Went in on a Tuesday at about 1:30 to have lunch, not busy at all, 4 tables. No greeting, no personal present. About 4 minutes went by and server came out, saying she would be right with us. 3 minutes later, she loudly across the restaurant (not large), what you having to drink. Then approached with menus and took order for drinks. Few minutes later placed order. Wife had Chicken Club Wrap, I ordered Tuna Sandwich, both came with fries which in a starless lunch was the star of the show. Interesting enough, while the menu never talks about being toasted, my Tuna Sand came out toasted (never asked for that), and wife's wrap was pressed, again not in menu description. That in and of itself did not change the outcome, because both were not good. Wrap had dried out chicken and Tuna was tasteless. No seasoning at all in the mix. Server never asked about refills, in fact only time we saw her was while she was filling jelly sleeves, and note...no first in, first out rotation being used, so beware of those on bottom. One done, which we did notveat all, waited 10 minutes for a bill. Server was nice enough, just not experienced and likely not being coached on much. We had breakfast here some time ago which was fine, so we thought we would try at lunch. This is our experience, hope others have a better experience. read more

while service is awesome the food is not that good and the coffee is not real coffee. the coffee is so weak and stale tasting I sipped it twice and set it aside. The Hollandaise sauce was diluted and thin. Tasted like turkey gravy. Hashbrowns were average and get a rating of 6. I will not return. read more

Went for breakfast while on vacation, the menu has everything. Everyone can find something that they like on the menu. Our waitress gave us ample time to order and did not rush. The toast option on the meals can be one of the following: rye, wheat, white, croissant I thought the croissant was a nice addition to my moonlight special #1, it gives you the option to make a breakfast sandwich. The fruit was fresh and potatoes were flavorful. The eggs were my favorite part. If we come back to Cape Coral for vacation we will be back to South Cape Diner. read more

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The food was average but acceptable. The service was fine and as expected for a diner. I was very disappointed to see people allowed in with 2 puppies and a dog. The waitress played with the puppies and one dog was placed on the table. I didn't see the waitress wash her hands after playing with the puppies. Why they allow three dogs brought into an inside restaurant was beyond my belief. Needless to say we won't be returning. read more

Found this little gem by way of Google search. There was plenty of seating and the dining room was nicely decorated. Our server was training a new hire and they were both friendly and courteous. We both ordered the Chicken Fried Steak and it was delicious! Our eggs were a perfect over easy and the biscuit was flaky and soaked up all of that sausage gravy goodness. I got a side of corned beef hash which was nice and crispy, the way I like it. If you're in the area, please stop in and enjoy a great meal. read more

South Cape Diner and Breakfast Restaurant - Chicken Fried Steak. - Diners Near Me - Cape Coral, Florida

The service is great & a friendly smile. Been there twice. Food was good. We will definitely be back read more

We went there this morning on a whim. Sept. 20, 2025 I ordered the eggs Benedict don't bother! The cook has no idea how to make hollandaise sauce. It's horrible! One egg was cooked the other was not. The hash browns were served flat and way too crispy. Gordon Ramsay would have thrown this plate out! My husband had eggs over easy and sausage links, they were great, but for heaven sake crisp the toast. The coffee is good and hot. The wait staff is wonderful. read more

Dogs up on table is a no no and server should wash their hands after touching dog. People notice when dining there and probably won't return read more

So good and nice people. Feels like a throw back, to a simpler time. The coffee is served in old style brown mugs and the entire front wall is glass so you can see time pass by while you are enjoying your eggs and downtime. Love it! read more

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Food was really good been coming here for a few years food is consistent the service is always the same lady that is rude and if you watch her she makes bad use of her movements a smile goes along way read more

