The Lakeview Diner in Toronto

The food was honestly not good. Our server told us dont worry Im not expecting a tip and so we didnt give her one. (Sorry) But honestly there was such loud music we couldnt hear ourselves. And its jot worth the amount of money we paid. Food

Ive been going here for years and I love it. Theyve had some highs and lows, but every business does. Their current menu (December 2025) is great with a lot of variety. Their tuna melt is superb. Parking: There is street parking outside and a green P across the street. Depending on the time of day the green P can fill up.

it was sooo good with a great atmosphere + really cool music + the meal and milkshake omg + the really nice waiter

Great spot. Theyve maintained the vintage booths and interior. Absolutely pro staff. Have been with kids and with adults. Always a perfect old school diner experience

Food is always good, had a minor mishap but I have been coming to this diner for a long time and it is always just right. The little improvement is just ensuring the attention to allergies.

Soooo delicious!!! Go here! Pancakes are perfect.

Visted the diner fir breakfast. Our group had omelets, eggs benedict, standard and a clubhouse. The food was okay, the service friendly and an oldschool atmosphere.

A nice dinner thats open 24 hours a day. Service was fast and friendly, and the poutine I got was pretty good!

Served cold food. No one checked on us or asked why we hadnt eaten, we just paid for it

If youre in the area and craving Brinner, theyve got options. Really nice Ruben sandwich too!

We are outside which was noisy and Smokey which was not the fault of the restaurant and the only reason I was going to give one less star on atmosphere but then we moved inside and it was absolutely charming. Service was great. Food was great. No complaints. I d go again with my family for sure.

Got sat, no one checked on me after 20 minutes. Three people working the bar messing around. Six other diners in the restaurant.

I enjoyed my time here at 2 in the morning. I got a grilled cheese, a caesar, and some much needed water

First off, why is it called lake view when there s no lake view. Who was in charge of the alcohol selection, it sucks and the food is literally sickening. Please don t call this dog food the brisket poutine.

Every time I go here, the service is incredibly snail pace. Last night was the worst. My food came out 30min later, hard as a rock, and then it took an hr to check out despite asking 3 different servers for the bill. Will not come back.

Best late-night spot...fried chicken sandwich is amazing

Had a great late night dining experience after the bars. Peter, our server was funny, friendly, and knowledgeable in giving us the best time. the classic late night experience with the lakeview burger with beet it salad, with a chocolate shake. would have had pie if I had any more room. Definitely a great spot for after the bars/clubs close.

Amazing server; refilled coffee was a surprise for me! Sat outside and had a great time chatting with my friend. Thank you !

Loved coming here! Great atmosphere and service, and the chicken club on gluten free bread was glorious! Dietary restrictions: Gluten free buns and sandwich bread available.

Great little gem. Under new management (I think) and it never fails to hit the spot. I wish we had more classic diners like this one but then it wouldn t feel as special!

Used to be better. My partner got food poisoning after

I had got a hair cut at town Barber & came here for lunch. It hit the spot, it was a rainy Tuesday when I dropped in so it felt like a proper diner like the ones in the movies type of feel to hit but natural not forced. The food was delicious. I got the Lakeview clubhouse.

You shouldn t deal with uber eats if you are busy on weekends night! Came here to pick up and uber order and had to wait around 25 mnts! Its a busy friday night for you but atleast set e timer so that delivery drivers doesn t have to come early and wait half an hour! The lady working in the front on Friday night was unprofessional , she took the name for the order but didn t inform anything about the waiting time! After waiting more than 15 mnts when I asked her again about the order, she replied she doesn t have any idea! wow!

Best diner in Toronto. Great food, amazing service and great atmosphere.

Came Monday night for Thanksgiving dinner and kitchen staff had decided to wrap up Thanksgiving dinner early. They are supposed to be a 24/7 diner but guess only if its convenient for the kitchen. Left really sad and let down!

Actually the best diner ever and Keegan is the best would recommend a thousand times over

Give Keegan a raise

What Sophie said ^^ Keegan was a real one Food

Lovely milkshake. Pat even made some extra! The only problem with the milkshake is that its over too soon. Still yummy . Kid-friendliness: Milkshake

They replaced french toast with freedom toast. Very stuffy. Waitress seated is next to kitchen door and gave attitude. Also 10 dollar glass of grapefruit. Good juice but not 10 dollar worth.

