Hot Turkey Sandwich at Highlevel Diner

Hot turkey is one of my favourite comfort foods, so when I was in the University area earlier this week, I went to Highlevel Diner for their weekly "Turkey Tuesday." Hot turkey sandwiches are on special for lunch. It was a pile of locally-raised turkey on fresh, multigrain bread with gravy and a choice of side. I went with the home cut fries because those fries are some of the best fries in the city, especially when paired with the house-made ketchup. But this lunch was about the turkey - oh, the turkey - this was real turkey off the bone, with pan gravy, just like home made. Not a turkey roast, not shriveled, dry pieces of leftover turkey, with thick, brown mystery gravy - this is the real deal. One of these days, I am going to have to come back later in the day for the full-fledged turkey dinner.

Breakfast for Lunch: Breakfast Special at Highlevel Diner

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While riding my bike around the Garneau area, I stopped in for lunch at Highlevel Diner This proved to be a good choice on a number of levels. First, cyclists who come into the restaurant hold their helmets get ten percent off their meals Second, I discovered the weekday all-day breakfast special, which is two eggs, bacon, potatoes, and toast for $7.99. I had an extra egg instead of the bacon. The portion was large, especially for the price, and I loved the roasted potatoes - a nice break from typical hash browns. Breakfast on a budget.

Veggie Burger at Highlevel Diner

Veggie burger #yegfood, a photo by raise my voice on Flickr.

Highlevel Diner has one of the city's best veggie burgers. The crispy patty of grains and seeds is filling and delicious. Served on a large, whole wheat bun with tomatoes, sprouts, mayo, and lettuce, it is almost impossible for one person to finish - especially if you have the hand cut fries on the side. Oh, and the ketchup is also house made and tastes like salsa without the chunks. This is definitely one of Highlevel Diner's signature dishes.

Coffee Break: Chai Latte at Highlevel Diner

Chai latte #yegfood, a photo by raise my voice on Flickr.

After a long day of marching and rallying, I made the trek over to Highlevel Diner for supper. For my beverage, I did not want alcohol, and it was rather late in the day for coffee, so I opted for a chai latte. Smooth, creamy, and delicious it was. Just what I needed.