While we were here, the locals were flooding in, which is a good sign. I had biscuit and sausage gravy with a side of bacon, and coffee. The food was great! Service was great! Good prices. The Caf is connected to a Chevron station, so that explains the comments I read about the atmosphere. Still, it seems like they could do a little more to make the place more inviting. All in all, it reminds me of a place you might visit way out in the country, or near a bait shop by the lake. The focus is on the food. read more

They do the basics, but they do them very well. The biscuits are amazing, the fried chicken is very good. It's very cheap as well which is always a plus. Highly recommend read more

Old and not so great looking but good greasy fried chicken. Great breakfast. Get it to go if the place looks bad to you.

Hidden gem in my home town recommended by another local! *** Chicken, egg & cheese biscuit the best breakfast sandwich I've had in a long time! read more

The Caf - Chicken, egg & cheese biscuit the best breakfast sandwich I've had in a long time! - American Near Me - Santa Rosa Beach, Florida

Great hot food for a great price! I paid $11.10 for 2 meals, one with 3 tenders and fries and the other with 2 (basically 3 because it was a huge combined tender) tenders and fries! Pleasantly surprised with the delicious taste, and nice people there too. Only downside is that there is no seating open and they did not have a wide variety of sides available. Edit: Went back the next morning for breakfast!! Gravy tastes homemade, biscuits nice and moist, good bacon and sausage and eggs. read more

The Caf - Chicken tenders and fries - American Near Me - Santa Rosa Beach, Florida

Well, we were excited about trying this place, since there were good reviews. It is a facility I would have turned right back around and left, if the food reviews hadn't been good. We walked in, and the lady was less then polite...I gave her the benefit of the doubt, but she continued to be abrupt and plain rude. We were the only ones in there, and she acted annoyed with us.... we should have walked out. They had Sunday lunch "specials", and I saw on the board that breakfast was only until 10:30 am. I asked her about the lunch special, and she exasperatedly responded that they only serve breakfast today. (Turned out she was very courteous and friendly to two parties who came in behind us, sooooo??????) We went ahead and ordered, and the plates looked like slop($7.53). I thought about the reviews I'd read, and I hoped for these best. Sadly, there is not much positivity to share. The grits were undercooked and crunchy with zero butter or salt...the eggs were cold and hard...the gravy had no flavor or salt and was extremely runny...the bacon was cooked perfectly, but was extremely salty...that leaves the biscuit! At least there was one positive thing about this place! That's why I gave it a one star....if possible, it would've been a zero star if it weren't for the biscuits. They were good! Maybe the chicken is amazing.... like the biscuits, but everyone was taking the food to go (not sure how the restaurant is open just due to the disgusting walls, floors, counters, used plastic piping up against the wall, etc...). Save your time and your money and spend the extra money for great food that you can't easily make at home and eat somewhere else... read more

The Caf - Delicious biscuit(very runny, unsalted gravy), perfectly cooked bacon(but crazy salty), undercooked grits with zero salt/butter, cold eggs. - American Near Me - Santa Rosa Beach, Florida

As soon as you step in, you would think about stepping out. There were tables on top of each other with dust and the floor was dirty. There was gallons of paint on the side while waiting in line. But we trusted the reviews on the food so we went ahead and got 20 pieces of fried chicken and a 32 oz of corn. The cashier girl looked like she didn't want to be there but everyone else was friendly. The cost was inexpensive. When we got back to our house, the chicken was moist even the white meat. The taste was good but honestly a little bland compared to something like Popeyes. The corn tasted a little too starchy and it had a ton of butter so it was a little too oily by the time we ate it. The corn bread was dry. I guess it was a good deal for the food but probably not worth coming back for us. read more

We were in town for the weekend and I found this on google/yelp. The people were friendly and the food was pretty good. It's homecooking. Exactly what I was craving while I was out of town. It isn't a five star, fine dining restaurant, but it was good. They have everything precooked already and you just walk up and tell them what you want. I liked that the fried chicken didn't have too much going on. It is actually one of the best fried chicken I've ever had. Usually I can't eat much of fried chicken because I always taste the sodium or seasonings going on with it, but this one was made just right. The biscuits and gravy was also pretty good. The sweet tea wasn't bad, but it could've been sweeter. read more

