“On a little tour of the market on a cool, windy Monday. Needed a warm up, happy we picked Lekker. Nice Americano and an amazing Lekker dessert waffle to sooth a sweet tooth. Light fluffy waffle with banana, whip cream, ice cream and chocolate sauce. Definitely a place to return to on our next trip to the city.“
“Had a wonderful meal at T.O. Dickens tonight with my cousins. The menu had a great selection. Everyone said their food was good and the prices were very reasonable. The ambience is intimate and cosy. Next time I will need to save room for the desert.“
“Food is awesome and portion is big for the price. Tandoori chicken bowl with rice and salad (really good salad as well). Chicken is perfectly cooked and high quality. 10 dollars for a portion that would cost 20 at most "chain/fast" food “
“Wish I had been going here since we moved east. Thoughtful, eclectic decor. Fantastic drinks and small plates. Attentive and engaging service. This is where you bring the date you want to impress whether it's your first or hundredth. Also has the local vibe -- you could be happy here any night of the week.“
“This is a great little gem in Toronto's Junction neighborhood. The brunch was delicious. We had the specials. Their home fries are the most unique and delicious fries I have ever eaten. They also have a cool waitlist option that they use to seat their guests. The servers are very polite and friendly.“
“We went there Jan. 1st…The Good: everything we ordered was delicious, super friendly vibes from all staff. We waited probably a good 20 minutes? The homemade jam and lemon butter was to die for and just amazing on everything. We also order to go soups here and Daisy cake. Wonderful restaurant.The Bad:I pointed out to the waiter that the charges showing $600+ for a bill that was $73.22. He said “Oh it’s Christmas” we just laughed it off but that’s wasn’t funny, good thing I always check my bill. He didn’t even apologize as if he’s entitled for that amount. How can you make a mistake punching $600+ for $73.22. Really sketchy…. It’s not a reflection of the owner and the restaurant but you wonder how many times this Male Wait Staff actually got away with it. It really left a bad taste in our mouth…“
“Their vegan options are not just delicious but also unique! I have been to Japan but I never saw a miso eggplant flavour onigiri (if it does exist maybe I just missed it every time???) but it was so delicious here. Dango was also super tasty. ALMOST as good as fresh street food in Japan but not quite ?Vegetarian options: They have several vegetarian/vegan options. The eggplant miso is vegan and the shiso plum onigiri is vegan 100% for sure because we asked the chefs.“
“We went (family of 5) last night for a dinner at Venga Cucina. The ambiance in the restorant is very pleasant, high quality cutlery and flatware. Subtle italian music in the background. The waiter informed us about daily specials, explained dishes and recomended the wine. The chef/owner stopped by, we chatted a bit. The food...pinsaria, pasta, side table cheese wheel - so tasty, delicious, no nonsense food! Fresh and high quality ingredients, localy sourced with some of them coming from Italy. Flour, sausages... Service was amazing. Knowledgeable, unpretentious, perfect timing... It was our first time dining at Venga, but for sure it is not the last time. Highly recomended!!!“
“They added a 20% gratuity to the bill without letting us know, which I find a little dishonest when they still have a blank line for you to add a tip. For me, it feels like they are trying to trick you into tipping twice. Otherwise the food was decent. Had the daily omelette which was cooked nicely.“
“If I could rate this restaurant more than five stars I definitely would! Sadly, we now live in a place where there is no Swiss Chalet. My husband, knowing my great love of Swiss Chalet, planned a surprise 60th birthday party for me when we were visiting Toronto at this place. He had worked together with the owner, Anisur Salim, in secret without me having a clue. When I arrived, everything was so well organized, the restaurant had beautiful balloons for me and even donated a birthday cake! There were about 40 of us there that evening and the owner made sure everything went off so smoothly and the food was delicious! He was very attentive and was happy to have been working with my husband on this surprise. Thank you so, so much for all of your hard work to create such a beautiful evening for me! It was absolutely perfect!“
“We came by the other day and Karen took care of us at the bar and she was absolutely lovely!! I was torn between a few drinks and she helped me decide based off what I told her I usually liked. She nailed it! She was also incredibly patient and kind to us, we’re not from the city and it was our first day in the city and she gave us a list of her favourite places around the city. Thank you Karen!!“
