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Lenny’s Restaurant

Restaurant Breakfast restaurant Diner Deli

One of the Most Reviewed Breakfast restaurants in Clearwater


Address

21220 US Hwy 19 N, Clearwater, FL 33765

Website

www.lennysfood.com

Contact

(727) 799-0402

Price rating

$ $$$

Rating on Google Maps

4.70 (4.7K reviews)

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Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: breakfast (22) good (15) great (13) service (12) friendly (11) basket (9) lunch (9) coffee (9) waitress (7) delicious (7)
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  • 5/5 Emily's w. 1 year ago on Google
    We had a late breakfast here this morning. It was a very full and busy place on a Saturday morning; and we almost went elsewhere. So glad we didn't! The seating was a very quick and simple process. The service was the same. (Our waitress was Tara) We ordered mimosas, danish basket, a platter of delicious food and a fruit bowl. Food was very good, service was friendly and prompt and atmosphere was clean and family oriented. Also for those with children there was a man making balloon characters also. He was going around to all the tables and taking requests. Very cool creations! Overall we had a great time and will go back again! Thank you!
    7 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jamie F. 2 years ago on Google
    I searched for something just coming over the bridge into Clearwater,  saw a 4.7 rating, which is usually significant. I must say I was not expecting this Diamond in the rough. I was up from Sarasota, driving uber,  and this place blew me away,  I am definitely bringing my family here for breakfast,  and lunch as well. The Level of quality is astoundingly different from your run of the mill breakfast joint.   It is worth the trip from Sarasota just to get a really really good breakfast.
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Catelin Robinson M. 2 years ago on Google
    What a cute family owned diner. Just happened to stumble upon it, but so glad that we did. The food was good and the staff was lovely. Loraine was our waitress and she was so great! The parking is very limited, so be prepared for that.
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Demetrios Mina (Jimmy M. 1 year ago on Google
    I been eating at Lenny!s In Clearwater for many years. Always great Service and Breakfast on the way to work. I really appreciate the Staff here for always being fast when I am running late for work. The breakfast here has always been really good and fast. If I am on the way to the beach or on the way to work This is a great place to eat. See you again soon
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Paul s. 1 year ago on Google
    Great experience. Food was excellent, service was outstanding, atmosphere is fun. Wish we found this place last year, will be a regular stop for sure. Cant wait to go back for lunch. We had late breakfast so saw some other tables getting lunch. Portions for both breakfast and lunch were large. Food and ingredients are fresh. If you pick pancakes as your breakfast side, you get 4 full size pancakes. Crazy! Grits were good and all 4 people in my group were happy and satisfied. Each person also gets their own basket of 4 assorted pastries, which were delicious.
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Melissa W. 1 year ago on Google
    I know this place has been around for a long time. I was excited to visit and had high expectations. The atmosphere is not what I would want for relaxing breakfast but seemed like it might be worth the hype. The lady at the counter was very friendly but the man seemed annoyed and very pushy. Our waitress was great but seemed rushed. The coffee was really good. I really enjoyed the salmon Benedict, I’ve never had that before. Everyone enjoyed their meals but the bacon was soggy, make sure you ask for crisp! Overall it was a bit pricey. A good tourist spot for sure.
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sarah S. 1 year ago on Google
    A great diner ! It was packed on a Friday morning . Some of the meals come with a fresh baked complimentary Danish basket. All the pastries were yummy. Eggs Benedict was perfectly poached and my omelet was delicious .
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mar 1 year ago on Google
    First of all this place has my heart when we parked because it was decorated for pride for month and it’s amazing when a business is not afraid to take a stand and make a statement. As soon as we walked in, beautiful and friendly Debbie greeted us and sat us down immediately. The food came fast and was amazing and the atmosphere was quirky and fun to explore. We have an official Clearwater spot now !
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jan S. 1 year ago on Google
    OH HIGHLY RECOMMEND!! Went for the first time a week or so ago. The food was so very good. Portions were very large. Employees were all really friendly. I had always been told how good their food is but just never made it there. Now it is my favorite place to eat.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Torrey L. 1 year ago on Google
    Lenny’s Rocks🤘. Only question is why the heck didn’t we go there sooner?!?! I’ve driven by so many times and said “gee that looks like an interesting place, and it’s always packed when it’s open”. Yeah now we know why. Lennys is legendary. Genuine Philly style diner with a fantastic breakfast and lunch menu. The staff is a hoot. Great service with no nonsense flair.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Randy W. 1 year ago on Google
