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Grapefruit Moon
Category: Restaurants Breakfast & Brunch Breakfast & Brunch [Edit]
968 Bathurst StToronto, ON M5R 3G6
Neighbourhoods: The Annex, Seaton Village
(416) 534-9056
- Hours:
Mon-Fri 8 am - 1 am
Sat-Sun 9 am - 4 pm
- Good for Groups:
- No
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Street
- Attire:
- Casual
- Price Range:
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$$
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
- Delivery:
- No
- Take Away:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes
- Wi-Fi:
- No
- Good For:
- Breakfast, Brunch
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Noise Level:
- Average
- Ambience:
- Casual
- Has TV:
- No
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
38 reviews for Grapefruit Moon
Review Highlights
"I recommend the huevos rancheros or the breakfast burrito."
(in 8 reviews)
"...one thing I will give them, their hot sauce is SOO good."
(in 7 reviews)
"FYI- you seat yourself on both the patio and indoors."
(in 12 reviews)
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38 reviews in English
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Review from Roma M.
11/29/2011
I'm a sucker for comfort food and Grapefruit Moon delivers.
I've tried their sandwiches (Hoser, eh? and B.L.T), all day breakfast and fish and chips. Though not everything is out-of-this-world amazing, it's been very good.
They make really good espresso-based drinks and the hot chocolate is heart-warming, though not overly sweet.
The service is fabulous, and I've never felt pressured to speed up my conversation or meal.
+1 for unpretentious environment.
Vegetarian friendly.Listed in: My 30-Day Yelp-athon: Nov, Vegetarians
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Review from Natalie T.
East York, ON
1/8/2012
VIBE
Grapefruit Moon (or GM) really feels like a neighbourhood hang. Lots of young friends hanging out here on a Saturday morning. In the front, there's lots of light streaming in from the windows and people lined up waiting to get a seat. But you won't wait too long. The decor is an eclectic mishmash of tchotkes and the dishware doesn't match -- all part of its charm. Service is friendly but no-nonsense. They're a wee busy!
WE ATE
My friend had the breakfast quesadilla - eggs, black beans, and cheese - full of flavour. It's hard for me to resist liking a quesadilla when I had a bite. I had the breakfast special of the brie and avocado grilled cheese. I love both of these foods and together they create a good texture but there was no flavour. The homefries were spot on and salty, just the way I like it. I might go for the basic eggs and bacon if I come back.
OBLIGATORY CATCHY REMARK
A grapefruit moon is not something you think of. It's odd and quirky. That's this place but it makes you feel cozy. A nice staple in the Annex.Listed in: Top O' The Morning
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Review from Em M.
Toronto, ON
11/22/2011
the food is always super and there's something on the menu for everyone, regardless of dietary proclivities. the beer selection is top notch. and there is no better brunch patio in TO. but I wish that one server would get over himself. he knows who he is.
also can I just say, I really love their bathrooms. -
Review from Anthony L.
1/30/2012
my wife & i came here 3 times: first time was great, second time was OK, third time was pretty terrible. while the service each time left much to be desired, the food on our first visit at least made up for that...however, each subsequent visit felt like a downgrade. since we visited at such radically different times (late night dinner, early-afternoon brunch, mid-day early dinner), i can't be sure if the good, the bad or the ugly was their "off-day"...
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Review from Zoe R.
8/2/2011 ROTD 9/4/2011
On a quest
for the best
place to bring a group of 10
we did end
up tonight
at this place called Grapefruit Moon.
Service was fast
food did not last
though it took forever to get here
unlike the beer
the vibe was right
but we had to reconsider all pros and cons soon.
yay's:
-casual environment;
-prices were reasonable;
-o.k. background music (anywhere from indie/folk/80s);
-food was tasty;
-vegan, veg, and omnivorous options;
-family friendly (lots of kids in sight; sticker on the front door says that breastfeeding is welcome; kids' section near the back of the restaurant);
-has a nice patio;
-wicked grapefruity name (why don't they offer more grapefruit infused options? :) ).
nay's:
--understaffed/underattentive tonight, we noticed that we waited a while for the food to arrive. One table of two came in but then eventually got up b/c they were frustrated in how much they had to wait to be better served;
--small kitchen area = probable slow arrival of food (like tonight);
--seats/benches near front door means that you'll have the company of flies and fruit flies during dinnertime. Not sure why this was, but we kept hoping the flies would buzz off...
