One of my favorite cafes in Tampa !!!! The food is very well made & the staff is friendly and efficient. If you go here, get beignets cause why not? Their ranch chicken club is my favorite lunch items. The home fries are very yummy. If you're feeling something sweet for breakfast, Shelly's pancakes are the way to go ! read more

Great food, clean & cute room, good service. Had the ham and egg "sandwich". Pancakes were nice and light. We will be back!

My friend and i just wrapped up our weekend trip and were looking for a close by place to eat. To our surprise, Shellys was right down the road. As soon as we entered, the kind workers greeted us and we immediately were seated. We chose what we wanted to eat, as seen in the photos below, and our waitress brought it out in about five minutes. My food was delicious, however, my friend requested no bananas and it came with them. Also, she had commented her eggs did not taste right. Dont let this deter you from stopping in, I would recommend it for anyone who wants great food in a friendly environment. read more

Shelly's Cafe - Shellys french toast combo with sausage and scrambled eggs - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Tampa, Florida

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Walking in can be a little intimidating because there's not a host desk right upon entering, but everyone that walked in was immediately greeted and guided to a table. My server was the sweetest and gave great suggestions. I ordered fluffy buttermilk pancakes, which had powdered sugar and butter on the side. I also ordered cheesy eggs and homestyle potatoes. The potatoes are extremely flavorful and really cooked well you can taste the freshness. I also ordered beignets which were fried to perfection. read more

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Was in Tampa and looking to support a local business with good fresh hot breakfast. Well, I received just that! Staff was very friendly and attentive. Owner was kind and thanked us for our business I had a basic but very filling breakfast of banana nut pancakes. Light fluffy and golden brown. Bonus points for having sugar free syrup and flavored individual creamers along with half and half creamers Coffee was nice and strong and fresh Would come back again for sure! read more

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The place lived up to my expectations and what I was told. Great fresh donuts ( beignets), great breakfast items. Service on point. A must try place read more

Best pancakes ever!!! Really great breakfast food!!! Great service and fairly priced!

My wife had Blueberry pancakes Berries on top as well as in the pancake looks fantastic she says so good!! Daughter has French toast with fruit on top looks amazing and she loved it. I had the 3 meat omelette and it was one of the best. I would say if you're in the area and need some breakfast stop in fantastic food and the service was excellent. read more

Shelly's has easily become a favorite of mine. I come here regularly and try to eat lunch on the weekdays if I'm free to hit up the weekday only specials. They only serve grits on the weekends, but they're one of the tastiest and creamieat savory grits around town! My go to entrees are the chicken & pancakes as well as the hamburger. Customer service is always great here. read more

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Food is Amazing as always. I love pancakes and grit. Best of best !. I higly recommend this place

Not sure what the deal is here, we stopped for breakfast and it was busy but there was several empty tables, we were told by the waitress to sit down and any open table, so we did, then the "manager" came out and made us get up apologized but said there is a waiting list, so we walked outside and no one was there, so we left. And won't return read more

This is our first time at Shellys café. The waitress was very attentive. Our waitress was very attentive. I ordered the pancakes with strawberry banana and blueberry on it even though that was not a menu item. My husband ordered the eggs, bacon, toast, and grits combo and he devoured it! My only critique, is that it is a small restaurant, but they have decorated it with various types of artwork. You should give it a try! read more

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I love the local breakfast cafes but it's always a gamble on the wait as so many have limited seating. We were lucky to be seated quickly but the crowd began forming up soon after, just before noon. Hostess/waiter was very nice throughout. The menu was breakfast and lunch but the selections were limited in number. Mostly pancakes, omelets, three salad types, and a few sandwiches... My wife chose the chicken sandwich with fries, which she enjoyed, I chose the three meat omelet was good, as well. My omelet came with very mediocre pre-formed potatoes and average rye toast. What happened to real home-fried potatoes? Seems like I'm always surprised by the bill. $30 including the tip for breakfast consisting of eggs, potatoes, chicken, and bread. Pros, friendly service, cons, seemed like a lot of $ for very basic staple items... read more

What a great find. We had just talked about great breakfast joints can be found in a strip mall. The portions were huge. If you like fruit go for the Shellie's French toast. The beignets were warm and delicious. The young man serving us was great and very knowledgeable about the menu and helped us make great choices. read more

I would give 0 stars if i could. the lady that was working today April 30th at 11 am was unprofessional. i called the store and she hanged up on my face multiple times. she even called the police and told them i was screaming in there when i wasnt. she is a very bad person made me feel like the business doenst care about customers and that anyone can kick anyone out just because they dont meet eye to eye that is totally unprofessional read more

I wanted to like this place especially with all the great reviews but-- no can do. The food was average, nothing I couldn't do better myself, at home. The bacon was cheap and paper thin. The home potatoes lacked flavor. The French toast was boring but expensive. No secret recipes used in this place. Even the fries were short and over fried--you know, when they are hard, dark and greasy. A hard pass. read more

