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Joy Bistro Bar
Categories: Restaurants Breakfast & Brunch Restaurants Canadian (New) Nightlife Bars Wine Bars Breakfast & Brunch, Canadian (New), Wine Bars [Edit]
884 Queen St EToronto, ON M4M 1J3
Neighbourhood: Riverdale
(416) 465-8855
- Hours:
Mon-Wed 11 am - 1 am
Thu-Fri 11 am - 2 am
Sat 8 am - 2 am
- Takes Reservations:
- Yes
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Street
- Attire:
- Casual
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
- Price Range:
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$$
- Delivery:
- No
- Take Away:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes
- Wi-Fi:
- No
- Good For:
- Lunch, Brunch
- Music:
- Background
- Happy Hour:
- No
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Smoking:
- No
- Noise Level:
- Average
- Good For Dancing:
- No
- Has TV:
- Yes
- Caters:
- No
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
40 reviews for Joy Bistro Bar
Review Highlights
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"The restaurant has such a gorgeous patio in the summer." In 21 reviews -
"...their near-perfect hollandaise, eggs benny at Joy Bistro is..." In 3 reviews -
"The decor, especially upstairs, is absolutely lovely." In 10 reviews
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40 reviews in English
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Review from K L.
York Regional Municipality, ON
4/16/2012
We stumbled upon Joy's as we initially had the intention of going to Lady Marmalade which is just a few doors down. Due to the wait there, we decided to try something else. The decor is nice, very new, and there's 2 levels. There was plenty of seating available.
I always go for the traditional breakfast and it was good! Most of my friends got some sort of eggs benny and they enjoyed it. It didn't blow us away. Also, the coffee was a little too strong for my liking and they also serve it with 2% milk or 18% cream which I rarely see and was stunned to see. My one friend actually got the chicken sandwich with fries while everyone ordered breakfast. I must say, the fries were DELICIOUS!
The service was good. It's a nice little spot. -
Review from Shelley K.
4/18/2012
We came here for brunch. The food was good but the service was so awful!
We were ignored for 20mins I eventually had to go and ask the hostess to send a server to our table.
Still she didn't arrive for another 10mins!
Coffee was weak and water wasn't topped up. There were obviously not enough staff working and the server was visibly stressed.
As I said food was ok but due to service I wouldn't go back :-( -
Review from Eric L.
9/19/2011 1 Check-in Here
Another place serving brunch, but doing it badly. Why does any restaurant think they can just cook a bunch of eggs and bacon and shove them onto fondue heaters and charge an arm and a leg.
They might have a nice patio and good drinks list, but this review is for their brunch. We arrive at a decent hour for brunch and the place was about half full, yet the trays were hardly filled up and everything seemed old. Like they cooked everything at 9 am and didn't add anything else.
3 stars because it's a nice place and the staff is friendly, but they need a serious lesson on how to make breakfast. -
Review from Josh N.
Toronto, ON
11/16/2011 1 Check-in Here
I REALLY want to like this place for brunch but how many chances do you get.
After a couple times having brunch:
Food is bland bordering on just plain bad. Service is very inconsistent (example: friendly but ignored for most of the meal then asked repeatedly if we needed anything)
Really only thing going for it is space (upstairs) so is usually not a (long) wait for a table, unlike the (delicious but always totally lined up) Lady Marmalade a few doors down.
And it's location. Probably based on that alone it will always be packed.
It's just a shame the food is so tepid.
I was hopeful after the recent remodelling that they would also spend some money improving the menu / food, but it was purely an aesthetic change. -
Review from Faye C.
10/15/2011 1 Check-in Here
I really like Joy Bistro - I've been here a number of times, sometimes for dinner, or lunch, or drinks with the girls. The servers are pretty nice, and there's a pretty good wine selection.
Weekend brunch here is pretty yummy - they have not one but TWO great patios - on the one side, I can tie my dogs outside the patio fence, so they can enjoy the views while we eat. I love the Eggs Joy, and I think they offer half price caesars and mimosas on Saturday afternoons, and b/c they are a larger establishment, I don't have to wait in line for brunch, which is fantastic especially when you're starving!
Incidently I love coming here in the early morning on sunday - it's quiet and peaceful and the food is super yum!Listed in: 10 Great Places to Eat in…
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Review from Steeven L.
Etobicoke, ON
5/10/2011 1 Check-in Here
I've had this little east end bistro bookmarked for a while. One day last week, I happen to be in the area around lunch time so I decided to pop in for a little snack.
