I am so glad I gave my husband the reins for one of our vacation breakfast stops. He recommended this spot and it was one of my favorite stops the whole trip. It doesn't look like much from the outside, but we were warmly greeted, coffee was great and the food was delicious! The restaurant itself is quite small with a small parking lot to match. Mid-week in September, we had no trouble grabbing a booth for the 4 of us. Coffee was made fresh and our meals took very little time to arrive. Hubs had the Tin Can Wild with pancakes which were huge and fluffy. I opted for the veggie omelet with fruit while our little one had a bagel with cream cheese. Friendly folks and a home cooked meal. I'd happily stop back in if we're in Clearwater again! read more

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We finally stopped in here a few weeks ago and I'll say I was hesitant at first. The location is a bit odd but the parking lot has seen better days but I'm glad we didn't let that sway us. The place is tiny but cute and packed full of character. You have booths lining the sides with a few tables in the middle and some counter seating. The walls are lined with kitschy type memorabilia and I enjoyed looking around. Great menu options and specials are available - I had a ham & cheese omelette and my boyfriend had the steak skillet. Both were outstanding! They definitely didn't skimp on the fillings for either. I'd say it's the best omelette I've had in my memory and my boyfriend loved the skillet. At one point he asked our waitress if they had tortillas and she brought a few out twice as he made steak breakfast tacos. All in all, we loved the place. The food was awesome and the service was outstanding - truly happy & kind people who seemed to enjoy their jobs & working together. We'll definitely be back! read more

Tin Can Cafe is an excellent local joint! It serves the best hash browns I have ever had! Evrything I have had here is really good! The don't tell anybody! read more

Corned beef hash is solid and the server was really nice. Would recommend on a rainy morning

Slow service and food is bland Not recommend to dine inside either, place is considerably small compared to most places Employees seemed uncomfortable serving an young black male read more

First time dining at the Tin Can Cafe in Clearwater and have to say it was a pleasant experience. Restaurant is a seat yourself style which is nice that you can choose between a booth, table or counter seating. Craig was our server and he was excellent in helping us with everything to make our visit great. Food was brought out in good time, looked great and the flavor was amazing as well!! They have a great menu selection for Breakfast, Brunch & Lunch!! Great job to the kitchen staff as well for their skills!! read more

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If I could give this place zero stars, I would -- and even that would be too generous after the appalling treatment my mother received. Laurie, who claims to own this establishment, should be ashamed of herself. What started as a *basic* request to remake a cold, rubbery pancake turned into an outright meltdown. Not only was the request met with unhinged, aggressive behavior -- Laurie *threw a dish* in the middle of a packed, tiny restaurant and shouted, "I can do whatever I want!" No, you didn't read that wrong -- she literally threw a dish. The food is passable at best, but the service is beyond unacceptable. Our server, Yuli, was rude, dismissive, and had a nasty, condescending attitude the entire time -- clearly taking cues from her unprofessional boss. She acted as if we were an inconvenience from the moment we sat down, despite the restaurant clearing out soon after. I approached Laurie afterward, hoping for a reasonable conversation. Instead, she doubled down on her behavior, shrugged it off, and implied we were being too sensitive. When I told her that throwing dishes and mistreating paying customers isn't just unprofessional -- it's dangerous -- she smugly told me I didn't need to return. Trust me, that was already decided. In this economy, people are choosing carefully where they spend their money -- and this place isn't worth a single cent. No one deserves to be disrespected, let alone yelled at and endangered in a dining environment. Avoid this place at all costs. There are too many restaurants out there with decent food *and* basic human decency. This one has neither. read more

Customer Service to the delivery drivers POOR some of the staff Rude and nasty to deliver drivers

love this place, food down style, service the best, food the best placein St Pete. What can I say my only place for breakfast read more

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Absolutely loved this place!! First time eating here today and had a major DoorDash fiasco (they refused to find a driver to deliver or refund!) so I rushed there in person before they closed! The entire staff was super friendly and extremely understanding! We will definitely be back as our food was delicious even after! Honestly one of the best crepes I've ever had as well! I greatly appreciate the lovely lady who is the owner and all she did! 10 out of 10 recommend and will 100 stand by that for the delicious food and amazing staff. read more

Simple, local, friendly, a truly great variety of tasty breakfasts. Definitely worth hopping off the highway to visit.

