Best Diners in Guelph

"After an extensive renovation, gone are the mismatched chairs and funky wallpaper in favour of a modern take on nautical themed breakfast and lunch. This east coast warf inspired spot now serves breakfast earlier, starting at 8 am on Fridays to Mondays and 9 am the rest of the week. They serve up all the favourites — bacon and eggs, pancakes, hashbrowns, and eggs benedict."

"Just two blocks from Hamilton’s scenic harbourfront is Harbour Diner, a cosy brunch spot with real homespun charm. Served daily until 11am and well into the afternoons on weekends, their breakfast menu is full of playfully named classic items, like ‘the all aboard’ egg dish with bacon, sausage, ham, pancakes and homefries."

"locals line up for juicy menu items such as a better-than-mom’s meatloaf and mash and a big and meaty, super chees... Air Date: 01-20-2012"

"You'll taste the difference at Breezy's thanks to their from-scratch approach to fresh, quality ingredients. You'll find generous portions of all the breakfast classics (and a great kid's menu) at this family run operation with locations in both Freelton (close to Christie Lake and Valens Conservation Areas) and the east end near Gage Park."

"This diner-inspired, family-run restaurant has a little bit of something for all ages and appetites. The restaurant’s colour palette is orange and grey with wood and chrome accents. There’s plenty of space to accommodate guests, with a multitude of tables and booths to choose from."

"A post shared by Adrian (@daftm3) on Oct 4, 2015 at 9:54am PDT. All-day breakfast is served from 8 am to 4 pm at the corner of John and King William, brought to you from the same owners of Jet Cafe. Their $4.99 breakfast special includes two eggs, toast, homefries, and a choice of bacon, ham, or sausage (without meat is $3.95)."

"John Street Diner takes a cafeteria-style approach and specializes in all-day breakfasts. The owners’ experience as restauranteurs – John Street Diner was opened by the same masterminds behind the beloved Jet Café – is evident in every visit. The service is friendly, and the food hits the spot."

"The homestyle cooking of Jack & Lois lives on in its Westdale reincarnation, Pete & Kay. This double-decker restaurant serves your grandparents’ cooking in a totally nut-free menu. You’ll feel the nostalgia amongst their homey, vintage décor, which includes patterned wallpaper, 70s upholstered dining chairs, landscape paintings, and family portraits."

"One of the newest additions to Hamilton’s coffee scene, Phin Coffee Bar has also quickly proven itself to be one of the best. These folks get their hands on some very hard-to-find coffee beans, and they do those beans justice with expert, loving brewing technique and craftsmanship in their unassuming Westdale location. Phin Coffee is easy to miss; attached to a narrow section of a fitness gym with only a sandwich board to alert passersby of the caffeinated goodness that awaits."

"We can’t really talk about Osten Beerhall without also mentioning its conjoined sister establishment: 1101 Cafebar. A decidedly different feel from Osten, 1101 Cafebar is an aptly-named cafe by day and cocktail bar by night, located at 1101 Cannon Street East. A modern & minimalist, sleek Scandinavian aesthetic plays host to freshly brewed espresso and coffee selections complementing cafe-style lunch bites like sandwiches, soups and salads."

"This cozy multi-roaster and coffeeshop in Westdale is where caffeine connoisseurs in the know go for a perfect (and innovative) cup of joe. Home brewers will also find a great variety of quality, coffee making tools for purchase. Sip on this: Customers looking to avoid dairy and soy will appreciate the coffeeshop's 'barista standard' foamable oat milk substitute."

"What is it: Get transported to Europe with authentic Portuguese cuisine in a rustic, casual atmosphere. Set on James Street North, Wild Orchid is right in the midst of the city’s Portuguese population and plays off the neighborhood’s history. Why go: Life doesn’t get much better than sharing a platter of shellfish with friends."

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"I honestly recommend Hamnerhead’s to all my family and friends. The food is incredible, the customer service is amazing. The staff go above and beyond."