“I've been grabbing food from heartbreak since early 2023. And BOYYYYYYYYY LET ME TELL YOU. Hands down the best Mac and cheese, and best chicken sandwiches I've had in Toronto. This food hits home every single time. I can't recommend it enough. I also grab food when I'm hosting any big events. Do yourselves a favor and stop by here as quick as you can.“
“Just tried the chorizo tacos. They were yummy. Like, really yummy. Crunchy hard shell, stuffed with toppings. Meat was good. I’m gonna be thinking about them for the rest of the day.I must return here soon and consume more of these scrumptious tacos.“
“Nothing special. The food was okay but the place is cozy and staff are friendly.Parking: Not very easy because its on a main street and residential neighborhoodKid-friendliness: There are stairs to go in and the place in there is a bit tight so it might be tricky if you have a stroller.“
“Came here for brunch after the place we were planning on going to which was nearby was full.The vibe was giving nightclub. Very dark. It was nearly empty inside (although there were people out on the patio). The music was terrible. Ordered a coffee, she said they have no cream, just milk... I was starting to think I'd made a mistake....But then the food arrived.The lumpia was the best lumpia I've ever had! Ordered the pork belly lettuce wraps and they were equally fantastic! My husband had the Philipino breakfast and really enjoyed it, and my friend had the French Toast which wasn't your typical French Toast but he also said it was really good.Will totally go back here sometime to try their dinner menu. If you're in the area, it's worth checking out.“
“Was at an event at Mattamy Centre and came across this place. And what a find! It is a cool, quant, chic little spot; almost something a different era. Saw in another review that the nacho were awesome and they were right. Tried the chicken tinga and another hit. Lots of different beers you do not see elsewhere. Also, if you are into cocktails they've got you covered. This is a true local pub/bar not a chain joint and it delivers.“
“It’s pretty good! Just slightly over hyped.You can definitely make just as good Mac and cheese at home, but I’m def too lazy to make the BBQ pulled pork and chicken, so I’d go here for that!Sadly due to limited space, your Mac and cheese might get cold by the time you get to eat it. I got the BBQ Chicken, my friends the original and the pulled pork. I find out when people do barbeque flavoured things, it tends to be very overpowering. Bobbie Sue’s Mac and Cheese gives a perfect balance, and you can still taste the cheese sauce despite BBQ sauce being notoriously overpowering. Good job!“
“Perfect!! I liked the food, atmosphere, and the friendly servers. ❤️ However, when I asked for a bill, they brought me a bilge with an 18% tip, so I was a little embarrassed... I came alone... Still, I was satisfied with the fresh oysters and good service.“
“Came here for a friends birthday and the staff and service was tremendous! I absolutely love the vibe of the restaurant and I also loved how patient they were for a group of us.This is such a unique restaurant/cuisine because it's a Dutch and Indonesian style restaurant. I ordered the fries and it was fun trying all of the various sauces - very good and neutral order for a big group of people. I grabbed the Boerenkool which is a kale mashed potato dish with bacon lardons and slices of Dutched smoked sausage and gravy. I think the dish was okay but my friend tried other dishes that I got to try like their steak and it was tasty! I've gone to Amsterdam and had a Boerenkool there and I liked the Kale mash there and found the gravy more fatty so I think it's all up to personal taste.I'd love to return since there's not many Dutch-Indonesian restaurants in the city.“
“While passing through Toronto, we went to this restaurant which was recommended for its poutine.It was simply perfect, the poutine was excellent with homemade fries, just the right amount of sauce so the fries didn't become soggy and very well-measured cheese.Additionally, the service was exemplary. We asked for two beers and the waiter told us they were out of that beer and made us taste 4 beer samples to make our choice.Everything was perfect ! thank you“
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“Love love the food! The curly fries, YES! The Nashville chicken sandwich, HELLL YA! I got the 'Hot' for the sandwich and it was a perfect spice for me! Truly so tasty and they have daily specials so look out for that. The service was so friendly and fun~ I'm already thinking about my next meal there :)“
“The food was delicious and fresh and the potatoes were lovely and crispy. The behavior of the staff was very good. The environment of the hall could be better. We ordered fried chicken and thunder chicken, both of which were crispy, fresh and delicious.“