Such a classic and go to spot. Always delicious no matter what time of day or night

Expensive and lame

Great place for fried and gravy after hanging at the bar

Would never recommend this restaurant solely based on the service. The server was highly inexperienced, discomposed and flustered with only having a minimal table section while the restaurant was not busy in the slightest. Came here for a late night breakfast with fellow colleagues who also work in the service industry. Once we were sat we waited 15 minutes for water on the table meanwhile another table had been sat after us and had their water straight away. After waiting another 15 minutes for our order to be taken, the waitress (blonde hair, glasses) did not even punch it in. The table of 5 people that was seated after us, and whose order was taken after ours got their meals before us, even though we had only ordered two simple breakfast meals. The waitress then proceeded to lie to our table coming up with an excuse as to why our order was taking so long, then we watched her walk away frantically to punch it in for the first time. When we addressed the overall experience, and frustration with her, we were greeted with nothing but a caddy attitude and she hid from our table for the rest of the night. Overall waited over an hour for eggs, bacon and home fries. Do Better.

Ordered a club sandwich via DoorDash today. The courier arrived at the indicated pickup time but they hadn t even started making my order. After waiting 20 minutes the food was ready. I received my food shortly and they got the order wrong. Had selected grilled chicken but they gave me fried. The sandwich was supper soggy and had nasty wilted lettuce and rotten tomatoes. Had to throw it in the trash. My side of onion rings were burned and the portion was tiny. This restaurant serves gross food and I will never order again.

Like going back in time but with yummy modern food. Neat place.

The Tuna Melt & Disco Chicken Poutine jus hits the spot everytime! Applepie Milkshake the only way to go!!!

Not open 24 hours . NOT open do not come here at night they re closed.

Amazing American style dinner. Food was seasoned very well, good portion sizes. Not a fancy sit down place but that s not what you go to a dinner for. Would recommend

I love an old fashioned diner style restaurant more than anything. Especially if the music and the atmosphere is perfect. However i ordered their big breakfast and while it was delicious and filling. The sausage tasted like chemicals and the potatoes were way too salty. Beyond that id recommend this restaurant to anyone who wants to pay for what they get. Big portions to go with decent prices.

As a former late-night party-goer, the Nostalgia Diner holds a special place in my heart. This establishment was once the go-to spot for winding down after a night out, offering an ambiance that felt like a comforting embrace. The decor, reminiscent of the classic American diner, always managed to evoke a sense of timeless charm. With its neon lights, retro booths, and jukebox playing hits from the past, it created a fantastic atmosphere that made every visit memorable. The service at Nostalgia Diner was consistently outstanding. The staff were friendly, attentive, and always ready with a smile, even in the early hours of the morning. They truly made every patron feel welcome and ensured that the diner experience was top-notch, regardless of how busy it got. However, despite the wonderful service and ambiance, the food left much to be desired. The prices were steep, and the quality didn t match up. Most of the breakfast items, particularly the Benedicts, were either fried or deep-fried and lacked the freshness one would hope for. The dishes often felt heavy and greasy, making it hard to fully enjoy the meal after a night of festivities. In summary, while Nostalgia Diner excelled in creating an inviting and enjoyable environment with excellent service, the food unfortunately didn t live up to the same standard. For those looking to soak in the retro vibes and friendly service, it s worth a visit, but don t set your expectations too high for the cuisine. So overall the food is sh!t and overpriced but the place is nostalgic.

Each of us had something different from the menu and everyone loved their meals! I had the Lakeview Benedict (crab cakes), so good! Bit light in the hollandaise sauce but so flavorful! Sweet the home fries are deep fried in the same oil the best battered fish are done in, omg so good! Our server was very helpful, friendly and just added to a great atmosphere! Thank-you!

Restaurant aux allures de dîner qui est ouvert toute la journée, pour un breakfast aussi ! La salle est grande, les serveurs très agréables et la playlist super. Recommandé par une française vivant à Toronto, je recommande à mon tour à tous les gens qui cherchent à manger un bon breakfast classique de Toronto. Leurs mini pancakes sont excellents !

Spent $25 for an egg Muffin and a coffee. Crazy

This place was one of the highlights of an epic night! Very cheap and was totally delicious!

Super friendly service, cool diner atmosphere. Food was simple but tasty. Service was truly the star of the show, though.

Grungy

I only got breakfast and a small coffee and it cost me $30. There was almost no Hollandaise sauce on my eggs benny. The entrance is not wheelchair accessible.

Love everything about it!

Always come here when it s late and everything else is closed. Food so good drinks good service awesome we always get this guy Jason 10/10 service! Very diligent great customer service

A diner that doesnt serve breakfast at 7am..charged $11 (after tip and tax) for an orange juice and famous ice coffee (it was just black coffee and ice)

great music!