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Wow...do not judge a book by its cover. This place is fantastic. I got a chicken, bacon, egg and cheese biscuit. My folks got bacon, egg and cheese biscuits. Took them to go. My gosh the people here are so sweet and nice, and if you just ask for something they're happy to make it (they made that clear to us). I highly recommend this over ANY other place on the 30a strip for a great breakfast. Do not waste your time or money elsewhere. read more

The Caf - Chicken, bacon, egg, and cheese biscuit. - American Near Me - Santa Rosa Beach, Florida

Great bacon, egg and cheese biscuit sandwich! Not gonna lie, it's a dive. But that's not the point. The biscuit was legit. Huge, flaky, and tasty. Bacon, thick and flavorful. Cheese is a slice of American. Coffee is meh and there's no cream, only milk. Not a problem. It's coffee that doesn't really need cream. I can't wait to come back and try the chicken, which people are starting to LINE UP for as I write this review. This is clearly a local favorite. Good stuff. read more

The Caf - They're LINING UP for the chicken! - American Near Me - Santa Rosa Beach, Florida

The Caf was exactly what I was looking for; a quick, no nonsense breakfast joint. Lightning fast service served me up a sausage and egg biscuit sandwich. The biscuit was fresh and flaky; a real bonus. The folks were friendly and to the point on getting me breakfast. The coffee was very mild and doesn't need milk. The fried chicken smelled tempting... The price of my breakfast was excellent. It's located at the Chevron gas station. A great pit stop! read more

The Caf - The Caf's blackboard - American Near Me - Santa Rosa Beach, Florida

Best breakfast in town! All the biscuits are amazing, and they definitely know what they're doing with the cheese grits. Great little hidden gem and I will definitely be back! read more

This place is connected on to a gas station but don't let that change your mind about stopping and getting some southern home cooking. We stopped in and ate lunch last week. We got there rite at 12 lunch time. This is a really small place and gets really busy during lunch. You will think there will not be anywhere to sit when you go in but most people get there lunch to go. It's a meat and 2 veggies buffet line. They normally have 3 types of meats every day. They also serve breakfast which I've heard is really good. This is a very busy gas station also so just keep that in mind but don't hesitate to stop and eat breakfast or lunch. read more

The Caf - American Near Me - Santa Rosa Beach, Florida

This is the best kept secret in the 30A area. I bet a bunch of people have driven by here just because it's connected to a gas station. Big mistake. The breakfast is probably the best I've ever had. They make their own biscuits, their fried chicken is legit, and they have meat and three lunch specials that are just like your mama used to make. The place is cheap, it's quick, and it's worth a special trip for a meal. read more

Great hole in the wall with the BEST biscuits! Everything was tasty, cheap and well worth the stop. We fed 4 adults and a child for $29. All of the food was made fresh and they use real eggs which I luckily got right off the griddle. We even made a trip back to the register for seconds. Not the prettiest of places in any way but don't let it scare you off. This place was fantastic! Wishing we had something like this back home. We'll be back for more biscuits and to try the chicken later! Update: We went back the next day for breakfast and a box of chicken for lunch. Still just as great as the day before! Highly recommend stopping by. read more

I'm local and this is worth it! Check it out on line. Favorite place to get biscuits and good southern food. Do the take out. They're so friendly here. read more

Everybody in my family has been eating here for at least 10 years. It may have changed hands a few times but it has consecutively been the BEST Fried Chicken I think i have ever had. The only bad times is lunch time when the line gets a little long and you might have to wait a while for the next batch to come out. Well worth the wait! The cornbread tastes like real southern cornbread ought to taste not like a corn muffin. The variety is not huge but changes each day and everything in it is good and at prices anyone can afford. If you try it, you will definitely come back. read more

Yes a hole in the wall but we took a chance and we learned what we liked and didn't like. I do not like biscuits, but for some reason I thought I'd get biscuits and gray. The biscuits are to die for and if anything you do, get something with a biscuit! I want to get extra to take home but was on a shopping trip but plan on making a trip for them. While my husband thought the graves was good, I thought the gravy was, well just gravy. Hardly any sausage or sausage flavor. I will get a biscuit breakfast sandwich next trip. My husband got the breakfast special. He didn't eat the eggs, nothing more to say. Bacon was not think as someone had mentioned. They had kielbasa and it was ok, very fatty. A women let us try a wing, so the fried chicken is on our list next time and more biscuits. read more

