From NC and wanted a quick late morning breakfast. Nice little mom & pops diner. Food was…read moredelicious, eggs cooked just right, bacon perfectly salted, and toast crispy and buttery. Ambiance was nice, could tell this was one of the locals favorite spots for Sunday brunch. Place was packed, but I still got good service. $14 total for a $8 meal, $4 pancake (enough pancake for 2 ppl), and a drink. Can't beat those prices.

Ok,granted this is definitely a hole in the wall diner. But,the food is always good. The staff is…read morealways friendly. And the prices are very reasonable. So if you want friendly service,great food and reasonable prices, you should consider this diner. I had the meatloaf with French fries and gravy. And a cup of stuffed pepper soup. Both were Very good. I overheard the server saying that they also serve Mac salad topped with gravy. I had already eaten my lunch so I'm saving that for next time. I've visited this diner more than a few times. Mostly breakfast and lunch. I haven't been disappointed yet. Thanks Ashly and the rest of the crew. This place is worth a try. Nothing fancy but a good meal to be had by all.

I lived in Johnstown NY for many years before Rail Side Cafe came about. I moved to FL in 1996 and…read morewas really sad to hear that Wally's Diner had closed. Fast forward to July '26...Came back to Johnstown for a visit and discovered Rail Side Cafe on Perry St. just a few blocks north of where I lived! A converted home with a friendly staff and fresh baked items as well. Our waitress made me feel like my mom was asking me what I wanted for breakfast. My wife loved the cinnamon swirl French toast, and my western omelet was excellent. Of course I had to try the sausage gravy and a homemade biscuit The biscuit was surprisingly light and fluffy and the gravy was worthy of being southern! Reasonably priced made this a great morning before heading back out of town. We will be back...

This was my first time here! I will definitely be back! The omelette was delicious! The service was…read moregreat and all staff were friendly! It was such a cute little place! :)

This place is the best restaurant in the whole wide world. I recommend everyone to go here!!read more

Very good food! If you leave there hungry, it's your own fault! All of the syrups in the store are…read moreavailable for samples. Very friendly staff.

Not many gluten free options, but had the most delicious grilled chicken salad for lunch the other…read moreday. The lettuce was super crisp and the chicken was marinaded in a fabulous "secret sauce", so yummy. I ate each and every piece! Love all the old pictures and signs on the walls. The staff are some of the nicest folks you could ever meet! So glad that they stayed on with the new owners :)

My mom and her best friend go there regularly for breakfast and I sometimes join them. We've…read morestopped going because every time we go we sit there for an hour waiting for our food while they fill orders for Benjamin Moore. When we've brought this to their attention they don't seem to care

Service Was amazing our waitress was very kind and helpful. Food was amazing chips were very crispy…read moreand tuna was fresh. I recommend this restaurant to anyone in the Johnstown area, 100% would come back.

It saddens me to write this review. I have enjoyed the food…read moreand company with the owners over the last decade. But of late there has been a decline in quality. Last week, I had the special Steak Frites , a Filet Mignon, that I ordered rare to medium rare, mentioning to Megan that I liked it bloody. However, not only did it come out early but well done! Ok, anything can happen, but the server is tasked with ASSURING that the meal is delivered as ordered. It should have been noted that it was over done and offered to be replaced. Not so. Tonight I ordered the flank steak special, again rare to medium rare. It came out medium and chewy. Furthermore, tThe Frittes were under cooked baking potatoes, not the white or gold potatoes you would expect, further under cooked and really not the twice cooked French "frites" expected. But the last insult was to have the patrons next to me delivered meal ending sorbets, while I was not so blessed. Apparently they were more important regular customers than I, although I have been their customer for more than ten years. But not likely furthermore. I am extremely disappointed.

Oh this is a hidden gem on main street in Johnstown. Next time you want breakfast try this place…read more It's warm and cozy inside. It's like eating at home. Very comfortable and great service. Many products for sale in the restaurant like jelly, honey, chocolate, and more. I will be back here to eat. 5 star review because every time I eat here it's been phenomenal. Give this place a try

November 27, 2013 Food was cold when served to me, granted…read moreit is the day before thanksgiving and they were about to close for the next four days, but my breakfast tasted excellent. I just wish it was warm! My review from eating here one time will be a 5 star rating on scenery, 5 stars on service, 5 stars on cleanliness and 3 stars on food. - I will recommend this place to others because of the unique dining they offer. Eating here reminded me of eating at a Cracker Barrel restaurant. Over all The Plaid Giraffe gets 4 stars and a recommendation from me to everyone to just go and take a look inside, it's well worth your time.

Excellent food.., friendly servers! We eat there often. Atmosphere very comfortable a MN d there is…read moreno waiting to get in. Their 1/2 duck is amazing and steak is cooked just the way you like it.

We loved this restaurant. They have a bar, tons of indoor seating, & an awesome patio. The service…read morewas amazing. Everyone from the hostess, bartender, waitress, & manager were so friendly. Our waitress Brenda was wonderful & helped us enjoy a relaxing night out. The Virginia oysters were on special tonight ($2.00 per oyster) & we're very good. The Avacado cheeseburger stole the show though. It was delicious & was cooked to perfection & served with seasoned salt fries. Prices are very reasonable. Had a delicious bottle of Pinot Gris for only $24.00. What a great experience. Restaurant is open to the public not just hotel patrons!

Nitro!!!! They serve Nitro Coffee and it's terrific!!! Most places don't serve Nitro & if they do…read moreit's not so good. It has a thick and lasting head. Second Wind has a classic reto ambience second to none! Will always stop in when in Johnstown.

Nice, calming setting, but I was greatly disappointed with their coffee. I ordered a regular hot…read morelatte, but it was barely tolerable, tasting burnt. Service was good, as was everything else, but their coffee was terrible. Too bad!

I came in for breakfast on Father's Day. They had an extra special brunch menu,…read more Cool old house in downtown Johnstown. Amazing service! I got an omelet with meat and cheese topped with hollandaise. It was so good!!! The sauce kicked it up a couple of notches! And and order of the wonton cheese sticks. They were basically a big cheese eggroll! They were great! They had some cool cocktails on the menu. Overall a great experience. I will come back if I ever make it back up here!

The Maple bourbon wings and brisket tacos were off the chart delish!! Very friendly ladies…read morecooking and serving and a fantastic vibe throughout. Definitely going again! So glad to see new eateries coming to Johnstown and Gloversville.