The only thing keeping me from giving Square-Boy a 5 is that it takes a loooooong time to get your food. Also, it is beyond me why anyone would get a burger there (not that I have ever had one), I'm sure they are fine but you can get burger anywhere. The souvlaki is the cat's ass. Also a note to Susan O., I have been to much worse purveyors of food in the great (and I truly mean great) city of Chicago. read more

I love Square Boy on the Danforth. The food is tasty and totally reasonable. I had the gyros dinner which they make nice and crunchy, and their greek salad is great. I think it was about $12 including a Carlsberg. There is almost always a lineup but it moves quickly. We don't often get to go to this neighbourhood but when we do we almost always plan a stop at Square Boy . read more

Not the best greek food on the Danforth but Square boy is the best bang for your buck. When we ate here it was a Sunday and the line was out he door. So expect a little wait but the line does move fast. We had the chicken souvlaki dinner and the chicken souvlaki gyro. Both tasted great and filled us up. read more

It's not a drive-in, but there is free parking in the rear. Old school burger and Souvlaki joint with old booths and front patio. No table service. Here you can order a hamburger special which consists of a burger, fries and pop for $5. Pick from typical but limited toppings. You'll get a backyard thin burger and fries that are quite tasty. The bun is a bit big, but okay. Men with thick fingers prepare your food. Total old school experience and good value for money. Cash only. read more

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Colleague went in for a dinner.. I grabbed some fries. He said his burger was really good.. big and juicy. I would go back again.. I hadn't been there in years. read more

Came here years ago and it was just a place full of drunks drinking cheap beer on a sunday. Wasn't impressed then and not impressed with it now. I decided to check it out since a friend had told me they had new owners a while back. Nothings changed, maybe less drunks but still a gungy dive. I ordered their homeburger. Face it they should just call it a breadcrumb burger because i didn't taste much meat to it. Face it if i call something a homeburger it better be something that represents what i'm proud of serving. I bet the employees bring their lunch to work. Looks like you might have better luvk with their chicken souvlaki but face it i won't be back. I can see why the chain disappeared in the 70s and never saw much of the 80s. This is the only one left. No square patty like they had, just an old sign to a tired old style that should go out with the past it came in. read more

I've been going since I moved into the neighbourhood, and although there's lots of great things about Square Boy I find their proteins to be really dry and overcooked. I just get them to slather on tzatziki to hide it, but it shouldn't happen in the first place. But they have their ways, and the entire family works really hard. Also, they have a tabletop of Galaga, so you can at least stay distracted during the inevitable wait. And yes, there is always a wait. Sometimes 2 minutes, sometimes 20. Also, there's cheap wine and beer if you eat there. One may be related to the other... read more

My Butcher on Pape (Ellas Meat Market) recommended this place a few years ago, as this was his go-to joint for fast, and affordable Souvlaki. They supply all the meat to Square Boy, so I knew I was in for a treat. Been here several times since, and leave happy every single time. The service is pretty fast, and the men behind the counter are funny in their old school ways. Always great banter going on, with everyone poking fun at each other. It's like a dinner and show at Medieval Times, minus the horses. Though they have many Diner favourites on the menu, I always go for the Souvlaki. Marinated with lemon juice, and oregano, the meat is tender, juicy, and flavourful. The Tzatziki adds just the right amount of creaminess and a garlicky hit. I also love the fact that they squirt a combination of Olive Oil/Lemon Juice/Garlic on top. SOOO delicious! And their Greek Fries with Feta are the bomb too! This is a Diner, and quarters are cramped, but that's what I love about it. Cushy booths, no frills service, 60's vibe. I dig it! read more

Service was really good, even though it was super busy, they took their time with the old folks, which I really appreciated. The atmosphere is decent, the portion sizes big for a fair price, but I can't exactly say I loved the chicken souvlaki as much as everyone else did...however, their tzatziki is delicious. Good food, good price, excellent portion sizes. Definitely worth it to check out! read more

I LOVE Square Boy! I love that it's been open FOREVER!! There is always a line up, cash only and nobody cares. The Man who takes your order always gives you a personal experience, makes you feel like he remembers you from the hundred times you have been there before LoL They have the best gravy I've had. They have great combo deals and their food is always good!! Long live Square Boy! read more

Pros Value Price quality selections opens late cons long lineup too crowded cash only read more

Have been going here for years, shocked that nobody has mentioned how good the gravy is, fried and gravy are a must whenever I am there. Place is full of character with the above mentioned Greek guys always providing entertainment, and it is true that once you have been a time or two, they remember you as soon as you walk in. As mentioned here, the guys can't make a salad to save their lives, but they are very good with any meat. My usual order is either gyros on a pita (never fried like mentioned in another review) or a chicken souvlaki on a pita with fries and gravy. Makes for a great dinner. My only criticism of this place is that they recently renovated and put in new seating booths, they are too tight a fit for me, plus they are too high, we used to come with a group and everyone could chat, can't anymore with the new high booths. I will be back for sure, and hope you will too read more