Love coming for a late night bite! Kolton welcomed us in and took great care of us. He made some great recommendation and it was such a joy to have him serve us. Definitely coming back! The Mac and cheese with the cornflake crusted chicken is to die for, thank you Kolton!

It was surprisingly dead on this particular Sunday afternoon, hence the lower rating for atmosphere.

Food portions were small and waitress gave herself a 20% tip without the option of picking. A $20 breakfast plate included one small sausage, one slice of bread, some potatoes and 2 eggs. Not worth imo

Quite possibly the worst restaurant Ive ever been to. Waited way too long for very disappointing and overpriced food. It took over an hour for my half cooked dry burger without any seasoning or sauce of any kind, brown lettuce and a slimy tomato slice. I would have sent it back, but it was already past 3am and I just wanted to get out of there. I asked for a side of mayo to put on my burger, that never showed up. The place was absolutely filthy, but they were very busy so Im able to look past that. You couldnt pay me to eat here again.

Nicest waiter!!! Apple pie milkshake was insane I almost drank two whole shakes

Warm.

Authentic place. Very cheap. The food is basic and okay but for the price they charge I want to say it is good! The drinks are cheap too. Cost and quality balance at its finest! Visited many times and definitely will come back again.

Beautiful historical diner the decor is stunning. Our mains and dessert were delicious! The menu is quite extensive and every option is offered 24 hours a day which is very convenient.

If I could give 0 starts I would. Got food poisoning from eating here! Do not go to the lakeview unless you wanna be puking afterwards

I had a lovely experience here, went on a weekday before the dinner crowd. Enjoyed a apple pie milkshake and nice atmosphere. Staff was very friendly.

Solid and affordable brunch. The lighting can be a bit strange and hurt your eyes if you are facing outdoors but other than that its great.

Wow Petar is the best! I had an amazing experience at this diner! The server treated us like we were in a five-star dining establishment. The attention to detail and level of service were exceptional.

Honestly used to like this place a lot. They just recently increased their prices on their menu and it just leaves a sour taste in my mouth. 12$ for a milkshake? 5$ for a pop?? Who ever made the executive decision to increase the cost should rethink life. Cant recommend this place at all. Not worth it.

Cute place, lovely service but they definitely are being overworked, one server for probably 7 or 8 tables biggest issue is the food, they say real maple syrup but I got what was definitely Aunt Jemimas and credit to the server she went right back and got me a fresh one but apparently they cut the real maple syrup with fake stuff and thats honestly just kinda insulting. On top of all of this the prices are not cheap as they used to be to excuse this kinda stuff, plates generally being over 20 each Overall overworking your employees and cutting ingredients is the sign of pretty scummy management

Charming 24hr diner with great drink options and classic diner fare. Perfect place for a late meet-up with friends!

Perhaps lunch on weekends is not the best time to visit this place. I dont know. The coffee was atrocious. The food was second-rate. The service was abominable. I would give the awful service a pass if the place was busy but it was not busy at all.

The food was awesome the service was great the atmosphere was excellent

Super service even though a bit understaffed when we came for dinner during the Do west fest rainy periods. Double caesar was made weak and fish in burger was a bit too fried but both delicious. I know their breakfast is good.

Had a delicious burger here with all the fixings. Sat outside and enjoyed the nice Toronto weather. Would come back again on a return visit to the city. Thanks for the great service!

Petar was so amazing and friendly! Truly great service :)

The food was honestly so so bad. Bland and basic. The oil in the fryers is in need of a desperate change, everything tasted so old and greasy. I could only manage half of what I ordered, the fries tasted like they had been under a heat lamp for hours. Wouldn t recommend or return.

Went there late night for some food with friends. Food was good. Enjoyed the sweet potato fries. Great tuna sandwich. Fish and chips was good. Great milkshakes. Customer service was excellent. Guys were friendly, happy and energetic.

This restaurant was the filming location for the movie The Shape of Water, so I came here for this~ After arriving, I found out that the restaurant had been opened in 1932! And he has also made many other movies. The style and decoration inside are full of ancient taste~ The chairs at the bar are also very hard... The food is quite satisfactory and you cant go wrong~ Memories of a glass of wine, a meal and a movie~ It is an interesting restaurant to visit~

Good food and also cocktails, the atmosphere is a bit disappointing

Always good always classic

Its a good dining place, nice ambience. Wheelchair accessibility: Wheelchair accesss Food : 3/5 |

Very mediocre food. Friendly service, but for the price, you re better off elsewhere. The service, however, is awesome. Get to learn the staff behind the whole operation because they re wholesome.

