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Linda's Eating Place
Review
About
We are an old school country diner serving up hot, homemade foods. We are all about the breakfast all day, and some great lunch time favorites too!! Fish 'n Chips, Burgers, Sandwiches, Soups, Salads and lots more... Pop on in for great service dining in and take out that will surely satisfy!!
Features
CUISINES
Cafe, Diner, Canadian
Meal types
Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
FEATURES
Gift Cards Available
Highchairs Available
Seating
Table Service
Takeout
Wheelchair Accessible
Does it mainly serve crepes / waffles?
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Hours
Closed now
• Opens at 7:00 AM
Sunday
7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Monday
7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Tuesday
7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Wednesday
7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Thursday
7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Friday
4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Saturday
7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Contribute
4.2
51 reviews
Excellent
27
Very good
17
Average
2
Poor
0
Terrible
5
Erin V
1 contribution
Mar 2023 • none
Amazing service!
My daughter has an allergy we mentioned it to the waitress, when she checked it "may contain" her allergy.
The chef came out to our table and mentioned her allergy was also in another part of the meal.
She made her a special breakfast!! I can't thank them enough.
We will be back for sure!!!
Written March 25, 2023
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Annette L
Thank you for this lovely review!! We take all allergies, food sensitivities and preferences very seriously. And it's hard for kids with allergies, so I wanted her to feel special... Looking forward to seeing you again!
Written April 2, 2023
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Emily B
2 contributions
Jun 2023 • family
Linda's Eating Place was excellent. We went for breakfast between soccer games June 3rd and had an amazing breakfast, the home fries were delicious. Our meals were so great we came back the next day for breakfast again and it was just as amazing. This little restaurant and their staff are amazing and if we are ever in that neck of the woods again we will definitely make another stop inside for breakfast. Delicious food, friendly staff, an amazing experience.
Written June 5, 2023
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Annette Lymbertos
We are feeling all of that love!!! Thank you for the lovely review!!! It's our pleasure to see you again!
Written June 6, 2023
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jcrann
Tillsonburg379 contributions
Sep 2020 • none
We visited from out of town when we were looking for a good breakfast spot. In Sept 2020 they were doing contact tracing and had good screens etc to protect staff and visitors. Enjoyed a great breakfast, very convenient location.
Written December 7, 2020
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Annette L
Thank you for the kind words! We were on our Covid protocols long before it was ever mandated. Glad you enjoyed the experience!
Written December 14, 2020
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Elaine G
6 contributions
Feb 2025 • friends
Took our friend there for a birthday lunch on Feb 12 and it was truly disappointing. We have been there several times previously so it was shocking. Ordered chicken clubhouse with Mao on the side and one of our friends ordered a ham clubhouse with cheese. Mine came with toast barely toasted, cold and with cheese and Mao on both of which were wrong. My friends came with no cheese or Mao which he ordered. They took back his sandwich and sprinkled some shredded cheese over top the sandwich which they thought was fine. Seriously! Husband ordered Linda’s special/famous cheeseburger platter and it came with no cheese. Finally fish and chips….. the fish batter was dripping grease. Besides paying $100 for less than quality food we were totally embarrassed.
Written February 15, 2025
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yaboywildcat
Barrie1 contribution
Oct 2021 • friends
This place was garbage. We went as a group to go and eat a nice brunch. When we got there the server seemed kind and asked if we wanted to sit inside but we would have to be split apart, or if we wanted to sit together as a group outside. We decided to go outside, this was one my worst ever decisions made. When we got outside we ordered our drinks. The tea was watery garbage, the coffee was cold and the chocolate milk tasted like dirt. Additionally the water cups were dirty and yellow and the water tasted like metal. On top of that some of our napkins were dirty. Plus the cutlery was indistinguishably disgusting. Then our food came, before we even could take a bite we could it was ice cold. While we were eating a bunch of wasp attacked us so we asked you inside the server said yes but never came back to take us inside which was a very big upset. Additionally the food didn't taste good it was bland and tasteless and the apple cinnamon tasted like watered down dog food. finally we came to the bill. The food was all super overpriced the chocolate milk costed $3 each which is insane because it definitely is just nesquik and two people's food added up to $60. And totally only ordered an omelet and two waffles and the chocolate milk. On top of that the server didn't know what she was doing and it took forever to for us to pay. Finish it off don't eat here it's surprised and the food isn't that good the only time I'd actually say go here is if you're gluten free but even then I might suggest you to reconsider. Good day and don't here.
