After seeing this spot all over TikTok, I decided to stop by and see if it lived up to the hype. It's definitely a small, local diner that feels like one of those hidden gems the regulars have known about for years. One thing to know before you go: they are cash only, so come prepared! Honestly, with how affordable everything was, I was surprised. The prices were much lower than I expected. For breakfast, I ordered the meal that came with eggs, a choice of sausage or bacon, grits or potatoes, and toast. I went with scrambled eggs, a sausage patty, grits, and rye toast. I also added a stack of blueberry pancakes. My friend ordered a cheeseburger with fries and slaw. The service was faster than expected. We were told the takeout order would take around 30 minutes, but it was ready in about 15. The eggs and sausage were tasty, and the grits were good once I added a little extra seasoning. They needed a bit more salt, pepper, and butter for my taste, but after that they were delicious. The standout for me was definitely the blueberry pancakes. They were huge, fluffy, and absolutely worth ordering. My friend enjoyed the cheeseburger and fries, although he felt the burger patty may have been frozen rather than hand-formed. Overall, we had a great experience. The food was good, the portions were generous, the prices were hard to beat, and the service was quick. I'll definitely be coming back for breakfast, especially those blueberry pancakes! read more

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Friendly staff decent dinner food . They do not take card here only cash. The ambiance was that of your average dinner. Overall a simple dinner nothing too crazy but with friendly staff. read more

Cute place and tasty food. We loved watching the "regulars" enter and the staff call out to them. So lovely when the entire restaurant sang Happy Birthday to one of the regulars in a red, white and blue sequened vest. It reminded me of a small-town restaurant you would find back home in Ohio. A lovely way to experience a positive a hometown community. We had the 2 egg breakfast with Grits and Sausage pattys and the French toast with strawberries and sausage. The Staff worked well with each other and we plan to go return soon. read more

Orange Tree Breakfast & Lunch - French Toast with Strawberries and Whipped cream. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Tamarac, Florida

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Great little local spot. It's been here for years but this was our first time. My husband and I went on Mother's Day so it was busy but we were seated when a table opened up. Service was quick and friendly. The food was excellent and came out piping hot. Simple but great breakfast. It's a no frills kind of place but I really enjoyed it because of the very kind staff, delicious food, and reasonable prices. This is a hidden gem in the Tamarac area! read more

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Super fablous! Great food. Great service. Great ambiance! My wife Vanessa and I love Orange Tree breakfast & Lunch. Without a doubt, best breakfast in the city. Owners and staff are great. This place checks all of the boxes! Not only a go to place for us, but the first spot we are going to go to eat! read more

I've lived in the area for a long time and never went to this breakfast place, from the minute I walked in. I was treated like royalty. I have not had a decent breakfast for less than $15 outside of my own home. This was six dollars and it was amazing. I highly recommend. read more

Orange Tree Breakfast & Lunch - The most perfect eggs over easy crispy, hashbrowns, and rye toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Tamarac, Florida

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Cozy little diner across the street from a medical plaza. Nice place to relax and grab some breakfast. The service was attentive and friendly. It seems to be women-owned and run, which is a plus, of course. My scrambled eggs and corned beef hash were pretty average, though they cooked a nice crust into to the hash. The butter on my toast tasted unsalted, so I didn't finish the rest. My favorite dish I had was the short stack of pancakes. Two giant, fluffy pancakes, perfectly sweet and savory. I was told that the daughter of the family makes them the best, so I'm glad she cooked for me. 10/10 pancakes, next time will try the blueberry. Good coffee, too. read more

Orange Tree Breakfast & Lunch - Short stack - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Tamarac, Florida

Phenomenal breakfast. You can't go wrong here. Everything was delicious. I can't wait to go back. The service was faster than you could imagine and the place was cozy. I enjoyed talking with the staff. read more

Good service. Local old school feel vibes. They kinda heavy handed with the butter margarine but next time we will ask for it on the side. Comfort food dining. read more

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This was the worst breakfast/brunch experience I've had in a long time. The staff were wonderful , attentive and explained the menu and specials clearly, my friend and I did not enjoy my food at all. The French toast had scrambled eggs all around the toast and the eggs tasted like it wasn't made to order. The pastrami it self was good, just not as a sandwich. For me, nothing tasted like home made. read more

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You'll wait over 30 minutes to get a table then you'll wait 30 more minutes for some basic eggs Place is so small and understaffed There's not a waiting area to sit and wait The whole restaurant is chaos and loud You'll have to wait outside standing under the sun Call to make a reservation read more

