Of all the places that state they have the "World's Greatest Burger" I would say that Frankie's might actually live up to that claim. The husband and I arrived in Toronto in the afternoon and after some relaxation, we decided it was time for a bite and a brew. I started searching Yelp for something in walking distance. As we are staying in the Queen St West district, there were a lot of options. I am always game for a good burger and Frankie's had good reviews so we decided to check it out. First off, above and beyond the amazing food, the atmosphere and the bartender/server Zee, set the tone for our experience. We're from Michigan and I am a huge hard cider fan. I knew I liked Zee when she recommended one of the best hard ciders I've had to date. Toronto's own Brickworks Batch: 1904. So that started things off right. In the front of the bar, "Two Old Guys" jammed out on their guitars singing set after set of the classics. They rocked! Now, let me tell you about the food. I ordered The Canadian burger. It had 100% (perfectly cooked and juicy) Canadian chuck, Canadian cheddar, lettuce, tomato, red onions, Peameal bacon, some crispy things (fried onions?) and the best sauce I've ever experienced - Maple Mayo. I may have died and gone to heaven. The fries were crispy and delicious, though I couldn't eat them all after packing away that burger. After dinner, Zee kept the drinks flowing, and convinced us to stay and have a great time. She is an engaging bartender and I do not have a single regret about spending a small fortune on burgers, ciders and shots. That is not to say Frankie's is expensive, it's actually quite affordable. We were just racking up the tab because we were having such a fantastic time. So thank you to Frankie's, Zee, Two Old Guys, Brickworks Cider and Toronto for a great night. Josh is still sleeping off his hangover. We're definitely coming back here in the future. read more

Frankie's - The Canadian. No regrets. I can still taste it!!! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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We headed over to Frankie's as a result of great reviews for their burgers. Décor is functional. The burgers were fine - they wouldn't make my top 10 list. Waitress was nice. Would I return: If I lived in the neighbourhood, I'd have no problem going back - but I don't and there are other places I'd rather check out the next trip to Toronto. Would I recommend: Unlikely at this time. read more

I was craving a veggie burger but didn't want to trek too far from home. I was expecting a counter top style take out place like a Hero Burger or Burger Priest. I was pleased to find a bar and diner style restaurant. Despite being alone I felt comfortable just grabbing a seat at the bar. The atmosphere was super chill so I knew they'd get to my order but to just sort of relax until the waiter was ready. She was very sweet without any fluff which worked well for me. Got the burger fresh and fairly quickly. With the service in mind I think the prices are a steal. Got the veggie burger home and dug in - it was seriously delicious. Will be back again with friends! Great casual spot. read more

First impression: Wow! Great service and food. Ordered the #delicious which is as described from their menu: Homemade hash browns sautéed with onions, Bell peppers, and corned beef. Topped with three eggs with a side of toast. I additionally requested: Eggs sunny-side up though still a bit runny,tomatoes to be fried with the beef and onions, and spinach on top. 5-6 minutes later the server brought out my order exactly as I had requested! Was very impressed by the cook's attention to detail as the eggs were perfect, the spinach nicely placed on top of the eggs, and the actual meat of the meal well seared and cooked. Order came out hot fresh from the pan and it was absolutely delicious. The cook who prepared my meal had a very keen eye, and I will definitely be back. Only minor issues I took were with the hot sauce being in an opaque, rubbery ketchup container, the TV (CP24) being a bit loud, and the seats not having cushioned backing. read more

Frankie's - #delicious with added spinach and tomatoes, served with Rye bread. The name is suitable. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

