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Spring Rolls
Categories: Restaurants Thai Restaurants Asian Fusion Thai, Asian Fusion [Edit]
691 Yonge StToronto, ON M4Y 2B2
Neighbourhood: Downtown Core
(416) 972-6623
- Hours:
Mon-Thu 11 am - 11 pm
Fri-Sat 11 am - 12 am
Sun 12 pm - 11 pm
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Street
- Attire:
- Casual
- Price Range:
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$$
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
- Takes Reservations:
- Yes
- Delivery:
- Yes
- Take Away:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Wi-Fi:
- No
- Good For:
- Lunch, Dinner
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Noise Level:
- Average
- Ambience:
- Trendy
- Has TV:
- Yes
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
38 reviews for Spring Rolls
Review Highlights
"The mango salad with chicken satay was also tasty."
(in 5 reviews)
"Dim Sum is an art and it's mad delicious."
(in 5 reviews)
"or perhaps a tornado roll if you're feeling naughty."
(in 3 reviews)
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38 reviews in English
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Review from Elle G.
Toronto, ON
10/30/2011
We went to Spring Rolls and tried out their AYCE Dim Sum and Sushi.
$16.95 per person. Lots of choices of dumplings, sushi, small noodle plates and a few things for dessert.
We had the Dragon Roll, the tempura sampler, har gow, sui mai and sexy rolls and some other things.
This Spring Rolls is just south of Bloor on Yonge. It does get busy so you may wait for a table. AYCE Sushi and Dim sum is served from 11 to 4 pm on the weekends.
Beyond this, we have had Pad Thai at this location and always enjoyed it.
There are a number of Green P lots nearby for parking or take the Subway. -
Review from Anabel L.
Toronto, ON
1/16/2012
you can't make your heart feel something it won't
I'm not a Spring Rolls eater. I make the odd exception for newness - they started serving all-you-can-eat lunch for about $15 (Monday to Friday) per person. Bana was excited about ordering some gyoza and cheese dumplings. I was excited to see Bana. The menu has a wide assortment of dim sum, thai, chinese, and sushi. No wait, I take that back, they don't actually serve sushi. The spicy tuna roll was smoked salmon and some random hot sauce. It's highly offensive. Their dragon roll was topped with smoked salmon too. Calling any of that sushi is like saying Madonna is humble. You got that right?
But I am still taking five minutes out of Monday to tell you that their lunch buffet is 50/50. 50 percent of me didn't mind it, and the other 50 percent of me wants to delete his post.
The shrimp rolls were yummy. Shrimp rolls are always yummy.
Like all 50/50s, just order with a crtitical eye, and you can have a decent meal. Stay away from the sushi, expect less than authentic and you're guaranteed a quick, diverse meal. -
Review from Emily H.
1/16/2012
There was once a time in my life when I frequented Spring Rolls, well, quite frequently... I am glad those days are over. I had been many years-Spring Rolls-sober when I was enticed back to try their AYCE dim sum. Not once, but TWICE. *bows head down in shame*
The first time should have been enough. I will admit that an AYCE dim sum experience is novel and exciting, but that's about it for positive adjectives. I would warn to stay away from the following: all of their soups, the rice rolls with shrimp/beef/veg (all you will get are the rice rolls, with very stingy portions of content), sticky rice, all fried rice dishes, most sushi items - especially the spicy tuna rolls, and creme brulee. Decent items are the seaweed salad, har gow (too sticky, but we're talking Spring Rolls standards here), and ice cream.
Service is mediocre at best at this location. There is a particular server that I have had the "fortune" of having both times, and he really does not enhance the "dining" experience. If you really want dim sum this coming weekend, do yourselves a favour and make a trip to Chinatown (err, or Markham, if you fancy like that).
Tip: if you still decide to come despite my wisdom, just come here early. Everything (service, food quality, portion, etc) drops to a 0.5-star after 1pm.
Atmosphere - 3/5
Service - 2/5
Food - 2/5
Price - 3/5 -
Review from Xi Y.
Toronto, ON
2/3/2012
Food is ok, service can be improved.
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Review from Reynold P.
Toronto, ON
10/24/2011
AYCE Dim Sum? what is this about?
