NICK'S CAFE – American
A small counter cafe tucked into the base of a business complex on US 19 North in Clearwater, open weekday mornings into mid-afternoon and run by Nick, who cooks everything to order. The board stays under ten dollars almost throughout: a pressed Cuban with the bread properly toasted and cheese running out the sides, a chipotle ham and cheese panini, chicken Caesar wraps, quesadillas and loaded fries. Nothing sits under a heat lamp. Regulars talk about the value and the quiet, and about being recognised on the second visit. An office-park lunch spot that is genuinely worth finding.
18167 US HWY 19 N STE 130, CLEARWATER, FL, 33764 727-400-4773 https://www.nickscafela.com/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, low-carb, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, south-beach, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at NICK'S CAFE
Dairy-Free at NICK'S CAFE
NICK'S CAFE in Clearwater has 12 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including 2nd St., Eggs N Apple Chicken Sausage and Eggs N Steak. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at NICK'S CAFE
NICK'S CAFE in Clearwater has 11 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including 2nd St., Eggs N Apple Chicken Sausage and Eggs N Steak. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at NICK'S CAFE
NICK'S CAFE in Clearwater has 23 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chilaquiles Red Salsa, Chili Bowl and Avocado Egg N Cheddar Bagel. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at NICK'S CAFE
NICK'S CAFE in Clearwater has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Veggie Burrito. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at NICK'S CAFE
NICK'S CAFE in Clearwater has 3 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Broadway, Meat Lovers Skillet and Two Eggs. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at NICK'S CAFE
NICK'S CAFE in Clearwater has 20 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chilaquiles Red Salsa, Chili Bowl and Avocado Egg N Cheddar Bagel. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at NICK'S CAFE
NICK'S CAFE in Clearwater has 2 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Broadway and Veggie Burrito. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at NICK'S CAFE
NICK'S CAFE in Clearwater has 1 low-fat-tagged dish on its current menu, including Split Pea Soup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at NICK'S CAFE
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| SoCal Burrito | 105.3 g | 101.2 g |
| Protein Breakfast | 60.2 g | 56.4 g |
| Jalapeno Bacon Burger | 77.5 g | 48 g |
| Cajun Skillet | 60.8 g | 40.2 g |
| Chili Bowl | 25.9 g | 38.8 g |
| Two Eggs | 16.8 g | 32.6 g |
| Breakfast Tacos | 88 g | 29.8 g |
| Cowboy Skillet | 31.2 g | 23.4 g |
| Egg N Cheese Burrito | 9.1 g | 20.4 g |
| Broadway | 15.6 g | 20.1 g |
| Burrito Choice | 44.8 g | 18.2 g |
| Sunrise Breakfast | 48.2 g | 16.4 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Menu
Egg Combos
Egg dishes that include toast may sub for plain pancake or biscuit. Hash browns may sub for tomatoes.
- Nick’s Famous Ham N Eggs: Ham and eggs served with choice of side and toast Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Two Eggs: Two eggs prepared your way Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Eggs N Bacon: Eggs and bacon Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Eggs N Country Sausage: Eggs and country sausage Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Eggs N Sirloin Burger: Eggs and sirloin burger patty Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Eggs N Cajun Sausage: Eggs and cajun sausage Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Eggs N Hawaiian Sausage: Eggs and hawaiian sausage Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Eggs N Apple Chicken Sausage: Eggs and apple chicken sausage Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Eggs N Corned Beef Hash: Eggs and corned beef hash Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Eggs N Pork Chops: Eggs and pork chops Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Eggs N Steak: Eggs and steak Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
Omeletts
Omeletts come with hash browns and toast.