Would I go again? When the mood strikes, yes. It's making me want to visit Sadie's again, to refresh myself and do a comparison. -
Review from Emma A.
Toronto, ON
10/15/2011
Fantastic. Good beer choices, fantastic food, wonderful ambiance. The patio is wonderful, though they could do with better quality chairs.
I've had every meal of the day there, and they've all been fantastic. Usually I only order them because I go for drinks but can't turn down the amazing food on the menu...
Expect to have trouble getting a seat at breakfast or late on weekends, though. It's pretty tiny! -
Review from D K.
Toronto, ON
9/20/2011
Located on Bathurst, 2 bustops north of Bloor, this small joint is a hidden gem in a cozy neighbourhood for basic diner-lunch type food.
You can also have beers there to even into the wee hours in the morning (Thurs to Sat I believe). There is a patio too.
This place also has a special place in my heart because I used to live right above it in the 80's (it used to be a smoky, greasy Chinese take out place) while my parents had a shop right beside it.
Food I find is good to "oh, that's quite good". Make sure to ask for their hot sauce (fresh, pepper creole sauce type). Great for a low-key, unrushed date, or just a place to enjoy a snack, meal or drink in a relaxed enviornment.
Note, if you try to go for brunch on the weekend, it may be really crowded! (family and neighbourhood hot spot) -
Review from jenna m.
11/9/2011
Grapefruit Moon located on Bathurst Street is a pretty sweet little cafe. The interior of the cafe is very quant and charming with kitschy decor. The breakfast menu is rather large but simple allowing classic breakfast ingredients to dominate the flavour. I really enjoy the infusion of Mexican and breakfast and Grapefruit has a few Spanish options. Delicioso! The lunch menu has a large selection of quesadillas as well. I have sampled a couple of breakfast items and the simplicity of the dishes works very well. Prices are reasonable, mostly under $10 for a tasty sandwich or breakfast entrée. My favorite part of Grapefruit is the outdoor patio that has an old claw foot bath tub full of flowers! I love this. Because I'm still in love with you on this grapefruit moon=)
Listed in: best brunch joints in Toronto
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Review from Molloy J.
Toronto, ON
11/29/2011
It's ok. It's a wee little dumpy place that has some charm. I've been there three times, unfortunately there was something wrong every time. The first time I went, we ordered 3 lattes and got 2, we waited and waited and waited. Eventually my friend went to see what was wrong and was told it was on its way. We waited, we went back again (the server never came to the table) and we were told there was something wrong with the coffee machine. So we said forget it.
The second time we ordered teas with our meals and they never came.
The third time was on a cold night and there was no heating, the place was FREEZING, on top of that the server fucked up one of the pints, but he did comp it so I guess we can't complain about that. But it was freezing, so I'm avoiding it for the rest of Winter. -
Review from Lisa N.
8/29/2011
This brunch spot is fantastic. I was a little nervous going to place with great reviews based on weekend brunch on a Monday, but the food and service was awesome. I especially liked their outdoor side seating. We were pleasantly surprised by the welcoming interior of the restaurant and seating among other weekday brunchers outside. The food leans on Mexican-esque dishes and affordable prices. Glad the World of Yelp lead me to another great suggestion!
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Review from Amelia B.
Toronto, ON
2/23/2011
Here's basically the top 5 reasons why I liked this place:
1. Great Atmosphere
2. Great potatoes on the side when you order breakfast
3. I love the coffee mugs - no two were the same!
4. I would recommend the vegan sandwich which was a delight!
5. I loved the assortment of beers and wines!
My only negative was the fact that the place was rather small and cramped, but I guess that is what is part of a great ambiance!Listed in: Restaurants, Brunch
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Review from Elaine K.