I had the club sandwich with a Caesar salad. The club was delicous, full of melty cheese and bacon. The salad had real pieces of bacon, which is always fantastic.
Joy Bistro is a nice little spot in Leslieville with great service.Listed in: Brunch, now part of a complete…
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Review from Nicole C.
4/12/2011 1 Check-in Here
Passing by this place on the longest "Lets take a walk with the kids" walk ever - we popped into Joy Bistro for a bite. The waitress was super friendly, made us some room for the strollers but was also super stressed because it didn't seem like she was prepared today for how busy it was going to be.
I ordered the green apple and cheddar salad while my friend ordered the vegetarian sandwich with side salad. I must admit I was a bit jealous of her sandwich and wanted to kick myself for not getting the pulled pork but my salad was nice and fresh and I pretty much love anything with cheese, grapes and nuts all in one dish! I don't know why they even put lettuce on the plate - MOAR NUTS, GRAPES AND CHEESE!!!!
The price was pretty on par as well for Leslieville for lunch about $10-14 per person. I can't wait to come back and check out the patio and get the pulled pork sandwich - seriously what was I thinking? Salad vs. Pork? PORK WINS! -
Review from Cheri D.
Updated - 5/9/2011
Still a solid three.
I had the Beef Cheek Poutine the other day. It was okay. Ya, the beef was tender and tasty. But the cheese and gravy was meh. The cheese was barely melty and the gravy was really just juice. I like a good sturdy gravy, something that really sticks to the fries. This was more like my fries were sitting in a puddle of coloured water. Meh.
The best part was people watching at a table by the window.1 Previous Review: Show all »
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2/19/2011
Just happened to come here because the wait at Lady Marmalade was too long and they closed early.
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Review from Jennifer M.
Toronto, ON
2/6/2011 1 Check-in Here
Joy Bistro is a neighborhood staple overlooking Jimmie Simpson park in Leslieville. Popular for brunch, I have visited on several occasions, spaning several years, and have definitely formed an opinion about Joy.
Recently renovated, Joy and the Upstairs Over Joy primarily serve the same fare as pre-reno. Not disappointing, and not overly impressive safe everyday food.
My most recent visit was for brunch, and I found the eggs florentine to be ok for $10 and change. The hollandaise was sparse and unremarkable, the eggs nicely cooked but the bed of spinach wet and flavourless. (frozen?) Their breakfast potatoes are particularly uninspired, always tasting like they have been twice cooked and sat around for a bit.
The service is nice, the ambiance nice, and they have a lovely view from the upstairs windows. Great patios in the summer, and Wednesday $5 pints.
In a neighborhood as brunch-spoiled as Leslieville you have to be prepared to BRING IT. Joy serves its purpose, taking overflow from the busier and full brunch spots nearby, but it just does not WOW by any means. Lunch is equally OK, but kind of pricey.
Consistently boring, safe, but with a nice patio(s). One star for the patios.Listed in: Leslieville, Riverdale &…, Leslieville Proper
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Review from Melissa F.
Toronto, ON
Updated - 4/10/2011
Came back here almost two years later for dinner and I can't believe how good the food was. I've had brunch and lunch here but never dinner-
A number of things to say:
-I can't believe it isn't busier here yet. It looks like Joy is getting LESS of the business of the Leslieville strip.
-The ambiance is strange. In a packed room I'm sure I wouldn't have noticed- but the room was rather empty and I could see the decor for what it was- which felt strangely austere - a tall room with large mirrors and large flat screen tv's- tall tables/benches but also in a small room. would be a great place to have a packed event - the tall room would make it a nice networking space without it feeling cramped- but in an almost empty resto it felt cold.
Now the food: Still impressed. I ordered the beef cheeks and I can't believe how good it was. It was hands down one of the best meals I've ever had. and the portions are very very generous.
I'm a fan.
I can't wait for this place to get busier. I think it will be a hit during the summer months.
oh yes, and the staff are all still very attractive : )1 Previous Review: Show all »
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12/6/2009
Yummy food and yummy staff.
oh boy, let's add THIS to the list of hot staff/owners/batenders in… Read more »
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Review from Madelyn S.
Toronto, ON
5/15/2011
Attempted to spice up a sad rainy weekend with a famous Leslieville brunch. We decided to try an old friend, Joy Bistro. I had not visited the bar since it's reno. The place looks great, the food....esh, disappointing.
