Einstein's Cafe
269 Reviews
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- Wednesday11:30 AM–2 PM, 5–8 PM
- Thursday11:30 AM–2 PM, 5–9 PM
- Friday11:30 AM–2 PM, 5–9 PM
- Saturday5–9 PM
- SundayClosed
- MondayClosed
- Tuesday11:30 AM–2 PM, 5–8 PM
About the Business
Cozy café serving homemade meals | Einstein's Cafe | Guelph | Einstein's Café serves delicious, homemade lunches & dinners. We offer a full liquor menu, locally brewed beers and locally-roasted coffee. Stop in for a fresh coffee and a light snack, stay for a home-cooked meal, or order a delicious meal to-go with the option of using Friendlier containers.
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Call Us
+15198226742
2 Grant St, Guelph, ON N1H 4C3
Hours
- Wednesday11:30 AM–2 PM, 5–8 PM
- Thursday11:30 AM–2 PM, 5–9 PM
- Friday11:30 AM–2 PM, 5–9 PM
- Saturday5–9 PM
- SundayClosed
- MondayClosed
- Tuesday11:30 AM–2 PM, 5–8 PM
Features
- Delivery
- Wheelchair-accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
- Curbside pickup
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible washroom
- Healthy options
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Washroom
- Casual
- Cozy
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Accepts reservations
- Cash-only
- Vegan options
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Wine
- Breakfast
- Bar on-site
- Outdoor seating
- Organic dishes
- Fireplace
Recommended Reviews
Beth Voisin
12.10.2023
Einstein's Cafe
Food was amazing. They have the best garden salad I've had with a house dressing. Prime rib was melt in your mouth. Salmon was cooked perfect and ended up having 2 pieces. Ended meal with creme brulee. Will definitely be eating there again.
Shelley D
05.10.2023
Einstein's Cafe
Checked this place out based on reviews. Sadly we were disappointed. While the food was great the atmosphere was odd. You enter immediately into the dining area which created some confusion for new patrons and also a cold dining room for those eating. There was no sign stating 'wait to be seated' which made you feel you were entering through the wrong door. We had to look around for a staff member.Our server was extremely slow. We were given menus promptly but not offered beverages or told the specials until we were asked if we were ready to order.Perhaps it was an off day for the staff but I wouldn't recommend this location if you are looking for a cozy lunch.
Alia
04.10.2023
Einstein's Cafe
Wonderful food, service, and ambiance. First time here despite living in Guelph for decades and so happy I chose Einsteins. The portions were big and the food is fresh and absolutely delicious. Our server was kind and patient and made us feel at home. Looking forward to the next visit.
Stephanie Lam
05.08.2023
Einstein's Cafe
A cozy atmosphere with great service and food. We even got complimentary cookies (still warm from the oven) because our server overheard that it was my birthday :)Ordering ‘Einstein’s creation’ was also a lot of fun since you don’t know what the chef will be making for you and it’s always amazing and memorable!We will be coming back here again!
Karan MB
03.08.2023
Einstein's Cafe
My husband and I are foodies and know all the best places to eat and Einsteins is one of those places. It’s one of the best places to eat in Guelph. After having a horrible experience at McCabe’s last week, it reminded me that I meant to write my review about Einsteins. We took our daughter and her boyfriend for dinner 2 weeks ago for a celebration and as always, amazing food, and service. The prices are really reasonable especially when you get the amazing quality of food. We enjoyed the Cajun rounds to start and the sweet potato quesadillas and chicken quesadillas and vegetarian quesadillas, all were delicious. We also enjoyed two bottles of wine at a reasonable price. Thank you for the great service and experience.
Amber Weimer
23.07.2023
Einstein's Cafe
I really wanted to like this place, I have never been and I was excited because of the reviews. Unfortunately, the customer service was not great. The server was very rude from the get go. They came up to us at the door and gave us a seat right next to the door, we asked if there were any other tables (as we have never been before and we didn’t know if there was more space than the main room, I still don’t know if there is lol) and she said “Nope that’s it” in a standoffish tone. We said alright now worries, just wondering. We sat down and noticed there were no drinks listed on the menu or a drink list. When she came back for our drink order we asked if there was a drink menu. From there she, very irritably, went behind a table and grabbed a chalkboard wine list (only bottles) off the wall and then she went off to get the beer menu. 10 minutes later comes with a very large chalkboard menu and holds it, we’re obviously annoying her as she’s making it very clear. We both ordered a beer and she grumpily says “So you’re both ordering beers, why did you make me grab the wine list?!” We said we didn’t know it was right there and we didn’t want to get a bottle of wine. The beer menu wasn’t even in the room and we have never been before”, We starting to feel so sorry and so anxious at this point to piss her off. We order the food without and issue, she was just annoyed with us. Food was good!! I work in the service industry and know that it is stressful and sometimes long days, but that was seriously the worst customer service I have ever had. I wanted to leave cash and just leave without the food because I was anxious for her to come back.Food was good but wouldn’t go back
Kevin Smith
22.07.2023
Einstein's Cafe
Great quality of food! They even have an experiment dinner, which is a chef's surprise! For me it was a pleasant surprise!
Tammy Reynen
21.07.2023
Einstein's Cafe
Definitely one of Guelphs hidden little gems!!!! Attended New Years Eve and it is a quaint relaxing atmosphere!!! Food was amazing had Prime rib dinner!! So.. Good!!! Yummy!!Staff was just lovely!!! Will definitely go back and recommend !! Not a fast food restaurant so expect to enjoy this food.It's downtown Guelph, but away from all the main streets!! Which I love!!!
Charlene Dwyer
21.07.2023
Einstein's Cafe
We were so looking forward to eating at this establishment but I have to say, it was disappointing. First off, the chair I had to sit in was broken and I almost landed on the concrete patio. We asked about the wine list which wasn't listed anywhere and then asked about the size of the glass of wine being offered, after that the chalk board was brought out with the wines listed, per glass and bottle, it would have been cheaper to order a bottle, the per glass size was paltry. Our friend asked about the special that was mentioned and if the Steak was Tender Loin or not. The server was very rude to us pretty much all through our time there, we were told pretty much you get what you are served and whatever the Chef decides to create"
Peter Bartz
19.07.2023
Einstein's Cafe
Services 2/10Food 7/10Portion sizes 10/10Patio 10/10I couldn't believe how rude our server was to us (and to other guests).We waited too long to have our order taken, and asked another server to grab our waitress. She arrived and said what
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2 Grant St, Guelph, ON N1H 4C3
Einstein's Cafe