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Dangerous Dan's Diner
Categories: Restaurants Diners Restaurants Burgers Diners, Burgers [Edit]
714 Queen St EToronto, ON M4M 1H2
Neighbourhood: Riverdale
(416) 463-7310
- Hours:
Mon-Sun 12 pm - 12 am
- Good for Kids:
- No
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Street
- Attire:
- Casual
- Good for Groups:
- No
- Price Range:
-
$$
- Takes Reservations:
- No
- Delivery:
- Yes
- Take Away:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Good For:
- Lunch
- Alcohol:
- Beer & Wine Only
- Drive-Thru:
- No
- Noise Level:
- Average
- Ambience:
- Casual
- Has TV:
- No
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
38 reviews for Dangerous Dan's Diner
Review Highlights
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"And I did enjoy the deep fried cookie dough." In 3 reviews -
"We ordered in poutine and burgers, and it was super amazing." In 7 reviews -
"...a regular 8oz burger or Tree Hugger Veggie burger topped to..." In 3 reviews
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38 reviews in English
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Review from Jim S.
3/18/2012
Found this place truly by accident. I made the mistake of not factoring km's vs miles- doh, and set out walking to Home Depot from the hockey hall of fame and missed it was 5 km's not 5 mile maybe is was the new math or the fact I'm from California or the fact that my navi doesn't work here, thank Sprint!
Anyways I ordered the Big Pig big ass burger with peameal and bacon. I am sure i shortened my life by a few years but at 4.5 km's of our walk I thought we deserved it. My partner got the Big Kahuna- back bacon cheese and a pineapple slice. 2 fries and a couple pints steam whistle and flying monkey.
The burger was pretty damn good, big homemade and good taste. Maybe a little greasy but it went down well. The fries were not frozen as some else here said, big wedge kind. And the pints well what can I say cold and good.
The place was cool, I had no problem eating off of a sheet of plywood while sitting on old astrovan seats. The people were straight forward and no BS there.
I recommend it for a fun time and next time I will take cab to Gerrard square. -
Review from Gaelan D.
Toronto, ON
12/30/2011
I live across the street from this place, and it's become my "joint" in a sense.
Dan's has a reputation for being rude, but as long as you sit down first and come up to order when you're ready, I've never seen any problems. While this isn't necessarily clear, the staff almost always points it out before getting rude. If you show up a couple of times and follow their system, they become really friendly .and you gain some kind of "regular" status.
The food is greasy, but that is advertised well in advance. These aren't health burgers and I wouldn't eat them too often, but I've never seen a place that mapped together "greasy burger" and "vegetarian burger" as effectively as the "Double D". I think their highlights are their perogies, fries and onion rings, but their gravy is not vegetarian (in case you care about that) and they sometimes slop it on a little too generously for my liking.
Their beer selection, while small, isn't too bad. They serve coffee from Merchants of Green Earth, and they sell it for pretty cheap. It's too bad they aren't a coffee shop, because I actually enjoy their level of sass now that I've earned their good graces. -
Review from Peter L.
Toronto, ON
12/6/2011 1 Check-in Here
The burgers at the "Double D" as its affectionately known are huge, the toppings greasy and the poutine is ungodly. There is no table service, you must order at the front and if you are new to the system the staff show no mercy. They're a funny group of people but rely on people knowing what they're doing in their restaurant, so if you get turned off by offbeat methods and unintentional rude behavior, you may be turned off by the Double D. The diner has carseats to sit in and is decorated with gaudy yet tasteful paintings and Simpsons memorabilia. The milkshakes are made with loads of ice cream and are very thick (the way I like 'em).
The fries are great, the poutine is even better, made with 100% pure beef gravy and fresh cheese curds. The sandwiches, salads and dinner platters aren't that bad either.
They offer delivery but it takes forever because they receive a lot of delivery orders all the time; you'll notice this as you order to dine in: the guy at the cash (Dan's grandson) will often put you on hold to put a delivery order on hold, then finish your order.
Great hangover food, great drunk food, great high food, but when you're sober you feel like crap after eating here, simply because of the caloric overload. Sometimes the burgers are too well-done or they fall apart altogether, but usually they're pretty good. -
Review from Andre M.
Toronto, ON
3/21/2012 2 photos
Outstanding burgers. I'm sure the 38 people before me have said all there is to know. We had the Kevorkian and the Big Pig. Truly brilliant. Perfect. Live the kitschy decor. The bucket seats with seatbelts were a treat. Two downsides - no Coke and the bathroom is pretty gross. Other than that if you like char roasted burgers, go! Now.
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Review from Lilliane G.
Toronto, ON
10/23/2011
Ugh! I was a friend's place tonight and we decided to order delivery from Dangerous Dan's Diner...WTH were we thinking?
