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The Red Wagon
Pancakes
Mentioned repeatedly as thick, fluffy with crispy edges, buttery, addictive, and the best among several dishes. Served with real maple syrup and highly enjoyed by many reviewers for both breakfast and dinner.
Eggs Benny (Eggs Benedict)
Frequently praised for being delicious, with special mentions of versions like pulled pork eggs beny on cornbread and salmon egg benny. Reviewers appreciated the flavor and quality, calling it one of the best they have had.
Smoked Salmon Scramble / Wild Smoked Salmon, Goat Cheese and Arugula Omelette
Recommended as a go-to dish for some visitors, noted for its flavorfulness and fluffiness. Smoked salmon is highlighted as a popular breakfast choice.
Fried Chicken Mac and Cheese Special
Described as 'to die for' and part of the special menu, highly praised for dinner, indicating it is a standout dish.
Burgers (Wagon Burger, Cheeseburger special, Fish Burger)
Multiple mentions of burgers being delicious and well-liked by diners, with added praise for the freshness, quality, and size. The cheeseburger with egg and the fish burger were also noted as excellent.
Tomato Soup / Roasted Tomato Soup
Frequently mentioned as great, surprisingly flavorful with a smoky taste, and a regular craving for some reviewers, especially at breakfast.
Pork Belly Breakfast Plate
Praised for excellent presentation and taste, with the pork belly described as excellent and crispy.
Bacon
Noted as thick, smoky, cooked to perfection, and especially good, often paired with breakfast dishes.
Hours
| Monday | 9 AM to 2:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9 AM to 9 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM to 9 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM to 10 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM to 10 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM to 10 PM |
| Sunday | 9 AM to 2:30 PM |
About The Red Wagon
Hip local diner with an all-day menu of inventive comfort-food classics plus cocktails & beer.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Sports
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Happy hour food
- Hard liquor
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
Planning
- Usually a wait
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked questions
What is The Red Wagon known for?
The Red Wagon is best known for its pancakes and pork belly dishes, especially the thick, fluffy pancakes and the pork belly breakfast plates that come up repeatedly in reviews. People also mention the pulled pork pancakes and cornbread as standout comfort-food items, with many saying the food is worth the wait.
What dishes are most recommended at The Red Wagon?
Reviewers most often recommend the pancakes, smoked salmon scramble, pulled pork pancakes, and pork belly dishes, plus the roasted tomato soup and fish burger. Other frequently praised items include the goat cheese salad with grilled steelhead salmon, steak frites, and the cornbread-based pulled pork eggs benny.
What is the atmosphere like at The Red Wagon?
The atmosphere is casual, cozy, and trendy, with a diner-like feel that works well for breakfast meetups, family meals, groups, and solo dining. Reviews describe it as clean and welcoming, but also busy, with lineups that move quickly and a bar area plus outdoor seating available.
Is The Red Wagon good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is CA$20 to 30, and reviewers often say the portions are large and the prices are economical for the quality. People specifically mention leaving with leftovers and feeling that dishes like pancakes, kids’ meals, and dinner plates offer strong value.
How busy does The Red Wagon get, and is it worth the wait?
It is known for having a wait, especially for brunch and breakfast, and reviews mention lineups out the door and about 20 minutes outside before getting a table. Even so, people say the line moves fast and the food, especially the pancakes and breakfast plates, makes the wait worthwhile.
Is parking available at The Red Wagon?
Yes. Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does The Red Wagon have vegetarian options?
Yes, The Red Wagon offers vegan options.
Is The Red Wagon kid-friendly?
Yes, The Red Wagon is good for kids.
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