Basell’s Restaurant & Tavern in Niagara Falls

4880 Victoria Ave, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 4C5, Canada

★★★★☆
(319 reviews)
Categories: Restaurant

About

Old-fashioned diner popular for breakfast & American classics, with comfy booth seating.

Website
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Address
4880 Victoria Ave, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 4C5, Canada
Plus Code
4W3G+9R Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada
Time Zone
America/Toronto

Business Hours

Monday
8:30 AM–3:30 PM
Tuesday
9 AM–1 PM
Wednesday
9 AM–1 PM
Thursday
9 AM–1 PM
Friday
9 AM–1 PM
Saturday
9 AM–1 PM
Sunday
8 AM–5 PM

Services

Service options
Delivery Takeaway Dine-in
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park Wheelchair-accessible entrance Wheelchair-accessible seating
Offerings
Alcohol Beer Cocktails Coffee Spirits Wine
Dining options
Breakfast Brunch Lunch Dinner Dessert Seating
Amenities
Bar on site Toilets
Atmosphere
Casual Cosy
Crowd
Groups
Payments
Credit cards Debit cards NFC mobile payments Credit cards
Children
Good for kids High chairs
Parking
Free of charge street parking Free parking lot Parking

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Reviews

4.0
★★★★☆
319 reviews

Most Mentioned

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5 stars
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★★★★★
December 1, 2024

Me and the boys had breakfast here this morning, and what a pleasant meal we had. The coffee was great, the bacon was perfect (Real, thick cut bacon - not that cheap stuff many other restaurants try to feed ya), eggs also perfect...food was also served quickly. Our server was an amazing lady, and we made each other laugh a few times. We felt very welcomed like we were eating at our relatives house. Nice indoor atmosphere. There is a cool diner style bar with stools at the front, and then the rest of the place has nice furnishing that gives you an old school, comforting feel. This place really is a gem. Forget Denny's and the cheap low quality buffets...check out Bassel's and see for yourself. This is my new breakfast spot anytime me and the boys come to Niagara to paint the town red.

★★★★★
November 17, 2024

Delicious breakfast, and wonderful, courteous service!! Would definitely recommend… Our family has been coming here for for 40+ years whenever we visit Niagara:)

★★★★★
July 4, 2024

We first visited Bassell's 24 years ago and it was amazing then. The food tasted like a bite of home. Everything we ordered was delicious. Customer service was great and they make you feel like family when you're there. The impression left was so nice we knew we wanted to go back. Unfortunately it took us 24 years to get back, however, believe me when I say it was the same 24 years later. Everyone was so glad we went. Once again the food, customer service, and atmosphere was the same. I was very impressed that the important things have not changed. Very friendly and efficient. We literally have plans to return very soon. This is our go to spot. We love it there.

★★★★★
May 21, 2024

Nice diner restaurant. Staff were friendly and accommodating. The food was decently priced, and the portion size was great. Everyone was happy after the meal. We will be back when in Niagara and looking for a place to eat.

★★★★★
March 12, 2024

The service was welcoming and homey, the food was great, cozy place in a nostalgic way, and the food was made fresh and fast. Very reasonable prices and now I know why this place has become a favourite for many, I'll definitely be coming back. The owners were so kind and loving, that when paired with excellent food, it makes all the difference. Thank you!

★★★★★
August 7, 2023

Basell’s Restaurant is a time capsule of flavors and vibes! The Hamburger Melt was divine, and the retro 50s atmosphere adds authenticity to the experience. It's like dining in a vintage dream that's stayed untouched for decades.

★★★★★
January 26, 2022

Best breakfast that I have had . I ordered the hungry man’s breakfast with Extra crispy fries , they delivered 😩😩😩😩 the toast amazing , the potatoes , the eggs , the sausages, the bacon .. all 100/10 beautiful!! Thank you

★★★★★
February 25, 2017

OK, so let's say you go to Niagara Falls and really want a feel of the Canadian side. Let's say you're hungry and are sick and tired of the tourist traps. Go here!!! The food was amazing. The pancakes were so fluffy and tasty. Coffee was fantastic and the breakfast meats were to die for.

★★★★★
November 22, 2024

Kid-friendliness: Definitely kids friendly Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 22, 2024

Great breakfast, prices were reasonable and the lady who served us was a sweetheart.

