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Maple Leaf Diner

4.5 (4.1k reviews)
Closed • 7:00 am - 2:30 pm

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Moderate noise
Casual
Good for kids
Good for groups

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Johanna C.

What a great spot! I love that they have some familiar options with some items that are difficult to find elsewhere in the area-something for everybody! There's a long wait, but it's worth it! The food was all fresh and tasty. I'll definitely make the drive from Houston to visit this spot again. My only qualm is that their waitlist system is a bit misleading. It'll tell you you're a certain spot in line, and then bump you. Turns out that's because certain people who joined the waitlist haven't actually checked in.

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Melanie M.

The food was great, the waiter was really kind. The place is comfortable and great. Very busy on a Saturday morning but we still only had to wait 15 minutes so they are hustling those tables! Only thing I can say to improve was that the inside was a bit confusing. Everyone was waiting around and no one was out front. While we were seated, a couple was wondering through the inside unsure on where to go. Other than that it was SO good! They are totally busy but worth the wait.

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Sherwanna C.

The service was outstanding! Our server was top notch. The whole staff was attentive from the time you walk in until you leave. The food was great as well. I could have eaten all of my husband's fries. It was a lot of food. The ambiance was definitely a diner experience.

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Laura G.

5 stars all around. I got a half portion of the regular/classic poutine and a raspberry cream cheese cookie. Both were awesome. The poutine was flavorful and the portion size was enough to make me full. The service was great, food came out very quickly and was hot & fresh.

Canadian Eggs Benedict
Nhu C.

The search is over! I've been looking for the best Chicken Fried Steak in Dallas, and I think Maple Leaf Diner has everyone beat. The batter is seasoned perfectly and stays crispy without falling apart--a rare find. My fiancé and I also shared a half-order of the poutine; it was delicious, addictive, and the ideal size for two people to split. The service is exactly what you want from a diner: friendly, attentive, and quick. If you're craving comfort food, this is the spot.

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Trinh T.

It's been a while since I reviewed Maple Leaf Diner. Since my last review, the COVID pandemic is over so this review focuses on Maple Leaf Diner's current interior. My Overall Rating - 5 Stars (Atmosphere, Service, Food, Return) Atmosphere - There is a new remodeled interior (since my last review). Maple Leaf Diner is still in the same location, but the COVID friendly walls have been replaced by traditional booths and seating. There's more decoration on the walls too - especially if you walk down the hall to use the bathroom. Here you can read all the magazine articles that have written about Maple Leaf Diner. 1 Star. Service - Tip: Get in line using the Yelp App. Maple Leaf Diner is extremely popular on weekends, and if you don't get in line, you'll have to wait from 1 - 2 hours. Once you're in, you're greeted with smiles and attentive servers. 1 Star. Food - Maple Leaf Diner is known for its Canadian owners and pure Maple Leaf syrup. So if season pumpkin pancakes are on the menu, ORDER THEM. I did, and I was rewarded with a soft, fluffy stack of thick pancakes with a hint of cinnamon. I was given two small bowls of maple syrup, and I used them both. I also ordered the poutine. Just like in Canada, the poutine had fresh, hot fries smothered in brown gravy and cheese curds. It may sound weird, but it tastes delicious. 2 Stars. Will I Return? - Yes, because there's nothing like Maple Leaf Diner. It's true, I could visit another pancake house and enjoy their pancakes, but there's no mistaking the Canadian charm and delicious food of the Maple Leaf Diner. See you next weekend! 1 Star.

*Half Poutine
Megan L.

My boyfriend and I came here after my 10k race. We waited for 45 min (heads up, you can get in line virtually in Yelp) before we were seated. Love the atmosphere and the vibe of the place :) We saw how big the portion was, so we ordered 2 dish to split. i especially love the cream puff on top of the chicken, bacon and waffles, other than that, to me, it is kind of standard - nothing too outstanding. But the poutine *mm* - it was my first ever poutine. Heard so much about it but never had it. Better than expected and will definitely order again!!! Anyways, the dish portion is huge. Sharing is the best decision we made.

Chicken & Waffles
Nikki J.

The ambience is best described as diner diner style (busy & bustling.) We were say immediately upon entering the restaurant and greeted almost within seconds by our server after sitting at the table. I was feeling breakfast and decided to go with something including pancakes. I loved the consistency, I consider myself a pancake conoseur and their pancakes hit the spot. Instead of eggs, I substituted for their breakfast potatoes which came out hot and crispy . I was even more pleased to know they offered turkey sausage as there are some restaurants that only have pork and beef options. So that game a star in my book. Overall, I'd say the meal was very filling, delicious and freshly cooked. Our server was very attentive and kept not only our water cups filled but continued to check on us throughout our time there. Great choice to stop here, as we were fresh off the airplane, coming from the airport and starving !! Way to go Maple Leaf Diner

Juliette G.