Great little place where the food was delicious and the service was fantastic! Blueberry pancakes, chocolate Chip pancakes and French toast had great flavor and my eggs (over easy) were cooked perfectly! read more

The restaurant is small and clean. Service was great. I had the egg combo and it was good. But, other breakfast spots have more options for less money. read more

Perfect breakfast place if you are in the area. We learned they have been open for about 4 years now. The owners fathers helps run the place and both servers there this morning did an amazing job! The food was on point too. Best home fries around! The pancakes, omelettes and BLT were delicious! The fruit plate side is worth the $1 up charge and comes with a side of caramel sauce. The service was great, food delicious and atmosphere made you feel comfortable. read more

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A really refreshing little breakfast spot with the best fruit i've ever had! I got shelly's french toast combo with sausage and home fries while my partner got the chicken and pancakes plus a side of beignets. I don't know how they do it, but every piece of fruit tasted so fresh and delicious, the bananas especially were the perfect ripeness and almost had a creamy texture. The toast itself was fluffy and not too sweet. The hashbrowns and sausage were also great too, I like the way they cook them where there's a very light crisp on the outside but a super rich inside. The beignets were really satisfying, also not too sweet and nice and warm, if you like funnel cake you're guaranteed to love these. Overall if you're looking for a simple but very well done breakfast, I highly recommend this place! read more

Shelly's Cafe - Shellys french toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Tampa, Florida

First off Stephanie was a awesome waitress. Coffee was amazing as well. Great size oh Omelette Was good size, and the home fries are like chips that are delicious. I highly recommend Shelly's. Everyone very nice, with a great atmosphere. read more

Cute place in Good Food. Service was excellent. I had the ham and egg sandwich, which is served on pancakes. Yum!

When we arrived there was a little bit of a wait as the restaurant was completely full. The food was good and the fruit was fresh, which I always really appreciate. A single order of beignets provided a good size serving that multiple people can share. They were very good. My husband was hoping to order Steak and Eggs, but we found when we arrived that it is no longer offered on the menu. He was also hoping for fresh squeezed OJ, but that wasn't available either. Overall, the food and service were good but it did feel a bit crowded and the menu was typical (with the exception of the beignets). read more

This place doesn't have a gluten gluten free menu, however the waitress submitted my toast for tomato slices. It worked for me. The food was pretty good. Pretty basic omelette. The home fries were yummy. They wait staff was very good. No fancy decor or anything, but if you're looking for a decent breakfast, they have something you would like! read more

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I can't believe I never knew about this place! I was nervous to go during lunch time on a Sunday since it is usually a busy time for brunch but we were able to get right in and receive our food quickly. The sandwich pancake was honestly the best breakfast sandwich I've ever had. I literally can't stop thinking about it. Just something about the cheese on the pancake with eggs and ham is a combination I never knew I needed. I will definitely be back again to try more! Everything looked so delicious, service was great, and prices were awesome. I would definitely recommend checking it out! read more

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Breakfast in Tampa has to be enjoyed at Shelly's Cafe. The have a secrets menu and the one item you gotta try is the grits. But there is a special way to order this item. Say "I'll have a big a$$ bowl of grits". You will thank me gif this tip. The staff is always friendly and the Head Waiter Cameron, always makes time for a nice conversation. All the good is super delicious, great price, clean restrooms and easy parking. Now go visit! read more

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Two visits, a Saturday mid morning, very busy: Monday, Kate morning, a bit less busy. Perfect 10. Service, staff, food, attention, cleanliness, follow ups,. What a great place. Staff never slows down, but never seems rushed. Party of two ordered different meals. Not one thing to fuss about. Kitchen staff awesome preparation, presentation. Closed on Tuesday s. Not a chain, but my goodness, so Well Run it's a delightful place to eat. read more

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the lady that helped us was SO cute and so sweet. they helped us as soon as we got in and made the environment so cozy for us to be in. the food was also so yummy and as soon as my friend and i got our food, we stopped talking for a solid 5 minutes. such sweet people, such yummy food!! read more

Visiting from out of town and was looking for a Breakfast spot for the family and came across Shelly's cafe. We choose this place because my daughter wanted to try beignets. Went on a Saturday at Noon and there was no wait. The servers were welcoming and friendly and got us seated right away. Our orders came out fast. Food was delicious. Service was great. It was clean. The new owner came out to talk to us which was nice. Felt very homey. I love a place with great service. Definitely recommend Shelly's cafe. We will definitely be back when we visit again. read more

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Nice cafe. Easy parking. Good food. Great service! A few of us went there for breakfast. I'd recommend getting there early as the place starts to get crowded as the morning progresses. read more