First of all, we ordered 3 burgers, 2 small fries, one Greek salad and a side of gravy. My friends live about 5 minutes' walk from this place and it took over an HOUR for our teeny tiny order to be delivered!
When the food did finally arrived, it was greasy, the meat patty was HUGE and the cheese was disgusting. We all ordered the same burger, the peameal and cheddar burger. My bun was soggy and my fries were cold. The gravy was so thick that the fries actually stood up in the gravy! Blech!
Basically, service was super slow, prices were okay but the food was disgusting...however, it's a burger joint and it's called Dangerous Dan's for a reason. You pays your money, you takes your chances baby! -
Review from Tamarah S.
Scarborough, ON
I can't believe I haven't reviewed this place yet! Great place for burgers. I went here last summer after going to the CNE. Great choice of burgers. The "Elvis" shake is sooo good! There were four of us, we all enjoyed our burgers, you can see them in the pictures I posted! Very casual, I love it. Not a lot of seating, but there wasn't really anyone there when we got there, so it was fine - we got a seat. I will definitely be going back here.
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Review from Weez G.
Toronto, ON
1/28/2012
If you're looking for a hip hangout where tendy people nosh on organic food while working on laptops and attractive waitresses fawn over you, don't eat here.
If you want a big, oozing burger and don't wanna pay extra for ambiance, then this might be the place for you.
The burgers rock. The staff are funny. The location is convenient to the Opera House. The prices are cheap for what you get. What more could a burgervore want in a diner? -
Review from Juliana H.
Toronto, ON
8/21/2011
If you've got a hangover and need greasy "goodness", then head over to the Double D's. Also, if you're blunted, you will be comforted and guided by the recommendations on the menu indicated with a weed leaf (yes intended for humour only, but seriously, are we really kidding?) The Tree Hugger with bacon and cheddar is my go to, but sometimes I feel compelled to order the Elvis. And the onion rings are pretty good if you feel like splurging.
I always feel a little creepy after sitting in the seats there. Couple that with a view of Jilly's and the New Broadview Hotel and the temptation to jump into a vat of Purell is overwhelming. But somehow this is all part of the raw charm of the place. I like the in-your-faceness captured perfectly by the posters displayed in their window, for example "22% of Ontarians are obese. We can do better." The employees are always civil from what I've observed and if they do give attitude, one can easily forgive them considering what they have to deal with at that corner... no disrespect to Queen and Broadview; it's my hood.
Dangerous Dan's, in my humble opinion, is a rite of passage. In a sea of gentrification, I do hope that it remains. I cannot say the same about Jilly's, mind you ; ) -
Review from Brennan S.
Toronto, ON
5/25/2011
If you want greasy food, like, THE BEST greasy food ever, this is the place. Not sure why other reviewers want some sort of gastro pub burger, there's like three on Queen East.
We ordered in poutine and burgers, and it was super amazing! I kind of like that this place is as weird as the good is good! If you want to avoid the attitude, just order in, but the spicy burgers were great, and so were the milkshakes! =D -
Review from Michelle Y.
Toronto, ON
3/28/2011
Something about the minivan carseats at each table always gave me a cause for pause in front of Dangerous Dans. And not in a good way. The thought of butt-warmed velour upholstery didn't jive with the idea of a dribbling gut-busting carnivore fest, potentially smeared all over it. TMI?
I finally got over my OCD qualms this weekend and went with Hobo G. for burgers. I ordered the Kevorkian (because, how can you not) and Hobo G. ordered the mozzarella burger. The burgers were definitely tasty and for that, I give you a solid 2 stars. Sadly, my fried onions and mushrooms were barely touched by the griddle and I'm not a big fan of the almost raw toppings that just ended up falling to the wayside on my plate. The onion rings were cold, although I"m sure would have been excellent fresh out of the fryer. Fries were just okay...kind of flabby, good if you like smothering them with ketchup. Noticed the girl at the table beside me left an entire plate of poutine almost untouched...looked way too soggy.
The service was gruff. Avoid eye contact with the dude at the counter if possible. He yelled at us when he thought we were heading towards a table before it was cleared and told us they wouldn't clean it if we sat down . Whoa, dude. I was just moving out of the way, so that the people coming in wouldn't have to stand out in the cold.
Remain a purist and go for the burgers here, if you can get past the attitude. -
Review from Stefanie L.
Markham, ON
4/17/2011
This place has the absolute worst customer service I've ever experienced. I've eaten here many times because my boyfriend likes the appeal of massive burgers (although he admits they don't even taste that great) but I wouldn't eat here otherwise.
One time I ordered delivery over the phone and the man actually yelled at me and huffed and puffed because I asked him a simple question (I think it was "what comes on the burger?"). I couldn't believe how rude he was. I've seen him yell at the cooks too. One time he screamed at a cook to go buy bananas across the street. The delivery guys are very nice though.