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

Very old diner. The food was very good though and the server was wonderful.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

Since now under new management the restaurant has definitely turned around. I stopped going there years ago. But with new owners it seems this place is on its way to returning to a great spot to eat again.

★★★★★
August 22, 2024

Nice place with a very friendly owner. The food is nice and the prices are reasonable

★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

Food was underwhelming and service wasnt any better.

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

Charming and kind to the soul

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

I was there again after a few years and was thrilled. The food and service were excellent.

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

Came in with a big group and received fantastic service and hospitality. Owner is very kind and accommodating. Breakfast was great!

★★★★★
June 22, 2024

Delicious breakfast, awesome service, great coffee

★★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

Excellent hostess and great service. Food experience was also nice. Would like to visit back again, when coming to Niagara. Washroom needs a renovation too.

★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

I had the toasted western, and there was just something off about the eggs, they really bad flavor. I dont know if the eggs were bad or if maybe they cooked them in a frying pan that had previously something else cooked in it. But even my friend said there was an off flavor about them. My friend had the hungry man breakfast and the sausage was so greasy that they could not eat it. The customer service was good, the atmosphere was okay. I just was not a fan of the food.

★★★★★
March 22, 2024

Wonderful owners, really great food. We came with 4 adults and 4 kids, very family friendly.. will be back next time were in Niagra for sure.

★★★★★
Local Guide
January 22, 2024

Breakfast with a smile, a Niagara Falls classic, been stopping in as long as I can remember, they even keep a personal mug for you behind the counter for when you come in, great food. Always great service and a quality you can count on.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Great food. This place hasnt changed in decades and I love it Wheelchair accessibility: The washrooms are down a flight of stairs Food : 5/5 |

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Some of the best French toast I ve ever had in my life!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

What a fabulous breakfast!!! Thank you for the friendly wonderful service!!! I was so happy to see that the new owners haven t changed the atmosphere or food!!! Such lovely people. Brought back so many childhood memories We will definitely be back!

December 22, 2023

Arrived for breakfast at 11:20, ordered at 1125, got first coffee at 1130 ok .. second coffee or next time we saw the waitress was 1206, still no food, food came at 1215 and it was missing bacon and 1 of the 3 eggs. They were more concerned about making sure nobody sat at table 5. Restaurant was freezing cold and Erie quiet. One of the worst experiences I ve ever had going to a dinner. I think they are still out there looking for my 3rd egg. Never again.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Best breakfast ever! (hungry man)

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

The place and service is nice but the food is just cheap low quality food. The quantity is big and price is quite okay though.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

The hungry man, ask for that dish, he is compliant!! The service is very good, the chat with the lady who serves was lovely!!! We will return!!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Good breakfast and good service

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Great little old style diner located downtown Niagara Falls. Very friendly staff and delicious food at a good price point. Recommend for sure!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Very welcoming atmosphere. I really enjoyed the breakfast here and the service is great. I would recommend anyone coming to the area to have breakfast here.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Dont bother looking at the menu. just order the club sandwich.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Ive been going here since I was a very young kid and yes a lot has changed but the quality of the food and staff has stayed the same

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

By far the best Eggs Benedict Ive ever had!!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

If you are hungry then you have to try the Hungry Man at Basells. Loved its vintage look and really happy with the servers. Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Classic Nostalgia to Dinners. Amazing food and service with very reasonable price. Must visit in Niagara

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

We enjoy this place for breakfast the service is ok, they kind of leave you alone which is nice.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Super friendly and well-priced.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Love these old dinners great price ob breakfast and killer hashbrowns( they deep frie them after boiling them for a bit so you get that crisp with a nice soft center) definitely will be going back a must try!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Very good breakfast here and still affordable at 9.99 2 eggs 3 bacon, home fries and toast. This is definitely a hidden gem nice a quiet not to busy. Hoping when you read this review you will stop in a support this local business. Hands down better than IHOP , Perkins or Dennys please make sure you stop in and give these folks a try. Eat well and live life to the fullest folks!!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Retro restaurant has that old school atmosphere which I love! Fantastic food!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Amazing, gentle hostess. Delicious food. Calm ambiance. Good prices. Cant recommend it enough !!!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Basell s is a classic and staple restaurant in the Niagara region. The service was quick and the food was good! I recommend the hungry man!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

if you are looking for a typical breakfast place, this will fit the bill. friendly staff, tasty food, good service Wheelchair accessibility: easy access

