John's Restaurant

John's Restaurant

📍 1643 London Line (on the Golden Mile), Sarnia ON N7W 1A9

John's Restaurant is a long-standing community diner in Sarnia, Ontario, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner for over 60 years with a strong emphasis on bacon, Greek specialties and classic comfort dishes; they offer dine-in, takeout, seasonal menus, reservations (walk-ins welcome), regular weekly features (Taco Tuesday, Hot Turkey Mondays, Wednesday Rib Night), holiday and event specials (Prime Rib nights, Thanksgiving/Christmas/New Year offerings), merchandise (custom stickers, Bacon Bucks), community gatherings (retiree breakfasts, live-music nights), and occasional hiring notices for part-time hosts.

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Monday 7:00am - 6:30pm
Tuesday 7:00am - 8:00pm
Wednesday 7:00am - 8:00pm
Thursday 7:00am - 8:00pm
Friday 7:00am - 9:00pm
Saturday 7:00am - 9:00pm
Sunday 8:00am - 8:00pm

Last updated on Feb 6th, 2026

Recent Activity

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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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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 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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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 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.

Comedy
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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!

Featured Products
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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!

Sales And Discounts
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Vanilla Espresso Martini

Enjoy the festive Vanilla Espresso Martini at John's Restaurant, a perfect breakfast addition this holiday season!

Drinks And Beverages
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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.

Career Opportunities
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Weekend Specials at John's Restaurant

This weekend, John's Restaurant is offering a variety of delicious specials including Prime Rib Friday, Cabbage Rolls Friday, and a special 45 Days of Turkey.

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Thanksgiving Dinner at John's

Pre-order your Thanksgiving Dinner from John's Restaurant for $134.99, feeding 6 people, and enjoy a stress-free holiday meal.

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Annual Staff Cruise Acknowledgment

Celebrate the Annual Staff Cruise Acknowledgment hosted by John's Restaurant, recognizing the hard work of the team and the enjoyable experiences shared.

General Content
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John's Restaurant Operating Hours Update

John's Restaurant will be open until 6:30 PM today due to a staff summer get together.

Hour
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Part-Time Host/Hostesses

John's Restaurant is hiring Part-Time Host/Hostesses, requiring Smartserve Certification and availability for evenings and weekends, with opportunities for advancement.

Career Opportunities