Johnny Pastrami’s Breakfast and Lunch in St. Catharines

296 Ontario St, St. Catharines, ON L2R 5L7, Canada

★★★★★
(605 reviews)
Categories: Breakfast restaurant Takeout restaurant Sandwich shop

About

We serve the entirety of our menu all day long. We also have many gluten free items to offer. All soups are homemade daily. We hand bread all of our chicken and slice our beef roasts. We use beef tallow in our fryer.

Website
johnnypastrami.com
Address
296 Ontario St, St. Catharines, ON L2R 5L7, Canada
Plus Code
5P9P+4M St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada
Time Zone
America/Toronto

Business Hours

Monday
7:30 AM–2:10 PM
Tuesday
7:30 AM–1 PM
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
Closed
Friday
7:30 AM–2:10 PM
Saturday
7:30 AM–2:10 PM
Sunday
7:30 AM–2:10 PM

Services

Service options
Delivery Takeaway Dine-in
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park Wheelchair-accessible entrance Wheelchair-accessible seating Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Coffee Vegetarian options
Dining options
Breakfast Brunch Lunch Catering Seating
Amenities
Toilets
Atmosphere
Casual Cosy
Crowd
Family friendly
Payments
Credit cards Debit cards NFC mobile payments
Children
Good for kids High chairs Kids' menu
Parking
Free parking lot On-site parking Parking

Photos

Reviews

4.5
★★★★★
605 reviews

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★★★★
December 5, 2024

You want a Pastrami samich? Fries? Coffee? Come here! You get what you want. P.S. Pastrami sandwiches come with Mustard on 'em!! Pickles to the side. For the crunch eh!

★★★★★
November 26, 2024

Everytime we go here the service is incredibly fast and pleasant and the food is always consistently good. They do tend to get quite busy during peak times so keep that in mind if you're trying to go on a weekend as they only have about a dozen or so tables. Breakfast is very reasonably priced with generous serving sizes, I typically go with the Big Boy breakfast pictured here which goes for about $13. Parking is somewhat limited when it is busy but you can usually park at the side or the plaza next door. Great spot. Highly recommended.

★★★★
November 14, 2024

We had to try the pastrami sandwich. Meat was juicy, warm and just the right amount of salt. Bread tasted fresh, mustard was right. Overall, delicious. My only gripe is that $15 for just the sandwich, no sides, was a little steep to make it a regular stop for lunch.

★★★★★
November 4, 2024

I took my kids for lunch on Sunday. We were seated immediately. The lady’s serving were very pleasant. We all ordered pancakes and side off bacon. I think we all agreed the pancakes were amazing. And the bacon was on an other level. It was a very nice experience. We will definitely return!

★★★★★
October 28, 2024

Stopped by on while on our way to Niagara Falls and I am glad we did. This was amazing! Service was exceptional, food was excellent, atmosphere was great. We got pastrami omelette and eggs Benny!

★★★★
September 2, 2024

The grilled cheese sandwichese were very tasty. However we were disappointed with the service. There were a lot of customers in the restaurant. We were told that they were short staffed on Sat of a long weekend but the server should have told us how long it will take to get our food.

★★★★
June 4, 2024

Atmosphere is exactly what you would think of for small shop feel. Food was good though. Reasonable pricing. Tried the Smoked meat sandwich and partner tried the Philly steak combo. Picture for philly( was too hungry not how it looked fully).

★★★★★
January 17, 2024

I just found this place and I love it. Breakfast is the most important thing for me and they do it amazingly. The menu may not look complex but they nailed the flavours. The pastrami is delicious, tender, juicy and savoury. Fries and gravy are delicious. They do a regular breakfast menu in an amazing way. The staff is excellent and very friendly, they make you feel like home and the other customers as well. They have built a community of delicious food and great people. Come here and leave a nice tip.

★★★★★
December 16, 2024

Carry out breakfast sandwich and coffee. Excellent.

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 23, 2024

If you want to feel like your in a small town cafe Id suggest going here. The food, the service and the friendly atmosphere was great. Had the breakfast and I was definitely full after. Next time Im in St. Catherines Im eating there again.

★★★★
Local Guide
November 23, 2024

Good all around

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 23, 2024

Good service...good portions

★★
November 23, 2024

Web site said they closed at 2:30. Arrived at 1:57 and they would not even let us in the door. We might have done take out but did not get the chance to even tell them what we wanted. I can t even say poor service because there was NO service.