I couldn't believe my eyes when my friend texted me the news. I'll assume that this deal has been going on for a while, but it also reconfirmed how unattractive Spring Rolls has been to me over the years.
At first, I was probably like you now, a non-believer. I didn't even want to give it a try. Spring Rolls isn't known for this stuff. Dim Sum is an art and it's mad delicious. How is there such a thing as AYCE Dim Sum. It made me wonder... How much Dim Sum can one person eat anyways? Well, apparently a lot...
Looking at my menu, I started to doubt that Spring Rolls could actually offer anything good. The selection available for the AYCE deal is usually limited. I was ready to be disappointed.
"So," I asked "what can you order for the AYCE out of this menu?"
"Everything man, let's Korean Short Rib this B#$*^!"
He was right, almost everything was available. One of the most extensive AYCE lists I've ever witnessed was laying in front of my eyes.
In addition to the Korean Short Ribs:
Sushi? BAM, they got it.
Har Gow? Shui Mai? Bam! they got it.
Torpedo or Tornado Shrimp? BAM! they got it.
Pad thai, red/green curry, fried rice? Bam! they got it.
In short, there are tons of stuff to get. Selection is the smallest of your worries.
The best part of it all, it's all pretty good. The sushi needs work, but it's decent. I've had worst at dedicated sushi restaurants.
It's something you gotta just try. It's a decent price for what you can get and eating for 2 hours with good friends is always a good time. Expect a ginormous food coma afterwards. I suggest you fluff the pillow before heading out. -
Review from Ellie A.
8/7/2011
Don't plan a big group event at Spring Rolls. I was a guest at one and although the conversation was fantastic (so we had a great time), the food was disappointing. If it wasn't for the nice girls serving us, this would have been my first one-star review.
As a student a number of years ago, I ordered take-out from Spring Rolls often to get me through late-night study sessions and group projects. I always found the food passable. It was pretty tasty and they delivered - that was all we needed.
But last night's dinner was...well...watery. They offered us a set menu and between all my friends, I tasted most of the options. Fresh rolls were filled with lettuce and pretty much nothing else. Mango salad was passable, if nothing interesting. I appreciated the cashews on top. The shrimp soup was VERY salty and most of the party who ordered it left some over in their bowl.
The mains I tasted were watered down and one-note. Veggie pad-thai had no depth of flavour, but just tasted of sweet tomato. The veggie curry was pretty awful. Flavourless tofu (and I love tofu) and undercooked veggies dredged in a heavy coconut sauce that tasted of...well...coconut. It was like someone was holding a pillow over the flavour and suffocating it to death.
The desserts were the worst (sadly). Mango creme brulee had a crust so thick, we were literally unable to crack it without pounding it with our spoons. And the custard inside was thick and gluten-y. Portion sizes were inconsistent on this dish. It was as if the kitchen had run out of ramekins to put the custard in, so they started using ones half the size and hoping no one would notice. Luckily, it didn't taste good enough for anyone to be jealous. Coconut sticky rice was salty, not sweet, and served with a berry sauce that tasted like watered-down jam.
The high note? The bathrooms were quite lovely. Nice bamboo back-splash in the stall. Gave me ideas for my new house.
Vegetarian score: 8/10. Can't find fault there. Now time to wash my complain-y mouth out with soap. -
Review from anita y.
10/1/2011
Pouring down rain outside, we were at the Eaton Center and wanted a quick bite. My husband asks me: Red Lobster or Spring Rolls? You don't have to ask me twice. In fact, you don't have to ask me at all.
I'm a fan of hole in the wall places with GREAT food.
This place is more like a nice place with good food; a solid 3 stars.
The Tom Yum soup was a bit salty, the sushi was fresh, service was fine.
Saw a table card that announced AYCE Dim Sum and Sushi on Sat and Sun for $16. I have to admit, I would try it. AYCE Dim sum and Sushi for $16? I've died and gone to heaven! It didn't state if there was a time limit. Won't get to try it this trip, but if I think about it, probably next time.
Bathrooms are about a continent away, way down in back, on the lower level, so bring your passport, and don't wait 'til the last minute. Seriously. -
Review from Moritz H.
Toronto, ON
Its always very busy at noon. But the service was still fast and friendly. I liked the bento Box with Salmon Teriyaki though it has not much to do with bento...
