! The service was super fast!! It's a homey little place! Definitely check it out! read more

This place delivered on the basics and their service is immaculate. Pricing is typical but a bit high for some of the basic breakfast items. My eggs were done great and the toast was perfect. Great variety of breakfast items and has a classic diner feel. I love the staff and they definitely work quick which was nice. read more

This place has really good down to earth food. Whether it be a breakfast item or lunch. My friend had an omelette which he said was amazing, size and taste. I had the Philly cheesesteak, may be one of the best cheesesteaks I've had outside of Philly. Tammy, our server was friendly, outgoing, and helpful. Definitely a place to stop by for a quick breakfast or lunch. read more

Delicious from start to finish. Sat right at the counter. So pleased with the quality of the food. read more

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Service is always good Waitresses always on top of everything Food always good Chicken wrap for lunch very good Breakfast dishes very good read more

I forgot to take a photo of my egg salad sandwich and I'm so sad because it was SOOOO good!! I will definitely be back for lunch, I had only been here for breakfast before. The egg salad was chopped up perfectly chunky and I got it on a croissant which was a 10/10 choice. It was one of the best egg salad sandwiches I've had in awhile!! read more

Ellie's Breakfast & Lunch - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Tampa, Florida

It is located in a business park so you may miss it. Don't let the location fool you, the food is good here. If you come around lunch definitely get the Philly sub, you won't be disappointed. Full of meat and seasoned to perfection. Ask for your fries to be a little extra crispy because.... well just because I think they are better that way. Who wants limp fries? Service is spot on for a diner kind of food joint. I have yet to have anything bad here so that is why I give it 5 stars. read more

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We tried Ellie's because it was halfway between our house and a friends that we are meeting for breakfast. It's located in an industrial-ish strip mall with plenty of parking. When we arrived, we didn't have to wait and we're seated at a four top immediately. I ordered the special which was a ham and mushroom omelette with cheddar cheese and opted for the house potatoes with it. The boys both had the hash skillet. The food was brought out pretty quickly, but mine was very overdone, but the hash skillets looked good and were devoured. This is definitely a no frills, breakfast spot, no Memosa and no bloody Mary... But if you're looking for a quick and inexpensive breakfast spot away from the tourists it's not too bad. read more

Food, service, atmosphere are all best-in-class; the cooks do it right, the staff if on the ball, and it's clean and airy. And, yes they have scrapple cooked right. I struggle to find places where we can dine in confidence that the kitchen and service is unwaveringly five-star. - Mike 'n' Barb read more

The entire crew here at Ellie's is amazing. We are blessed to be regulars who are always so well fed and taken care of. The service is top notch and the food is incredible. We definitely recommend Ellie's as a staple in the community. read more

We randomly decided to try Ellie's for breakfast and we will definitely be back! Our sever Dayani was extremely pleasant and upbeat. I ordered the french toast topped with fresh bananas, powdered sugar and a side of sausage. The French toast was fluffy but not overfilling and bananas added the perfect touch. I ate every last bite. My boyfriend ordered an egg combo which came with 2 eggs, sausage, toast and fresh fruit. Everything was delicious and you can't beat the prices. Our bill was under $25 and that included 2 beverages! read more

Ellie's Breakfast & Lunch - French Toast topped with fresh bananas - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Tampa, Florida

Great discovery for me for a great casual meal. Feels very local. Breakfast was excellent and well priced. The service from Diani was outstanding. Will definitely go back. read more

I took my son here for a casual breakfast on Friday morning and I left fairly satisfied. Orange juice didn't taste as sweet as fresh squeezed and they refused to cut baby's pancake, but when I saw it was shaped like Mickey Mouse, I could see why they traditionally opt not to cut. Cute but not fun for me. Unfortunately he barely ate any of it which may have been because it was cooked a little long (was more brown) on the bottom. I had the western omelet which was a little too ingredient filled for me to fully enjoy but it was yummy enough. Overall, this is a casual and affordable place for a breakfast (or lunch as the restaurant title indicates) that appears to be doing something right given the heavy traffic flow on a weekday morning! read more

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We come here weekly on Sundays it today we decided to come on a Wednesday for lunch. Let's just say we won't be doing that again. The server completely passed us many times as we waited for 10 min. Then proceeded to take another party instead of us. I am very upset with the service. The lady with glasses(Ms Brenda )and refuse hair didn't even look at us. Skipped my son and I . I have been a very generous tipper over the last 5 years but today I am upset. As a matter a fact I am so upset now I don't even want to eat my plate. It's the principle. The lady is a bad server anyways so it is probably good she isn't taking care of us .Jamie is now taking care of us , took our order the food is rated as ok. It's the principle the restaurant is empty shouldn't be that difficult . Apparently we just realized she was catering to a customer whom has t be here in a long time. Again we were weekly customers now we won't be. Also roach by our fe Food was delivered, looks good. Giving a 1 based on principle read more

