Friday late afternoon lunch....excellent experience today, had eggs Benedict for lunch. eggs were perfectly done, very tasty. Had amazing service, checked in, attentive, polite, perfect timing with everything. would defintely return. read more

This spot is a true chameleon. From morning until early afternoon, it serves as a reliable diner, while in the evening, it transforms into a very good Hakka restaurant. The service is excellent, though the experience is slightly marred by a limited beer selection and a tipping policy that starts at 20%, which some might find a bit pretentious for the establishment. read more

I used to like this place, the service is ok, but mmm last time I went, they brought me something different from what I ordered. I told them but they were checking orders first before even acknowledging their mistake, they apologize later but didn't seem happy to change my plate. This is the 4th time that had happen under their new administration . Not happy here . read more

Johnny G's Restaurant - English Breakfast with "missing eggs" - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

although the food is fine, the seating is very awkwardly placed with uncomfortable benches. They charge $2.99 just to have maple syrup and there point of sale machine has tipping range from 20% to 35% what a joke this place has declined since I moved to Cabbagetown 25 years ago. What a disappointment. read more

Walking in Johnny G's made me want to order breakfast. It's got that good, old-fashioned dark-wood and noisy-chairs interior that screams satisfying hearty bacon and eggs and hash brown mashups that leave you logy and ready for a nap. But I was here for the "sale" on fish and chips advertised on the tent sign outside the front door. Can't go wrong with the deal they are currently offering currently during rona-days. I ordered the halibut and chips and a pop and left with a hefty greasy bag of goodness. Check out my photo for a pic of the massive square chunk-o-fish! Wow, eh? What a meal, and I didn't feel to wiped out after eating it for lunch, going back to work without a hitch. The batter coating was just right, and fries were excellent, and extras were all there with a tiny cup of Cole slaw, the mini packs of tar tar sauce, and as well the necessary malt vinegar to complete the experience. This is the type of meal that I would pay twice as much for in a British Pub and was just as satisfying. The only criticism of this meal was that the fish seemed a tad dry, but I had absolutely no problem finishing off this huge chunk o white goodness. Man, now I want it again! read more

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We stopped here for brunch. service was friendly and attentive. The servers were very interested in making sure we were satisfied. The food was hot and attractively prepared and tasty. The prices were quite reasonable given the quality of the food and the coffee was quite good and bottomless. We sat and talked and no one rushed us. We would definitely return next time we are in the area. read more

Johnny G's Restaurant - Eggs Benedict. Held the sauce. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Yummy food, great value. Enjoyed the recommendations from the server. We had, Butter Chicken, Aloo Ghobi, Onion Bhaji, basmati rice, Nan, and a tasty free appetizer. I'll return. read more

Came in this morning. I said good morning was acknowledged . Waited for someone to give me a menu. Later another customer came in. And he got a menu right away. I just walked out . No customer service in this place . First time there and last time read more

They are egg specialized so you can expect to have a very good (and filling) brunch. Food is reasonably cheap. Drink choices are okay. Very good service. It feels more like a local spot for Cabbagetown residents. read more

Came for dinner and ordered the chicken pesto fettuccine for $18. Fettuccine isn't my preferred pasta shape, as I prefer "forkable" shapes like penne, rotini, or fusili. But this was a complete surprise. It was great, probably one of the best pastas I've ever eaten in the city, better than a number of specialist pasta restaurants. Don't know about their other menu items but I'll be back for more of this. Wow. read more

Johnny G's Restaurant - a plate of food on a table - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Great breakfast for a great price ! The menu covers the basics such as breakfast, sandwiches, salads, burgers and other comfort favourites. I ordered the big breakfast and it comes with 3 eggs, a good selection of meat, toast, fries and delicious bottomless coffee! Great food quality and very friendly service. I would highly recommend this place! read more

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Florentine omelet had great texture and flavor with potatoes and toast for $9.99. Environment was nice and coffee was acceptable especially at $2. I'll eat here again. read more

