Essence Bistro

140 Woodbridge Ave, Woodbridge
(647) 812-0927

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Duck Leg Confit

Menu

MAINS BRUNCH
Tenoch Sando
Brioche bun, sunny egg, cheese Cheech, garlic aioli choice of avocado, or bacon included.
Essence Chop Salad (Vegetarian)
Grains, 100-kilometer greens, cucumber, sweet potato, seeds, pickled onions, heirloom tomatoes, croutons, cilantro ranch, and soft egg.
Breakfast Taco (Gluten Free)
Choice of mushrooms or chicken pibil, avocado salsa, fried egg, and tortillas.
Completo (Gluten Free)
Fried eggs, chicken pibil, refried beans, heirloom tomatoes, and tortillas.

MAINS DINNER
140 Burger
Brioche bun, aged beef, cheese Cheech, house ketchup, tomato, lettuce, and kettle chips.
Tamal Verde (Gluten Free, Vegan)
Collard greens, green masa, red eggplant, pistachio sikil pak
Duck Tamal (Gluten Free)
Mancha mantel dough, tomato salsa, almond sesame cream, and poblano duck confit.
Pollo a la carretera (Gluten Free)
Potatoes cambray, roasted onion, tomato jus

TACOS
Asada Taco (For 2 Tacos)
Aged beef, pepper, salsa, and cotija cheese.
Rajas Poblanas Taco (Vegetarian) (For 2 Tacos)
Triple cheese and potato crumb.
Pollo Pibil Taco (For 2 Tacos)
Achiote roasted chicken, orange, lemon, pickled onions, and haba-nada.
Mushrooms Al Ajillo Taco (Vegetarian) (For 2 Tacos)
Roasted mixed mushrooms, soy umami sauce, pickled onions, and cilantro.

APPETIZERS
Salsa and Chips (Gluten Free and Vegan)
9 of chef's mild to hot salsas, chip mix.

MAINS LUNCH
Tenoch Sando
Brioche bun, sunny egg, cheese Cheech, garlic aioli choice of avocado, or bacon included.
140 Burger
Brioche bun, aged beef, cheese Cheech, house ketchup, tomato, lettuce, and kettle chips.
Half chicken
Citrus vinaigrette, rice
Essence Chop Salad (Vegetarian)
Grains, 100-kilometer greens, cucumber, sweet potato, seeds, pickled onions, heirloom tomatoes, croutons, cilantro ranch, and soft egg.

DESSERTS LUNCH AND BRUNCH

Carrot Cake
Carrots, gf quick oats, gluten-free all-purpose flour, ground flax seeds, coconut sugar, cinnamon, clove, nutmeg, coconut oil, vanilla extract, almond milk, and coconut yogurt icing (lemon juice, maple syrup).
Super Seed Cookies
Gf whole oats, bananas, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, walnuts, chocolate chips, cranberries, and cinnamon.
Almond Cookie
Almond butter, monk fruit, salt, vanilla, and cream of tartar.
Pecan Pie Bar
Cassava flour, coconut oil, maple syrup, salt, coconut sugar, and pecans.
Walnut Sugar Cookie
Almond flour, monk fruit, walnuts, salt, vanilla, coconut oil, and 100 percent dark chocolate.
Sweet Potato Brownies
Gf quick oats, sweet potato puree, almond butter, cacao, maple syrup, coconut oil, flax seeds, semi-sweet chocolate chips, brownie icing (almond butter, cacao, maple syrup).
Pistachio Bar
Coconut flour, coconut oil, maple syrup, salt, almond butter, vanilla, pistachios, and semi-sweet chocolate chips.
Chocolate Brownies
Sweet potato/nut base, yoghurt, sesame snow

APPETIZERS
Salsa and Chips (Gluten Free and Vegan)
9 of chef's mild to hot salsas, chip mix.

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Recent Reviews

Essence Restaurant – A Culinary Jewel in Historic Woodbridge
Tucked away in the heart of Woodbridge’s charming historic district lies a hidden gem for discerning food lovers: Essence Restaurant. This intimate spot doesn’t just serve dinner; it curates an experience that feels worthy of a Michelin nod.

Our evening began with an eggplant appetizer that set the tone for the meal—delicately prepared, with a perfect balance of smokiness and subtle...
August 2025
My first dinner at Essence, and what a truly amazing experience. The staff is timely and very attentive with a smile for all who come through the door. The food was quality for the price and each dish was meticulously assembled to perfection! Please give this little bistro your time and attention, and I promise you won’t be sorry! I cannot wait for our next visit!
July 2025
My first time here for dinner and I was absolutely blown away. From the outstanding service and incredible food to the warm, inviting atmosphere—everything was phenomenal. Our waitress was so kind and welcoming, making us feel right at home. The food was to die for, and the chef even came by to greet us toward the end of our meal—he was genuinely kind and gracious. We were also offered several in-house dishes and desserts to sample, which we truly appreciated. This place is...
July 2025

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Essence Bistro

140 Woodbridge Ave, Woodbridge, ON L4L 4K9
(647) 812-0927