Cardinal Rule
5 Roncesvalles Ave., Toronto
Modern diner’s inventive comfort fare, including meat muffins and “maki ‘n’ cheese,” has been featured on the Food Network show
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Fran’s
33 Yonge St., Toronto
A Toronto institution since 1940, this retro-style diner is open 24 hours daily and serves up a home-style spread includingFran’s
200 Victoria St., Toronto
A Toronto institution since 1940, this retro-style diner is open 24 hours daily and serves up a home-style spread includingFran’s
20 College St., Toronto
A Toronto institution since 1940, this retro-style diner is open 24 hours daily and serves up a home-style spread includingLa Cubana
392 Roncesvalles Ave., Toronto
From the owners of French-Cuban bistro Delux comes this colourful diner serving up contemporary Cuban fare. Order some snacks likeLakeview Restaurant
1132 Dundas St. W., Toronto
Though it has had a few incarnations over the years, this diner is a throwback to its original 1930s namesake,Leslieville Pumps
929 Queen St. E., Toronto
Old-timey combination gas bar and eatery with a western-movie vibe. Fresh sandwiches include the BLT with maple-glazed peameal bacon, thePatrician Grill
219 King St. E., Toronto
Unassuming, with the standard diner-issue small vinyl booths and fast service. Try favourites such as grilled cheese on white withRose and Sons
176 Dupont St., Toronto
Chef and co-owner Anthony Rose took over this long-standing neighbourhood diner in late 2012, spruced it up a little, andRose and Sons Swan
892 Queen St. W., Toronto
Chef and restaurateur Anthony Rose took over venerable eatery Swan in mid-2015. The homey vibe remains the same, but theRosedale Diner
1164 Yonge St., Toronto
Long-standing neighbourhood eatery renowned for its burgers, which are offered up with a variety of gourmet accoutrements such as brie,Saturday Dinette
807 Gerrard St. E., Toronto
Modern eatery on an ever-gentrifying strip in Riverdale neighbourhood. Owner and chef Suzanne Barr plates wholesome takes on diner dishes,The Ace
231A Roncesvalles Ave., Toronto
Revitalizing the space formerly held by Ace Chinese Restaurant while maintaining the vintage ‘50s fixtures, this casual eatery and wateringThe Good Fork
2432 Bloor St. W., Toronto
A local dining hub in the emerging Bloor West Village, this restaurant offers up homestyle fare in a welcoming environment.The Senator Restaurant
249 Victoria St., Toronto
The oldest diner in the city retains its retro feel with its vinyl booths and a lunch counter. Classic breakfastThe Thompson Diner
Thompson Hotel, 550 Wellington St. W., Toronto
An upscale take on the classic diner, this 24/7 eatery offers a hip hang for trendy King West denizens. Breakfast