10/22/2010 ROTD 2/27/2011
I've wanted to check this place out for years, just because of its name.
Nathan and I were trolling Bathurst street last weekend, looking for all day breakfast. We passed by this place and decided to try it. It was a warm day (for October) and their patio was open. He got a bacon sandwich, and I got the Huevos Rancheros. We both got coffee, which was very good. The Huevos Rancheros were great, it was served deconstructed, unlike most places that put it all together. The avocados were fresh, the over easy eggs were perfectly runny and the beans were good. The homemade (i think) salsa was also very good.
All in all, good food, decent service (relaxed to slow-ish, but we were on the patio). Will return again. -
Review from Imran N.
3/27/2011
so quiant, so romantic, so ideal for sunday.
Found out about this place by watching it get a makeover on t.v
It was a block away from my house.
Went and fell in love with the bohemian vibe.
Cheap, friendly and cozy. How could you go wrong? -
Review from Cali H.
Toronto, ON
4/4/2011
Great atmosphere, pleasant servers, fast service, large servings.
My only complaint is that the seating is a bit squishy - this is not a place to have a private conversation.
I had the pancakes and they were delicious. -
Review from Cindy C.
Toronto, ON
8/8/2010
A chill weekend brunch joint with good food.
First time I stumbled upon Grapefruit moon was for late night drinks and tried the Curry Fries (died and gone to heaven delicious) and that tempted me to go back someday...
After hearing such great reviews for this place, we decided to venture there for brunch... it was everything you'd expect in a hole-in-the wall restaurant.
There are few items on the menu: 2 regular breakfast options (eggs, meat, potatoes, etc) and Huevos Rancheros, Huevo Mexicano (huevos ranchero's without the tortilla), some sandwich options and pancakes.
I was told to get the HUEVO MEXICANO - which was delicious! The avocado and re-fried beans were freshly made. The eggs were a touch flavourless but a sprinkle of salt and pepper did the trick.
Also tried the WINSTON'S LARGE BREAKFAST: 3 scrambled eggs, sausage, bacon, toast and potatoes. It was hefty proportionally but not too lumberjack-y for a breakfast selection.
Overall, the service was awesome. We sat outside and it was raining, the waitress was very attentive and brought the food out in the rain. The decor is not what you want to go for: tacky old garbage stapled to the walls. Not the most clean place you could go to, but the value and taste of the menu makes this place well worth the visit. Few vegetarian options too, which is nice for the veggie eaters!
TIPS: Outdoor seating is first come, first serve. Indoor seating is seated by the staff.
MUST ASK FOR: the HOT SAUCE, it's a jalepeno-y, salsa-y hot sauce that is awesomely awakening to the senses but you won't get if you don't ask!Listed in: Best Brunch - Toronto
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Review from Grace C.
9/6/2011 1 Check-in Here
Another fantastic breakfast place in Toronto!
They have free wifi, which is awesome, and the servers will do what they can to help you out. The morning we came it was a pouring rain kind of day, so we had to scrap our plans of visiting Casa Loma. Our server recommended some alternative plans, one of which we used...the National Film Board, where you can watch personal screenings of Canadian films for free!
Anyways, onto to the food. I was debating between the huevos rancheros and Sunny's grilled cheese, but who could say no to a grilled cheese sandwich, especially when it comes with avocado? I also said yes to the tomato and skipped out on the onion. The grilled cheese on multi-grain bread was a great decision. I like my bread toasted to a nice crisp and they gave me the sandwich that way without me even asking! Avocado and tomato with cheese is a combination I normally don't associate, but now I do! My meal also came with some grilled potatoes, which taste excellent when you add in their homemade hot sauce. Yes, you heard right. Homemade hot sauce. There was more texture than I anticipated, sort of like a creamy ketchup, which was why I didn't know this was hot sauce initially. It is hot, but having that thick texture made it bearable. Definitely make sure to try that on something at least when you come by! -
Review from Brianne K.
Toronto, ON
4/5/2011
Tasty!