In the downtown Clearwater area for a Dr visit, this place looked interesting, had great ratings and was nearby. Plus our Dr was between breakfast and lunch so a brunch spot was perfect. Found Tin Can easily, parking a bit tight but ok. This a small homey diner and obviously very popular with locals. They were very busy at early lunch but we lucked into the only open table for two. We were brought menus and waters right away. My wife chose the Waffle with strawberries, bananas, whipped cream and chocolate. I decided on the Spanish Omelette with beef, onions, jalapeños and cheese. It was a bit for our food but understanding with the number of diners present. When our food arrived, the plates were huge. Mine came first and my wife wanted to share, so I cut off a section and put on my toast plate for her. It also came with salsa and sour cream, that the waitress forgot. After a couple reminders, I asked another server and he brought salsa, but I never got the sour cream. By now it was cooling off so I ate my 3/4 portion. And my wife shared 1/4 of her amazing Waffle. Both meals were excellent and huge portions. I guess because with locals they do tend to chat with the waitstaff. Not a huge problem but I suggest late breakfast or lunch to avoid the crowds. Food 5, Service 4, Ambiance 4. read more

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In town with the gang and we couldn't decide if we wanted lunch or breakfast. Well let's go some there where they serve both. I had a party melt and she had a Cuban sandwich. Both were delicious. I'm not a fan of rye bread but it was a perfect compliment with the patty melt. It was a nice and quaint spot. The service was great and the breakfast options were huge portions and looked delicious. We'll need to come back and try some breakfast. read more

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Service was amazing, and the cafe is cozy and well decorated! The ambiance is lovely and so was the food.

Service was spot on as well as good food quality and prices - the place is small but comfortable -

Like Diners? You'll love TinCan. This is a locals mostly diner with great traditional diner food. Stand outs include the homemade orzo soup, eggs Benedict and French toast. The staff is a long time team that work so well and efficiently, and know their regulars and their orders without fail. We love this place. read more

Always a righteous breakfast. Not cheap but you get good quality food. Very clean. Great service too.

Wow! Delicious breakfast potatoes, and the Eggs Benedict was ON POINT! I ordered it with regular bacon and it was awesome. The coffee was okay. Could use a little more strength, but the service was great so that's a huge bonus. Craig was our server and he was helpful and kind. Will return to this place for breakfast every time I'm in Clearwater, FL. This place is not fancy, but it is good- Worth every penny. read more

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Famous locals traditional "hole in the wall" breakfast /lunch joint. Pork chops and burgers for breakfast? Yes please! Kids loved it. Parents loved it. U can get anything on menu anytime. Don't skip the skillets or the tin can wild. read more

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Charming place, decent food, but cut too many corners IMHO. I did not apreciate the butter-like whipped oil food product or the bacon you can read a book through. I'd rather pay a buck or two more for real food. read more

I'm sorry I don't have pics-the food looked so good we ate it right away! It's the quintessential small American diner-nothing fancy, seat yourself, good service, local customers, outstanding food. We went for breakfast; I had the Santorini omelet, husband had two eggs, bacon, and hash browns. So good! Kinda wish one of us would've gotten the special-chicken and waffle Benedict. Highly recommend. read more

All my experience has been positive. The staff, food, and atmosphere is friendly. I love the biscuit and sausage gravy.

The place is small but the staff is excellent and the food is amazing. Definitely recommend a visit

Great food, great service. Disregard the 1star review from disgruntled patron and her "special order".

Love it! The menu is the same as Hudson, it's a bit smaller space, but has more personality with all the "tin can" art! The people working here are awesome. Super friendly and fun. First time here and they made me feel like a regular - and there are plenty of regulars coming in/out. The food was on point too!! l'm hoping Hudson has the in-house made hot sauce they have here! It's pretty spicy, full flavored, and way better then anything in a bottle! read more

Tin Can Cafe - Ask for the house made hot sauce!! - Cafes Near Me - Clearwater, Florida

New resident of Clearwater. First breakfast out. Great first impression. It was the perfect diner breakfast. Delicious. Went back on day two for carry out. Over easy eggs made it home hot and still runny. read more

The food is interesting, well prepared and tasty. Everything we've tried there has been great. The service is friendly and helpful, parking is off-street and easily accessible. They have tables, booths and a counter, making it complete in my book. read more

Such a cute place - local vibe all around. Love the decor (tin cans all around) and the waitress was funny, blunt but funny! LoL Our food turned out delicious - I had the French toast and my husband had the eggs Benedict. Tables, as well as counter seating, available for dining in. read more

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Visiting the area, thought this would be a good local choice. Meh. It is locals at the high bar, but it's not that good. The highlight was perfectly cooked eggs, both scrambled and over medium. Bacon and sausages, both patty and link were well done and flavor was fine. Good biscuits. The French toast was passable and fresh fruit was fresh. The sausage gravy however was bland, thick and pasty. The coffee was not good and to top it off I was told there was no heavy cream available for the coffee despite the menu saying they had house cream for other items, which I thought meant house made whipped cream from the photos? How to you make whipped cream in house but not have cream? Prices were slightly high for the value received imo. Be aware, want an extra plate to share a meal... it'll cost you $2.00 extra, that alone would keep me from coming back for the sheer audacity. read more

Tin Can Gets a Gold Medal This small café has been around for a while, and it feels like a friendly and well-oiled machine. My server was efficient and helpful and the kitchen was quick. The café is nicely decorated and comfortable. I got some scrambled eggs which were good. The accompanying ham was thick, properly seared and very tasty. The "Quaker Grits" were, obviously instant. Nevertheless, the consistency was right, but the flavor was a little bland. The French toast was thick-ish and properly cooked all the way through--no soggy center here! The biscuit was just right and not too dense. The coffee was very good. Prices were fair. There's a 4% discount if you pay by cash. I would happily return for breakfast or lunch. read more