Great food in a restaurant full of atmosphere and history. We ate our meal on a night when thunder and lightning overhead Toronto added to the occasion. Definitely worth a visit.

This place used to be my late night go to with my co-workers until the unfortunate price increases. We have yet to be back. What a shame. Too many greedy owners all have their hands in the pot. $5 for a smsll glass of coke? $12 for a milkshake? A basic burger combo ran me $30 with tip...never again!

Fantastic place good food and friendly environment

I REALLY hope someone at Lakeview sees this to reassure me that my most recent experience was a fluke and they were just having a bad day because I love this place so much. I went for brunch about two weeks ago and ordered the pancakes with blueberries as usual. It took us a looong 35minutes to get our food. Maybe it was a particularly busy day, but our waitress didn t come by once to check on us, not even to bring the coffee we had first ordered until we tracked her down. I come to Lakeview for their delicious, fluffy, thick pancakes but this time, they were so flat and doughy. The first picture is what I got that day, and the second picture is of the pancakes I got just a month-ish before that the difference is crazy! I was so disappointed. My partner ordered eggs benny and they were also tough, not hot and the potatoes were soggy, not like their usual crispy, perfectly seasoned potatoes. I really hope that it was a fluke but I am not sure if I will come back because the service was also far inferior to what we ve experienced before.

Best club sandwich in Toronto! Stoped in quickly on Monday night. Great quick service and enjoyed on the or the best club sandwiches I ve had in a very long time.

Keegan was a fantastic waiter, thanks so much!

Salty waffle

Everything we Tried at The Lakeview Diner Located at the corner of Dundas Street and Ossington, the iconic Lakeview Diner is a timeless backdrop for numerous Hollywood productions. Open 24/7, all are welcome to indulge in early morning breakfasts and late-night cravings alike. Offering damn near perfect comfort food, this spot is an absolute must try neighborhood gem. $$ @melissa_foodie.fun

I just get in for a coffe,.and its nice i love the retro style! You feel like a 70s movie inside.

A classic diner thats been featured in a whole host of major movie and TV productions dating back to Tom Cruises Cocktail in the 80s to Season 1 of Amazon Primes Reacher with Alan Ritchson, The Lakeview is a fantastic spot to grab a delicious and filling bite to eat in Toronto thats sure to be appreciated by both foodies and pop culture fanatics alike. I had the pleasure of trying the three menu items featured on Guy Fieris Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives which are helpfully marked with an As Seen on TV emblem on the front-and-back menus. The Cornflake Chicken Sandwich, the Freedom Toast and Apple Pie Milkshake made for one hell of a lunch. While the sandwich and stuffed French Freedom toast were delicious, the apple pie milkshake stole the show for me; sweet with a bit of savory cinnamon and real apple chunks it was exactly what Id hoped for when I read about it on the Triple-D restaurant list. My friend got the cornflake-fried-chicken-and-waffle eggs Benedict which featured a very interesting sauce featuring what we agreed was a citrussy kick at the end of its flavour profile; unique and appreciated. Were on our way back to Belleville as I write this review with a piece of Lakeviews apple pie in a to-go container resting in the back seat, ready to be reheated in the oven at home. If its anything like their milkshakes it deserves the slow heat of the oven over the air frier or microwave.

Its not what it used to be. Its okaayyyy...just feeling nostalgic about the old vibe.

Can attest lakeview is back to basics and worth it pricier but well merited

I was feeling so strange and insular tonight and JUSTIN was so calm and comforting and accommodating. He moved me to a quieter table, made last minute changes to my order when I forgot things, and was just generally a kind q t pie. Thank you Justin!

What a delightful atmospheric diner! First time visiting and I enjoyed the tuna melt and a milkshake - both excellent! Will definitely come again!

Good vibes, classic diner. Good music and pretty busy! Good food and great service

Petar is the sweetest waiter in the whole wide world. Will be back, will beg to be seated in Petar s section.

Me and my girlfriends love this place! Food is always good, staffs are great. Amazing spot to catch up with friends over brunch, lunch, dinner or even late dinner/early breakfast since it s open 24/7! $4 mimosas are always a hit!

