A solid spot. Can't go wrong with this place a true diner. Breakfast is obviously the go to and is outstanding. Milkshakes are also a must. Service is always fast and polite. Top 5 breakfast place in all of edmonton for sure. Check it out, I recommend! read more

Solid diner joint with a 50's vibe. Our go to greasy spoon for traditional breakfast or chocolate shakes.

While my eggs were properly cooked, my steak was very overcooked. Given the speed with which my steak and eggs was delivered from the kitchen, I am left to wonder if the steaks on the day that I visited were cooked and held waiting for customers, divided into "less cooked" and "more cooked" piles. Service was efficient, if not all that friendly. At no time do I recall being asked how the food was. I have also tried the soup here and the one that I sampled was underwhelming. I am uncertain if I will return to dine at Route 99. The portions, the prices, and the service do not seem to be worth the effort. read more

I really want to like this self-styled fifties themed restaurant, that opened, I believe,, in the nineties. But I can't. Chalked it up to an individual order gone bad the first few times, but at what point do you give up? Suspected issues: 1. There appears to be only one chef in the kitchen preparing food for up to 20-30 seats. 2. Too many items on the menu. Reduced quality in everything. Pick a few things, and do it well. read more

Route 99 is in walking distance, so there is that. But, I also love it for its diner style ambiance and greasy style breakfast! I have only eaten at this diner for breakfast or brunch. My main go-tos are the two eggs any style with toast and hash, but you could also get a pancake! Otherwise, I order the vegetarian omelette. If you are looking for an affordable, greasy spoon breakfast joint, then this is the place. Plus you get the reminiscent diner feel with all the neat decorations. It is usually quite busy on weekend mornings, so come early! A booth fits four people perfectly. Larger groups may not have the best time. Parking can be limited so you may have to look in residential areas. Alternatively, biking or walking are great options too! read more

I love places like this. The food is always good, the vibe is relaxed, and the best part? It's cheap. There's not many places anymore where you can get a bacon and eggs meal for a few bucks. Can't get much better than that! read more

I'm unsure as to how else to describe how bad this place is that someone else already hasn't. The place is cold, the coffee is gross (which I've never experienced at a diner before) and the food is literally dripping with grease. The service was ok, but I had to spit out more than one mouthful of grease back onto my plate. I like what they're trying to do atmospherically, but it feels old and uncared for. read more

I went there wanting to like the place for the Nostalgia, Diner atmosphere, etc. It scores points for Atmosphere. However, the service was so-so as it seems they're a tad understaffed. Food and coffee was meh. This was after two visits, and I'll give it a chance for a third strike, and if it happens won't be back again. Hopefully that's not going to happen. read more

I love this place. Sure, the food is just greasy-spoon food. Sure, the guys on the wait staff seem like they don't know what they're doing. (The women on the wait staff seem like experts, though!) And really, it's just a regular kind of place, but I love it! It's homey, really inexpensive, and a throwback to greasy spoons of my childhood. I wouldn't go there for a fancy dinner, but I love going there for breakfast. read more

If you want romantic ambience, or the newest pretentious fad fusion food, don't come here. I've come here 4 times this year and in my group we've tried the reuben, clubhouse, several breakfast offerings, the beef dip and several of their burgers and have never been disappointed. Their milkshakes, still made in the metal blender cup are made with real ice cream and are even enough for my 14 year old son. I find this place a great deal for the price you are paying, and while it can get busy, the chefs and waitresses have always gotten the food to my table quickly. read more

My wife and I went here for breakfast Sunday May 26, 2012. We arrived just after 10 am and were seated promptly. Coffee and tea on the table in under 2 minutes. I ordered the omelette special and my wife had her usual pancakes, butterfly sausage and hashbrowns. Food was incredible - and decent portions - more than enough for the two of us. Great atmosphere, old movies playing on the tv. What could be better on a Sunday morning! Coffee made it's rounds at least 6 times. Bill was delivered to the table quickly. read more

I really like the atmosphere in this place, the staff is very friendly and my coffee cup was never empty. I've only ever had the steak and eggs because they make the best I've ever tasted. I have to drive into Edmonton and then across town to get here but it is definitely worth it read more

Came for lunch today. Super busy line up of people. We were seated quickly beverages came right away and there wasn't that long a wait for the food. Servers were attentive and efficient read more

After waiting our turn in line to be seated we were told once we were seated in a booth that if a group of 4-5 people came in we would be asked to move to another spot. I find that unacceptable. When my tea came my cup had a dirty folded napkin that had come out of the dishwasher. This leaves me wondering about the hygiene in this diner. The food was okay but the price is right. read more

