This contest started on 7/17/26. This contest has a winner.

* Win A $10 Nelson’s Diner Gift Card.

Jeff Eats got a $10 Nelson’s Diner Gift Card to give to one of you guys!

The game- the first 15 “reader-comments” received – will be entered in a “blind hat pick”! You can submit as many comments as you’d like but- Please, only 1- reader comment – per day…play fair!

The $10 Gift Card is good at Nelson’s Diner, 438 South Cypress Road, Pompano Beach, Florida 33060, (954) 785-3646.

You can check menu/prices/info at nelsonsdiner.net.

Posted on November 14th, 2014

***** Nelson’s Diner, 438 South Cypress Road, Pompano Beach, Florida 33060, (954) 785-3646.

Thank you very much!

Nelson’s Diner…”mom & pop”- 1950’s-1960’s décor- booth/table/counter seating diner. The joint is open Monday-Friday 6am-3pm, Saturday-Sunday 7am-2:30pm.

Jeff Eats recently did breakfast and really enjoyed the joint. Before I get into the breakfast, I’m thinking that Nelson (or whatever the owner’s name is) must really “love” Elvis Presley…pictures- posters all over the joint. Like I said 1-second ago…. Thank you very much! So if you aren’t into the King, anyway…

You can check Nelson’s menu/prices-at nelsonsdinerpompano.com. For you guys who like things handed to you, loads of breakfast stuff, appetizers, sandwiches, burgers, salads, lunch entrees.

Now, about that breakfast,

Jeff Eats was there on a Tuesday morning around 7:30am and the joint was jammed. Just an eyeball call, but I’m thinking that Nelson’s seats maybe 40…

Jeff Eats’ party of four…ordered- Belgian waffle with bacon ($5.99), country fried steak/2eggs/hash browns/toast ($7.99), biscuits and gravy ($3.99), French toast ($3.99), pancakes (3-$4.69), western omelette/hash browns/toast ($6.79)…and I gotta tell you, Nelson’s makes real good breakfast food. Nothing for nothing, I’ve eaten in my fair share of mom & pop diners and Nelson’s definitely holds its own against the best of them.

Let me wrap this up for you,

You guys know by now, that Jeff Eats is a huge fan of the mom & pop-neighborhood diner “concept”…I really enjoyed Nelson’s Diner. The food was right on the money, the prices were reasonable, the service was pleasant, the décor was “whatever”-and Jeff Eats left Nelson’s Diner knowing that America was built brick by brick by guys like Nelson -or whatever the owner’s name is. By the way, I know, a bit over-dramatic, but hey!- last Tuesday was Veterans Day.

Nelson’s Diner is a winner. If you live or work in Nelson’s neighborhood give it a shot, you won’t be disappointed!

This contest started on 7/16/26.This contest has a winner.

* Win A $10 Nelson’s Diner Gift Card.

Jeff Eats got a $10 Nelson’s Diner Gift Card to give to one of you guys!

The game- the first 20 “reader-comments” received – will be entered in a “blind hat pick”! You can submit as many comments as you’d like but- Please, only 1- reader comment – per day…play fair!

The $10 Gift Card is good at Nelson’s Diner, 438 South Cypress Road, Pompano Beach, Florida 33060, (954) 785-3646.

You can check menu/prices/info at nelsonsdiner.net.

Posted on November 14th, 2014

***** Nelson’s Diner, 438 South Cypress Road, Pompano Beach, Florida 33060, (954) 785-3646.

Thank you very much!

Nelson’s Diner…”mom & pop”- 1950’s-1960’s décor- booth/table/counter seating diner. The joint is open Monday-Friday 6am-3pm, Saturday-Sunday 7am-2:30pm.

Jeff Eats recently did breakfast and really enjoyed the joint. Before I get into the breakfast, I’m thinking that Nelson (or whatever the owner’s name is) must really “love” Elvis Presley…pictures- posters all over the joint. Like I said 1-second ago…. Thank you very much! So if you aren’t into the King, anyway…

You can check Nelson’s menu/prices-at nelsonsdinerpompano.com. For you guys who like things handed to you, loads of breakfast stuff, appetizers, sandwiches, burgers, salads, lunch entrees.

