Breakfast Spots in Fort Lauderdale (2025)

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 on 2025.08.30
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From old-school diners to modern bakeries, these independent spots deliver Fort Lauderdale’s morning flavors—cafecito to ciabatta, bagels to benedicts. Expect local ownership, community roots, and breakfasts worth planning your day around.

Foxy Brown

American restaurant · Fort Lauderdale

A local favorite for indulgent weekend brunch, this comfort-food standout draws steady praise for playful benedicts and banana bread creations. Frequently spotlighted by Eater Miami, it’s a reliable Saturday-Sunday ritual with serious neighborhood loyalty.

https://www.foxybrownftl.com/hoursandlocation

Java & Jam

Breakfast restaurant · Fort Lauderdale

Breakfast all day on Las Olas, from benedicts to bowls, plus a lively coffee bar. Regularly cited by local media and featured on TV segments, it captures downtown’s pace without losing that diner-warm welcome.

https://java-jam.com/

Gran Forno Bakery

Bakery · Fort Lauderdale

Las Olas’ longtime Italian bakery turns mornings into a ritual—ciabatta still warm, flaky croissants, cappuccinos at sidewalk tables. A staple in countless local roundups and traveler recommendations, it feels woven into the boulevard’s daily rhythm.

https://granforno.com/
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Top Hat Deli

Deli · Fort Lauderdale

A modern Jewish deli with house-baked bagels and matzo brei, applauded by The Infatuation and Miami New Times. Local TV profiles spotlight its from-scratch corned beef and matzo ball soup—breakfast here feels both nostalgic and current.

https://www.tophatftl.com/
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Croissan'Time French Bakery

Bakery · Fort Lauderdale

Family-run since 1986, this French bakery is beloved for buttery croissants, quiche, and crusty baguettes. Frequently praised by local food writers, it’s a true morning anchor for classic pastry and café culture.

https://croissantime.com/

Circle House Coffee

Coffee shop · Fort Lauderdale

Founded by former NFL linebacker Stephen Tulloch, this Flagler Village cafe pairs strong espresso with breakfast sandwiches and doughnuts. Its Round Up for Charity program and community events earn regular local kudos.

https://circlehousecoffee.com/about-circle-house-coffee/
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Press and Grind Cafe

Coffee shop · Fort Lauderdale

Independently owned and very Fort Lauderdale, this café turns out fresh-pressed juices, açai bowls, breakfast sandwiches, and solid espresso. Two in-town locations and steady 7 a.m. openings make it a dependable early stop.

https://pressandgrindcafe.com/locations/

Ann's Florist and Coffee Bar

Cafe · Fort Lauderdale

A family business since the 1970s, part flower shop, part café, and pure Las Olas charm. Recognized by Fort Lauderdale Magazine, it’s perfect for pastries, espresso, and people-watching amid fresh blooms.

https://annsfloristlasolas.com/
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Mitch's Downtown Bagel Cafe

Bagel shop · Fort Lauderdale

Hand-rolled, kettle-boiled bagels and hefty breakfast sandwiches in Flagler Village. Cited by Miami New Times in 2025 among top bagel spots, it’s where locals queue for the BECTA and house cream cheeses.

https://www.mitchsdowntown.com/
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Nanou French Bakery & Café

Breakfast restaurant · Fort Lauderdale

A local French bakery known for crisp croissants, quiche, and espresso, with a sunny Las Olas outpost. Loved by residents and visiting editors alike, it’s a laid-back stop for a very Parisian morning.

https://nanoufrenchbakery.com/
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