We cover a broad range of eating options for M Living Dining Out reviews, from ethnic spots to fine dining locales. But, Toledo also has some excellent restaurants with good and familiar food. It is a good feeling to stop into a place where the experience is consistent and the wait staff and ownership recognize you while serving up quality food at reasonable prices.
Here is a look at two Toledo area locations that provide a good value, a friendly environment and consistent quality.
Classic Cafe
6742 Sylvania Ave
419-882-3465
Open 8 am to 7:30 pm Tues thru Fri; 8 am to 2 pm Sat and Sun; Closed Monday
This Café, owned by three sisters, just celebrated 30 years in business! With a friendly greeting for everyone walking through the door, this no-nonsense, functional dining space serves a variety with daily specials. Try the Oriental Chicken Salad or one of the heartier dishes like spaghetti and meatballs or the breaded cod dinner. The menu features all day breakfast as well as other staples like salads, sandwiches, and full meals.
The sisters, Vicki, Jenny and Mary, are cheerful and talkative while watching over the operation. Joking with customers, and even occasionally breaking into song, is to be expected from the welcoming staff. At Classic Café, you will feel like family and enjoy well prepared food at reasonable prices.
Uncle John’s
Gateway Plaza
1440 Secor Rd. Ste R
Corner of Secor and Dorr
Open daily 7 am to 3 pm
419-536-9442
After pleasing diners for 60 years at Secor near Central, Sal Tubeilah, Uncle John’s owner for the last 15 years, moved to this location in 2023, stated, “We have had very positive feedback and retained a lot of our customers and gathered new ones as well!” With a similar menu and the same friendly service, this eatery provides a menu of breakfast items, with a number of omelets, crepes and even eggs Benedict. Lunch items include sandwiches, salads and wraps and rotating daily specials, as well as an “all you can eat” pancake option. Try “John’s potatoes” — home fries with chopped green pepper, onion and cheese!
The old time feel (but updated) glows from stained glass light fixtures and vintage photos lining the walls, with booths and tables throughout the dining area. Gathering rooms are available for meetings or events and the Little People’s Menu has great choices for grandchildren.