Now, about that breakfast,

Jeff Eats was there on a Tuesday morning around 7:30am and the joint was jammed. Just an eyeball call, but I’m thinking that Nelson’s seats maybe 40…

Jeff Eats’ party of four…ordered- Belgian waffle with bacon ($5.99), country fried steak/2eggs/hash browns/toast ($7.99), biscuits and gravy ($3.99), French toast ($3.99), pancakes (3-$4.69), western omelette/hash browns/toast ($6.79)…and I gotta tell you, Nelson’s makes real good breakfast food. Nothing for nothing, I’ve eaten in my fair share of mom & pop diners and Nelson’s definitely holds its own against the best of them.

Let me wrap this up for you,

You guys know by now, that Jeff Eats is a huge fan of the mom & pop-neighborhood diner “concept”…I really enjoyed Nelson’s Diner. The food was right on the money, the prices were reasonable, the service was pleasant, the décor was “whatever”-and Jeff Eats left Nelson’s Diner knowing that America was built brick by brick by guys like Nelson -or whatever the owner’s name is. By the way, I know, a bit over-dramatic, but hey!- last Tuesday was Veterans Day.

Nelson’s Diner is a winner. If you live or work in Nelson’s neighborhood give it a shot, you won’t be disappointed!

* Are sports prediction markets legal? Status of Kalshi and Polymarket in all 50 states.

To all you guys who have e-mailed Jeff Eats all I can say is – the bet here (pun intended) is that the SUPREME COURT of the UNITED STATES will eventually decide the matter!

In the meantime, checkout a great article “Are sports prediction markets legal? Status of Kalshi and Polymarket in all 50 states” at cbssports.com that really details the current prediction markets saga…

This contest started on 7/13/26. This contest has a winner.

* Win A $50 Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse Gift Card.

Jeff Eats got a $50 Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse Gift Card to give to one of you guys!

The game- the first 50 “reader-comments” received – will be entered in a “blind hat pick”! You can submit as many comments as you’d like but- Please, only 1- reader comment – per day…play fair!

The $50 Gift Card is good at Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse, 601 East Atlantic Avenue, Suite 109- Delray Beach, FLorida 33483, (561) 894-9450.

You can check menu/prices/info at Hydeparkrestaurants.com.

Posted on May 27th, 2026

***** Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse, 601 East Atlantic Avenue, Suite 109- Delray Beach, FLorida 33483, (561) 894-9450.

Got a real good upscale- steakhouse for you guys to check-out, Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse in Delray Beach.

Simple tale to tell. Last night Jeff Eats, Mrs. Jeff Eats and our friends Steve and Susan “discovered” Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse and its food and service were right on the money! Table/booth seating/ full eat at liquor bar, decor wise- unlike many upscale steakhouses that favor dark dreary wood and dim lights Hyde Park is brightly lit by loads of chandeliers with walls covered with all kinds of interesting art -work and photographs, REASONABLY PRICED full boat menu of expected appetizers/ salads/ soups/ steaks/ seafood/ entrees/ sides/ desserts, happy hour, early bird specials.

Let’s wrap-up Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse by saying- it’s an absolute must try! Dynamite Food Priced Right…a waitstaff that knows exactly what it’s doing…

Trust Jeff Eats on this one, unless you are a fancy schmancy person -you will absolutely love this joint! Delicious food and the staff is as pleasant and knowledgeable as can be. On the dress front- I saw a whole bunch of folks in shorts- and I seriously doubt that you will need a second job to pay the bill!

You guys can check menu/prices, info at Hydeparkrestaurants.com

Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse is open:
Sunday- Thursday
4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Friday- Saturday
4:00 PM – 10:00 PM

***** DISH OF THE WEEK- Sunday – 7/12/26- IL FIORE.

One of Jeff Eats’ favorite menu items…

MEATBALL PARMIGIANA SUB
($13.95- all beef, marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, in-house baked toasted seeded sub roll)

Il Fiore
9874 Yamato Road
Boca Raton, Florida 33434
(561) 931-2926
Latest Review: 5/12/26

Trust Jeff Eats on this one- IL FIORE is a home-run must try joint!