Our waiter Petar was amazing, and made a delicious applepie milkshake. Great to chat to aswell

Ariel is amazing .. what a sweetheart. And that girl can make a Caesar !! 5$ Caesar s for brunch. 4$ mimosas 6$ pints and 7$ doubles and the vibe is great. What a hidden gem :)

Went on a Saturday evening for dinner. Service was very friendly and attentive. However, Im giving a lesser rating because they did not have any fried chicken dishes available. Their menu is small and limited. Fried chicken is offered in three of their dishes, so, all were unavailable. Banquet burger and pickles were good. Mac and cheese was good. Poutine gravy was salty. They also do not serve any dessert, which is a little odd for a diner. Edit: I visited Lakeview again this week. I really didnt want to go back, but my pal insisted. I must say, I was pleasantly surprised!! They expanded their menu, and staff was so kind. I ordered the fish and chips. I really appreciated that the tartar sauce was housemade. They really stepped up and met the mark. Thanks guys.

I tried to fall back in love with this place, but I havent been able to after the Milou guy killed the legacy of the Lakeview. I enjoyed it regularly for 20 years and now its dead to me. They should have changed the name when they alienated their longtime customer base. They tried to go back to their old ways, but the damage is done.

The 1932 interior is striking! And the grilled cheese sandwich is one of the best I ever had in North America. The apple pie milkshake is nice, not soo sweet, but personally, I don t need the big chunks of apples and pie crust in it. My server was very friendly. It s not cheap there, but totally worth the money!

Im a disabled woman living in Toronto I went to Lakeview. Was unable to enter because of the stairs? No problem. Another person was kind enough to go in there for me to let the waiter know to come out and help me. Waited and waited someone else again, who came out of the restaurant said Hey, they will go in and get someone for me. They went in and nobody came. waited again. 2 people were existing the restaurant. I asked very politely. Is it busy in there they said not really and so I waited and waited. Eventually I just left. I asked made them aware multiple times that I am in a wheelchair. Thats why I dont come in and nobody came in out to help me and my disabled sister Terrible service. I felt discriminated against as I am a wheelchair user. Over priced and the food is average at best. No worth it.

Pathetic service and terrible staff, awful experience overall

Did you know this little gem of a spot has been a star in many feature films and TV shows? Other than this fun fact, this diner has been a Toronto staple go to for breakfast, lunch, brunch and dinner! It s also open to serve night owls (24HR!). I enjoyed their burger, their fried chicken waffles, and their milkshakes (super thick and creamy delish! And not all in one sitting). Honestly, for anyone living or visiting in this city - it s a must.

Stellar burger with poutine and fish & chips dinner with Caesars. Silas gave us impeccable service and we re out the door under $60 plus (big) tip. I might add the gf bun was exceptional too.

Good spot for late night food after a night of clubbing.

Chicken and waffles Benedict was delicious, and the waitress was very warm and welcoming

The Lakeview Diner just needs a little bit more love and care. I dont normally leave reviews under 4 stars, but Im pretty disappointed after my visit here. This was my first time visiting The Lakeview Diner, after hearing all about it from TV shows filmed in its interior. The inside is pretty charming, but its the food and service that fall short. Our table of four ordered drinks before food, which took 15 minutes to arrive. I ordered the Mac and Cheese plate that comes with a side of seasonal veggies and/or (?) a salad. When my meal arrived, it was just a plate of Mac and Cheese. I asked the server if there were any sides that come with the meal, to which she responded there can be sides. Confused, I pointed to what it said on the menu, and she let me know that they did not have any seasonal veggies, but that she could do a salad. I wonder what the problem was with just serving the salad alongside the Mac and Cheese to begin with, as written on the menu? After dinner, I ordered an apple pie (delicious!) but had to grab a fork from the shelf as it was served without cutlery. All this being said, maybe the issue is not patron neglect, but just understaffing. I couldnt help but notice there was only one server for the entire place on a Tuesday evening. If you plan on stopping by here, maybe just grab a desert or milkshake, as those didnt disappoint, but perhaps have dinner elsewhere.

This is a one of one - If we re talking about compete experience s this place has it all. I ve travelled far and wide, but I have never had the pleasure of being served by someone as good as Jason. There s milestones you reach in life; & Jason s service that night was one of them. If this man isn t married yet - ladies come by for a cup of coffee and he ll steal your heart. Let s touch base on the beauty that is Jess in the kitchen. Batman and Robin have a thing or two to learn about team work from these two. The food we got that night far exceeded expectations. One might say the food matched the service we got that night. Hard work is hard to find but not any more. If you find yourself on the fence to come here or not - just know Jason or Jess will not only take care of you on the night. But you will leave a better person.

I ve been here twice and both times it was sick. My boy Siraj served us both times and highly highly recommend being sat in his section.