Please understand the design and appeal to an old school, neighborhood diner and you will come away happy. It's not going to offer a new motive nor modern flair. It is going to offer fresh made food, often just off the griddle, and true flavor. Don't expect multi step seasonings and brining or ultra ingredients. Location has been in place 20 years or more, and still demands cash only at the register after finishing your meal. Wifey wanted breakfast while in area and the thought of Denny's didn't appeal to me. I fully intended to get breakfast until I noted the Patty Melt sign. An old school favorite. It was served off the grill, hot, and made to order. Perhaps a marbled rye would have stepped it up a level, but still old fashioned goodness. Wife noted some thing called Country Bene and knew right away this was her calling. Eggs with sausage gravy appealed quickly. The side of fresh chunky home fries were made as she requested, well done. Employees were polite and accommodating. Saw several people that appears locals. All were happy and polite and flowed well. Price was fair indeed and would remind they only handle breakfast and lunch. A blast from the past, and simple times without foo foo garnish. I think I might have even smelled a light burning of the bread crust from toaster, just like a family breakfast at home. read more

It's a tiny place and they only take cash, but it's a really good place for breakfast. If you go on the weekends, plan on getting there early or be prepared to wait. Even so, I would rather eat here than most other breakfast restaurants in the area. The food is good, the service is good and the atmosphere is very casual and relaxed. You never feel rushed when you're here. Don't forget to bring money. Very important. read more

Need more staff plus tables.....................................................................................would not recommend....... Can't wait 1 hour for eggs read more

Love this place. Cash only . Food all whole-made . Pleasant staff as soon as you walk in.

Super friendly staff. Loved the service here. Very attentive, quick and accurate along with simple but tasty southern food. It felt like I was in a different state on a road trip. Great experience. Again, loved the staff. Super friendly. Definitely returning but BRING CASH. They don't accept Apple Pay/Google Pay or even by debit/credit. read more

They don't accept credit or debit cards so don't bother if you can't bring cash only. They should really say something on their website or something so people don't waste their time like I did. read more

Food taste great! Service is great! Fast service. And I love the small diner vibes! It's family owned and operated! Wonderful people1

Service is good and breakfast is ok, but don't order an ice coffee , especially if you want cream and sugar. They give you cold coffee and ice , and there is no way to sweeten cold coffee no matter how many packs of sugar you add. Wasted $2.50. read more

My husband and I have been to Orange Tree for breakfast twice. The good is great, the atmosphere is wonderful, and you can't beat the prices! It's like something out of another era where time has stood still. We can't wait to go back again! read more

We ordered the Country Benny and it was a 10/10 breakfast. We will be returning as soon as possible. Reasonably priced, server was delightful! read more

Loved the family business!!!! ,,, food came out super fast I must say my meal was so delicious but not very hot kinda just warm , bathrooms clean and prices are great really enjoyed friendly service from the lady that was the granddaughter of the founder ,,, all ladies in the kitchen pretty on top of things , maybe a little upgrade In The future , it's a great little hidden gem right on university only open from 6am -2:30pm and cash only (that determined who paid) it was me ... loved the place I will be returning with my Hungary posse read more

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Orange Tree is one of my favorite breakfast places in Florida. It's been my favorite for 25 years plus. It's nothing spectacular just great simple breakfast and I love it. The eggs always taste great. The home fries are always cooked amazing and to my liking. My favorite item is Taylor Ham and I always get a side of sausage gravy to top everything off. Service is always great. read more

Great tasting, inexpensive breakfast. Ps. Bring your cash! Only cash is the acceptable method of payment. read more

Orange Tree Breakfast & Lunch - Full size order of biscuits with Country Sausage Gravy - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Tamarac, Florida

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Beautiful service, delicious food, the only thing they only take cash. I'll still be going back here

Not uptight, fancy or commercial. The Orange Tree has delicious food and a fun atmosphere for breakfast or lunch. The service is like going back in time to when good service was a standard. The food is like home cooking!! The staff remembers your name and are always happy to see you. The best way to explain is to say that the whole place just feels like a big hug when you walk in. My favorite is breakfast with the grilled biscuits with my bacon and eggs and home fries. All made fresh on the grill. It always smells amazing. Lots of locals that are long time customers and patrons of this business. Everyone is friendly and you'll feel like a regular from your first visit!! If you're looking for a regular breakfast or lunch spot this place will steal your heart and please your belly!! They get busy so you might have a small wait. It's SOOOO worth it!! read more