November 23, 2024

Having hard time understanding the logic on the server here. Went here with my gf, just the two of us. There were 2 empty 2 seater tables available when we entered. Two customers were behind us coming in. The server seats my gf and I to the table closest to the door entrance. Where we feel the cold air come in every time the door opens. Server says its the ONLY table available. Yet, we clearly see the other 2 seater table available, which she gives to the other customers behind us. Thought that was odd, but let it slide. She should have provided us the choice of table. Along the back of the restaurant. There are three 4 seater tables, completely open. We ask to move to one of those free tables, as we didnt want to sit right in front to door entrance but shockingly the server refused. She said, she has to save those tables in case other customers come in. Having a difficult time understanding the logic here. So she rather let 2 customers be unhappy at their current table, to SAVE those free tables for POTENTIAL costumers that may or may not come in. We also noticed another 4 seater table was occupied by only 2 customers, when we asked about that the server with a lot of attitude snaps back at us saying its because of the customers at that table already left. After that we walked out. Needless to say, we will not be coming back and telling everyone we know never to go here. There are plenty other breakfast places in the city, that we rather go and give our money to than this place. EDIT: no accountabilty in her apology. I read the other many many negative reviews and one thing is very consistent - poor customer service by you. Poor attitude. Again, I will continue telling everyone never to go here. I actually went to sunset grill, it was amazing.

★★★★★
November 23, 2024

Stopped in for breakfast last Saturday as we were staying across the street in the Holiday Inn. This place is great! I had the Big Boy breakfast and it was amazing, food was delicious, generous portions, fairly priced, and the staff were friendly. Atmosphere was nice and relaxed too. This will be my 1st choice breakfast spot whenever I stay in St Catharines.

★★
November 23, 2024

Fatty, sinewy pastrami and NO INTEREST in that concern by owner. Huh?

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 23, 2024

Sweet lil diner with great food and decent prices

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 23, 2024

The all-day breakfast is a steal, eggs cooked just perfectly. The smoked meat sandwich is really good, too (it s not at the level of Schwartz Deli, but this is a really high bar). It s a short walk from home so I just head over when I m jonesing for the good stuff. The diner has no bells or whistles, but cozy, and the staff are laidback and genuine. There s even the newspaper (!!!) to read while your food is prepared. Can t top that.

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 23, 2024

The smaller restaurant is so much better than the bigger one. In all ways

★★
Local Guide
September 23, 2024

Thicker than usual cut meat, ordered Corn Beef & Montreal Smoked sandwiches. Sandwich s half empty or half full you get the drift, flavour was good, Food

★★★★
Local Guide
September 23, 2024

This place is never too busy. Its a great breakfast spot.

★★★★★
August 23, 2024

Delicious food. Awesome. But no aircon Food

August 23, 2024

Ordered an Eggs Benedict, and I would not recommend ordering here. I ordered a pick-up order by calling the location ahead of time. The take-out order had less than half the amount of homestyle fries they usually make, and overall the portions were noticeably smaller. The egg yolk and some of the egg whites were undercooked. Additionally, the chef seemed almost irritated to make the order. I dont understand this large disparity between eating in and taking out the same menu item. I paid nearly $17 for takeout, so I do expect the food to be made properly at the very least. I did not even realize how poorly made this order was until I got home. Edit: I am always surprised when businesses cannot own up to subpar service. Your responses on reviews that rightly criticizes you for poor take-out service are backhanded. Logically, your next course of action as a business should be to better your service and your food for take-out customers. Instead, you attack each reviewer. Be honest, if I called you, you would have had the exact same attitude you have now. I dont believe for a second that you would have resolved this issue.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 23, 2024

Dietary restrictions: They can make it custom for you Kid-friendliness: No special menu for kids. Recommended dishes French Toast, Fries, Combo Parking space

★★★★★
August 23, 2024

Absolutely delicious and very affordable! Since the change in ownership this cozy little spot has been producing some of the best sandwiches in the city! The chicken parm and gyro are my favorite so far but there are lots to choose from and try. Recommend checking it out Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 23, 2024

Pleasant staff Great food Very affordable Clean Food : 5/5 |

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 23, 2024

Love love love their food!!!

★★★★
Local Guide
July 23, 2024

Nice little stop for breakfast. Great service and good food.