So we wanted to try a place few doors down but it was a 40 minute wait. I know this is bad, but 40 minutes means an hour and no breakfast is that good . So we walked until we saw another place to eat. Yes. it's kind of a greasy spoon but the server was great, people were nice and although it took 25 minutes for the food to come out, mine was really good. My husband however, did not understand the concept of the ham and cheese on top of the omelette instead of inside it unless it was an afterthought. I have leftover sandwich for work tomorrow since portions are huge, so that's always a good thing. Nothing fancy, just the basics and sometimes that's just fine...., read more

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Cute little place. Food and service were amazing! :) Drinks looked refreshing too but opted to have coffee with breakfast. Would definitely be back to try lunch and a drink. read more

The food was really good, especially the bacon. Good price point as well for the amount of food you receive. The decor is pretty standard. Seating a little tight on the booths but nothing too crazy. Only complaint is the service is quite slow. read more

Went here for breakfast with my daughter. Located in a roadside strip mall of sorts, this place may not look like a typical Jersey diner, but it does have the feel. Service was very attentive. Coffee was good. And the food was also good. Cleanliness was not spotless as there were many crumbs on the seat and in the gap in the back. Why do workers always forget to look down? Anyway, cost is reasonable. If it wasn't so far, I'd probably frequent. read more

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My mom is already going to be disappointed that this is still a two-star review because she was ready to go with the one-star. We had our Saturday lunch at South Cape Diner. When we entered, the dining room was rather full and a little loud, so we were seated outside at the tables facing the parking lot. We were the only diners out here the whole time, so that might not have helped. Our waitress took our order quickly enough and did appear later to clear off some of the other tables but after 25 minutes without our food, Mom decided to make it a thing and went inside. It turns out that not only had the kitchen lost our order, but our waitress had completely forgotten about us. I get the order being lost - that happens - but how do you completely forget to bring people food? When it arrived, my omelet was good. Oversized, well stuffed with onions, peppers, ham and cheese. Mom enjoyed my toast and the grits. I don't know that we'll be back to South Cape. You may get a different experience sitting inside but if you can't deal with outside tables then don't have them. [Review 12329 overall, 2114 of 2019.] read more

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Fantastic breakfast spot in South Cape. The servers are all very attentive and friendly. Don't expect anything fancy it's just your basic restaurant with good food, reasonable prices a d great service. read more

We come to the South Cape Diner pretty often, and always enjoy the attentive service and large portions. Today my friend who lives in Ft. Myers met me there. She was taken aback by the sign that said you would get a surcharge if you used a credit card. I decided to eat there anyways and our waitress kept the coffee and tea coming. I had the scrambled eggs with cheese, sausage and bacon. I had tomatoes as a side. The portion was very large, enough for two. She was disappointed because they don't offer any gluten free bread. We both are trying to avoid wheat. This place is always a neighborhood favorite of mine, so if you come bring cash! Food $$ Service $$$$ Atmosphere $$$ read more

Rode our bikes over for yummy Eggs Benedict served with home fries, biscuits and gravy and omelets! Simple, clean diner with masked waitstaff and fast, friendly service. read more

Food was OK, nothing special. Meals plated super sloppy. Service wasn't good, totally skipping people in ordering & delivering. Then server complained to us that another customer complained about everything. It was hot, I was sweating. $60 for 3 people........... Save your Money Go to Dennys read more

If i could rate this place zero stars i would but its not an option. We walked in with 4 adults and two children. No one greeted us. We were eventually sat and no one greeted us. We had to ask for someone to help us. After 10 more minutes of waiting, We placed the order. After another 20 minutes, my wife had to go ask to see if we could get at least the children's drinks so they wouldn't start crying. She replied "I forgot the drinks, what do they want?" The food came out before the drinks and the coffees never even arrived. The kids food came out on really hot plates. The club sandwich came with tomatoes even though we asked for none. Everyone started eating except my wife. Her food never arrived. I went to inquire after 15 mins because the waitress was checking other people out and giving Togo boxes and ignoring us. I asked her " we are missing her 2 eggs meal" she replied " oh shit i forgot let me go get it" she still took care of 3 other tables before even going to the kitchen. after an additional 10 minutes she came back saying that she forgot and it was her fault and they were making it again because it sat in the window. She came back 20 mins later with just two eggs. No sausage, no patties, no toast. Then ignored my wife and spoke to others at the table about the situation as if my wife wasn't there. Not sure if it's because the waitress is racist or homophobic but either way we should have known when we walked in and were the only table with a person of color in it. Long story short. THIS PLACE IS TRASH!!! It's hot as hell inside. Do not waste your time. Go to the McDonald's in front for better service. Waitress was an older white lady with a short blond pony tail. read more