No line up and we were there during peak brunch time on a Sunday. Based on other comments I'm not sure if this is the norm but it's all that I know and it was amazing! We're frequent brunchers and while I understand that good things come to those who wait....sometimes I've got a rumbly in my tumbly that needs to be satiated stat!
Service was friendly but a bit slow. My guess is that they weren't expecting the patio to fill up at this time of year.
Lots of options for my people....the vegetarians. I had the breakfast quesadilla and it was jam packed full of the toppings that I selected. Home fries were ok. Bit dry and bland but I'm not a hf lover so that was fine by me. My only real complaint was the tempeh. It's a nice surprise to be able to order a side of tempeh but it was a mistake. It was really dry and bland. No seasoning, sauce or anything to spruce it up. Poor tiny tempeh went untouched...all alone on a big ole empty plate.
Seating is a bit squishy but that seems to be a trend amongst the more popular brunch spots. It didn't bother us because the acoustics were fine. Nothing can ruin a brunch like a loud dinning room.
All round - thumbs up! We'll be back on those mornings when I just don't have it in me to wait for Aunties and Uncles. -
Review from Avi L.
Toronto, ON
3/9/2011 1 Check-in Here
I've come here for brunch for years. It's a reliable place to get a good moderately priced meal, with good ingredients, with a chill vibe. They have an amazing Ontario draft brew selection. Have to come back another time after the sun sets.
At any rate, this place is well known and accordingly packed on the weekends. Plan for a line. It's a tight squeeze, but not uncomfortable.
PS: The episode of Restaurant Make-Over at Grapefruit Moon is hilarious. No surprise they changed the place back
PS: I came back for dinner and had a Duggan's No.9 - my favorite stout in Ontario. -
Review from Tara E.
7/4/2011 1 Check-in Here
Their brunch is pretty darn good (if you can get a seat). I would recommend you go for breakfast.Their dinner's however? Lacking in my personal opinion. We had a garden salad with grilled chicken, and a chicken quesadilla. Neither were very good, and at $12 for each, we felt a little let down. The quesadilla didn't have much filling, and the plate looked quite empty despite the fries that came with it. The salad was about as basic as you can come, and not very large. Overall, meh.
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Review from Kat F.
Updated - 10/5/2009 6 photos
I arrived for breakfast at 8:50am on a Sunday** and although the business hours stated that they were open from 8 and the door was open, I was told that they in fact opened at 9 and I'd have to wait outside. So I stood there for 10 minutes and waited, already annoyed as it'd taken me an hour to traipse across town for this meal and the hours were wrong (couldn't verify this on the website as it's been "COMING SOON" since 2007. Weak.).
Food was OK but there were a lot of flies inside and that really killed my mood. I'm really wary of a place that has too many flies buzzing around as it's a sure sign of something rotting, somewhere, that they're thriving of off. It's kind of hard to "enjoy" your meal when there are a dozen winged insects swarming around your head. Also, crying babies. Not Grapefruit Moon's fault but still detracted from my meal enjoyment. Oh, and I almost forgot to mention there was a dog running around when I arrived.
Now that I live in the east end it's less likely that I'll make the trek to the Annex to go back to this place, especially since it's next to impossible to get a seat after 11am.
**I know, I know. There are so many things wrong with my opening statement. Yes, I was up before noon on a Sunday, and craving breakfast. And if you're wondering how the hell I got to GM at this hour, my answer is the Vomit Comet, because the subway doesn't start running till 9:30am on Sundays - UGH. Let me tell you, riding the comet at 8am on a Sunday is quite different than riding it at 4am on a Saturday night.Listed in: List Of Things For New Yorkers…, Serious Brunch List: Toronto's…
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Review from Angela H.
4/2/2009
I loooooooove Grapefruit Moon. Not only because it's quaint, cozy, and literally a 1 minute walk from my house, but also because their food is delicious, and the staff know me (which is always a bonus).
Their food is pretty great - especially the brunch menu. I always want to try the french toast, but end up ordering the breakfast quesadilla (without eggs). They homemake their salsa, which I wish was available for sale, 'cause it's so fresh and not at all spicy.
