The owner is the kindest, most joyful man! I was greeted with BIG smiles and great energy as I arrived to pick up a big takeout order. Indoor dining space is small, but the food is so worth it - order a bit of everything, take it home, and try something new is my advice. I'm Puerto Rican [grew up and lived there my whole life until young adulthood], so I can tell you this food is AUTHENTIC. Everything else we ordered was mostly fritters for a get-together, and EVERY single empanada was made-to-order and crunchy. We tried the crab/shrimp, beef, cubana. They were all TOP. Juiiiicy, with plenty fillings and a good size. Homemade taste was obvi. So tasty, every single one. We both wish our tripleta sandwiches had more noticeable "mayo-ketchup" pink sauce, though, to better balance the meats. But! Those meats were JUICY perfection in thay beautifully-caramelized crunchy-yet-soft fresh bread -- great size, too. My only disappointments were the yuca con mojo and sancocho soup. The yuca was oily & didn't have that traditional garlicky flavor and texture I'm used too. Felt too soggy and somewhat bland. The sancocho had good flavor, but way too thin -- not the traditionally hearty, root-vegetable-filled goodness I know and love. It was more of a gandules/bean soup w/ beef pieces than anything. I had ordered it thinking if my fiber intake and as a great veggie side dish, so I was a little sad. Still, all the food was great tasting, fresh, and just like a family member cooked it all for us. Best of all, customer service is *STAR* quality. So please, come and support this GREAT local business! We're def coming back. PS. They had a gorgeous coquí [local little toad] and garita 3-D-printed art, along other trinkets on display, which you can purchase and take home! read more

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Great little Puerto Rican place with excellent Cuban Sandwiches. Also Ordered sweet fried plantains and they were done perfect. We tried the yuca and onions and it was delicious. Owner and the employee were very friendly. Definitely worth the visit read more

AJ’s Breakfast Club - Cuban sandwich and plantains. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seminole, Florida

SOLID 5 STARS! What can I say? I walked in. I ordered. I was served. I ate. I left. It sounds so ordinary, but my meal was nothing but ordinary. I ordered two eggs sunny side up, sausage, bacon, and breakfast potatoes ($14.45). Everything was just right. The sunny side up eggs were glistening and perfectly fried, the bacon was easily 10 inches long and had no grease, the breakfast potatoes were brown and crunchy just the way I like them, and the sausage was spicy and tasty. In-N-Out in 25 minutes with time to go to the clean nuetral gender restroom as well. The small venue only has about four or five 2 person tables, most of their businesses is to go. But don't let that stop you! This is a great place to break your fast! Discount if paying cash. Upside App users get cash back. read more

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Food, service and ambiance are a 5/5. I've been here twice now and as soon as you walk in the food smells delicious and everything looks clean. The people who work there are very warm and friendly as well. The empanadas are my favorite. They are big in size and packed with meat. Highly recommend! read more

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AJ's Breakfast Club has been a hit for us! It all started with my coworkers and I ordering through Uber Eats. Every time, the food is flavorful, and the portions are no joke! One time, something I ordered wasn't available, and he personally called me three times to make sure I had options. He went above and beyond, no question. The food is always tasty. I also found out he caters--and I'm hoping to have him cater my friend's wedding. We'll see! My friends are actually going in this weekend, so I'll get a report. As for me, it's been Uber Eats every time--and no regrets! read more

If you've never had Puerto Rican food before than I suggest you start with the pork chops and rice & beans. This place is so authentic. Second time here I tired the lasagna made with plantains instead of pasta. It made it sweeter but still delicious. I also had a bacon, egg & cheese sandwich on some Cuban bread pressed. It was so big I had the second half the next day. read more

We came here on a whim. Just driving by looking for a place to eat, saw AJ's, and turned in. Boy are we glad we did! I had the beef stew over rice, my husband had a Cuban sandwich, and we split a chicken empanada. The Cuban was fantastic. The empanada was wonderful. But the real winner was the beef stew. Comfort food for the soul. So much flavor. Tastes like my grandma cooked it on a Sunday for a family dinner - not the garbage you get in a chain restaurant. The owner (A from "AJ") greeted us when we walked in. He was so welcoming and friendly, talking to everyone as they ordered. We will absolutely be putting this place in our rotation when we're in town. 10/10 cannot recommend enough. read more