You guys the hype is real. Amazing service and great food at reasonable price. It's a total diner and I highly recommend you guys adding this to your list. The vibe is total old school diner and the service is impeccable! I cannot wait to return. The poutine was great and perfectly salty. The pancakes are fluffy and the waffles were perfect. My friends got cotton candy mimosa and enjoyed every drop. Add this place to your rotation!

*Farmers Omelet
Clayton B.

Family and I wanted to try out a new brunch spot and happy we did. Full blown Canadian decor all over, with plenty of seating. Menu is massive, so many options. I got an omelette and my wife got chicken bacon and waffles, which came with cream puffs on top. The omelette was solid but the house potatoes on the side stole the show. Seasoned so well with some sort of Cajun/seasoning salt, they were fantastic. Coffee was solid and service was great. Will definitely be coming back.

*Country Style Breakfast
alyssa s.

Generous portions and a great variety of foods to choose from. The ambiance was warm and inviting, and the service was attentive. The pumpkin pancakes were my favorite. I'd definitely come back to try more items on the menu!

Kevin B.

Such a fun experience! We were meeting 2 of our adult children in Dallas for a weekend together. This restaurant just happened to be close to where we were staying. None of us have been to Canada so it was really nice to enjoy a new dining experience together. There was quite a long wait so we were thankful to have gotten on the waitlist early (about 40 minutes before we arrived). The staff were super friendly and our server was very friendly. The food was delicious and the portions were huge. The Canadian Rueben was so good. I absolutely loved the Canadian Classic Poutine. The rest of our group had various food like blueberry pancakes, chicken strips, chicken fried chicken, and an omelet. We really wanted to try something from the bakery part, but we were stuffed. Hopefully we can visit again sometime.

Ellen K.

Make sure to get on the Yelp waitlist, cause the line can get long during brunch hours. - Half Poutine 4.2/5 Semi-crispy fries with warm gravy and a whole lotta cheese. It's tasty, especially with the hot sauce. I thought the half was also a perfect size for a party of 2, since we both got entrees as well. - Chicken, Bacon, & Waffles 3.6/5 I thought the waffles and chicken were slightly soggy, hence the lower rating. Everything together tasted delicious. - Lox Benedict w/ Latkes 1.9/5 The hollandaise lacked seasoning, but the eggs were perfectly cooked, yolks runny. The whole dish lacked seasoning, latkes were okay, kind of soggy on the inside. Free parking in lot.

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2 years ago

This is a cute restaurant with a Canadian theme. The service was friendly and the food was good. The kids enjoyed their food too.

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2 years ago

This place was super good with a great environment! Christina our server was amazing! Definitely give this place a try!

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Cristina's service was outstanding and food was delicious. All the food recommended was amazing.

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Always a great experience with good food and great service. The setting is so relaxed and informal too, which I like.

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After traveling to Canada, I've been craving poutine! MLD nails it with the perfect brown gravy. Bobby served us, super sweet and cute. ;)

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Always great and tons of food!! I've never had their baked goods but they look amazing!!

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2 years ago

Everything about this diner is great--food, service and ambiance. Definitely recommend.

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2 years ago

Amazing service, ambiance is A1 and the food is DELICIOUS . Will be dining here for breakfast form now on

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Nothing special. Just your average breakfast place. Service is fine. Ambiance is typical.

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Amanda took great care of us today and the food, as always, was delicious! We come every week and are never disappointed.

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Ask the Community - Maple Leaf Diner

What is the attire for this restaurant?

Casual wear, it's not a brunch environment where you'd get dressed up, but I mean that's fine too, do you.

Does this place allowed pet dogs?

No.

How do I modify party soze?

Nobody knows what that is.

How's the poutine here? Are the cheese curds fresh?

The poutine is pretty good. The gravy is thick. The cheese curds are good. They don't taste as good or fresh as the ones I usually get in Ontario, Canada. When ever I'm homesick and craving a poutine it def does the trick. Also make a… Read more

On Sundays, is this restaurant open for sit-in business or just take-out?

Yes

Are you able to accommodate a nut allergy?

no. Don't go there. It's full of nuts. You'll go into shock.

Are you doing Bottomless Sunday Brunches?

I believe clothing is required to go to the restaurant

Why does it show up under gluten free when I can't find gluten-free on the menu anywhere?

We have gluten-free toast, and gluten-free French toast in addition to the things that are naturally gluten free. Our menu is made from scratch in house so there are no mystery ingredients in our menu items! Cabbage rolls.. etc are gluten free.

Is breakfast served all day?

Yes but closes mid-afternoon. Great choice!

Do they offer any brunch specials/discounts? "Bottomless Mimosas" or other deals?

