Pow Wow Cafe

213 Augusta Ave, Toronto
(416) 551-7717

Recent Reviews

Katie Anderson

I was lucky enough to sample you foods yesterday and very much enjoyed. I had the beef bannock taco and the flavours were delicious! Thx

Lisa Bristow

I have wanted to try Indigenous food for a long time and Pow Wow Cafe had been bookmarked on Yelp for awhile. I was so sad to hear that it was closing, but am also glad that I DID hear, so I could make sure to try it before they closed.I took a day off work so I could come. Although I was there bright and early, it was really packed - mind you it is a small restaurant. I was able to score a seat outside. I ordered the beef chili taco, which I was told is something that would traditionally be served at a Pow Wow. I decided to brunchify it and it did not disappoint. The portions were big, the food was fresh and damn was it ever good.I'm sad that they are now closed, but will definitely be keeping an eye on anything this chef does.

Lisa B.

I have wanted to try Indigenous food for a long time and Pow Wow Cafe had been bookmarked on Yelp for awhile. I was so sad to hear that it was closing, but am also glad that I DID hear, so I could make sure to try it before they closed.I took a day off work so I could come. Although I was there bright and early, it was really packed - mind you it is a small restaurant. I was able to score a seat outside. I ordered the beef chili taco, which I was told is something that would traditionally be served at a Pow Wow. I decided to brunchify it and it did not disappoint. The portions were big, the food was fresh and damn was it ever good.I'm sad that they are now closed, but will definitely be keeping an eye on anything this chef does.

mohamed ali

The guys at Pow Wow cafe catered a 200+ dinner for us and it was amazing. They didn’t miss a step in delivery. The buffalo meatloaf for the main and Blueberry crumble for dessert were a hit. Go check them out before they close.

Siddharth Wagh

Stood in line for more than half an hour, even though the opening time had passed. Got lucky and were the last ones to sit. Got the "tacos" which are actually fried dough with chili on top. Decent coffee and local teas. A bit expensive, but quantity is decent.

Sam

Must try spot in Toronto and go before they close down. The fried bread was so good and authentic. Portions are huge and everything tasted great. I felt it was a bit modernized with the smoked salmon which I would have preferred if it was more cultural. I literally enjoyed the fried bread the most!Their sweet grass soda is delicious and I need to find where I can buy that. Also cash only!

Mrudula S.

This place is a gem! The best Indigenous Tacos and their wildside sodas are unique with favors like cedar and sweet grass. I have had the pancakes here and they were scrumptious. You must look up when they are open on their Instagram page and go as this might be their last month in the city.

Mitch Sprague

It's kind of cramped but when you're surrounded by friendly happy people it just adds to the vibe. The staff are the nicest and the chef is a genius. The food is phenomenal. We enjoyed a McPowWow sandwich and a plate of Bison Chili Tacos which was a small mountain of goodness on the plate. Well worth the wait to get in.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Christine

Worth the wait! Servings are huge and you’re guaranteed to leave full. The sauce they came on the poached eggs was delicious. The fried bread with smoke salmon is a fantastic combo.The home fries are crispy and seasoned well.Very sad that Pow Wow is closing but all the best to the owners!

Laura L.

I found this place by using Yelp and set my schedule so I could eat at a place with such great reviewsSadly they were closed even though their sign and times said openThey are also cash only - not a problem but please advertise as such

Sylvia JL

Wow! Honestly the best brunch I have had. Large portions, fresh and tasty ingredients. Will definitely be back before they close after May 2023! We had the poached egg and smoked salmon with a goat cheese cream sauce on a bed of fry bed, as well as the mcpowwow which had duck confit ??

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Lauren

We showed up a little before noon and were told it would probably be a 30 minute wait. One of the young ladies working took our number and gave us a call when our table was ready. Boy was it worth the wait! We split the pancakes and McPowWow. Both came with big portions of home fries, salads, and fruit. I'll be thinking about this breakfast for a long time. Go here. Food is outstanding, staff is lovely. Cash only, so be prepared!

Autumn Y

They are only opening every odd weekend for now. But their food is definitely worth a visit. The food tastes fresh and the flavours are on point for everything I've had here over the years.Got the pumpkin cornmeal pancakes, which were fluffy and delicious.Sad news: Their lease is up in May. The plan is to ramp up the odd weekends to more consistent weekends as it gets closer. So going to plan to visit a few more times before their only location is northern Ontario.And, as always, cash only.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Dani Roldán

Been lucky enough to try their great food on the road at various Pow Wows. Fresh ingredients and a beautiful presentation - make sure to follow them on social media for storefront hours!

Kerrie Ferris

Delicious food! We arrived at about 12:30pm and had to wait maybe 20 minutes but we had expected this. The food is on the pricey side but we defintiely felt it was worth it and we were both more than full after we left! Mt husband had a taco brunchified and I had the McPow Wow. The coffee was delicious and we were blown away by the flavors of the food. The space us cramped sure and staff are busy busy but they are working hard to feed as many people as they can in the que. Will definitely go back to try some soda and a different dish!Please note is is cash only!

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