Zak's Diner Kanata

1511 reviews

499 Terry Fox Dr, Kanata, ON K2T 1H7, Canada

www.eatatzaks.com

+16134355483

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Zak's Diner Kanata is a Diner located at 499 Terry Fox Dr, Kanata, ON K2T 1H7, Canada. It has received 1511 reviews with an average rating of 4.1 stars.

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Hours

Monday7AM-9PM
Tuesday7AM-11PM
Wednesday7AM-11PM
Thursday7AM-11PM
Friday7AM-9PM
Saturday7AM-9PM
Sunday7AM-9PM

F.A.Q

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  • The address of Zak's Diner Kanata: 499 Terry Fox Dr, Kanata, ON K2T 1H7, Canada

  • Zak's Diner Kanata has 4.1 stars from 1511 reviews

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  • "I would have definitely given this place a 5 star but unfortunately one of the girls that was seating customers this morning around 10 am completely ruined my visit there today"

    "I don't get the nagitive reviews people say about this place"

    "I occasionally come here when I'm back in the area and going out with friends or family who aren't vegetarian/vegan since they have good options here"

    "Decided to have an early dinner here, ordered a chocolate milkshake and the mac and cheese burger and fries"

    "Went to Zak's Kanata for the firs time yesterday"

Reviews

  • Belinda Manuel

I would have definitely given this place a 5 star but unfortunately one of the girls that was seating customers this morning around 10 am completely ruined my visit there today. We walked in and there were 2 other couples waiting. We were standing at the front to put our names in and this horribly crazy girl with the worst attitude ever screams at all of us and says “okay seriously who was here first “ then she shakes her head and storms off to the kitchen… She didn’t even seat anyone at this point. Myself and the other customers were all looking at each other in shock and disgust. I can’t believe someone like that works in customer service. This girl should be fired…. Unbelievable…. We ended up getting seated by a girl named Grace. She is very sweet and our server was fantastic as well. It’s too bad the cranky girl who screamed at us ruined my rating for everyone else. Fire this idiot before you lose more customers…..
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast

  • Kendra Monette

I don't get the nagitive reviews people say about this place. Yesterday was my first time coming here with my dad. Me and my dad came here for dinner. When we walked inside I couldn't believe how the inside of the restaurant looked it was absolutely mind blowing. We only had to wait 30 seconds to be seated. And our food came really fast.Our waitress was so kind and really friendly to the both of us. I got the ringer burger without tomatoes or mayo with French fries and a doctor pepper. Normally when I order French fries I find them way to salty but the fries and the burger was absolutely amazing. My dad got the goat cheese sandwich with curly fries. Me and my dad will definitely come here again thanks Zak's diner for this wonderful experience
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$40–50
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Daniel Gawalewicz

I occasionally come here when I'm back in the area and going out with friends or family who aren't vegetarian/vegan since they have good options here. Love that they have vegan options. I always get the chicken wrap made with beyond chicken (and add the vegan Just Egg), so good! And the vegan shakes are pretty tasty too.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Brunch
Price per person
$30–40
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Vegan
Vegetarian options
They have a couple vegan options which are actually good
Dietary restrictions
Vegan options so can accommodate dairy and egg sensitivities as well.
Parking space
Plenty of parking
Parking options
Free parking lot

  • Thomas Burnside

Decided to have an early dinner here, ordered a chocolate milkshake and the mac and cheese burger and fries. The milkshake was good , but was it worth $7.99 + tax, maybe not and a little over priced . The Mac and cheese burger was really good. The only thing I didn't appreciate was the un ripe tomatoes they served. If you can not buy tomatoes that are ripe and red, then you shouldn't be serving them. To me they are just garbage and not good to eat. Especially on a burger your charging $18.49 for. I also didn't enjoy the fries they served and I found them on the cheap side. Would I go here again, most likely not, you defiantly don't get good value for the money you pay. The atmosphere is nice, as well as the staff, the food over priced

  • Alessandra I. Pettinati

Went to Zak's Kanata for the firs time yesterday. A friend introduced me to this place after our blood donation appt. Food was amazing, delicious. Many options to choose from but I decided to go with quasadilas Sofia this time. Yum! Forgot to take picture. Service was great too with a welcoming and friendly atmosphere, clean, spacious. I highly recommend. I will definitely go back with husband and kids. I'm sure they will love it too.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$20–30
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Parking space
Plenty of parking
Parking options
Free parking lot
Kid-friendliness
They have kids eat free Sunday - Thursday.

