We finally found this gem. We went there around lunch time looking for breakfast. They have a couple of signs looking for help. We being on Island time we understood. We set at the counter as they were super busy. Listen to people that were coming in some were regulars. Our waitress was work her behind off and did a great job. We ordered our food and it was out quick and it was great. This place strikes me as a local place which my wife and I love. read more

Another local restaurant I have overlooked until today; love the fact you don't have to leave the island and fight beach traffic. The place was busy so I parked myself at the counter; waited about 5 minutes before being acknowledged but received coffee quickly and with apology. My Greek omelette was generous with feta, onions and spinach, tomatoes were lacking but it was good. The seasoned home fries were excellent. Overall, a nice experience that will be duplicated in the future. In Whitney Beach mall so plenty of parking. read more

The food was good but like everything now, the prices are higher than what is pictured.

I had a breakfast sandwich, an egg, any style, English muffin or toast, bacon or sausage, hash browns or grits, choice of cheese. I went for a fried egg on an English muffin with American cheese and bacon. Hash browns for my side. While the hash browns do not have onions in them, they were very nicely seasoned. There were two large slices of very crispy bacon cris-crossed in my sandwich. Our food came out very quickly and was very hot, temperature! The cheese was nicely melted into the egg! read more

Longbeach Cafe - Eggs Benedict with home fries - American Near Me - Longboat Key, Florida

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Once again a great breakfast. I had a traditional breakfast with toast (all wheat, other flavors available), 2 fried eggs (I had sunny side up), hash browns. Bacon is extra, but it's worth ordering it. 3 big and very crispy pieces. read more

Longbeach Cafe - American Near Me - Longboat Key, Florida

Longbeach Cafe in Longboat Key, Florida, is a classic greasy spoon diner and a fantastic spot for breakfast lovers. Their extensive breakfast and lunch menu offers plenty of hearty, satisfying options--from traditional eggs and bacon to generous sandwiches and more. The highlight has to be their lovely patio seating, where you can enjoy your meal overlooking a peaceful, scenic canal--perfect for a laid-back morning or afternoon. That said, the diner's facilities are definitely old and can get quite crowded, which sometimes affects cleanliness despite their efforts to keep things tidy. If you're expecting a polished, modern cafe, this isn't it--but if you're craving genuine diner food served in a no-frills atmosphere, Longbeach Cafe delivers exactly that. It's greasy, it's classic, and it's a great spot to fuel up while enjoying some waterfront views. read more

We stopped here on our vacation for breakfast. I had french toast and my husband had an omelet. This time ate inside but the outside tables in the back are very nice. We come here every vacation and this is the third year...this is really good. They always have different specials and the staff is great! read more

This is a tiny hole in the wall place... like a true diner. My food was delicious and our server was very attentive! During season this place is PACKED! read more

A Longboat Key tradition. Great food and . On the north end of Longboat Key the Whitney Plaza. Don't miss.

We've been going there many years and you can bring your family, food is really good and service is excellent! I especially like the Cleopatra Salad! read more

Friends of the owners must have written a lot of these reviews. The cooked bacon was in a pan on the shelf and just heated up. Tasted like it was cooked two days ago. Pancakes we just ok. I don't think the griddle was hot enough. No complaints about the service. The food could have been much better. read more

We ate breakfast and the eggs Benedict with home fries was very good. The waiter was pleasant. We would eat here again.

We stopped in on a whim. Tried to sit outside but it was breezy so they did not have the umbrellas open, it was way too sunny so we grabbed a booth inside. The staff were pleasant and very attentive. The food was very good. We enjoyed the grilled biscuits. They had a huge lineup of hot sauces, which we were encouraged to browse through. All and all, we would go back, if not just to try to sit outside. read more

Best biscuits and gravy this side of the Mason Dixon line. Krystal and Janice are amazing! They have the best soups and one of the best turkey clubs on the Gulf of Mexico! read more

Just a nice diner with friendly efficient staff. Everyone is helpful and glad you're there. Eat inside or out. It isn't much to look at but you're there for good comfort food. Longbeach delivered again. Two Sunday mornings in a row. It's worth the walk. 3 egg omelette with your choice of ingredients along with side and bread. Or traditional eggs, bacon and side and bread. Value priced. Excellent coffee and the cup is never empty. read more

What a great place to eat! The food was absolutely delicious. I had the Cinnamon french toast with berries. Our waitress was so friendly, and funny. The place is so cute, and so clean too. read more

Longbeach Cafe - American Near Me - Longboat Key, Florida

This is just such a wonderful down home place to have a bite. We've never had a bad meal here. The chicken fried steak, pancakes (tip-if there are pancake specials, they're usually really awesome), home made corned beef hash, omelettes and home fries are all winners. Service is always friendly too. read more

5 Stars for a true sleepy Gulf-side town diner! I highly recommend walking right in and asking for a table in the back patio. Patio may be a bit of a stretch, but those tables back there are right on a little river where there are small boats docked. It's quiet and such a unique little spot. Everything I've had has been great. It's standard diner fare, but there is one thing that I get every time and that CANNOT be missed. Always order the cranberry orange muffin and ask for it grilled. Did I know grilled muffins were a thing prior to this? No. Has it changed everything for me? Well, breakfast, at least! Truly something you won't forget! Otherwise, friendly service and great little spot. Just look out for the loud black birds that hang around the tables! Ha! read more

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Great neighborhood breakfast place - they make you feel like a longtime customer and friend right away. Delicious breakfast at reasonable prices. The French omelette was delish! The back patio right on the inlet is surrounded by beautiful flowers grown by one of the cooks. Our pooch felt just as welcome! Well worth it!! read more

