Staff sparse on a Wed eve as were the customers. Ordered were salads and sweet potato fries. Garden salad. 3/5. Sweet potatoes 5/5. Sooo good with the accompanying hot dip. No complaints re staff other than forgetting a couple of things. It happens. I was told they are quite busy for breakfasts and on weekends. Breakie all day. Def a family friendly place. Clean enough. I'd love to come back and try something else here. Tons of parking in the lot and great stores nearby. read more

Zak's Diner - Sweet potato fries and salads. No complaints. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Kanata, Ontario

Retro style diner in Kanata. Loved the style of the restaurant. They have a lot of seating. Service was quick and fast despite it being a busy Sunday morning in June. Portions were generous. The main problem I had was that their coffee was watery, and we ordered a mochaccino frappe and it had chunks of ice in it, not blended well and tasted watery. Otherwise would still return read more

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The burger was cooked from frozen commercial patty. The poutine was smaller than usual portion and was served with old cheese curds and the gravy and chips were not hot enough to melt the curds. Do tho out of your way for the food. The root beer float was good as the shakes. read more

This place is so retro & cute. The staff were so sweet. I've been craving a simple burger and this really hit the spot. We also got a strawberry milkshake and that was also delicious. read more

Zak's Diner - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Kanata, Ontario

Not worth trying this place, food was nothing great. Felt like I was eating airport food. Eggs Benedict were one of the worst I've had and eat less than half. Server never even came over to ask how it was as she was busy talking to a table the entire time I was there. I'm sure Kanata has better places so pass on this one next time you are looking for breakfast. read more

Oh noooo!! We forgot to take pictures before eating!! We ordered a Chicken burger and fries with one of their huuuuge (and very tasty) milkshakes, and the Greek wrap with butternut squash soup and a side of potato pancakes (this last add on was $3.00). Each meal was about $17.00. I have to admit to avoiding this place beforehand; I won't avoid it any more! The decor is fabulous - all '50s. Everyone gets a booth! All we needed was a jukebox in each one. However, they compensated with something like a Wurlitzer in the corner (modern: it seems to be touch screen) back to the future?! Anyway, they're open 24/7, and serve breakfast any time. The food was good but not fabulous, and the waitress didn't know the soup du jour, or the cost of the side of potato pancakes, but was willing to find out for us. The fries were tasty, but there was a hair in them! Compensation was a $5.00 coupon for our next visit. read more

Zak's Diner - Chicken burger and fries, with milkshake = about $17. Plus tax & tip. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Kanata, Ontario

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Today's visit was better than the last. Our server was excellent, dealing with our large group without breaking a sweat, and with a smile. Coffees were topped up without having to ask. The pancakes were fluffier than I expected they would be if they were made from a mix. read more

Zak's Diner - Blueberry pancakes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Kanata, Ontario

Regarding the visit on the night of 12 Nov 2022. My wife and I live 35 minutes away from Zak's Diner. The last 2 times that we attempted to eat there, we called to make sure they will be open and were then refused service upon arrival. The last time, (when we called) we were told that they were open until 11pm but the kitchen closes at 10pm. We informed them that we'll be there by 9:30. We got into the car and did the 35 minute drive in. We showed up at 9:15 and we were told that they've closed early. We had actually called ahead, we were told they were open, we drove the 35 minutes there only to be refused service on arrival. Being refused service due to closing early has happened both times we tried to eat there. Both time we called ahead, both times we were told they were open. Both times we drove in and both times we came back with nothing. We've decided to never attempt to eat there again. read more

Great place for breakfast, reminds me of the places I used to go to back in the day. Eggs, bacon, hash browns, coffee. All good

Came here for breakfast. Service was very good. Waitress was very friendly and attentive. I ordered the Huevos and it was good. Not the best I've ever had but it was a good attempt from a non Mexican restaurant. The coffee was good, hot and plentiful. A positive experience overall. read more

Nice diner Great murals Booths and tables for many Large screen televisions and free WiFi Staff is friendly and helpful Food is very tasty Milkshakes are huge Music is not too loud Does not detract from a pleasant experience Will give them a second try read more

I came here to pick up a milkshake, since I was craving one specifically from Zak's (don't judge)! and was quite impressed with how large and decorated the space was, compared to the downtown location. The staff were lovely and were joking with each other and seemed to genuinely enjoy working there. I got a chocolate mint milkshake and it was as delicious as I remember. :) read more

Zak's Diner - Chocolate mint milkshake! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Kanata, Ontario