AJ's is a hole in the wall with amazing Puerto Rican/Cuban food. My husband got the short ribs with some sides while I got the Tripleta sandwich and our friend got the Cuban sandwich. I had some of my husband's short ribs, which were so flavorful and tender! The Tripleta was one of the best sandwiches I had and perfectly balanced. Our friend said the Cuban was super good as well. The reason AJ's is called AJ's is because it's headed up by a husband/wife duo and his first name starts with A while hers starts with J. We got to chat with the husband who was extremely friendly and gave awesome recs. It felt like chatting with friends at home. The only thing that was missing was some wine! Great time - we're coming back to try the empanadas next :) read more

AJ’s Breakfast Club - Tripleta sandwich - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seminole, Florida

This is a great cafe for breakfast or lunch. Very friendly staff. We wanted a dog-friendly place for brunch close to the field where my daughter had her away soccer game. I found AJ's on yelp. What a great find! There were 4 of us and a dog. We planned on eating outdoors, but AJ offered to let us eat indoors, with the dog as long as he behaved. He even pulled together two tables for us. What friendly service! I had a cafe con leche and an empanada. They were delicious. My daughter had a Cuban sandwich, and it was very good. I'd happily return if in the area. read more

AJ's Breakfast Club in Seminole, Florida is an absolute gem! The Puerto Rican cuisine is superb--rich, authentic flavors, tasty sauces, and that unmistakable attention to detail that makes every plate feel like it was made just for you. This is the kind of food that brings comfort, joy, and a whole lot of sabor. Do not miss this place. Truly, make sure you come. The atmosphere is welcoming, the food is unforgettable, and you might even find a cousin sitting right there enjoying it too! AJ's is the real deal--highly recommend! read more

Enjoyed breakfast today. We will definitely be back. Food was SO yummy. Thank you Antonio read more

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Excellent food. Excellent staff. Very authentic. Food was super tasty. Tried alittle bit of everything all hit the spot!! Great job

An unexpected treat! I spent the weekend at Treasure Island and was searching for a breakfast spot. There were a dozen choices in either direction when I noticed that one place was Puerto Rican and locked in on that with my sights set on a cuban sandwich with cafe con leche. It was a quick drive to AJ's on Alt. 19 via the Tom Stuart Causeway. They were just opening at 8am. Husband and wife owners Antonio and Jabnia were there with chef Hector. Very friendly and pleasant people who moved to Florida about 7 years ago after hurricane Maria. The place was neat and clean with indoor and outdoor dining. They serve sandwiches, hot food and a host of traditional favorites. As many of you know, I am very finicky when it comes to my cuban sandwich, with the perfect balance of ingredients more desirable to me than bulkiness or creativity. They brought me a Tampa Cuban made the way I like it, satisfying my fastidious nature. High marks for that! The right bread, pickles, mustard, ham, pork and salami perfectly balanced, pressed and charred. I also got the wife an empanada and an alcapurria. While I may never see them again since I live very far away, I was delighted to find a "perfect" cuban sandwich and to reminisce about our life and times in Puerto Rico. Come get you some. read more

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to say this was a wonderful experience would be an understatement because the hospitality, energy, and kindness AJ's brings exceeds all expectations. they truly make you feel like family and i've never been treated with such kindness as a customer at a restaurant and that is truly what sets this place apart. my friend and i stumbled upon AJ's and it turned out to be the best thing to happen to us on our trip. we definitely will be back before we leave and tell all our local friends. thank you so much AJ's!! read more

Came in with my family, food was phenomenal. Antonio treated us like family, never stopped smiling! 100% recommend coming here.

Best PR food outside of PR! The owner is amazing!! Breakfast 10/10! Steak sandwich 10/10! Very authentic!!