As for the food, the burgers look appealing but really aren't that great. They're usually pretty dry. And the fries are probably the worst fries I've ever had. How can you mess up fries?!?
They do have good milkshakes though. And I did enjoy the deep fried cookie dough. But until the owner becomes polite I'd rather not support that kind of behaviour. -
Review from Erin N.
7/31/2011
Love this place! Found it by accident one evening while looking for a place to get some grub before a show at the Sound Academy (Buckcherry & Papa Roach, 3/2011). Went back again a couple months later before a show at The Koolhaus (5/2011, 30 Seconds to Mars.)
This is a true hole-in-the-wall, the food is unhealthy, but very tasty. I had the chicken sandwich with BBQ sauce both times and a chocolate shake. The chicken is pieces of meat rather than one whole breast, which makes it messy when you add the BBQ, but the smaller pieces allow it to have more flavor because of how much more surface area touching the grill. The milkshakes and thick, and made with real ice cream, delicious. I've had the fries, which are nice, thick steak fries, and the onion rings, which taste great.
I will not get a burger, but that is only because I do not like my burgers cooked anymore than medium, I like it pink on the inside, and in Canada you have to get it medium-well or well. My friend did get a burger though, and he said it was great. He has had the Elvis milk shake (choc, peanut butter, banana) and says it is awesome.
The staff was friendly both times I've been there. No complaints at all. I read someones complaint about the staff, but I've not come across that at Dan's. I've certainly come across it in many other places, regardless of the type of place or how much you pay to eat there.
The decor is hole-in-the-wall, it looks like the kind of place you get a greasy, unhealthy meal. But even with the decor lacking so much, I don't feel it is dirty at all.
If you're hanging out in TO and want to have a nice, greasy meal, this is a great place to go. I will be back again for sure. -
Review from Joshua T.
Toronto, ON
7/30/2011
This brings cheat day to a whole level.
Just ate the Kevorkian burger (kudos to whoever named it) and have seldom been so satisfied. It conquered every craving I could have possibly had prior to eating.
I had an excellent conversation with the woman working and I thought the junkyard-like booths were very cool.
If you go in there with this expectation of a gourmet burger with whole wheat buns and a selection of lean bison and turkey, please do not waste our time with a review.
Go to dans and enjoy every bite! You deserve it. -
Review from Jen W.
Scarborough, ON
10/17/2011
Any burger that is 16 oz, has egg, cheese and whatever else you want on it is a good burger and they have it. It also comes with poutine and a drink....price i think was like 15 bucks....maybe a bit more but sooo worth it. The beer on tap is really good, and the deep fried desserts would make any stoner happy ( or anyone with good taste) for that matter. Yes they have a bit of attitude but if you want to get treated like a princess go somewhere else or just loosen up a little bit. They re not mean by any-means. You will get teased for being a vegetarian, but just go with it they do make decent vegetarian food I hear. Either way check it out, you will leave full and happy.
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Review from Jennifer K.
Markham, ON
10/6/2010 10 photos
Dangerous Dan's Diner for sure is an eating place out of my comfort zone.... Not only it serving meatlover's delight, it is in an area that I seldom frequent.
My friend kept eyeing Jilly's (http://www.yelp.ca/biz...) across the street while waiting for our Quad C to arrive. Yes I read her mind - "It is really what you think it is... you want me to set up an exotic crawl next week??" (maybe more yelpers will come.....)
The Quad C is really a novelty item, good photo op but the meat is so dry and tasteless. It is a challenge to cook that thick a patty to make sure it is safe for consumption so we won't be all waiting in the ER at the end of our food crawl.
Been there! Done it! Took a Photo of that! Case Closed.
Back to my juicy, charcoal marked, human sizes burger.
Oh I hate the poutine, the gravy is so salty... and I barely can taste the potatoes... note: I do love french fries/sweet potato fries. -
Review from Michael W.
Toronto, ON
I had found memories of drinking $10 pitchers on the dirty Astro van seats at Dangerous Dan's before a concert at the Opera House. I returned last week, and it must be true that your memories are better than the reality. It looks like they've picked up some prime new seating from the scrap yard - it's no where near as dirty as I remembered. The food is still as cheap, gigantic, and heart attack inducing as ever. However, it's just not that good. I ordered the pig - a burger topped with cheese, four strips of bacon, and two pieces of peameal bacon. Everything was overcooked, the bacon even burnt, and completely dried out. The burger had such high potential... what a waste. Dangerous Dan's is a great place stop in for a cheap drink before a concert, but I won't be eating there again.
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Review from WaYnE c.
