KEKE'S BREAKFAST CAFE

Does KEKE'S BREAKFAST CAFE keep a clean kitchen? Mostly — a B (84/100) at its latest inspection, March 11, 2026. That visit logged 1 high-priority, 1 intermediate, and 5 basic violations.

Its latest visit (March 11, 2026) logged 1 high-priority, 1 intermediate, and 5 basic violations. Diners rate it 4.7 across 3,847 reviews. By health score it's safer than 41% of Lake County restaurants we grade. Menus here flag options for vegetarian, organic, and healthy diners.

Trend: improving · B (84/100) · safer than 41% of Lake County restaurants we grade

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Restaurant details

Health grade
B (84/100)
Violations
7 total — 1 high-priority, 1 intermediate, 5 basic
Address
2435 S HWY 27, Clermont, FL
Cuisine
American
Categories
Breakfast restaurant, American restaurant, Brunch restaurant, Cafe, Catering food and drink supplier, Diner
Price
$10–20
Rating
4.7 stars (3847 reviews)
Seats
164
Phone
(352) 394-0956
Website
Official website
Photo of KEKE'S BREAKFAST CAFE
Photo: Keke's Breakfast Cafe

Community Rating

Reviews via Google
4.7 Community-sourced rating 3,847 reviews
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What diners say — our read

How guests are treated dominates the conversation here — it comes up in 80% of the 20 reviews. Reviewers who mention how guests are treated rate this place 4.9 on average — it is working in the restaurant’s favour.

5 stars is the modal score, given by 18 of the 20 reviewers who rated. The split is 20 positive to 0 negative across 20 rated reviews. Conspicuously absent: portion size, which no reviewer brings up.

On the health side, the most recent DBPR inspection returned a B (84/100) with 1 high-priority, 1 intermediate, and 5 basic violations — middling, much like the reviews. That inspection was on March 11, 2026. Its inspection trajectory is upward over the records we hold. Ranked against Lake County, it is safer than 41% of the restaurants we score. Among the items recorded were food from approved source and food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized.

With both signals pointing the same way, there is little to argue about on this listing. The individual reviews are below, newest first, if you want the raw material.

Our own analysis of 20 reviews for this restaurant, set against its Florida DBPR inspection record. How we calculate grades →

  • June 27, 2026

    Alot of food for your money. Staff super friendly and welcoming. Always checking in on you even when busy.

  • June 24, 2026

    I'm a eggs and bacon every morning person. That can be difficult when traveling. Hotel food isn't up to par. Quick google search came up with Keke's within a mile of my hotel. Ended up there every morning of my visit.

  • June 21, 2026

    We had Chelsea as a server and she treated us like we were family.

  • June 8, 2026

    Great and polite staff and service. Quality food as well! Will come again!

  • May 28, 2026

    We usually get takeout, but had the time to relax and enjoy in person. Great experience!

  • May 12, 2026

    Love Kekes!

  • May 11, 2026

    Amazing service for Mothers Day. Will definitely be back.

  • May 2, 2026

    Steve was our service and excellent!!

  • April 27, 2026

    Brittany was really great! Fast friendly service with a smile! Food was great! Ate so fast I forgot to take a picture!

  • April 27, 2026

    Jennifer provided great accurate service. Very pleased with our visit today.

  • April 27, 2026

    Britt, kind, attended us quickly and with care.

  • April 27, 2026

    Ii love it I come eat my protein after gym sesh and my server Reilly was very helpful

  • April 27, 2026

    Britt was an amazing server, very attentive with an amazing attitude.

  • April 27, 2026

    Breakfast was, silver dollar pancakes and turkey sausage - SO good. Our server Jennifer was so attentive and nice too!

  • April 27, 2026

    She always knows what I want , great service, we love how she checks up on us and make sure we’re enjoying our food thank you Vanessa

  • April 27, 2026

    Vanessa was very outstanding, helpful with the menu , and great service we appreciate her very much

  • April 27, 2026

    Vanessa was very greating and helpful getting our Oder together definitely recommend her as a server

  • April 27, 2026

    Amazing service thanks Vanessa

  • April 27, 2026

    Outstanding service thanks Vanessa

  • April 27, 2026

    Amazing service by Vanessa

Overall Score

65 / 100

  • Health inspection grade 30/40
    Grade B
  • Dietary transparency 10/20
    3 options listed
  • Community rating 19/20
    4.7★ average
  • Hidden-gem status 0/10
    Not flagged
  • Track record 6/10
    Improving, 0% clean

Composite score from health grade, dietary options, ratings, and inspection record — distinct from the state-derived health grade.

Opening hours

Monday
7 AM to 2:30 PM
Tuesday
7 AM to 2:30 PM
Wednesday
7 AM to 2:30 PM
Thursday
7 AM to 2:30 PM
Friday
7 AM to 2:30 PM
Saturday
7 AM to 2:30 PM
Sunday
7 AM to 2:30 PM

Inspection history

The following records are from Florida DBPR public inspection records, most recent first.

  1. March 11, 2026 · Routine - Food

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    1 high-priority · 1 intermediate · 5 basic

    • 01 — Food from approved source; safe, unadulterated, sound condition
    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained
    • 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
    • 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
    • 24 — Storage & handling of clean equipment and utensils; air drying
    • 31 — Handwash sinks accessible; handwashing supplies & sign provided
    • 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation
  2. September 10, 2025 · Routine - Food

    Call Back - Complied

    0 high-priority · 2 intermediate · 4 basic

    • 13 — Clean clothes; hair restraints; jewelry; fingernails
    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained (×2)
    • 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
    • 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
    • 29 — Plumbing installed & maintained; mop sink; backflow prevention
  3. September 9, 2025 · Routine - Food

    Administrative complaint recommended

    4 high-priority · 3 intermediate · 6 basic

    • 01 — Food from approved source; safe, unadulterated, sound condition
    • 03 — Temperature control of foods (cold/hot holding, cooking, cooling, reheating) (×2)
    • 12 — Handwashing; employee eating/drinking/smoking practices
    • 13 — Clean clothes; hair restraints; jewelry; fingernails (×2)
    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained (×2)
    • 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized (×2)
    • 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
    • 24 — Storage & handling of clean equipment and utensils; air drying
    • 29 — Plumbing installed & maintained; mop sink; backflow prevention

Safer options nearby

Higher-graded restaurants close to KEKE'S BREAKFAST CAFE, by Florida DBPR grade:

This grade is calculated by us from Florida DBPR public inspection records — Florida does not issue official grades. How we calculate it →

Data last updated: March 11, 2026