Canadian Restaurants in North York, ON

“In a restaurant world dressed up with disingenuous marketing JOEY Yorkdale offers you a magnificent spot outside downtown Toronto that delivers what it promises on their home page, “Our guests, new or old, are not treated just as guests, but as if they are a good friend we are catching up with.” And this was the experience for me and my two close chums who selected this spot primarily because it was the midpoint between our diverse locations. From first arriving, the hostess took the time to offer a complimentary champagne glass and inquire if our visit that day was for a special occasion. It was a reunion and she graciously followed up with pleasant comments establishing a charming mood. When the waitress came to greet us, she also took the time to find out more about the nature of our reunion and only then flawlessly delved into the menu. I understand this is common practice at luxury restaurants; however, I would contend that, although there are dining establishments that treat patrons similarly, it is not simply about what you do but, rather, how well you do it. And this is the reason I am taking the time to write this review: JOEY does it very well. Having frequented several luxury restaurants in downtown Toronto I can anecdotally share with you that there have been far too many occasions when the host and/or server left a poor impression. Whether it is conceited complacency in their brand or even our own bigotry of unrealistic expectations, there seldom is a meeting point of both food, service, and overall impression. The treatment at JOEY was so genuine that it left an indelible impression. Each interaction with the server and hostess throughout complemented our dining experience. We were then surprised with dessert on the house presented on an expansive serving plate with the words “Happy Reunion!” written in caramel. Delicious, delicious caramel. Mmmm, but I digress… Over the years I have written to restaurants far more complaints than compliments and, in retrospect, this is unfair. It takes a team and a culture to create this magic and it can be quite challenging to get it right. When it comes together as well as it did on our visit, it is the sort of joy that can accompany you throughout your day. At JOEY they seem to have captured the right formula and I look forward to returning and catching up with “good friends” that understand that going out to eat today is about so much more.“

“Not truly wheelchair accessible. I was very much looking forward to dining here. After reading some of the other comments in the question section, we called to confirm the extent to which they are wheelchair accessible. Utterly disappointed to find out that although they have a ramp, the only accessible dining areas are if you're with one of the large groups. Meaning that as an individual with accessibility needs, I was excluded from dining at this restaurant. My accessibility needs are temporary, however you can guarantee I won't be dining at this restaurant even when I'm able to walk again, until they rectify this situation. Inexcusable to exclude people with mobility needs in this day and age.“

“Joey is our go-to place for special occasions in our family. The food is always amazing no matter the location, the servings are generous, and the staff and servers are friendly without being intrusive. I really liked their high chair for little babies. It was the type that attaches to the table — it was perfect for our 10 month old!“

“I dropped by for my birthday on Sunday. I must say that I truly enjoyed my meal. The ribs were soft and full of flavor and the drinks were nice. Shout big out and Thank you to my server,Nia, his customer service was on par and excellent. Made sure that we got our meals on time and that everything was ok. I will definitely be visiting again.“

“What a divine evening at the Seasons restaurant in the newly - named Pan Pacific Hotel. The spacious, beautifully - appointed dining room with white table linens and exquisite glassware was set in a high - ceilinged environment. This ambience provided comfort and elegance. We were welcomed and offered our choice of seating which included our quiet booth near a modern encased fireplace. Our velvety smooth mushroom soup with oil infusion was an excellent beginning to this celebratory dinner. Our moist ,glazed turkey and cranberry stuffing were adorned with mashed potatoes, roasted carrots and brussel sprouts. Berry compote with creamy vanilla ice cream topped this delicious dinner. The waitress made this festive holiday meal a celebration to remember !“

“Everything was smooth and good! The server so friendly!“

“Today I had my son's 1st birthday party at the restaurant. Our waitress (Madison I believe) was great! She was patient, organized and was so kind and helpful. Serving 30 people cannot be an easy task for anyone. We hope the staff enjoy the leftover cake!“

“KSushi is such a great hidden spot. I go with my girlfriend before archery practice, and it’s always amazing.
The sushi is fresh, delicious, and has that expert homemade touch you don’t find everywhere.
They have a great variety, and everything tastes spot on.
The staff are super kind, and the whole place has a welcoming vibe. Definitely worth checking out if you love quality sushi and friendly service.“

“Very good experience! Had a fantastic waitress and food was excellent“

“Breakfast is the important meal of the day and we like to eat our brekky here at Sunset Grill because, they have delicious breakfast menu, very filling and the staff are friendly. 😊👍“

“I didn't know what to expect. Came for breakfast with my wife the next morning after veld. The service was great. Our waitress was extremely friendly. The eggs Benny hit perfectly. My wife got pancakes and bacon and everything was delicious. Great place to hit up after a weekend at veld!“

“Im a guest staying in and the best customer service ever the coffee is amazing and they went above and beyond and make me a breakfast to go bowl this morning and I’ll always remember that. What an excellent customer service and care from the team“

“Bala and his team are great! Had a catering order for Boxing Day. To celebrate a birthday for my grandmother who didn't want to leave the house. Placing the order was easy to do. Very accommodating for any alternatives we requested. Supplied tomatoes on the side, mayo, cream, milk and sugar for the coffee. Food was ready on time. The food was delicious! Everyone loved the food. From my grandmother to the toddlers loved the food. Grandmother loved the pancakes. Toddlers loved the French toast, fruit and orange juice. Food was fresh and cooked well. Scrambled eggs, bacon and sausages were cooked nicely! The adults finished off the coffee. I highly recommend the breakfast sandwiches with Peameal bacon, fried egg on a brioche bun. Yum! I highly recommend this Sunset Grill location for your catering needs!“

“For appetizers, we ordered the Cashew Chili Chicken, which felt a bit like a South Asian take on Kung Pao chicken—completely different in recipe and technique, but whether it’s good or not, your tongue knows immediately.
We also had the calamari and shrimp, which was excellent as well, with great texture and well-balanced seasoning.

For mains, we ordered three dishes:
a Top Sirloin steak,
a Steak Frites,
and a blackened Mahi Mahi, all of which were very satisfying.

The fish was something I hadn’t encountered before. Apparently, it migrates every year from Florida all the way to the Taiwan Strait—a very “athletic” kind of fish. I even looked up photos of what it looks like in the ocean, which was quite interesting.

We had two draft beers, clean and refreshing in taste.
For dessert, we ordered two items, and the standout was the Espresso Martini—the bitterness of the espresso intertwined with the alcohol created a “quiet indulgence” kind of flavor, perfect for savoring alone.

Service was generally good. The only small drawback was that the main courses were served before we had finished the appetizers, even though we had clearly asked for them to be served separately.

Overall, it was a very enjoyable experience—one I’ll remember.“

“Always an enjoyable spot for our family to meet for lunch. Now, they have live music. Awesome!“

“Great breakfast food!!! Delicious pancakes and turkey bacon crispy and hot!! Huge omelettes!!!“

“Great bands, great singers, friendly staff, a great night out.“

“Great pub! Food is good and the service is even better! Great place to go play Buzztime trivia.“