Really good burgers . Fast friendly place, prices still decent . Mom and pop type . Great menu . We frequently stop here . read more

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Good breakfast reasonably priced. Good wait staff ample parking and a nice country atmosphere

I love this cafe more than anything. I've been coming here since I was a child and every time I want breakfast food, Billy's is my top choice. The service here is amazing, the staff is friendly and inviting. The cafe is located conveniently in Tavares, so very close to Eustis, Leesburg and Astatula. Always a pleasure to visit this restaurant. read more

My visit here was completely by happenstance we were passing by it was time for lunch so we pulled in sorry I didn't find this one on YELP. The restaurant was mostly filled and that's always a good sign especially since I didn't have a chance to check it out prior to arriving. We were seated in a booth in the rear by our server who immediately took our drink orders and promptly returned with her pad in hand ready to take our orders. Basic menu with a few daily specials, one being the cabbage and beef soup, it was highly recommended by our server and homemade for sure. I started with the soup which I must say was outstanding, if it's available try it it's not only unique it's delicious. I also ordered the bacon cheese burger loaded - piled high with fresh sliced tomatoes, lettuce, onion and pickles with mayo on the side - so simple yet this was a great burger. I'd return here without hesitation.... read more

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Enjoyed meeting friends this morning for breakfast at Billy's. Reliable good food (Greek omelet was delicious and well prepared). Servers are congenial and efficient. Two big complaints: the coffee is just terrible. It is very poor quality and leaves a bitter aftertaste. For a restaurant that only serves breakfast and lunch there should be no excuse for this bad coffee. Invest in better quality coffee and charge more if necessary but don't spoil my breakfast with this bad brew. Also, offer real half n half with the coffee and not that hideous artery clogging Coffee Mate. There must be local dairy providers who can fix you up with packaged half n half that doesn't require refrigeration. I want my local non chain restaurants to succeed but I think you can do better Billy's. read more

Hit or miss on service. Have been there and staff was so rude my friend and I walked out without ordering. And other times service has been exceptional. Have to gauge the mood of the wait staff when you walk in. Food is pretty good home style cooking. Pancakes are delicious and keep us coming back. read more

One of the friendliest little cafes in Tavares. If you're looking for a breakfast spot 9/10 Billy's will have what you're hungry for! Try the breakfast bowl, you will NOT regret it! The food is always good! We /DID/ wait about 20-30 minutes before being seated, BUT- we went on a weekend. Always full over the weekends. The staff has an unmatched hospitality, and service couldn't get better; the dining room is a cozy spot to eat in, even if you're sitting in the middle of the walkway. Keep the cartoons on, we love it! lol read more

Good and cheap food! Had pancakes and eggs and sausage. Wife had and omelet, toast orange juice and coffee. All under 20 bux! I'll take it! Server was friendly and efficient. Will return for breakfast or lunch next time! read more

Do you like burnt coffee and sour sausage gravy? Then this is the place for you. I get it, everyone has a bad day, but the waitress told us we were incorrect about the bad coffee and implied the same about sour cream gravy. We'll never be back. read more

We went here for breakfast with a friend. The service was okay. Server was friendly. She did forget tp bring ketchup to the table after she asked if I wanted it, and also when we made the food order, I asked if orange juice could come with the meal and I had to remind her later on. I don't demand perfection, however, just friendliness and a little attention. The food was good. I had a mushroom omelette with home fries and a grilled biscuit (50-cent up-charge). It is a little harder for a place to knock my socks off for breakfast as I make a pretty mean omelette myself. But this was a good meal and I would recommend it for breakfast. read more

The absolute best waffle I've had in ages! Theirs is made with a recipe of malted homemade batter. I had the cherry and pecan waffle, and it was AMAZING! It was soooo good, I'll definitely be a repeat customer. The staff are genuinely friendly, helpful, and make you feel welcomed. read more

i've been there twice within the past two weeks. the food and service are great. the place was packed the last time with people waiting to be seated. despite the crowd, the waitress took our order and it arrived within minutes. i couldn't believe how fast we got served ================================= feedback from other reviews yes, the spread is only fifty percent butter. i didn't use the spread the creamer is coffee mate instead of half and half. i didn't use the coffee mate. however, if you ask they'll bring you a small milk pot and the food (potatoes) is/are a little heavy on the oil. if you have to do lab work, make sure to make your menu selection wisely and my coffee wasn't week; it was full strength and finally, i have to address the yelp questions about parking; no, they don't have street parking, no they don't have a parking garage and yes, they have a parking lot read more