Maple, ON
10/5/2010
I think it was either the Garlicky flavour or what they use in the Burger Patty Seasoning that didn't make the Quadruple C Burger something I enjoyed.
I fully understand that cooking such a massive Meatball makes it virtually impossible to get good char-marks on the Patty, therefore less savouriness ratio to internal bland ground meatiness. At the same time, as a Cook, you have to think of the internal safe temperature of the Meat even at the expense of overcooking which does take some skill to perfect every single time without sending customers to the hospital night in night out. (+0.5 *Star*)
I'm thinking of it in terms of how anyone else would even attempt making such a Meatball Burger feat. Unless you put a few extra spoonfuls of each seasoning in the Patty, it's not possible. 2.5 *Star*
If you add that, the Quad C Burger would even be more DEADLY than what we had. One of the 4 of us would have been sent to the hospital on some kind of overdose. With this in mind, anyone asking for this specialty item is basically knowingly going in to review it sub-par before the Burger is even consumed, myself included.
In comparison though, I still have other Burgers I liked better therefore my reason for my rating. I didn't mind the Dodge Caravan seating that I actually had as a sofa seat in my home way back when, same dirty ghetto style, no joke. Didn't feel like home though, if you were wondering.
Poutine was A-OK reminiscent of my High-school Fries + Gravy days. Decor a bit like Dutch Dreams with all those Cow settings. No waiter/waitress service, just go up and order&pay. Food does get dished out to your table.Listed in: 2.5 **Stars**, Burger Me
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Review from Martin W.
Probably the most honest place in the city. They don't treat you very well and they serve you heart clogging, belly bursting food and don't deny this fact. In fact, they seem to relish in it. Place is run down and the food is not healthy for you, but it damn sure tastes good. Love the burgers here.
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Review from Laz C.
Toronto, ON
3/26/2011
Okay, so I admit that my first mistake was ordering a veggie burger at Double D --obviously not their forte, but hey it's on the menu so they could try to make it good. The truth is, this place had been taunting me to enter for months, so late one night I finally took the plunge.
The veggie burger was, in short, gross. It was really slimy and smelled like it had been fried in beef fat but aside from the rank of beef it was bland with an off-putting texture. Even worse were the fries. I think they may have come from frozen but either way they were cut way too thick so they just crumbled into dry, tasteless potato chunks upon tooth contact. There are few things that annoy me more than diners that pride themselves on greasy food yet cannot make a decent french fry! Determined to make the most of my meal, I requested ketchup and was given a blank stare of indifference before I finally received a bottle fifteen minutes later. I get it that the 'too cool for you' service is all part of the act but c'mon, give a girl some ketchup.
If anything can redeem Dangerous Dan's, it has to be the milkshakes. Get the Elvis, it is damn good. -
Review from Marie K.
12/29/2010
yep. your typical "we don't take shit from anyone and you will like our deliciously fattening burger or get the eff out". in fact, the huge dude at the grill overhead our convo and came out to the table (there's no table service, fyi) just to give my friend shit, telling him to not expect his food b4 the the pretty ladies' foods. LOL. it's like a dirtier version of the revered Vortex in Atlanta, GA. i'm a fan of the prices.
i had the Big Cheese with poutine - i'm a tiny girl, but i do eat a lot... this definitely put me in a happy food coma tho. hah. i'm not one to care about healthy eating when i step into a place like dangerous dan's, and you shouldn't be, either. in fact, the grease mixed with the ultimate dive-y vibe of the place simply put me right at home. i'm a little white-trash on the inside. -
Review from Ben S.
12/15/2010
Ah, Dangerous Dan's. The double-D is kind of a legend in it's own char-grilled mind, what with the ridiculously low-class interior, chairs made out of minivan bench seats and anti-vegetarian slogans scrawled on the walls.
I hit this place for the first time with a couple of friends on a rainy Sunday. We all needed a good burger and Dan's came through!
I had the Big Shroom Burger: a big, nicely falling-apart patty with a whack of saucy sauteed mushrooms (shiitake, button and oyster I think) on top.
Sides are extra here, but the order of fries I got was ample. Some of the fries were basically half a potato! They were solid, starchy, ketchup and vinegar catchers -- good if not anything mind blowing.
My friends enjoyed a mozzarella burger and a Philly cheese-steak, though I was too occupied with my burger to taste theirs. We also were lucky to have the undivided attention of the portly guy in overalls behind the counter (Dan, I am guessing?) who made crude jokes both at and with us.
After we had cleaned our plates "Dan" surprised us by slapping down a deep fried battered banana with ice cream on our table. Free dessert! Ok, so he might have referred to it as his "wang" (maybe this not the place to take Grandma?) but hey, free food is free food. And the banana was actually really good!