In here before wasn't a fan of it. Thought to myself looking at the reviews I should give it a chance. So was in here around 3 pm on a Friday afternoon which was quite empty as the last time I was here at lunch time it was packed. So I was happy it was empty and I ordered the vegetarian burger with a side of fries. Didn't expect much considering it's a veggie burger ( a.k.a never had a veggie burger in my life ) so looking at the burger was quite impressed with the charred marks on it which looked exactly like a meatburger. Tried the burger and was mind blown that was the only word that came to mouth. It was so darn good. The freshness the sauce was amazing.I added the extra topping of brie cheese. The fries on the side were crispy. Very very crispy I was full but didn't wanna waste those amazing crispy delicious fries. Definitely gonna be my go-to place from now. read more

Frankie's - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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I came here randomly with my boyfriend for dinner before watching Rent at Lower Ossington Theatre. I got a Somersby blackberry flavoured cider. It tasted like medicine at first and I almost regretted not getting the apple flavour. However, after a few more sips, it tasted better. I would've never expected this little bar and cafe to have such an interesting selection of beer. After going through the huge selection of burgers available, I decided on smokin' hot honey burger and I upgraded my fries for some sweet potato fries. The burger was delicious! Unfortunately, I do not do well with spiciness and I was dying halfway through my burger. I took out all the jalapenos and it was still spicy! My boyfriend then informed me that the patty itself was also spicy so be aware of that. I was so happy that I upgraded my fries for some sweet potato fries because they were delicious and made to perfection. It's easy to pass by this restaurant because it doesn't look like anything special from the outside but it's definitely a nice place to grab a bite and a drink! read more

Frankie's - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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This is the PERFECT place to go and eat an early breakfast, or if you want a nice, clean burger that's well-made with giant steak cut fries. The restaurant has a nice and simple layout, with a very warm and welcoming feel to it. Everything is spotless, including the bathrooms which are very well-maintained. I usually order the "Big Breakfast" or the "Eggs Benny with Pulled Pork", and the food is SO CLEAN and well-made that I can survive for the day without feeling like I ate a brick. I also don't feel "off" or sick like I usually do from other restaurants that I've ordered breakfast from. I can't stress enough how CLEAN their food is. For lunch or dinner fare, the burgers are your standard old fashioned burger, with an assortment of topping choices, or you can select from the pre-made concoctions they have on the list, though nothing really jumped out at me. Nothing too daring or unusual that would maybe get people talking a little more about this place . However, the burgers are very well done and also VERY clean in the gut, but it's nothing "gourmet" or anything I'd write home about.. The staff is super-friendly and very attentive to tables, aside from when it comes to bringing the bill. I think it's just because it's a very "down-home" type of atmosphere and they're not rushing to get people out of the place, which is OK with me. This is just a warning to people who may get impatient (I would suggest to go up front and pay at the bar if you plan to leave within 5 mins after eating.) I feel the bar could use a bit of improvement, but that's only a minor issue that I have with this place. All in all I would say that Frankie's has a winning old-fashioned formula, and a knack for keeping things simple yet effective. If it isn't broken, then why fix it?? I'm happy with a restaurant that keeps old-fashioned food going in the middle of a "gourmet tornado" of "try-hard cooks" with something to prove. However, if you want gourmet, there are tons of alternate options for you on Queen, but I urge you to give this place a try. read more

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Do not go here. The place is riddled with flies. Had to cover my food while eating so they wouldn't get to it. The flies were so bad I wanted to walk out half way through as there were more in my face than when I go camping. Food is alright. read more

Frankie's - One of many many flies, on my food, in my face, on the walls. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Nice diner but nothing amazing. The Reuben was very good and the portions are generous (a TON of fries). There was too much meat on the Reuben for me but I just picked some off and then it was perf. The chicken caesar wrap was tasty as was the Greek chicken wrap! The waiter was very patient with our indecisiveness when we needed about half an hour to stare at the menu. Didn't really FEEL like a diner but pretty cute read more

