Whether you want a quick plate of eggs or a leisurely morning with pastries and coffee, these are our readers’ favorite places for breakfast. Here are the restaurants TAMPA Magazine readers voted Best Breakfast in our 2026 Best Restaurants List, along with the runners-up and the spots voters also loved.
Winners
La Croisette
The French-born Roche family took over this St. Pete Beach breakfast spot in 2020, adding croissants made with French butter, crepes and croque madame to the menu. The pancakes that made the former Beverly’s a local fixture are still on it.
- Crisp Waffle Company
- Metro Diner
Runners-Up
- Clear Sky Beachside Cafe
- Keke’s Breakfast Cafe
- Mighty Fine
Voters Also Loved
- SuperNatural Food & Wine
- The Brunchery Restaurant and Catering
- The Frog Pond
Breakfast in Tampa Bay
Tampa Bay’s breakfast scene runs from classic diners and neighborhood cafes to French-style bakeries and beachside spots. Many serve breakfast all day, and weekend mornings can bring a wait at the most popular tables, so arrive early or check whether the restaurant takes reservations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best breakfast in Tampa?
In TAMPA Magazine’s 2026 Best Restaurants List, readers named Crisp Waffle Company, La Croisette and Metro Diner the winners for Best Breakfast. Clear Sky Beachside Cafe, Keke’s Breakfast Cafe and Mighty Fine were the runners-up.
How were the winners chosen?
The results are based entirely on votes from TAMPA Magazine readers in our annual Best Restaurants contest. Advertising has no bearing on the results.
Where can I find the other categories?
See every category on our 2026 Best Restaurants List, or browse the newest results on our Best Restaurants List.
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