    A trip back in time… friendly staff, wonderful selections, and a great atmosphere. I was staying near Lenny’s and decided to stop in for breakfast. Got there earlier (8:30 am) to avoid the early lunch traffic and I was not disappointed. The portions are generous and the waitresses are very friendly. The menu offers something for everyone and I loved the breakfast specials being named after “Lenny’s Ladies.” The basket of danishes is another highlight of the breakfast trip. They are so fresh and go perfectly with a hot cup of coffee or tea. Overall it was a great breakfast and it definitely hit the spot.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kristin Y. 1 year ago on Google
    What can I say?! This is the best breakfast joint in all of Florida! Depending on the time of day, you might be better off calling and getting on the wait list before heading here. The people here are the friendliest and the service is impressive. The silver dollar pancakes are more of a regular sized pancake. The chicken and waffle benedict with home fries (with onions) is my favorite dish! The best part is the plate of danish that comes while you are waiting for your food.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Stephanni Y. 1 year ago on Google
    This is one of my favorite places to go for a nice breakfast. I love that they give you a basket of pastries if you order one of their platters or omelets. You can also add it, if it's not included. They offer a lot of variety and the coffee is really good. The service is amazing 100/10!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Dee M. 1 year ago on Google
    Excellent breakfast! The food is really good and the staff is friendly. Just beware that the parking lot is small and the restaurant is packed over the weekends. But if your patient, the food is worth the wait. I had the chicken fried streak and the trifecta. As someone who doesn't care for gravy (not pictured), I really like theirs.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 G R. 8 months ago on Google
    We always enjoy trying to find local places to eat. This place is a Hidden Gem! We got there & the parking was a little tight because it was early on a Sunday morning but we found a spot. We had to wait about 10 minutes for a seat- no big deal. Once we were seated our server was quick to greet us & get drinks. I ordered the " Debbie" . It is biscuits and sausage gravy with hash browns. I also got a side of sausage links. My husband ordered a traditional eggs Benedict with grits. He is pretty picky about the sauce & this passed muster. All the Benedict dishes come with a danish basket. Those were delish! The place is absolutely bustling. The staff move with such quickness they wore me out just watching them work. The coffee was a bit weak for our tastes, you could see right through the pot. We seriously enjoyed our food & service & will be back. Highly recommend!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Janet “Eats for Life” S. 1 year ago on Google
    We were hoping for a better "Diner" experience. Meaning, better quality and amount of food. The hot tea was cold and our waitress, Jennifer, was kind enough to bring out a new cup. But it still comes from the coffee pot. The coffee was also cold and tasted like stainless steel... couldn't drink it. The open face pastrami omelet was very thin. One would expect at least 2 layers of pastrami, but you only got 3-4 strips on top of the omelet. The Nova and Onions omelet was simply lacking in flavor. Maybe adding more lox would've done it. They were, however, willing to substitute bread and other gluten sides that came with the omelet. They have picked beets and Cole slaw, but you have to get the manager's ok first. Even so, I couldn't eat them because they were pickled with sugar. Our waitress, Jennifer, was very kind and friendly. Unfortunately, we will not be back.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Matt L. 7 months ago on Google
    This place is a dynasty for a reason. The Breakfast Wellington really is heaven on plate. You can get lost in the gravy! The Raisen Bread French Toast is just the right amount of sweetness as well. Do yourself a favor and enjoy yourself here.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Clair B. 6 months ago on Google
    This was our first visit to Lenny's. To be honest I was a bit put off by the dated interior, clean but dated. However, we had a very nice, friendly waitress and she took our order quickly. She brought our drinks and a small basket of baked goods - "Lenny's danish basket", a tasty, unexpected treat! Our food arrived and it was all very good!! The Lenny burger is huge, my son only ate half! 😂 He took the other half home and ate it later. The tuna sandwich, ham and cheese sandwich and salad were all very good! We will definitely go back.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sunshine State B. 1 year ago on Google
    A true Clearwater, FL original and legendary breakfast restaurant. Even though it was busy, it was just a few minutes waiting for a booth. The service was great, especially the coffee service. The food was very tasty, and the homemade biscuit was excellent.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kurt V. 1 year ago on Google
    This was our second trip to Lenny's. We stopped there a little over a year ago when passing through and made it our must stop on any trip by there. It's a laid back diner atmosphere, and full of their regulars. The staff were all friendly and welcoming. Seems that's harder to find these days. We got there mid morning and were able to get both breakfast and lunch items. There were only 1-2 things we couldn't get yet, but nothing we were ordering. My son and I both got breakfast, him an omelet and me the corned beef hash. Wife and daughter both got the tuna sandwich. The portion sizes are large with most of the items. If you're passing through the area, this is a must try place. I'd be surprised if you don't enjoy it.