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 23, 2024

Its a great spot to have breakfast or lunch The food and the service is great Extra time is taken for food presentation and it shows

★★★
Local Guide
July 23, 2024

Open from 0700 until 1400 (1430 for takeout). Their smoked meat sandwiches are made with toasted bread and mustard with half a pickle at the side. Meat comes straight from Montreal, therefore probably as good as it gets in the vicinity of Niagara Falls. As it was my first one, I didnt really know what to expect, but I do have to say I expected more flavor of or to the meat. Portion wise it was generous.

★★
July 23, 2024

Don t bother getting breakfast delivered. We ordered 2 of the basic breakfast s and the portions were laughable. They each came with about 10 fries. Ridiculous when you re spending $15 per order. Very disappointed and will not be back.

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 23, 2024

Great spot for a quick sandwhich. I had the Rueben with fries and coleslaw. It was tasty. The service was great and a welcoming atmosphere.

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 23, 2024

Service was friendly and food was excellent! Dietary restrictions: Gluten free toast! Food : 5/5 |

★★★
Local Guide
June 23, 2024

First time trying food from here after driving past it for years. I ordered a skillet for takeout; usually my go-to at a breakfast place. They were happy to take the meat out for me which I appreciated, but I was disappointed that they didnt make it up with more veggies. It ended up being a pretty small amount of potatoes and veggies, and my over-easy eggs were served pretty hard. Not saying I wouldnt give them another try, but the price compared to the portion was a let down for me as a big breakfast lover. Please give your vegetarians some love with some extra veggies when taking away something from the dish!

★★★★
Local Guide
June 23, 2024

Slow service not alot of glutin free options

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 23, 2024

We had the loaded philly cheesesteak sandwich and Reuben sandwich combo! Great portions, delicious food and reasonable price!!! Excellent customer service, very friendly staff! One of the best places for breakfast and brunch. Highly recommended Parking: Plenty of parking spots!

★★★★★
June 23, 2024

always love coming to the Ontario St. location! They have a set menu, however, their specials always feature items that may not be listed and you can ask to customize your breakfast or lunch! They also have a variety of different dietary options to choose from so a great restaurant to visit if you struggle with finding restaurants to accommodate your specific needs. I don t want to forget to mention that the staff here are incredible! The ladies are always so friendly, kind and efficient! I love how they take the time to really get to know their customers, makes you want to come back even just to grab a coffee and chat! Definitely recommend Johnny Pastrami s Ontario St. location you won t be disappointed!!

★★★★★
June 23, 2024

Really good food

★★★★
Local Guide
June 23, 2024

Good diner

June 23, 2024

I vomited after eating. It was a bad experience

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 23, 2024

Fast, hot, flavorful dishes at a good price!

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 23, 2024

Food is awesome

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 23, 2024

Great casual spot. Breakfast and lunch. Awesome staff Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 23, 2024

AWESOME sandwich combos Food : 5/5

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 23, 2024

Dietary restrictions: Keto breakfast delicious. Food

★★★★
Local Guide
April 23, 2024

Good food. Very good prices. Loved the daily special!

★★★★★
April 23, 2024

Always a great place to grab breakfast or lunch. Food is always fresh and the service there is top notch. Eggs Benny and the Reuben are my faves.

★★★★
Local Guide
April 23, 2024

Had the Johnny Pastrami burger. Whoever thought to make a burger with pastrami, onion rings, slice of cheddar, and all the fixins. Should get some sort of food Nobel prize. Each bite was like a party in my mouth.

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 23, 2024

Excellent service and I have to say they are the only toast that does not hurt my mouth! This place is a !

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

There was an awkward situation and the staff handled it like a champ. I ll be back with buds!

★★★
March 23, 2024

Ordered a smoked meat combo w/fries and gravy. The amount of meat that was in the sandwich was good except the size of the bread that the meat went into couldnt have been any smaller. But it did taste really good. The fries and gravy were good as well.