Partner and I tried this place out for brunch ..... won't be back. I had terrible french toast my partner had terrible scrambled eggs, sausage and home fries.... greasy and bland. This place is FILTHY!!!!! and DIRTY!!!! I was looking for a way to post pics I took of filth encrusted salt and pepper shakers, tables and chairs .... no surface in this restaurant was free of build-up and grime. I'm not looking for fancy but cleanliness is a matter of public health ... After placing our order, I noticed that the cutlery was dirty ... that is .... ALL THE CUTLERY AT OUR TABLE / 2 spoons, 2 knives, 2 forks - were smeared with grease. When I asked for a new set they were immediately replaced with clean cutlery, without fuss. Shortly after that something in the salt shaker caught my eye, upon closer inspection, it looked like lint and dirt in the salt. So I asked to exchange the salt with people nearby, and when they handed their salt to me ..... I could see lint and dirt in the salt. I opened it up and shook out about 1 tsp to see that it was lint and dirt mixed in with the salt. I'm no detective but it seems like someone must've spilled salt on a counter or floor and used it anyway to refill the shakers. So.... I called the owner, who was also waitressing, and showed her the salt shaker ... she was appropriately mortified and removed it.... and took the original one I had swapped earlier,and placed it on our table. When I told her it was also dirty / contaminated salt, she wouldn't hear it... she refused to examine it saying that sometimes seasonings get mixed into the salt. ????? Really???? It was not seasoning ... it was hairs, and lint, and crumbs and other unidentifiable particles. Oh ... and the shaker itself was so dirty it looked like it had been rolled in grease and ketchup, dried to a crust and them rolled in grease and ketchup, repeatedly, over the next few years .... as I said I took pictures. To think that this is what could be seen ... the thought of what the kitchen looked like, behind-the-scene, makes me feel ill. It might seem that after all of this it makes sense that we did not enjoy our food ... but the food was lousy and poorly prepared. Period. I am writing this review as a WARNING: that if you are someone with a compromised immune system, highly susceptible to food poisoning - or you simply don't like to eat food off of and/or from apparatus caked in years of dirt (and probably fecal matter) ... this restaurant is not for you (or your children or elderly parents and friends). PS - the staff were friendly and welcoming although someone needs to introduce them to a scrub brush and heavy duty degreasers and disinfectants! Shame! read more

Stopped by for haddock fish and chips with no regrets! The value was on point and friendly customer service :) read more

Johnny G's Restaurant - 6"1 hand for scale ;) - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Staff is very friendly and food was delicious!! Their chocolate chip pancakes were soooo good!

I joined my two regular diner-mates and a surprise first-timer here this a.m., and on a beautiful day with the huge "garage door" windows open, it's a great space with the morning sun washing in. It looks hip and trendy from the outside, but don't worry, it's just a greasy spoon. ;-) My breakfast special was A-OK, but with nothing exceptional. (Typical diner coffee, boring "Wonder" brown toast, and cubed and deep fried - but home made, methinks - home fries...see Connie T's photo). 2 of my friends had the Corned Beef Hash which they pronounced, "meh". Our lovely newcomer had one of the breakfast specials which was very good. I forget what it was called. Sooo, the space is great on a nice day, the service is friendly, attentive and quick, and the food is average. Good value for a typical diner meal. read more

Johnny G's Restaurant - Frontage. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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I thought I'd venture away from my usual Saturday morning breakfast joint b/c I had heard good things about Johnny G's and wanted to check it out. My bf and I walked in, and the place was packed - usually a good sign. The unfortunate thing, however, is that it was jam packed full of screaming children, some running around everywhere. While I can't really blame the restaurant for this, I'm not sure if this is a common occurrence. The menu was fairly basic (wish there were more options), but CHEAP. Can't complain about that. I ordered the spinach and feta omelette with home fries. The home fries were pretty tasty. The omelette was okay, nothing special. The eggs tasted a bit different than what I was used to. Good amount of food and beverage (coffee and orange juice) included too. While I can appreciate it was busy so the waitress was trying her best to fulfill everyone's needs quickly, it seemed like she was the one doing everything even though there were other people working. To be honest, other than it being cheap, I don't really see the greatness of this place. I'll be going back to my usual joint. read more

