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The Rooster

4.6 (532 reviews)
Closed 7:30 am - 3:00 pm

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Casual
Moderate noise
Dogs allowed
Outdoor seating

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Famous Shrimp & Grits
Derinda C.

This place is a the end of a strip mall and it's a cute little restaurant. The biscuits are delicious. The jalapeño sausage gravy is soooo good and the fried green tomatoes were amazing. I think they could do a couple things better like my son said the strawberry French toast was way too sweet. Maybe because they say it in a plate of caramel sauce. And the fruit was not fresh or it was soaked in something sweet as well which made the bread soggy. I think the savory dishes were better than the sweet. The shrimp and grits were good as well. I didn't care for the blueberry lemon pancakes either. Our server was nice. Overall pretty good experience.

Michelle T.

A little hole in the wall located in a strip mall with parking being a little tough. There is a disabled parking space right in front however maybe a litle challenging given the slop of the space. This restaurant is very cozy with limited inside seating, there is additional outdoor seating available. I arrived mid morning and was able to secure a 2 top table indoors again - seating is very close together and you can literally reach over to the next table. Complimentary biscuits are served but we declined - we didnt want to waste food since we do not eat a large breakfast. Our breakfast tab was over $40 and felt it was a bit expensive since we only ordered - the Rooster Waffle, the Two Natural Egg breakfast and 2 beverages. The waffle and egg's are average at best but the noteworthy item was the Hashbrown Tater which is like a Hashbrown muffin and very good. Friendly staff even though our server was not that great ( even over heard another table tell her that her service needed work) Coke proucts are served but sadly no Coke Zero and the Root Beer is IBC

Famous Shrimp & Grits
Mary Anne E.

My husband and I returned to The Rooster this week to have one of our faves, Shrimp & Grits and to try the Hot & Crunchy Grouper. Both were perfect - the shrimp dish was even more delicious than I had remembered! We will be back soon. Thank you for your expertise in the kitchen!

Scott K.

Of course I was brought here by Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives and it was amazing. We got seated very quickly, which I was concerned about because the place is on the small side, but no problems. Our server was super fun and friendly. The place is small but very well decorated and there's a lot to look at, which was cool. We ordered the Texas Reuben and a Curried Chicken Salad. The curried chicken was delicious but the Reuben was to die for. It was so delicious. The fries were also incredible. Then we made a very wise decision to try the Hummingbird cake. It was like carrot cake had a baby with a pumpkin roll and that baby weighed 100 pounds! I was so full it hurt but it was a great meal. We even picked up some homemade dog treats! If I could change one thing, I wish they had fountain diet drinks. They have a few fountain drinks but the diet ones are in cans. It's absolutely not a big deal and I would go back any time!

Shrimp and grits
Carol K.

I think I have eaten out at every brunch place in Naples as a dear friend lives there and we meet up for brunch often. So imagine my delight when she says, "let's try the Rooster" which has been on my list for awhile now. We went on a Friday morning. It was a chilly Florida day but given the size of the place we decided to sit outside. Our server was over in a flash suggesting things and then he tells me they don't have a liquor license . . .and just as I was groaning about my lack of a Bloody Mary, he says they can make one with wine as the alcohol and I won't know the difference? Really? Well you know what? he was right! We had a large sized group so we got to taste a wide variety of the menu. I had the chilaquiles with shrimp that had the fluffiest scrambled eggs on them that I have ever eaten! I would go back for that dish alone. And ask for a side of bacon as you definitely get your money's worth! I bet there were 5 pieces of bacon on that plate! We also decided to share a sweet dish so we all got a bite of the Banana Brulee french toast which was heaven on a plate! Be still my taste buds! Others at the table at the avocado toast, shrimp and grits, eggs Benedict, sausage and gravy and the chicken and waffles. Everyone said at the end of the meal that The Rooster was now our fav place in Naples. Know before you go that this place isn't fancy. If you want to use the restrooms you'll be hiking around the building to the one seat restroom in the back of the place, but that's just part of the charm! I will definitely be back! What a find!

Chicken and waffle with a side of scrammbled eggs
Eli N.

Solid. Great food. Great service. The chicken and waffles with a side of bacon, damn, it was good. Leave the pepper jelly sauce on the chicken. The place is packed. The speaks to the food and service. The place is small, very limited parking. Worth the wait. Make sure you don't need to go to the bathroom or you'll have to walk around the whole building to get to it.

Carolina BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich on a GF biscuit
Tom T.

Gluten free biscuits! Normally that would be enough but the service is outstanding and the food is world class. All in a strip mall in Naples. Go if you are in the area (and go out of your way if your not) and bring your dog.

Reuben Sandwich
Matthew O.