Not on a regular basis.

Do they allow dogs?

No they do not allow dogs.

Are they serving their full menu during the pandemic? The website looks like an abbreviated version?

Just go and eat the food. You'll end up dying for a second visit.

Can I make Reservations or soI just have to come in on that day?

We were there this weekend - you can get on the waitlist on Yelp before you leave home - depending on your drive and check in before the time your table is set to be ready. We got on waitlist at 11:15 and had to check in by 12:20 - we checked in… Read more

Are service dogs allowed?

Service dogs, as a medical necessity, are allowed, however therapy dogs and emotional support animals are not eligible at this location.

Do they have iced coffee?

yes

Is it recommended to come earlier than opening time to prevent a long wait?

The wait typically starts around 9:30ish; if you can arrive before then you should be seated right away or shortly thereafter. Also, anytime between 3pm-9pm the wait isn’t as long and breakfast is served all day, everyday, thanks!

Do they have vegetarian burgers?

Yes, they have one option

1. Are you open on New Year's Day? 2.Do you have delivery (just for 3 people)

Yes! We are only closed on Christmas Day and Thanksgiving Day. We are currently offering delivery, you can call us at 214-434-1626 to order, carryout or delivery. Thank you!

Do they have any gluten free options?

Th FF

Bottomless mimosas on sundays?

Nope. 😕

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Bubba's Cooks Country - Dallas

Bubba's Cooks Country - Dallas

4.1(742 reviews)
5.3 mi
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With everyone is watching carbs, touting the newest dietary buzzwords of the day, it's nice to know…read morethere's a place that we all remember growing with and doesn't apologize for it. Over the years, They have added grilled items that are quite tasty, but Ima go for the fried anything along with mashies, baked beans, etc. The chicken and dumplings are heaven on earth anytime of the year. Prices are decent, considering the economy these days. If you dine in, there's staff that are happy to help you get your grub to the table, will make sure you have butter and honey for the fluffy buns, and smile no matter how busy it gets. Leaving a buck or 2 is not expected, but a nice gesture for their efforts. Blanca sez check'em out!

Thought I would try the Chicken Livers today. I haven't had them since I was a teenager... and…read moreno... not doing the math on that one! Walked in, joined the line and placed my order. Noticed ladies working in the dining room to assure tables are clean as soon as customers leave. Once your meal is ready, they will call your name or someone will bring it to your table. Retro decor. Loved the music. Located across from SMU. You have the college crowd, residents from the neighborhood, grandparents with their grandchildren, and drive thru all buzzing with conversation. I found the chicken livers lightly battered, crispy on the outside and very tender meat on the inside. Mashed potatoes, gravy, and green beans were my sides. All tasty. Add additional seasonings and pepper sauce if you prefer. Be sure to check out the banana pudding. I requested extra meringue. Dessert was made fresh and tasted great. Pick-up, drive through, or dine in. Side note: Although there is no place for a tip when paying for your order... I always leave a tip on the table or hand it to the ladies working there. Much deserved for their hard work, friendly smiles, and pleasant attitude.

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Norma's Cafe - Bacon and cheese burger!

Norma's Cafe

4.1(661 reviews)
12.2 mi•Oak Cliff
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Loved Norma's!! You have to go here for breakfast if you are in the area. It is the cutest diner…read morespot with the nicest staff AND amazing food! They have an extremely expansive menu and everything we ordered was amazing! They make in house biscuits and they were INCREDIBLE. You can seat yourself here and they have a variety of booths, tables, and countertop seating! Everything was super fresh and made to order. You can tell they are making everything from scratch and the vibe in here matched that! 10/10

Four of us came to Norma's before a concert at the Kessler. It was convenient and we really liked…read morethe food. I got a short stack of (huge) pancakes and they were great. My friend had the four-vegetable choice and she said they were good - as she slathered butter onto the homemade cornbread and rolls. DH and his friend had chicken-fried chicken and chicken-fried steak and my husband said it was one of the best chicken-fried steaks he'd had in a long time. Service was great and attentive and we enjoyed the whole dinner. It's an older cafe (the first Norma's, I believe). We'll be back for the good homemade food. A couple behind us bought two whole pies and they looked great, but we were way too full to order any for ourselves.

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Mama's Daughters' Diner - Blueberry pancakes

Mama's Daughters' Diner

3.9(580 reviews)
8.9 mi
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I consider myself a regular. I have always received great service here. Like any restaurant some…read moredishes are better than others. You just got to find your favorite. This place does get packed at lunch but food comes out fast. For lunch, I recommend the Roast Beef in Brown Gravey, Fried Okra, Corn Bread, and another side of your choice. Delicious! For breakfast, I like to get the Sausage and Biscuits with Gravey, sometimes with eggs. The Biscuits are just basic and simple, but they are sure are good and flavorful and fresh n hot. Overall the prices are good for the portions you get and you get alot of food. This is dinner food, so expect dinner quality. It is not the greatest, but it beats most other breakfast places. Personally, I like the food and will continue to eat here every week.

