Good Coffee.
Good Food.
Good Vibes.
Take a Break Cafe
Fresh breakfast & lunch served daily in Tampa, FL. Real food made with love — from Cuban sandwiches to signature lattes.
Good Food
Good Vibes ☕
Tampa's Favorite Neighborhood Cafe
Take a Break Cafe is your go-to spot in Tampa for fresh, made-to-order breakfast and lunch. Whether you're grabbing a quick coffee or sitting down for a Cuban sandwich — we've got you covered.
Fresh Made Daily
Every sandwich, salad, and bowl is prepared fresh to order using quality ingredients.
Cuban Specialties
Authentic Cuban bread, pressed sandwiches, and café con leche that'll transport you to Havana.
Specialty Coffee
Espresso, cappuccinos, iced coffee, café con leche — crafted with care every single cup.
Most Popular Items
From crowd-pleasing classics to signature specialties — these are the dishes our regulars keep coming back for.
Philly Cheese Steak
Served with French Fries or Chips
Cuban Sandwich
Pork, Ham, Salami, Mortadela, Swiss Cheese & Pickles on Fresh Cuban Bread
Breakfast Burrito
Eggs, Tomato, Ham, Bacon, Peppers, Onion & Cheese with Home Fries
Gyro
Mixed Lamb & Beef with Tzatziki Sauce, Lettuce & Tomato on Pita Bread
Meat Lover's Bowl
Egg, Ham, Bacon, Veggies & Cheese with Grits or Home Fries
Chef's Salad
Lettuce, Tomatoes, Peppers, Onions, Cucumbers, Ham, Turkey, Hard Boiled Egg & Croutons
View Our Complete Menu
Tap a tab to view our full breakfast or lunch menu. All sandwiches include chips and your choice of bread.
Breakfast served 7AM – 11AM daily · (813) 290-8996
Lunch served 11AM – 3PM daily · All sandwiches include chips · Choice of bread available
Coffee Love ☕
From a simple espresso to a Salted Caramel Cappuccino — every cup is made with care.
Ready to Take a Break?
Stop by or call us — we'd love to make your day a little better.
Call (813) 290-8996 (813) 290-8996Two Locations in Tampa, FL
Same good coffee, good food & good vibes — now at two neighborhood spots across Tampa. Both open 7AM–3PM daily.
Take a Break Cafe
Tampa, FL 33614
Take a Break Cafe
Tampa, FL 33618
⏰ Hours of Operation — Both Locations
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about our Tampa cafe — hours, locations, menu and ordering.
Where is Take a Break Cafe located?
Take a Break Cafe has two locations in Tampa, FL: 8194 Woodland Center Blvd, Tampa, FL 33614 and 3450 Buschwood Park Dr, Tampa, FL 33618 (near Carrollwood). Both serve the same full breakfast and lunch menu.
What are Take a Break Cafe's hours?
Both locations are open 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, seven days a week. Breakfast is served 7AM–11AM and lunch is served 11AM–3PM.
What food does Take a Break Cafe serve?
We serve made-to-order breakfast and lunch — including Cuban sandwiches, specialty sandwiches, soups, salads, and a full range of specialty coffee drinks. Good Coffee, Good Food, Good Vibes.
Does Take a Break Cafe offer takeout?
Yes. We offer both dine-in and takeout at both Tampa locations. Call (813) 290-8996 to order ahead.
What is Take a Break Cafe's phone number?
You can reach us at (813) 290-8996 for both the Woodland Center Blvd and Buschwood Park Dr locations.