Hot Biscuit Diner – American
Steaming plates of golden, flaky biscuits smothered in rich sawmill gravy anchor the experience at this quintessential morning retreat, where the comforting clatter of a busy kitchen provides a nostalgic soundtrack. Sunlight dances across stacks of fluffy blueberry pancakes and perfectly sizzled eggs, creating a cozy sanctuary where every bite captures the simple, soul-warming joy of a classic hometown breakfast.
Montcalm Street +15185853483 https://hotbiscuitdiner.comRating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Hot Biscuit Diner
Dairy-Free at Hot Biscuit Diner
Hot Biscuit Diner in Ottawa has 15 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including 2 Eggs & Toast or Biscuit, Home Fries and B.L.T. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Hot Biscuit Diner
Hot Biscuit Diner in Ottawa has 8 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including B.L.T, Side of Sawmill Gravy and Adirondack Wings. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Hot Biscuit Diner
Hot Biscuit Diner in Ottawa has 28 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including 2 Eggs & Toast or Biscuit, Home Fries and Side of Sawmill Gravy. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Hot Biscuit Diner
Hot Biscuit Diner in Ottawa has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Grilled Chicken Breast Sandwich. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Hot Biscuit Diner
Hot Biscuit Diner in Ottawa has 3 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cottage Cheese, Applesauce and Soup of the Day. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Hot Biscuit Diner
Hot Biscuit Diner in Ottawa has 7 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Side of Sawmill Gravy, Mushroom & Swiss Burger and Tossed Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Hot Biscuit Diner
Hot Biscuit Diner in Ottawa has 3 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Applesauce, Soup of the Day and French Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Hot Biscuit Diner
Hot Biscuit Diner in Ottawa has 2 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Home Fries and French Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Hot Biscuit Diner
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Club Sandwich | 49.1 g | 57.3 g |
| Mushroom & Swiss Burger | 4 g | 44 g |
| Grilled Chicken Breast Sandwich | 51 g | 38.9 g |
| Meat & Cheese Omelette | 8.4 g | 33.7 g |
| Adirondack Burger | 25.9 g | 32.2 g |
| Turkey Melt | 30.2 g | 31.7 g |
| Patty Melt | 95.4 g | 30.6 g |
| Bison Burger | 34.2 g | 19.7 g |
| Reuben | 23.1 g | 16.1 g |
| Chicken Tenders | 9.2 g | 15.2 g |
| B.L.T | 13.9 g | 12.6 g |
| Hot Sandwich | 16.7 g | 12.5 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners appreciate the extensive variety of menu options available for family lunches, noting that the diverse selection caters well to a range of different tastes. Celebrated for its broad selection of dishes, the space provides a functional and straightforward setting for casual midday gatherings.
Menu
Breakfast
- 1 Egg & Toast or Biscuit - $4.5: One egg served with your choice of toast or a biscuit Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- 2 Eggs & Toast or Biscuit - $5.5: Two eggs served with your choice of toast or a biscuit Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- 2 Eggs, Meat & Toast or Biscuit - $7.5: Two eggs, choice of sausage, ham or bacon, served with toast or a biscuit Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Sawmill Gravy & Biscuits - $8.99: 2 Buttermilk biscuits covered with creamy country sausage gravy Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Sawmill & 2 Eggs - $10.99: Buttermilk biscuits with sausage gravy and two eggs Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- 1/2 Sawmill - $5.99: 1 Buttermilk biscuit with sausage gravy Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Pancakes - Full Stack - $6.5: Three fluffy pancakes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Pancakes - Short Stack - $5.5: Two fluffy pancakes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Pancakes - Single - $3.5: One fluffy pancake Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Blueberry Pancakes - Full Stack - $7.5: Three blueberry pancakes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Chocolate Chip Pancakes - Full Stack - $7.5: Three chocolate chip pancakes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- French Toast - $6.5: Classic grilled french toast Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Breakfast Sandwich - $5.99: Egg, cheese and choice of meat on a hard roll or English muffin Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Cheese Omelette - $7.5: Served with toast or biscuit Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Meat & Cheese Omelette - $8.99: Choice of ham, sausage or bacon and cheese; served with toast or biscuit Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Western or Veggie Omelette - $9.5: Western (ham, onions, peppers) or Veggie with cheese; served with toast or biscuit Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
Appetizers
- Basket of Shrimp - $9.99 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Adirondack Wings - $10.99 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tenders - $8.99 Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Combo Basket of Veggies - $8.5 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Thick Cut Onion Rings - $6.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mozzarella Sticks - $7.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Natural Cheddar Nuggets - $7.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Quesadilla - $8.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Lunch & Dinner
- 6 oz Burger - $7.5: Hand pressed beef patty Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mushroom & Swiss Burger - $8.99: Burger topped with mushrooms and Swiss cheese Dietary tags: Low-Carb, South-Beach, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Adirondack Burger - $9.99: Vermont Cheddar, BBQ sauce, beer battered onion ring on a grilled hard roll Available at: dinner, lunch