Great food, and staff. Steak and charbroiled (not flat top) eggs best breakfast for a long day. Always a great atmosphere in the morning and they even serve breakfast all day read more

Route 99 Diner - Steak and eggs - Diners Near Me - Edmonton, Alberta

Food was just okay. The eggs benny I ordered came with hash browns that were burnt and unseasoned. The French toast and ham my spouse ordered looked like something a 10 year old would make for Mothers Day in bed (apologies to all the 10 year olds out there for the age reference). Four half pieces of bland eggy toast with slices of processed ham. What more can you ask for at this price ($11.00) For what you get, the price was not worth the drive and wait. Service was slow and the waitress came once to our table to top up the coffee. The location was very busy. Maybe do to the fact that there are no other breakfast joints anywhere close to this place. I would highly recommend this place if you want to make a less than stellar impression on that special someone. Or you just want to see what all the hype was all about. Do this once and pass on future visits. You are better off saving your $30+ tip and spending it at place that have wait staff that are friendly. read more

So in terms of greasy spoon diners, this one isn't the best. Not terribly clean (the busboys were quite dirty) but the waitress was nice and efficient. The pancakes were okay, but the hashbrowns were soggy and the coffee is just hot brown water. read more

Great "old school" diner with good food and service. Clean, bright and spacious A favourite for those who want the traditional breakfast, and those Canadian staples such as burgers and fries. The males in my family love it. read more

Simple no frills eating here, at a price anyone can afford! If you want hotel food go to A HOTEL! This is a great place to have in my neighbourhood ! I have eaten here over many years and have found the quality and service always about the same. Staff have changed in recent months, but the cooks/owners have been there all these years. Weekends are the worst time to go for breakfast as they are SO busy the service sometimes suffers. Getting your food bill often involves going up to the cashier and paying up there for your meal. That being said go for breakfasts on week day mornings from 8 am-10 am they have a great breakfast *special but only **during the week. Their burgers are good, they usually bring you a tray of mustard, ketchup and relish to put on your burger. They have excellent medium and large pizzas that you can also order and pick up or take out around 9 to 15 bucks. The majority of the soup specials are very basic, but their clam chowder or beef barley soup are especially good (the rest ugg). Their donairs are really very GOOD! and their greek salads are a very popular vegetarian dish. It is the best liver and onions I have had so far. Their gravy is also thick and tasty, and on Fridays they have a fish and chips lunch special that comes with a side pkg of Kraft tartar sauce that is okay. If your a boy or girl with a big appetite then I suggest you order the 'farmers breakfast plate' its a big order of everything and includes pancakes. read more

LOVE LOVE LOVE!!!! This place! Delicious home cooked food, great prices, relaxed and friendly atmosphere. It really doesn't get much better!! read more

Pretty basic restaurant. I've only ever been for breakfast, but both times I went, I wasn't impressed. Service was very fast, staff is friendly enough, but the food is just bland, plain old typical diner breakfast food... Nothing too exciting. I wouldn't go back again. read more

Pretty typical diner food; nothing amazing but nothing poor either. Good serving size, decent prices.

We enjoyed everything and thought this diner was perfect for a early breakfast after a late night. Simple breakfast of eggs and sausage with toast and hashbowns which really fills you up. Not fancy but what diner is? We enjoyed the colorful atmosphere and memorabilia on the walls. read more

Spaghetti is bland, their veg is corn from a can, our burger patties were burnt. On the other hand, their fries were decent and apparently so was their gravy, but I wasn't willing to try. Needless to say, we won't be coming back. read more

It's a dive dinner for sure. But the floats are amazing and so are the milkshakes. We had two of the classics. The club house and the hot hamburger sandwich. Turns out it was pretty darn good. Service was ok too. Try this place out. I know they have good breakfast. read more

I have been going to route99 for about 6 years now. I love the theme and it feels like a nice relaxing place to go. Most of their sauces and meals are home made and the flavors are all come together for that "diner" feeling. The waitresses are fast, friendly and efficient and are always looking or more ways to help with what they can. This diner is a family business and the 3 main chefs that work,their put their heart into every meal. The only time you see the dishwasher is when his hands are piled high with plates, the dishwashers work hard and keep up with everything. I love this place and will continue to come as long as their doors are open. (BTW open from 7 am to 11 pm ) read more

Just moved to Edmonton searching for a quality breakfast place , We hit it on the nose food was awesome . My wife had the French toast , I had the famers breakfast 4 and half out of five . Now the service end , arrived at 730 am service 1out of five . will try again just because of the food , however if service is bad . time to look else where read more