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 23, 2024

Great little breakfast/lunch spot. My husband had a pastrami sandwich and I had a Greek wrap. Food and service was excellent!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 23, 2024

Food is always good. Breakfast or lunch you will not be disappointed I can call from 10 minutes away and my order will usually be ready for pick when I get there. If eating in, there is usually a table available otherwise the wait is never very long

★★★★★
February 23, 2024

Went there for the first time this am , excellent quality of food and service We will be back looking forward to the soups aswell Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 23, 2024

Such a nice friendly atmosphere! Great service, a really awesome Pastrami on Rye and the perfect pickle

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 23, 2024

Great food! Love the chicken pot pie soup! Today the Potato/bacon soup is awesome! Onion Rings were outstanding as was the Loaded Philly Cheese Steak sandwich! Service was Great! Food : 5/5 |

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 23, 2024

This place is a hidden gem. Food is fantastic. My fav.

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 23, 2024

Tried this place a few months ago and have been coming back every week. Breakfast or lunch the food is always hot & tasty and the staff are always excellent.

★★★★★
January 23, 2024

Fabulous service and fabulous food. Will def be back.

★★★★★
January 23, 2024

Had corned beef sandwich with fries. Excellent. Wait staff extremely friendly, not trying to rush you. Great spot for breakfast or lunch, reasonable price. Highly reccomend.

★★★★
January 23, 2024

Went here for years every bowling season new waitress is terrible and rude. Food has become a little lackluster but still ok. If not for the waitress would still go here but there are alot of other places I can spend my money. So to update my past review was 1 star. I have updated this review to reflect my recent visit like I said this place was a regular place on Sundays for breakfast. Went in today and had a different server that I have had before. She was very pleasant and the service was great. So Id have to say if you have been here before with a bad server maybe give it another chance.

★★★★★
Local Guide
January 23, 2024

Its refreshing to find a small place with great diner food at great prices. Breakfast and deli sandwiches are its main draw and it has the service and charm youd expect and want to come back for.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Always feel lke a somebody when I dine here. Portions are great, food is great(yummy).

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Friendly service, good value for food, delicious typical diner breakfast.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Try it, you will be surprised how good the food is!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Amazing food. Recommend this place for sure.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Very nice place to have a breakfast. Delicious food, fast service, friendly staff. We will visit again!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

I love Johnny Pastramis for breakfast. My breakfast was delicious, and plentiful. The restaurant is relatively small so we were thankful to get a table. Service was excellent. Parking: Not a lot of parking but can accommodate the customers because the restaurant is relatively small.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

It hard these days to find a decent priced breakfast. We just did. Good food, good service. Thank you.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Delicious!! First time here and would give it more stars if I could. Lovely breakfast, good portions, very good price! Will definitely go back.

December 23, 2023

Server is very rude . Barely acknowledged me . Was on the phone while she dropped off my plate, no acknowledgement again , not even a here you go, or can I get you anything else? No quality check. Strange vibes coming from her. Food however, AMAZING

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Great little local spot. Awesome pastrami sandwich

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

It was a great place for breakfast. The food was fresh and yummy and the service was exceptional. My friend and I went there early and were able to find a table but it got busy after 11 am.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Great breakfast that was reasonably priced with the best homefries ever. Staff was prompt and friendly and the coffee was fantastic. Ill be back.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Always fantastic. Something about the fries just make them AMAZING. I hope they never change.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

The food was amazing. Even the prices & portions were good. There sausages were melting in mouth. Definitely going back there again when I am in Niagara. Recommended dishes French Toast, Fries, All Day Breakfast with Onions

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

I love breakfast food, and I was very happy with my choice. I got 2 eggs, bacon, potatoes, and French toast. The place itself is not fancy but clean and fast. The French toast was especially good! I have to come back with hubby next time!

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

The food is awesome, we drive from Toronto to St. Catharines to enjoy a nice, fresh meal

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Mind blowingly delicious Montreal Smoked Meat sandwich and tasty crispy fries. Sooo good. Great friendly service every time as well. Highly recommend!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

I often find myself here at least once a month. Good classic breakfast and great pastrami sandwiches. Great servers.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Great little spot, but get there early, cozy and intimate.

December 23, 2023

Went here for breakfast, hadnt been in a few months and found out that there hash brown is now frozen, the hollandaise has to be from a can it was so thick, the sausage was so wet inside it didnt feel cooked through and my eggs arrived in a disk shape and poorly cooked. It was really sad to see the place go so down hill in quality. Still awkwardly high prices for the substandard food. Wont be back.

