Gale's Snack Bar

I had walked past this place a million times thinking it was a closed down convenience store before finding out it's a quaint little snack diner that's frozen in time, including it's prices. The floors are crooked and the booth's benches give a little when you sit down. And you get the feeling that you are now part of history having sat in the exact seat as someone else 50 years ago. I don't think anything has changed in this place since it opened. That's what give it it's charm and character. Try the milkshakes you can't afford not to!

Pretty grimy old greasy spoon, with tiles missing from the floor, cracked seats, and a pile of dirty dishes at the end of the counter. Food is very basic - white wonderbread sandwiches. The plus is that everything is insanely cheap and reasonably priced for what it is. Service is incredibly slow, with only one person working the entire place (she was too busy to make me a milkshake when I went). On the bright side, the server is really friendly and professional. Go if you have a soft spot for authentic vintage diners, skip if cleanliness or fast service are your priorities.

Prices from the 80, super friendly.

Good food at great prices and a trip back in time.

Great prices, good food. Service can be slow.

Best prices in town, a must go for all east enders. Represents the disappearing Toronto diner. This is like stepping into the past and I absolutely love the nostalgia of it. How many places like Gale's are left in Toronto? It may even be the last of its kind.Great service, atmosphere and yummy food.

Eda, the current owner, runs the place like a charm. A true gem of old Toronto.

FANTASTICA !!! How can you not love a placethat serves a hot chicken sandwich for 4.75

Dirt cheap, home style good food! A relic of the past that must be preserved for future generations to witness a pre-instagram friendly dining experience!

Always good at it Gale's. The price is right for sure!

Trip back to the 70's don't expect too much just loads of charm

soooooooo good cheap cheap cheap awesome food.

Good food, good service and reasonable prices

I love this homey place. The owner is sweet, kind, personable & easygoing. It is close to me & the prices are perfect. The portions are hearty too. I highly recommend this place.

Amazing value, see those low prices! Big portions and super friendly staff. Highly recommended.