Big Al’s Diner

Big Al seems to be the only person working here — he’s the chef and the server — so service is extremely slow.
I understand that the prices are low, but I’d go elsewhere for faster service and better tasting food. I ordered the BLT, and it looked and tasted really sad. Yes, the BLT was sad. The toast was too thick and there was more toast than the contents within it (maybe two pieces of bacon, some lettuce and two slices of tomato). Additional fries with the BLT was $ 2.00 — some crispy and some soggy.
Coffee is self-​serve and refillable. After your meal, you pay up at the front. The vibe is like a school cafeteria and the set up is like Johnny Rockets but there’s no warmth to it. I think the décor needs some work to attract people who want to have a happy brunch with the family.
Sorry Big Al, I probably won’t be back.

I come to eat lunch here occasionally and am always greeted kindly by Al and his staff. I always get the thrill burger which is nice and the fries here are top notch.

They changed names and moved from York University but it’s the same owner. I work down the street from them and go here weekly, it’s always been good!
I haven’t tried anything from the breakfast menu yet, but their burgers, onion rings, and chicken salads are delicious. Good portion size for the $, quick/​friendly service, easy parking/​access, and good food.