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

It was never closed. Open 7 days a week. Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Best value for breakfast in Niagara Falls. Friendly staff and great food.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Friendly and attentive service. Classic breakfast items done simply. Food is comforting and as expected.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Great little Breakfast Diner Definitely would recommend, very clean and delicious Owners are very friendly

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Always feels like coming home! New management is great, they are friendly and kept the ambiance we have known forever. We even rented out the diningroom for a ba y shower and everyone loved it!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Good food, decent price, clean

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Awesome place for breakfast

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

I have personally been going to basels since I was little. Ive had family and friends who worked there. Food is good, place is always clean, has not been nearly as busy as it used to.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Nice place for family breakfast!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Good breakfast early bird till 11am 7.99. Not bad.

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Service was quick & friendly. Food was ok. Omelet was good, French toast was good, fried potatoes were ok, breakfast sausage was ok, bread was presented as included but was an upcharge, water tasted like high mineral content.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Super friendly, fast service and fresh food! Thank you

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Arrived early on a Sunday morning. Only customers. Friendly service! Great omlette and so big! Home fries crispy and delicious! Plus none of the crazy congestion closer to the Falls!

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Good food at a great price and the service was really good

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Great place for breakfast! Prices are reasonable and the food is really really good! No touristy stuff going on here! They even have a parking lot! Parking: Parking lot at the side of the building.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Had the Liver and Onions. Delicious, and Great Service

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Good food

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

My favorite place .I did my home work from school there and owner treat me well

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Always a great breakfast. Been going as long as I can remember.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

delicious breakfast spot!! the eggs benedict was especially delicious, the wait staff were friendly and attentive and though we sat on the patio the inside was super cool and retro!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

The restaurant is clean and the food is fantastic. I had a club and it was real Turkey. My hubby had the steak melt and he didnt want to give me a bite. The food is homemade!!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Hasnt been renovated since the 70s but thats half the fun. The food was good. Prices were fair. Hot turkey sandwich was tasty.

★★★★
December 22, 2021

Great food, super friendly service!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

It was good. Server was friendly. Cheap eats.

★★★★
December 22, 2020

Pricey nice waitress

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Not the same owners, nowhere near the same as before. Use to throw a geaping pile of bacon with your eggs. Now 2 or 3 pieces. Shame as this use to be a GREAT breakfast place

December 22, 2020

Absolutely disgusting. Ordered food and drinks, we got water for the table. And all of our cups were dirty. And the waitress said just to grab another cup from another table.... sorry but you dont do that, wont ever be going there again. We left on the spot. If they dont care about there cups being cleaned then who knows how dirty the kitchen is.. You are a restaurant.. keep your dishes clean!!!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Breakfast u always get tons of bacon not like other restaurants

Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Disgusting breakfast food! Everything is covered in oil, and usually burnt

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Grest breakfast, great prices, great service!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Delicious breakfast. Made to order. Fast and friendly service.

★★★★
December 22, 2020

Delicious and quick. A nice spot away from the usual crowds.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

If you are visiting Niagara Falls and want to go where the locals go- Basells is your place. There is a server there who has been there many years and is the absolute sweetest and treats you like family. The atmosphere gives you the feel of a retro diner (not because it is designed that way, but because it just still that original) and the food is fantastic. Ive only eaten there once as I was visiting from the U.S., but will definitely be back if we visit Niagara Falls again. Highly recommend!

★★★★★
December 22, 2020

Really good place! And open through covid

★★★★★
December 22, 2020

Service and food was excellent!! I will be returning for more :)

December 22, 2020

Horrible. I will never eat there again.

★★★★★
December 22, 2020

Old school tavern / diner, great breakfast! Well definitely be back

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Good food and service

★★★★★
December 22, 2020

Fantastic meal for two, extremely sweet server. Can t go wrong coming here !

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Great little spot if you need a quiet place to work, fast WIFI and good, cheap eats. The staff are friendly and understanding if you are WFH but need a place to work thats not home.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Great old school dinner! Delicious traditional breakfastS. Very friendly staff.