- Blue Cheese Burger - $9.5: Blue cheese crumbles inside the patty, served on a grilled port muffin Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bison Burger - $11.99 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Patty Melt - $8.99: Grilled onions, Thousand Island dressing and Swiss cheese on grilled rye Available at: dinner, lunch
- Glorified Burger - $8.5: 6 oz patty with lettuce, tomato, onion and mayo on a grilled hard roll Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Black Bean Burger - $8.5: Served on a hard roll with lettuce and tomato Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish Sandwich - $8.99: Served on a hard roll with lettuce and tomato Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Breaded Chicken Breast Sandwich - $8.5: Served on a hard roll with lettuce and tomato Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Chicken Breast Sandwich - $8.5: Served on a hard roll with lettuce and tomato Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Cheese - $4.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Reuben - $9.99: Pastrami, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and 1000 Island on grilled rye Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rachel - $9.99: Sliced turkey, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and 1000 Island on grilled rye Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turkey Melt - $8.99: Turkey, 1000 Island and American cheese on grilled sourdough Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roast Beef Frizzle - $8.99: Roast beef and onions topped with American cheese on a hard roll Available at: dinner, lunch
- Western Sandwich - $6.5: Egg sandwich with ham, onions and peppers Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC, Renal Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- B.L.T - $6.99: Bacon, lettuce, and tomato Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Hot Dog - $3.5 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Michigan Hot Dog - $4.5: Grilled hot dog with meat sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Basket Lunch - $11.99: Choice of Shrimp, Clams, Fish, Fried Chicken, or Tenders with fries and coleslaw Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cold Sandwich - $7.5: Choice of Turkey, Ham or Roast Beef Available at: dinner, lunch
- Egg Salad Sandwich - $6.5: Made fresh daily Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna Fish Sandwich - $7.5: White chunk tuna made fresh daily Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Club Sandwich - $9.99: Choice of Ham, Turkey, Hamburger, Tuna, Roast Beef or B.L.T Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hot Sandwich - $10.99: Choice of Hamburger, Roast Beef or Turkey with mashed potatoes and gravy Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Entrée Salad - $9.99: Choice of Chef, Taco, Grilled Chicken or Breaded Chicken Salad Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tossed Salad - $4.5 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Side of Sawmill Gravy - $2.99 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Home Fries - $2.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- French Fries - $3.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Coleslaw - $2.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cottage Cheese - $2.5 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Applesauce - $2.5 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soup of the Day - $3.99 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Hot Biscuit Diner
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- The Hot Biscuit Diner has an average rating of 3.0/5 based on customer feedback and dining experiences.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- This diner is unique for its extensive variety of family-friendly menu options and signature golden, flaky biscuits with sawmill gravy.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- Applesauce and home fries both accommodate multiple diets simultaneously, including vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, and plant-based options.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided data for Hot Biscuit Diner does not contain information regarding the specific number of reviews the restaurant has received.
- Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?
- The Hot Biscuit Diner has a website available at https://hotbiscuitdiner.com, though online ordering is not explicitly mentioned.
- What is the restaurant's atmosphere and style?
- This budget-friendly American diner offers a nostalgic, cozy atmosphere with a functional and straightforward setting ideal for casual family gatherings.
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- The menu offers vegan options like applesauce and home fries, while eggs and meat dishes provide keto and low-carb choices.
- Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?
- This budget-friendly diner is best suited for casual family lunches and midday gatherings rather than formal dates or special occasions.
- What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?
- This budget-friendly restaurant specializes in American cuisine, focusing on classic breakfast staples like biscuits with sawmill gravy, pancakes, and omelettes.
- What is the price range at this restaurant?
- The Hot Biscuit Diner is a budget-friendly ($) restaurant offering affordable American breakfast and lunch options.
- Is Hot Biscuit Diner dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Hot Biscuit Diner has 15 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including 2 Eggs & Toast or Biscuit, Home Fries and B.L.T.
- What can I eat at Hot Biscuit Diner on a dairy-free diet?
- 2 Eggs & Toast or Biscuit, Home Fries and B.L.T carry the dairy-free tag, out of 15 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Hot Biscuit Diner have vegan options?
- Yes. 2 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Home Fries and French Fries.
- Is Hot Biscuit Diner gluten-free?
- 8 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Hot Biscuit Diner?
- Club Sandwich, at roughly 57.3g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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