True to its name, this salad bar is bringing greens to the Forest Hill neighbourhood. With dishes that pay homage to local hotspots and international destinations, each salad is bursting with fresh flavours and ingredients that are sure to satisfy without compromising your health or your wallet. There are also bowls that come with rice
Gabby’s has been serving up comfort fare across the city since 1989. Each location across the GTA – from Mississauga to Scarborough – offers daily specials and happy hour deals, with options like chicken wings (which are half off on Mondays and Wednesdays), made-to-order tenders, Nashville hot chicken sandwiches and more meeting shareables like garlic
This no-frills space is known for its takeout window that hands out deliciousness on the streets of Parkdale. From its iconic breakfast sandwiches to its mouthwatering burgers to its plant-forward options, everything is sure to satisfy your stomach without hurting your wallet — every sandwich is $12 or less. And, it’s all wrapped in gold
True to Texan barbecue, this Thornhill eatery cooks everything to perfection – slowly on low heat. The quality cuts of meat come in sandwiches, platters and standalone dishes like baby back ribs and prime brisket. The sides are no less American, ranging from mac n cheese to baked beans to creamy slaw. There’s also a
This neighbourhood bakery is one of the most famous in Toronto – with good reason. It’s been home to the iconic “Big Slice” since 2004, and its baked goods are not to be missed. Italian classics like cannoli, sfoglie, tiramisu and bombe are made fresh using traditional family recipes and meet lasagna, several flavours of
Pastry Chef Olga Spivak’s East End gem specializes in croissants and laminated dough – over 500 flavours of the former have graced the tummies of Torontonians. But Le Beau also offers seasonal, European-inspired pastries and espresso-based drinks in a relaxed, minimalist setting, true to the French settings where Spivak trained. Each croissant is made from
This Leslieville haunt has become a neighbourhood favourite for its bright, airy space – and it’s delicious offerings served in unique fashion. Leslie’s serves its hearty sandwiches in convenient lunchboxes – complete with handles – and allow guests to choose how meals are customized. It’s open every day until 6 p.m., and the menu boasts
After a seven-year culinary journey, Los Compas Tacos opened in 2023 with a clear mission: to bring the vibrant flavours found in traditional Mexican taquerias to Toronto. It brings authentic Mexican street food north of the border with high-quality ingredients, with tacos, burritos, quasedillas, bowls, tortas, volcanes and gringas – which is melted cheese between
This Mexican eatery keeps it simple, offering margaritas, tacos, and small place in a humble, homey Cabbagetown space. But there’s nothing subtle about the flavours or the presentation of the food: everything is pleasing to the eye and to the stomach. A rotating seasonal menu offers a ton of options for vegetarians and meat-eaters alike,
Take a trip to Tulum without leaving Toronto thanks to Molkagtez’s good eats, good parties and secret backyard patios. With weekly specials like $5 tacos and domestic beer deals, it’s easy to get caught up in the fun. But don’t miss the food that comes in a volcano bowl, or a molcagete, which comes with
Padaria is a Brazilian bakery with no shortage of goodness or cozy vibes. With both sweet and savoury options on offer, there’s something for every craving. Brigadeiro in various sizes, loaf cakes and tarts are joined by pao frances, empadas and coxinha to round out a menu that’s full of flavour. Party kits and frozen
Located inside Pacific Mall, this restaurant is, as the name suggests, famous for its Peking Duck. But it has a ton of options on the menu, ranging from dim sum to fried rice, fried noodles, soup and a variety of meat and vegetable dishes. There are also a variety of combos that feed different amounts
“Everything you never knew you needed” is this restaurant’s slogan, and with good reason. The takeout menu at Pepper’s Food and Drink is stacked with comfort foods that can make even the most stressful days better, like loaded chili cheese fries, spaghetti with fried chicken and rice, and a garden salad with buttermilk ranch and
Philoxenia means “friends to the stranger,” a feeling that is instantly met when you step inside this fine-dining Greek restaurant. Located on Yonge Street in Thornhill, Philoxenia offers traditional Mediterranean food with a haute cuisine twist. Outside, the walls are decorated in the same blue and white that is found on the Greek flag. Inside,
Placos Tacos opened its doors to the Kensington Market neighbourhood in February 2024, and the party hasn’t slowed down since. There’s a live DJ on Sundays, a relaxed atmosphere, and really good food. Handcrafted tacos, burritos and other Mexican dishes meet mouthwatering micheladas and homemade chilaquiles. The tacos are on special Mondays and Thursdays on
Born in the middle of the pandemic, Puerto Bravo is a family-run business that started with humble beginnings: by selling food from the family’s kitchen on a Facebook page. After positive feedback and a good deal of success, they finally decided to open up a permanent location. Puerto Bravo is now a takeout-only eatery in
Leslieville’s best-kept secret may just be the Queen’s Head Pub’s back patio. On it, guests can enjoy one of the daily drink specials or chomp down on delicious eats from the globally inspired menu, which includes dishes like Thai spring rolls, curried mussels, baja fish tacos, homemade French onion soup, and chicken wings. The kitchen
Richmond Station, located at the edge of the financial district at Yonge and Richmond — steps from busy subway thoroughfare — is a play on a train station stop for Toronto locals on their way home. Downstairs is a casual tavern-inspired space with high ceilings and white subway tile. Black and white photos of the
Found on an ever-livelier strip of Dundas West, Sakai Bar is easy to miss while walking by. But once inside, it’s unforgettable. The slender room boasts tables to one side and a bar at the back, with soft Japanese-style light fixtures and screens lending it a tranquil vibe. Leather-bound menus house a diverse sake list
Named after the national flower of the Philippines, this spot has a busy, convivial interior that feels more like a decades-old community hall than a restaurant. Despite the clubhouse atmosphere, the staff is welcoming and friendly with newcomers. Every restaurant should copy one idea from SV’s playbook: two of their specialties, the pancit Sampaguita and