If not for the fact that you've seen the sign a million times this place wouldn't even be on your radar but in Toronto just staying in business more than a few years make you some kind of landmark. The food burgers, Gyros and fries so really hard to do wrong but i don't think its something I will crave in the future. If you are nearby and have already parked by all means go in but I wouldn't go out of my way to visit this place. read more

I've given Square Boy a few chances, but I just don't get what people love about this place. I would say it's average or even less than average, depending on what you order. Yet, there's always lineups. That boggles my mind because there are places on the Danforth that offer better food. My only suggestion: stick with Greek food when you go here. Twice, I've ordered burgers that were terrible - each time the burger patty was flat and seemed like it was thawed, the bun was stale and flaky and the burger itself really didn't have any flavour. I will never order another burger from there again. The experience was a little better when I ordered chicken souvlaki on a bun on my third visit. read more

Just pass the expensive Greek restaurants on the Danforth. You'll always see the same older men running the place. This place is crazy busy but always consistent. My wife and I have been here many times, you have to get the chicken souvlaki dinner or combo. Everything is really cheap you can grab gravy and drinks and your meal will be less than $10. Food - huge portions, greasy but not too much grease. Simple but delicious. Rating - gotta give it a five because never been disappointed when coming here. Forgot to mention the free parking lot and 50 cents for gravy! Yeah crazy. It's open late too. read more

This place is filled to the brim with character and will satisfy if its cheap, greasy, indulgent eats you seek. Taking a step back from the hype though, I'd like to offer an alternative opinion. When you think about it, the food really is unhealthy and there's probably more people eating here more regularly than they should. Its cool and retro, but underneath the vintage blue-collar, immigrant atmosphere there is a sadness here. read more

Amazing food. A staple in the east end!! You will not find better prices for great food. This joint is beloved by thousands of folks

SUCH A CLASSIC. Chicken on a pita with fries is the best thing ever. Prices are so low and the quality is amazing. Pro tip order fries and then put them in the chicken on pita. It tastes so good!! Line ups are long but service is quick and wait times never exceed 15 minutes. Definitely recommend this place if you are looking for classic delicious Greek food for very very reasonable prices. read more

Gyros on a pita is my favourite. Hamburgers are not so great. The staff can be standoffish because they have customers coming out of the ying yang and don't have to be particularly nice. Wish they were friendlier to the non-Greek speaking customers but then again, I guess I don't have to go there. The food does bring me back despite the less than friendly staff. read more

The food is fast and fresh, you get to choose your toppings and you also get to watch your food being cooked. In the picture attached to this you can see I got a Hamburger Special which it just a hamburger with fries. The fries are very well made and fresh, and the best part is they are not smothered in salt or small and skinny, they are thick and the perfect amount of crispy on the outside. The atmosphere inside is very old diner like, it is welcoming and homly. read more

Square Boy - Hamburger Special - Burgers Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Rude old man at the cash who makes fun of the costumers who don't understand the system, really that man lacks manners and costumer service skills. I left without ordering, never EVER going again. read more

Square boys gets 5 stars for the following reasons: CHEAP and DELICIOUS. Seriously, it is one of the least expensive places to eat on the Danforth. A combo is about 5$ or less. I usually get either chicken burger or hamburger. When they ask you for toppings just say "everything" it's different depending on what you've ordered. Don't come here expecting a fancy meal or dinner date. Come here exactly for what it is, cheap fast food, tastier than the usual fast food chains. read more

Can't go wrong with this late night Greek diner, all the food on the menu is excellent and very reasonbly priced, I have however had quite a few times where I felt I had to watch over my shoulder for the suspicious characters frequenting the place. I always get my food to go here. read more

This place is the best , its old school , the place itself is old and outdated , but the food , WOW , and the price LOW , this is the best place on the Danforth if not all of Toronto for fast food take out or sit down , way batter quality than Astoria , mr greek , or any of the well known places , you got to try it once and you will love it. lets put it this way , if I was on death row and I was asked for my last meal , it would be square boys all the way. oh and don't forget to get a coke. read more

Good food always fresh would recommend this place to anybody. Try the chix on the bun or my favourite chix dinner.

