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Delica Kitchen
Category: Restaurants Delis Delis [Edit]
1440 Yonge StToronto, ON M4T 1Y5
Neighbourhoods: Yonge and St. Clair, Deer Park
(416) 546-5408
- Price Range:
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$$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Attire:
- Casual
- Good for Groups:
- No
- Good for Kids:
- No
- Takes Reservations:
- No
- Delivery:
- No
- Take Away:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- No
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes
- Wi-Fi:
- No
- Good For:
- Lunch
- Alcohol:
- No
- Noise Level:
- Quiet
- Has TV:
- No
- Caters:
- Yes
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- No
10 reviews for Delica Kitchen
10 reviews in English
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Review from Susie M.
Toronto, ON
11/29/2011
Oh Delica, how I love you so. You are my 'having a bad day', 'having a great day', 'i deserve a special lunch because I did so well on ....', 'I deserve Delica today because that meeting was just truly awful.....".....you get the picture, I use whatever excuse I can to justify buying lunch at Delica, and its turned into a very regular habit.
Everything I've ever had from Delica I've absolutely loved!
The Classic sandwich is delicious, but seems to be a summer menu item (oh how I will miss it), recent try of the pulled turkey sandwich was delish, the grilled cheese with apple is also super yum, I love the tuscan tomato soup, I really loved a salad this summer with fresh Ontario corn, tomatoes, seasoning, and all sorts of other deliciousness in with I think bulger, a green bean tomato salad was also a great item this summer, the mini espresso chocolate dessert things are awesome. And I've also recently discovered their lattes are very very good, and very well priced (cheaper then Starbucks).
So overall you can sense the love, and if you haven't tried this place yet I strongly recommend giving it a try.
I also really like seeing that the owner is very involved and frequently is seen working behind the counter. -
Review from Ashley P.
Toronto, ON
1/30/2012
Went here for lunch based on the good reviews. I ordered the Detox salad and the tomato soup. The soup was fantastic -- tasted home made. It was thick and chunky, like tomtato puree style with a blend of spices. The salad was also quite good with all fresh ingredients. I really enjoyed my meal here and look forward to coming again. A large salad and small soup set me back $12. There was not much seating available, so it's a good place for take out. I saw they have a selection of desserts as well that all looked quite tasty.
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Review from Meena A.
6/17/2011 10 Check-ins Here
There is a reason I come here all the time.
The service is always fresh, welcoming, helpful. I have not met a single person here who doesn't seem to love their job.
And the food, of course - well, there's a reason Delica's walls are papered in positive reviews. The owner has turned classics into fresh surprises. A grilled cheese sandwich can be classy when you add apples and parsley. Oreo cookies too can have their day - handmade from scratch. Even TV Dinners are exciting!
My only complaint about Delica has got to be their pricing. Admittedly, they're in the Yonge and St. Claire area. Nevertheless, anything titled 'TV Dinner' should not cost more than $10 a person. Purchasing a muffin (superfood, I am addicted) and latte in the morning will cost me ~$5. I remember buying a lunch time tuna salad one day and having it cost me over $10!
I know, Delica, I understand, you're serving the professionals that rush into this area everyday. But couldn't you have a place in your heart for the poor students that can't resist your coffee and cookies?Listed in: For the Kind at Heart
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Review from Terry P.
4/23/2011
Cute little European-style sandwich, salad, soup place. I had the "Chef's Creation" sandwich ($9) which rotates weekly and this time was roasted lamb, zucchini, and roasted garlic white bean spread on a panini type bread. The bread was toasted before the sandwich was served to me, which was very nice. The lamb was a little chewy though. I also had a homemade whoopee pie ($2.50) which was lovely and could have satisfied my sweet tooth for the day.
The place is small and there was limited seating on this sunny Saturday afternoon. The food is good but don't go here if you're feeling terribly hungry, unless you want to spend $20 on lunch, and even then I don't think I'd be very full. I would definitely go back here to treat myself, but next time I will add a soup or side salad so that I feel like I had something more substantial (but still get dessert of course). Their sandwich options are listed on their website and are worth a read.
I also took home a "Best Banana Bread" ($2.50) which has dark chocolate and bran, and is pairing perfectly with my afternoon coffee as I write this. -
Review from Precilla C.
Scarborough, ON
3/29/2011 5 photos
Had a very lovely lunch at Delica Kitchen. The place specializes in quick, healthy lunch fares, offering an assortment of sandwiches, salads, soups and baked goods. The place is tiny, but has a friendly and warm vibe.
