Love love love this place. Been coming here for years for their milkshakes and deep-fried Mars bars. Quite a few things have been filmed here too, such as the very first scene in the pilot episode of The Mentalist. I recognized it immediately and got all excited lol. This place is a staple on Granville.50s-style diners in the Lower Mainland are a rare thing now, it seems. As you get out to places like Hope or Maple Ridge, you see SO many more of these cozy, classic diners. There used to be a real nice one on the corner of King George Blvd. and 100th Ave a while back but this was the 2000s and I was still young, so I don't even remember what it was called.The Templeton is such a casual but intimate space. I love how you have to go through the kitchen if you want to use the tiny washroom. That might sound inconvenient or unconventional to most people, but to a pretentious hipster like me, it's super charming. I love stuff like that. The only thing these guys are missing is serving their drinks in mason jars. That was a joke.Anyways, the servers are always super nice and of course, the food is always fantastic. It's always a great spot to spontaneously decide to dine at while walking down Granville with some friends. Or you could even be daring and make a premeditated decision to eat here. Up to you.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Alex Kokke
I like the idea and the restaurant. But it’s too small and the food is really good, but needs more flavour.
A comatose load of food, I had the Mac and Cheese with pulled pork, spouse had fish and chips. We had an amazing server who was bubbly and had an aura of positivity. It's definitely a place to visit.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Deep Fried
Tracey Yang
Great service, clean washroom, thick pancakes and their strawberry milkshake and smoked salmon eggs benny are 11/10.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Liliane Guerlain
Thanks Yannick for the great experience, the keto option was a ? winner,Back to the 60'sLove it , I will be backKid-friendliness: They're welcome
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Keto Plate
Michael Allen
Had mangled eggs and it was very good. Everything was very good, but none of it was outstanding. Definitely a place for a reliably good breakfast. Waitresses were great! Atmosphere is a cool old school diner vibe. Nice to see a place that still has a proper counter to sit at. Would love to return for a milkshake to see if they really are "World's Best" like it says on the menu!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Rob Allard
Neat place, but needs some paint and elbow grease. Staff was friendly, food was good. The decore was fun.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 5
Aaron Ehman
This place is so cool! Almost 100 years old, everything original, excellent food and very friendly fast service. We are very happy we stumbled upon this place!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Strawberry Milkshake, Mushroom Cheddar Burger, French Toast
Dane Frizzell
A true hidden gem. Food was good. Portions were a bit small. Waited nearly 25 minutes to get inside. It's a good stop.
We had a great breakfast experience here. Good portion sizes and fast service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
inblue 42
yum! worth the line outside. mangled eggs!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tim J
Great “dive bar” for
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tori Belle Good
Breakfast was greatRetro atmosphereFriendly
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Priya
Great vegetarian burger, I've gotten it a few times. Reasonable price compared to other diners, great brunch spot. Really tasty milkshakes too.Vegetarian options: Vegetarian omelettes, vegetarian burgers, vegetarian sandwiches. good options
Love love love this place. Been coming here for years for their milkshakes and deep-fried Mars bars. Quite a few things have been filmed here too, such as the very first scene in the pilot episode of The Mentalist. I recognized it immediately and got all excited lol. This place is a staple on Granville.50s-style diners in the Lower Mainland are a rare thing now, it seems. As you get out to places like Hope or Maple Ridge, you see SO many more of these cozy, classic diners. There used to be a real nice one on the corner of King George Blvd. and 100th Ave a while back but this was the 2000s and I was still young, so I don't even remember what it was called.The Templeton is such a casual but intimate space. I love how you have to go through the kitchen if you want to use the tiny washroom. That might sound inconvenient or unconventional to most people, but to a pretentious hipster like me, it's super charming. I love stuff like that. The only thing these guys are missing is serving their drinks in mason jars. That was a joke.Anyways, the servers are always super nice and of course, the food is always fantastic. It's always a great spot to spontaneously decide to dine at while walking down Granville with some friends. Or you could even be daring and make a premeditated decision to eat here. Up to you.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I like the idea and the restaurant. But it’s too small and the food is really good, but needs more flavour.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Rosemary Potatoes, Trucker's Breakfast
A comatose load of food, I had the Mac and Cheese with pulled pork, spouse had fish and chips. We had an amazing server who was bubbly and had an aura of positivity. It's definitely a place to visit.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Deep Fried
Great service, clean washroom, thick pancakes and their strawberry milkshake and smoked salmon eggs benny are 11/10.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Thanks Yannick for the great experience, the keto option was a ? winner,Back to the 60'sLove it , I will be backKid-friendliness: They're welcome
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Keto Plate
Had mangled eggs and it was very good. Everything was very good, but none of it was outstanding. Definitely a place for a reliably good breakfast. Waitresses were great! Atmosphere is a cool old school diner vibe. Nice to see a place that still has a proper counter to sit at. Would love to return for a milkshake to see if they really are "World's Best" like it says on the menu!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Neat place, but needs some paint and elbow grease. Staff was friendly, food was good. The decore was fun.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 5
This place is so cool! Almost 100 years old, everything original, excellent food and very friendly fast service. We are very happy we stumbled upon this place!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Strawberry Milkshake, Mushroom Cheddar Burger, French Toast
A true hidden gem. Food was good. Portions were a bit small. Waited nearly 25 minutes to get inside. It's a good stop.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
It was okay.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
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We had a great breakfast experience here. Good portion sizes and fast service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
yum! worth the line outside. mangled eggs!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great “dive bar” for
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Breakfast was greatRetro atmosphereFriendly
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great vegetarian burger, I've gotten it a few times. Reasonable price compared to other diners, great brunch spot. Really tasty milkshakes too.Vegetarian options: Vegetarian omelettes, vegetarian burgers, vegetarian sandwiches. good options
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5