Written October 10, 2021
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Annette L
Hi Yellow Yellow...
Since you cut and past this review from your Google account to Trip Advisor, I will cut and past my response as well.... don't wish to waste any more time on this...
My original response repeated....
"I don't know where to begin.... clearly, when so very much is wrong here, I'm going to go with BS review. You should contact the owner, Annette for a private conversation.
Chocolate Milk is Nielson and not $3, Tea is hot water and a tea bag... watery. Our Apple Cinnamon Waffle Topping is Desiree's and quite thick and chunky with fruit. Coffee here is never cold, perhaps you add a lot of cream, or don't begin to drink it. Wasps are a pest in all of Simcoe County at certain times of year... I will talk to Mother Nature.
And finally, you would have to order a lot of food at our little diner for a bill for 2 people to come to $30 each. There is no way one omelette and 2 waffles added to that. You may be leaving some details out.
Thank you for your very thoughtless review, and if I may... I suggest spelling and grammar checks before hitting post!"
Written November 5, 2021
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F47FBsamanthaj
New York City1 contribution
Nov 2023 • family
Horrible service! I was shocked as I go there often, order a steak and tipped well always. Today they completely ignore me. Arrogance is never pretty biatches
Written November 21, 2023
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Annette Lymbertos
Hi.. Terribly sad for this review... I know most of my steak customers, I'm having a hard time placing who you might be. None the less, I'm so sorry you felt ignored and unappreciated. It's certainly not the way the vast majority of our customers feel. We try to give everyone great attention, no matter how they tip. I don't know if something was going on that took their attention away from you, or maybe an off day?? Our servers are human. They do their best every day, and they work very hard for me. What they are not is "biatches". That's very disrespectful. Please don't come back.
Written November 26, 2023
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nksv2014
Minesing108 contributions
Jul 2023 • friends
We are long time local fans of Linda’s. Despite changes in ownership, a couple of times, Linda’s has always maintained excellent food and service. The mornings can be extremely busy here and staff are often runoff their feet, but service is always super friendly and food is always served with a smile. I’m a big fan of their eggs Benedict and be sure you ask for onions on your home fries!
Written July 15, 2023
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Annette Lymbertos
Thank you for this lovely review and your kind words!!
Written July 18, 2023
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McGras_Family
Barrie64 contributions
Mar 2021 • none
Had a great take out wing and rib dinner last night. Wings were nice and crisp, and the ribs were fall of the bone but not mushy! Everything was hot and the cole slaw and fries were great as well.
Well done.
Written March 27, 2021
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Annette L
Thank you! So glad it was great!!
Written July 13, 2021
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wordsfromade
Barrie181 contributions
Aug 2019 • none
Good quality home-cooked food that is very reasonably priced! I had the 2 eggs, homefries and toast with a coffee and my daughter had the hungry man breakfast with a tea = $25 with tip. Very reasonably priced. We both left satisfied. The homefries were seasoned with a different spice that made them not popular with us, but they had homemade jam which was very good. Our server was very friendly. Overall, it surprised us as being a very busy little destination with great food for being just a little diner off the side of road outside Barrie. Will definitely return again.
Written September 2, 2019
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Annette L
So grateful for this wonderful review!! We try to remain an affordable choice for great food. You are telling me we hit that mark. Thx for the feedback on the homefries. Taking that under advisement for sure. Look forward to seeing you again!
Written October 27, 2019
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Manny G
Cambridge298 contributions
Jun 2019 • business
My work colleagues and I visited Linda’s eating place in Barrie twice over the course of the past week. Linda’s is only open for breakfast and lunch and offer breakfast throughout their operating hours. Both meals were homemade and absolutely amazing. The staff at the restaurant are wonderful and truly offer outstanding service. The owner works the kitchen and is very invested on providing excellent meals at a reasonable price. I highly recommend this eatery for a fantastic meal.
Written June 4, 2019
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Annette L
Wow!! Thank you so very much! I really appreciate your kind words, and that you see my heart is on each plate. My staff are incredible.... and I am lucky to have them. Thank you again... so much. It means a lot!
