If you 're tired of pretend to be places, it doesn 't get more real than this! Have always heard about this traditional diner but never tried before because of it 's location. Today was my first time and I had an amazing experience. It may look old and and a bit messy (because it is, lol) but it has the most honest brunch I 've had in Vancouver. Definitely not fancy, there won 't be waitresses pampering you every second, and the food is probably a 4 out of 5, but I 've rated it as 5 because with the low prices, it 's definitely worth it!
Entering this restaurant feels like stepping into a time machine, transporting me back over 30 years to when I used to come here with friends for the best breakfast in Vancouver. While the prices have increased over the years, it's expected. The cost of three large blueberry pancakes with generous amounts of whipped butter and syrup is still under $10, to be precise, $9. Even though I struggle to finish just two of them!
The bread at this restaurant was very dry and tasted old. It seemed like the bread had been left out all night. I was actually disappointed with my experience. Club sandwiches are my go-to and they are usually hard to get wrong. I judge restaurants based on how well they make their club sandwiches and I had heard great things about this diner. Unfortunately, I will not be returning as the service was just okay.
If you're looking for a vintage atmosphere, this is the place for you. Established in 1941, it has maintained its original charm since then. The prices are incredibly reasonable, to say the least. The ambiance may be a bit rustic, but if you're comfortable heading to the Downtown Eastside for a meal, it's definitely worth giving a try.
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We came here mostly because it was used in a couple of X Files episodes, but the food was really good and you get a huge portion for a really decent price. I loved the atmosphere here; the high backed booths, the torn leather, the random little touches like the dog skeleton peeing on a wine bottle lamp...it's just great.
It's exactly what you would expect from the Ovaltine. How this restaurant greets and hosts the city's most vulnerable is commendable. Good food, excellent service and the kindest and most colorful folks you can imagine. The milkshakes are to die for. Many blessings Ovaltine and keep up the great work ?Food: 4/5
This is a very poorly placed restaurant. Located in the worst neighborhood in vancouver surrounded by people using drugs right in the open and homeless people all over the place. So unless you wanna walk past all the Junkies in the nearby area to get here I do not recommend coming here.Atmosphere: 1/5
I think it’s really important to note that this diner is in the heart of an unhoused area where there are a lot of drugs. As a tourist, I couldn’t read that from previous reviews.Yes, the server was super kind! Yes, the food was greasy but fine.But the kitchen was dirty and I wouldn’t return.
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I absolutely love the history of the ovaltine seriously its from a forgotten time on top of that the staff is so wonderful i would recommend it to anyoneFood: 5/5
Just had breakfast with my Dad here. The service was prompt, friendly and the food was delicious. Totally recommend the breakfast plate.
