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    Basell's Restaurant & Tavern

    4.2 (38 reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Quiet
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    Good for kids

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    Fried chicken and chips, look at the size of it and the chicken was amazing.
    Scott H.

    Walking into Basell's was like walking back into the 50's in all respects- the service, the decor and the prices. I challenge anyone to eat a whole meal on their own, I love my food and managed not quite half of the fried chicken. I think we took more home than we ate. The service was literally straight out of a movie, the waitress was lovely and could have come straight from central casting and you know a diner is good when the waitress eats there on her day off. If and when we get back to Niagara Falls we will be back to Basell's for sure, and will try the breakfast as well as a dinner. All in all it was fantastic.

    The (half!) Quebec pancakes with Canadian bacon and eggs, bacon, and toast
    Rebecca G.

    My friend and I had breakfast at Basell's yesterday morning before biking the wine route to and from Niagara on the Lake, and it was just what we needed to get through the day! Since the servings are enormous, I ordered a "half order" of the Quebec pancakes, or a stack of three pancakes with two cuts of Canadian bacon (the regular order comes with four pancakes). I was only able to eat two pancakes and one slice of the bacon, though, but my friend finished the other pancake and sampled some of the second piece of bacon, which she loved. She ordered two eggs, over-easy, with bacon and toast, which she also enjoyed. The Quebec pancakes, made with Aunt Jemima mix and an added egg for fluff, were tasty, as was the Canadian bacon. I also ordered a medium orange juice as the glasses of juice run small, and we both ordered coffee, which was diner-style decent. Furthermore, not only was the service friendly and helpful, but the ambiance was neat. It looked like a place from the past... with wifi!

    Time warp. Place was sold back in April 2016. It seems changes are coming.
    Jr J J.

    Time warp! Great little place with all the usual good meals you could expect for the family with less sticker shock. Ordered a garden salad for lunch and it too was a time-warp dish: fresh crispy iceberg lettuce, green peppers, cucumbers, horse radish (yup!, don't see these much anymore in a salad) with italian dressing served up in a topped up open jar with a table spoon. Salad was just the way I had it as a kid. I doubt you'll find a salad like this anywhere else. Refreshing! Others items we ordered were: Ruben with fries and chicken fingers. I heard this place was sold (back in April) so it looks like there be changes to this nostalgic diner (everything in this place is pristine, clean and all the restaurant equipment is in full working order. Even the glassware, sundae glassware, etc is pristine. Just off the beat from the rest of the tourist-alley.

    Cheeseburger and fries
    Mel L.

    With all the tourist traps in Niagara Falls, this place is a little gem. Yes, the place doesn't look like much from the outside and the interior and decor is outdated, but the food and the service (not to mention portion vs price ratio) make totally up for it. We came here for dinner on a Sunday evening and decided to order the prime rib dinner (only served on the weekend!) as well as the cheeseburger. The prime rib dinner comes with a few choices and we decided on apple juice as a drink as well as fries as the side. It also came with coleslaw as well as a veggie medley and a dinner bun with butter. The meat was amazing! So flavorful and juicy. I'm usually not a big fan of roasts, but this was the best one I have ever tasted. The coleslaw and fries were also pretty good. The cheeseburger came with fries and coleslaw. Again, everything tasted great. The patty looked as if it had been store bought, however it was not dry at all and had a good flavor. This was definitely a decent burger. Portion sizes are quite large here. We shared the 2 meals between the 3 of us (2 adults and 1 child with a very healthy appetite) and it was just the right amount of food for us. The service is wonderful and the food came out in no time. I didn't the catch the name of the waitress, but it was a very sweet older lady who really wanted to make sure that we were happy with our food. She even made sure that we received a complimentary ice cream at the end when we had finished the plates, claiming this was part of the prime rib dinner. (I don't think it actually was since it was not part of the description. ;)) Finally, let me tell you that the prices are great here. With tax and tip we paid $40 for everything and I think this is a great deal.

    Bryan R.

    The only reason I have a 4 star is how dated this place is, but at the same time it is cool. It is very clean. The food is 5 stars. Very good with BIG portions and reasonably price. You can also do half orders for kids. The wait staff were excellent. I do recommend.

    Retro Diner with groovy decor.
    Stacey A.

    Groovy little diner. The staff are friendly and offered tomato slices in place of the meat option for the eggs Benedict ! Love the arborite table/countertops and vinyl covered booths, stools and chairs. Hot coffee and quiet atmosphere. Was a great find, whilst in town. Prices are reasonable. Special for the day Eggs Benedict $8.75. Coffee $1.95 refillable.

    Storefront, beside a defunct TD Bank.
    Ralphie Z.

    I would describe this place as ghetto fabulous. It definitely embodies what the true Niagara Falls, Canada is: a place stuck in the past, with not much of a future. Yeah, yeah, people think Niagara Falls is so romantic and awesome, but step outside the touristy sections for a bit and you'll find Basell's, and you'll see the real Niagara Falls. Anyway, this place has cheap prices and all-day breakfast! I had the veal parmesan and it was great, even if the soup was a bit salty. The price was right, though, at $10.80 as it was the special of the day. Service was friendly and it was completely local patrons. If you want to experience the real Niagara Falls, stop by!

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    This is a no fuss diner. You get what's on the menu which are pretty tasty, especially their Canadian bacon. Reminds me of my gramdma's.

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    Decent food for the price. The server was very accommodating to our dietary restrictions. Would come again if in town!

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    15 years ago

    Amazing home style food served by cranky hard working waitresses, a great place

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    Excellent wait staff, drink options subpar, food was ok good portions, taste bland, breakfast might be better.

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    Really like this place. It is old school, but the food is great and plentiful. The waitresses are wonderful too.

