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Nino D'Aversa Bakery
Categories: Food Bakeries Restaurants Italian Food Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Bakeries, Italian, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt [Edit]
7287 Yonge StThornhill, ON L3T 2A9
(905) 881-7393
- Price Range:
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$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Attire:
- Casual
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
- Take Away:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- No
- Noise Level:
- Average
8 reviews for Nino D'Aversa Bakery
8 reviews in English
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Review from Leslie C.
Toronto, ON
4/8/2012
I'm glad to have a place like this close by while I'm living here!
There's no table service but the staff are really good about clearing empty plates quickly. I came with a group for dinner and we split a couple of pizzas, which were all great - the crust was thin and crispy but not overly so; there was some chew to it. They are also generous with toppings. My favourite was the Inferno, with spicy sausage and banana peppers. I haven't tried anything from the hot table; the prices seem a little high but could be worth it.
As for dessert, their pastry selection is huge and both the ones I tried - almond biscotti and cannoli - were what I expected, which was good. However, I was disappointed with the texture of the cheesecake gelato... it had lumps that didn't seem like they should have been there. If you do get gelato, the lemon is INCREDIBLE!, really tart and refreshing. Just pure lemon deliciousness. The coffee is also good.
All in all I like this place. It'll probably be even better once the renovations are finished and the patio is open; I expect to come a lot during the summer. -
Review from Johnny H.
Toronto, ON
4/8/2012
I tried some foods they sell - lasagna, pasta, sandwich, pizza, etc. Somehow they were all tasteless. They felt like frozen foods blasted in a microwave. I had lasagna and cream pasta several times, and they always had bland slippery feel. Not sure if some ingredients are fresh either.
The coffees and light snacks (small cakes/chocolates, biscottis, bread) are pretty good. They are a bit too sweet but they have pleasant flavors overall.
Service is slow... I don't know why it takes so long to make a coffee. And paying for your foods at cash counter takes too much time as well. And it is very noisy inside. A bit sketchy with pale lighting and no decors. -
Review from Elaine K.
9/20/2011 6 photos
What a neat spot! They have gelato (including dairy free sorbet!!!), pastries, hot food, deli meats, bread and a billion other Italian things. There's also some nice seating outside.
The place is absolutely full of Chinese and Italian people (re: authentic and cheap!) I decided to get a cup of sorbet, and when I wavered on my decision, the lady behind the counter offered to put all three dairy-free flavours in my cup. My small-looking cup turned out to be bigger than my fist. And it was filled to the rim with sorbet. All flavours were delicious.. the lemon was perfectly acidic and sour, the raspberry was very very raspberry and the mango was creamy and wonderful. I was in heaven.
My friends got some cappuccinos and more gelato. We were all very very happy.
Will be back if I'm in the neighbourhood, but probably won't make a special trip. -
Review from Ksenja T.
10/24/2011 1 Check-in Here
If you're ever in this part of town, meaning thornhill, nino d'aversa may very well be your destination for a sunday morning capuccino and biscotti, or if you're hungry--their signature veal sandwich.
Personally,I am not a fan of the food section. It lacks freshness and quality, not to mention it is over priced. The service is also really slow and disorganized. It took me 10 min to order/pay for a capuccino and there was only one person ahead of me!
Fairly older crowd..Bring your grandma here! -
Review from David D.
Markham, ON
10/6/2011
Came here with my co-workers for lunch on a Sunday. As I walked in, I was surprised to find a restaurant/mini-mart/bakery/deli/cafe all wrapped up in this hidden gem.
Nino D'Aversa Bakery offers staple Italian hot foods, served with Italian soda/drinks. Some I've never seen, but tempted to try them all!
There is a nice patio outside, but there is limited seating. With the aroma of freshly brewed coffee and a wide selection of mini-sweets/pastries, it's an inviting atmosphere to hang out and enjoy. There is also a comprehensive selection of Gelato flavours. You can mix several flavours in your bowl if you request it.
Definitely recommended for an afternoon out in this busy little Italian cafe. -
Review from Ariel G.
12/14/2011 1 Check-in Here
Just a place for coffee and something else....Great coffee....great pastries and a great steam table all at resonable prices. Consistent for many many many years....and don't forget the bread and pizzas.....
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Review from Jennifer K.
Markham, ON
I took my friend to Nino D'Aversa Bakery for gelato and coffee this afternoon. This place is packed!!
I have to say I like the vibes of this location VS the other one at Woodbridge. I know it is strange to say that since this location is smaller, dated and hardly have any seatings! But the vibes here so much better. This cafe feels like where all the locals people will come here for a quick snack or to hang out..
Small Gelato ($3)
- My friend could not decide on which flavours to pick, ended up I just pointed and decide on Tuttobaco (mixed berries) and Torrone (honey, vanilla and almonds)
- love the almonds chunks and the real berries inside the gelato.. nice and refreshings!
Caffe Latte and Coffee
- love the mugs that they served in.... roast not too strong, great to go with my dessert
Seatings are a little bit cramped and you can hear all the conservations around you.. but hey that's how a busy Italian cafe should feel like! A celebration of life, family and friendship
Free WIFI access! -
Review from Erwin M.
Updated - 9/17/2010
Finally tried that giant breaded deep fried rice ball... no flavor and brings nothing but carbs and fat. Stay away.
Still a good place though.1 Previous Review: Show all »
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9/7/2010 First to Review
Note that this place is actually in Thornhill.
I tried this place once, I gave it a 3, came back the… Read more »
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