Been here several times and unfortunately each time has been worse. They were busy, but we got a table quickly. Service was slow. When they brought our food they never gave us silverware. We finally got up and got our own after waiting several minutes. Our food came out cold - in fact the pancake was like a brick. The potatoes seem to be pre-boiled and then warmed up without seasoning. I got the country bowl. The gravy was runny and no flavor. We also got the healthy option with the poached egg. We never got the fruit that was supposed to come with it. Overall it was a waste of money and time. read more

Almost $17 for 2 eggs, hashbrowns and 1/2 biscuit w/ sausage gravy. Meal was inedible. Never again!

The worst place I have ever visited! No one greets you upon arrival and another guest had to let us know they just sat down so we should just grab a table. We were able to order coffee but the waitress just dropped it off before we could ask for some milk. After trying to ask her for milk as she walked by, the waitress very loudly snaps at me to say, "can't you see my hands are full and that I need to wait until she comes around again!" This is ridiculous and no one else jumped in on their staff to apologize or say anything else. That is not hospitality and you shouldn't own a diner if you don't know how to treat people!!! Needless to say, we did not order any food here! read more

From the coconut hand scrub in the bathroom to the amazing service and wonderful breakfast!!! It was two thumbs up and we'll be back for sure - probably tomorrow to sample some more food the tvs in the room is a good touch and I love their complicated clock.. friendly diner and people with smiles at every table - great waitstaff .. read more

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Terrible service. Terrible coffee. Wtf happened to this place??? It used to be so good here. I won't be coming back anytime soon!! Please get your act togerther!!! read more

We love South Cape Diner! It is one of our go to breakfast places. The food is delicious and the service is excellent.

The food is not great but still edible. What's truly awful is the service. The food arrived regularly quickly but trying to get a check and pay for the meal was excruciating. The waitress said she would bring the check than delivered someone's food, try to take someone's order ( they weren't ready) and cleaned 2 tables. Finally got the check, she didn't even pause to cash us out. read more

A friend took me here a month or so ago and I only get corned beef hash and poached eggs for breakfast when I'm out. It's my favorite breakfast food. It was perfect. Second time my wife and I dine outside as we had Baxter with us. I order the same and Kathy does too except she likes her eggs medium. Again cooked perfect. The owner was at a table next to us and he personally cooked our meals, Third time this morning I got there and order sourdough toast dark, hash well done and poached eggs soft. Absolutely perfect. Super nice people and great quality food. Very reasonably priced, open breakfast and lunch, read more

God damn $2.50 to add blueberries to pancakes? GTFO..what has happened to this place..so many other options in cape

Ordered breakfast, oatmeal pancakes were Not oatmeal but buckwheat, bacon was not fit for dogs, very slow kitchen, 2 of us waited 45-1hour for food. Will not be back. read more

The food was very delicious and the prices were great. The French toast was so fluffy and good! Portions were also very nice. The only reason I am giving this a 4 star is due to the country fried steak, it was good but I've had better. Regardless, I will be coming back because everything else was mouthwatering and of good quality! Staff was very nice too. read more

South Cape Diner and Breakfast Restaurant - I had chicken fried steak, across from me is the French toast meal - Diners Near Me - Cape Coral, Florida

