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.“

“Really enjoyed my visit to Pickle Barrel. Prabeen provided outstanding service, very kind and professional. Food was fresh and flavorful, plus I loved the unlimited complimentary pickles! I’ll definitely be back, thank you again and the team👍👍👍“

“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!“

“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.“

“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 !“

“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!“

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

“We ordered a large order today for a party for kids nearby. The sushi was great, and the customer service was very good too. They had made a mistake with the order, and went above and beyond to rectify it and bring us the item quickly. Very thankful for the kind and thoughtful service!“

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

“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!“

“If you live in North York this is a hidden gem. You don’t have to be staying at the hotel. The restaurant is open to all. Good for families, groups and smaller parties as well. We have been here several times for their buffet breakfasts and also for their Easter brunch and in all occasions the food was very good. It’s good value for money, the service is attentive and it is not as busy as other restaurants in the area.“

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

“Great times.:: Great Staff!!“

“very good attention. and good prices“

“Attended an event here this week and the service was unreal. Felt like we were at a 5 star hotel, really professional high level attention to detail and care put in. Excellent food, great venue, really blew everyone away. Would 100% host an event here.“

“I had lunch at this restaurant and it was an excellent experience—perfect for meeting with a client. The atmosphere was elegant and comfortable, making it an ideal setting for a business lunch.

The food was outstanding. The avocados were perfectly ripe, the deep-fried artichokes were absolutely delicious, and the fish was cooked beautifully. Every dish was impressive.

Overall, it’s a fantastic place to dine, whether for business or a relaxed meal. Highly recommended.“

“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.“