  • 5/5 Luis P. 7 months ago on Google
    Another institution dishing out breakfast and lunch for over 40 years at the same spot. The place is off an off-ramp to and from major local thoroughfares. Inside the place looks lived in but kept clean. It could use a little decluttering... The food came out quickly and fresh. It was delicious and perfectly cooked. I had two eggs over easy, home fries with sauteed onion (which was an on- point suggestion from my waitress), bacon and sourdough toast. Even the coffee tasted fresh and delicious. Having said that, the service is what takes this place to the GREAT level! The servers are engaging, efficient, highly effective and as a bonus, easy on the eyes 👀! My server took my order, brought it out quickly and made suggestions like she was reading my mind. Great experience!

  • 5/5 Bear q. 11 months ago on Google
    The place is fun to look at, the menu is funny and unique. Loved the chance to try new foods. It was really well run the staff was friendly. It was a great experience for the whole family. Thank you very much!

  • 5/5 Brenda M. 7 months ago on Google
    Awesome first-time experience! Met two other couples at nearby tables. Such a warm atmosphere! Hotel is walking distance so we will be here many more times during our stay in Clearwater.

  • 5/5 Melissa F. 2 years ago on Google
    My husband wanted to bring me here after he had an amazing meal here. The menus has so many options is a little daunting but the Daily Specials can help you narrow your choices down. I settled on the Chicken Waffle Benedict. The chicken was great! Crispy fried outside & juicy inside. Topped with a Pepper Gravy and two poached eggs. It was *chefs kiss*. The Danish basket was the cherry on top and the coffee flows so fast that you don't even get a chance to ask for more!

  • 5/5 Saahil P. 7 months ago on Google
    Man we love this place! The food is so good and the prices are very reasonable. Turnover tends to be quick, but on the weekends there can still be really long waits. The only other issue is that there is not enough space for parking and the lot is very oddly shaped. People end up parking at the motel or car dealership and walking over which feels awkward.

  • 5/5 Allie S. 9 months ago on Google
    This restaurant was recommended to us by Google as we were in the area, and I have to say, what a hidden gem. The food is so good, great service, amazing prices and the portions are great as well. This is where the locals go, and we will be back for sure. It is easily one of the best breakfast restaurants in the Tampa Bay area.

  • 5/5 Crystal L. 7 months ago on Google
    Lenny's will not let you down! The service was amazing! The food was delicious! I got the Nova Benedict that was to die for! And their complimentary danishes are delicious! I would recommend it to anyone! I will be coming back soon so that we can try the lunch menu!


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
    • ✓️ Comfort food
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Breakfast
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Catering
    • ✓️ Breakfast
    • ✓️ Counter service
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Curbside pickup

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