I love going to the Orange Tree when I'm in the area. Orange Tree is a neighborhood diner with great breakfast and lunch food. They serve lovely portions at amazing prices, and they do it with heart. When you walk in, you feel like you're among friends! Dining at Orange Tree helps restore my faith in humanity. read more

Orange Tree Breakfast & Lunch - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Tamarac, Florida

The food was straightforward delicious. Old Florida diner Vibe. Crazy nice staff. Nice location i belted out a quick report!!! Bacon and Butter in the air!!! yum read more

Great neighborhood cafe for breakfast! Family owned place for everyone. The local residents, police, sheriff;s office and fire department all frequent this establishment practically on a daily basis. Friendly atmosphere, reasonably priced menu and courteous staff all contribute to one of my absolute favorite places for breakfast! Please try their pancakes or French toast!! read more

Growing up in Boston means I'm surrounded by diners. Good ones were they making things from scratch well and this particular restaurant that's what this is all about everything is made right in front of you. Everything is fresh everything is delicious and they make you feel welcome. Five stars enjoy read more

We usually frequent this place but for some reason service has gone down the tube. The food is typical mediocre breakfast food. We used to love coming here because the staff made you feel at home. That has changed now the service is biased. If you're not one of their locals or someone they know you will not get service. Today we were ignored we sat for 15 mins no service and when we asked for service we were ignored. The lady that was supposed to service us often wears a workout outfit avoid her at all cost she is rude and biased. We probably won't ever be coming back here ever again especially with Dennys, IHOP, and First Watch within a 2 mile radius. read more

Best breakfast in town i have been coming here for years taylor ham is one of my favorites. i usually get the big eatter great value big breakfast. this dinner is very family owned an a home town vibe.. read more

Was a fantastic choice. The portions were huge, delicious, cheap & coffee was topped off regularly. The staff were really nice & attentive. Interior was also very comfortable and homey, gave old florida vibes. Its always refreshing to see a old school local restaurant still thriving & giving a warm experience you cant get at big food chains. read more

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Quick and inexpensive breakfast. The dine-in is usually busy, for good reason, so I almost always get to go. This place is cash only with no ATM in the plaza. Please take note of this. If they took card, I would probably visit more often. read more

Family owned and everyone is always so nice and friendly!!! I have been going here for breakfast for years. When friend and family fly in to visit we always stop here at least one time. They are old school and only accept CASH ! The prices are super affordable read more

Really good breakfast in big servings. Combo plate of 2 eggs, sausage and pancakes was as good as any of the best truckstop diners. Our waitress had a super attitude, an obvious familiarity with the place, and was working steadily in a busy diner with few waitresses. I was impressed with how calmly and focused staff kept this well-oiled machine running. JUST KNOW: This is a cash only place (not sure why). Located on the corner in a recycled strip of shops, the area vibe leaned toward the unfamiliar, more eclectic. And here's a very U.S. throwback diner. Up for the experience? Bring cash. Breakfast and lunch served. read more

Driving in the neighborhood looking for a quick breakfast and we stumbled on this place. It's situated in a strip mall, in the corner space. Good size menu, with lots of breakfast and lunch options. We ordered a plain waffle, large stack of pancakes, half order biscuit and sausage gravy, , extra order of bacon, 2 eggs , bacon, home fries, toast combo and 2 sodas. Food came out very quickly and was delicious. Had to order an extra full order of the biscuits and gravy! Bacon was very tasty. Didn't love the home fries even though they were definitely homemade. They don't take credit cards SO BRING CASH! Paid $36 but as you can see we received a lot of food, so I would say it was a GREAT VALUE! We will definitely be back as this is closer, just as good and much less expensive than our usual favorite place. read more

Orange Tree Breakfast & Lunch - Pancakes short stack - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Tamarac, Florida

Driven by this place for over 15 years and never stopped in. It's in an old strip mall that's seen better days. Don't let this dissuade you. Bring cash; they don't take the plastic. The grill is front and center when you walk in. This place is the real deal. Breakfast sandwich with TAYLOR ham on a bagel. Cook actually listened and made my eggs the way I like them. Decent home fries with a nice crispy crust. Very pleased that they did not add paprika seasoning which most bagel joints seem to use. Waitress was very kind about the repeated cups of coffee. I'll be back. read more

Orange Tree Breakfast & Lunch - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Tamarac, Florida

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Its and All American Restaurant. People are nice and they try to be quick and polite. The food is very good and average prices. Excellent breakfast and lunch. read more

Just so happy as I work my way through every item on the menu. I keep coming back to the corned beef hash.