Ellie's Breakfast & Lunch - Roach - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Tampa, Florida

Ellie's Breakfast is situated off of Racetrack Road and one the few food joints you'll spot for a couple miles. They have a diner aesthetic which includes booths, tables, and a breakfast bar. I opted for the breakfast bar thinking it'd be easier to checkout if the server was directly in front of me. The menu they offer is quite sizable and the prices are on the lower end which are perks for a lot of people. The restaurant had maybe 3 other groups of people and was nowhere near capacity. Ellie's was supposed to be a quick stop for me on the way out of town due to the Hurricane. The food was alright, definitely edible but lacking depth. Great for a quick meal, but it's nothing to write home about. My bill came to about $14. When I ate enough of my food, I took my card out and requested my bill. My server left again for 10 minutes or so even though I placed my card down immediately after she placed the bill, as an indication that I would like to leave. Their service is not for the weak of heart. This restaurant unfortunately was participating in tip gouging and had the options for tip set at $5, $10, and $15 during Hurricane Milton. I was so disappointed in the behavior but ultimately ended up selecting "custom tip " and doing 10% tip on my little $14 bill. read more

Ellie's Breakfast & Lunch - 1 Biscuit and Gravy with Side of Bacon - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Tampa, Florida

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My family and I always love coming here, the service is great, the food tastes like a hug, and they value their customers. My husband ordered me to-go chicken noodle soup because I was sick at home and they wrote on the container "feel better! -Ellie's family" the little things matter. Thank you! read more

So let's just address the elephant in the room. Why is this restaurant in a weird business corp strip mall? I have no idea BUT I don't care because the food is amazing. This restaurant gives off big NJ diner vibes. If you know you just know. The home fries were amazing, crispy and cooked to perfection. The rye toast is buttery and truly a slice of heaven. They also have pork roll which it's a breakfast delicacy. The owners mother bakes fresh cakes for the restaurant which means new flavors every week dependent on what mom is in the mood to bake. This place was great, the food and service was amazing. It's a hidden gem! read more

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I've been going here since moved in 2023 for Scrapple (east coast sausage)! I was there yesterday around lunch, decided to break tradition and try the infamous steak, onion, pepper and mushrooms sandwich. It was more than delicious, the bread is intricate to a great sandwich. All true, best sandwich I've had in a very long time. Thanks Donna read more

What a freaking surprise! Who knew such friendly service and tasty fair would be found within an office park! It's not very far from where I live, and I only discovered it when the place I plan to go to we shut down. I question whether it was an accurate location based on the address, but lo and behold it was certainly ones I went on a weekday morning and was able to park right in front. It was probably 60% full which spoke well for the meal to come. I recommend you, check it out! read more

Found our diner!! We have been in search of a good diner in the area for a while now. Most of them are chain restaurants and/or you overpay for breakfast. We found what we were looking for in Ellie's. They are only open for breakfast and lunch and do not serve alcohol (true of most diners). Our waitress was very nice and quick. Breakfast for our family of 5 was served in less than 10 mins. The food was great. They have a build your own egg white omelet and turkey sausage and also egg beaters if you are looking for healthier options. They made our son's pancake into a Mickey shape and he was delighted. Ellies is not fancy by any means but it is everything you want in a diner. Can't wait to come back and try lunch! read more

Ellie's Breakfast & Lunch - Interior. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Tampa, Florida

Good food , good portions. Busy with a great Mom and Pop atmosphere . Perfect American breakfast spot.

Delicious little breakfast spot. I got a 2 egg breakfast and coffee. The food was good and I can't complain. Basic breakfast dish that hit the spot. Fast & friendly service. read more

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Do you want an authentic Philly cheesesteak? We have found the place in our area! We come here just for them, but they have a great breakfast and lunch menu also! Prices are very reasonable, and the cheesesteaks are under $11. They get crowded as they are located in an industrial park, but it's worth the trip! read more

Took a chance and went to Ellie's for the first time. Wait time was reasonable and when seated we had water and coffee served. Our waitress took our order and in about 10 minutes we had food. I had asked if they did basted eggs and the answer was yes. I was in heaven with great eggs and the Bacon was crisp and country fries good, could have been a little more crisp. My wife had scrambled eggs and French toast. Eggs were perfect and French toast was good, a bit soggy. We met the owner as he brought ou food out and found out he was from Philadelphia. Bob from New Jersey across the river, we had a great chat. Our waitress Diane we found out was from Chicago and she and my wife had another great chat. Overall the place was packed, service was great, staff friendly and food was overall Great. This is definitely a family business that rates a 4.5 stars. We are going back again for sure! read more

Went there on a Friday to get the all you can eat fish and chips. Only problem was one serving filled me! Food was great, very tasty.