Another thing I love about Grapefruit Moon is that they endorse buying locally, organic, and serve nothing but microbrewed organic beers. The only bummer thing about that though is that they tend to run out of it - especially the Mill Street Organic, which is the best kind, and 7/10 times I order it, I'm regrettably denied.
If you're in the neighborhood, and looking for a cute spot to eat a meal, this is your place. Though not very accommodating if you want to eat out with more than a couple of people, it's one of my favorite little places to catch-up with friends over coffee or a beer. -
Review from Miranda B.
Toronto, ON
8/20/2009
Vegans: Beware the following review!
I have gone to Grapefruit Moon many many times and have ordered quite a few things off their quirky menu..but never the burger!
On the advice of my doctor, I need to eat more fatty foods (long story). He specifically mentioned hamburgers! So, I am currently on a Burger Binge. And wouldn't you know it, Grapefruit Moon's burger has topped my list! "Why have I not tried this until now?" I was thinking as the catsup/mayo/meat juice ran down my hand.
In fact, I am thinking of hitting that thing again tonight! Before you know it I'll have gained back all my weight! My heart might not be so happy tho;) -
Review from Ariel L.
Toronto, ON
2/7/2011
Owned by my friends mom, so I may be a little biased! Even if I didn't know Sandy, I'd probably still love the Grapefruit Moon.
Tasty brunches, and fair drink selection. Includes plenty of organic options. Before I went gluten-free for health reasons, I had a taste for their grilled cheese. Nothing fancy, but well made. Their lunch and dinner options are a bit disappointing sometimes.
Love the place itself. Cozy, homey little place with lots of quirky touches, like the booth in the back full of graffiti. Set in a pretty neighbourhood full of parks, great for kids (grew up in the Annex myself, so I would know) -
Review from Kat T.
10/4/2009
After reading the Yelp reviews, I knew just to what do when I arrived early to meet my friends at Grapefruit Moon. The weather was iffy, so I opted to wait in line for an indoor table, rather than brave potential rain on the (covered) patio.
By the time the last person showed up, a table opened up immediately. I also knew to order the quesadilla and the non-drip coffee. I was all set, while my other friends perused the menu, I was able to stare at my friends brand new engagement ring! Thanks, Yelp.
Good call on the quesadilla and the hot sauce! I didn't need any of the side of salsa, I poured half a bottle of that hot pepper sauce on my home fries and tortilla. Friends both were happy with the food, though not ecstatic. We were able to lounge all morning without being rushed. Next time, maybe I'll try the faux bacon!Listed in: Glutton for Carbs
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Review from Mike S.
Toronto, ON
5/18/2009
Physically small menu but packed with a lot of delicious sounding entries.
I opted for the huevos rancheros which I tend to pounce at any time I see it on a brunch menu. I wasn't blown-away by it but it certainly satiated my hunger. A small sidebar: It's also great to get a caraffe of water for the table.
I had no problem getting a table for four at prime time (11:30 or so) and was never rushed. -
Review from Dale M.
Toronto, ON
11/26/2009 2 photos
Weekend Kickstart.
After a quick latte stop at Manic, I hiked up here with my intrepid dining-companion-turned-foodtographer Emily "cheese please" H. I had tried Grapefruit Moon once in the summer, and hadn't been back due solely to the distance.
Cute décor, though the place is a bit (understated) crowded and tight to navigate. I've seen larger washrooms on WestJet flights. Still, Emily and I waited a mere ten minutes and scored a cozy booth at the back that had walls on three sides and a curtain (optionally closed) on the fourth. Because the kitchen is at the side of the restaurant, this was a fairly low-traffic area.
Emily had the two-item omelette (she went for brie and mozzarella) while I was thinking yo quiero huevos rancheros. Both plates showed up nicely presented; on mine the folded tortilla peeked out from beneath separate piles of eggs, beans and guacamole with salsa off to the side and hallmark grapefruit garnish. It was enough to induce plate envy in my companion until she got a bite of her doubly-delicious two-cheese medley and lost all desire to stray from her own plate. I tried it too; one bite of that omelette was enough to make me regret my own (still delicious) choice.