1 fried egg/ bacon/ home fries and marble toast is what I order ever single time I go and the marble toast is our favorite thing. The service is always top notch! Highly recommend it read more

Billy's Cafe - 1 fried egg/ bacon/ home fries and marble toast - Cafes Near Me - Tavares, Florida

I had to get three different cups of coffee because the cups were filthy. Server argued with me saying coffee had just spilled over. I pointed out TWICE that the stain was sticky therefore not fresh. Stay away read more

This is hands down, absolutely the cleanest restaurant that I have ever been to. The food is good. The service is good. What a truly pleasant experience . The one thing that was just fair was the coffee. Not suer why, but it tasted a bit weak and flavorless. Never the less...we will be back again and again. read more

Food is good and fresh. This is a clean local place that has a hometown feel. The plates etc they use needs some updating but the floors and kitchen seem very clean. Our food came out very fast and the server was attentive and on the ball with everything. I will come back for sure. read more

Billy's Cafe - Two egg breakfast - Cafes Near Me - Tavares, Florida

My parents and I go here every Sunday after church. There is usually a short wait, but the food is great, with large portions. The prices are good too. read more

I just love this Place for breakfast, crepes,waffles, eggs, no matter it's all great and fresh food.The staff are all wonderful. read more

It doesn't look like much from the outside. We actually passed it many times not realizing it was a diner. The food is very good and the service is excellent. My husband likes their waffles especially. read more

If you're not and in hurry and don't mind terrible service but the food is good. Our waitress was terrible, as she was taking our order she was looking around not paying attention to us. When I food came finally came it was brought by another waitress(which I know is not unusual). We asked her for more drinks, she disappeared without bring our drinks. I had to get up myself to get my own napkins and ketchup and then go to the counter to get our refills. Our waitress went to all the tables around us and never stopped. Thank goodness for this other waitress that did help out a little, that's who got the trip.. when we were almost finished with our meal our waitress came over to apologize that it took so long, the cooks aren't used to the weekends. Wouldn't that be something to come tell us why we were waiting for our food, not when we were almost finished with our meal. BTW for breakfast we were there an 1 1/2 hours with no wait. That's a little much don't you think . read more

We have driven by on many, many occasions. A friend of ours suggested we stop in, so we did. Restaurant is clean, clean. Service was great! The real star was the food. We actually have been there a couple of times, to make sure our review was correct, and the food is great. Breakfast seems so easy, but most will tell you it is very hard to get it all together properly, and they do. We, and our party, have had crepes, pancakes, waffles and all were very good. I think the biscuits are a little weak, but I've never been a fan of grilling a biscuit. Gravy is very good, as well, but the eggs, whether fried or scrambled, are spot on. We will be making this a regular stop! read more

I don't know why anyone would go to Ihop or Dennis. This place is awesome. Had the pancakes and eggs along with bacon. Everything was great. Also, pancakes are made here on location. Will definitely make this my breakfast place. Ian took good care of us. read more

Dynamite pecan waffles! They were light and fluffy with a slight buttery flavor. Also, the bacon was thick and deliciously crisp. Great place to go for that country diner feel, definitely packed when we went and rightfully so. Service was very attentive! Excited to come back again! read more

Came for breakfast around 11:00. No crowds which was good. Had a delicious veggie omelet with home fries and rye toast. Waitress , Sally, was attentive and prompt with everything. Good prices for a substantial amount of food. Food could have been a little hotter but it was still good. Everything was nice and clean. Nice ambiance. I would come again. read more

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The woman who sat us complained because we asked for a table rather than s booth (we have 2 elderly members in our group). She advised we should have told her before she showed us to the booth, because it was a different waitress. We did! Waffles were crisp! The toppings were out of a can. read more

Billy's Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Tavares, Florida

Had a late breakfast here I had waffle ..came out like warm, asked for butter got oil spread Wife had pancakes., terrible No coffee refills Waitress could care less I'm 81 and almost never leave without tipping server this lady should have tipped me for coming in When hell freezes over I'd rather starve than give this place my business. read more

NEW MENU NEW STAFF REALLY GOOD FOOD Thank you Robert for all you do. This is our spot, please drop in for down home local good cookin and good lookin waitress. read more

