John's Restaurant
John's Restaurant is a family-run diner in Sarnia, Ontario, operating for over 60 years and known for bacon-forward and Greek-influenced comfort food; they serve breakfast, lunch and dinner with dine-in and takeout, rotating seasonal and holiday menus, weekly features (Taco Tuesday, Hot Turkey Mondays, Wednesday Rib Night), event nights (Prime Rib, Thanksgiving/Christmas/New Year), merchandise (vinyl stickers, Bacon Bucks), community gatherings (retiree breakfasts, live-music nights) and occasional part-time hospitality hires.
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Last updated on Feb 6th, 2026
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30 Days of Corned Beef
John's Restaurant is running 30 Days of Corned Beef with three breakfast features: Corned Beef Skillet, Corned Beef Benny, and Corned Beef Benedict. The announcement teases savory morning options and uses the hashtag #famousbacon; no prices or hours are listed so contact the restaurant or check its channels for details.
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Birthday celebration announcement
On March 4, 2026 John's Restaurant posted that Tassia celebrated her birthday there with close friends, calling out a signature vibe with hashtags like famousbacon and ontariosbluecoast. The brief social note is a good indicator this is a cozy spot for small group celebrations, contact the restaurant for reservations and menu details.
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Promoted menu items and value specials
John's Restaurant in Sarnia is pushing midweek family friendly specials including Homestyle Meatloaf with house gravy, a Three course Rib Dinner for $18.99, and a 30 day Corned Beef specials run. The post also promotes an $18 Value menu available Monday through Thursday, making it an attractive budget friendly option for families and weekday diners.
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Wednesday family menu and limited-time specials
John's Restaurant is promoting a Wednesday family menu in Sarnia with homestyle options like Homestyle Meatloaf with house gravy, plus a Three course Rib Dinner for $18.99. The post also advertises a 30 day Corned Beef Specials run and an $18 value menu available Monday through Thursday.
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Friday Seafood Features
John's Restaurant posted Friday Seafood Features on 2026-02-27 listing Lake Perch, Lake Pickerel, Fish and Chips, Fish Tacos, Lemon Haddock, Shrimp Stir Fry, and Fried Shrimp. The source includes local tags like Sarnia and Lambton County, but does not list prices or hours, so call the restaurant or check their website for availability and reservations.
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30 Days of Corned Beef and Weekend Features
John's Restaurant announces 30 Days of Corned Beef and Cabbage plus weekend features like cabbage rolls, roast turkey with pumpkin pie, pot roast, lake perch, and a steak sandwich. Menu lines in the original announcement list explicit prices such as Corned Beef and Cabbage for 19.99 and Roast Turkey for 24.99, and note that entrees include soup or salad and dessert. Contact the restaurant for hours and the full promotion window.
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03 Club breakfast tradition
The 03 Club is a long running biweekly breakfast tradition organized by Dow maintenance retirees and held at John's Restaurant. The source says it was organized in 2003 and also describes "32 years of breakfasts," a contradiction since 2003 to 2026 spans 23 years; the group meets twice a month at the restaurant as a local routine of shared mornings.
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Roast Turkey Meal
John's Restaurant lists a Roast Turkey meal that includes oven roasted turkey, dressing, a vegetable, a choice of potato, and pumpkin pie for $24.99. The menu entry was published on 2026-02-12 and shows the full plate components and price, but no availability dates are provided.
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Valentine's Day Specials
John's Restaurant is offering Valentine's Day Specials on February 14 with dinners that include a choice of soup or salad and dessert options such as pudding, jell o, or rice pudding, plus the option to upgrade to Cheesecake or Pie. The full John's menu is also available and reservations are accepted while walk ins are welcome; no contact details were provided in the source.
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PRIME RIB
John's Restaurant lists PRIME RIB as a featured menu item served with asparagus and your choice of potato or rice for $31.99. The listing and price come from the restaurant menu entry and no further ordering details or contact information are provided in the source.
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Lake Erie Lemon Pickerel
John's Restaurant is featuring the Lake Erie Lemon Pickerel, a pan fried lake pickerel filet with a light lemon dusting, served with asparagus and your choice of potato or rice. The menu lists the entree at $23.99, a straightforward seafood option for dinner or a casual night out.
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Surf & Turf
John's Restaurant is featuring Surf & Turf, an entree that pairs an 8 OZ. striploin with a grilled shrimp skewer, priced at 29.99. The menu note was published by the restaurant on 2026-02-12, making this a clear choice for diners who want both steak and seafood in one entree.
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Valentine's Day Menu at John's Restaurant
Join John's Restaurant for a special Valentine's Day menu featuring a variety of delicious dishes, perfect for a romantic celebration!
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John's Wednesday Specials
Join John's Restaurant for their Wednesday Specials featuring a variety of delicious meals, including Homestyle Meatloaf and BBQ Chicken Dinner, all served with soup or salad and dessert.
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Long-standing Comedy Group at John's
Join the long-standing comedy group at John's Restaurant for a morning filled with laughter and good times, celebrating over 20 years of comedic tradition.
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New Year’s Eve Dinner
Join John's Restaurant for a festive New Year’s Eve Dinner with reservations now being accepted and walk-ins always welcome.
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Custom Stickers for John's Restaurant
Get your exclusive custom stickers for John's Restaurant, designed by Sweet Charlotte, perfect for fans and collectors alike!
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Custom Stickers for John's Restaurant
Get your exclusive custom stickers designed for John's Restaurant in Sarnia, created by Sweet Charlotte, perfect for personalizing your items or as holiday gifts!
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Holiday Turkey and Prime Rib Dinners
Celebrate the holidays with delicious Turkey and Prime Rib Dinners at John's Restaurant, available on December 23 and 24, with reservations for New Year's Eve!
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Bacon Bucks Promotion
John's Restaurant offers Bacon Bucks gift cards in any denomination, making holiday shopping easy and perfect for everyone on your list!
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Vanilla Espresso Martini
Enjoy the festive Vanilla Espresso Martini at John's Restaurant, a perfect breakfast addition this holiday season!
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Thanksgiving Dinner at John's
Celebrate Thanksgiving with a delicious Roast Turkey Dinner at John's Restaurant, available daily after 11 AM!
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30 Days of Schnitzel
Join us at John's Restaurant on October 30th, 2025, for the 30 Days of Schnitzel celebration featuring live music from the Gavin Warren Octoberfest Quartet!
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Family Meals Availability at John's Restaurant
John's Restaurant is sold out of Family Meals for October 12, but the dining room remains open on a first come first serve basis.
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Host Position at John's Restaurant
John's Restaurant is hiring a Host in Sarnia, Ontario, seeking energetic individuals with a passion for customer service and teamwork.