December 23, 2023

The menu says that a pastrami sandwich is only about $8. The lady at the cash charged me $20 for an $8 sandwich and a pop. The food was ok but I don t understand why she had to lie to me and fleece extra money. Could ve been a life long customer now im never going there again. Bad impression. Also pretty sure she gave me a small even though i asked and paid for more than a large. Absolutely ridiculous.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Best breakfast place in town. Great waitresses and very friendly atmosphere

December 23, 2023

Terrible experience. I arrived with my son at 1:45 and the place was moderately busy. The host/server asks if we are picking up takeout and I respond that we would like a table. She says, Sorry, we are closed. I tell her we drove from Welland to try their pastrami and she says that they close at 2. I tell her both google and the website say 3. She tells me that the door says 2, it is too late. It was 1:45! She was obviously giddy to go home and was giddy about not serving us or even offering takeout. One rude employee has soured me. I will never go back.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Prompt and friendly service, food was delicious and good sized portions. A great family friendly breakfast spot. We will definitely be returning

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

We discovered this jewel while visiting from Ohio. Delicious and generous pastrami sandwiches and omelettes. Two sweet sisters provide fast and friendly service. We loved this restaurant and the entire area. We had fun at Port Dalhousie and found that they have their own tasty beer. The beautiful town Niagara-on-the-lake is a must see, not to mention the awesome Falls! We love Canada and its friendly people!!! Vegetarian options: Delicious vegetarian omelettes.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Had the big boy breakfast. First, they got my order wrong but then quickly made it right. The food was good. Sausages were so so, and the eggs were a bit overcooked. Bacon was tasty, and so were the fries.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Very solid smoked meat sandwich.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Good food. Excellent customer service. Felt like a real restaurant that you come back to over and over. Thanks

★★
December 23, 2023

We have been going to this place for over ten years , this is the second time that we ordered breakfast and watch other people came in after us and got service before us the waitress had attitude from the start we over looked it and continued to wait they were four tables that were already eating , we did order anything that was difficult to prepare we waited half hour by this time another couple came in and wed serve before us we continue to wait after eight to ten more minutes we got up paid for a coffee and walk out ...For sure that was the last time they would see us in there

December 23, 2023

We used to go here for breakfast at least 40 out of 52 weekends for many years when the previous owner had it. Since then we have gone twice, first time was ok but service was lacking and today we ended up leaving before we got our food. The waitress seemed to be irritated because I asked for milk instead of cream with my coffee after I had already asked her co-worker when she took our order. They then proceeded to talk about us. I had ordered the basic breakfast and my husband had ordered the Montreal smoked meat sandwich like we had dozens of times before. After waiting for over half an hour, coffee drank and was not approached once to ask if I wanted more coffee, watching people who came in after us not only get their food but almost finished eating and is still waiting we decided to leave. Went to the counter to pay for the cofee (he only had water), once one of them finally appeared they tried to change us for two coffee feeling proud because it was $6 and change and she noticed that my husband only had a $5 bill in his hand, we then reminded her that it was one coffee she was then embarrassed and flustered so told us just to go. The previous staff was amazing which we tipped them very well for. The restaurant industry is very difficult to survive in and this is not the way to do it. Ended up going to Stacked, service and food on point every time.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Great service. We ordered philly cheese and Montreal smoked meat. Both had less meat than I would expect but in fairness their menu did have a more meat option for an extra $3.50 so I can try that next time and report back. I also thought the Montreal meat could be juicier but overall still good products on both sandwiches. The fries were fresh and crispy.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Great pancakes. Staff was very cheery!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Hiding in plain sight is the gyro. Its $10.95. I have to recommend it. When you think about all the fast food options on Ontario St. this outclasses them by a mile. The gyro is delicious! The all day breakfast is always great and service is on point. Im happy to support local business and this one is always busy for good reason. Great food and great service.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

We absolutely love it here! The food is cooked perfectly everytime, the servers are super friendly and service is impeccable. Always the first choice

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Excellent breakfast with even better service!! Will definitely come back if we return to St. Catherines.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Great breakfast. Nice little hole in the wall.

December 23, 2023

Was good until finding a Ling black hair. Wife is grey and I have short hair. Waitress could care less and says its not theirs. Disgusting Food : 1/5 |

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Went in and had the bacon and eggs- Delicious!! Just as they should be and home fries with onions were amazing. Our server Carrie was excellent, friendly and professional. We will definitely go back !! Food : 5/5

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Breakfast was great ! Home fries were the best especially with onions .Service was fast and friendly .Carrie was very pleasant.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Great food. Typical diner service. Atmosphere in that location is a bit bleak, like real estate office, but the breakfast will keep me going back. Server is very friendly, personable. A definite plus to the experience. Food

★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Orderes take out. Tasted fine however price point was not worth the portion size.