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Oh Frankies, you are near and dear to my heart. I've been coming here for the past year because of the proximity to the theatre I work at and for the good prices! Cheap drinks and cheap, tasty grub. Wins in my book! Also the service is great. Super friendly servers. Usually have specials but the burgers and some appys are definitely notable. I'm a sucker for diner food and this place always satisfies me. I frequently come alone when I'm in the hood for a quick lunch or dinner and sometimes with a group for post show drinks and grub. Always leave happy. If you're in the area and like diner food or a good burger, definitely pop in! read more

Best spot on Queen st. For bfast. We were sitting at Drake's first, service took forever and wasnt cordial at all. All the contraire here at Frankie's where you feel at home. Food is great, service is awesome and pricing is balanced -just like the flavours 5*!! read more

Frankie's - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

We came here for brunch and to be honest, I thought my eggs benny were pretty mediocre. The hollandaise sauce was very heavy handed, and didn't look particularly appetizing, even though I love that stuff. It was overly thick and a brighter than usual yellow. I was also unimpressed that the side veg was a few slices of cucumber. Bleh. Hubs liked their burger though. We did get seated right away and by the time we left there was a short wait for a seat. I can see how it could be a good neighbourhood place. The prices are very decent for downtown brunch. read more

Frankie's - Eggs Benedict - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

The food was ok my potatoes were burnt. And we waited over 25 minutes for our meal. Definitely not a good place to go if your hangry !!!! read more

Frankie's - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

I was coming home from getting blood work and asked for recommendations and I was told to come here. I had breakfast I had fresh fruit and the blt sandwich. It definitely made my mouth water it was so good, I don't think I've had a blt that was so crisp, definitely an amazing experience for diner food. There was only things I didn't care for the bathrooms being downstairs and the waiter having a phone conversation going on the whole time I was there. read more

LOVE this place! Great Food, Great Service, Decent Prices and Never Disappoints. Food: Love the Texan Burger w/ Sweet Potato Fries ($1.50 extra). Great wings. 5/5 Service: Lovely waitresses, always attentive. Even when it's busy. 4/5 Ambiance: Bar/Diner. Cozy, casual. 3/5 Price: Decent Prices. Defenitly worth it for what you get. 4/5 read more

Frankie's - Texan Burger w/sweet potato fries - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Ate here with some friends. Food here is good. I ordered a grilled chicken Caesar salad and it was a nice big portion. The grilled chicken is very juicy and not dry or rubbery at all. Restaurant has free wifi to connect to and board games if you want to play something. If you have mobility issues, please note that washrooms are downstairs on the basement level. You will have to go up and down some stairs. For Pokemon Go players, there is a stop nearby but it's not close enough to be constantly accessing it. If your GPS likes to make you walk even though you're actually not moving, you might sometimes be able to touch the stop. read more

Frankie's - Grilled chicken caesar salad - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

I had the cheeseburger and fries (with gravy) for the first time here. Wow! It's sooooo good! The burger was cooked and seasoned perfectly, while the fries were nice and crispy. Not soggy at all. Their gravy is delish too. I highly recommend this place! Honestly one of the best burgers/fries I've had in a while. read more

Wasn't impressed with the place. The place seemed like under staffed. Kinda stuffy environment. We ordered #delicious and waffles. The food quality wasn't bad so hence the three stars. The price was good too. Got a table close to kitchen. Kina stank every time they opened the door. The waiter wasn't very presentable, let's just say that. Hardly cleared the plates or attended much to the table.. read more

Cozy modern diner that serves up classic diner menu items with quality ingredients. When you first arrive, there is no room to stand and wait for your table so either come down early for some breakfast or head over later to close time for some lunch. Like I said, the place is small so I would avoid coming with a large group of friends (best is to come in a group of two since this place accommodates best for small groups). The breakfast is affordable but tastes amazing! They offer everything from classic breakfast to omelette to pancakes. The coffee is much better quality than your typical diner coffee! Give this place a try for your weekend brunch cravings if you're in the Queen & Ossington area!! read more