I tried the Parisienne, with smoked ham, Gruyere cheese, Bosc Pear, roasted garlic aioli, and Dijon mustard on White Flute. It was delicious! I particularly loved the tang of the mustard against the meat and cheese. I also sampled a soup and the chili, both of which are fresh and excellent. However, the strawberry jammie was a bit of a disappointment because it wasn't hot when I had it. The consistency of it resembled a muffin more than a doughnut. But all in all, a really lovely place for lunch.Listed in: Brunch Extravaganza
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Review from Heather B.
Scarborough, ON
4/14/2011
This place reminded me of a european type of style.
I keep walking by this place and in my mind say "next time.. "
Well Next time happened today!
I really enjoyed the food in here - I know it's fresh and unique however I find it really pricey. There is something wrong when you pay $12 for a sandwich.
I ended up with the Tuna Melt.
"Mayo-less white flaked tuna tossed in lemon, olive oil, and fresh rosemary, over-cured tomatoes and asiago cheese on ACE ciabatta piccola" - SO GOOD!
I also got the banana bread with chocolate chips which I wasn't a fan of. I noticed the bran taste right away and then read what was in it and there ya go - BRAN.
Don't try and make it healthy :P
I would definetely go back here but it would have to be a 'treat' - I couldn't afford this place all the time although the food is great. -
Review from Tim C.
Ottawa, ON
11/19/2011
Good soup and sandwiches, though if you get too attached it will turn into an extremely expensive habit. $16 for soup, sandwich, and water, ouch!
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Review from Melinda M.
Toronto, ON
11/24/2009 1 Check-in Here
Welcome to Yonge and St. Clair!!
Having worked at this corner for a few months now, I was starting to worry about limited lunch choices and am happy Delica Kitchen has joined the fray.
The prices are a bit steep, so I probably will not be picking up a $9 Parisienne sandwich more than once in a while. But for that $9 I am getting a gustatory delight! The bread is crusty and warm, the ham is thick and smoky, the cheese is ripe, and the toppings of pear and pickle go well with the Dijon mustard. It's a damn good sandwich.
The menu is pretty extensive, with lots of sammies, salads, soups and sides, so lots of choices will be vying for my lunchtime pleasure. The owner is the daughter of the founders of Ace Bakery, so rest assured there will always be good bread.
Delica opens at 7:30am and serves coffees, eggs and baked goods. I am ready to check out their strawberry jammies donut concoctions ($2.50). Everything is made fresh at Delica and I'm sure they are organic when possible, etc etc. Toronto foodie buzzwords etc etc.
This is mostly a take-out place, with a long counter covering half the space. Towards the back across from the cash are some chairs at a little counter against the wall.
The place is clean and sparsely decorated, with lots of white and black posters on the walls with pithy sayings like, "If you have to choose between butter and margarine, trust the cow before the chemist". If not an original sentiment, it is cleverly presented.
I say again, Delica, welcome to the neighborhood. I am sure we will be friends. Maybe not best friends because you're pricy, but friends nonetheless.Listed in: FTRs, To-go, Lunch at Yonge/St. Clair
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Review from Luke A.
4/25/2010
Stopped here after a long walk through the Moore Park ravine, and the Aye Caramba sandwich -- flank steak with tomatillo and corn salsa in fresh bread -- was just what the doctor ordered. While the portions aren't huge (especially given the somewhat high prices) the food seems artfully prepared with high quality ingredients. Oh, and did I mention delicious? My companion had a small bowl of chili which was also very appetizing and featured chunks of steak rather than ground beef.
If you're near St. Clair and Yonge, this is definitely a nice place to pick up lunch to go. (They have a few seats, including a couple stools on the street, but mostly it's just a counter.) They also have a few take-out dinner options and they do catering. -
Review from Gloria R.
Toronto, ON
3/1/2011 2 Check-ins Here
As a self-proclaimed Euro-food-snob, (translation: I have European sensibilities, and I am pretentious about good food) Delica Kitchen deserves my four stars. Everything is made fresh and with a dash of sophistication. The ambiance is a simple treat. If you're looking for a quick escape at lunch, or a treat with a friend, this is a great little spot in mid-town Toronto. My favourites are their almond-butter cookie or the home made oreo cookie accompanied by a well-made latte. The staff are lovely as well, so say hello to Devon, Andy or Maria when you're there! Tell them that Gloria recommended you :)
