Ovaltine Cafe

251 E Hastings St, Vancouver
(604) 685-7021

Recent Reviews

Red Murphy

The Ovaltine, The Only, & Save on Meats lunch counter.Sole survivor, gotta go.A simple classic breakfast presented directly in a clean setting.Parking: Be aware of the neighborhood.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Vanessa Webster

This place is such a classic diner. Food is priced well, I am happy that they have lasted this long. Will definitely visit when I can.Vegetarian options: You can get Tofu, Avocado or Grilled Tomatoes instead of meat.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Frida

I loved the place! Is the first time I visited and will not be the unique. Good portions in food, the staff is awesome and they serve your order immediately. The strawberry milkshake is a blast! The place is super iconic and north american classic, the music man! Rush was playing while I arrived . Sadly looks abandoned because is in old Vancouver zone surrounded by homeless people but this not dismiss it value, I would love to see oldie Vancouver and its historical places better worthy

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Marshall Norgan

I love this place. A Vancouver treasure. Wish the City would treat this neighborhood better and recognize its heritage value.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

B ND

The food is delicious, the people that work here are genuine and incredibly kind. Going to the Ovaltine is a highlight in my

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Sundae, Reuben Sandwich

Mohammad Reza Mohseni

I had a delicious lunch and polished it off with a vanilla OVALTINE milkshake ? ? ☺️ ? ? ?

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Clint Miller

It's such a special, secret place hidden in a part of the city of Vancouver, that obviously intimidates your average homeowner. The nostalgia it inspires reminds me of how small diners actually were when I was a child in the 1980's. It is easily one of my favorite restaurants to actually be inside of. They are also the only place I know that offers blue berry pancakes on their menu. Definitely, highly recommended with a side of 3 or more bacon. The staff there seem genuinely happy to work there, which is something so important to me. To be fair, I would have given max stars on everything, but then would anyone bother to read this? This is one of the last great secrets of Vancouver's Eastside: it would be a lie to say otherwise.Kid-friendliness: I think despite the negative view of this area of the city, most people will agree that the majority of people here have a respect and a kindness to protect children from seeing undesirable sights, such as drug use. I find this location is hardly any different, as typically most people are aware that some child may accidentally listen to their conversation. But I've never heard of anyone doing something as ignorant as exposing someone's child to their troubles. Again, I have heard it many times outside; "Kids on the block." It's a reminder to be on your best behavior, because these are someone's children, and childhood is still a valued time in the lives of people here.Wheelchair accessibility: I found the place to be fairly wheelchair accessible. Even the front door is easily entered, and the seating includes old wooden booths, but also has a traditional bar/counter with stools and probably plenty of room for a wheelchair.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Blueberry

hdyhdw 1717

My favorite is the fish and chips with aside of gravy. The milkshakes are very thick ngl they have so many flavors too. They have fast service and a great diner.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Fries, Fish and Chips, Grilled Cheese

Hug JR Lelievre

Been going there for 9 years and every time I'm not disappointed. Very good service and the food well done and delicious.

Rudolf Penner

Funky relaxing atmosphere. Museum of Coca Cola bottles. Movie star posters. Music was calm. Great clubhouse sandwich with fries. $15. Free coffee refills, very good float. Now open later: till 6pm.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Club House Sandwich

Shawn Le

Very Italian !Good capuchino !Very good tea from England - i love it ❤️Located in North-West corner so we can see people walking on streets - so good view !But they don't have brown sugar - the ine we need !I feel good there

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Kristen Larson

Best spot for a burger and a milkshake ?

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

M

Loving this cafe for decades. I will be crushed if it ever closes.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Luke Drummond

Welcome back, guys!The best burger in The DTES hands downIt's my favorite place to haunt on my lunch breaks!If you have not had a chocolate shake, it is a must for the first time experience on a whole!Staff are friendly and knowledgeable and always willing to go out of their way to make sure your order is correctSee you soon & thank you for coming back.My burger definitely made my day so much better

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: House Burger 1 4 lb, Pulled Pork Eggs Benedict, Cheeseburger 1 4 lb, Grilled Cheese Sandwich, Home Fries, Fries

Anthea Williams

I love this place. Affordable, delicious, and the staff were amazing.Had the fish and chips, crispy, flaky and malt vinegar for the win!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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