First time to the Raven and impressed with the eclectic decor and friendly server…read more Fun menu with mix and match items. The soup choices are plentiful and the salads were fresh and satisfying. Worth a stop away from chains for sure

I came across this café while looking for a quiet place to get some work done, and I'm so glad I…read moredid! First of all, the name caught my attention because I'm a huge Edgar Allan Poe fan. I was pleasantly surprised that the Poe theme is clever and subtle rather than overly cheesy. The décor has more of an antique bookstore feel, with fun Poe inspired names throughout the menu. Despite the theme, there's nothing dark or dreary about this place. The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming, and the service was prompt. Our waiter was friendly and had some great recommendations. The soup sampler was easily the highlight for me. I've never seen anything like it before! I tried the baja chicken enchilada, mushroom with brie cheese, beef chili with beans, and the special of the month potato curry. I ranked them from favorite to least favorite, but honestly, everything was delicious in its own way. My drink and sandwich with a side of potato salad was very tasty! I finished the whole thing! If you're a Poe fan, the witty menu names will definitely make you smile. The food is good, portions are satisfying, and the prices are reasonable. I'd absolutely come back if I'm ever in the area again to try more of the menu.

Stepping inside feels like you're entering a cozy old-school diner with a big window, booths, and…read moretables. I almost missed the coat rack on my way out. This is my third visit, and although my eggs last time were overcooked, (could of been the way I ordered) I've never had a bad breakfast here yet. This time, I wasn't as hungry, so I just had oatmeal with raisins and walnuts. Their coffee is a regular Joe, and they also have an old-school cappuccino machine. The service is always sweet and simple, and just remember to take your ticket to the cashier to pay.

Hungry for breakfast after camping we stopped into Maria's based on high review scores and they…read moreweren't kidding. When you walk in there is a very comfortable ambiance with very nice decor, updated woodwork, light fixtures and historic pictures/ photos of Port Huron or nautical views. There are many large spacious booths (6 smaller adults could easily fit) and tables as well, which look new but classic diner touches with silver molding/ trim. The staff were very friendly, hospitable and personable giving honest feedback for our choices as 1st time patrons. The coffee was delicious and the mugs had a good feel in the hand. I enjoyed the Country Fried Steak and my over medium eggs were perfectly cooked and delicious on their sourdough toast. Hash browns were buttery and had nice crisp to them. My friend had the Country Benedict and also enjoyed her meal very much. While the country gravy had ample bits of sausage and was plentifully served, it was a tad too thick for me personally; though our server said it was one of their best dishes. There was parking in the street in front the morning we went, not sure of additional parking options. The entrance is on the corner with 2 doors to get in, the door we used had a small step up and I believe the 2nd door may be more accessible for people with mobility challenges. Inside was spacious and his/ hers 1 seater restrooms that could accommodate mobility equipment (wheelchairs or walkers). Pricing was 2/4 $$, and appropriate for the high quality homemade meals you'll enjoy. We were even able to get coffee to go and enjoyed during our drive home to Dearborn! I highly recommend Maria's for a great experience and will definitely be back!

Food and drinks were wonderful and the staff made us feel right at home! We'll definitely return…read morewhen in Sarnia.

Love the location. I will say this is a great spot to grab drinks with friends or family on the…read moremarina. As for breakfast food, the breakfast sausage links were barely edible & the potatoes were very undercooked. The hollandaise sauce was yummy though so maybe I'm just ordering the wrong thing. Service is always amazing here!! Be mindful of where you sit depending on the time of year because the bees can be bad.

This is a cozy, no-frills place with quite a few booths (that are comfy!) and a high ornate roof. I…read morelike that the tables were not cluttered close together and so it would be a great, not-too-noisy place for conversation and working. However, some of the booth seats seemed a little old and torn, and the window area by the booth seemed a little dusty, like it could be neatened up more often. Other than that, we really liked this place though. First, the service was warm and excellent. The staff were great at answering questions about the menu and giving recommendations. Next, the chocolate butter tart was excellent! There are two options of butter tarts (a particularly Canadian treat), a plain one and a chocolate one. Having consulted a server, they highly recommended the chocolate butter tart for chocolate-lovers. The tart sides were delicious, and similar in texture to an egg tart. The inside was gooey and almost like chocolate sauce with a rich buttery base. The inside sauce really reminded me of a Chinese bun we love in Singapore, the liu sha bao or salted egg yolk custard bun. All in all, I highly recommend the chocolate tart for a small but punchy pop of decadence, and it goes perfect to complement with a cup of coffee. Other than that, the peppermint latte was wonderfully decorated according to my peppermint-loving friend (although another said it was definitely on the sweet side). Meanwhile, although my plain latte did not have the best latte art, staff proactively offered to add a variety of powdered toppings (cinnamon, cocoa and nutmeg) that put a smile to my face. All in all, it's a great place to chill and relax if you're not too fussy about everything being perfectly spic and span. As I said to my friends, sipping my coffee with my chocolate butter tart, "this is the life!"