December 23, 2023

Very rude waitress, after telling us to sit at any table, came back and moved us to smaller table saying that this table is for 4 people and we are only 2, even when half the place was empty. Despite the food being ok don t think we will be back or recommending this place to anyone.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Always a great lunch at Ontario St

December 23, 2023

Was in town for a couple of days, and wanted to support local business. I walked in and said Good morning! to an elderly woman with black dyed hair. I exclaimed, Burger King is closed with a silly grin on my face. She didnt respond. I then asked her how her day was going? As she walked away, replied good. Another elderly lady entered from the kitchen, with a surprised look on her face. I smiled and said, Good morning. The first lady returned and asked if I was staying or going. I replied, Id like to stay. She then pointed to tables on both sides of the room, which were all empty. I spotted a table for two, along the wall, but opted for a table for four, near a window. As I walked towards the table, she then suggested the table for two. I stopped and turned around. I asked, You want me to sit there? I started to head in the direction she pointed at. She replied, Yeah!. Sitting at a table for four is just weird. I immediately felt unwelcome. I gave a heavy sigh, and turned towards the door, and replied, Have a great day. She replied, You too. As i stepped out, I could hear her say, Geeze and I replied, YUP!! Im not sure why she needed to express her opinion. I didnt ask for it and it her negativity was discouraging. Is the food good? Dont know. Was the waitress rude. Down right nasty!!!!!

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

Food is always delicious and amazing prices too!

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

Best sandwiches ever

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Great breakfast!

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

Friendly kind staff with quick service. The breakfast skillet is what one needs in the morning

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Awesome little joint! Had the bacon mushroom melt the other day and it was dynamite! Ill be back! Also was super fast!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Staff and food were amazing

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Food is always excellent as well as the coffee and the service!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Best corned beef sandwiches in town

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

The perfect breakfast spot. Great service. Great nostalgic photos on the wall.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

It was great. Got takeout and enjoyed the food.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Great place Great staff and food was delicious..

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Small spot. But good food. Price point is good ! Service is friendly. I tried the smoked meat clubhouse which is a different option than other breakfast spots. Wasnt the best! But was still pretty good

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

great breakfast and staff

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Great food and value for money. Will be back.

★★★
December 23, 2022

We have always gone here for our breakfast (Ontario street). The last time we went, it was 2pm and this pretty little blonde waitress was there. She didnt even acknowledge us, although there was only one other table in there. I felt a rude vibe and waited for her to greet us, say hello or even smile . Nothing but awkward silence. Obviously she didn t want us there. I had never seen her before, so I suspect she is new. Needless to say, we left. We have moved to the lake street location and have been very happy there.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Reasonably priced tasty breakfast.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Almost missed the hidden gem of place, till I google to find it, hearty breakfast, all day till closing, friendly staff, will be a repeat customer, very reasonable prices also, worth the visit, not far from Ontario st, exit of QEW.

★★★
December 23, 2022

The food and prices are great. However on a number of occasions the hosts/ server has not been very friendly

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Big boy breakfast comes on 2 plates cooked well, good eggs always a good indicator and reasonable price

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Good Breakfast & Services Too !

★★
December 23, 2022

Havent been in a few months, but will not return. We ordered a large sandwich to share as these have always been too much for one of us. Our large sandwich was smaller than half of the usual Small. Not impressed with the reduction in size for the price paid.

★★★★
December 23, 2022

Very good I would recommend this place.

★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Hasnt been great lately, not too sure why. Service isnt the best and the potatoes have too much seasoning.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Was just in town staying at the Holiday Inn across the street and boy was I glad I chose this local joint. Friendly welcome with the chef (Johnny?) and some banter. Got the pastrami sandwich which came with a nice dill pickle to complement the flavours. Honestly one of the best pastrami sandwiches I ve ever had; tender, juicy and seasoned perfectly to go with the mustard and bread. Wish I got a second order and I had it to go! Still maintained its freshness. Sorry, should ve took a picture but I devoured it.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Eating as I write. Came to St. Catherines to pickup a buy sell item. Got hungry for a proper breakfast and coffee. Friendly staff greeted me right away. Seated right away. Brought coffee right away. Great coffee by the way. I ordered a breakfast. It was brought in under 3 minutes...HOT and delicuous. Props to serving staff and cook staff. Cheers.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Excellent food, great staff

