Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.6 out of 5
Outstanding | 9205 reviews

What Garth Haag doesn't like about Backwater:
Appreciate the vegan focus! The vegan sausage was excellent! The pancakes, however had a double dose of baking power (ouch), so the batch we had was not so yummy View all feedback. What Sarah Frauchiger likes about Backwater:
If I could review this place 10 stars, I would. I'm from Miami so ive been to nearly every brunch place. This place blows every single one out if the water. From the atmosphere, friendly staff, and food quality, I will make the trip up here just for breakfast. I had the cuban eggs Benny and it was cooked PERFECTLY. I also had a watermelon Mint mimosa that made me never want a regular mimosa again. Best thing about th... View all feedback.

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Gastroranking-it
4.8 ★ from 50 reviews
Barbara
21.09.2024 - 12:25

Ate here this morning and we are extremely happy. Can't wait to come back for breakfast! Best place around. Great crispy thick bacon, xtra crispy home fries and...

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Suzi
21.09.2024 - 12:25

Going there right now-on Labor Day! As usual excellent pancakes n great friendly service!

Dr
21.09.2024 - 12:25

Blackwater's is a nice place with a different slant to breakfast. They have tables with griddles in the center to allow you to fry your own pancakes. For a very...

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Arshima
21.09.2024 - 12:25

It was such a great and fun experience. The food and drinks were amazing. The service was exceptional.

mary
21.09.2024 - 12:25

Huge portions with Vegetarian, Vegan and Gluten Free modifications for nearly everything on the menu. The server told me the home fries are cooked with gluten f...

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A vegan-focused restaurant in Central Florida offers a decent selection of breakfast options, with highlights like vegan sausage and tofu scramble. The service is friendly and the portions are generous. While some dishes are a bit greasy, others like the pancakes and omelet are delicious. The ambiance is great, with taxidermy birds on the walls adding a quirky touch. Despite some minor issues like a lack of vegan options and the need for real maple syrup, overall, this eatery is worth a visit for a satisfying breakfast experience. Staff members are accommodating and knowledgeable about the vegan offerings.

Happycow
3.5 ★ from 29 reviews
ElizabethCooke
28.05.2024 - 15:53

Vegan pancakes, tofu scramble, and vegan sausage are incredible! There are several more vegan options. We hadn't been in years, and today's breakfast didn't dis...

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Landelius
28.05.2024 - 15:53

The service at this restaurant is excellent and efficient, with a wide variety of vegan choices available.

meroe05
28.05.2024 - 15:53

I adore the food at this restaurant. The service is exceptional!

veganhubby
28.05.2024 - 15:53

I absolutely enjoyed the vegan pancakes at this restaurant. They are a must-try! Just be aware that there is an additional charge for vegan options on the menu....

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JessicaDieterle
28.05.2024 - 15:53

Staff is friendly and so accommodating. Portions are very generous. I felt my riven was greasy with the fried tofu and over pulled the bread. Tasty but greasy....

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Menu
3.6 ★ from 20 reviews
Dax
08.09.2022 - 16:02

I love the vegan pancakes. be prepared to pay the vegan tax on all items. extra 1$ for pancakes. extra 1.50$ for vegan speck and extra for the tofu instead of s...

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Berniece
08.09.2022 - 16:02

The personal is friendly and so courteous. portions are very generous. I felt that my riven greasy was with the fried tofu and pulled over the brot. my man love...

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Giuseppe
08.09.2022 - 16:02

To the breakfast. very vegan friendly. server gave several suggestions to the breakfast. I ordered the vegan tofu eggs and added the “eggs” on the recommendatio...

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Laure
08.09.2022 - 16:02

I liked it, my own pancakes and all the topping options I had.

Van
08.09.2022 - 16:02

I love that I can get vegan and gluten free pancake batter here. My son loves making his own on the griddle at the table. There's other vegan options too, such...

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Sirved
4.4 ★ from 713 reviews
Lamar
11.06.2023 - 07:11

We stayed in Melbourne for a comedy show and decided to get up early the next day and find a good place for breakfast. We decided on Backwater based on the revi...

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Quentin
11.06.2023 - 07:11

It's my birthday. Everything was great. Had the steak sandwich and tomato bisque. The woman had the Bourbon revival. All right. Definitely back and will definit...

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Talon
11.06.2023 - 07:11

Known for its pancake tables, where I never had a chance to sit because it is always crowded here for brunch. even though the house kartoffel was made overcooke...

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Catharine
11.06.2023 - 07:11

This was a certain stop when you are in the Melbourne area. It is a brunch restaurant with a great atmosphere. You have the possibility to choose a table with a...

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Constance
11.06.2023 - 07:11

I already want to go back. We were visiting friends that live in the area and they were so excited to take us here. Service was great and the menu was even bett...

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Google
4.6 ★ from 2886 reviews
Tripadvisor
4.5 ★ from 385 reviews
Gastroranking-us
4.6 ★ from 2968 reviews

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