Friendly 50s Diner

Route 42 is your destination for comfort, charm, and a meal worth returning for.

At Route 42 Diner & Dairy Bar, we believe the path less taken leads to something special.

Tucked away in Windsor, Ontario, our retro-inspired spot brings the spirit of Route 66 to life—with a Southern twist. From our farm-fresh eggs and crispy house-made home fries to our signature pineapple jam, every dish is made to deliver big flavour and even bigger memories.

Chef-owned by Paul Sauve (also of Take Five Bistro), Route 42 serves up comforting classics with unexpected charm. Whether you’re a local or just passing through, consider this your go-to stop for warm service, bold breakfasts, and a taste of nostalgia done right.

Opening Hours

Monday – Friday: 8am – 3pm | Saturday & Sunday: 8am – 3pm

Breakfast Combos

Classic All-Day Breakfast

$11.49

Two eggs (any style) served with crispy home fries, your choice of bacon strips (4) or breakfast sausages (3), and toast spread with our signature house-made pineapple jam.

The Detour Breakfast

$11.49

Two eggs (any style), bacon strips (4) or breakfast sausages (3) served with house-made home fries and toast spread with our signature pineapple jam.

The Fonz

$12.49

Two eggs (any style) served with grilled ham, house-made home fries and toast spread with our signature pineapple jam.

The Johnny Cash

$14.99

Two eggs (any style) served with peameal bacon (3 slices), house-made home fries and toast spread with our signature pineapple jam.

The Distillery Remedy

$17.99

Three eggs (any style) served with bacon strips (2), sausages (2), and a slice of grilled ham. This platter also features a buttermilk pancake, house-made home fries and toast spread with our signature pineapple jam.

Harvest Sunrise Plate

$13.49

Two poached eggs served with fresh sliced tomatoes, cottage cheese and a fresh-cut fruit cocktail.

Route 42 Combo

$12.49

Two eggs (any style) served with sausages (2), bacon strips (2), house-made home fries and toast spread with our signature pineapple jam.

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Roger L

“Whether you’re there for breakfast (all day) or there for lunch or early dinner, you won’t be disappointed with the food or service. Friendly and efficient staff and it even has it’s own ice cream section so that you can top off your meal with a very well deserved treat. The juke box music in the background does make this feel like an authentic little roadhouse diner.”

Grace L

First time at this restaurant, and I absolutely loved it! Good food and friendly staff. The donuts were so good, too 😋.

Melle R

I just revisited this diner recently and have to commend them on all of the changes they’ve made with the service. The server was upbeat and on it. The menu was fantastic and definitely has something for all. The music was awesome too. Great place.

Cori S

Our family loves going here for breakfast/brunch and dinner. They have great food as well as ice cream floats, sundaes, and fresh-made-to-order mini donuts!!! So good. Great place to go for just dessert or to treat the family to ice cream/old-fashioned floats.