The prices are reasonable and you get a huge selection of foods.
Very noisy! -
Review from Alicia D.
Calgary, AB
12/5/2011
When I lived in Toronto this was one of my fav places to go for a quick meal after work or a yummy desert date with my bf. if you come here please try the F.B.I it's so yummy I wish I could replicate this desert!
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Review from Thomas H.
5/4/2011
Moderate price for bland, watered down versions of authentic dishes. (translation: waste of money)
People go here because it looks nice and it sounds safe.
You're on yelp, find something better. -
Review from Jorge L.
4/14/2011
This is a place where I bring friends when I can't think of anything else. Food isn't the best but the ambience is great. It is trying hard to look upscale at a decent price.
Think of premium seat of Air Canada - for $25 you get an extra leg room - in exit row. Not business class.
Spring Rolls is similar.
For a bit more, you can a nice ambience, decent menu and a good place to relax. But it is not a high end restaurant. Well, average meal is $ 15. Pad Thais is my favourite. i recommend trying it with Mango salad.
I ordered something with jumbo shrimp and it was a so so. Some items on the menu can be very hot so ask the server before ordering. The last thing you want is to end up in the crowded emergency room complaining some hot curry you have just eaten!
My suggestion? Try it. Besides, a Pad Thai is ONLY 1,300 calories. -
Review from Luis H.
Toronto, ON
11/12/2011
One of the best Pan Asian restaurants I've been to. Food and service are great. On weekends, the restaurant offers their all you can eat Dim Sum dining special for $16.95 per person. If ordering this special, you and all your guests must order the same special, otherwise it's a la carte for all. Waitresses are really fun and gracious, and that`s an extra plus for this location.
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Review from J H.
Toronto, ON
7/25/2011
this place is the definition of "meh. i've experienced better"
spring rolls is for people who don't know how to order thai food, are intimidated by asian food that isn't the mandarin, are too lazy to learn better, or don't live downtown.
it's a relatively attractive place but the food is bland and inauthentic. -
Review from Lindsey S.
Toronto, ON
12/30/2010 1 Check-in Here
I love Spring Rolls....even thought I know they are the same company as EAST - and we all know my feeling on EAST.....
Other then the Yonge and Eglinton location, this is my fave. It's big enough that it can accommodate larger groups, but small enough to feel intimate.
Their online reservation system is very fast and efficient....and they are very nice in their e-communications.
The food is great, the atmosphere is fun and the location is perfect....there are somethings that need improvement....
*Get Debit! WTF!!!
*Your servers are dense and need a course on customer service
*The front entrance needs work as it's very cramped
Over all, Spring Rolls is a great place for a first date, a business lunch or a quick dinner before a movie at the Manulife Centre. -
Review from Grace Y.
10/11/2010
This place is a chain, and so there are some antiseptic aspects about the experience but their food is pretty delicious. I loved the pad thai. The chicken was especially well done, very tender and moist, not dried out like some other places. The mango salad with chicken satay was also tasty.
Service was a little cold, but professional. A great place when you want a fancier Thai food experience. -
Review from Catherine J.
6/27/2010 2 photos
*First: I always admire and appreciate a server who's unafraid to tell me that I've ordered a dish that's not the best--especially when it's the most expensive thing on the menu. Thanks!*
A just-off-the-plane, sleepy tourist, my friend and I were easily enticed by the pretty girl with the pretty menus outside Spring Rolls after discovering that Camros was closed for the G20 Summit.
Typical dim sum dishes (sticky rice in lotus leaf, steamed shrimp in rice noodle rolls) taste a little funny in such a chic, well-designed space with Gangster's Paradise on the radio; the sangria was juicy, but it didn't make lunch feel less disjointed.
I'm not really complaining, just a little confused. $25 for a delicious meal for two is spectacular, and I'd definitely go back. -
Review from Avitania B.
Toronto, ON
7/6/2010 4 Check-ins Here
If you've ever been to PF Chang's in the US, that's what Spring Rolls is like. It's Asian food that's been modified to suit a wider palate. However, the price is right and they deliver in my 'hood, so That automatically ups its rating in my book from "just a'ight" to "it's all good."