Food was very good. Service was great. Family friend place and relaxed diner feel. I would come back next time I am in the area.

This is my 5th Friday night in a row dining at Ellie's, which should tell you something. I've had the Chicken Parm, Veal Parm, Beef Tips, Open Face Roast Beef, and Philly Cheesesteak Pasta. This is not diet food fore sure. :) Guess where I'll be next Friday. Lol read more

Ellie's Breakfast & Lunch - Philly Cheesesteak Pasta. More than I could finish! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Tampa, Florida

Tammy or Kammy our server at the diner bar seating was awesome! Always refilled our coffee/iced tea & everyone was very friendly. Excellent for breakfast, lunch, groups & families. Obviously a regulars spot as well & I see why. My bf & I ordered the NY Strip w/ onions, eggs, hashbrowns, toast & the Greek breakfast wrap, no tomato or onion. Both super tasty & we actually should have shared. Both big portions & inexpensive for the quality & quantity. Right next to Tampa Bay Downs so excellent for horsemen & for parking a horse trailer. Also the Danishes & pastries looked freshly baked & delish. We will be regulars here over the next few months. read more

Ellie's Breakfast & Lunch - Steak & Eggs 5/5 - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Tampa, Florida

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Love this place. We have been fans for 10 years. The best breakfast diner in Tampa.

We don't live in the Tampa area but Ellie's was near where we were and looked like a good place for a quick lunch. We were right! It's not fancy inside but bright and cheery and welcoming for families. The menu is a cross between a New York Deli and a 1950's roadside diner. There will be something for everyone. We split the patty melt. This was an exceptional specimen. The hamburger patty was thick and juicy with good flavor. There were plenty of nicely caramelized onions and a tasty sauce. We had ours with French fries. They were crispy and nicely cooked but not greasy and no weird seasoning. Curiously, they were an extra-cost upgrade from potato salad. Never mind. The prices are very reasonable. We plan to come back next time we are in the area. Fair warning. If I like a restaurant I almost always give it five stars. You won't be disappointed. Oh, our waitress was great and the service was perfect! read more

This place is tucked away off of race track. I have passed it many times and seen it among office buildings but had never been. Finally a friend of mine and I checked it out and it is a hidden gem! There's plenty of space inside and let me tell you it was packed out the whole time we were there. So it may be hidden but it's no secret. There's plenty to eat on the menu, lots of choices and what we got was amazing. The staff was great, the food was savory and I would 100% go back again. The decor was a little brown for my taste, but it was not slowing down their business by any means. read more

Super cute and hidden mom & pop breakfast spot! Located in a little industrial mall on Racetrack Road. I am 99% sure that Ellie was amongst us while we dined. We were seated immediately on a Saturday morning around 10:30am. Prices are super affordable and they have something for everyone. They do not rush you to leave and seem to truly appreciate everyone's business. I ordered two eggs with bacon and it came with grits and a biscuit for $5.79. WHAT??? That's an amazing deal and everything was perfect. Coffee is unlimited and the waitress was so wonderful about filling my cup. Great place to take your family and enjoy a lovely meal. read more

Ellie's Breakfast & Lunch - Two eggs, bacon, grits and there was a biscuit too. For less than $6?! Awesome!!! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Tampa, Florida

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Summary: Eastern PA/South NJ Diner style food in Tampa, who would have thought? My dining buddy and I decided to hit this place based on recommendations from local friends, some of whom are from southern NJ. 1) The cheesesteak is to die for. Delicious roll, fresh cheese and onions, outstanding steak. Did I say delicious roll? Yes, and fresh too. 2) The French Toast. Amazing, exactly as it should be. Not overcooked, not eggy, fluffy, crispy, delicious, lots of flavor. 3) Potatoes: Our French Fries and home fries were good. Solid, fresh. 4) Bacon. Outstanding! Some the best I've down here. Not grizzly, right between crispy and chewy, perfection. 5) Service -- was fast enough, friendly and upbeat folks. A great "luncheonette" spot, highly recommended. read more