It was a hectic day, but we were seated right away. Had some trouble with the creamers, yet fresh coffee was provided quickly. Great service from all of the wait staff, as always; however, the food, was another story.
I had a simple breakfast. Simple in the sense that you couldn't mess it up - eggs and sausage. The home fries were burnt....and the sausages were dry and tasteless. Big thumbs down. Even more because my coffee cup spent much of the visit to Joy's empty.
My friend had the Eggs Teddy. It was soooo bland.
I'm disappointed that this old favourite is now definitely off the list. The restaurant has such a gorgeous patio in the summer. And 2.50 drinks from 5-7. All and all, with the plethora of choices along Queen, Joy will no longer bring joy to my stomach.
Cheers to the service.
Boo to the food.
Breaking up is hard to do.
No gluten free options. Sausages were safe. Rowe Farms. -
Review from Farheen K.
Toronto, ON
Updated - 2/8/2010
You know that feeling when you really really want to love someone but they just dont let you because they constantly forget to shower or change their clothes? Joy Bistro and I have THAT relationship.
I give up on it with this winterlicious lunch.
First Course: Did that dry crostini not end up on my table again?! This time around, with a pukey green colour runny spread laden with eggplant seeds as if they were going out of style.
Second Course: Roast Beef Sandwich. Joy, my dear, if youre listening, when you write ingredients such as swiss cheese, apple mayo and rye bread on your menu, youre supposed to actually put them in the eventual product. All I got were thick leather like pieces of fat with a sprinkle of meat on them. The only hint of mustard on my sandwich came from the actual mustard seeds on the bread. The one thing missing: any semblance of taste.
Third Course: Apple Lady's apple cake. Again, the honey ice cream mentioned in the menu went for a walk. However, the apple cake was light and perfectly sweetened. The slightly bigger than normal portion made for great leftovers.
The only thing I loved about this experience was our waitress's pink eye shadow.Listed in: Farheen K. Brunches Toronto, The WinterLISTcious!
1 Previous Review: Show all »
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9/8/2009
This review is for Over Joy: the very cool looking upstairs and patio on the other side.
Great… Read more »
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Review from Thom H.
9/27/2011
This place has a great location. But the food ranges from okay to really bad. The fritatta is basically a small and flavourless omlette on a wrap from loblaws. Cream of tomato soup with basil is incredibly watered down and bland. Chunks of green don't taste like basil. The steak sandwich was the one thing we had that wasn't noticeably bad. Oh - one more thing - our weekday lunch took over two hours!
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Review from Ms. J.
Toronto, ON
Updated - 5/11/2010
Mother's Day May 9th, 2010
Dinner Review:
Joy Bistro is a popular mid-priced restaurant in Leslieville. Known for its fabulous weekend brunch, and flavorful dinners, portions are fair in size, and menu selection exceptional. Owner Steve Pelton is present on most days, and is open to commentary on the meal. My partner had the Muscovy duck medium rare as suggested, and it was excellent. The accompaniments of rapini, sweet potato pancake & elderberry went perfectly with the duck. My Miso Cod was satisfactory. The cod was overdone and possibly frozen prior to cooking. The accompaniments of cabbage, and sundried tomatoes, and potatoes were interesting enough. Dessert - the Creme Brulee was lacking in the right texture and consistency, but was not offensive to the palate. The Bailey's infused chocolate cake was rich in cocoa taste and went well with the home made and experimental Chai ice cream.1 Previous Review: Show all »
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10/17/2009
Awesome eggs benny, homefries, and omeletes, provide for a very late brunch on Sundays. All on top… Read more »
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Review from Tara Z.
8/11/2011
I'll be frank--all I care about is the patio. Is there ample seating? Is it comfortable? Will friendly waiters bring me drinks as soon as I sit down? Am I going to be staring into the sun whenever I try to meet my friends' eyes? At Joy, the answers are yes, yes, yes, and no, which is good enough to earn it a return visit.
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Review from Roanna Z.
6/13/2009 2 photos
What a perfect day for brunch and a walk in Leslieville. Our experience today was so pleasant. Joy is right across from a nice park and in a great neighbourhood. Their outdoor patio runs North off Queen, so you're not right on the main street.
Great customer service, and also very accommodating to my non dairy/non gluten issues.
I had a very yummy Smoked Salmon and Egg brunch.
I would have loved to stay for a Cappuccino, but alas, they do not have Soy. When I mentioned it to our server, he said that he has tried to encourage the management to get some, which was really nice to hear.