Dangerous Dan's is a place that walks the talk from the posters on the wall ("22% of Ontarians are Obese. . . We can do better!) to the crass, funny staff. It's a verite low-brow diner experience but a damn tasty one. If you're not trying to impress anyone, you're not on a diet and you don't want to blow more than $10, I would recommend this place in a heartbeat -- though it could be your last! -
Review from Eric L.
This burger joint is not bad. For the price, it's just right. What people fail to mention in their reviews is that the food is generally not expensive compared to other "Specialty" burger joints.
The burger was all right, but the meat patty fell apart easily and there were too many topping and condiments on it. The small fry was actually pretty huge, I could only finish half of it. I only tried this place out because co-workers said it was to die for. Unfortunately I disagree.
It feels kind of dirty inside. The seats in the place are old car seats and they are pretty dirty and worn out. The floor is full of dirt and the place looks like it was built and decorated 50 years ago.
3.5 Stars because it was tasty, but too many knocks overall. -
Review from Adriano A.
Toronto, ON
8/30/2010 1 Check-in Here
When I was at another newer burger joint just up Queen, I eavesdropped in on a conversation between the owner and a patron. He was saying how it was just an honour to be included in the same article as Dangerous Dan's. Considering how good the burger I had there was, and how much respect he had for DD, I figured it must be incredible.
Sadly, it didn't live up to that hype. The burger I ordered was pretty good. I got the Greek burger. The beef itself had some pretty good flavor, even when it was falling apart back onto my plate. What wasn't as good was the way I felt the rest of the night.
It wasn't just me, but I can only speak for myself. I did not feel good. The burger did not warrant the way I felt the rest of the night. I do not have a weak stomach either. I can eat burritos and burgers by the truck load and laugh it off, but something didn't sit right with this burger.
It was decent and had I not felt sick afterward, I may have returned. I don't think that'll happen now. -
Review from Elliott M.
Toronto, ON
12/30/2009
This review is for a chicken sandwich. Just that, nothing else.
Completely obscene. Spongy, unseasoned meat, mealy green tomatoes, flaccid strips of grey-coloured bacon, all topped off with a congealing snotball of processed mozzarella. Unpleasant. More prank than meal.
Defenders will call it "simple food", "diner food", "greasy eats", and so on. I wouldn't, because I like those things. What we're discussing here is "bad" food. These are bad versions of otherwise reputable classics. Burgers can be great, grilled chicken on a bun can be great. Just not when described as above.
I emphasize this point to disarm those who would goad that any criticism must be rooted in fat phobia. Bullshit. If you're going to "clog your arteries" (an exhausted cliché), do it with class. Butter, duck confit, Greek yogurt. To gain weight from a menu so mishandled would be wasted self-abuse.
I suspect a lot of folks like to play up the "danger" in Dangerous Dan's because they want notoriety for eating so extreme. In that case: why not chug a glass of melted lard? Seriously. If it's such a sport to you. Why even bother with novelty? Or bread? Call up your buddy Craig and try to poison yourselves. Swallow pig fat together.
I don't know. It was just a chicken sandwich, didn't cost me much. You'd be correct in pointing out I haven't tasted any competing items. But I have certainly seen them, at other tables, and frankly felt no envy. Same sad toppings, just crammed in with different meats. Understand my mind was closed by this point.
But maybe it's all incredible, I don't know. I'm doing two stars because the fries looked alright. And the staff were nice, despite what they brought me.
It doesn't have to be this way. Reading the card, there's plenty that sounds appetizing (however absurd). Montreal's Au Pied De Cochon is similar in spirit, but the difference is that it's a good meal, not an experiment.
If I sound heartbroken, it's for obvious reasons: lost potential. I like the decor, I like the gentle surliness. I was simply expecting better food. If I owned it, I'd change nothing but what's in the fridge. I don't want my burger joint looking like a jewelery store.
Again, this is not about healthiness. Be indulgent, be obese. But why not be selective? If you're gonna go up four sizes, might as well fill them with the coolest things.
Anyways. -
Review from Keith B.
11/11/2009 1 photo
I walked by Dan's this weekend and was drawn in by the promise of a $5, one pound burrito. To be honest, the place looked pretty dirty from the outside so I wasn't expecting much - I had never heard of Dangerous Dans but thought if the outside looked so crappy, the food had to be good.
Once I got inside, I was pretty wowed by the menu. There is a wide selection of burgers, sandwiches, etc all with various combination of heart stopping deep fried ingredients. I quickly got over my initial burrito lust and chose "the kevorkian" - a burger smothered with fried onions, pickles, mushrooms, cheese and some sort of mayo. It was pretty delicious. As someone else mentioned the burger was indeed a bit over done, but again, I wasn't expecting much.
I was pleasantly surprised by the staff here. The man who took our order kinda looked like he belonged in a bike gang but was very polite and pleasant to chat to.