  • Abid K

This is very cozy place to come with family or friends for food. Breakfast is amazing here and coffee is always fresh! Tried egg banadict with salmon and it was amazing! Service was amazing! Definitely recommend coming here!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$20–30
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Home Fries, Eggs Benedict
Vegetarian options
There are veggie options, seafood options and they have beyond meat options as well.
Parking space
Plenty of parking
Parking options
Free parking lot
Parking
Tons of parking
Kid-friendliness
Kids eat free on Sundays

  • Savannah Brown

tried zaks for the first time this weekend. Portions are HUGE! and the food was amazingggggg. we couldn’t even finish our meals. we dined in around noon and i like the all day breakfast option because i was craving it. A little more expensive then our typical breakfast place but we’ll worth the price. Our server sabrina was really polite and friendly. the atmosphere was also really great. i like the vibe of the restaurant a lot. will be back to try the milkshakes for sure!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Brunch
Price per person
$20–30
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • shaun gour

As you walk in, you can't help but admire the amazing decor. This is only the start however! Devon, the manager and the rest of the staff go out of their way to make you feel welcome and a valued guest. If you're looking for a delicious breakfast and great service, I would not hesitate to recommend coming to Zak's Diner Kanata.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Kid-friendliness
Devon, the manager was so incredibly kind to our children. I highly recommend coming here for breakfast.

  • Bee D

Zaks was super yummy and the prices weren’t too bad for what you received. I got one of their wraps with BBQ sauce and it was amazing. The only reason for four stars is because the waitress did not seem interested in being there, a lot of the staff were on their phones (Their personal phones, not the small ones they use for orders) , visibly drinking water in the kitchen around food and seemed not all there when you asked a question or talked to them. If we would of had a more enthusiastic waitress it would’ve sealed the deal for a five star rating.

  • Samantha B

Food is good and consistent in all locations but ridiculously priced for breakfast. Service is usually stellar at the market location but not at this Kanata one. Server appeared bored and borderline annoyed by any request. We got up to get our own side plate from the station at one point. If I’m paying $60 for breakfast the service and food had better be stellar. Don’t be back to this location.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$30–40
Recommended dishes
Eggs Benedict

  • Lesslee

Best food. Huge portions. Great staff. Very nostalgic feeling. It's like a place my parents might have gone to when they were teenagers. Breakfast all day. Curly fries are delicious. Homespun milkshakes they are not out of a machine like most places.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Burger
Parking space
Plenty of parking
Parking options
Free parking lot

  • Shark Jellyfish

The milkshakes here are amazing! I highly recommended the strawberry milkshake I recommend this place for breakfast or if you’re craving breakfast for dinner like I was! The potatoes were well seasoned, the eggs were cooked nicely (though my egg popped but they offered to make me another one) and overall a good classic breakfast. The boneless chicken wings on the other hand tasted off and we’re not as enjoyable
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$10–20

  • Dani V

Went to Zac's for dinner and was super impressed with all of their vegetation options, minus the additional fees for substitutes, a little too pricey! We had nachos to start, along with a couple of veggie burgers and shakes. The food looked so good, we forgot to take photos! Staff were super friendly, great service. We'll definitely be going back again!
Price per person
$30–40
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Diner, Vegan

  • Chris

Solid greasy spoon type dinner, went for breakfast and it was super fast. Breakfast sausages are a must and I love the tater tots. Pacifica could have used more smoked salmon as I felt a little cheated there. I also would have seared the tomatoes so as to add a little flavor to the raw unripe flavor. All in all a good meal and nice atmosphere.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Brunch
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 4
Service: 3
Atmosphere: 4