I have been coming here since I was in high school. It has never disappointed. I have now even introduced this place to my two kids. They love it too! Thank you Marvi for always being a wonderful server! Will always be coming back! Kid-friendliness: A very nice diner to bring anyo6and it is kid friendly too!

Great food. Had the cornflake chicken, large portion of chicken. Also tried the milk shake which was good.

we wait 40 min for food to arrive !!!!!! Keep out of this place or come with a lot of patience staff in not friendly and coffe is awful a plate of 20 doolar will look like this burned fries and mini slice of fruit horrible experience

Just alright. Took a while and was out of stock on a fair bit when we went on a regular dinner time (7pm), but the milkshake was great

There was no one on either side of the restaurant when we arrived and our food still took a long time to come out. On both mine and my wifes meal are home. Fries were over seasoned and undercooked. The BLT that I ordered came with a lot of bacon that was very good and my wife said that her eggs Benedict were also very good Wheelchair accessibility: There is narrow doorway with a step up in the front.

There s a first and last time for everything. Had a terrible stomach the entire next day after eating the Banquet Burger (I didn t eat anything else all day). The food. It was sort of tasteless, and the side of fries were slim pickings. Atmosphere was plain. Service was really slow (45 minutes) to get the meal. It s open 24 Hours so I think that s why it s busy cuz it wasn t great at all.

It was cool inside (winter) which was OK, but the lights were so low we couldnt read the menus. Food was delicious, we had breakfast for dinner Vegetarian options: Plenty of options

jason is amazing!

Pancakes were a bit tough/overcooked.

Cute retro diner vibes. Food was alright, my friend got a Caesar salad and I got the mushroom Benedict. We also got milkshakes and they bring the cup they mix it in with leftover milkshake

Diner style food at Ossington prices. New ownership really dropped the ball. Hit up Frankie s down the street if you want a true diner experience.

I recently visited Lakeview Diner and ordered pancakes and eggs Benedict. While the atmosphere was cozy and had a friendly vibe, I was disappointed with the food. The pancakes I received were undercooked, which was surprising considering the restaurant wasnt particularly busy at the time. I noticed empty tables, so Im not sure why the kitchen sent out undercooked pancakes. Despite this, I appreciated the ambiance and the welcoming atmosphere of the diner. Its unfortunate that my first experience didnt meet my expectations, especially considering the hype the place receives on social media. However, I may consider giving it another chance in the future. Hopefully, the next visit will be more satisfying.

i love this place sm has great not too expensive food, always open, great selection of food and so cozy!

Definitely not the Lakeview of old (ive been many times in years past). Thatll be the last time I visit. $60 for two mediocre omelets. Food

Nice server. Got a burger and poutine and it cost $30 after tax and tip. Was more then I thought it was worth considering its a diner but if your after that old school diner feel, and dont mind paying a bit more for diner food, give it a try. Not fancy, far from amazing but its very expected diner grub. Okay at best.

Decent diner. Some novelty to their menu items but otherwise just like most diners. Bit of a rutic wooden feel inside. I got their chicken and waffles benny. Pretty good. Cajun potatoes were a bit too seasoned and salty so you might want to sub it for the tater tots.

Sad to see this place struggling so bad.

Sloooooow! Came in at 1:50pm with a kid, no wait to get in, no wait to order, and then left at 3pm with NO food. It did not seem busy, though the staff were running around sparsely and not making any contact. I think there were 3 servers, tables were half full. And we at no point in 1 hr 10 mins had the opportunity to ask for our kids juice or for update on our food, this after they had instantly brought me my drink for some reason but nothing for anyone else. So after the hour and 10 minutes, after three year old had not been served her orange juice she started tearing through the place, whining, yelling I want pickles etc. My meter had run out (parking and parenting)and kid was starving so we ran out. Left money for the Caesar. Sorry guys, I guess?? Real bad time. Your fault. How about a hey guys your food is coming shortly, here s your juice, and I ll grab some you a bowl of pickles anything would have saved the day. Used to come here all the time and the best part is they re always open. Slow and oblivious.

I recently visited Lakeview Diner for the second time, and unfortunately, it was not a good experience. Despite the server mentioning a 20-minute delay due to busyness, we ended up waiting for over an hour for our food. It was particularly frustrating to see the table next to us, who arrived 20 minutes after us, receive their food before us. Our order was simple just the standard breakfast with eggs, bacon, and potatoes so it was disappointing that it took so long. Additionally, it was ironic to see a more complicated order like eggs benedict served to the table next to us while we were still waiting. Overall, the long wait time and inconsistency in food delivery dampened our experience at Lakeview Diner. Hopefully, they can improve their service efficiency in the future.

