Fresh Kitchen + Juice Bar Crawford

The food and service are always outstanding. I find the music a little too loud and the heaters on the outdoor patio far too intense for my liking. We moved to a different table to try to sit farther from the heaters.

Food was great. The covered seating area was a touch cold of course being winter and all, but, other than that it was good.

Love Fresh and will always continue to support this restaurant! One thing I wasn't impressed with this time is that, we asked if the Cesar's can be made with tequila instead of vodka (my boyfriend is allergic to vodka) and they said yes but we don't typically make alcohol substitutions but we'll allow it this time. Thought that was a weird way to handle it.

The service here is amazing and everyone is so lovely! The swoosh is my fav !!

Dietary restrictions: Lots of gf options !

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Tiger Bowl, Soup, Fries

QUICK TAKE: A plant-based powerhouse that turns healthy eating into a crave-worthy experience. Trust me, even your carnivore friends will be impressed.

🔑 INSIDER TIPS:
• Peak hours: Weekends 11am-2pm get packed
• Secret menu hack: Ask for extra puffed quinoa on anything
• Patio seating has heaters, perfect for those crisp Toronto evenings
• They take allergies SERIOUSLY (tested personally with my fiancée's restrictions)

🍽️ MUST-ORDER DISHES:
1. Nachos ($16) - Not your average tortilla chips situation. These are loaded with house-made cashew queso that's somehow both rich and light. PRO TIP: Add the buffalo jackfruit (+$4)

2. Onion Rings ($12) - Forget everything you know about onion rings. These babies are encrusted with puffed quinoa (genius!) creating a next-level crunch that'll haunt your dreams. The batter-to-onion ratio is PERFECT.

3. Avocado Toast ($14) - Yes, I'm that millennial ordering avo toast, but LISTEN: their house-made sourdough is the canvas for perfectly ripened avocados. They nail the seasoning every. single. time.

4. Matcha Latte ($6) - As a matcha snob, I can confirm these are legit. Perfect temperature, no bitterness, just pure green tea bliss.

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The staff here deserves their own review. Special shoutout to the morning crew who remembered our allergy requirements after just one visit. That's the kind of attention to detail that builds regulars.

🏠 AMBIANCE: 4.5/5
Modern meets cozy with plenty of natural light. The heated patio is the crown jewel - somehow they've created an outdoor space that works year-round (a miracle in Toronto).

💭 THE EXPERIENCE:
Visited 7+ times during a week-long stay (yes, it's THAT good). Each visit was consistently excellent, which is rare in the restaurant world. Whether grabbing takeout or dining in, the quality never wavered.

🤔 WHY IT WORKS:
• Allergy-friendly without compromising flavor
• Consistent quality across multiple visits
• Equal attention to both dine-in and takeout orders
• Thoughtful touches like biodegradable packaging
• Menu variety that prevents healthy-food fatigue

💡 BONUS TIP: Join their rewards program. The points add up quickly if you're a regular, and the birthday perks are worth it.

🎯 BOTTOM LINE:
Fresh at Crawford isn't just another healthy restaurant - it's a testament to how plant-based food can be both nourishing and crave-worthy. After trying practically the entire menu (no regrets), I can confidently say this spot deserves a place in your regular rotation, whether you're vegan or not.

PARKING: Street parking available, but can be tricky during peak hours. Consider using public transit or rideshare

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

I can't recommend the food at Fresh more—amazing flavours and incredible textures combine to make their food a wonderful vegan experience.

The enclosed and heated patio makes for a comfortable winter eating experience, but is open and airy in the warmer seasons.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Buffalo Cauliflower, Dragon Fries, Miso Gravy, Protein Bowl, Powerhouse Bowl

My wife, Angel and I ordered from here via DoorDash. My wife made the call prior to ordering reminding them to add extra hot sauce for her because she loves their hot sauce so much - and it's a pregnancy cravings of hers.

To our surprise, Katie and her team gave us extra fries and a free bottle of their hot sauce to congratulate us on our pregnancy.

Not only did the food and drinks taste great, but they also made wife happy cry. It's rare to see a business so dedicated into making their customers happy.

We will always look forward to eating here!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Buffalo Cauliflower, Quinoa Onion Rings, Dragon Fries, Tiger Bowl

Not as good as we remember from pre-pandemic. Still great food, just looking and feeling a bit tired

Delicious and fresh food and juices and great service. Adrian was nice and friendly.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Love this place. Food is delicious. Always come back for the swoosh. Arpit and the tall fellow with curly dark hair and the moustache are the best

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Sim and Arpit were fantastic

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Buffalo Cauliflower, Quinoa Onion Rings, Miso Gravy, Protein Bowl, Buffalo Wrap, Goddess Bowl

We stopped in for a late afternoon beverage. Got a lemonade and a smoothie! The service was exceptional and Sim & arpit took our order. They were lovely!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The smoothies are delicious and the hummus is so goood!!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Excellent vegan restaurant. You just have to get past the pickup line to the seats. We didn't have any food that didn't taste very good. The location is relatively central, right next to the park and can be taken on a walk to Ossington Street. Suitable for families and couples.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Great smoothie

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 3

Service: 5