Harvey’s Restaurants

You caught me! After shopping at Staples right behind Harvey’s I suddenly remembered Harvey’s from the last time I was there at the age of 19 and suddenly I had a craving for a custom made hot dog.
From what I remember of the last time I ate there in 1994 it was really good. I once called Harvey’s the Cadillac of Fast Food due to the customized features and experience.
Truthfully, it was kind of satisfying for a quick snack.
I am a gourmet hot dog aficionado and normally I visit certain gourmet vendors who specialize in that — yet the custom options were still pretty good and it tasted vastly better than any other fast food I can recall. It’s been a few years since my last onion ring but these onion rings were ridiculously addictive… Yummy-​tastic even.
The restaurant was spotless, the service was quick, and the staff were really friendly. And there was no blaring beepy high volume machines driving you insane like other fast food places. It was kind of peaceful and I took that time to make a long journal entry.
Well, what can I say… If I ever need a quick fix while rolling down 36^th street I may have to stop in. Only a distant ‘Maybe’ though — as I am used to some pretty amazing home cooked food.
Thanks Harvey’s
Sincerely,
Shane

I was in the area here and wanted a quick lunch that was different than the usual fast food options. The line in the drive-​thru wasn’t too long so I stopped in here. They were pushing their new pulled pork sandwiches, but I spotted a poster for a stuffed burger which looked tasty.
I like that Harvey’s promotes having a burger made your way, but if you’re not familiar with the toppings they offer, the drive-​thru may not be the best option.
The burger was good, though the cheese they put into the middle just seemed like a folded up cheese slice or two. There wasn’t anything overly special about the burger though I did like that it was a 6oz patty.

Have frequented this business often; from 2000 – 2010 while living in nearby Renfrew, and more recently since gaining employment nearby in Whitehorn. Circa 2005 I was struck by the attentiveness of the staff, so much so that I wrote to the manager to compliment them. Those employees are all gone now and it appears management has probably changed. The store has also undergone renovations. However the location does appear to operate as smoothly. The store appears clean and the menu still offers what appears to be fresh-​cooked food. You can watch as it is prepared and as is normal for Harvey’s, you have the option of which condiments and toppings. The variety is not as diverse as other placesand choices are likely not as «healthy» but the flame-​cooked items appeal — the hot dogs are probably the best of any ‘fast food’ places, bar none. For what is is — a no-​frills, made to order hamburger stand — Harvey’s offers good value, and this location in particular has always been a joy to frequent, with efficient staff and a clean environment.