Hey, you! Out there on the road, looking for breakfast. Or just leaving your hotel, unable to face another plastic fork. Or you are new in town, and want someone to cook for you. Put this address in your GPS, and boogie. This restaurant chain has studied breakfast, and the results are very satisfying. Yes, my pictures of my oatmeal across Canada all look the same (according to my Facebook friends) but seriously...steamed milk? And just enough fresh strawberries. Blueberry pancakes large enough to share, and eggs just right. We knew we were in the right place when we saw a table full of men wearing reflective vests, and smelled the coffee, but it just kept getting better. When we walked in "Barracuda" was playing on the sound system, and it set the tone for the whole meal. And the restrooms are marked with signs of Wonder Woman and Superman. And it's located in a strip mall with a beer store AND a liquor store AND an unrefined olive tasting store. This experience makes it hard to leave Canada again. We did pick up a few bottles of Jackson Triggs at the liquor store, and back on the road again. We know where we will stop for breakfast next time we are in Ottawa. And you should, too. read more

Zak's Diner - Breakfast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Kanata, Ontario

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Went for weekday breakfast. The place is large, cavernous even, but decorated somewhat like a diner. Service was fast and good. Sadly my first cup of coffee of the day was weak and tepid. Later, I was given a refill and it was hot. The food was as expected, but I really enjoyed the sausages, big and juicy. There's not much you can say about a diner for breakfast. Zac's had it. Plus for the sausages, minus for the coffee. read more

Ah my annual visit to Ottawa always draws me to Zak's Diner at least once in December. Love their food I had pancakes bacon eggs yummy and what a portion they give. My husband had the foot long hotdog, it is literally 12" wow so good with onion rings, cheese, bacon yummy again it's his favourite. So if you're in the neighbourhood stop by you won't be disappointed read more

Zak's Diner - Foot long hotdog! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Kanata, Ontario

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I have been here a couple times with my kids. Nice decor, decent food, a little pricey but what I didn't like was the attitude and poor service from the servers. We seemed to be annoying them. They seemed to treat their "regulars" better. Maybe they're family or something but making other guests feel second rate isn't a way to gain a following or repeat business. Not planning on a repeat visit. read more

I always look forward to coming here. The food is good and always comes out fast and hot. The service is great and the staff are always nice. You get a lot of food for the price and it's always yummy. read more

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This diner is pretty much designed for those hungover twenty somethings on Saturday mornings. The diner is open 24 hours, has a big menu with huge portions, and even has a bar off to the side. I normally stick to the banana bread french toast. On a side note, milkshakes are a little disappointing though. read more

The food is pretty decent, particularly if you like things that taste processed and from a package or mix. I'm not knocking any of those categories, by the way. Goodness knows that my favorite kind of macaroni and cheese is still the kind that comes from a blue box, but I digress. The service has been cheerful, friendly, and efficient on each of my visits. You can order from anywhere on the menu regardless of the time of day, which is great for people with small children who insist that 9 a.m. is the perfect time for chicken nuggets. My only complaint (and the reason that this review isn't an even-keeled three-stars) is about the cleanliness of the dinnerware and eating utensils. This always looked questionable, but in a way that I could overlook as things not rinsing to a perfect sheen in the dishwasher. On my last visit, however, there was a very bold stamp of lipstick on my coffee cup - and I had yet to take a sip. I haven't been back since. read more

The music is just horrible here and the waitress was singing along to huey lewis, wtf?!?! The homefries are frozen, the hollandaise is out of a package and I still can't get the jerk singing bohemian rhapsody at the top of his lungs out of my head. I was so disappointed all I wanted was a half decent breakfast. Hey waitress I was not 'Happy to be stuck with you'!! read more

I love this place, especially for breakfast. While a little on the expensive side, I definitely think it's worth the money you pay. The place has a real 50's diner feel that reminds me of the diner from Pulp Fiction. I recently went there with my grandmother who loved all the fun little signs they have everywhere, such as one that said "No dancing on the tables". Food wise, I would definitely recommend the Banana Bread French Toast. I'm a big French toast fan and I thought that was definitely something new and out of the box. It's absolutely delicious. read more

Love the food and the restaurant looks amazing . Really wish they would serve on roller blades like in the old days doe it would be soon cool read more

We ordered 2 cookie dough cheesecakes, and 2 milkshakes (chocolate and a mocha). The service initially was pretty good, but quickly became worse as more servers came to the front. The server became rather distant and carefree. The cheesecake was made visibly wrapped in plastic wrap (eew) and then served to us. It was BURNT on a whole side, and the cake itself was clearly stale from its texture. I did not taste any cheese, nor did I taste cookie dough (It tasted like peanut butter? The server didn't even ask if we had allergies, WHAT IF I WAS ALLERGIC?!) The milkshake I had (mocha) tasted very much of artificial chocolate, and was not cold when it was served. The glass it came in was warm to the touch so I figured it must have just come out of the wash, making my milkshake warm. Great. At the end of our trip to Zac's, we payed the bill and only received two gumballs for the three of us. We kindly asked for a third so we could each have one, my friend also asked for her milkshake to-go. When the server came back, he brought us two cups and said his good-byes. Great listener. I don't plan to go to this restaurant with it's apparently "famous" milkshakes again. Maybe I'll go to the downtown one or Johnny's Diner instead. read more