Pretty darn good! Showed up a little after 11am for a late breakfast. I got the Mana's favorite…read morebreakfast which is 2 eggs, hash browns or grits ( I got hash browns ), biscuit and gravy, and bacon or sausage (I got bacon). Oh and a coffee. Eggs came as I ordered them, it came with 3 pieces of bacon and the bacon was cooked exactly as I like it (chewy!!). The gravy didn't even need much pepper! Got seated immediately and after ordering the food came incredibly fast service. It's a typical diner on the inside, if you've been to a diner you'll know what to expect.

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The Diner of Dallas - Cured ham steak

The Diner of Dallas

3.4(232 reviews)
4.1 mi
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This spot had been on our must-try list for a while. We've driven through the area before but never…read morestopped--until now. We went on a Saturday for brunch. The restaurant wasn't particularly busy, but it still took about 5-10 minutes before we were seated. We ordered coffee, a Western Omelette with cheese, a Spanish Omelette, and pancakes with orange juice for the kids. The coffee was excellent, the omelettes were decent, and the kids' pancakes were delicious. The biscuits and toast on the side were also really good. Unfortunately, the hash browns, sausage, and bacon were disappointing. If you enjoy a 1950s-style diner vibe with friendly, welcoming staff, this place nails the atmosphere. The food, however, was a bit of a mixed bag.

This used to be a Norma's cafe! That explains all the wonderful pies you see when entering…read more Super fresh and beautiful pies! Love this! We bought a coconut cream pie to eat at home. We had the most wonderful waitress, Nancy. She was attentive and spot on with making sure our needs were met. (Mostly with ketchup). They don't have bottles of ketchup because somebody's, rotten, unsupervised kid filled a ketchup bottle with crayons. UGH. Could have been a lawsuit for this diner. You now have to deal with tiny cups of ketchup for dipping. How sad. Our waitress brought us sauce, Tabasco and Louisiana sauce. Personally, we're a Cholula sauce type of family. Hopefully, they will add this choice to the menu for a table offering. Everything, we ordered to eat was delicious! Hubby had the pork chops which I thought were chicken fried steak. The coating was crisp and perfect for the 2 pork chops. He loved them! Plus the mashed potatoes were 100% real potatoes! The white gravy was great. You can also choose to have brown gravy if you like. One of our kids had catfish. Our fault for not ordering it to be crispy. No biggy, the portions are gracious. Comes with cornbread. I had the burger. You'd think at a diner it would be greasy and gross. However, far from it! The bacon was crisp and the condiments on top the burger were fresh! This place is nothing fancy. Lots of nostalgia. The food is like eating at home. They do offer a senior citizen discount! I'm sure they also offer a military discount, however I did not ask. For being a "hole in the wall" restaurant, off the beaten path, I recommend this place! My family loves these kind of restaurants. No flare, and the food is always so darn good. The wait staff is impressive! The food is satisfying and the nostalgia makes this place worth a visit. March 2025

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Norma's Cafe  - Chili Cheese Fries

Norma's Cafe

3.7(601 reviews)
4.9 mi•North Dallas
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From the moment you walk in, you're greeted with that warm, classic diner feel that just makes you…read morefeel at home. The staff is incredibly friendly and attentive--they really go out of their way to make sure you're taken care of. The food is the real star here. Everything tastes fresh, homemade, and full of flavor. The portions are HUGE, so you definitely get your money's worth. Their chicken fried steak is perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the gravy is rich and delicious. Don't even get me started on the pies--they're out of this world! Service was fast, the atmosphere was welcoming, and the whole experience just felt genuine and comforting. If you're looking for a spot with great food, generous portions, and top-notch service, Norma's Cafe is a must-visit. I'll definitely be coming back!

Hottddaamm!!! So…read moreglad they screwed up at honeywhatever around the block This place is stinking amazing !!! Music!!! Wow!! 80s and 90s ... like what i would want at a diner. We were sat immediately. Absolutely wonderful people! The coffee was greaaatttt!!! Hot and flavorful!! Not like the light brown tea almost coffee you get at a lot of places. I had the chicken fried steak and eggs with the homemade biscuit... oh man. It had been. A while since I had something that good. My wife.\nHad the french toast and bacon. The bread tasted like it was sweet at home.It was already sweet and the bacon was nice , long and thick and crispy. Order a cinnamon roll to go , which we're excited to have here in a couple of hours, but everyone in this establishment is very hospitable , and everyone has a smile. If you have a chance to come and to enjoy please do so. Ask for Joshua!!! Great young man.

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