★★★★★
December 22, 2019

this is a great restaurant

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Nice people. Great old restaurant.

★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Not what it was but still good

★★★★★
December 22, 2019

Always friendly,fast and the food is amazing!!

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Its ok.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Classic diner. Great food. Free parking.

★★★★
December 22, 2019

Great Breakfast, friendly staff and quick service. Its also reasonable priced.

Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Not so great greasy and the bacon isnt very good terrible coffee

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Good mom and pop type restaurant. Its a fee blocks off the typical beaten path for tourists so the prices are more reasonable too. Great portion size.

★★★★
December 22, 2019

Food was good and good portion size. Coffee was okay.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

This is our Favorite breakfast restaurant, every time we visit Niagara Falls we eat at Basells, its been there since the 40s and we know why,

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Delicious home cooked breakfast!!! Service was fast and friendly. Will definitely be going back again!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Great food. Grest prices. If your in the Falls please visit you wont be disappointed. The restaurant looks older but who cares the food is amazing. The new owner of two years seems to care what the people want and seems to try and visit each table . The waitress wasnt the best but the owner caring as much as she did made up for that. We take are autistic child there without any issues. The waitress usually removes all the glasses when we ask. But this one just wasnt on the ball. We have been going there a long time. I am grateful they brought back the breakfast potatoes they are to die for. The amount of food they give is awesome. People if you are in the Falls give it a try. You wont be disappointed with the food I promise.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Very good food, quick and nice service. Plus it beats going to IHOP which is all this stupid town has to offer for breakfast. Recommend this place big time.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Great place for breakfast

December 22, 2019

Never had good experiences here

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Great food. Recommend club or Western sandwich. Definitely not recently renod....but that is the charm. VERY clean. Super friendly and professional service.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Basells is a staple in Niagara Falls. Back in the 80s they would give you so much food..not only was it tasty but it was a trough of food,fit for the Greeks. Over the yrs they have cut back here and there. But a sandwich is a sandwich for 2. Always enjoyed the roast beef..or the hot beef sandwich. A must for those who yearn for nostalgic restaurants. This has not changed since the 80s.

★★★★★
December 22, 2019

Excellent diner experience. We had breakfast it was tasty, quick, and generous! The hostess was wonderful.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

A relic from an older era. Friendly staff and surprisingly clean inside, given that the decor seems untouched for the last four decades. The food is surprisingly good for the price, but thats what gives places like this their iconic charm, especially in an unpretentious neighbourhood like Victoria Ave.

★★★
December 22, 2019

Sucked

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Decent small diner in Niagara Falls. Bacon and pancakes were perfect - home fries not so much

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Delicious food and excellent service! I felt at home. Typical North American culinary experience! The restaurant is located in the old center of Niagra, two blocks from Saint Patricks Cathedral. In my opinion, it is much more worth visiting the old center, the antique shops and restaurants with years of tradition!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Big improvements here...

★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Was hoping for a local gem but instead got a below average breakfast place. Service was good, our waitress was really nice and attentive, but that couldnt make up for the crummy food. Stale bread, bland pancakes and French toast, and undercooked potatoes. Definitely not going back.

December 22, 2019

The food is horrible, this place used to be the place to go in Niagara Falls,, HUGE portions and affordable. Now its just the opposite,, they should go back to let Tom run it before they lose there shirts.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

What a surprise. This is an old building with classic diner fixtures, great prices and large portions of good food.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Nice tasty food, good portion sizes and good value for money. Authentic diner, but dated interior.

★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Seen better days portion sizes have gotten much smaller

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Great little hole in the wall to get food. The portion sizes are much smaller than what they used to be under the old owner, however the portions to pricing ration isnt as bad as some people in the reviews are making it out to be. Its not badly priced and the service is great, depending on the staff you get. A great place for a bite to eat in the falls that wont break the bank.

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Not the same

December 22, 2019

Food sucks

★★★★
December 22, 2019

Good food. Good service. Hardy portions. Will go back

★★★★★
December 22, 2019

Delicious food and friendly staff

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Great small family style restaurant

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Simple, hardy, and tasty.

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Good breakfast, very affordable with an oldschool diner feel! Not much has changed at Basells since the 70s. And thats a good thing

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Great price for the serving.