It's usually really hard to get a coffee refill over brunch (hence the latte stop in advance). Service wasn't overly attentive, but we were taken care of and the cup was kept full. That's al I ask. Three-and-a-half stars, rounded up. -
Review from Jessica G.
York, ON
6/17/2009
I'll start off by saying it's my new favourite place to be for weekend brunch. It's usually packed but I never have had to wait long for seating at all. The atmosphere is great, homey feeling and cozy. The menu is in fact small but will not disappoint. Not to mention, they have a great patio!
The only small problem I have is that the coffee isn't amazing but good coffee at any breakfast place is rare. It doesn't taste like water and I don't have to go elsewhere after breakfast for my morning coffee. -
Review from N.J. G.
Toronto, ON
9/21/2009
Service: not so great. At one point one server seated a group of four people beside me but a different server came and made them get up to seat a different group of people who had apparently been waiting longer. I guess it's nice of that server to get the people waiting longer a table but I've never seen other people getting kicked out of their seats!
You apparently don't get your cheque brought to you at the end of your meal. You could probably just sit there for an hour after eating and no on will ask you to leave. Not really a good protocol to practice in a place that was steadily busy. To pay, I think it's expected that you just go up to the counter to pay. FYI- you seat yourself on both the patio and indoors.
Venue: Horrible seating. There is one long bench along the indoor seating along which a number of single sized tables a are placed. These tables are moved together and apart according to group sizes. However, there were many awkward threesomes who seated themselves at a two person table (two on the bench, on on the chair across) . These poor people looked so squished! There is a patio but I didn't have a good look at it.
Food: Awesome. There are some very unique and healthy options on this small menu! I was debating between the egg burrito ($10) or the simple all-day breakfast ($6.50). I opted for the simple breakfast so I could try the veggie bacon ($2). My meal consisted of two eggs, two pieces of toast, home fries and the extra bacon I added. I enjoyed the home fries a good deal. They are actually more like roasted potatoes due to their large size format and they are topped with Cajun seasoning. I also ventured to try out what was in the bottle sitting at the table. To look at it you would have no idea what it is. It turns out to be a spicy chutney. It was delish but if you, like me, handle spice poorly, I recommend mixing it with your ketchup.
Bottom Line: This is a supper casual place to go for brunch with one other friend. A must try. Repeat business will ensue. -
Review from Erin H.
Toronto, ON
9/1/2008
I always question the mentality of a neighborhood when each of its denizens seems to carry the essence of it. Isn't it wrong to be able to pinpoint the neighborhood from where this person or that person resides? Now, I have no problem with community, but I do have a problem when I feel I am being judged because I don't belong to it.
Grapefruit Moon is most definitely a community restaurant, being at the heart, and I mean the heart, of the Annex. And even though I shave my armpits everyday, wash my hair at least once a week, and frequently get a pedicure, I still love the Huevos Rancheros at this brunch spot, is that so wrong?
It is not necessarily the staff that stir up my high school feelings of not belonging, but the restaurant's clientele, so let not my resentment get in the way of you enjoying a hearty, but not cheap, breakfast at this spot. Expect a little somethin', somethin' on your fork before you've used it and check your water glass for floaties before you have a sip. Other than that the hot sauce is a must-have condiment , so make sure you ask for it when you receive your meal. -
Review from Connie T.
Toronto, ON
12/4/2008
Hot sauce is likely not the first thing you want to shove down your throat on a relaxing Sunday morning, but may I beg that you change your ways one day? Please?
I know it sounds ludicrous to base an entire brunch review on a condiment, but come on -- most brunch places can be replaceable. Toss some eggs together, some bread, some meat or facon, some potato, and there you go: instant crowd pleaser. So if I have to latch on to that one item that makes a restaurant different, I will. And this hot sauce is THE HOT. When I dabble it on my home fries and eggs, it makes me feel like I could go swinging on vines in the jungle.
Plus, whenever I hear the name of this restaurant, I have to play the Tom Waits melody in my head, and that is not a bad thing at all.Listed in: Morning eats
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Review from Melissa J.