Posted on May 12th, 2026.

***** Il Fiore, 9874 Yamato Road, Boca Raton, Florida 33434, (561) 931-2926.

Got a real good Italian joint for you guys to checkout- Il Fiore in Boca Raton.

Simple tale to tell, last night Jeff Eats, Mrs. Jeff Eats and our friends Allan and Nancy “discovered” Il Fiore and I gotta tell you- absolutely dynamite food! Handful of indoor and out-door tables, reasonably priced lunch and dinner menus loaded with appetizers/ salads/ soups/ pastas/ hot and cold subs-sandwiches/ pizzas/ entrees/ in-house baked breads/ desserts.

Now you guys know (or should know by now), that Florida has more “mom & pop” pizza joints than there are Chins in a Chinese phone-book…Trust me when I tell you, Il Fiore is definitely one of the best!

Il Fiore is open 7 days a week 11am-8pm.

Let’s wrap-up IL Fiore by saying- this joint is an absolute must try!

* Humor!
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An old religious woman goes to a pet store to buy a parrot. Everything is fine until she brings it home. It begins to swear uncontrollably. F this, F that, F you and finally the lady can stand it no more. She grabs the bird, shoves it in the freezer, and slams the door shut. Squawking, shrieking, pounding, and cursing come out of the freezer for a few moments and then it goes quiet.

The woman is scared that she has hurt the bird and opens the freezer. The parrot walks calmly out and steps gently onto the woman’s outstretched hand. He looks into the lady’s eyes and says “Ma’am, I am truly sorry if my language offended you and it will not recur. If I may ask, what did the chicken do?”

This contest started on 7/9/26. This contest has a winner.

* Win 3- $10 Wingstop Gift Cards.

Jeff Eats got 3- $10 Wingstop Gift Cards to give to one of you guys!

The game- the first 60 “reader-comments” received – will be entered in a “blind hat pick”! You can submit as many comments as you’d like but- Please, only 1- reader comment – per day…play fair!

The $10 Gift Cards are good at any of Wingstop’s 144 Florida locations.

Check menu/prices/locations/info at wingstop.com

Originally posted on June 23rd, 2026.

* William Cintron Starring In Frankie Valli & The Legends Live/ Saturday, July 11th, 2026/ North Lake Presbyterian Church.

This one is for all you guys who like to follow Jeff Eats and Mrs. Jeff Eats’ social calendar…

Mrs, Jeff Eats’ cousin Barbara and her husband Jon who live in Lady Lake- invited us to spend a couple of days at their home and are taking us to see Willian Cintron who is one of the best Frankie Valli/50s-70s tribute artists in the business!

You guys can get event info/tickets at stellarstageshows.com/freeconcerts

Just a small taste of William Cintron’s singing “prowess”…

This contest started on 7/6/26. This contest has a winner.

* Win 3- $10 Fran’s Chicken Haven Gift Cards.

Jeff Eats got 3- $10 Fran’s Chicken Haven Gift Cards to give to one of you guys!

The game- the first 60 “reader-comments” received – will be entered in a “blind hat pick”! You can submit as many comments as you’d like but- Please, only 1- reader comment – per day…play fair!

The $10 Gift Cards are good at Fran’s Chicken Haven, 1925 North Federal Highway, Boca Raton, Florida 33432, (561) 395-0781.

You can check menu/prices at franschickenhaven.com.

Posted on December 28th, 2015

***** Fran’s Chicken Haven, 1925 North Federal Highway, Boca Raton, Florida 33432, (561) 395-0781

Let’s just call this- a Jeff Eats’ “Certain Things Bear Repeating” story…

Jeff Eats just has to laugh- when the Sun Sentinel seemingly “year after year crowns” PUBLIX FRIED CHICKEN the best in South Florida! There is an old Irish saying- “Give Me A Fu@king Break.”