This was a 10/10 breakfast! My boyfriend and I are visiting from out of town and I noticed AJ's had great reviews. The service was top notch. Even the soda cans were delivered to our table with a cup of ice. When I realized they had coffee and went up to order one he said we should've ordered from the table so our food didn't get cold. If I lived here I'd be here all the time! Very cute and casual ambiance with tables outside for doggie parents. read more

AJ’s Breakfast Club - Great Sausage, Egg & Cheese Sandwich - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seminole, Florida

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The ambiance was excellent as always and the food amazing. Service great as always. HIGHLY recommend the ribs and yucca. Sweet plantain are also amazing. Enjoy! read more

AJ’s Breakfast Club - Ribs and yucca amazing! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seminole, Florida

A New "Hidden Gem" in Seminole directly across the street from TJ Maxx/Sprouts on Seminole Blvd @ 72nd Ave offering Puerto-Rican Island Themed Cuisine! (Formerly Tony's Latin Cravings) A small very clean & quaint breakfast & lunch spot that is BIG on flavor and boasting with Friendliness! A few tables inside and a few outside, carry-out, delivery and even catering. Plenty of parking in the rear, front or side of the main building. They put all their love into the culinary offerings & espresso coffee drinks and it shows. We had stopped in for Brunch after reading some rave reviews on F/B (like their page) getting breakfast sandwiches, a ham, egg & cheese for her and a sausage, egg & cheese for me both with breakfast roasted potatoes. All I can say is if you love Cuban Bread, Cuban or Puerto Rican food - this should be on your "Short List" of new places to try in the Seminole/Beaches/PP area. It's come as you are casual and very affordable. The staff is super friendly and even offered us a sample while waiting for our orders and all was just so delicious. We ate outside "al-fresco" style on Seminole Blvd listening to Island themed reggae music playing softly in the background, making a great Saturday morning meal! Cannot wait to get back to try their Cuban Sandwich, or their specially crafted hamburger featuring Chorizo & Onion and many other island tings! A moderately priced casual dining experience with mouth tantalizing flavors fresh from the islands! read more

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First time dining at AJ's Breakfast Club but it is now on my list of "Go To" restaurants. The friendly owner helped us decide which dishes to try. I had the 1-1-1 lunch with tasty rice, fork tender pork chop and sweet plantains. DELICIOUS! After trying one bite of my husband's Tripleta sandwich I will be ordering that on my next visit. Hopefully soon! read more

After eating their food I was MAD! Yes, mad that I didn't find this gem sooner. Food is on point. Talked to the chef a bit, everything is made from scratch. When you walk in and feel like you're family. Pro Tip: Most parking is in the back, but no worries, just a few steps and your tastebuds are in heaven. AJ's is definitely added to my dinning rotation. read more

Wanted something local and found this place. Three words...oh my gosh! This place is a hidden gem. The food was Amazing! Had pork chunks that were like lechon with rice and two eggs over easy with the crab and shrimp empanada! My lady had the pastrami sandwich. Best food ever! And met the owner....fantastic guy! Everything was fresh and seasoned well! Would eat here everyday if I could. If you're ever in the area...come try this place. I'm telling you..friendly people and fantastic food! 5 stars! Great job guys!! read more

A small, very clean piece of Puerto Rican paradise! Their Cuban sandwiches and empanadas are amazing, but the true gems are the sandwich de bistec and their bread pudding with a coconut and guava sauce!!! The steak in the sandwich is so tender and flavorful, mixed with all the perfect toppings to make this your favorite sandwich ever. Their bread pudding is different to any I have ever had. The bread is cut into little cubes and fried, after having tried it this way I wonder why all bread pudding is not made like this. And the sauce for it is incredibly wonderful. I would love it on ice cream and so many other desserts. This is a small family business that takes tremendous pride in their product, food that is fresh and full of flavor. Antonio and Hector make you feel like you are family and that you've known them all of your life! I cannot say enough compliments about the food and the people that prepare them! Don't put this on your "someday" to do list, you should RUN, do not walk to try this place! read more

Great service and friendly people! Food was tasty! Will certainly go back! Pancakes were delicious. Just a nice surprise to have a good conversation and meal ! read more

The food, service and atmosphere here is excellent and delicious. I came from Tx. yo visit this place and I love it. read more

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Great addition in the area! There's not that many Puertorrican restaurants around and of those few, this one offers genuine PR cuisine. The place has limited indoor sitting but looks very clean and also has outdoor sitting. Food looks freshly cooked and the menu is not overwhelming. My daughter and I enjoyed their friendly atmosphere and service. The owners explained that they are still occasionally changing few items on their menu based on what customers like the most and also listened my suggestions about offering vegan options. They let us try some samples of their menu to help us decide what to order. By the way, their bread (krack) pudding is to die for!! Definitely much better than the typical bread pudding! My picky daughter loved all of it! She had arroz con gandules (rice mixed with pigeon peas), chicken stew and tostones (green fried plantains). Prices were reasonable as well. I highly recommend this place to anyone who wants a good puertorrican meal. read more