Good food, good atmosphere... go here and enJOY ;-) -
Review from Michelle V.
Toronto, ON
4/21/2009 2 Check-ins Here
Admittedly, I've never had their evening menu but as far as I'm concerned the day begins and ends with their brunch.
A delightful atmosphere that has an odd calming affect when you walk through the door - particularly if you are seated upstairs which is a very open space with plenty of light.
Super friendly staff, lovely decor, blah blah blah, bling bling blah blah...
Let's get serious and talk about their food!
Cheesy Eggs -- why am I even continuing? Sheer perfection!
Eggs Benny -- not as amazing as Le Petit Dejeuner but lovely all the same.
Bacon -- it's always a gamble when ordering bacon with my brunch. I won't kick any bacon out of bed, no matter where it falls on the crispy meter but I honestly like my bacon a little floppy and a lotty fatty. Check. Mate!Listed in: Why I Should Be Living in…
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Review from Angela L.
5/17/2009
I am too often forced to make the tough decision between spinach and smoked salmon as a substitute for ham on my eggs benedict and have always thought that asking for both would seem a bit greedy...until today. It felt just right when I ordered Joy Bistro's "Eggs Norwentine" ($13) which was not only served with both and topped with plenty of creamy hollandaise, but also a side of delicious fried-but-still-rather-potatoey homefries.
The cheesy eggs were found to not be cheesy enough, but it wasn't anything good old ketchup couldn't salvage. The big ol' regular breakfast was a hit too. Sides of sauteed tomatoes for $2 were worth every penny.
The service was notably good. We noticed since we sauntered in from the rain starving, but were served promptly and even asked how the food was. I will definitely be back on a drier day to spend time on the ornately furnished patio! -
Review from Julianna B.
Toronto, ON
4/22/2009
I've heard that Joy Bistro keeps going upmarket as the years pass. At the moment, it's a casual-dressy place decorated in warm colours and elegant lines. The upstairs, OverJoy, has a more bohemian edge with colourful art, exposed brick, and exuberant chandeliers. The prices are about right for the ambiance.
The wine list is great - there's a cheap white I'm in love with, which isn't ordered by the LCBO. The food is mostly excellent - I had to-die-for beef cheeks, the fish with risotto is delicious, and the steak frites would have been great if they hadn't arrived cold. The pastas are also very good. The organic shrimp bisque was not a huge hit with me or my husband, but what do I know about bisque?
I had my wedding reception at OverJoy a couple of years ago, and they were very accomodating. They goofed on service a bit (the mother & grandmother of the groom hardly got fed at all) but managed gluten and lactose-free requests beautifully. They also changed the table setup at the last moment, making my seating plan a total wash, but on the whole they were lovely and helpful, and excellent value. -
Review from Jessica D.
Toronto, ON
11/14/2008
Prior to becoming vegan this was my favourite brunch place. Eggs were always exactly the way you ordered, meat was perfectly done (which was a feat since I like my bacon medium-rare), home fries were crispy and soft in all the right places. I give it only 3 stars because if you ordered a side of bacon there were only ever like 3 strips on it, which seemed a little chintzy to me.
Sadly, the only vegan option on the menu other than the fries is an $8 green salad, so I haven't been back in a while.
I have only ever had brunch at Joy but did enjoy it immensely. -
Review from Joanna L.
Toronto, ON
10/22/2009
I've been to Joy Bistro and the OverJoy probably 6-8 times for brunch with family/friends or with a large group of people.
Unfortunately, it recently changed ownership and a recent request to book the upstairs room for a Sunday brunch for 40+ people was turned down so we were forced to seek out another resto that could accommodate a large group-Thank you Richtree!
When it came to dealing with a large group we experienced a few bumps at first with understaffing and long wait times for food but eventually they worked it all out. Too bad we won't be going there again.
The decor, especially upstairs, is absolutely lovely. I even tried to book the upstairs for my engagement party a few years ago but it was just too pricey with a minimum cost required. Again, I took my business elsewhere.
The brunch food is decent but can be a little bit salty. Staff is generally friendly. -
Review from Link T.
Toronto, ON
6/15/2011
Just came back from this place.
I like this place simply because of its location and patio seating. The food is so-so, nothing bad nor good to say about it.
Good place to mingle with family and friends. -
Review from Jordan T.
