Second Chance Diner - Camillus

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Second Chance Diner

Second Chance Diner
3.9 / 5 (258 reviews)

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Second Chance Diner has garnered both admiration and frustration from its patrons. While some nostalgic diners relish the menu's unique offerings and the friendly, attentive staff, many recent experiences depict a decline in service and food quality. Complaints include long wait times, inadequate staff training, and food inconsistencies, such as lukewarm dishes and unaccommodating coffee options. Despite the setbacks, loyal customers hope for a revival of the diner’s former charm and quality. As changes are promised from management, diners eagerly await updates, hoping to rediscover their beloved eatery.

Last update: 17.01.2026 from: Kenna

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★ 3.9 / 5 from 258 reviews
shawn-5
07.09.2023

I had a fantastic dinner filled with all the right vibes. The restaurant features neat touches like tasting flights and boards that allow you to sample a variety of items. The menu is impressive, offering plenty of options to choose from. The staff is extremely friendly and eager to help. The decor is charming, with cute little signs scattered throughout. My photos don’t capture the experience accurately. You definitely need to drop by and see what they have to offer. I'm really glad I stopped in this morning!

cathy-117
07.09.2023

Food was delicious. Wait staff was great. Only one question: why do they charge for a second cup of tea, but not a second cup of coffee?? It makes no sense, unless they make the second cup reusing old coffee grinds!! No other place that we frequent charges for a second cup of tea (or coffee).

ian-1048
07.09.2023

Will never order from this place again. Every time I’ve ordered there has been a mistake or a problem.Ordered cocoa pebble infused waffle combo and a standard waffle combo . they made two regular ones. Okay refund the up charge right? Wrong. Manager tells me their cook says I’m a liar and if I want a GIFT CARD for $2.50 that I better come down there right now with the waffle and show them. Yes, she really said that.Whoever owns this place really needs to find out what their employees are doing because it doesn’t look good when your manager is calling customers liars and telling them to drive back down to SHOW THEM A WAFFLE instead of just refunding the upcharge or even, I don’t know, apologizing?

kenna-3
07.09.2023

Soooooo yummy. One of the best diners in Cuse. We sat at the bar and we got great service. I ordered the breakfast poutine (was too hungry to take a pic and the pancake bites. Everything was awesome :

dave-1015
07.09.2023

Great spot, glad they were able to expand into the new location .I got the Eggs Benedict and it was perfect. Eggs were poached great, hollandaise sauce was not split and was also great. Will returnFood: 5/5

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There is a TV / screen on-site where sports are broadcast.

The restaurant is accessible and can therefore also be used with a wheelchair or physiological limitations.

The restaurant also takes the common credit cards.

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