Where to get brunch and breakfast in Clermont: weekend brunch on U.S. 27 and Hancock Road, Sunday brunch downtown and lakefront coffee, with hours.
Last checked Oct. 8, 2026. Every hour, address and menu detail on this page comes from the restaurant’s own website, linked. We list places; we do not rank them. Hours change, so check before you go. Restaurants that serve brunch and are not listed can tell the newsroom.
Brunch in Clermont splits two ways: breakfast-and-brunch chains along U.S. 27 and Hancock Road that open at 7 a.m. every day, and downtown spots on Montrose Street and Eighth Street a few blocks from Lake Minneola, where Sunday brunch comes with live music nearby and the farmers market down the street.
Good to know
- Earliest: 7 a.m., Another Broken Egg Cafe, First Watch and Keke’s
- Sunday brunch downtown: The Roasted Spirit, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Holiday brunch menus go on our seasonal pages once restaurants post them: Easter, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day
Breakfast and brunch on U.S. 27 and Hancock Road
| Restaurant | Address | Hours | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|
| Another Broken Egg Cafe | 2633 S. U.S. Highway 27 | 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. weekdays; 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday | Southern-inspired breakfast, brunch and lunch, brunch cocktails, spiked cold brew, mimosas, full bar; vegetarian and gluten-friendly menu |
| First Watch | 1600 Hancock Road, Suite 105 | 7 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. daily | Breakfast, brunch and lunch made to order; online waitlist |
| Keke’s Breakfast Cafe | 2435 S. U.S. Highway 27 | 7 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. | Pancakes, omelets, waffles and French toast, freshly ground coffee |
Phone numbers: Another Broken Egg Cafe 352-227-3487; First Watch 352-432-8851; Keke’s 352-394-0956. Another Broken Egg also does online ordering and catering.
Brunch downtown
| Place | Address | Hours | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Roasted Spirit | 756 W. Montrose St. | Sunday brunch 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; open from 11 a.m. daily | A brunch menu on Sundays; live music on its calendar |
| Cheeser’s Palace Cafe | 707 W. Montrose St. | See website | Waffles, signature mimosas, muesli and homemade granola, shrimp and grits on Wednesdays, craft beer; a menu for dogs is on the way |
| Energy Lab Cafe | 528 Eighth St. | 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays; 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday | Origin coffees, tea blends, fresh juices and smoothies, on Lake Minneola |
Energy Lab Cafe: 352-432-8985.
The Downtown Clermont Farmers Market sets up at 752 W. Montrose St. every Sunday from 9 a.m., so brunch and the market pair easily. Parking is free; the city’s downtown parking map (PDF) shows the lots.
Picking a spot
- Groups and families: the U.S. 27 and Hancock Road restaurants are larger and open early; First Watch lets you join the waitlist online before you leave home.
- Cocktails: Another Broken Egg Cafe has a full bar; downtown, The Roasted Spirit and Cheeser’s Palace Cafe both serve drinks.
- Coffee and a walk: Energy Lab Cafe is on Eighth Street at the lake end of downtown, a short walk from Waterfront Park and the Clermont/Minneola Trail.
- Dogs: the city invites visitors to bring “Fido” downtown; see dog-friendly Clermont for patios and the leash rules.
More on eating out in Clermont
- Date night in Clermont: dinner, wine and shows
- Live music and nightlife: breweries and bars
- A guide to historic downtown Clermont
- Restaurant inspections: the state’s latest inspection results
- New businesses: openings around town
Frequently asked questions
Where can I get brunch with mimosas in Clermont?
Another Broken Egg Cafe, 2633 S. U.S. Highway 27, serves brunch cocktails, mimosas and has a full bar, open 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Downtown, Cheeser’s Palace Cafe at 707 W. Montrose St. lists signature mimosas.
Is there Sunday brunch in downtown Clermont?
Yes. The Roasted Spirit, 756 W. Montrose St., serves brunch on Sundays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
What time does First Watch open in Clermont?
First Watch, 1600 Hancock Road, Suite 105, is open 7 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. every day and takes an online waitlist. Phone: 352-432-8851.
Where can I get breakfast early on a weekday in Clermont?
Another Broken Egg Cafe, First Watch and Keke’s Breakfast Cafe all open at 7 a.m. Energy Lab Cafe on Eighth Street opens at 8 a.m. for coffee, juices and smoothies.
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