Came here for breakfast last weekend. The service was not speedy but the prices were very reasonable, and you got both coffee and orange juice with your meal! It was the Monday between Canada Day and the Weekend, so I don't think Johnny was expecting the place to be mobbed. I had the English Breakfast for 8.50 and my girlfriend got the Eggs Benny. She said the Hollandaise was very nice and homemade. read more

We waited 30 minutes before even getting a cup of coffee. Severely understaffed with a confused waitress. Very dirty bathroom with a huge hole and a faucet missing. New management I think. read more

I ended up here because gourmet burger next door was closed. I was hungry and look at review for this place it looked decent. Thou seem like might be good or bad but I'm taking my chances Got serve almost immediately, so that a plus. Small diner, decor isn't anything special thou. On the table was still wet didn't bother to wipe it down. Still a bit sticky. I should note its been about 20 mins wait which isn't bad. Eggs,sausage, ham, bacon and home fires were good. My only was hard slightly toasted toast. All in all a good meal, service was lacking, waitress was friendly but didn't really check in much on me. She went out in front of restaurant to smoke, I guess they dont have back entrance. It's off setting but what can you do. read more

Johnny G's Restaurant - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

My new breakfast place! They serve great food though the speed of service could be improved on weekdays when in a hurry... Would return again when looking to cure a headache :) read more

Johnny G's Restaurant - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Very friendly staff in a dingy but endearing spot! Our meals took an exceptionally long time in coming out but this was due, in part, to a large party that came in shortly before we did. We didn't feel this was addressed adequately by the servers but they did apologize for the wait eventually. The food was pretty good! We had burgers (mine a veggie, his a standard) and were overall pleased. They only accept cash, so come prepared. read more

came here for brunch and the waiter was super friendly and the food was rlly good as well as really good portions!! def would recommend for anyone who wants a filling but decently priced meal! read more

Lots of room for improvement in terms of taste, presentation and delivery. I hope you can do it- because it is a great neighbourhood spot.

Best of the Diner Squad. I love it here. Sure, it's not like eating at an el fancy joint for High Tea, but that's not what I want in a diner. The family running Johnny G's is so great, I just want to eat here every day just to see them and how they interact with all their customers. I see business folk, kids, families, weirdoes like me, and just about any combination of people here and everyone is welcome. English Breakfast with beans makes my day, and oatmeal as a more slimming selection is fantastic. The prices are right, the glasses of water are huge, and if you forget to ask for your orange juice, you get reminded. =D Love it. read more

We came here for brunch because the House on Parliament was not yet opened, but in hindsight we really should have just waited. We walked in and took a table near the kitchen, because they kind of have this open kitchen thing going on and I like to see how my food is made when I can. Big mistake, huge. Watching eggs sop around on the flattop crusted with meat grease was not the most appetizing. We ordered anyway, because I think I was a little hungover and food is food. The place itself is kind of charming, in an Old Country kind of way. Everything seemed to be a little bit sticky, or covered in a very fine layer of dust. I personally like cozy neighbourhood places because I'm hipster trash like that, but this was a little too sticky for my liking. Our waitress reminds me of my time staying over at my Greek friend's grandmother's house. I tried to thank her in Greek, but I just got a curt nod. It wasn't that she wasn't nice, but it was very apparent she knew who her regulars were, and I definitely was not one of them. We ordered the Big Breakfast and Eggs Parisian with a side of asparagus. The asparagus came on a sad little plate and it seemed like it was dumped right out of a can. It was so sad looking I think it was crying on the plate, or perhaps canned salt water leaking onto the plate. I mentioned that I thought the asparagus was going to be fresh, or if not fresh then at least not mushy and limp. The waitress took it away and still billed us for it even though I barely ate one whole asparagus. I don't care so much about the $5ish as much as it is the principle of things. Both actual dishes were so underwhelming to the point I finally understood how my Asian parents felt when I told them I was pursuing a bachelor of arts degree. There are so many other places to eat in Cabbagetown that I don't feel like Johnny G's should be your priority. Go brunch at any of the pub-like places down Parliament. Trust me, money back guaranteed. read more