The dining experience is pretty good for a place as busy as this. My husband and I split the Spring Roll Platter, which was an assortment of spring rolls on top of their mango salad. The mango salad was the perfect refresher to a sticky hot day: cool and sweet with a slightly spicy kick. My General Tao's chicken (the hallmark dish of the Anglicized Chinese Food repertoire) was nicely spicy without too much heat. However, the $4.99 mojito my husband ordered tasted watered down and not very minty (the leaves were folded into the bottom of the glass and not muddled), and my soda was flat.
But the service was good, despite how busy the restaurant was. I can definitely see this place becoming a go-to for a quick meal in a stylish setting that won't break the bank. -
Review from Keeley-Ann H.
Mississauga, ON
9/24/2010
I love spring rolls pad thia i think its amazing, BUT, if your going to order take out from spring rolls order from the express spring rolls next door. Its much cheaper and you get the exact same portion as you would in the sit down restaurant. Its a rip off. also, the spring rolls express takes debit and the restaurant doesn't.
I made the mistake of ordering from the restaurant (because i called the number on the website DONT DO THAT) and not only did i pay more for my meal but i had to go across the street and use an ATM because i couldnt get to my bank since i was on lunch break. I normally go into the express place and order there but i wanted to call in advance. I guess thats what i get for not wanting to wait in line.
Advice: your better off going into the express for the same food youd get in the restaurant because its cheaper and more efficient. :) -
Review from Jenny C.
Kingston, ON
2/19/2011
My friends and I decided to get take out from this place. Having walked past the restaurant a couple of times (I was drawn in by the very nice atmosphere) I was excited to see how it would taste.
First off, my friends were ordering again to cash in the 20$ points they had been given after their previous takeout experience had resulted in a late delivery. So I was already pleased to see that they dealt with complaints so efficiently. (The food with this order only took 30mins to deliver.)
We got an assortment of spring rolls, one of their pad tai dishes and a rice dish.
Everyone enjoyed their plates, although no one was wowed. But at least the dishes weren't greasy like so many other Asian restaurants. In fact, I was pleasantly surprised to find my spring rolls crispy, warm, and not soaked in grease (keep in mind that this is was all takeout).
Basically this is the kind of place where you'll get pretty tasty food, but it won't be the most traditional Asian food. More of a western interpretation. -
Review from Liana M.
8/12/2011
Went here with some family while visiting in Toronto. We managed to squeeze eight people into one of their large booths. Our waitress wasn't very nice, but at least she got our orders right. I had the rainbow roll and the regular kamakachi roll. So good! Nice presentation and the rolls stay together when you pick them up. Everything tasted fresh and delicious. My little cousin stayed entertained by watching the lights on the wall change colors. It's quite nice inside and pretty laid back, but we were there rather early, say around 1:00 pm, for lunch.
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Review from A.J. S.
5/9/2010
I have been to Spring Roll's a few times in the past. I took my Mom here for Mothers day.
I really like the restaurant itself. The decoration is really nice, the tables are ok, and the chairs are comfortable. It rally has a very nice feel to it.
The service is pretty good, the waiter was nice, and he told us about the mothers days special. He managed to be around without hovering or crowding. He was pleasant to be around.
The Food:
The Spring Rolls were great, i could taste many flavours, they were cooked right.
Mango Salad - Also very good, prepared right, fresh mangos and spinach. Tasted very fresh.
Pad Thai - This was the low point of the restaurant. I've said it before, if you order Pad Thai (or order thai noodle dishes) and they don't ask you how spicy you want it on some scale. Then expect to get dissapointing dish. Here they didn't ask and the dish was dissapointing. It lacked flavour, wasn't at all spicy, didn't have peanuts, came with an orange instead of a lemon. So, I'm not a fan of their pad thai.
Mango Creme Brule - This was fabulous. Sweet, cooked amazingly well and pretty great.
Normally I would give this restaurant a 4, but the Pad Thai pulls them down out of the stratosphere or good to great, to just - OK. -
Review from Melinda M.
Toronto, ON
11/19/2009
Went for lunch today. Service was below average, and the food was acceptable.
I think with Spring Rolls it's an expectation thing. Don't have any.
Just kidding! Just don't expect anything more than a chain restaurant for food or service, and then you shouldn't be disappointed.