Toronto, ON
2/17/2011
The only real reason to go to Joy Bistro is the patio. It's an ideal place to have a beer on a nice day. If you elect to order food to go with your patio beer the experience will be diminished as the food is boring, bland and not inexpensive. Never eat inside here, there is no conceivable reason to do such a thing given all of the better food options around.
Listed in: The bEast End
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Review from Nolin L.
Toronto, ON
5/2/2010
Very mediocre food. The much hyped (by our server at least) $20 prime rib dinner was ordered medium and came overcooked, the accompanying Yorkshire pudding was fridge-cold, and worst of all the one dinner we asked to have held as a takeout order was served to us in the styrofoam container at the same time as our other food.
Won't be back for dinner again. Still want to try brunch and would have drinks on the patios. -
Review from Wayne D.
Toronto, ON
9/15/2009
Mmm... should be called Joy Diner... Bistro is a little much given the quality of the food here... not that it was bad, just nothing special...
Nice patio though...
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Review from TOFoodReviews n.
Toronto, ON
12/8/2010
Joy Bistro is a beautiful, sophisticated resto just inside Leslieville on Toronto's East side. It's likely that you've heard of it, or at least driven by and noticed the huge signage. It's become somewhat of a Leslieville landmark.
First things first, I've heard a lot of negative comments about this place. By the sounds of it, it's one of those places that's hit-or-miss and completely different from one visit to the next; amazing one time, awful the next. Because I've never had dinner there, I can't vouch for evening dining, but I can say this: if you truly don't want run the risk of being disappointed, stick with their weekend brunch. This place is known for brunch. While they may have their issues, Joy Bistro has no problems delivering an upscale brunch experience that is chock full of style.
Brunch at Joy Bistro is not really bistro-ish. The brunch food here is mostly just what you'd expect to see on a brunch menu in most Toronto restaurants, but they do their brunch stuff particularly well. Eggs benny is served up in numerous styles like Benetine (with spinach and peameal bacon), Norwegien (with stacked smoked salmon), and Teddy (with peameal bacon, roasted tomatoes, and spinach). With their near-perfect hollandaise, eggs benny at Joy Bistro is a solid choice.
That, and they've got a killer patio. Intimate and relaxing, their patio is probably one of the best things about this place and the likely reason that a lot of people still frequent it even after having poor experiences. Leslieville has got a few patio spots, but for sheer space, warmth, and location sitting on a busy little Leslieville corner overlooking Jimmie Simpson Park, Joy Bistro's patio is in a league of its own. Worth the sit down in the summer.
They've recently undergone mass renos, which has resulted in Joy Bistro Bar. Although this may have helped the space modernize, it's also contributed to changing their clientele base. Neighbourhood locals that frequented Joy over the years seem to have gone looking for other spots while those looking for a more trendy experience seem to take over. I guess as Leslieville becomes more popular, Joy Bistro wants to change with the nighbourhood, and while change can be good, in most cases, if it isn't broke them why fix it?
Despite that new clientele, it's still a great place for brunch. So the next time a nice, summer weekend rolls around, head out to Joy Bistro for brunch on the patio. By the sounds of it though, I certainly wouldn't do anything but brunch. -
Review from sarah l.
5/12/2009
I have only eaten here for breakfast.
But I have enjoyed breakfast here many times. The best best BEST thing about breakfast here - there is never a line, even on weekends. I LOVE breakfast but I will not stand in line for it (Bonjour Brioche's lines out onto the street on weekends boggle my tiny mind).
I have enjoyed bacon and eggs both downstairs and upstairs, and they have 2 patios that are open now that it's summer. It is a little bit fancy for my brunch tastes, but the staff never makes me feel like I am under dressed or not welcome.
The food, in order of greatness/my excitement about it:
1. FRESH GRAPEFRUIT JUICE
2. solid crispy bacon
3. decent hashbrowns - they fall on the upper side of good
I have had brunch here with people who have ordered pancakes and enjoyed them, and a vegetarian who had the veggie wrap and was kind of lukewarm about it. But seriously, if you are a vegetarian and you come with me for brunch, you should either order waffles, or not complain.
I will definitely go here again, but probably still only for breakfast/brunch. -
Review from Mehdi S.
Toronto, ON
6/26/2011
Used to go to Joy's frequently but found the quality of the food has declined. Went there with the family for brunch, thought would give them another chance. Unfortunately the food was just ok. I had the chicken club and it was just dry and lacked any flavour. The pulled pork pork looked promising, but it also lacked favour. The fries and salad were good but that doesn't make a meal.
