This is truly awesome for what it's meant to be. It's the same kinda diner a lot of people grew up with, and has been forever (versus the places trying to look that way all nostalgic like... Which is also great sometimes).
Awesome hash browns, big portions, simple old school menu, pretty impressive looking back bacon, and truly lovely staff. Family run vibe for sure.
We'll be back a ton, to try and achieve 'regular' status - felt like a ton of people knew one and other in there. And no idea where people are getting the whole "sketchy area" thing; this neighbourhood is like any other in Toronto with everything from apartments to million dollar houses, but a super friendly atmosphere. Maybe if you're from Baby Point or Rosedale, this isn't really your scene :)