Glad I stopped in For breakfast today I went with their Homemade Corned Beef Hash which came with 2 eggs the way you like'm and toast. I asked whether Home Fries were included, they were not, so I added them as a side. All that food was enough for me. The hash was very good. The texture was a little mushy but there was corned beef flavor, something you don't always find with this dish in other restaurants. The hash included pieces of green peppers, onion, and diced potatoes. The home fries were seasoned cubes of potatoes, also very good. The food was dropped off in 5-6 minutes hot. Longbeach Café is not a large place, a single walkway from the entrance to the backdoor. I sat inside with the air conditioning rather than asking for one of the half dozen tables in the back along a canal. They may have all been occupied, they were when I looked out before I left. I was also by myself and sat at a two top in the narrower part of restaurant, which came with foot traffic going past fairly often. I liked my server, a happy engaging person, who also did a very good job. I'm glad I stopped in today. read more

Longbeach Cafe - Homemade Corned Beef Hash and a side of Home Fries - American Near Me - Longboat Key, Florida

There really isn't much to say about the LB cafe, it's what you would expect from an island dinner spot. I will say thought that they step it up a notch with the sausage gravy and it's more homemade than dinner. I mean seriously I'd drink a cup If I could. Pancakes are ok not a fan. Pouched eggs are more on the well done but for a pouched egg they did great. Definitely recommend if you want a hometown dinner meal. read more

Longbeach Cafe - American Near Me - Longboat Key, Florida

Great service, great food! The back patio is a nice spot on a nice day. I highly recommend the chicken fried steak, it was delicious!! Also the croissants!! Order those, just because, they are huge!! read more

Have been there several times and it has always been a pleasure. Great service and great food.

I've gone here for a long time with my family, and I've always enjoyed it. But I felt like coming on here to say something about this amazing place after my most recent time. The food quality is top tear I couldn't be more pleased with the timeliness of the work staff as well. You walk in feeling welcomed and it's overall a very enjoyable experience. 10/10! read more

Good breakfast spot on LBK. Pancakes and egg sandwiches were good. Nice traditional breakfast items in a homy feeling with restaurant as bacon scents fill the air. Orders were Togo and received those fairly fast. read more

Food was great! Service was really nice and ambiance was really cozy. They also have patio seating in the back in the water. read more

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Just delicious - my tuna melt was great and my husband's club sandwich was great and our son's Reuben was so good. And we all had fries- dayum- they are the best fries in Florida. Very kind and fast service. We will def be back read more

You need to have Jen as your server! Nicest waitress - good food - get the biscuits read more

Nice spot we enjoyed breakfast at before heading home. We were a group of 9 and easily found a spot inside to sit at. The waitress was very attentive and we had no problem splitting the checks. I had the eggs sandwich and it was delicious! My little one had pancakes and bacon. She said it was great as well. We'll definitely be back when we return to Longboat Key again next year! read more

Good service as usual and used to be one of our favorite places. However, dissatisfied with the corn beef hash as was Not the same as it used to be. Tasted like canned with little ground pieces of meat with no trace of potatoes. Also, female cooks language was inappropriate. No need for foul language in a family restaurant. read more

Stopped here for lunch/breakfast. Service was super, super friendly. I had the turkey Ruben, which was perfect and not overstuffed with turkey. My husband had the breakfast sandwich on a croissant, which was really good and the grits, which he said we're just OK. I would recommendthis spot. Quaint, kind, and solid food. read more

Food was excellent! Large portion sizes! Sat outside on the water. Service was excellent! Definitely recommend!!

We stayed at a condo right down the street. Going to breakfast is my favorite. This place had good reviews so we went. Awesome!! The food is great, there's outside seating (thank goodness!) and a canal in the back with a ton of fish. The staff is very friendly especially the older woman who works there. Reminds me of Maryland where we miss since the people are so friendly. When we vacation there next summer we will def be back! read more

Longbeach Cafe - American Near Me - Longboat Key, Florida

Its a diner, not a cafe IMHO. Service was lovely even though our server was disslectect. Food came out quick, but get there before 11am if you want pancakes or french toast, for whatever reason other than the grill is too small to accomodate both breakfast and lunch items. read more

Great food! Service was excellent. The ambiance probably would have been even better than it was of we chose to sit outside. read more

Longbeach Cafe - Coffee cup - American Near Me - Longboat Key, Florida

We had a wonderful experience at the Longbeach Cafe! The service and the food were outstanding. If you're looking for a different spot to enjoy a beautiful setting and good food, this is it! read more

Great food, great service!! As my wife said, "Coming from a long line of biscuit makers, I give them a big thumbs up." You will not be sorry. read more

It was a little warm in the restaurant but the service and food were good. They don't serve Pancakes or French Toast after 11 per their menu but we ask and they made them for us at 11:30. Food was cooked perfectly. Home Fries and Bacon were great! I have one complaint. Add a kids menu. $36 for breakfast is a little pricey. read more

Longbeach Cafe - Country Fried Steak with Gravy, Eggs, Home Fries - American Near Me - Longboat Key, Florida

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Love our breakfast it's the best especially those home fries... Sonia see you in December...

Amazing from scratch diner food! We came for a quick breakfast and was not disappointed with the quality of portion size of this cafe! Loved sitting outside with a view of the canal and watching people take the kayaks out from the nearby rental. A great spot with friendly staff for a quick and yummy bite to eat! read more

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