Used to visit 2/month and about a year ago they suddenly wouldn't substitute sunny side eggs for scrambled in a bowl. I thought I would try again this morning and same stance, so I left without ordering. I understand that different substitutes can be a pain but cooking an egg sunny side is actually less effort than scrambling. read more

Fantastic breakfast and great service. I had the breakfast burrito with home fries. My wife had an omelette with avocado and sweet potato fries. Everything was delicious. The home fries were done perfectly with a really good flavor. read more

South Cape Diner and Breakfast Restaurant - Breakfast burrito with home fries - Diners Near Me - Cape Coral, Florida

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Great food and service. Took leftovers home from breakfast, portions are extra! Comfortable setting and friendly staff read more

South Cape Diner and Breakfast Restaurant - The Lumber Jack. American Country Bowl, potatoes topped with scrambled eggs, smothered in sausage gravy and topped with cheese. - Diners Near Me - Cape Coral, Florida

Was really hoping for better because I've seen some nice pics, but could barely eat my $20 omelet and coffee :( 90% of my hashbrowns were burnt. Omelet was wet from too many veggies. Wasn't sure if there was cheese on omelet, but perhaps that was the type of cheese included? Wasn't told sour dough bread was extra. Waitress only came by once to top off my coffee and didn't ask how my meal was, or if I needed anything. It didn't seem all that busy (2-3 waitresses on for 10 tables), so wasn't sure why there wasn't slightly more interaction. When I stopped the waitress to ask for salsa, she did grab that for me. The ham I picked out of the omelet was good. read more

South Cape Diner, Cape Coral Pkwy, Cape Coral,Fl. Here is some chatter and my 2 cents on the food. I have been here before and been a happy trooper. But alas this time I saw a sign asking for a cook. I should have left. Service and staff over all was excellent. Ah but the food. !!! I decided on the comfort food.Meatloaf,mash taters and cole slaw. 10 bucks..... Oh so wrong. First the cole slaw. Though it was fresh and crunchy it was just horrible with a very sour vinegar dressing. There was no mash potatoe. The potatoe were out of the box with too much liquid... It was like eating runny malt-o-meal. The gravy was box too.Tasted very good. Dark color but no bits of beef to be seen. The meat loaf was like a slice of dark rye bread. Heavy tasted horrible. I will be back but once a new cook is here. read more

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Indifferent service, worst coffee ever, merely ok food. The coffee tasted like soapy chemicals. Told the waitress (an older woman with a European accent - Maybe the owner) who merely removed it. Didn't ask about it, offer to replace it, or even attempt to investigate why. We were left unattended for long periods despite there being multiple servers. I would not recommend nor return. read more

Great prices this place had a great menu, awesome prices, super service, and the food was awesome!!! And our table we had a wide variety of things. Pancakes or probably the fluffiest and lightest pancakes I've ever eaten. The bacon was thick cut and fried crispy. The ham was excellent, the eggs were very fluffy and fresh, and the home fries were delicious. We substitute as English muffins for the toast and they were huge. Our waitress kept our drinks full, checked in on us often, and she was a pleasure. We were all just shocked and how wonderful the food was and how affordable it was to eat there!!! Our only regret was not finding this place earlier during our vacation as it was just down the street from the house we rented. We will definitely make sure this is on our list of places to visit when we are back in cape Coral. read more

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Service was decent, place appeared clean. I had a standard breakfast-eggs, bacon, hash browns, toast, and a pancake. Bacon was over cooked and seemed reheated. Hash browns and toast were decent enough. Eggs were waxy and not fresh tasting-wondering if they're eggs from a bucket. Pancake was below average-tasted like a fake vanilla flavoring. I would not return and not recommend. Disappointing. read more

South Cape Diner and Breakfast Restaurant - Eggs, bacon, hash browns, with a side pancake. - Diners Near Me - Cape Coral, Florida

I ordered the western omelette. After seeing the specials on the tv, I was sad about the choice. Customer service was average. Nothing special. Where it came down to two stars: the waxy texture with my omelette. Very disappointed. read more