Wow! The workers here couldn't be nicer. It's like they really like working here…read more The food is very outstanding. A little pricey, but worth every penny, (even though pennies are no longer used in Canada). A great place for a date too.

They have moved locations. They're no longer in Refined Fool…read more Atmosphere was nice but food was cold. 4 of us came in for dinner and all 4 plates were cold. Expectations let to disappointment.

An exceptional dining experience from start to finish! From the elegant glassware to the perfectly…read moreprepared dishes, every detail was outstanding. My husband had the smoked duck with squash and maple miso, and I enjoyed the lobster roll--both were absolutely delicious. The ambiance was warm and inviting, and the service was flawless. This is truly a five-star restaurant in every way. Highly recommend! The location has changed to 195 Christina Street.

Terrific view, great service but honestly the food was what blew me away. We sat at a table for…read morelunch overlooking the river. Our server was friendly and professional. The fish tacos - wow. Tasted as fresh as if the chef fished them out of the water only an hour earlier. I'm from Florida and fussy about my fish tacos. I rate these as excellent. The meal wasn't as pricey as anticipated for the ambiance and view and food. On a separate note, we were visiting the lighthouse and asked about the restaurant and the woman at the gift shop recommended it and said the thing that she liked about the restaurant the best was every single item on the menu featured something from Michigan. Love local cuisine! Definitely would eat here again next time we are in town!

Given this restaurant's location and the fact there is little to no competition in the area....this…read moreplace should be packed and have 4-5 star reviews. Sadly it doesn't. I've been there a few times now and what I observe is people eating not people enjoying a unique tasty meal with water views. I saw people eat and leave quickly without really enjoying their meal. Based on our meals, what I saw coming out of the kitchen and how fast it came out, Freighters must be serving a lot of frozen product, basically pub food. The cheese curds were the saddest, greasiest one I ever had (they were squares not curds) and hit the trash when we got home. Service was good. Not sure what the answer is. Perhaps it is just the taste of the people in the area...they like what they like. The Entrees on the menu were somewhat diverse and it looks like they are trying to upscale a little. We vacation to the thumb area often and finding good dining even good pub dining is very challenging.

This is the absolute best place for breakfast and they have the best clubhouse in the City. The…read morefood in my over 40yrs of going there has always been great, service and atmosphere are excellent. Karen and Her Daughters are always busy, honest and hard working, well done mmmmmm

This is a cheap greasy spoon diner in downtown Sarnia. Eggs, French toast, Canadian bacon, bacon,…read moresausage, coffee, etc, are just what the doctor ordered to start the day.

The last time I went to this restaurant, my food was cold and bland (the cook tried to blame the…read morewaitress), the utensils were dirty, and the place just had an overall greasy atmosphere. I found the owner extremely condescending and rude when I spoke to him about my order. I won't go back. I'm going to rate Salena's South East Cafe as one of the very worst restaurants in Sarnia. !

We found this place after a morning hockey game and it was really good. Decent amount of food and…read moregreat service. I got the western omelet and it was great. The home fries were excellent! Perfect spot for breakfast.

Excellent food and service. Very fresh (except for fruit). Good coffee, the boat and frittata…read morewere great! Hard to find with GPS

First time eating here in YEARS, ordered off SkipTheDishes and it all tastes the same. Portion…read morewasn't too big, but regardless filled my belly. If only they had french fries and gravy... 4 stars for the taste, 4 stars for the portion. Good job.

My husband & I were visiting from out of town and friends took us here for dinner…read more Food and service were phenomenal. And I love, love, loved the decor and ambiance. We are from the big city, so I love when small towns get that kitsch-Twin Peaks vibe on point. Get the Oysters Rockefeller!!! Portions are huge and we took home leftovers and enjoyed them the next day. What a gem of a restaurant! It's now a MUST whenever I visit Sarnia again!

Went for dinner last night and my wife and sister in law ordered the arctic char fish dish and it…read moremust've have been undercooked or very spoiled because they both spent the night on the toilet. Called the restaurant today to inform them to prevent others from the same fate. They did nothing!