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The quality of service and food here are very reliable and consistent. We've walked in a bunch of times and not had a problem getting a table.
HOWEVER, I would highly recommend that you request to be seated in the main dining room, as opposed to the back room which is desperately in need of insulation and greater staffing. We once brought a party of 6 and were seated in the back near another large and LOUD group; we could barely hear ourselves think. This is a minor point, really.
The coffee creme brulee is terrific.
Blah.
I spent a while trying to figure out a good reason to go here.
I mean, the food's unspectacular. The ambiance is kinda played-out. The portions are smallish. There really isn't much selection. It's very expensive for what it is.
But... they do have a really cool fluorescent alphabet sign on the wall.
It's what suckered us inside in the first place.... and ended up being the most memorable thing about our meal. It's really quite wonderful. All of the letters are there. You can combine them to spell any word.
While this neon-induced do-it-yourself wheel-of-fortune fantasyland can take you so far, in the end you're left hungry and unsatisfied.
BL_H.
I'd like to buy a vowel, please.
Delux has been my favourite regular place now for several months if not a year now.
The place has a beautiful vibe and feel, and my partner and I take family and friends here with confidence. The staff really make the experience, they know how to tell you about the food, what to expect, etc. They've been helpful in picking wines--btw the Hungarian (not sure if it's available still) was a great find.
The steak frites is a favorite. Scallops are beautiful.
Deserts ... the crème brulée is a superlative. Not on the menu any more, but there was an exquisite pastry desert.
Unlike Boehmer across the street, Delux is a little more in tune with the Ossington/Queen W vibe, if I can put it that way. Not trying quite so hard (and by that I don't mean working hard, just, cooler).
Btw.. the bread that comes with every meal is, I believe, house made, and has a beautiful unique texture and flavour.
The Cuban sandwich was super tasty. We're visiting from out of town and were taken here by our local friends. I really liked the atmosphere and the service was great....we did have to wait for water refills a few times, but the waiters were obviously slammed and doing the best they could so it wasn't a major demerit. We got a Cuban to share for the table as an app and I got the roast chicken as my main. We got the fresh baked cookies for dessert as well as this interesting peach and cream thing. The cookies were gooey and warm, but not the best cookies I've had. Didn't stop me from eating them though! The peach dessert was a really interesting complex dish. I'm not usually a fan of fruit desserts but you could tell a lot of thought and effort went into it's creation, which I can appreciate. Overall I really enjoyed our meal here and would come back...
I took my friend here for her birthday and I had been warned ahead of time that it gets expensive so I came strapped and prepared.
The atmosphere is great. Some nice exposed brick and an overall simple vibe, with a nice little bar and kitchen in the back. I felt comfortable as soon as I walked in and having two super-friendly servers made me feel even more at home. Our waiter was knowledgeable and genuinely seemed pleased to serve us! Started off with some Kronenbourg draft (one of my favourites that I seldom see at bars, let alone in draft form) but they only came in half-pints. Which I guess makes sense for a French restaurant.
Now the food tastes amazing... But I was a pretty hungry lad and the portions are very small. I ordered a romaine lettuce salad which was delicious, but it was very minimal. Same goes for the duck, which was the size of a baby chick. The flavours are out of this world though but I am a simple man and was looking for something more filling. So you might not want to assume going on an empty stomach is a smart plan.
We went full-on this night... We even had some dessert and fruit wine to end the evening. The dessert was fantastic. I had a coffee creme brule! In total we had appetizers, mains, dessert, a bottle of wine and dessert wine as well. For two people the total (with generous tip) was 260 dollars!
So definitely not for the poor. But if you want to impress someone on a date I can't recommend this place enough. I think the thing I was more impressed with was the service. It just couldn't get any better in my opinion. Mind you there were only about 3-4 other tables when we were there, so when the place is packed it might be slower. The overall vibe of Delux is perfect. Will definitely be coming back when I can afford to spend a bill on one dinner.
I went back today and tried the pressed cubano (with fries) for lunch.
The cubano was delicious, but very gooey and messy, and *very* salty. It actually didn't feel very cuban to me.
The fries were very, very good.
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I actually decided to go to Delux because of the positive reviews on Yelp.
Here's what you'll find. An exceptionally knowledgeable and approachable staff. A straight-forward menu with a great variety of local options. A hip (but not too-cool-for-school) atmosphere. And an excellent meal without much buyer's regret (Dinner for two with booze, 3 courses, tax and tip was $130).
Since I made a reservation at the last minute (a reservation is a MUST for any night, not just the weekends) my partner in dine and I were added to one of the two communal tables in the back. "Great" I thought, good food and a chance to mingle. Unfortunately, my partner and I were the only two in this room for the first half of our meal. It certainly didn't take away from the meal, but we felt a little "left out" as you could hear the laughter and commotion from the front room. Unless you want a really private dinner, I suggest asking if there are other reservations for the communal table when you go. And we'll be going again for sure.