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Great breakfast at a very reasonable price. Smoked meat hash was a nice change from the ho hum breakfasts you get in most breakfast places. Friendly service. We will be back for more!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Had a yummy pastrami on rye!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

My son and I went today. A little busy but not bad. Our server Jamie let me tell you that girl is so attention to detail. Breakfast served very fast and delicious. Thank you Jamie for your outstanding service.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

This was our best breakfast during our trip! Highly recommend the onions with the home fries. The pancakes were very tasty and had a great texture. Our server was efficient, professional with a sense of humour.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Small restaurant with great breakfasts at reasonable prices.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

A friend that lives in St Catherines recommended this place for Brunch. So we left the Tourist Trap area of the falls and drove 10mins out to the Ontario street exit and saw this small quaint Dinner. Dont let the appearance Fool you. The Food is THAT good! I dont usually eat the sliced fruit but let me tell even the Orange was extra Juicy and Sweet. I had jumbo breakfast only 15 bucks and I swapped my sausage/meat choice to Pastrami. No lie I was in heaven. The Best French Toast on the planet is served here! Pleasantly surprised. If your staying in Niagara its worth the 10 minute drive to Johnnys. Staff was super friendly as well.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Good food Reasonable price Fast service

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Our go to place for breakfast, one of the best in the city. great home fries

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

Great food, large portions. We were visiting from Michigan, the staff (and other customers) were very friendly and pointed is toward many other local places to eat, drink, and enjoy.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

My friend and I came here for Brunch. Loved the food loved the service. Jamie was the one helping us . Very kind and friendly. Thank you

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

Was super food large portions friendly staff I dont think u shud charge 2.50 per coffee and 2.50 for a top up That is a little bit expensive But food was great

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

Awesome breakfast, will be back for sure.

★★★★★
December 23, 2021

Best clubhouse I ve had , very friendly polite staff & they got my order out super quick.

★★★★
December 23, 2021

Food was great and cheap but online menu prices wrong. Asked server about it and she told me she didnt know nor care why the prices varied... but food was very good. Great home fries

★★★★★
December 23, 2021

I orderd the smoked meat lg it had so much meat verry good will order again.

December 23, 2021

My husband and I came from Niagara Falls this morning looking for a good breakfast. We went to Johnny Pastrami s on Ontario Street. We entered the door and the person at the desk didn t look up for some time. We started counting the people inside and realized there were currently 10 so we would need to wait. Finally she looked up and simply said, yea we re full. We say, should we wait to the side or should we go outside? She replies, you have to wait outside. No, tell me your name I will come and wave you in when it s safe. No, it should be about ~ minutes and I thank you for your patience. Nothing. We weren t impressed and immediately left. I have worked in customer service my entire life and I know how to treat a potential customer and that s not it. I could somewhat understand if we had been rude or impatient but that wasn t the case. Needless to say, we took our business where it was wanted. We will never step in there again.

December 23, 2021

Have been here many times. Had previously left a positive review but have decided after yesterday March 6th I will not be back. Walked in and signed the covid book then proceeded to take a seat just like always. Waitress/Owner came out of the back basically yelled at me as I sat down asking about signing in. I get it and told her yes I did sign in. As she walks away I hear her complaining about one guy sitting at a table of four. Well Im not sure if there are any single tables and I always sit at a table for four because thats what they have. Ate my breakfast paid my bill tipped just like always. Waited till today to see how I feel and yes there are lots of places in town. Ill pick another and wont be back.

★★★★
December 23, 2021

This was awesome... Was dying for a good Pastromi sandwich outside of Montreal smoked meet and this is the place... My wife and I loved it... Pastromi on rye for me and cornbeef on rye for her... Just terrific... Service was awesome and Christine was great. Will certainly return and recommend to all... Fabulous lunch.. BT

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

Read about this place a few times and since Im a big deli sandwich fan, I decided to give it a try. I had the Montreal smoked meat sandwich, wife had the Eggs Benedict.. we were both not disappointed.. and the service was fast and friendly. Will definitely be back.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

Johnny Patramis has amazing food. When we pulled up out front of the restaurant we werent sure whether to go in or not. Its a small place and didnt look busy at all...but boy were we wrong! Its a hidden gem for sure. The food was served quick and hot, it was so delicious. The staff was friendly but not over the top friendly, which is nice. The service was very efficient and our coffee cups were kept full. The pastrami is so so good too. Everything was great! We definately will be going back!