December 22, 2018

Nothing like it used to be. Half the food ( Cold). Prices up substantially. Cant see going back again. Used to be my Go To place. Now its my never again place

★★
December 22, 2018

Ok

December 22, 2018

My family have bin going there for years and never had a problem untill now. We were there for xmas eve and the waitress was messed up she put all our orders on one bill when we asked her to separate it for us she had no idea how to do that. The food was smaller portions the Canadian bacon was way smaller then it use to and for the price i felt like we were takeing for a ride with the price . The old timers was smaller also. As i said we have bin going for years and i mean like 30 years and we will not be going back

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Great food, great service staff is very friendly and portions are good sizes

★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

The food has gone downhill deep fried bacon till its dead mushy hash brown

★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

The food there is sub par at best since the new owners took over the portions are smaller and the quality is not there they now use what looks like prossesed meat and their veggies were soggy and gross like theyve been sitting in water all day

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Great service, quick if you want too or you can sit back and relax on a cold winter day for breakfast. Food is good and they are large portions! Will be back

Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Really went down hill since i was last here a year or two ago. No more free coffee refills, prices went up considerably and the staff seem indifferent and just there for a paycheck. Atmosphere went downhill as well and there was only two other tables of people at peak breakfast time. New owners maybe? All in all its off my list of places to go for breakfast.

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Good food expensive

★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Prices by new owners are outrageous!!! Not like it use to be. Same large portions.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Great food and Tammy our server was a sweet heart.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Fluffiest pancakes I have ever had. Bacon and Sausage fried up just how I like it. Highly recommend it.

Local Guide
December 22, 2018

I am baffled by the recent good reviews of this place. Genuinely wondering if these people went to the same place as we did. We came here for breakfast because we love old diners and this place looked great. My husband and I are pretty reasonable in our expectations of diners for breakfast. As long as its hot and fast its usually great. We went in for breakfast and there were only a couple other people there. We looked at the menu with shock at the prices. Everything seems to be separate. If you order eggs they do not come with home fries or anything. I ordered 2 eggs and toast for $6.75 with a side of home fries for an extra $4 or so. Thats insane. I realize its a lot cheaper than the tourist traps near the Falls but this is not acceptable. I ordered eggs over easy with brown toast. When it arrived the toast was simultaneously burnt and cold. The eggs were over medium on the way to being over hard. One of the yolks was broken. I can do a better job at home and Im really bad at making fried eggs. The has browns were flavorless and also cold. My husband ordered french toast and it was literally scrambled egg covering white bread. No seasoning - no vanilla, no cinnamon or anything. It also took about 20 minutes for the breakfast to even arrive at the table. That is not how long it takes to make that when we were the only ones waiting for our food. The only good thing I can say about the place was that the coffee was OK and the waitress was very nice and apologetic about the wait. When my husband paid the owner asked how it was and he said it was OK and she wanted to challenge him on it! Just ok? He just said he didnt want to get into it and just wanted to pay. Everyone seemed miserable - the patrons, the waitresses that probably have their tips suffer for the extortionate pricing and poor food quality.

★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

This was a very good place to go for a affordable fill your belly tasty meal. That seems to have changed. New owners have bought this place and for our last two visits we noticed the prices went up and the quality and quantity of food has dropped off. Too bad, we are going to miss their prime rib

★★★★★
December 22, 2018

We were crossing the border from N.Y. to Canada, visiting from FL. The Border crossing guard suggested this place for breakfast and we were so glad he did. The taste of bacon and eggs was amazing, Mrs Terry is a very friendly lady. Highly recommend.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Like going home

★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Waited 45 minutes for breakfast, not impressed.

★★
December 22, 2018

New management has increased the prices and you get less. Fish and chip Friday special has gone from $12 to $15. The plate is smaller and items included are not there anymore. I wont be going back.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Recently sold. But they kept alot of the same staff. Great breakfast!!!!!!

★★★★
December 22, 2018

Most people will not be able to finish whats served. Large portions of good food. Prices good for Niagra tourists zone. Lots of rates for break and old style cooking. Thus is a breakfast place for sure .

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

A locals hangout. The interior hasnt been updated for decades, but its clean and the breakfasts are reasonably priced and delicious, so I dont care what the inside of the place looks like.