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Do not operate heavy machinery after eating Frankie's "bet-you-can't finish" Breakfast, as it may cause drowsiness after consumption. That said, it is totally worth a bit tiredness that it caused. Very tasty! read more

Great Price - Affordable Good Food - A Little Con * Hollandaise Sauce Wasn't The Greatest Great Service - Quick * Friendly * Clean I definitely recommend this place and look forward to coming back !! read more

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Live around corner never ate here. Came here after movies with a friend one night. Burgers, fries and salad fairly good. Gravy tasted burnt. My friend wanted wine against my wishes. They served cheap Fusion wine at over $5 a glass..for $2 more he could have gotten the bottle. The waitress said they were NOT a 5 star restaurant but a diner. Oops!! Long time to get the bill cause only 1 person working. Place clean throughout though..... Maybe return to this diner for breakfast one day.. read more

Frankie's - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

The omelette was not good at all. I tried the one with guacamole and my friend tried the cheese one, we both did not like it at all. read more

Frankie's - Cheese omelette - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

One of the best grilled cheese sandwiches I've had in awhile. Challah bread loaded with four cheeses (cheddar, blue, brie, and swiss). I. love. blue. cheese. The sweet fig jam they provide to dip it in is a nice change from the traditional ketchup (but don't worry they still give you ketchup too), and the side fries are the high quality chip truck, skin-on kind. Top it off with a can of pop and its really everything you need from a good diner dinner. Extras: service is fast, and you can easily get in and out for around $15-20 tax and tip included. The ambiance is nothing special but its pretty clean and comfy so it works. read more

The food was so good, especially the fries!!! It was a great environment and really love the diner (good music taste). But my server had quite a bit of attitude. She was passive-aggressive and ruined the whole experience. The young woman made it quite uncomfortable for me and my friends. Seemed like it might have been her first job so I don't want to be too harsh on her. Overall great food!! read more

Holy hell, what can I saw about this marvellous place? I've been going to Frankies for FIVE years now and each time I go, I'm super satisfied. Firstly, the guy who runs the place has been there for years, and I believe he is the son of Frankie himself. His love for the place shows up in the food. The burgers are great and come in a spectrum from basic to psycho-crazy-cool. You want doritos, chili, a fried egg, bacon or nearly any kind of cheese on your burger? You got it! Their sandwiches are great too. Their club sandwich was a staple when I was going to school in the area, a REAL chicken breast and thick cut bacon? AMAZING! And who doesn't love a mid-day pint? As far as I remember Kool has been on tap there for years, and the kegs are always fresh. It's a clean place, and offers a chill, relaxed diner atmosphere. There are regulars, buy I've never had any trouble with any of the others who have rolled in. Quite the contrary! If you're a bit of a social butterfly like I am, you can find plenty of people to talk to, some more colourful than others, but this is Queen West! Chicken tenders are high quality, their fries are unreal, and you'll find something for everyone. They always have either basketball, hockey, or baseball on. It's a great place, and if you're local, looking for an affordable and friendly place to grab a bite, then Frankies is perfect! read more

i can't get enough of this place. 2nd time i went here within a week and they never disappoint. i had the fish with greek salad special...large amount and the fish w as delicious. excellent crunch factor. no fishy taste. and good batter. my friend had their turkey burger with sweet potato fries special. honestly, I've never had a turkey burger before and this was the best burger i had in general. warm juicy patty, amazing toppings and the buns were whole wheat. the fries were delicious and large. would highly recommend this place for awesome eats at an affordable price read more

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I've been here a couple of times before, and have always had an excellent experience with their food. Cheap, large portions, and really tasty. Great bang for your buck if you want some comfort food. I love their pulled pork Mac and cheese. You're not going to finish it, so prepare to have some for the next day too. Great "problem" to have! Their sweet potato fries are a go to if I'm not that hungry. Vibe is hella casual so you're not going to feel like you don't belong. You know the feeling I'm talking about. The one thing I would say is that their beer isn't great. I've never not had a flat beer here. It's not somewhere you're going to exclusively for drinks anyway. The food is the highlight here. Drink elsewhere then come stuff your face at Frankie's. read more