I won't categorize Spring Rolls as a Thai restaurant. Spring Rolls is more of a generic Asian restaurant, a step up from mall take-out food, in my humble opinion.
Had a lunch special. Soup, which was pretty spicy but very oily and an entree with a salad, chicken dumplings, some sweet and sour chicken, and pad thai. Except for the consistency, I couldn't tell the flavor of the sweet and sour from the pad thai. Don't you think that's a problem? I am giving it a 3 because nothing was bad, it just wasn't that good either. -
Review from Erica T.
11/22/2008
Next time I'm in Toronto, I will definitely come here!
So, I'm visiting and my friend who's hosting me suggested we get Thai. I didn't realize just how awesome it was going to be. We went for a mid afternoon lunch on a Friday and there was a good crowd but still plenty of seating. The food was quite nomtastic and I was pleased to take home the rest of my huge portion to eat later (and yes, it reheats well!). I had one of the specials which was quite a deal given the awesome amount of awesome food you got! -
Review from Vanessa G.
Toronto, ON
9/5/2008
Spring Rolls is a great place to get Thai food but the menu at this restaurant is a really a fusion of Asian cuisine,
The house pad Thai here is really good - lots of tofu, egg, roasted peanuts, bean sprouts and coriander and loaded with chicken and shrimp.
However, if you're looking for a healthier (and more exciting meal) I love the salad wraps. It's stir-fried pieces of chicken and veggies in a oyster-type sauce. Then you wrap them up in big leaves of iceberg lettuce. The sweet and the crunch are really something else and you won't feel so full afterwards. Also, the sexy summer salad rolls are filled with smoked salmon, lettuce mushrooms and vermicelli noodles are are must!
There are so many great dishes to try here and so far I have been very impressed with everything I've tried! -
Review from Kelly C.
11/14/2010
While the atmosphere is good for a casual meal, the food has a unique (not thai) taste that didn't suit. We ordered the pad thai since we wanted a tasty, know-what-to-expect type of dish. The pad thai here is very different and has tomato sauce in it which introduces a more acidic flavor than I like. We also had the mango chicken which was not particularly good with an overpowering sauce and under-ripe mango.
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Review from Julie T.
Toronto, ON
6/6/2010
Not worth your money. Go to the food court in Eaton centre instead.
Went here with a friend after a day of shopping nearby. We waited for 20 minutes for a table, order some spring rolls and pad Thai and let me tell you it's taste like ..... the worst Thai/Vietnamese food I have ever tasted.
Wonder why they are always busy? -
Review from Jay U.
Toronto, ON
1/4/2011
Tasteless food, inflated prices, and skimpy portions of meat make Spring Rolls a big disappointment. Chicken Pad Thai (#T8) had only a few pieces of chicken thigh. Stir-Fried Broccoli w/Beef (#C8) had huge pieces of broccoli that were neither bite-sized nor tender, and like the Chicken Pad Thai had only a few morsels of meat. With so many other options for Chinese and Thai food in the area, the restaurant's pleasant decor isn't a sufficiently compelling reason to support a place like this.
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Review from Pere A.
Toronto, ON
1/17/2011 1 Check-in Here
Great food and friendy helpful staff, their menu is a good deal for lunch
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Review from Maureen P.
Toronto, ON
2/12/2009
I used to like spring rolls. But that was over 8 years ago. When there was only this location... when it was that narrow restaurant with no upstairs seating... when it used to be authentic Thai cuisine.
Spring Rolls is now only semi-so-so.
Despite my nostalgia, I still go to Spring Rolls. It's where many of my non-Asian friends insist to eat. They repeatedly order the shanghai noodles which implies it's good. I've stopped eating these after ordering them once - I like my noodles to have some taste. Thank you very much.
Spring rolls hasn't lost all of their touch... their springs rolls are still the highlight of the restaurant. All of them are, especially the shrimp rolls.
My vote for spring rolls is yay for appies and nay for entrees. -
Review from spaniel l.
Calgary, AB
3/13/2009
Well, SR is one of those restaurants where I don't mind going to meet up with my friends to catch up over some food.
I guess what I'm trying to say is that the food isn't too bad , price is reasonable and the ambience is hip enough to please everyone. So, if you are just looking for a place to eat and hang, SR might work for you.