- Temple St.: Cheddar and jack Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Los Angeles St.: Spicy spanish sauce, sour cream, cilantro Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Olvera St: Salsa verde, ortega, sour cream, jack cheese Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Grand Ave.: Ham, onions, bell pepper, cheddar Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Spring St.: Sausage, onions, bell peppers, mushrooms, spinach, cheddar Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Broadway: Onions, bell pepper, zucchini, mushrooms, cilantro, cheddar Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Alpine St.: Turkey, bacon, avocado, tomato, jalapeno, jack Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- 1st St.: Spinach, mushrooms, tomato, jack, cilantro Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- 2nd St.: Bacon, tomato, avocado, jack Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Nick’s Omelet: Roast beef, avocado, onions, bells, tomatoes, jalapenos, cilantro, salsa, cheddar Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Power Omelet: Bell pepper, onions, tomato, spinach, mushrooms avocado, egg whites, served with tomatoes and toast Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
Breakfast Burritos
- Egg N Cheese Burrito: Egg, potatoes, and cheddar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Burrito Choice: Eggs, potatoes, cheddar, bell peppers, onions, jalapeños, and choice of one meat Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Rock ’n Breakfast Burrito: Roast beef, avocado, onions, bells, tomatoes, jalapeños, salsa, cheddar, potatoes, scrambled eggs Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Veggie Burrito: Onions, bells, zucchini, tomatoes, mushrooms, fresh basil, cheddar, potatoes, scrambled eggs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- SoCal Burrito: Eggs, bell pepper, onions, tomato, jalapeno cilantro, avocado, salsa, cheddar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Daylight Burrito: Turkey, egg whites, jack, avocado Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Sunlight Burrito: Choice of meat, eggs, cheese, avocado, house salsa Available at: breakfast, brunch
Skillets and Border Style
- Breakfast Quesadilla: Two scramble eggs, cheddar, jack, cilantro Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Breakfast Tacos: 3 tacos—choice of one meat, scramble eggs, cheese, cilantro Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Mexicali Chilaquiles: Eggs, avocado, queso fresco, sour cream, cotija cheese, cilantro Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Huevos Española: Fried tortillas, fried egg, spanish sauce, chiles, sour cream, cilantro, cotija cheese served with potatoes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Sonora Chilaquiles: Scrambled eggs, nopales, bells, onions, jalapenos, tomatoes, cilantro, queso fresco, sour cream, cotija cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Chilaquiles Red Salsa: Tortillas chips, scrambled eggs, red salsa, cilantro, sour cream, cotija Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Chilaquiles Green Salsa: Tortillas chips, scrambled eggs, green salsa, cilantro, sour cream, cotija Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Machaca: Shredded beef, scrambled eggs, jalapeños, onion cilantro, tomato, cheddar, cotija cheese Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Huevos Rancheros: Corn tortillas, fried egg, shredded beef, onions, bells, tomatoes, cilantro, ranchero sauce, ortega chile, cheddar, cotija cheese, sour cream served with cottage potatoes Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Cowboy Skillet: Country sausage patty, spinach, onions, bell pepper, mushrooms, scrambled eggs topped with country gravy, served with toast or tortillas Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Cajun Skillet: Cajun link, scrambled eggs, bell pepper, onion, tomato, spinach, cheddar, cilantro, served with toast or tortillas Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Meat Lovers Skillet: Ham, bacon, sausage, scrambled eggs, bells onions, cheddar Dietary tags: Low-Carb, South-Beach Available at: breakfast, brunch
Light Eaters
- Protein Breakfast: 2 egg whites, burger patty, fruit, cottage cheese Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Sunrise Breakfast: 2 bacon, 2 eggs, hash browns, toast Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Mini Pan San: 3 small plain cakes, 2 eggs, choice of meat Available at: breakfast, brunch
- First Light: 1 French toast, 2 eggs, choice of meat Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Mini Country Plate: 1 scrambled egg, sausage, 1 biscuit, country gravy Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Breakfast Sandwich: Egg, cheddar cheese, tomato, lettuce, mayo on choice of bread and choice of one meat Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Nick's Breakfast Sandwich: Toasted sourdough, grilled deli ham, scrambled eggs, cheddar, strawberry jam Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
Bagel Sandwiches
- Nick’s Bagel: Crisp bacon, fresh onion, fresh tomato, cream cheese Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Avocado Egg N Cheddar Bagel: Avocado, egg, and cheddar on a bagel Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Ham Egg N Cheddar Bagel: Ham, egg, and cheddar on a bagel Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Pastrami Egg N Swiss Bagel: Pastrami, egg, and swiss on a bagel Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Big Sausage Egg N Cheddar Bagel: Sausage, egg, and cheddar on a bagel Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Bagel with Cream Cheese: Toasted bagel with cream cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
Biscuit Corner
- BNG: Fresh baked biscuits and sausage gravy Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Half BNG: Half order of biscuits and gravy Available at: breakfast, brunch
- BNG Plus: Biscuits and gravy with a full country sausage patty Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Big Country Plate: Biscuits and gravy, sausage patty and scrambled eggs Available at: breakfast, brunch
Waffles, French Toast & Hot Cakes
- Waffle Supreme: Blueberries, bananas, strawberries, whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- FT Banana Split: Bananas, strawberries, whipped cream, caramel chocolate chips, chocolate sauce, caramel Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Banana Nut Cakes: Bananas, Nutella, peanuts, topped with whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Chocolate Chip Cakes: Chocolate chips baked in and chocolate syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
Burgers
Our burgers are 1/2 pound hand-packed Angus beef served on a brioche bun.
- Jr. Burger: 1/4 pound beef patty, lettuce, tomato, pickle, red onion, thousand island dressing served with fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nick’s Chili Burger: Nick’s famous chili, cheese, red onions, tomatoes, on a bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jalapeno Bacon Burger: Bacon, grilled jalapenos, tomatoes, grilled onions, cheddar, lettuce, mayo Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups N Chili
- Split Pea Soup: Made from ham bones and baked ham Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chili Bowl: With cheese, onions, cilantro Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chili Cheese Fries: Fries smothered in chili, cheddar, onions, cilantro Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about NICK'S CAFE
- Is NICK'S CAFE dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. NICK'S CAFE has 12 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including 2nd St., Eggs N Apple Chicken Sausage and Eggs N Steak.
- What can I eat at NICK'S CAFE on a dairy-free diet?
- 2nd St., Eggs N Apple Chicken Sausage and Eggs N Steak carry the dairy-free tag, out of 12 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Is NICK'S CAFE gluten-free?
- 11 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at NICK'S CAFE?
- SoCal Burrito, at roughly 101.2g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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