They also have a variety of deserts including a deep fried mars bar. I have no desire to eat a deep fried mars bar, but if I did, I would definitely come here to try it.
They are also licensed! -
Review from Jenny T.
2/10/2010
Call me a princess, but Dangerous Dan's car seats make me feel really dirty... I know they're trying to go for a certain feel, but I just feel like I need to run home and take a shower. The food was good, the portion was huge but it wasn't anything memorable... all I can think of was how dirty I felt sitting in this car seat pulled up awkwardly to a dining table.
I also ordered for delivery from Dangerous Dan's once and I hated it, the person who picked up the phone was really rude, I felt rushed and he didn't even bother to confirm the order. I ordered 2 entrees and they completely missed one... and then added a pop to the order and charged me for it. My coworker paid for it because I was busy so I didn't notice until after the delivery person left.
When I called them back, they refused to apologize or offer anything to rectify the situation. They told me that was what I ordered, period, end of discussion. I will never order delivery from them ever again.
2 stars, because I'm lenient and their food isn't bad. I might give them a chance again if I was in the area - I'd do take-out though. -
Review from jd d.
2/6/2009
Ok. First of all. It's Dangerous Dan's...the place where ALL CANADIANS who want to be healthy digress. The place is nasty, the ambiance is gross (car seats and murky aroma), and the place can only hold so much people.
So why the four stars? Why not give it a 3? Why not give it a 2? Heck, why not GIVE IT A 1? Because THEY SERVE THE EFFING QUAD C YOU WHORES!!!
Sadly, I made a pilgrimage here because me and my cousin were so tired of things to eat and we wanted to venture to something "beyond" (i guess) that was around oh so happy T-O. Low n Behold, he found this place. He also gave proof of videos plus articles to what this place serves. I had to come. A Burger that you can't even BITE INTO? Cmon, You've gotta take a stab at that!
It was a cold Wednesday I believe, and we took out our 30 or so dollars to purchase the QUAD C combo. Lets just get to the point...
The burger, is a gi-normus meatball with eggs (2 of them), bacon (1/2lb), Cheese (1/2lb), and other fixins. I might get my measurements wrong because this beast gave me the biggest food coma ever...
I just like to say that I tried it. I'm a fan yes. But I don't know if I'll ever see myself coming back here again. I just can't whip out that much money on something that I can't even finish.
So this place ain't no http://www.heartattack... that is found in Arizona. It probably mirrors it in some way, but I wouldn't know. The stuff that heart attack grill serves is just as bad as D D's.
Anyways. If you ever order the burger, EAT it ASAP. That's when it tastes the best. It's something you GOTTA TRY even though its a F*****kin burger. -
Review from Nicholas F.
Toronto, ON
5/13/2009
One thing comes to mind when i think about DD's.... truck stop! Their food is simple. Mostly burgers and fries... that can come in unbelievable portions... see the Quadruple C, ala the simpsons. All their seats are taken from old cars, their walls are lined with photos of patrons through the years, and the staff has an attitude to match.
If you are looking for something different than the chique new burger joints that seem to sprout up daily in toronto go check it out... -
Review from Phillip Jessie j.
Toronto, ON
7/17/2011
one time while walking by I heard
"he didn't tip you? you should go back there and beat the shit out of him"
that pretty much sums up the personality of this place, very easy going and very "if you don't like it, leave".
I ate here a few times, Big kahuna burger every time. Don't expect any manners with your meal (I'm not complaining, that's how they are) but it should be a tasty massive greasy burger, that's what dangerous dans does and they don't try to hide anything, you have to respect that.
They aren't really my thing but wow, they make some crazy shit here. -
Review from Erwin M.
8/1/2010
Anytime I try to search for a Toronto best burger list, this place always comes up. The reviews were never high enough for me to actually make an effort to go so when I wandered into the area by accident, I just had to try it. My expectations were never really that high.
When a place brags about being really unhealthy I expect awesome. It was not, at all! I tried the kevorkian and the big cheese, half of each of course. While the idea is there, the execution needs work. The burger had no char in it, the cheese could have been melted, the bread could have been toasted, etc instead, I got a sandwich that looked like it was assembled by someone at gunpoint who just had 30 seconds to do it. Let me note that only two tables were occupied at that time.
In summary, mediocre burgers not to mention the place was a pigsty. The only thing going for it is that the prices are pretty decent. 7$ a burger isn't bad. -
Review from Alvin V.
Toronto, ON
11/7/2010
While I'll admit that this review is not necessarily based on a recent visit to this diner but rather an account of accumulated visits. It still is in my opinion an accurate depiction of what to expect/appreciate about this long time establishment.