I always order the Tornado rolls, House Pad Thai and one new dish each time I visit. If you are very reserved, they have a great on-line menu to give you an idea of their food.
It can get pretty busy during lunch and dinner so make reservations for large parties. -
Review from Michelle T.
8/26/2010
Good atmosphere...horrible spring rolls
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Review from Angela N.
Toronto, ON
8/28/2010 1 Check-in Here
Spring Rolls is what it is. Not the most authentic Thai food around, but I've usually been satisfied with my meals. The prices are reasonable and the atmosphere is pleasant as well. It's also worth nothing that this part of the city has a serious lack of good food. I enjoy the Thai Red Curry and the Sexy Summer Salad Rolls.
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Review from ness y.
Toronto, ON
11/23/2008
spring for rolls, and nothing else at Spring Rolls.
need a quick snack and a bevie before the show? pop in to Spring Rolls, sure. order a fresh roll if you're feeling health-conscious. or perhaps a tornado roll if you're feeling naughty.
but if you think you'll get anything besides overly sugary and/or spicy meals in spring rolls... skip! next. your money is better spent on food court "fusion", after, of course, some decent rolls and expensive drinks. -
Review from Chris P.
6/30/2009
This was one of the first restaurants I tried when I moved downtown. I went for a friend's birthday. The waitress was really friendly and the group of us had alot of fun with her. The food was really good though it took a little while to get it. I wouldn't say this is my favorite place to go but I would definitely go back.
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Review from Alum A.
North York, ON
1/19/2011
The wait staff are not good at all. They do not know the menu. I asked what was included int he Sushi Special and the waiter said I just started ad do not know and will ask- but never did. We waited 15 minutes for beverage since a/c the waiter the coffee maker was broken and I guess they could not serve coke and wine before they coffee maker was fixed?? The food took ages to arrive .The lady who delivered the food was at best cold and did not even look at anyone. Food was pricey and just OK. I guess that's what chain food is.
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Review from Stella Y.
1/3/2009
3.75++ We did like our meals here. Chicken & Rice entree, Pho Beef Soup (not enough veggies), Beef & Broccoli & Rice entree. Good service and nice people everywhere mostly. Nice decor and great prices.
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Review from T C.
Scarborough, ON
12/21/2010
To get 4 food groups, med. To pricey, I ordered a salad ( fairly fresh greens ) with chicken breast ( moist and pleasant, not a good size dinner portion ) and a tropical watermelon cottail ( fairly pleasant light alcoholic drink, but they do have other heavier variety of drinks. My Dinner Not filling at all.
Service was attentive, decor upscale but cramped upstairs, small narrow corridor, filled with place settings per table. ( heavy winter coats and ptrons access. Floor may be a challenge to manneuvor around to get to your table. But really nice woodenlike floating floors. Main floor very intimate dimly lit. 2nd floor brightly decorated neutral colours. Washrooms are clean cramped, well maintained. My colleague had peppercorn steak, too heavily seasoned, salad and heavier alcoholic peach/fruity drink ~ $8 ( Steak- I could smell it strongly across my table and she started to tear up and sneeze. )
Get ready for this, bill came and unbeknowngths(group of 7) to them till I given notice and then everyone was shocked that even 15% Tips was already charged, inaddition to another double tipping space of 15% was available if nobody was aware.
Devious restaurant DOUBLE DIPPING Tipping tacktic, to always read your dining bill line by line or get RIPPED OFF BIG TIME!!! ( they claim it was for charity, " like my ass " that they will submit more gouging from us for charity. If they foul enough people, they will submit themselves as charity cases when their business will fail from smarten up more aware regular patrons. At the end of the night, ended up getting a fallafel, chicken and vegetables, filled myself at home. Long unsatisfactory, temp. Dipping cold night at the theatre, company discreprancy with some rascist Belgiums about not tipping extra 15%. @ dinner.. They do cater to food allergy sensitivities, means freshness, custom order specific for you !!! -
Review from X P.
8/22/2009
I remember this Spring Rolls fondly because it was my first Spring Rolls experience. They have good salads and pad thai. It's been 6 years so I really shouldn't be writing about it as if I knew how it's like these days.