I was pretty skeptical of the bad reviews here since I'm pretty unpicky about diner food. This place was one of the only breakfast places open New Years Day and the staff were extremely enthusiastic considering they had to work on a holiday. However the food was truly lacking. The orange juice was watered down and tasted worse than just water. there was no seasoning on anything ordered. the food was just so mediocre. Given a choice of another restaurant, I don't think I would return. read more

Johnny G's is the place to be's! Expect them to be busy for breakfast time. Expect free coffee or tea AND juice with the entire brunch menu. Expect your mug to be like no one else's. Expect them to take care of you. I've had samplings of various breakfast combos but a standout for me was the homemade burger. I'm not used to being asked how I want mine done! So Canadian. It's a juicy burger with perfect portions of all the standard burger topping. I've never been able to finish more than half of it and if you get there during brunch hours, you will still get the harshbrowns, coffee or tea and juice despite it not being a breakfast-y dish. They do have slipups sometimes but it is such a charming place that whatever happens is always forgiven. You can just tell that they are honestly trying and sometimes only one server is working so come what may. Expect to leave full and expect a good time! read more

This place rocks!! $6.99 plus tax for the big breakfast including coffee (free refills) and orange juice. If you like fancy this place might not be for you. However if you like comfortable, friendly, and great value then give it a try. I've never had a problem with anything I have eaten here it all has tasted great. The waitresses are fabulous it is obvious they give a pancake about good service! read more

Let me start out by saying that I'm a huge fan of simple, homey restaurants but the quality of the food here just does not cut it. I was excited to try the Eggs Oscar but could not have been more disappointed.The asparagus was completely mushy and salty, the English muffin stale, the Hollandaise thick and gloopy, there was eggshell in my poached egg and the coffee was bitter. Just as well that we were never offered a refill. Hubby had steak and eggs, ordered medium but it was almost raw and gristly. Nasty stuff. Basically the worst breakfast either of us have ever had. (We kept thinking 'Is this a joke?' and half expected that someone was going to pop out and tell us that we'd just been punked because seriously, what kind of restaurant serves food like this??) The atmosphere was also really lacking. The table was sticky and while I love any type of ethnic music, the Greek (?) music blaring from the kitchen on poor quality speakers was so loud it was anxiety-producing and made us want to leave as quickly as possible. A bonus point for the real OJ and mashed potatoes. There are many other far better breakfast options in the area. I have NO IDEA how this place could be rated so highly. Hopefully it was an off day. Sorry, not recommended. read more

Johnny G's is one of the best breakfast spots in the city. Often packed during weekend breakfast hours (ie all day), you probably won't find better quality for the cheap price. For about $7 after tax and tip, you get a full breakfast, plus coffee and a small orange juice. The woman who seems to always be there is one of the friendliest breakfast people in the city. Very momish in all the best ways. Service here is great, and the food always comes quickly. The place has a very homey feel, with things like their huge variety of coffee mugs (almost every single one is different) making for fun conversation. It's also worth noting that they have a sign on the window that states 'Best Burgers in the City,' but I've never tried 'em. I just can't turn down the breakfast. read more

Food is OK, nothing special. Most of the breakfasts I've eaten there are usually over cooked, especially the eggs. You ask for over easy...because you like to dip your toast in them...you get over-med to well done. The main server there who is an older brunette women is nice, but plays favourites with her regulars. Last time I was in there with my partner, she left his breakfast sitting on the counter while she just kept gabbing away to these people for a good 5-10mins. This morning I tried to have breakfast there by myself . She told me to sit anywhere, so I took a seat at a clean table. These 2 male customers come in after me and she cleans there table...gets them coffees and menus...then takes there order. Meanwhile I'm sitting there not even being acknowledged. After 10 mins, I walked out. I don't plan on going back. I'll walk the extra blocks to Chew-Chews Diner. read more