This place is a greasy spoon at it's finest. This statement is beyond contestation. The moment you walk in, your senses are drenched with a plethora of scents pertaining to oiliness, fries, and anything you can fathom that a greasy spoon diner would have so get ready. Keep this in mind because your clothes will also be absorb those smells.
Decor:
Greasy Spoon Diner...enough said...the room's walls are laced with different types of memorabilia / photos that make you feel nostalgic. I believe they may have done a few interior modifications during the times I've visited but one thing I recalled was the usage of old car seats as the benches for the larger tables (by large, I mean you could fit 4-6 at most).
The Kitchen is in full view (which is probably the reason why your sensory experience is overloaded with those smells I was talking about.)
As long as you know full well that this is a greasy spoon, your intention should really be coming for the food so decor shouldn't play a huge factor. Bottom line, it was good enough for me.
Food:
This is what it's all about. Over the course of my visits, I've made it an effort to try different dishes. Let's clarify this though; I've only been to this place 3-4 times. Anymore, I'd be having my own "coronary" (in reference to a burger they named)..*insert cheesy laughter*
I'm not sure what I was reading to discover this burger but it was the Coronary Burger that caught my eye. I'm sure most of you know what this is by now if you've heard of Dangerous Dan's but for the uninformed, it's 2 8oz Patties, 4 Slices of Bacon, 2 Slices of Cheddar and a Fried Egg on top. And you get Fries and Gravy, Can of Pop and Mayo as a garnish. It's crazy I know but I loved willingness to really push the boundaries on food choices. Health is important I know, but sometimes you need to live a little.
So the first time I went, I ordered that...and shared it...because I'm not crazy. I was also in training so this was already a cheat.
I won't say that it was an amazing burger, but because of it's creativity (or fattyness), I enjoyed every minute of it.
On other occasions I've ordered the Bronto Beef Ribs that were quite huge. (almost the length of my forearm!) They have a lot of other unique sandwiches and burgers that will never be replicated anywhere else and for that level of creativity and novelty I give the rating. Though it would have been higher if it wasn't for the service.
Service:
You can only expect a certain level of politeness at greasy spoons. Most of the time people who go to these joints are regulars and they're all friends. Sometimes when new comers come in, they feel a bit out of place. It's kind of the culture that's been established in this restaurant typology in my opinion.
But one of the main things that really got to me were the comments made by the chef to me. I know he was joking but he commented on how I wasn't a man for sharing that darned huge burger. I also had just finished a training run and was wearing a bit more tight fitting athletic apparel so he mocked that too. See what I mean about feeling out of place as a newcomer? If I had been a regular, those jokes would be permissible because I would have developed a relationship with the chef, but in this case, I was a bit caught off guard. I know those snarky remarks were just being playful or fun but I'm a big boy and i also acknowledge the culture of these restaurants.
On a side note though, restaurants, no matter what class, should put service high on their priority list. I hate restaurants that think they can treat customers any way they want because they're already established or famous enough that it doesn't matter.
Overall:
Despite everything, this is a great restaurant for fun times with friends and to try something new. Just remember these things:
1)wear ghetto clothing
2)"man" up and order your own food (thou shalt not share)
I'd still go there again!
P.S. Did you know there's an even COOLER (fatter) burger Dangerous Dan's has!?!? Well for your viewing pleasure, one of my friends dared to eat it. Enjoy!
http://www.youtube.com... -
Review from Caitlin L.
Toronto, ON
8/22/2008
What can you say about Dangerous Dan's....
Situated across the street from Jilly's, the location is a little less desirable and the exterior looks a little shady. The food makes up for what the location lacks. The staff behind the counter are always friendly and they serve up burger's for everyone - from the humongous 24oz Homeburger (also served with chunky fries) to a regular 8oz burger or Tree Hugger Veggie burger topped to your liking. You are sure to find something that will please you. -
Review from Holly M.
Toronto, ON
1/11/2011
I just had my wisdom teeth out on December 16, so if you've ever had that, you know there isn't really much you can eat. My boyfriend, who knew I was pretty much useless in the food department, bought himself dinner from the D, and got me a milkshake. Seemed reasonable. OH MY GOD. I don't think anything has ever tasted so good to me. The milkshake was more of a creamy delicious milk, not so much a milkshake, but I thought it was absolutely perfect. A couple days later my parents were down, and I was told I should try to eat some "hard" food. So, I suggested the D. I was desperately craving the milkshake. My mom got the Philly cheesesteak sandwhich, my dad got something yummy looking (completely forgot though) and I got fries with gravy, and of course, my milkshake. I tried some of the philly cheesesteak, and it was absolutely delicious. So messy it reminded me of a sloppy joe, but the onions were sauteed beautifully, the steak was nice and tender, and the sauce was to die for. The fries were very obviously home-made and freshly cooked. The gravy was something that was probably made with the drippings from the steak they cooked, and was also delicious. No one had any complaints, and they would both go back.