Toronto, ON
1/22/2009
Came here for dinner on a cold, cold, COLD night, when I was starving to death. Coming to this restaurant when you're starving to death is not a good idea. I know, there were only two people running the place, it was crowded, blah, blah, blah.
BUT. I'm tired of going to restaurants and making excuses for people taking an hour to bring me my food. If I want to take my sweet time getting my food to me, I'll make it at home so I can screw it up a couple times and take four hours for it to come anywhere close to my belly.
Anyway, the food was OK. I got fish and chips which were pretty good, my friend had the vegan burrito which looked really good as well. If there's one thing I will give them, their hot sauce is SOO good. I don't know what's in it, I don't know why it's that weird colour, but it's delicious. Do not mix it with ketchup, though. Seems like a good idea -- is not.
The place is cute and staff were really nice. I might come back (brunch looked good!) but I'll eat a snack before I head over. -
Review from Megan M.
Toronto, ON
10/15/2008
my favourite restaurant in toronto, but perhaps supporting the previous reviewer, i live right down the street. however, i came here before i moved into the neighbourhood and loved it then too. i do think it says a lot about our neighbourhood being the best in toronto that we all come together at this cafe and many of us know each other by name.
the food here is brilliant (my favourite is breakfast/brunch, which run most of the day on weekends, but i also recommend dinner) well-priced, the coffee is fantastic, the atmosphere and service are among the best in toronto. amazing patio!
check them out on facebook for full menus. or just take my word for it and get the breakfast burrito.Listed in: places i hang out...
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Review from J H.
Toronto, ON
4/16/2011
a comfortable annex local that is never advertised in any way, but always seems full. food is yummy. took a long time to be served, maybe the waiter wanted to wait until my +1 arrived? not sure, but a visit would have been nice.
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Review from Grant C.
5/26/2009 2 photos
Look, when you name your cafe after a Tom Waits song (Closing Time, 1973), I'm going to be strongly predisposed to like the place, but I'm also going to hate it violently if it's bad. That said, I was quite relieved that Grapefruit Moon did not disappoint. The huevos rancheros weren't exactly that but were tasty all the same; I'm awarding bonus points for the homemade tortilla and the outdoor seating. The ambiance here is a little ramshackle, much like old Tom himself. A good place to start the day.
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Review from JM L.
Toronto, ON
4/9/2011
Busy place for brunch. The seating indoors is limited but the patio in the summer makes up for it. Service and food were great. Friend was accidentally hit by a pot? which flew over the side of the back cubby hole...not sure what happened but the server was very apologetic and sweet. Plus when it came time for the bill, my friend's meal was free. Now, that's what you call customer service.
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Review from Tina N.
Toronto, ON
10/20/2009
Only came here cause i thought it was a vegetarian restaurant. I was very dissapointed because the menu was NOT fully vegetarian but instead was half and half and there was not much of variety of foods. Reading the reviews below was totally a different experience for me. It seemed like the menu had changed alot! The food was okay but it felt like i could have made those kinds of foods at home so it wasn't very unique. There was only one server at the time so service was very slow ( waited for food for about 25mins ) The atmosphere looked very dingy... and not clean.. seemed more like a bar then a restaurant.
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Review from Isabel R.
Toronto, ON
1/11/2010
Recently went here with some friends and really enjoyed it. The food was great, though they seemed to be out of some stuff. I recommend the huevos rancheros or the breakfast burrito. It is a bit crowded and difficult to get around, but despite that really enjoyed it. Good local brunch spot.
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Review from Tamar F.
8/23/2009
I watched the Restaurant Makeover episode featuring Grapefruit Moon and was a bit skeptical about going here, given how the chef allegedly changed everything back. But I did make it out here once and it wasn't as bad as I thought it may be. The sandwiches were good, not great but still solid, the place is funky and definitely has character. The home fries (chips?) though were soggy and seemed like they would sink if thrown back in the oil. Though I really liked how Grapefruit Moon looked at the reveal of it on TV, I definitely value it as a neighborhood joint and think it fills that niche just fine.