Billy's Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Tavares, Florida

My boyfriend and I go here all the time to eat in and take out. We live right down the street and both work nights so our breakfast dates are always amazing at Billy's!!! They know us by now because we always get the same thing. My boyfriend says the grits are his favorite in town and the potatoes are seasoned perfectly!! We never have to wait long or ask for anything. Love Billy's; will always go back!! read more

1st time eating here Awesome breakfast Eggs great Great pancakes Best restaurant bacon ever. Thick large slices cooked perfectly. Great service. I'll definitely be back again read more

Super yummy place! Stopped in here for a simple eggs, sausage and home fries breakfast! Pretty affordable and tasty! My stomach didn't like the sausage, but I have a sensitive stomach so It could just be my sensitive stomach, but I did feel sick later on because of the sausage. Other than that, it was perfect simple breakfast! read more

I have visited this place a couple of times before. The service has always been on the slow side. But today took the cake. I took my son here for breakfast we arrived about 11:10. I ordered a standard breakfast and he ordered a tuna sandwich with fries. Our drink order was taken about 15 minutes and in our order a few minutes after. At 12:15 We asked our server how much longer it would be. She said they would begin to make ours next. There was a table of approximately six people ahead of us yet. We asked for the check for our beverages and said we would be leaving. Our server comped the drinks. There's nothing against the food at this place but the service today was incredibly slow with no explanations. It was no more busier than it usually is. Unfortunately we will not be returning. Mary's country kitchen is the same distance away. We will stick with that place. read more

This is probably my favorite restaurant in orlando!! If you want to experience delicious breakfast, you can go this cafe. Maybe you will not disappointed :) read more

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Great homemade feel... Good prices... Staff is very nice and accommodating Quick service... Only thing is we went yesterday and it was closed...??? I hope it's not closed for good;( We had a large party and they figured something out for us so quick... we didn't have to wait at all Great food read more

Great spot. Particularly if you like blintz, pancakes etc I got an omelet. Asked for special omelet, you know, just certain ingredients from various omelets and I was charged extra. Atypical Lots of locals and regulars it would appear. The server was friendly and food was good and I'd go back again. Give it a try read more

Drove by to my wife's new job and looked like the kind of place we like, AND We did ! I had Pancakes and sausage and it was excellent! pancakes were light and fluffy and you could tell they were homemade with a hint of Vanilla, coffee cup was constantly filled, Wife had Eggs with cheese and bacon. she always asked for bacon crisp and English Muffin on the grill, both were cooked perfectly which isnt always the case at other places. After the meal we went to respective rest rooms. and let me tell you, we both came out and raved how sparkling clean they were ! I have been in high end restaurants that were not nearly as shiny as these were. Only teeny tiny complaint was the teeny tiny containers the " buttery cream" came in, I understand serving loose butter mean a lot get tossed, but was a little embarrasing having a dozen empty containers on table. oh and the home fries which were delicious could have used a sprinkle of peprika :) Highly recommend read more

I've been here probably 15 times, and it's easily the best breakfast in the area. I've never seen faster service or a cleaner restaurant. The home fries are especially noteworthy. I'm not really a waffle guy but they have a huge selection of homemade waffles and crepes that seem to be a big draw. Can't go wrong. read more

First time here and will definitely go back. Tried crepes. They are delicious. Very clean and friendly. And servers wear masks.

I am a local Tavares resident and have been going to Billy's cafe for breakfast for years! Its actually like a scene out of the movie groundhogs day as the menu and the prices are the same day after day after day which is actually a good thing! Tough to beat the really good sized breakfast options and reasonable prices and great service anywhere else! Try the triple stack of Blueberry pancakes with whipped cream and tell me if your stomach is not delighted :-P The home fries potatoes that come with the vast choices of omelettes are also a excellent choice. Quality Food and nice portions for reasonable prices with great service makes Billy's cafe a great choice to make me want to return to again and again :-) read more

Tried this cute little place and was not disappointed!!! So delicious! Staff was kind and friendly. The food was extremely quick and yummy! Very kid friendly and a great atmosphere. Would definitely eat here again. I strongly recommend it:). read more

A reliable breakfast! With friendly staff. We had omelets with crispy hash browns. I asked that the broccoli be sautéd a little bit more as I don't like it too raw in the omelet. No problem! Coffee was good, hot and generously poured. In the past I've had their pancakes, of which they have many variations. Very good as well. read more