The manager was nice and did ask for feedback, so hopefully they put some emphasis on food quality. -
Review from john t.
Toronto, ON
5/10/2010
What is says on the bottle: 'joy'
Great little place, warm welcome, outdoor and in seating, great cocktails and v good meal
I cant fault you Ms Joy. -
Review from Michael T.
Toronto, ON
6/7/2011
Always a good spot. Especially enjoyed the "B Side" patio and new tapas style menu. Highly recommend the dates or the beef skewers. A great spot for sunny afternoon hangout. The inside renos have given the downstairs much more of a bar type atmosphere, which I feel was much needed.
A good, solid Leslieville staple. -
Review from Kat F.
Supremely yummy brunch options! I love Joy (and its sister restaurant, Over Joy - which is the upstairs portion) because it's off the beaten path and never overly crowded or hard to get a table. If you go, make sure you order Joy's Cheesy Eggs (scrambled eggs with multiple types of cheese melted throughout) or the Dutch Oven Pancake, which is a 1.5" thick pancake that's nearly impossible to finish - it's that big!!
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Review from Teresa H.
Greektown, Toronto, ON
10/20/2010
Although I've had take out lunches from here while working in the area ( on company $), I only went to dinner here recently. I thought the service was slow and unattentive, basically had to beg for a glass of water. And the food was over priced. The food was good but not memorable. I don't think I would come back nor will I partake in those takeout lunches again ( save the company some money)
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Review from chris s.
Toronto, ON
9/27/2009
If Joy didn't have a patio, it would be out of business. The food is mediocre, and the service is friendly, but not great. Increasingly, they have plenty of local competition where people are happy to line up for brunch. I hope this pushes them to improve their food, because I do like patios.
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Review from Margaret C.
Updated - 9/14/2011
This is one of the two restaurants I used my credit card while visiting Toronto. About three weeks after my visit there, charges of over $20,000 appeared on my card. Someone there might be "skimming" the numbers of the card. BUYERS BEWARE!
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7/18/2011
The food was terrific. We had the snapper which was spiced very well, with a bite to it. Service was… Read more »
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Review from Amy D.
3/31/2011
On many trips out to The Beaches, i have always wanted to stop into Joy Bistro. On the weekend we were in the leslieville neighborhood during their 5-7 PM happy hour. Great prices for Local Mill St Organic, it was only $3.50 a pint, which i swear would cost you more at the LCBO. The beer bargain was pretty much the peak of our meal. We had the spaghetti Carbonara with pancetta for $19. It was made with fettuccine noodles and it resembled more of an alfredo than a carbonara. The pancetta was my fav part of the dish, it also needed more seasoning, however there were no salt or pepper vessels at our table. My sis had the tagliatelle with lamb, again the pasta was fettuccine, the noodles should have been more broad for it to be a true tagliatelle. For the meat it was tender but lacked a great sauce to bind the dish together. Overall i probably wouldnt go back because the food just wasnt there. The actual pasta noodles served in each dish were incorrect and i was just eating my food to finish it instead of enjoying it. There are way too many superior restaurants in Toronto to settle.
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Review from karen k.
Toronto, ON
4/29/2009
the mussels are pretty fantastic! (white wine, sausage, onion)
nice sized portion on the chicken + mushroom quesadilla but a bit too greasy.
friendly staff, and a beautiful patio, great for a leslieville people watchin brunch. -
Review from Robert L.
1/21/2010 2 photos
Great atmosphere and decent service. However, my duck confit was layered with a crust of salt. kind of crunchy actually. If not for the complimentary wine, and discount off total bill, this place will be a 1 star.
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Review from Hailey E.
Toronto, ON
2/22/2009
I like to go to Joy in the summer! I love the huge patio/courtyard that reminds me of a European terrace. Last time we visited Joy (this past summer) the server had a really hard time getting one of my dining companion's orders straight. It was a bizarre experience -- he ordered an omelet with no meat and the dish was served to him (TWICE) with beacon. Finally the owner came over to our table, introduced himself and offered to comp this meal. Because we were totally relaxed, and enjoying the summer sun, we weren't too annoyed and were satisfied with the great customer service. I would go back to Joy for sure!
Listed in: Best Brunch
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Review from Andre G.
Toronto, ON
4/26/2009 2 Check-ins Here
Great for brunch especially in the summer with multiple patio options.
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Review from Aaron P.
12/27/2009
Low key, delicious brunch. Great granola and yogurt. Lived the hashbrowns. Would definitely come back.