All day breakfast lunch and dinner! Had Eggs Benny - it was great, very large portions! Nice addition, it had tomatoes and baked beans! Service was great, even though the restaurant was pretty busy! I would go back :) read more

When you wait in line for seating on the weekend, notice the pancakes on the plates of the seated patrons. You will see that an abnormal amount of people have one or more leftover pancakes on their plates. Also notice the lack of request for a doggy bag. Somehow they made the pancakes fluffy but not moist. The pancakes are extremely dry. Even with blueberries and maple syrup, you'll cough if you slightly inhale while chewing. Have a glass of water on standby because when you do cough, a cloud of dust will linger near. Zak's, I'm not afraid to say that you're all hype. I waited in line for an expensive meal that is easily surpassed in the texture department by $3 McDonald's hotcakes. It's real cute that you hire tweens but you're gonna need to hire a lawyer once someone chokes on those chalky, overgrown pancakes. Not going back. Boo!!! 2 stars. read more

I went for a breakfast with a friend and it is been a while since I went to zaks (before Covid)it is amazing , the food are great , the plate is big ,fresh and so yummy I ordered veggies omelet with fresh orange juice ,the server was nice and the setting is very safe in Covid time I will definitely go back I didn't take picture though maybe next time ! read more

Food is fine, had the Zak attack or whatever that burger is with the two patties but the gm is such a piece of s**** I wouldn't go back. Brown hair, jean shorts, glasses and flip flops, can't miss her She's rude to the other staff all the time and makes me uncomfortable read more

This Zak's location is a spankin' new replica of the downtown location in the Byward market. If you've been to the other one before, this Kanata location is a bit off putting because the 'diner' feel is sort of lost between the big screen TVs and shiny, new decorations. The quality of food is the same as the other location - Average but satisfying. Similarly, you can expect a wide variety on the menu and benefit from all-day breakfast... Probably the only place that serves breakfast all day in this area of Ottawa. Other than that, I'd say that Zak's is quite pricey overall, especially for breakfast ($12-20) even for the basic options. read more

Zak's Diner - Zak's Big Breakfast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Kanata, Ontario

Awesome breakfast. Recommend. Can't wait to come back! Second time here, first for breakfast. Amazing service and excellent food both times. read more

Zak's Diner - Meat Lovers Breakfast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Kanata, Ontario

Portions: huge Price: mid range Quality: very good Service : on time, polite, and worth the tips We ordered poached eggs and smoked salmon for breakfast. The milkshakes we ordered were very delicious. Couldn't finish the pancakes as the food portions were huge. read more

Had the classic club, chicken was tender best club I ever had. Oops sorry finished the sandwich before taking the picture, still eating the coleslaw. Oh and Caesar was excellent. Service was excellent. read more

Delicious Sunday brunch! Waited for about 15-20 minutes as it was super busy! Chatter and noise all around so if you prefer a quiet breakfast this isn't for you! I enjoyed my Eggs Benny! The real squeezed orange juice topped of my breakfast, tasty goodness! Recommend eating here! read more

Zak's Diner - Eggs Benny for Sunday Brunch! Was tasty good! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Kanata, Ontario

Cute place. Retro feel without feeling dated. Great music playlist. Kinda loud, busy. Food was average. 3 adults and 2 toddlers should not cost $100 for breakfast. Too expensive for the first meal of the day. read more

Absolutely F@&!ing Stunning!!! (In a Gordon Ramsay voice) Amazing food ,fast service!

Great service at this location and the food was amazing I definitely will be coming back to eat at the Kanata location very soon also the restaurant is very clean including the bathrooms they are spotless read more

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Went a bit early on a Sunday morning and thankfully so. The décor is nice, not in your face 50's but we found it fun. Our waitress was friendly and attentive. I ordered the Eggs Florentine and my son ordered the Piggies in a Blanket. So much food, he has great take home food for later. The hollandaise was home made and quite tasty, the eggs were done to perfection. My son loved the crepe wrapped sausages, very good. Our server Kim K told us that a lot of the food is made there, especially the banana bread. Food and atmosphere were a winner. We will definitely be going back. read more

Zak's Diner - Eggs Florentine. Hollandaise was exceptional and the eggs were done to perfection. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Kanata, Ontario

Breakfast was delicious! 2 eggs (cooked perfectly), bacon (not too soft, not too crispy), homefries (mmm!) with beans and sourdough toast. Coffee was fine, service was fine. The downsides: the atmosphere... it is SO LOUD in this place, I couldn't even hear myself think. Also, it was pricey. Adding 3$ for maple syrup and 3$ for a single pancake? You can hit up the fancy Eggspectations downtown and they include the syrup read more

Zak's is a fanatic option for breakfast. I've been there a couple times in the past few weeks. Great service, great coffee, huge portions. I'd definitely recommend you visit. read more

Awesome food friendly service and a good time had by the whole family. I definitely recommend the Mac & Cheese burger.

Food is way to pricey for what you get, the service is good and the atmosphere is interesting but definitely leaves you wanting more especially for what you pay. read more