The burger here is excellent, the grilled cheese is good-drrrrty and they now have free WiFi! WHAT? Life. Made. PEPPER POINTS: for keeping it so damn real, G's. read more

Johnny G's. My favourite post-party weekend brunch place. Their food is excellent! One of the best burgers I've had, and they're not even known for them. Hmm, gotta try the 'Homemade Burger', it's heavenly. Except, the bread can be a bit stale at times. To be honest, I probably only noticed after my 10th burger there (can you tell how often I'm there?), so it's not that big of a deal. Again, like many places, visually it's meh. I mean, it's a diner. So who cares. But the food is great. And it's got a family feel to it, since the owner (a great Greek lady - love her! always cheery and chatty) is amazing and her family works there too. The other employees are all family or friends, and they are extremely friendly. Truly make you feel welcome - Greek style! It's just a good place to go, eat good food and chat with friends. Not to mention, you get juice, potatoes/fries and coffee with every order. NomNom! read more

Johnny G's was pretty good. The food was okay, the service was excellent. Our coffee and water were always refilled and the staff were very warm here. I had the chicken eggs Benedict which was good, but not amazing, and a little bit pricey. The potato wedges were big but surprisingly good. I'm usually not a fan but I liked these ones. I might come back for a burger but probably not for breakfast. read more

Went for breakfast. Service was friendly but slow and waitress seemed confused. Food on the other hand was great and the open air atmosphere is nice. Omelettes filling, hash browns tasty. My daughter had poutine which was good but nothing special but you could tell the fries under the gravy were very nice. read more

Service friendly, small-town feel. Very nice, attentive but not overbearing. Both people working took a smoke break and started smoking right outside the open entrance door....so the whole place smelled like smoke. I'm not a huge fan of that, despite my affinity to date and befriend smokers exclusively. Well priced. Unexciting. Women's bathroom door - don't even try to go in there, you will get locked in and die, most likely. That my be my strange fear of getting locked in public washrooms talking, but that door DEFINITELY doesn't close right... Our meals were supposed to come with tea/coffee, but we got none and no one offered... 3 stars because of the pricing and the sweet service. read more

I went to Johnny's this morning. You can tell this is a family owned business, grandma, mum, dad, daughter and son I'm pretty sure. They have nice touches like mints and toothpicks and my coffee was served in an old mug which read "my mum's the best" which was so touching. The atmosphere is very relaxed, there's a nice breeze from the open windows and strong fans going at the top. Service is quick - I got my breakfast in about 4 minutes after ordering with table service. food....The coffee was soooo good. I'm a coffee lover, very much so this was a surprise to me. I've had a few eggs benny in my time so I'm spoiled. The eggs were perfectly cooked. The english muffins were below average, so was the hollandaise, and the home fries. It made me feel a bit sick but I hardly have an iron stomach. I didn't see anything wrong with the orange juice, it was just cheap. I have this friend, he eats in food courts in malls, he never complains about food and he would eat things I would otherwise turn my nose up at. But that's him and I've eaten some very good food in my time so that's an important factor here. If basically get what you pay for here, the food is so cheap, and the service is great, and the atmosphere is nice. I haven't tried the burgers yet but they could be fantastic. The poutine the lady was having next to me looked a bit sad. The thing is, yelpers are critical that's why they are here. If you like nice food, the eggs benny is not for you. If you are fussy about service and atmosphere, then it is. Its a great place to feel like you've gone home to mums house for breakfast or just to have a coffee or a cold drink. read more

Standard breakfast. Awesome woman who gave the homeless free coffee. Overall, great laid-back place to eat breakfast and lunch. read more

For $7 - $12, I got a decent sized breakfast. In fact, so much that I could not finish. Casual atmosphere, busy hostesses, friendly and fast service. Good for an easy-going crowd who want a comfortable place and lots of food. Also good for those hungry weekend mornings. Atmosphere: 2.5/5, simple, casual, a bit crowded Food: 3/5, generous amount of food Service: 4.5/5, quick, casual, friendly Crowd: 2.5/5, ah..no need to say more read more