★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

burnt fries very disappointed with my very small meat lovers breakfast. Drove from Burlington to Johnny for take out breakfast just to support the small business during Covid and was very .

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

The beef and chedder is awesome!

★★★★
December 23, 2021

Delicious breakfast Friendly staff

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

Quick, easy and tasty breakfast. Great go-to place and friendly staff!

★★★★★
December 23, 2021

If I could give this place a higher rating I would!! We were looking for a good breakfast place and a friend recommended Johnny Pastramis, her words were when you get there dont judge from the out side, the people are amazing and the food is even better. She was so right. Best eggs benedict hands down! We will be back for sure..

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

Very delicious - Smoked meat sandwich is amazing! Highly recommend coming here

★★★★★
December 23, 2021

Best honest to goodness breakfast we have had in many years! Amazing value for money especially when you consider the quality and freshness of the food. Excellent friendly service and very clean establishment.

★★★★
December 23, 2021

Fast & Friendly service. Potatoes that come with breakfast orders are yummy and crispy!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

One of the best montreal smoked meat sandwiches I have had. Price was very reasonable.

★★★★★
December 23, 2021

Food was amazing & such great service! The home fries with the fried onion was out of this world!!

★★★★★
December 23, 2021

Great breakfast! This small restaurant is tucked away on the corner of Ontario and Carlton Street. We were pleasantly surprised by the clean restaurant, great food and wait staff.

★★★★★
December 23, 2021

What a fantastic breakfast/lunch place. The best pastrami in the world, the tastiest home fries with sauteed onions, eggs done to perfection with to die for pancakes and generous toast of choice. Worth every cent. Abundant. Delicious. Christine is down to earth, caring and personable.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

Got club sandwich, loaded Philly cheese steak, Greek salad, and Western omelette with cheese. Everything was perfect. Usually at least one thing is wanting at a restaurant, but this place seems to have an attention to detail.

★★★★★
December 23, 2021

Been a few times now. Good food. Friendly staff

★★★★★
December 23, 2021

Very good place

★★★★★
December 23, 2021

Amazing Pastrami sandwiches

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

Ordered pickup and it was ready so quickly! The food was amazing! Only got breakfast items and I really enjoyed the eggs benedict and home fries with onion on top was really good and so was everything else I ordered. Looking forward to going back and trying the pastrami.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

Great little breakfast spot on Ontario st. Good quick breakfast, with lots of different selections

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

great food for great price

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

Great service & good food

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

Cozy joint with terrific hashbrowns

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

Great service. Great food

★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

Weve been a number of times, but after our last visit wont be going back. Kitchen staff only had masks on if they thought someone was looking. Waitress and cook got in an argument at the kitchen window. They didnt seem particularly interested in whether or not we were vaccinated.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

If you like the american diner experience go there. Had a great pastrami sandwich.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

Great service.... yummy French toast. Christine was a fabulous server.... thank you for a great breakfast experience

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

It was the best corned beef on rye sandwich I ever tasted not to mention the corned beef hash was marvellous,. Will definitely travel to Saint Catherines again

★★★★
December 23, 2021

Pretty good food and service

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

These guys do breakfast right! Good selection, but I really enjoy the omelettes. The place is quite small but service is attentive.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

For our first time there, as were visiting the area for the weekend, it was inexpensive and friendly service.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

Very good food & excellent service! Simply wish the food was plated nicer.

★★★★★
December 23, 2020

Awsome place food was great and large portions,staff was friendly

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2020

Good food great prices

★★★★★
December 23, 2020

Our favourite place to visit. Food is always good and the service even better p

★★★★★
December 23, 2020

Great food

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2020

Good breakfast!

★★★★
December 23, 2020

Best Cornbeef on rye around

★★★★★
December 23, 2020

Corn beef hash brown breakfast!!!! Loved it

★★★★★
December 23, 2020

WoW !! I havent had a Benny as Amazing as this since I was a kid....... and that is a Loooong time ago lol. Make sure you get the Smoked Meat Hash on your Home fries!