I came across this hidden gem on the way to the beach with my family on our vacation. But don't let this place fool you it's small but worth the short wait time. During COVID all the employees know all the local customers and always greet everyone with a genuine smile. The atmosphere ia great! Now speaking about the food, it is all ENORMOUS!!! Prices are very good for the amount of food you recieve. All our plates we're well prepped and cooked to perfection. I will most definitely come back again next time I come to Clearwater. Don't think twice about trying out this hidden gem! I promise you won't regret it (: read more

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I have a soft spot for diners and I have a softer spot for a diner with warm staff and wood paneled walls. So yesterday that softer spot emerged and after my meal, i was pleased! The Tin Can Cafe is a little off the beaten path in Clearwater. Overall The diner itself has about 12-14 tables/booths along with counter service. We started with a single pancake as an app which was a great call as it was nice batter with a great aftertaste of malt. Then I ordered the Sausage Skillet which is so big it can feed two people! What I loved about this was the veggies (green peppers, onions and potatoes) were cut in big pieces not diced. Now they were so soft that you could cut it with your fork. Plus they must've been sautéd because they had a nice buttery flavor to it! Plus there was great amount of sausage in it. They offered toast or English muffin on the side. The service was great and everyone was warm and welcoming. There is a parking lot next store so parking should not be an issue. I'm not sure if it's cash only. I can't wait to go back! read more

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Awesome food and service! Best breakfast I've ever had at a restaurant! Our kids were in heaven with the French toast and waffles! read more

Tin Can Cafe - Waffle Breakfast with strawberry, chocolate and cream - Cafes Near Me - Clearwater, Florida

It's a fun place to visit and eat once in awhile, Not fancy just straight up good people, good food and old fashioned fun decor all around. Plus very friendly service, tip them well! read more

The server was nice and professional, no issue there. I ordered the greek omelette. I was told that they make their own giro meat so I was looking forward to a treat. The omelette was fair in sIZE, nothing special, The meat was tiny dices of meat that would NOT even be enough for a burst of flavor and not plentiful enough to be considered relevant in any way. The feta had gone "ripe" and was barely palatable. Then there is the issue of value. No coffee, water only and two breakfasts with tip was 36. Sorry, But that value for breakfast one expects exceptional food and exceptional value in ingredients which was not the case. We have driven by this place for 20 years and decided to try it. Thanks for showing us that there are better places at better VALUES ABUNDANTLY IN CLEARWATER. If you don't change your brine daily your feta will ripen too much (there is the real tip), or if you purchase too late a volume. Feta should be fairly fresh. read more

Food was delicious. Best hush puppies I've had in a long while. Casual dress. Friendly helpful servers. Thank goodness for patio heaters! read more

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Unfortunately we didn't even get to eat here so I can't comment on the food. We got there and it was full but no one waiting for a table or anything. We stood inside for a while and no one even acknowledged us, except one woman who gave us a rude look. Finally after trying to get someone's attention for a while I went up to the counter to ask how long for a table. We just wanted ti be acknowledged for the next available seats or table for 2. The waitress whose attention I finally got when approaching her said "10 min maybe more". Again, they were full but not super busy and there was no reason someone couldn't have acknowledged that we wanted to wait for a table. We felt really uncomfortable and not welcome there at all. If we had we would have happily waited for a table, but decided to leave. It's unfortunate because we wanted to try their breakfast and drove out of the way to eat here. read more

Great little place. Not a lot of room so you may have to wait. The skillets are awesome. read more

Tin Can Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Clearwater, Florida

Tin Can Cafe is one of those spots the locals will recommend when you're visiting the area. It's not near the beaches or tourist scene, but it is easily one of the best breakfast spots I've been to recently... and not because it's necessarily "luxurious" or has all the frills of a fancy dining location... because it doesn't. It seats maybe 25-ish people, and is a bit of a hole in the wall, honestly. But you know what? It's legitimately delicious food from a family-run business where the people care about providing their customers with an authentic experience. When trying a new breakfast place, I almost always order an omelette... I feel you can tell a lot about the quality of the food in a place when they can make a delicious omelette. Thankfully, Tin Can Cafe did NOT disappoint with my tomato, mushroom, and feta omelette... including little crispy bits that I just love. With seasoned home fries and some slices of rye bread, I was nice and full by the time my breakfast was complete... and I think my total (with a $5 tip) was just over $16. TL;DR When I was younger, my grandmother would always pick places for breakfast or lunch because "it's a good deal"... but the food was almost always greasy or gross. Tin Can Cafe is a good deal AND an enjoyable experience - with tasty food to boot. read more

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One year after buying it, looks like the Tin Can is up for sale by the new owners. It took just one year for them to RUIN the best breakfast spot in Florida! Hopefully, someone will buy Tin Can and put back to right like it was in the good old days!!! read more