Had the steak and eggs, was flavourful and delicious. Great value.

Feels like you re eating on a movie set. Great food. Great service.

Really loved our visit here. First day in Canada and it was open on Xmas day. Our server Marnie was awesome - so friendly and welcoming. The food was quick and tasty. I had the pancakes and my partner had the standard breakfast. The house fries were crispy and salty - really good! Thanks for a lovely visit - a truly iconic Toronto eatery.

Delicious! Great place to have breakfast, super cosy and welcoming. Recommended.

Garbage good, 3 eggs -1 piece of toast? Sausage was not cooked -home fries were hard -not cooked -3.75 for coffee that s cold? How do u Giys operate man I m so confused 1st and last time -beyond bad!

Fluffiest pancakes I ve ever seen.

Since they brought back the old menu theyve put a lot of much-needed care into making the items enjoyable again. The problem with the Lakeviews menu installed a decade ago wasnt that it needed to be changed or over-hauled completely. It was simply that the quality had slipped majorly. Anyone who is confused about where this place is at currently should get drunk in the neighborhood and meet some new friends for a midnight poutine and turbo sammy. Figure it out. The Lakeview has.

I liked the old diner vibe here. I had pancakes and they were served lukewarm. I had four four pancakes and they were filling. The taste was okay but not worth visiting for these pancakes.

Great service, and cute vibe. The server was very friendly and helpful.

Great place to visit. My first time and had feature greak omelet for breakfast....soooo good. Especially liked Potatoes.

OG owners are back, according to an insta story of theirs. OG menu is back too. Lakeview was greatly missed, glad its back.

Came here on New Years Day, around 2:00. We certainly expected we were in for a wait. But we, along with around 20 or so others, waited at the entrance for over 45 minutes without even being spoken to or acknowledged at all. Staff actively ignored those waiting, despite there clearly being enough empty tables to seat everyone. At one point another customer went up and had to take it upon themselves to seat some others, but after that customer was seated the staff ignored us again. Even all that wouldve been fine, if at any point a member of staff had at least touched base to give an idea of the kind of wait we were looking at. They wouldnt even make eye contact. Ive never seen that happen at any restaurant, very disappointed.

Apple pie milkshake is a religious experience. Yeah, it is that good.

Cold coffee - uncooked sausage - fatty bacon -

I really love this place. I think the new owners are trying their best and the menu balances affordability and quality. most importantly the place is fun. We always have a fun time , theres 5 dollar floats for the kids , they can sit at the bar , the booths are big and theyll hit their stride. just come in an enjoy ..

Had one of my worst burgers ever Dec. 31, 2022. Great service and vibe, but burger seemed frozen and not made in- house.

There is a reason a place like this has been open so long, it was great in my 20s after a night out and still great in my 40s for brunch with the kids. Yummy and hearty food, we enjoyed our visit. Kid-friendliness: Went with 5 kids in tow, no issues

A Toronto icon! Staff are so sweet, the decor is inspiring and the tuna melt was top notch.

Go for a slice of history, the Lakeview has been around for yonks and used for many film locations (e.g. The Shape of Water). The diner itself got a bit of an edit to clear away the clutter and let the original art deco architecture shine through. Its still true to its diner menu (dont expect fine dining) with its core offerings being brunch eggs benedict, all-day breakfasts, toasted sandwiches and home fries. Most of the seating is in cozy wooden booths with vinyl upholstery. Go for one of the club sandwiches or customize your eggs Benny w salmon, fried chicken, sausage or rashers of classic pea meal back bacon. Drop coffee only but you can get fresh juices.

Our family has been going to The Lakeview Diner for many years. We have not been back since the updates, but I am catching up on some reviews. Normally we meet other family there for a big catchup breakfast. Waffles, eggs, milk shakes etc. Its so close to home and such a spacious place to go, we have never left unhappy. Again, curious to go back after the updates, but based on our previous visits, the Lakeview Diner is a must for anyone in TO or visiting from out of town. I also recently noticed it was a scene in the TV show Mayor of Kingstown. Very cool.

Its a fun place to enjoy delicious brunch!

Always friendly and comfortable. The veggie burger and chips are good.

They do excellent milkshakes! We didnt have much here, but what we did have was good. The servers were lovely, but way overworked, they seemed run off their feet and struggled to get back to us.