One the BEST Cuban sandwiches I've had in many years! This man put love into this sandwich and told me he cooks the Pernil for 3hrs, so much flavor from the cheese to the pickles to the sauces and the Pernil omgg it was cooked to perfection! The chef/owner is very sweet and welcoming, a part of me felt like I was home will definitely be back!! read more

AJ’s Breakfast Club - Cuban sandwich - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seminole, Florida

Great new addition to the breakfast/lunch scene in the Seminole area. The minute you walk in you know you're in for a treat, the aroma's are wonderful and the owner greets you and is very helpful with any of you questions. I had the "chicken of the day" (chicken stew) with rice and beans and I was thoroughly impressed. The flavors were wonderful and the portions were ample without being too much. My wife had the pork, rice and plantains which, was also very tasty. While it's probably more take out, at this time, we ate inside and enjoyed the atmosphere while chatting with the owner and the chef. Certainly, worth trying and we will be back. read more

Great find! Restaurant is clean. Antonio (owner) is welcoming and charming. Food was very good. Bread pudding is a must have, regardless of time of day. We feel lucky to have found this gem. read more

First time here! Googled breakfast and brunch, this was an amazing find!! Awesome service and fantastic food!! Tasty& I can't even finish the sandwich!! read more

We got lucky and found this cute little Puerto Rican spot! We came here for breakfast and it was delicious! We honestly felt like we were in Puerto Rico. Forgot I was in Florida for a second, lol. The service was great. The restaurant was clean & quaint. Good for them. Glad we stopped in to eat here. read more

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Nice, but Limited Breakfast AJ's is a small diner with Puerto Rican food. The breakfast menu is quite limited. I had the egg/ham/toast plate and a café con leche. The scrambled eggs were pretty flat and should have been fluffier. The ham was thin-sliced deli ham which isn't my favorite. Nevertheless, it was nicely seared and had good flavor. The bread was traditional Cuban style and quite nice. The café con leche was very good. Prices were a little high. I'd be happy to stop in for an order of toast and café con leche, but I wouldn't return for a full breakfast. read more

My new favorite breakfast place. I've never had a better coffee and a breakfast sandwich. 1 hour drive will not stop me from driving back to that wonderful spot read more

Pork chop rice n beans, sweet plantains. Wifey got the chicken. If I could eat the bone of the pork chop I would. Try the Sancocho (stew of chicken, pork, and steak) it's sooooo much flavor!!! 10 of 10!! read more

AJ’s Breakfast Club - Pork chop rice n beans, sweet plantains. Wifey got the chicken. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seminole, Florida

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Si estas en el area, no subas pa' Tampa u Orlando buscando comida Boricua. Acabo de comerme el plato de Arroz con habichuelas, bistec en salsa y tostones con mayokechu mas duro de central Florida. Y como besito pinta'o se queda corta al lado mio, me comí también un sandwich de pastrami que me hizo sentir como si estuviese comprándole a la guaguita alfrente de la intermedia en PR. Durísima la comida, y los caballeros detrás del counter y en la cocina super afuego y amigable que se siente en el ambiente. 10/5 read more

What a fabulous find! We were in the area for a few hours and went to AJ's after reading reviews here. The five stars we gave were an easy choice! The owner and the cook were happy, friendly and attentive! The eggs were cooked perfectly, ham and bacon beautifully cooked and the pancakes were excellent! The entire space, restrooms included, were sparkling clean, and the coffee was fabulous! Five stars very much deserved!! read more

Steak,egg,white American cheese on a Cuban Blown away with the flavors!!!!! Had an espresso to top it off. Found my new weekly spot! The owner was super nice as well. read more

Came in here for lunch on 18 February 2025. Food was excellent. The service was very attentive. The place is very clean. I will be coming back. read more

Delicious food! And such friendly people! A must try! Got the breakfast. Potatoes were great and the cornmeal mix we got to try was delicious! read more

Aj was a solid dude. Good food and good service. Empanadas were slamming! And his home made spicy ketchup was delish paired with the empanadas! Thanks for running a solid smaller personal good spot. read more