This is my go to place for take out breakfast when we are at the beach. Great biscuits and friendly service. You know it is good by the clientele locals that frequent the place. We are part timers here and love the gem of a hole in the wall. They also do other great plates like their fried chicken. read more

Good home country cookin. Great prices too . Not much to eat on this stretch of road. Nice whole in the wall place read more

The Caf - Biscuits gravy , chicken and sauces egg cheese bk sandwich - American Near Me - Santa Rosa Beach, Florida

Best breakfast place around, cheap,fast and delicious. Not the best of interior design but that's not going to help the food fast better than it already does read more

Omg! The fried chicken! The biscuits! Out of this world. And lovely service at the counter. We'll be back!!

My grandmother made biscuits for my grandfather everyday for 65 years. After my grandfather passed, she stopped making them. A couple of years later, my sister and I asked for her biscuit recipe. She did that she had forgotten how to make them. They were awesome. I am happy to report that The Caf has a biscuit recipe as good or better. Fried chicken and fresh veggies rock. Enjoy. I sure do. read more

Made to order breakfast counter next to Hardee's was just what we needed on our way out of town. Definitely a locals place. The cashier was quick to point out we weren't from around here, but then followed that up with a free sample of fried chicken. Recommend for breakfast sandwiches. read more

I'm reluctant to comment on this place for fear of letting the secret out! This little joint has THE BEST biscuits in SRB. They are fresh, affordable, and as big as your head. This is also a great place to grab a box of chicken to take to the beach or on the boat. read more

Don't let the exterior deceive you. The food is simple and great. It's a great spot for a quick meal when you are headed out of town.

Hands down the BEST fried chicken in all of SRB, Destin, etc. PERIOD! I honestly get the fried chicken every time and the fried logs. Smother it in hot sauce and your good to go! Prices are insanely good and cheap. Breakfast cheese grits are amazing and biscuits. read more

This is a hole in the wall breakfast must go to! Every time I visit the area I stop in for their breakfast. I always get the egg,cheese and bacon biscuit plus it's only $3! I have never had a biscuit packed with so much bacon (other than my home made ones!) very friendly staff and well worth the stop! read more

Great eggs, bacon and grits breakfast, and I love their fried chicken. Throw in siren friendly service and you have a winner!

The food at "The Caf" is Always fantastic. The staff is very nice and you always feel welcome. Prices are excellent. One meat and two sides for about $6.00 is unheard of these days. Chicken tenders w/ their Homemade Salsa is my absolute favorite. The line is long during lunch hour but absolutely worth the wait! Try them. You won't be disappointed. Liz Santa Rosa Beach, FL. read more

Great(everyday) cheap food, though the chicken is greasy but it's still good!!! Not a lot of selection at least they focus on making good food for locals who love southern cooking. read more

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Good breakfast! Fast service in and out! Make sure you get a biscuit at least. Would highly recommend for people to stop and eat.

As of this minute, the website says closes in 1 minute. I was there 30 minutes ago and they refused to allow my 83 year old mother and I that had driven 9 hours to eat inside. Very disappointed as I had read such good reviews and since I am now a local was hoping for better treatment. read more

The best chicken biscuit I have had in a long while! Friendly staff and the food is made with love...you can taste it.

love the food and service!!!!! beat quality food and prices are . easy access and very friendly staff!!

Stopped in for fried chicken. Guy at counter was very nice; he explained the menu and sides. Chicken was great like all the reviews state and very reasonably priced! Will return. read more

Our kind of place. A little "hole-in-the-wall" with great food. We had lunch-lots of vegetable selections. Hope to make it there for breakfast. read more

The breakfast was a pleasant surprise. It was tasty, filling and super fast. Now there is no reason to skip breakfast when you are on the run! read more

We found The Caf on Yelp earlier today while looking for a breakfast place in the area. Great reviews and for good reason! The breakfast special comes with a huge homemade biscuit with or without gravy, 2 fried eggs, 2 choices of meat( bacon, sausage, breaded steak, breaded chicken), and grits, with or without cheese. So much food! Affordable too! Two specials and coffee for around $13! If you are looking for a good country breakfast, this is your place! They are open 7 days a week for breakfast and lunch. The super friendly and welcoming staff gave us a sample of the fried chicken which we plan to go back and have for lunch soon! read more