Its not the fault of the server who was kind, or the food that was decent. The owners need to shape up and create a proper late night diner with enough staff.

New ownership ruined this place. The prices used to be some of the best in the area and now it s just like every other restaurant on Ossington.

I don t usually leave google reviews but my experience at the Lakeview was notably bad, so here I am! Beyond the general complaints about slow service, long wait times, and most importantly (to me at least) overpriced mediocre food, I couldn t believe HOW SMALL the menu font is. Look at this! Absolute disgrace!! As someone in my twenties with fairly good eyesight I struggled to read the menu. I couldn t imagine taking my grandma, or someone else low sighted here. Disappointing to see an old Toronto staple fall apart like this, but I won t be back.

A Toronto staple that didnt need the trendy and expensive facelift. Im happy they brought the old menu back. The renovations are very nice and still true to the original interior.

Went here for late night eats last night. Ordered the chicken and waffles, brisket poutine and chicken fingers combo. The chicken from the chicken and waffles was overcooked, very dry and literally burnt around the edges (you can see how dark the breading is on the outside). The waffle tasted like it was an eggo waffle and it was not even served with syrup. The brisket poutine was served with soggy fries and arrived warm rather than hot. The brisket itself was lathered in gravy from the poutine and honestly taste more like schneiders bologna than brisket. Had a buddy at our table order the chicken club and it used the same type of chicken patty that came with the chicken and waffles except his was even more burnt and overcooked. All in all this was a horrible experience and I will never return nor do I recommend you visit, we spent ~$30-35 per person. Save your money and literally go to a fast food burger joint instead.

The food is fantastic. The setting is historic. The feeling is that youve walked into the past and 50 years ago into a delightful room at the bar or in the booth. They treat you like family. Pat is wonderful in the front of the house. Like an angel. I love going there for an early quiet breakfast on a Saturday... But its good any hour of the day you can make it in. TRY The Chicken Club. Best in the City.. pictured here is the eggs Benny Chicken on waffles... Could be in a movie. Vegetarian options: Yes

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Went there with a friend a few days before they closed for renovation. I ordered the chicken club /fries...10/10 My friend ordered Montreal smoked meat benny...10/10 Ill be back soon...awesome food,good service and good prices Food : 5/5

Good service and average food. I wonder if the poutine is made with frozen fries..is what I asked myself as I finished my plate. Id rather less fries if it meant the quality was going to be higher. Even less cheese and gravy would be fine as well. The price point is good and the place has an old diner vibe which is nice. I just wish the food was of a higher quality vs what I got.

Had my worse fish and chips , felt like frozen food and wet breaded . Completely separated from fish .salad was bitter and tasted old .

Stumbled upon this place with a friend and felt like I teleported back to the early 90s. From the songs and the jukebox to the pictures and bar. Everything is so vintage and I love it. Siraj also made us feel so welcome, sharing snippets of Lakeview s history and keeping us both entertained and taken care of. The brisket poutine at 3am was exactly what I needed. Still can t believe Tom cruise was actually here lol. I ll def be coming back!

The diner has a very cute vibe and the food is good, portion sizes are pretty big. The apple pie milkshake was pretty good too, although there were some large chunks that got stuck in the paper straw.

Hmmmm a not-a-truffle-sprinkled-and-infused $85 eight-piece fried chicken bucket combo? Is that still being offered as of this writing? That achieved the opposite effect of a halo car/menu item ----- even if halo was never the intent and even if its not forcing customers to specifically order that. BUT kudos to the new owners for keeping this Dundas West institution munching along, with a familiar but refreshed feel and look. Heres to another 91 years! Taste and ambiance, yes. But good value? Customers to decide.

Great late night diner option. Open super late. Very good breakfast sandwich.

I was enraged when the new owners but it but they really did do the place well. Its been updated a bit but is overall the same place.

Do not come here if you like home fries. They do not make home fries here. Instead, they just boil the potatoes and call them home fries. Theyre not crispy at all. They used to serve actual home fries at one time, which were really good. Would be nice to have something crispy that isnt deep-fried, of which I have an intolerance to. Disappointing but whatever. My friend and I ended up still being charged for our orders, which I find unprofessional, considering that we didnt get what we were expecting to have. Not coming back. Shouldve dined and dashed, honestly.

Our local breakfast joint. Classic diner breakfast with great vegan options. If you re lucky Pat will be your server - a ray of sunshine!

A somewhat underwhelming experience. The exterior looks classic, but the interior decor and food were non-descript. Service was good.

Love this place , the food taste so good and staff is amazing !!!