KEKE'S BREAKFAST CAFÉ
Watch the trajectory here. KEKE'S BREAKFAST CAFÉ grades a C at 79/100 today, yet its recent DBPR record has been moving the wrong way.
Its most recent inspection on January 14, 2026 cited 1 high-priority, 2 intermediate, and 7 basic violations. It currently ranks safer than 18% of Seminole County restaurants we grade. Diner rating: 4.9 from 9,393 reviews.
Trend: declining · C (79/100)
Get directions Call (407) 732-4170
Restaurant details
- Health grade
- C (79/100)
- Violations
- 10 total — 1 high-priority, 2 intermediate, 7 basic
- Address
- 1401 WP BALL BLVD, Sanford, FL
- Cuisine
- American
- Categories
- Breakfast restaurant, American restaurant, Brunch restaurant, Cafe, Catering food and drink supplier, Diner
- Price
- $10–20
- Rating
- 4.9 stars (9393 reviews)
- Seats
- 162
- Phone
- (407) 732-4170
- Website
- Official website
Community Rating
Reviews via GoogleWhat diners say — our read
Diners writing about this place keep returning to service. Where service comes up, the rating that follows averages 4.9, so it reads as a strength.
If you had to pick one number to represent this corpus it would be 5, the most frequently given rating (27 reviews). One subject never comes up here: plate size. Of the 28 rated reviews, 28 sit at four stars or better and 0 at two or below.
The kitchen graded a C (79/100) on 1 high-priority, 2 intermediate, and 7 basic violations at its last inspection, which is roughly where the reviews sit too. DBPR last walked in on January 14, 2026. The trend across inspections is decline. Ranked against Seminole County, it is safer than 18% of the restaurants we score. The citations behind that grade include employee health knowledge.
The honest summary is that the evidence is mixed on both sides. Read the originals below and judge the pattern yourself.
Our own analysis of 28 reviews for this restaurant, set against its Florida DBPR inspection record. How we calculate grades →
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Kimberly was amazing! The food was great.
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Very nice Kimberly
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A bit chilly
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Leticia was very polite and very attentive. I would eat here again.
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Raspberry stuffed French toast was a wonderful way to wrap up our trip to Florida. Letitia was an excellent server.
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Super
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Leticia was lovely! Such a sweetheart!
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My wife and I came here for good food and atmosphere. We got that plus a solid, smiling and friendly Jessica. She made eating here fun. Thanks!
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Very good food! Leticia was such a great server, definitely anticipated needs and very friendly.
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Jessica was Amazing
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Jessica was very polite
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LAUREN WAS AMAZING! Great service great food
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Maria was nice! Also the birthday boy was amazing who served us🎊🎁🎉
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Lauren was an incredible server today for our lunch. She was so kind, attentive and efficient. We will definitely be back!
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Lauren is the best! Very friendly and so attentive! The food was amazing too! Definitely come to Keke’s in Sanford!🙂🙂
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Shoutout Lauren for being a great server! Kekes is the move
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Lauren was the best!! Food is delicious 😁
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Jessica was an amazing server! Very efficient and polite!
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Kimberly was an excellent waitress, usually when we come, the food is top notch, this time the pancake was cooked just a little too long.
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Jessica was amazing definitely I’m going to request her as my waiter
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My server Jessica was amazing! Food was great as well!
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Jessica was amazing. She went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed.
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Had an amazing breakfast at Keke’s today. The food was delicious, but the real star was our server, Lauren. She was upbeat, patient, and incredibly attentive without ever feeling rushed. You can tell she takes pride in making guests feel comfortable and cared for. From keeping our drinks topped off to making sure our order was perfect, Lauren made the whole visit feel special. If you go to Keke’s, ask for Lauren!
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Great food and an even better experience! Everything was fresh and delicious, and our server, Lauren, provided excellent service. She was friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed. We'll definitely be back!
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Lauren was absolutely amazing, sweet and attentive. Even when they’re short staffed, she communicated that and made the wait more worthwhile. Thank you Lauren!
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Maria was great! Super nice & attentive. 😊
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We are good ! Thank you Maria !
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I had the most amazing server Laurie!!! She was so efficient and welcoming and I will definitely be back for the amazing food and atmosphere!!
Overall Score
55 / 100
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.
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January 14, 2026 · Routine - Food
Inspection Completed - No Further Action
1 high-priority · 2 intermediate · 7 basic
- 03 — Temperature control of foods (cold/hot holding, cooking, cooling, reheating)
- 11 — Employee health knowledge; no ill/symptomatic employee present
- 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained (×2)
- 16 — Dishwashing facilities; sanitizer test kits; gauges (×2)
- 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
- 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
- 24 — Storage & handling of clean equipment and utensils; air drying
- 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation
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July 30, 2025 · Routine - Food
Inspection Completed - No Further Action
0 high-priority · 1 intermediate · 4 basic
- 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained (×2)
- 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
- 31 — Handwash sinks accessible; handwashing supplies & sign provided
- 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation
Safer options nearby
Higher-graded restaurants close to KEKE'S BREAKFAST CAFÉ, by Florida DBPR grade:
- PANERA BREAD #4160
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: January 14, 2026