Found this place because of Diner, Drive-Ins, and Dives and was glad that I did! Super friendly staff that were very helpful with navigating the menu. The portion sizes here are massive! I got the Reuben Sandwich and it was huge. Layers upon layers of corned beef all between two slices of rye bread. The inclusion of coleslaw helps to cut through the richness of the sandwich. The only slight issues I had was that the bread got soggy too quickly. So about halfway through, the sandwich was falling apart. But other than that, the flavors were excellent and the restaurant gives up such friendly and good vibes :)

Shine W.

Food: 5 stars Service: 5+ stars Ambiance: 5 stars Highly recommend Pending review while I gather my thoughts and eat leftovers but enjoy the photos meanwhile

Almond Crunchy Grouper*
Roman B.

The food made our head spin, the service was top notch, the ambience was an excellent experience of a small diner. If you want food that will make your tastebuds explode, look no further humans!

Bloody Mary
Teddy M.

We came to snuff the rooster and we succeeded! What a brunch experience! The Bloody Mary kicked things off and it both fulfilled our thirst and our appetite! It comes with a big piece of candied bacon, a piece of pickled okra and a jalapeño stuffed olive. The spice level was nice and mild. We wanted to try as much as we could so we played plate roulette. We had to go with the Texas Rueben, the blackened snapper benne and an order of biscuits and jalapeño gravy. The ingenuity and quality of these dishes was next level! Even the hash browns are cooked like a casserole in a cupcake tin! The quality of the meat on the Texas Rueben was just perfect. Smokey with just enough fat and topped with sautéed onions and coleslaw. The fries like the hash browns are next level! Thick cut beef tallow fries make everything all right! The biscuits and gravy were so indulgent and though it is jalapeño gravy it's not too spicy, in fact nothing was overly spicy. The snapper benne was made with fresh fish and went perfectly with the lemony hollandaise sauce. We also had to go full circle and get a huge piece of Mama's hummingbird cake. The server was friendly and attentive even though she was being run ragged. Not a lot of seating inside or out so there is a good chance you're waiting. Absolutely can't wait to come back and slip into another self induced food coma!

Brita R.

I went to The Rooster for lunch with my husband and daughter. I ordered their Curried Chicken Salad. My husband got their Fried Chicken Sandwich. My daughter got their Short Rib Benedict special. My husband and daughter liked their meals. I thought my meal was just ok, just too much mayo in my chicken salad. We sat on their patio outside to eat, which was nice. Our server was nice and personable. Overall, pretty decent experience.

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Laura P.

This time we tried the filet Benedict. The lemon hollandaise was amazing and having it on top the biscuit was a great addition. The only problem was the filet was not cooked at all to what I asked. I did tell the server but had eaten some so no big deal. Fish wings for my bf as he loves those. Took home a cake, dog biscuits and some cookies. All yummy and enjoyed later. Great brunch place near downtown Naples

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Organic food! Best biscuits!! I order the biscuits on line and go pick them up and bring them back to work! Best in town!

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Delicious, home made, everything was perfect. Love the little quiet diner. Wait staff was on point.

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Setting was beautiful, service was top tier, and food was next level. Would recommend.

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Food was excellent had to wait a long time for a table however it was worth it! Excellent location

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Goldies Restaurant

Goldies Restaurant

4.6(467 reviews)
4.0 mi
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Catering service
Gluten-free friendly

I like the chocolate chip pancakes with the fruit cup it's real good. Goldie's is an absolute gem…read morefor breakfast, and the chocolate chip pancakes are on a whole different level--especially with the sauces. The pancakes come out thick, fluffy, and packed with melty chocolate chips, but what really makes them unforgettable is the peanut butter sauce and strawberry sauce. The peanut butter sauce is rich, creamy, and perfectly nutty, adding this warm, indulgent flavor that pairs insanely well with the pancakes. Then the strawberry sauce comes in with a sweet, fruity balance that ties everything together beautifully. Every bite has the perfect mix of fluffy pancake, melted chocolate, and those two sauces working together like magic. It's indulgent without being too much, and you can tell everything is made with care. Goldie's absolutely nails breakfast comfort food, and those chocolate chip pancakes with peanut butter and strawberry sauce are reason enough to keep coming back again and again.

Goldies has had a significant change. Ciro Amato Jr., 60, passed away on March 12, 2025, and was…read morethe original owner of Goldies. We had heard all sorts of rumours about Goldies and the huge changes made. First, we did not know Ciro had passed; second, we heard the staff was gone; third, the food had gone downhill. After Ciro's death, the establishment closed briefly while the ownership was straightened out. This caused the staff to seek employment elsewhere. The food, which includes their famous jams, is still available and still excellent. While not having the first-name basis we enjoyed in the past, the service was spot on. The food was good. I enjoyed my breakfast. The exterior is brand new, while the inside is the same as it ever was. Rest in Peace, Ciro, and may the Perpetual Light Shine Upon You.

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The Rooster - tradamerican - Updated June 2026

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