I have been eating here for 20 years and have never had bad service nor a great meal. The atmosphere is cosy with the 50's décor with an aircraft wing hanging over the front counter. A great place to go back in time even just for a meal. read more

I stop by here every so often for milkshakes and fries because they are very good here. The last time I went was August 19th. It is a little pricey however you do get a lot for what you pay for. The service is really good there and I am always greeted by friendly people. The food itself is always delicious and as I said they have big portions. the only thing that I dislike is that you are charged to use the music machine. my friend and I paid to use it just to break the silence and it looked like the employees even enjoyed something to break the silence. All in all a great dining experience and I would suggest it to anyone. read more

Once again they do not disappoint! Great food, great service. Excellent atmosphere. Everyone treats you like you are the only customer in the place and trust me there was not an empty seat! Will continue to support Pat and the girls! Love love love Route 99, even bought a couple T-shirts! read more

It was dirty.. everywhere!!! greasy shredded potatoes and hollandaise sauce was almost translucent. Always wanted to come here because of the reviews but was very disappointed. read more

I love going to this place for a cozy family feel. My dad has known the people working there for a long time so its always nice to see them. The food is average... diner food but still good for a nice breakfast or lunch. The servers are quick and the food usually comes pretty fast. Sunday morning are always very busy so come early! read more

The food is good, the atmosphere is nice, but the service is really bad. Our server mixed up our drink order, and all three of our orders were served with the wrong sides. We didn't see her again until after all three of us had finished our meal and were getting our coats on to leave. read more

Service is always phenomenal and food is diner fast and good. Been going for years and will continue to.

This is a little late because I was contiplaiting if I should right a review or not after what I seen. I love the place and the food is good along with the service. Now the reason why this place got one star is because of how I witnesses (a long with a few other costumers) how the owner treats his staff. While I was waiting for my food I watched the young lady answer the phone. With in I would say less then a minute her boss was freaking out at her to take her food (while she was on the phone with a customer). She ended the call and try to explame what was going on. The owner looked mad and didn't care what she had to say. When she went back behind the counter he was getting mad at her in a rather rude and harsh tone about something. ( I couldn't hear what exactly) she was keeping it together and continued going on with her job. When some customers asked she apologized to them including myself and said it was just misscommunication no big deal. She smiled and shrugged it off. After seeing that personally I no longer feel comfortable supporting a restaurant that treat his staff like that. read more

Amazing breakfast and friendly service! Definitely recommend their breakfast over cora's or tutti fruitti!!

Breakfast is pretty simple already, cutting corners is not necessary. This place is more about the "atmosphere" than substance. The restaurant in general does not seem to really be kept up. I asked if the hollandaise was homemade and she said it was a "mix" - I should have known better but ordered it anyways. I wish I could say I was pleasantly surprised but I wasn't. The whites on my poached egg weren't done either. Both our plates had hashbrowns that were perfectly divided between browned to a crisp and mush. Our waitress didn't actually make it back to our table for about 20 minutes or more. I'm all about diners and retro joints but it's not an excuse to let the place go - good service should be a standard. We won't bother going back unless they do a major overhaul - I worked in a breakfast joint in Calgary that was incredibly busy, there is a lot of potential in this business if they turn it around. read more

I've only been to this restaurant once before and it was a long time ago, with my mother. I recently moved to 99 street and was able to walk 5 minutes to the place. I was craving Denny's, but didn't want to travel. I ordered a ham and cheese omelette, which came with toast and hash browns I wasn't aware of. The omelette was perfect, it tasted like 50 different flavours, both salty and sweet, both moist and crispy. The cheese was so smooth and creamy, just the right amount of melted. My hash-browns were a tad burnt, but I didn't mind as it was quite busy. The waitress serving me was quick to refill my coffee, very polite and efficient. The only downside to my experience was just the vibe when I entered was that of a hectic, chaotic environment. Not quite organised or settled. I'm the type of person who enjoys a quiet, relaxed experience so maybe it's not for me. I enjoyed the service and food though. read more

Great diner food! Clean and nostalgic all over the place. The staff are extremely friendly you feel at home. Haven't experienced a bad meal and we've been there quite a lot. My sister went there for years & says it's the best food & staff ever! Try it you'll love it! read more

Great little classic diner as long as you know what to order! The milkshakes are DIVINE - absolute must have. Decent Reuben, fries, onion rings, and coleslaw. Solid food for anytime you are in the mood for a little nostalgia. HP sauce on every table a plus. read more