Written July 4, 2019
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klbillyg
Niagara-on-the-Lake58 contributions
Jun 2019 • family
I have been going here off and on for about 20 years. They recently renovated to make more room and with good reason as it is usually very busy on Saturday and Sunday mornings. The eggs, pancakes, bread, meat are all fantastic. Unfortunately, during these busy times (9:00 am last Saturday) they only had 2 waitresses and one lady seating and running the cash. I’m not sure if someone called in sick, but they could use 2 more servers/section as 3 groups who were seated after us, were taken care of first. A minor detail to us who are there for the delicious food anyways. They had an advertisement for fish and chips, so we will be back to try that out.
Written June 4, 2019
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Annette L
Thank you for your thoughtful review!!! So very glad that you enjoyed everything. We actually did have 3 servers, the girl taking care of the door and facilitating cash out was my head server, Christina. She was also taking tables at that time. We try really hard to ensure adequate staff, but being a small biz, we mind our payroll too. But, the bottom line is.... some times they sneak up on us. Lol. So sorry if you got served out of sequence, there are sometimes mitigating factors, but we try to keep om top of that as best we can. I appreciate you mentioning it. Helps us to improve. Again, thank you so much!
Now! Let's get you in for some of our awesome fish and chips!!!!
Written July 4, 2019
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Tina M. T
15 contributions
May 2019 • family
We visited Linda's Eating Place for the first time yesterday, for Mother's Day. When my brother in law booked reservations and I had a look at the Google Map, I have to admit that I was a little unsure about his choice. I had no idea just how pleasantly surprised I was going to be!
The place was packed. The staff was EXCEPTIONAL and the food was AMAZING! Our party of 11 arrived at 1pm and some ordered breakfast fare, while others ordered lunch meals. I heard an ongoing undertone of consensus that the food was fantastic and everyone was really enjoying their meal. I LOVED my fish and chips! Brick and mortar don't make the place, the people and good food do!! What a gem! :) Thanks girls, we will definitely be back!
Written May 13, 2019
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Annette L
Tina... THANK YOU!!!
What a lovely review! We all remember your family... what a great group you were for us to host. Thank you for appreciating our little country diner so much! Can't tell you how much these kind reviews help a small business like ours, so thank you for taking the time...
We look forward to seeing you again. :)
BTW.... We are investing in a fresh new look for the front!! Lol...
Written May 16, 2019
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C F
Bracebridge105 contributions
Apr 2019 • family
We had heard about this place offering a gluten free menu; having dedicated gluten free fryer and rave reviews!
You won’t be disappointed!
Yummy GF waffles, pancakes and homemade bread!
GF Fish and chips!
Friendly service! Kid friendly!
We will be back!
Written April 22, 2019
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Annette L
Looking forward to seeing you!
We have a dedicated GF waffle iron, toaster, grill and fryer... I bake the bread and buns GF and prepare the chili GF, stews GF, and soups GF where possible. Sandwiches, burgers, salads and fruit... You get to eat real food, not treats... well we have those too.... lol...
Kids make our day... and this restaurant finally has a baby change table!!
Thank you so much for taking the time to post this very kind review!!
Written May 16, 2019
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Karen P
Ontario2 contributions
Apr 2019 • none
We’ve been coming for more years than I can count. The new owners have kept up the long established standards of excellent food, responsive and polite service, and cleanliness in all areas. We love this gem.
We always have eggs easy over which come perfectly cooked: runny yolks and firm whites. Takes a delicate hand to do this right.
You won’t be disappointed.
Written April 7, 2019
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Annette L
What a lovely review!! We can’t thank you enough for your kind words!
All our team work very hard to get it right every day, so we really appreciate the nod.
Love seeing you in the diner! Thanks again... 😊
Written April 14, 2019
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Cindy T
2 contributions
Jan 2019 • couples
I never ate there with the old owners but i have with the new one's, The place is very cozy and the food is good and the service is great, as a Chef myself yes there are things that can be fixed but then i could take you to a five star restaurant that could use some work to, Christina makes your visit feel warm and relaxed with that big Beautiful smile she has as i am sure they all make you feel the same way, have only been in a hand full of times since i decided to stop in and try it, now when ever i am in the area i always stop in, keep up the great work.
Written January 6, 2019
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Annette L
Thanks for the vote of confidence!!! We work hard every day, so it's appreciated more than you know! See you soon!!!
Written February 5, 2019
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