With a closing time at 4 a.m, Rol San is available practically around the clock for dim sum fanatics. The restaurant eschews dim sum carts and makes everything to order, ensuring freshness with every little bamboo-covered dish that comes out of the kitchen and into the remarkably cavernous dining room. It’s minimally decorated, with thin

For more than four deacades, the Rosedale diner has been a staple in the community. Family owned-and operated since 1981, when husband-and-wife team Dubi and Esti Filar took over the space and injecting it with their passion for food and their unwavering commitment for fostering a sense of togetherness. The eatery has consistently earned accolades

Saints Island Pies specializes in pizzas with toppings influenced by Filipino cuisine. With a square shape and thick crust, the pies are best compared to Detroit-style pizzas but feature a rice flour dough and a distinctive tomato sauce made with chilli, garlic, lemongrass and roasted onions. Toppings range from longanisa sausage to coconut braised greens.

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

Dundas Street West has become a sort of “Little Japan” with its variety of eateries peddling everything from cheesecake, matcha soft serve and of course, ramen.

Hailing from the west end of Vancouver, Score Pub Group is inviting us into their world of excess at Score on King: serving up super boozy and colossal caesars, like the Checkmate, $60, that has everything on it but the kitchen sink (seriously, there’s an entire cornish hen on top), you’ll be sure to find

Found on a still-kinda-forlorn stretch of Bloor West, Seoul Shakers has all the trappings of a Leemo Han joint. Along with bartender Inh Huh, the restaurateurs behind the vivacious Pinky’s Ca Phe have opened up a space that is a feast for both the eyes and stomach. A retro vibe permeates the long room, accented

Sisters & Co is a cheerful brunch spot located in Trinity-Bellwoods. Co-owners Hilary, Michelle and Vivian have been friends for over 10 years. They consider themselves to be as close as sisters, giving Sisters & Co its name, and founded the restaurant to celebrate their shared passion for food and hospitality. Sisters & Co specializes

Co-owners and best friends Hilary, Michelle and Vivian founded Sisters & Co on the principles of friendship, diversity and good food. The dishes at this Trinity Bellwoods spot are comprised of simple but fresh ingredients with an Asian flare. The menu features items, like spicy tomato oxtail stew and chicken katsu club sandwich, as well

Occupying the space of the now-defunct live music venue Mount Pleasant Rose is the Smokeshow BBQ and Brew, which offers its own take on how great food, drink and rock ’n’ roll are supposed to be. The food features BBQ favourites like ribs, pulled pork and brisket, and there are many screens for you to

The life of a pitmaster can be a complicated one. The lengthy list of concerns can include any or all of the following: marinades, brines, injections, rubs, wood, fire, sauces, smoke and of course, meat. Just about everything involved is time-consuming. But Alex Rad, owner and chef of the newly opened SmoQue N Bones, is keeping things simple.

After having its soft opening late last month, Soos has officially opened on Ossington, just steps from Oddseoul. Behind the modern Malaysian restaurant is the Soo family, including Tricia (who is the chef) and Zenn. They owned and ran the much-loved Matahari Bar & Grill on Baldwin for 13 years before selling it a few years ago.

The only thing better than going to a bar to watch a Blue Jays game is when that bar literally overlooks the Rogers Centre with floor-to-ceiling windows. Located inside the Toronto Marriott City Centre Hotel, Sportsnet Grill offers up exciting takes on traditional pub fare, like pulled pork mac and cheese, on a menu organized

Good eats at good prices are the name of the game at this cross-country chain. The midtown outpost of St. Louis Bar & Grill is located in a convenient area in the up-and-coming Yonge and Eglinton neighbourhood, perfect for a quick but satisfying pitstop in the middle of running errands. Stop in for an array

North Toronto is smokin’ these days, both literally and figuratively. In recent months, the area around Yonge and Lawrence has seen a slew of new restaurant openings, including Riz, The Burger’s Priest and now a 4,000 square-foot smokehouse called Stack. It’s been busy since it opened.

Storm Crow Manor’s highly anticipated opening has finally come. With two locations already thriving in the pub’s hometown of Vancouver, this particular “sports bar for geeks” will be the company’s most extravagant locale to date. “This is a far departure from anything we’ve ever done,” says General Manager and Games Master Douglas Gregoire, about Storm

This has been the summer of craft beer bars in Toronto: Bar Hop opened on King West, Indie Alehouse is set to open in the Junction, and Bloorcourt Village now has Tallboys Craft Beer House.

For a restaurant that’s been around forever, Taste of China still surprises its enthusiastic clientele of late night diners. The seafood is a focal point (apparent by the live lobsters hanging out in the tanks in the back), but ardent regulars come back for the mix of unapologetic Cantonese flavours in dishes ranging from chop

Experience a playful fusion of traditional Korean cuisine and North American comfort food at Té. This chef-owned gem serves up modern interpretations with love and care. Handcrafted by the chef and her mom, each dish is a labour of culinary magic. Indulge in tea-inspired cocktails, Japanese craft beers, sake, and wine.And make sure to save