“Great little hole in the wall that plays house/techno and sometimes drum and bass, with live DJ's. This is a place where a lot of dj's go to test their sound on a small audience and some even get recruited into labels and become local Toronto DJ's. They have a wall that shows a lot of people who have made it into the EDM community. No entrance fee.“
“First time visiting from out of town, was going to a show at the Royal and made a reservation earlier that morning for 5pm that day.Food was fantastic! Service was extremely friendly and had great recommendations regarding food and drinks. Atmosphere was amazing and honestly a big highlight for us. The cost for portions and quality was perfectly matched. Highly recommend for a nice date night.“
“Great smash burgers! The combo essentially gets you a free drink. It's the best value as the sides are the same size regardless if you order them separate or as a combo (they should honestly just remind their customers of this - it would go a long way in building repeat customers). The Spicy cheese fries pair better with the burger than the chili fries.Parking: Green P parking on Irwin Ave.“
“The cheeseburger was so juicy and delicious, and the fries tasted light and fresh - like I could tell they were using good quality oil. Will definitely go back and try the j*** chicken sausage next time I'm in the area. Excellent service as well!“
“Honestly, I’m always very critical about any Eastern European food since I grew up there but for a fast restaurant I was so pleased with the pierogi here. I got the creamy mushroom with cheddar and potatoes and it hit the spot. The location is kind of pushed into a weird plaza on queensway but do go in and try it out.“
“Been a long time since I've stepped foot in this bar. Went with a large group of friends to celebrate a birthday. We sat on the patio with their updated furniture. Seats were comfortable. There's a small dance area by the bar with a good selection of drinks to choose from. Decent music was playing the night we went. The establishment closes later than other places so you can chill for a bit longer. When it's closing time, be ready to leave or you'll get hounded by the security on site.“
“Season Six was recommended to us by friends and what a recommendation it was! We were absolutely blown away by how delicious everything we ordered was, and we’ve decided to make this wonderful place our new weekly date night spot. The added bonus of allowing us to book our own preferred delivery time in advance is a great feature. Wonderful meal for an incredibly reasonable price. I can not recommend this place highly enough.“
“Just wanted to give a shoutout to this restaurant and more specifically the manager we encountered, Jonathon. We live a few hours away and stopped in to eat here during our time in Toronto, Jonathon made our big family feel welcomed even with our chaos! He was patient and kids and had us laughing each time we saw him. The food was also incredible, you can count on us coming back next time we come through ??Kid-friendliness: My children enjoyed the variety of options on the kids menu plus a twist of a fun colouring page!“
“For my 65th birthday I got to choose where to go to eat...we found this gem...service was prompt & the food was delicious...5 of us with 4 different choices...all of us were very pleased...thank you Joyce...you will see us again for sure...xoxoxo“
“Crispy sweet/sour/spicy General Tso Chicken, warming and savoury hot & sour soup and fried rice brings so much comfort these cold winter days.I suppose after Covid, it'll take some time to bring the atmosphere more for dining in, but don't let the appearances fool you, the service and food is perfect. This spot is also open later than other options nearby.The woman that waited on us was super friendly, makes you feel at home and accommodating.Dining in is the best way to try options I detailed above as this is when they're hottest and fresh/crispy. Take-out probably works well for short distances.“
“Absolutely a nice place!We actually came inside right at closing, but google said they were open for another hour. The host in the front said they were closed he saw my son , went inside to ask someone and came back saying we can dine in. Very caring people! They respected the fact that we came in hungry or thirsty for a drink they accommodated us even after closing the kitchen. Salute Definitely recommend this place! Has a good vibe, cozy a nice place to go on a date!Kid-friendliness: I went in for a quick bite and my son is a picky eater so he just had fries. But they are very accommodating!“
“Great food, great prices, the smash burger tasted like it was from a dedicated smash burger spot. Laura the server was great, and the song selection + the fact that the music videos were playing on the screens gave it all a great atmosphere“
“As a non-vegan, Tsuchi cafe's food was really good. I was very surprised by how delicious it was. Though they have a limited seated area, this place is definitely a must try. I loved the Karepan and the walnut brownie. The pistachio natcha tart was okayish. The flan was really good!“