One of the best places to eat...the food quality is amazing ...for the price they are charging is just too much ...delicious , people line up all the way to street to eat here ...all of their sandwiches made with high quality stuff ...make sure to check them out. read more

I love this place. I always order the chicken souvlaki (so juicy) on a bun and a side of fries and gravy. Square Boy is a very popular place so there is always a line up. I enjoy the authentic older Greek people that work here. They are always entertaining. I always pretend I am not Greek so I can eavesdrop on their conversations. Great times! read more

This place is just OK, nothing more, nothing less! I love the fresh salads more than their sandwiches. They need to do something about the chaos inside their restaurant during the rush hours, but then, I guess, it's become part of the appeal. Their chicken souvlaki is much better than their hamburgers. read more

Went here last night . Very busy place and small restaurant. The service was standard. All men staff. You stand in line here. No table service. They were however nice.I was able to get a seat ; people eat fairly quickly. I had the chicken souvlaki dinner.i came with chicken off the stick mouthwatering salad and fries. I added mouthwatering brown gravy. There was no rice or roasted potato option. The food did not disappoint. It was juicy and I felt no need for drink( water) till after my meal. That's up to you though. I was starving. So this meant a lot for me. I just wanted to eat. Lol.They also serve alcohol. I observed a table of gentlemen just drinking wine and beer. The prices are extremely reasonable for a restaurant; no exorbitant charges. Extra sauces are only 50cents including brown gravy and tatziki sauce( I however not found of the tatziki sauce) they do put one helping on the side for this meal. I thought it tasted spoil. The food handler let me know it was sour because of the way it's prepared. Completely normal; however not for my tastebuds. They do however have a lemon zest sauce for the chicken that is even tastier. So no real problems there. They do have a small parking lot . I suggest reverse park ( if you can) I was in a hurry so I did not . Luckily a friendly customer helped me out the lot. I also have a big car. However it was a plus not paying for street parking. Will definitely be back in the future. Yummy. Good place. Real laid back atmospheric. You don't have to be fancy. Happy eating read more

Square Boy - Chicken souvlaki with mouthwatering salad and fries with added delicious - Burgers Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

I have been going to square boy for the last twenty years.. I used to think they had the best gyros on the Danforth.. However, these last few years they have stopped giving customers a decent serving of gyro meat in their sandwiches.. They've really started skimping. Today, we ordered 3 gyros on a pita, and were appalled that they "filled" our third gyro with only the burnt little scrap pieces they had to scrape off the scoop. I complained that my sandwich barely had any meat in it but they just laughed and told me that it was fine. Also, keep in mind that they cross-contaminate their food by handling raw chicken, burgers, and cheese with the same utensil, don't wear gloves or wash their hands after wiping their noses, and apparently that they could care less about making the customer happy. read more

Wow. This place is a dive. Sure its cheap it has to be to keep some coming back. My Chicken thing I had was sloppy and I guess my taste buds were wanting a bit more .. Secondly a younger boy went up to ask ketchup for his table where his family was sitting. Rudely the man just gave him 2 little packages for the table.. and third. Looks like the the place could be cleaner including the workers making your food. Never going back!! read more

Best food for the best price, you can't beat the price and quality... Always fresh, they never disappoint. I go from Markham to get food from them. They worth the drive. read more

If you like souvlaki you have to try square boy. It's the best on the Danforth!! And the price can't be beat.

Great food. Large portions, cooked to order and very reasonably priced. Only down fall is its cash only.

I love this place. Good solid food at extremely reasonable price. The burgers are great and you can get a burger combo which comes with a drink and fries for a little over $5.00. The place is clean and always packed at dinner time. read more

Yum. Love the food especially the souvlaki. The counter staff are hilarious especially the older gentleman on the register who channels the Soup Nazi. He's hilarious. read more

Affordable... for a reason. The fact is I've had better food for the same price and I didn't have to put up with grumpy old a-holes shouting indiscernable English commands and questions! Customer service is not really their thing. Seems like they're under the impression fast is all that matters, but when I go to a greasy spoon, I don't need service to be uber quick, as much as I prefer a friendly demeanour. Bottom line, don't go out of your way to go here... Not worth a trip. If you're in the hood I'll admit it's a throwback... a greasy guilty pleasure at best, and a hearty meal for the price. read more

For a place that heats up frozen food it really does suck. Watered down condiments and square attitudes. Even the cheese on a cheeseburger. Was cold. No thanks. read more

I'd passed this place innumerable times and wanted to try it...finally did. I really expected to have the classic greasy spoon experience. Unfortunately, I did not. Very disappointing, no matter how cheap. Won't be going back. Tasteless burger patty with condiments 'thrown on'...I think even the onions had been sitting around since the place opened and it's been around a long time. read more

Love Square Boy - always affordable - the rotisserie chicken is the best! Love the homeburgers! Even love the grouchy chefs.