Delux has the whole french bistro dining thing down to a pat from food, decor to service. I'm not sure why I had been putting off a visit to this resto for some time now, most likely I was fearful of competing against the crowds that flock to this place nightly!
Anyways I'm certainly glad I paid no mind to that recently managing a couple of visits in the past few months. This spot is located on the tail end of Ossington near Queen and carries an industrial chic decor inside with the flourescent bulb fixtures hanging overhead, white cement walls to the awesome alphabet art installation that is situated on one wall. Service is charming, attentive and professional, definitely none of that too cool for school attitude that I was worried about.
I had the steak frites which was not as really well seasoned but it was tender to say the least-it's a flat iron cut which is not my favourite cut when I have steak in mind. The accompanying fries were knockouts, true bistro frites, crispy on the outside yet soft inside with the slightest trace of nutty peanut oil. On another visit I had the cubano which is truly an awesome sandwich, a tasty menage a trois between home baked bread, cheese and pork. Between expertly grilled bread there's molasses cured pork, ham, gruyere cheese, red onion, grainy mustard and cornichons-an explosion of sweet, sour and savory all in a few bites.
There must be some good bakers out in the kitchen because the homebaked bread I had to start and the bread in the sandwich was soft, sweet and had a perfect crust. Desserts are good and in-house made here, the cuban coffee creme brulee is a real treat as is the seasonal strawberry rhubarb shortcake. Wine list has some unique ones quite a few from niagara region.
Delux ranks up there with my favourite bistros in Toronto, it offers good value, great service and well executed food.
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Let me preface this review by saying that the service was so slow I can only assume one of their servers called in sick. There were only two servers on the floor (and no bartender or any other wait staff) which was nowhere near enough. I went there last weekend, and was disappointed at having a long wait between every step of the meal (including even ordering drinks).
For an appetizer myself and my companion ordered two orders of the chickpea fries on the servers recommendation that one would not be enough. The fries were pretty tasty (I have never had chickpea fries before, so I have nothing to compare them too) but two orders was way too much. I barely made it through my order and my friend barely finished half of hers.
What seemed like hours later, our main course arrived. I had the 'crispy duck' which was more tough than crispy. It was served on a bed of lentils, which I felt were completely unremarkable. I have made better lentils at home. My friend had the red snapper which was much better. Personally I thought it was just ok, but my friend really enjoyed it.
However, the highlight of the meal was the freshly baked chocolate chip cookies we had for desert. If you do end up going here, you must order these! Delicious!!!
They were also pretty generous in filling up my wine glass, which was nice.
All in all, I think the poor service probably tainted my experience. I probably won't go back here, but if the service improved it could be a decent place.
My new favourite restaurant in the city.
We went for a special occasion and the staff couldn't have been more helpful. I had arranged a surprise at the end of the meal and I felt as though the staff were nearly as excited as I was for it.
The food was unbelievable and the portions are generous: I don't see the need in ordering the extra sides. I met the chef, Corinna, and she couldn't have been more pleasant (or darling!)
The wine list is reasonably priced, along with the food. I understand now why the place has diners coming in until 10:00 at night.
A new one on Ossington wihch is just across from Foxley. Billed as French-Cuban but mostly a French menu. A bare interior but with a warm atmosphere. Limited seating and ask for a booth when making a reservation for 4. The menu is limited but has several few gems.
The charcuterie was smaller portions but marked by a tasty duck breast/ foie gras terrine. A celery root soup was flavorful. The much raved Cubano lived up to billing. Just the right mix of meaty crunchiness.
A braised short rib was very soft and hearty. Steak frites consisted of a flat-iron steak, smoky and tender. The fries in this place are a perfect balance of starch and crunch.
The one thing you MUST have and definitely earns a star on its own is the warm homemade chocolate chip cookies. Beautifully moist and crumble soft. Order with a steamed milk. YUM.
Overall, definitely worth another visit.
Ossington isn't exactly the culinary destination in Toronto, but that doesn't mean it can't have its fair share of great eateries.
Delux is just that, a sort of fish out of water in an area known more for discarded box springs and hobos than fine cuisine. But the ambiance in this little French bistro is strong enough to make you forget where you are and just enjoy your surroundings.
I shared a molasses pulled pork sandwich and fries with a friend, and of a bottle of wine of course, and the food was just delicious. The pork was tender and juicy and smothered between two slices of homemade bread. The fries were also perfect - crispy and light and not greasy in the slightest. The waiter we had was friendly and amicable and we chatted about the resaturant's hours and how business was going.
The wine was also very tasty - a dry fresh white with may not have been the best pairing with pork but it was tasty none the less. The food wasn't too expensive either, considering the tastiness of the meal!
If you're looking for a new hot spot to hit up, away from where all the normal foodies like to hang, Delux is it!
