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 1. Szechuan Legend

3280 Midland Ave
Toronto, ON M1V
(416) 292-7388

Category: Dim Sum

Neighbourhood: Scarborough

3.0 star rating
  9/10/2010

Vic H. covered Szechuan Legend quite well so I'll just put some additions into the Dum Sum I had.  It's located in the Scarboro Village Plaza which is extremely busy as one of the main spots of Chinese food during Lunch and Dinner.  If you come at…More »

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 2. Nadège Patisserie

780 Queen St W
Toronto, ON M6J 1G2
(416) 368-2009

Categories: Bakeries, Desserts

Neighbourhoods: Niagara, West Queen West, Trinity Bellwoods

3.0 star rating
  11/10/2010

Here is a tip for all my Enemies out there.  Dust your Pastries with Powder Sugar overload and I'm sure I will eventually choke to death on one of them.  If I don't choke, then it's unfortunate for you because I will cough right in your face with all…More »

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 3. Marben

488 Wellington St W
Toronto, ON M5V 1E3
(416) 979-1990

Category: Canadian (New)

3.0 star rating
  4/21/2011

It was the Group of Seven actually.  We had +2 Ladies beside one of our late arrivals of the night.  If you look at Rafi N's photos, you'll notice they were Twins and one was fully dressed while the other naked.  (http://www.yelp.ca/use...)

Looking at…More »

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 4. Manpuku Japanese Eatery

105 McCaul St
Toronto, ON M5T 2X4
(416) 979-6763

Category: Japanese

Neighbourhood: Downtown Core

3.0 star rating
  4/21/2010

*2.5 Stars*

The UDON is decent, as good as the frozen packs I get at Asian Markets which are about $1.00 per individual serving.  What I cannot replicate(YET) at home is the balance of the Soup Base, or at least I haven't been that dedicated to…More »

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 5. Restoran Malaysia

815 Major Mackenzie Dr E
Richmond Hill, ON L4C 9X2
(905) 508-1432

Category: Malaysian

2.0 star rating
  11/14/2010

Yay! I got to wait with everyone else in the Club scene that was the Lobby waiting space near the seats and bar.  I didn't know any of the others waiting but it felt like I was at a Yelp Elite event and wanted to walk through and start mingling…More »

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 6. Damas Grill House & Juice Bar

1795 Victoria Park Ave
Toronto, ON M1R 1H5
(647) 346-6424
3.0 star rating
  3/28/2011 First to Review

As Steak Queen's days has ended, Damas Halal Grill House arises to take advantage of the corner location.  A location that sees plenty of TTC riders pass by as well as Van Drivers stop by for a quick take-away before continuing their work-day.

Outside…More »

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 7. Me Va Me

330 Steeles Ave W
Thornhill, ON L4J 6X6
(905) 771-7377

Category: Middle Eastern

3.0 star rating
  10/13/2010

Me Va Me Express occupies a corner spot and has almost a Pizza Pizza feel inside but with Mediterranean food.  I took a brief while to decided on the Lamb Shish Kebob(Pita, $6.75) but the cashier asked me about 3 times what else I wanted, maybe a…More »

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 8. Jeon Ju Hyang Korean BBQ Restaurant

325 Bamburgh Cir
Scarborough, ON M1W 3Y1

Category: Korean

3.0 star rating
  6/13/2010

For dinner, we came in where my friend noticed the Korean patrons along with Korean servers.  Thinking of this fact, I thought this place would be half decent but then again I thought that there aren't too many Korean traditional restaurants within…More »

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 9. Inakaya

126 Willowdale Avenue
Toronto, ON M2N 4Y2
(416) 224-8881

Categories: Japanese, Sushi Bars

Neighbourhood: Willowdale

3.0 star rating
  3/23/2011

While "Friends" went on their separately planned HOT date-night, I didn't do so bad myself.  Even Paris Hilton would have said "That's Hot" in her sensual tone.  Unfortunately instead of pointing at me, she would point at my date with Inakaya's…More »

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 10. Soup Nutsy

222 Bay St
Toronto, ON M5K 1K7
(416) 304-1383

Category: Soup

Neighbourhoods: Financial District, Downtown Core

2.0 star rating
  6/21/2011

In search of Gumbo for awhile and Nutsy was one of them.
For some reason, Soup Kitchens of any kind are located Downtown.
Finally got to give Soup Nutsy a go during the 9-to-5 crawl.   2.5 *Star*

Line up, another line up.  Fck
Look at menu boards.
Soup…More »

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 11. Newland BBQ Square

4020 Finch Ave E
Scarborough, ON M1S 3T6
(416) 335-9966

Category: Chinese

Neighbourhood: Scarborough

2.0 star rating
  1/28/2012

Not as much BBQ in the Traditional sense.
Does Kebabs count in your world of BBQ?
If it does, there's plenty of choices here.