Since then, I've returned numerous times, only ever ordering the Philly Cheesesteak sans mushrooms, fries with gravy, and a milkshake. In all honesty, that milkshake is probably the number one reason I keep going back.
I would definitely suggest this to anyone, reasonable menu. The prices seem a bit high, but all in all I guess worth the price for "home-made" food. It's not like there's so much left over that it's good for two meals, but almost like a higher quality McDonalds I guess.
All in all, good restaurant, have only ordered delivery, so I've never actually been in the place before, but I have never ordered anything different in the 5+ times I've ordered from here. Definitely worth a visit. -
Review from Mitch S.
Toronto, ON
4/29/2011 1 Check-in Here
With the plethora of burger places in Toronto, I feel I can never eat the same burger back to back! Overall, Dangerous Dan's makes a decent burger, but it's way too greasy. No ones wants to feel like a nap right after a burger! Positives: kitchy cool atmosphere and decent beer on tap.
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Review from Neville R.
Toronto, ON
4/11/2010
What's to say about Dangerous Dan's Diner? How about this place is better than McDonald's, and then some!
I always order take out from here (yes, they do deliver!), and when I do I order the basic burger with large onion rings. This place doesn't disappoint on the burger or the rings-both are big, and taste great. I don't care if they season the meat or not, it's a big burger, and that's enough for me. I haven't ordered any of the other stuff on the menu, but the next time, I think that I will order maybe the Greek Burger or any of the sandwiches, just for variety. The take out order guy is rude, but I've learned to live with it, as the food and the decor is great. Come here or order from here, and you'll never order pizza ever again-I know that I won't. -
Review from Kat T.
5/13/2009
I'm a vegetarian, so I can't review the meat burgers, aside from the fact that it's an old fashioned diner and the burgers are made on a grill behind the counter. The poutine is what I came here for. Of course, if you are going to Dangerous Dan's you have to go all the way. Crunchy, cheesy and smothered in gravy- it's pretty much what you would expect. The Tree hugger burger is better than some, not as good as others. I felt like I was driving my old Plymouth Voyager captain chair as I ate.
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Review from Andrew S.
Toronto, ON
7/21/2009
To me, Dangerous Dan's is kind of like Transformers: one of those critic-proof entities that everyone is going to go to, regardless of whether or not it's actually any good.
So what can you say about a place like that? DD is not friendly, comfortable, or even a really good diner. But the sandwiches and burgers are decent, the fries and salads pretty solid.
It's certainly a Toronto institution, and it's been called the most unhealthy restaurant in the city. So it's worth checking out if only to see what all the fuss is about -- just like Transformers.
Mostly, what DD has going for it is that it's there. Sometimes, that's enough. In this case, it's enough for a three-star review. -
Review from Chris E.
Milton, ON
2/4/2010
Dangerous Dan's is one of those Toronto institutions that you just need to go to at least once to say that you've eaten there. It's on a part of Queen Street that hasn't quite been gentrified yet but, honestly, that's essential for your Dangerous Dan's experience. If I had to pick one word to describe "The Double D" it would have to be "grimy" but I honestly mean that in the most endearing way possible. The outside of the diner is weather-beaten and portions of the signage are almost unreadable. Inside, all of the seats are old van bench seats and captain's chairs, which I'd like to think are from the former daily drivers of the owner and staff, covered in slightly cleaner fabric. To dust off an old Rodney Dangerfield chestnut, the gimmick at Dangerous Dan's can be summed up as "the food ain't great but the portions are terrific!" The menu boasts hamburgers of increasingly obscene size with names like "The Elvis" (a burger with peanut butter, fried banana, and bacon) and "The Collosal Colon Clogger" (the ultimate in gluttony boasting a quarter pound of cheese, a quarter pound of bacon, and two fried eggs on a 24 oz patty). The first time I ate here I played it safe and ordered one of the more modestly-sized hamburgers. It was a thick patty on a fresh bun with intentionally thickly cut toppings. I'm not exaggerating when I say that I had half of a tomato on my burger. While the quantity of food was more than ample and reasonably priced, the hamburger itself was bland. I tasted no seasoning at all and was essentially eating a big pile of ground beef. The next time I went I had their chicken fingers on the advice of a friend. Despite their reputation for their burgers I have to say that their chicken fingers are a far superior meal. I couldn't tell if these had been made on site or cooked from frozen but they tasted fresh and were of non-uniform enough shape that I'd believe they were made to order. As I stated earlier, Dangerous Dan's is just one of those places you have to go to at least once. Between the food, the ambience, and the gruff demeanor of the staff it's a truly unique experience.