  • Alex S

A very good place to have a breakfast or brunch. All their breakfast options are delicious, particularly omelettes and egg bennies. My kids love their pancakes. Service is fast and waiters are friendly. The coffee they serve is a bit weak to my taste. The place gets really busy around 10:30am on the weekends.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$20–30
Recommended dishes
Pancakes, Grilled Cheese Sandwich, Eggs Benedict

  • S B

Always a pleasure fir breakfast. Good food, consistent quality. Fast seating even when busy. Only one suggestion... maybe change the deep fry oil more often bc it makes the tots bitter and dark as it gets near the end of good use. Overall, it's a favorite place for breakfast
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Chris Papas

Great place. Better than downtown. Good portions. Service though took its time. Maybe they need more staff. [Update] went again and the service was faster. Awesome spot! Highly recommended
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$30–40
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Parking space
Plenty of parking
Parking options
Free parking lot

  • Jake Beers

Had a wonderful experience at this location. Staff was great and the portions are insane, amazi g value for the price. The waiter even offered to cut up a gummy worm for my son's ice cream, above and beyond. One of my favourite Zak's. Update 07/06: Had breakfast, equally awesome. Classic cold brew is wonderful and the Zaks omelet is packed with veggies. Delicious food and amazing service as usual.

  • Dee Whiteford

Zak's diner was exactly what I had expected in a diner. Quick breakfast, and hot coffee... And went you're woken up before dawn by your kids, that's what you want! Service was excellent. Server came by often to top up coffee and check on us. Food was good. We got the kids chocolate chip pancakes, which came with 4 pancakes. An order of home fries. And a traditional egg breakfast. We'd come back

  • Libi Mirkin

Love this place. Good and tasty breakfasts. My kids love their pancakes. Note, sometimes when the restaurant is full, the delivery of the order may be delayed. In any case, the portions are delicious, large and satisfying. Having breakfast in this place, you can safely walk until the evening without feeling hungry.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast

  • Shirin A.

Went to Zaks a number of times, in the mornings and in the evenings. The food was good,but the service could improve a bit. I've seen food delivery people being ignored and wait for a while which I found very rudee and unfair towards their online customers. Hopefully the service improves going forward..
Food: 5
Service: 3

  • Adam Wooldridge

What an Amazing Breakfast joint. Although this place was Jumping, the Wait was only about 10 minutes, for a Table of 6. I ordered the Breakfast Burrito, and it was Epic(& Huge). Prices are a bit higher, but you Will NOT be Hungry afterwards. You get what you pay for. Can't wait to return again soon. Thanks …

  • Joanne Spence

I’m so glad this location was as good as the Byward Market locale. If you can spare the calories, imbibe in the deep fried Mars bar! We shared ❤️
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$30–40
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Burger

  • Lindsay Summers

On whim called and showed up 25 minutes later with a 35 party group. One waitress that worked so hard and made it look effortless. Kitchen was fast and food was good! Appreciate their efforts!
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$20–30
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • A.K. A

We went there March 23rd, after 9 p.m. It was my first time, and I just loved the food and the ambiance. The staff was so nice and helpful. She gave us an extra Mint Chocolate shake. Thank you! The place was clean. Will be coming back again soon.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner

  • Leah Price

Always a treat to eat here. We had a great dinner. The staff were all super friendly and we love their plant based menu choices. I had the Crispy Chicken wrap, my daughter had the nachos and my grandson had the kid sized Mac and cheese. I’m certain we’ll be back soon

  • Enas Abbas

The food is so so delicious, coffee is my favorite there. Try it you will not regret it. Service is great
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$10–20
Recommended dishes
Pancakes, Burrito

  • Elsa Li

Nice breakfast, kids favorite place. The sandwich & curly fries are really yummy.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$30–40
Food: 4
Service: 3
Atmosphere: 4

  • Torr Large

I paid $42 for a breakfast burrito and milkshake. And the burrito was small and relatively flavourless. $22 for chicken strips!!
Price per person
$30–40
Food: 1

  • R Y

Ordered smoke meat platter and breakfast club platter. Great spot to grab a quick meal. They serve all day breakfast which is hard to find in Kanata. Amazing staff!

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