Long story short, Jeff Eats and Mrs. Jeff Eats have been- on and off (see below-as to why “on and off”) “taking-out” fried chicken and “various” sides from Fran’s Chicken Haven in Boca Raton for something like 23 years!- and I gotta tell you -that this joint’s fried chicken/sides are absolute dynamite! Trust Jeff Eats on this one – trying to rank the “best” in the food reviewing game- is a dumb no win game…with that in mind, what I do know, is that Fran’s fried chicken is off-the-chart good and that after you eat it- you will never-want to voluntarily buy or eat Publix fried chicken ever again!

If you want to eat outrageously delicious fried chicken…Fran’s Chicken Haven is a must try.

You can check menu/info at franschickenhaven.com.

Posted on July 5th, 2013

***** Fran’s Chicken Haven, 1925 North Federal Highway, Boca Raton, Florida 33432, (561) 395-0781.

Got something terrific for you…

That’s assuming that you aren’t a “follower” of NYC Mayor Bloomberg–in that you don’t need “Big Brother” (and no, I’m not talking about Janis’ group) to tell you what you can and can’t eat…

Real fast… from 1964-2000 a woman named Fran (thus the name Fran’s Chicken Haven) and her husband Joe, operated a “hole-in-the-wall” fried chicken joint—Fran’s Chicken Haven in Boca Raton. Maybe 3 tables and 4-5 counter seats. In a nutshell, amazing fried chicken and assorted sides. In 2000 the couple retired and sold the business—for the past 12-13 years Fran’s has had 3-maybe 4 different owners who slowly but surely wrecked the business. Jeff Eats may not be the sharpest pencil in the box, but I do know that when something ain’t broke, you don’t try and fix it…one owner changed the batter-mix and added latin sides, another made the joint a kosher chicken restaurant-closing on Friday nights and all day Saturday—hopefully you get the picture.

Since Fran and Joe sold the joint, Jeff Eats who had previously been a real-steady customer, has maybe picked-up chicken 7 or 8 times in the ensuing years.

Now the news…two brothers- Jake Stuart (aged 19) and Chris Stuart (aged 32) both born and bred—Boca Ratonians—bought Fran’s a month or so ago…and have literally “brought” it back to where it was taste-wise during the Fran & Joe era. How does Jeff Eats know all this? Because…Jeff Eats and Mrs. Jeff Eats ala Marvin Gaye heard it through the grapevine—and yesterday, picked up an 8 piece fried chicken, French fries, onion rings, fried corn nibblets order—and I gotta tell you, the food tastes just like we “remember” Fran making it…the “boys” told us that the sale/purchase of the business had included all of Fran’s original recipes and that they had visited with Fran and Joe (who still live in Boca Raton) to get a feel on how to run the joint.

Let me leave you guys with this…if you like fried chicken, fries, onion rings, fried corn nibblets—-then you gotta get over to Fran’s Chicken Haven.

One final thought…

Jake and Chris— When the crowds start pouring in, which they will—don’t even think of renaming the joint- Stuart Brothers Chicken Haven or some such variation!

Down below is the original June 20, 2006 Jeff Eats’ review for Fran’s Chicken Haven:

***** “Fran’s makes some of the best fried chicken that you have ever tasted. This joint has been around something like 40 years and is an absolute hole in the wall. Basically a take-out joint, there are a few tables and a counter for those who want to “dine in.” FRIED is the word here…shrimp, corn, french fries, onion rings. Everything is absolutely delicious.

Don’t tell your cardiologist about this joint.

Fran’s is open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner.”

***** The Fresh Market- Loved By Us – Chocolate Chip Crispies Cookies.

Now, you guys and Jeff Eats both know that this whole food blog “reviewing” situation is purely one big subjective call- you know, what I like, you may hate and vice versa!

With that in mind, last night while shopping at The Fresh Market located at 5540 North Military Trail, Boca Raton, Florida 33496, (561) 994-2221) I came across the below pictured $6.99- 12 count box of The Fresh Market- Loved By Us – Chocolate Chip Crispies Cookies and decided to give the cookies a shot! By the way, Love By Us is one of The Fresh Market’s private label house brands- as for the cookies, they were delicious!

Trust Jeff Eats on this one, if you’re into thin crispy crunchy chocolate chip cookies, you will absolutely love these cookies!

You guys can check product info and retail locations at thefreshmarket.com.