Fusion & flavour
Explore a world of choice from a diverse variety of international fare, traditional cultural cuisine, gourmet dining at trendy bistros, and all your comfort food faves in authentic local Ma & Pa spots.
Here’s our Top 10 picks for good eats in your neighbourhood.
The Rushton
Described as “fringe inspired French bistro cuisine”, enjoy a lovely upscale mix of creative dishes in a chic environment or out on the elegant patio.
Dutch Dreams
Part tourist destination, all ice cream! This wildly kitschy landmark ice cream parlour serves up 34 flavours in generous scoops, along with signature ice cream desserts, waffles, yogurt, and pints/litres to go.
Cocoa Latte
A hotspot for hot drinks, irresistible desserts, and a fresh variety of breakfast & lunch plates.
Sea Witch Fish & Chips
Authentic fish & chips don’t get any better than this! Add to that fame for being named one of Toronto’s best restaurants, top poutine places and home to one of the best sandwiches, enjoy hefty portions of five kinds of battered to perfection, crunchy, golden fish with sides that will have you coming back for more!
Boom Breakfast & Co.
Definitely one of the best breakfast places in Toronto, enjoy a creative menu of breakfast specials including the likes of Benny Poutine, The Threesome, Adam Spanglish, and an assortment of pancakes to die for.
Pain Perdu
C’est fantastique! This artisanal bakery serves a classic array of French pastries, quiches, and baguettes in a petite café with all the Parisian ambiance you want!
The Stockyards Smokehouse & Larder
Calling all barbecue fans! Buttermilk fried chicken, pulled pork sandwiches, smashed beastly burgers and yes, traditionally smoked BBQ ribs. The diner is small but you best bring a big appetite.
Ferro
Experience authentic, Southern Italian cuisine with a creative spin in a lively family-style scene built around an open kitchen and wood-oven pizzas.
Boom Breakfast & Co.
Savour substance over style in this casual Middle Eastern restaurant that features over 60 traditional mezze “appetizer-style” dishes.
Churrasco of St. Clair
A no frills Portuguese BBQ take-away counter that owns the slogan “the best chicken in the city”, specializing in grilled chicken and Portuguese dishes.