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    Great food. Delicious. You will be very satisfied. Huge portions. Very quick service. Caesars are perfect.

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    Triple D's Diner - Pancakes really weren't fluffy :(

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    4.0(40 reviews)
    4.0 km
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    Service was pleasant enough but I didn't get a coffee refill as quickly as I would have liked…read more Food overall was solidly average. It took forever to get (tables who were seated after us got their food before us) and we didn't order anything complicated or unusual. The breakfast potatoes were the best part of my meal. Not bad, just not exceptional.

    We had come here on a Monday morning during a long weekend; despite it being a holiday, almost…read moreevery table was filled with guests. We were seated after a few minutes at a table in the corner, which had enough room for the four of us. I had settled on the Triple D breakfast, while my husband had settled on the eggs benedict, and my kids the French toast bites and kids egg breakfast. Overall, the food was well-portioned, and cooked well. We could tell that the ingredients were fresh, and that the chef took his/her time to cook the meal, as the eggs were cooked completely through. Considering the prices that we had paid, we were stuffed, and didn't have to eat until later on in the evening. The food did take long though, and we had to wait in-line for a bit to pay for the bill. Service was good, as the waitress came to check on us a few times during our meal. Overall, a great place to start the day!

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    My breakfast- stuffed French toast and coffee. The stuffed French toast had Nutella, fresh strawberries and bananas

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    4.5(394 reviews)
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    Early morning, you need a simple vibe. Your emotional state should be undisturbed as the day will…read moretake of the disruption. That is to say, that first cup of coffee should have some cream and bliss in its confines. Such zen calm is caught before the crowds descend on the breakfast rush at the Swan St Diner. The long therapeutic hug that your stomach needs awaits in the early morning hours at Swan Street. In addition to the damn fine cup of coffee they brew, breakfast is there for you. from sunny side up eggs & bacon to Blueberry pancakes, the skillful kitchen crew gets it, gets me, and along with a glass of the fresh squeezed oJ, i always depart feeling like the day ahead can at least be solved a little easier since I fueled up among great food, adorably tasty hot donuts, proper coffee, laid back groovy tunes and an awesome staff, some of which took pride in having my coffee sitting on the table. I might be a tad predictable (guess I'm there with some frequency), but that has its upsides. First hour of the day has the staff ready and the groovy tunes to go along with the great food will get your day going right.

    What an awesome place! The food, vibe and energy of this place is fantastic…read more I had their homemade corned beef hash and eggs. What an incredible dish! I think it's the best corned beef hash in the area if not one of the best tasting I've ever had. Will always want to come back to this place when in the area.

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    Swan Street Diner - My husband and I are not small people so we sat on one side of the booth and pushed the table over. Grateful that the tables move.

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    3.9(20 reviews)
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    We checked out JJ's on the Docks, a nice little diner right by the water with a bit of an east…read morecoast vibe. Great location and a relaxed atmosphere overall. For drinks, my wife and I each grabbed a bottle of Rickard's. They serve it in a frosted glass which is a nice touch, but... the price was pretty wild. Paying around $9-$11 for a bottle/can felt a bit excessive. We started with the Broccoli Cheese Poppers, which we've ordered at other spots before since they're usually vegetarian-friendly (my wife is pescatarian). I thought they were really tasty, but unfortunately my wife had almost finished one before realizing there was bacon inside...and it wasn't listed on the menu. When we asked to confirm, it was pretty disappointing. She was understandably upset, especially since she's been pescatarian for over 10 years. It would've gone a long way if they at least took it off the bill, but they didn't, and that definitely hurt the overall experience. For mains, I ordered JJ's Meatloaf; really solid dish. The mashed potatoes were a highlight, veggies were cooked nicely, and everything had great flavour. Only downside was the bun that came with it got pretty soggy. My wife ordered the Grilled Fish Panini; she liked it, not amazing, but good. The fish was fresh and flaky, and the bread had a nice garlic bread vibe. Overall, it's a decent spot with good food and a nice setting, but the beer prices and the issue with the unlisted bacon definitely took away from the experience. For more honest food and travel reviews, check out our YouTube channel A&M Roam!

    Food was ok and nothing special. Service was ok as well. View however was great and that is why…read morepeople come here

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    French toast and bacon

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    4.4(24 reviews)
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    What an incredible experience here last night. One of the best of my life!…read more The location felt very tucked away from the world. Driving down a gravel pathway through the property to get to a mostly unmarked black building. There was an unmarked door that blended into the side of the building with a welcome sign sticking out. Already so intriguing and very elusive feeling! We headed up the stairs and were warmly greeted by the host who led us through the dining area to our table in the corner. The ambience of the dining room was very minimalistic yet rustic and warm. Perfectly designed to look out of the window to the rest of the property. Our waiter alex along with the rest of the well equipped and knowledgeable staff were excellent at guiding us through the meticulously crafted 10 course meal. We added the cheese course in between main course and desserts, fabulous addition. Honestly too many great things to list. From Lobster from Nova Scotia to hearty sourdough baked right down the street, to marinated raspberries on top of a finely crafted dessert. On top of most everything locally grown. The amount of flavor we experienced was incredible. We opted out of doing the wine pairing and tried out a few of their cocktails instead - Manhattan, vesper martini, pineapple weed daiquiri - all fantastic. I will be dreaming about this for a while!

    10/10 for service, flavor and aesthetic. We had no idea what we signed up for. 12 amazing courses…read morewith so many unexpected flavors. The barn is so chic. Every dish was beautifully plated and described to us in detail. Will 100% be making a reservation next year. Lincoln is also adorable. Their bakery down the street was closed by the time we arrived, but it's set on the cutest street with shops and restaurants. You will not be disappointed by this experience. Worth every penny!

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    Restaurant Pearl Morissette
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