We met up with a friend for brunch before heading back to Jax from a wedding. We went inside and since the vaccine was in its infancy we decided to eat outside. The strawberry lemonade taste like heaven in a mason jar. The fresh berries and the tartness of the lemonade made everything taste just a little bit better. I got a sausage, egg and cheese sandwich and E got an omelet with delicious potatoes. The server shared her favorite dishes and was an absolute delight. When we roll through Tampa again Shelly's a definitely a spot to visit. read more

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So glad I found this gem. The food was absolutely amazing as far as flavor and freshness. We enjoyed everything we got it actually came out pretty quickly and our waitress was friendly and attentive. Though they didn't have grits which for me is a southern breakfast staple Id definitely go back and recommend any one visit for a great breakfast at a great price. read more

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We found Shelly's Cafe on a google search for great breakfast places in Tampa. It is absolutely great!! Coffee was hot with flavored creamer available. We had the Florida Pancakes and the Banana Nut French Toast--get the combo because the sausage and home fries are delicious. The service was top notch--Francis and Cameron were wonderful and attentive! Thank you for a great start to our day :) read more

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So nice to stumble across this charming cafe not far from my husband's workplace. We arrived shortly after 10am for brunch. Shelly's Cafe did not disappoint. I had the Ranch Chicken Club sandwich with home fries. My husband opted for the Tampa Omelette with home fries and wheat toast. The cafe was super clean, adorable and comfortable. The staff was friendly and efficient. They are open for breakfast and lunch and Closed on Tuesdays. I believe this may be one of my husband's new "go to" lunch spots during the work week. We would definitely recommend eating here only if you like excellent, delicious food, superb service, all in a wonderful atmosphere. Food details: Tampa Omelette: ham, green pepper, onions, mushroom and cheese. Ranch Chicken Club sandwich: grilled chicken tenders, bacon, cheese, lettuce and ranch served on toasted brioche bread. Delish! read more

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Before getting deep into decorating nourishment is required. Shelly's provided a full menu of choices that all were winners. Although the buttermilk pancakes were delicious the show stealer were the home fries that were well seasoned and cooked to perfection. No ketchup, salt or pepper is needed just a fork or fingers. A nap was needed afterwards because it was like a home cooked meal. The wait staff were efficient and for me that makes or breaks a dining experience. Watching them perform in the small venue was a show in itself. This was my first but not last time here lunch will be next. read more

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I am always on the search for breakfast and brunch spots. I've had only a little success. Then I found Shelly's Cafe. We got there around 10:30am and it was packed! We decided to eat outside with a gorgeous view of the strip mall parking lot. No matter. We were quickly greeted by our waiter Gio, who turned out to be amazing. Very friendly and he kept our drinks full in the Florida heat. I decided to try the Shelly's French Toast, eggs and bacon. The eggs were cooked perfectly and the bacon was done with the perfect amount of crispness! The French Toast was something to behold. Covered in fruit and dusted with powdered sugar, this was the best I've ever had. Added a touch of maple syrup and I was a happy man! Afterwards the owner asked how the meal was...we told him it was fantastic, he bowed and walked away...and just like that our perfect meal was over. Highly recommend this place. Don't sleep on it. One suggestion is to get there early. You won't be disappointed! read more

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**FRESH, HOT BEIGNET'S MADE HERE** *Located in a shopping center* EXCELLENT customer service!! Cameron is a Rockstar!! Wow, super great at anticipating what you'd like and then exceeding expectations. Flavored creamers available yay!! (for people like me who like a little coffee with their creamer) Everything looks delicious, I will go ahead and say that everything will be delicious because they will make sure you get a perfect meal! THE ORDER: -2 coffee's -Veggie omelet with potatoes and raisin toast ( nicely buttered) side of crispy bacon - 2 egg combo with bacon, rye toast, and tomato slices - Cameron suggested the beignet's (nice and hot!) If this restaurant was close to my house we'd eat here all the time! Bon Appétit read more

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Was pleasantly surprised how much we like the food. Prices were reasonable and restaurant was clean. Only complaint was waitress did not come back with drink refills. Will definitely go back as she was young and probably does not realize coffee refills is a must read more

Shelly's Cafe - Beignets. Really tasty and warm - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Tampa, Florida

Shelly's Cafe is everything a locally owned and operated small business restaurant is supposed to be: quality customer service, owner on site, specialized regional offerings (the grits), and attention to detail. I had breakfast here this morning and was pleased with the eggs--over medium-- and the sides were hot and nicely portioned. Great local restaurant...please support Shelly's read more

Excellent family restaurant. Everyone's food looked delish, fresh bright fruit, crispy potatoes & a bag of where they order their grits so it's not boxed Cracker Barrel type. Very cute artsy decor & friendly servers. The older gentleman seating customers was very accommodating & while people waited outside he brought them coffee. Awesome! Ordered the Steak & Eggs, 2 Eggs Combo w/ Bacon, Crispy Chicken & Pancakes, Turkey Bacon Pancake Sandwich! Absolutely delicious home cooking! I highly recommend all four. read more