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Grenadier Cafe in High Park
High Park is a beloved green space in Toronto, offering a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. Nestled in the heart of the park is the Grenadier Cafe, a charming restaurant that has been serving the community since the mid-1980s. The restaurant offers all-day breakfast as well as lunch and dinner…
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San Francesco Sandwiches on Clinton Street in Toronto
San Francesco’s has been serving up some of the best sandwiches in Toronto for over 60 years. The Clinton location in Little Italy holds a special place in the hearts of San Francesco’s fans, as it’s the OG San Fran – the very first storefront that opened its doors to customers in the early 1950s.…
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Johnny’s Hamburgers in Scarborough
Johnny’s has flipped more than 3 million burgers since 1967. This family-owned burger joint is a true landmark at the corner of Victoria Park and Sheppard in Scarborough, in Toronto’s east end. Johnny’s Hamburgers is a true no-frills, old-school burger joint with prices that have remained very affordable throughout the years. In a time when…
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Square Boy on the Danforth
Square Boy is a family-owned restaurant located at 875 Danforth Avenue in Toronto’s Greektown, serving classic and affordable diner fare for over 50 years. As one of the cheapest and most beloved eateries in Toronto, this iconic restaurant has been a local favourite since 1964. Known for its generous portions and reasonable prices, Square Boy…
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Pret A Manger at A&W on Lake Shore
Pret A Manger is a UK-based sandwich and coffee chain that opened its first shop in 1986 in London. Pret is known for using fresh, natural, and organic ingredients in their food with an emphasis on healthy options. The first time we went into one when travelling in the UK I loved it; the service…
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Just Opened: BBQ @ Bloor
This brand new Bloor West Village barbecue restaurant opened its doors on March 18th. BBQ @ Bloor serves smoked and grilled chicken, ribs and wings and fire-tossed burgers. Everything is cooked low and slow at BBQ @ Bloor and served with a side of secret sauce, coleslaw and fries. The menu offers ten different varieties…
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Scotty Bons Caribbean Grill on The Queensway
Scotch bonnet peppers are a crucial component of Caribbean cuisine, and the inspiration for the name of this terrific eatery. Scotty Bons offers traditional Caribbean dishes with a Western infusion. Here’s the jerk chicken bowl with rice and peas, Scotty rice, coleslaw, pineapple corn, and creamy Scotty sauce. Also on the menu: jerk shrimp, curry…
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Tokyo Sushi on the Queensway in South Etobicoke
One of my favourite takeout sushi restaurants in Toronto is Tokyo Sushi. I remember being very excited when it opened about ten years ago on the Queensway, because there weren’t very many sushi spots in the neighbourhood. Many have come and gone since then, but I’m very happy that Tokyo Sushi is still here. It’s…
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Chodang Soon Tofu in Etobicoke
If you enjoy tofu, especially tofu that is made fresh daily on site, you have to pay a visit to Chodang Soon Tofu in Etobicoke. They make their creamy silky smooth tofu every morning. The menu is traditional Korean and the tofu stews come with lots of tasty savoury sides including fried fish, bean sprouts,…