Delux is a restaurant I expected to be better than it actually was. The restaurant was not bad, but it also didn't strike me as particularly good. I really have nothing else to say about it.
Trendy spot in the heart of the must-be-there Ossington strip, but the food is mediocre and overpriced. Avoid the steak at all costs.
The 4 of us went to Delux on a Friday night, and despite a reservation waitied for our table. The service is good and helpful, and the menu, while spares, had some interesting options.
Overall, the portion sizes are small. You get 6 chickpea frites for $5, which seemed excessive (though they are excellent). The $10 goat cheese salad was a small pile of greens, and 1 crusted puck of cheese. While tasty, it was not exactly innovative cuisine.
The real disaster was the steak frites. On their recommendation, I took it medium rare which didn't put me off. What was horrific was the texture. The meat was very lean and sinewy, and tasted more like a $3 special at No-Frills than a $21 entree. Since you only get 7 strips of pre-cut steak, it was particularly appalling.
With so many great places to eat in the city, I can't say this is worth the money.
It appears that the point where Ossington meets Queen is not just reserved for really shady looking karaoke bars and the mentally ill (http://www.yelp.ca/biz...). Not only do we have a dandy drinking hole in Sweaty Betty's (http://www.yelp.ca/biz...), but we also have a newly-opened restaurant that serves up dandy food in the form of Delux.
One of the fun things about Delux is that you need to know its there in order to find it. Hiding on Ossington doesn't really help, and neither does a street sign with a single arrow pointing to the door, unless you know where you're going. Your ability to find the place will be a rich reward. No worries. Once your in, you're taken away from the albeit roughness of Ossington to a modern monochromatic dining area. Seating is ample, and the food rich and well plated. I ended up ordering the duck off the menu upon recommendation by the servers and was anything but disappointed. The freshness of the ingredients is showcased prominently in the resultant dishes.
The wine list is ample. The post-supper liquors and liqueurs are sufficient. The restaurant as a whole is so inviting it can easily be the focus of the evening instead of a part of a larger night. Worth fighting your way down Ossington for.
I used to think of Ossington as a street only to be trodden on if you were scouting locations for a murder scene or looking to buy illegal weapons from a guy named Buddy X.
But Ossington has become quite a hot spot in recent years with bars, restaurants, and galleries popping up rapidly on its southern blocks. Among the hubbub is a very notable little place known as Delux, a French Bistro that is coolly stripped down to its naked elements - concrete walls et al. The décor though definitely atmospheric leaves something to be desired, which is a good thing, because the food is most definitely desirable and fills in any gaps that the space itself may leave open.
Definitely check out the address before going to this place because it's one of those places that is way too cool to put up a sign. God knows I walked by the place as many time as it takes to fight with your boyfriend 3 times before arriving.
Excellent bistro/cafe on the newly fashionable Ossington Avenue. Those in the know have been flocking here before the masses find it. Very good overall for food, wine and service. Pricey but worth it. Avoid the tiny oyster appetizer for $15. A small, cool, simple interior. The light fixtures made of bundled fluorescent tubes are great.
Where is the half star option so that I can give this the Goldilocks rating of 3.5? I rolled into Delux with high expectations on a Wednesday night with the city in a full-blown table drought (Delux was not our first stop in attempting to secure a table that evening). What recession, eh? Oh yeah, the food... How was it? Not bad. Not great. Just plain good. I had the chicken and my buddy had the steak. The preparations were solid and the presentation was what you'd expect . With a glass of Chilean Cab each we were out the door around the $80 mark (before tip). And therein lies the problem with this joint. The food is good. The room is nice. The service is more than acceptable. However, I think it's simply a bit too pricey for what you get. If I were to try and quantify just how overpriced I think the place is I would say "10%" My rationale here is that I fee like I would have been smiling at a low $70 check versus the low $80 we had to deal with. In simplest terms, I would say you get more mileage for your money elsewhere. I would think twice before going back to Delux given the myriad of options in this stratum of restaurants. Ossington, Ossington, Ossington...
It's kinda small and you have to plan early to get a table reservation. The steak-frites is a work of art. Keep it up.
My husband and I had n excellent relaxing dinner at Deluxe yesterday night.. The space itself is very modern, with a calm but interesting and warm decor; the tables were comfortable and romantic. I ordered a market salad consisting of a combination cooked and raw local vegetables. It was very good - all vegetables amazingly fresh, young, and perfectly cooked with an interesting dressing. My second course, sablefish, was also perfectly cooked and served with a nice french sauce on the side... My husband ordered mussels and another fish dish - both of which he liked. Overall, a professional-chef-level-executed creative meal at a very reasonable price. We will definitely be back
Got two lucky bar stools when the place was packed. I went when I was not that hungry and I loved it. Was there on a good night for people watching.
Toronto, ON
Toronto, ON
Toronto, ON
Toronto, ON
Neighborhood: Little Italy
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