★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Tried this place 3 times and dont get these reviews. The first time, the side order of home fries or literally soaking in a plate of Grease. It was so gross we couldnt eat it. There was nothing particularly special about the eggs or the rest of the meal, the bacon was extremely salty. The second time we went we decided to try something recommended by people. So we tried the hot turkey sandwich. I dont know what the gravy was made of but it was nearly black like molasses! I couldnt get past the color of it and the flavor wasnt that great either. Again, I was baffled as to why theres so many good reviews. The french fries were terrible. Third time I went for another round of breakfast thinking perhaps the first time it was just bad luck but no, same problem. We also waited and Incredibly long amount of time and there was barely anybody in there. The waitress was extremely nice and kept apologizing for the wait as well. I felt bad for her!

★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Repeating what others have said .. the new ownership is cheap on previous portions and higher on price. What used to be a cheap and easy dining spot had now become a basic service restaurant with pricing approaching the tourist zone spots. Food was okay but nothing special ... also happens to be two blocks from our house.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Love this place! We always go for hangover breakfasts, the servers are all really nice, meals arent expensive! Im not a fan of their home fries however everything else is always delicious!

December 22, 2018

went july 4th at 630am place was closed gr8 business not so went flying saucer instead

★★★★★
December 22, 2018

The fries are bad but everything else was awesome! The waitress was really nice and funny.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Incredibly friendly and such an amazing breakfast! We were visiting Niagara and this place was super close to our Airbnb, very reasonable price-wise and not crazy busy like everywhere else around. The server was super nice and, who I assume was the owner (or manager), was lovely and chatty in a way that made us all feel like we were at home. Next time were visiting we will absolutely be coming back here!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

One of my favorite places. Lots of memories there.

★★★★★
December 22, 2018

Great food cheap.proces and great service Thats Tammy 06 14 2018

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

One of the best clubhouse sandwiches Ive ever had, fresh roasted turkey, choice of white or dark meat

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Good portions, shockingly fast service. Great homestyle family restaurant.

Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Wasnt the best Nice ppl Bacon sucked Pancakes. My gf make better homemadde ones Toast was soggy Bacon deepfried Food tasted like the grill hasnt been keeped in MONTHS!!! wouldmt go back... Google YOU LET ME N MY GF DOWN!!! -1 STAR

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Great local place to grab a bite to eat. Reasonably priced, tasty food with good service and a small town feel. Suggestion: install working locks in the washrooms.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Amazing food! Best dinner ever! Service was outstanding!

December 22, 2018

Owner very rude to staff which made my experience very uncomfortable.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Food is always fresh and amazing

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Service was good and wait staff was polite and informative.

Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Greasy

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Been coming here for years. Every time I come down to niagara this is where I go. Top notch here, not going to lie. I always order the old timer as it is called. Not to mention that the wait staff is kind and the younger ones are cute too.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Good portions of food. This restaurant has been there since i was a kid

Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Gone down hill.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Great breakfast!

★★
December 22, 2018

We ve been going to this place for 20 years or so when we are in town for our bi-annual hockey tournaments. Not nearly as good this past weekend! It s always been great. Lots of good bacon (like nine strips!!) Home fries that were almost like potatoes au gratin. Good coffee. Familiar waitresses. This time, sadly, bad coffee, three strips of bacon, dry tasteless home fries. Not great service. It s probably still better than some places, but we won t be making the effort to go back

★★★★★
December 22, 2018

Great food, service, and prices have come way down since I was there last

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

It s the first time I ve been to this place in 2 years. Really amazing local breakfast place

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Good food and great coffee

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Brunchy!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Amazing food! Amazing price! Friendly service. All around great place to eat!

Local Guide
December 22, 2017

We have been going to Basells for 32 years. New owners have raised prices. Last visit for dinner the rather large waitress stood and stared at us while we ate our dinner. Real turn off. Then we heard Cindy left. Enjoyed many years here but not anymore.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2017

Nice place, big portions, nice service!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2017

Great breakfast menu and very friendly staff

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2017

Amazing portions with great prices!! Hidden gem of niagara

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2017

You can hardly finish the huge portions of fantastic comfort foods and you get to take it home with you.