Seasoned the Northern Chinese way.
Flavours of spices such as cumin seeds, chilis.
Think of it like a Chinese BBQ Rub.

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 12. Bayview Court Chinese Restaurant

1070 Major MacKenzie Dr E
Richmond Hill, ON L4S 1P3
(905) 770-8623

Category: Chinese

2.0 star rating
  11/24/2011

My paths with Chiu Chow cuisine is somewhat limited RELATIVELY speaking.
Easily the reason being Cantonese is the default selection by Availability and Taste.
I know the very basic orders of a Meal and therefore I will share with you here.   2.5'd

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 13. Sugar Sweet Cafe

4911 Steeles Ave E
Scarborough, ON M1V 4J2
(416) 297-6665

Category: Cafes

Neighbourhood: Scarborough

2.0 star rating
  11/4/2011

As much as I like value-plus portions, I felt something was missing.
It could've been cos' there's so many customers, kitchen overwhelmed.
One day I was amazed by the plentiful portion of Noodles in the bowl.
Another day I look at the sad Sauce poured…More »

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 14. The Fish House

7501 Woodbine Avenue
Markham, ON L3R 2W1
(905) 948-1982

Categories: Caterers, Seafood

2.0 star rating
  11/11/2011

Western.   Seafood.   Restaurant.   Markham.
Where Le Biftheque Steak House used to happen.
It was a popular Steak House in its prime.

In its stead looks/feels like run-of-the-mill Seafood joint.
The Sea-theme ornaments, Fish logo, whole-9-yards.   2.5'd…More »

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 15. Mad Dog Cafe

817 Gerrard Street East
Toronto, ON M4M 1Y7
(416) 778-0303

Category: Coffee & Tea

Neighbourhood: Riverdale

3.0 star rating
  1/30/2012

Taste with your Nose.  That's my First-hand experience at Mad Dog Cafe.
Open the doors to this Diner-esque Cafe. Immediately I can taste Eggs, Fried Eggs.
It came via Nasal bombardment as the full space envenloped in Eggy smellness.
Mind you it was…More »

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 16. The Host

670 Hwy 7 E
Richmond Hill, ON L4B 3P2
(905) 709-7070

Category: Indian

2.0 star rating
  11/5/2011

The Host.

    Lunch Buffet perfect setup for Business Lunches and Foreign Visitors.
    Allows them to avoid the expectations of Fine Dining services.
    Also lets customer come and go without the wait of scratch cooking.

    Dinner is more…More »

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 17. Elephant & Castle

378 Yonge St
Toronto, ON M5B 1S6
(416) 598-4003

Category: Pubs

Neighbourhoods: Ryerson, Downtown Core

2.0 star rating
  11/5/2011

British Drinking Establishment otherwise known commonly as a Pub.
Bevvies priced acceptably.  Service not too shabby if I do say so.
Decor has a level of grandiose situated in a Historical TD Bank Building.
It was surprisingly not as packed as nearby…More »

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 18. Oh So Good Desserts & Coffee House

25 York St
Ottawa, ON K1N 5S7
(613) 241-8028
3.0 star rating
  10/6/2011

In the LATE hours of the night, I was half surprised half amused that a Coffee House was open while even some restaurants and shops in the area is closed for the day.  Open even beyond it's Second Cup and other Coffee counterparts which is an…More »

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 19. Tom's Dairy Freeze

630 The Queensway
Etobicoke, ON M8Y 1K5
(416) 259-1846

Category: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt

Neighbourhood: Etobicoke

3.0 star rating
  11/5/2011

Soft Served Ice Cream melted away unexpectedly rapid.
I think I've had better but somewhere west of Tom's.  2.5'd
My Friend likes the 50's vibe which I've yet to figure out.
Maybe it's the architectural design of the building?  
Kinda FUNKY cool I…More »

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 20. A La Mode

1689 Johnston St
Vancouver, BC V6H 3R9
(604) 685-6448

Categories: Bakeries, Food Stands

Neighbourhood: Granville Island/False Creek

3.0 star rating
  3/3/2011

Tourisy, overpriced Desserts Pies and Pot Pies but it was HARD to resist.  The way they displayed everything it was such a draw for the unknowing Tourist.  Outside of the price factor, the Pot Pie wasn't too bad even when they are all pre-made and…More »

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 21. Watch It! Vaughan Mills