I can't refuse the opportunity to check out local diners wherever I go. Curious as to how Canada does breakfast (if any different from America) and Frankie's did not disappoint. Huge portions and a good selection of your typical breakfast menu -- Canadian bacon is of course thicker so that's a huge plus. Our waitress was friendly. Prices were cheap for the amount and quality we got. Definitely recommend! read more

Cheap and big portions of food. Came for Sunday brunch at around 10:45am and there was a backlog of parties waiting to be seated, but the tables were available. There were only 2 ladies working the entire floor so you really need to flag them down if you want anything... from ordering to getting a coffee refill. I ordered the big breakfast for $11 and I have to say this is one of the cheapest places I've been to for Toronto breakfasts. Bacon/home fries/eggs/pancake were all amazing. I had a really empty stomach that morning and I still couldn't finish it. PSA they also charge an extra 25 cents if you pay with card. read more

It's all about the downtown TO weekend brunch scene! I wouldn't say I was disappointed with this place (ok, maybe a little), but only because of the high rating and lineup for seating. This is a solid brunch/breakfast place with some decent lunch options as well, albeit nothing spectacular. FOOD: The Eggs Benny I ordered was a bit over-cooked, so the eggs didn't have that desired "runny-ness." The peameal bacon was tasty, and the Home Fries plentiful, but bland. Veggies on the side was a nice touch. SERVICE: The servers behind the counter were friendly and attentive. No long wait times for the food. ATMOSPHERE: Nice Mom & Pop shop vibe here. It's a bit cramped, but such is the downtown experience. VERDICT: I probably wouldn't go out of my way to dine here, but if in the area (or as a backup plan), it's the way to go. read more

Frankie's - Eggs Benny with homefries - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Went in with customer for lunch. For $16.99 each the quality and quantity is second to non. I also was impressed with the complete atmosphere. Well done ladies. read more

I went to Frankie's and ate two breakfasts. And I feel like I should put it on a shirt or something. To be fair, I didn't eat all the breakfast on the plates and I did share the French toast, but when confronted with a menu made of all the items I want to order I have a hard time choosing. This is why I ordered both the French toast and a standard eggs/bacon/toast deal. If you want my advice I say get the French toast - it is so diner-delicious! The prices are cheap and if you are in the mood for drinks I hear they are a real bargain here. Frankie's is definitely one of the best breakfasts I've had in Toronto! read more

After running a recon stakeout from across the street like Robert Redford and Richard Dreyfuss with binocular flasks, I figured out who this Frankie really is, and he is Guy Fieri in witness protection north of the border. Hiding next to the camh after school special hangout of Tom's, between the blocks featured in the New York Times and Vogue, there lies "Frankie." Snowed in, not caring to ask about menu items and hunting one down online, I saw the two words "Texas" and "burger" put together on Yelp, a seminal duo where nothing could go wrong like the buddy cops, Gibson and Glover. In Frankie's eyes Texas means a burger with fried jalapenos, nacho cheese doritos chips and nacho cheese. Mammas, don't let your babies grow up to be cowboys who don't order the Texas burger. read more

Came back with more people, ordered (mostly) different stuff, and I now think it's worthy of a 5 star rating. They're still understaffed, and this was really apparent on a Saturday at brunch, but the food. The food. Frankie's #1 burger was again amazing. The meat is so ... meaty. Almost decadent, with how strong and beefy it is. The pickles were really good, actually. The 4-cheese grilled cheese (ordered with extra brie instead of blue cheese) was buttery and delicious. The fig jam was a perfect accent - sweet and smooth. I ordered the Rocky (cheesesteak) with onion rings, with no peppers. The rings were unimpeachable. The steak was tender and (again) meaty. The cheese was perfect. 5/5, eagerly awaiting my return. read more

The BEST vegetarian burger I have ever had in my life. I usually remove the bun on my burgers but not for this one. The experience is too divine to ruin. I had the soy burger - moist patty, meaty texture. I added onions and blue cheese. My burger also came with potato chips. My boyfriend ordered the Ossington Melt. He was drooling. I didn't try his burger as I'm a vegetarian but I did sneak some of his sweet potato fries. Crunchy on the outside and perfect on the inside. Frankies is our new Friday night treat :) You must eat here! read more

Great neighbourhood diner. Very good value for money. The cuisine is pretty standard and won't win awards for inventiveness, but for a sandwich, a burger, or brunch it's a great spot. Service is diner level as well which is fine. read more

Craving a Canadian rendition of a Big Mac? Have a thing for no-frills brunches sans hour long waits to be seated? Well, chances are you'll dig Frankie's. I'm sure if I lived in Toronto (and resided in Queen West), I'd be somewhat of a regular. I love a good greasy spoon diner, and Frankie's seems to elevate that slap dash genre a few notches up the bedpost. With familiar favorites that anyone in North America would recognize along with items to fulfill any regional cravings (peameal bacon BLT for instance), they've got you covered. Plus they make a pretty mean Caesar complete with a delightful pickled green bean to boot. Best of all, if you happen to be taking out Suze Orman for a meal, she'll be proud that you picked an inexpensive place like Frankie's to indulge. read more

One Sunday afternoon after a weekend bender with some friends visiting for the weekend, we came here for brunch because it wasn't far from where our friend lived and where we were staying for the weekend. When the five of us got here around 2pm and most of the brunch crowd has just been sat and most of them are finishing up, so there was just enough space for us. I reckon it would be much busy with queues had we tried to come here earlier. There's seating at the bar and decent amount of seating at tables, likely to accommodate a larger group. They have your usual breakfast/brunch items. As usual, I went for eggs benedict (read my Ann Sather review), although they didn't have crab cake benedict, I went for a smoked salmon benedict, which is the next best thing. The order comes with a side of potatoes, but due to lent, I had given up potatoes and asked if they could substitute it for something else like sweet potato fries (which I can have). The answer is no, you cannot substitute your potatoes, you have to order the side as additional side. This doesn't make sense to me, I'd be okay to pay the difference if it cost more than the potatoes, so if I replace the potatoes with sweet potatoes, it would only cost $1.50 instead of $4.25 (*not actual price for sweet potato fries at Frankie's, but from what I remember, it's close enough). When I was about to give up arguing and tell them to just omit the potatoes, the server suggested to replace it with a salad. Which I still had to pay $1.50 for because it is an "additional side" even though I didn't have the potatoes (as a side, it costs more than $2). I'm disappointed with their inability to be flexible. I used to work in the service industry and nowhere has it lack the willingness to accommodate to the customers. It wasn't like I had asked to customise my entire meal. The food and server was pretty good and the only reason this didn't end up being a one-star review. Come here only if you do not have any dietary concerns and order off the menu as it is, because they won't replace anything anyway. I feel ripped off at the end of this meal. read more

Had brunch here on the weekend. Was initially going somewhere in Liberty Village but a certain restaurant which didn't allow for reservations had a wait time of up to 1.5 hours. Ridiculous. Anyhow, we walked around and came across to Frankie's. The only seats available was at the bar, which was fine. The service was good and the food came fairly quickly. I also liked the prices as it wasn't inflated like most places in the area since it was in downtown Toronto. Ordered the big breakfast. It was alright but I question the number of eggs used. The big breakfast is supposed to come with three eggs. I did ask for scrambled, and I usually make three at home also, but it looked more like 1.5 eggs were used. I had a huge craving for pancakes... but it was definitely better at I-Hop. But yummm Canadian Maple syrup !! read more