1 Bass Pro Mills Drive
Concord, ON L4K 5W4
(905) 660-1242

Categories: Jewellery, Watches

2.0 star rating
  2/6/2012 First to Review

I am seldom associated to such words as Premium, Brands, Designer or Fashion.
Watch It.  A shop hidden in a Vaughan Mills Mall corner always gets my attention.
The Brands tell the story, Diesel, Emporio Armani, Guess, Hugo Boss, Kenneth Cole,
Michael…More »

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 22. Taste of Heaven Chinese Cuisine

2551 Pharmacy Ave
Toronto, ON M1W 3E2
(416) 490-8869

Category: Chinese

Neighbourhood: Scarborough

3.0 star rating
  10/14/2010

A couple of us crazies were in need of our daily Medicine and Taste of Heaven was the choice of the day.  It is Chinese Herbal Medicine prepared as part of the meal.  That might sound weird to most of you but Chinese Medicine is all natural/herbal as…More »

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 23. May Shi Yuen Dim Sum - CLOSED

4372 Steeles Ave E
Scarborough, ON M1V 4S5
(905) 948-8868

Category: Chinese

Neighbourhood: Scarborough

3.0 star rating
  10/17/2011 First to Review

In cold weather, a classic rice dish to warm ones stomach is satisfying.
Dad continuously spoke(10+ braindead yrs) about time in HK about such.
Slaving(!) over the traditional oven keeping the fire alive to cook the Meal.
How lucky we are to have…More »

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 24. ABC Bakery Coffee Shop

3618 Victoria Park Ave
Toronto, ON M2H
(416) 493-3151

Categories: Bakeries, Diners

2.0 star rating
  5/19/2011

I slowly backed my ass out of Crown Prince Fine Dining & Banquet as soon as I realized my net asset near my rear asset only had a $5.00 paper currency.  ABC Bakery a few doors down sounded more within my current Net Present Value so I went in more…More »

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 25. Bières et compagnie

4350 rue Saint-Denis
Montréal, QC H2J 2L1
(514) 844-0394

Category: Belgian

2.0 star rating
  5/9/2012

There's a simple satisfaction with the pairing of Belgium Beers and Mussels.
I was quite excited to have Bières et Compagnie on my path of consumption.
100 kinds of local & imported Beers can make anybody excited and blushing.
Moules prepared in every…More »

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 26. Evans Creole Candy Co

848 Decatur St
New Orleans, LA 70116
USA
(504) 522-7111

Category: Candy Stores

2.0 star rating
  8/24/2011

08/10/2011 - 04:31 pm

Two days in New Orleans, I've seen plenty of shops with various Pralines(pronounced Prah-leans) which is a sugary Caramel with Pecans(pronounced Peck-ons).  

I wasn't much interested in getting a taste but Evans seemed quite open…More »

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 27. Harlem Underground

745 Queen St W
Toronto, ON M6J 1G1
(416) 366-4743

Category: Cajun/Creole

Neighbourhoods: Niagara, West Queen West, Trinity Bellwoods

2.0 star rating
  11/8/2010

Walking past those 2 tied-up Curtains that is their passage to the dining space, I wanted to give those things a big TUG and see what prizes I won. Sitting near the Kitchen meant that the Cook nodded me Goodbye as I looked through the pass. The back…More »

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 28. La Binerie Mont Royal

367 Avenue Du Mont-Royal East
Montreal, QC H2T 1R1
(514) 285-9078

Category: Cafes

3.0 star rating
  3/1/2012

La Binerie actually refers to the Musical Fruit in French.
The Beanery's namesake speciality is Baked Beans. 2.5'd
However we're here for other Quebecois Traditional Fare.
This 70+ year old Diner seemed to be the place for such.

Tourtière        Pouding…More »

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 29. Kobo Gourmet

512 Kingston Rd
Pickering, ON L1V 1A6
(905) 839-4824

Category: Japanese

2.0 star rating
  2/15/2011

I've got to say I prefer seated facing the Kitchen. Especially at Japanese restaurants with Japanese staff, the Guys know what I mean.  Half of the pleasure is to watch them gracefully step from the Kitchen to your Table-side with that sunshiny smile…More »

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 30. Bannock

401 Bay St
Toronto, ON M5H 2Y4
(416) 861-6996

Category: Canadian (New)

Neighbourhood: Downtown Core

2.0 star rating
  10/6/2011

I've had my Canadian citizenship for quite some time.
If you ask me what Canadian food is, I'll tell you to Wiki it.
Bannock looks to be no doubt Comfort Food.
The kind that we all see at minimum once a week.

Would you like Fries with that?
967-11-11…More »

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 31. LAB - CLOSED

651 College Street
Toronto, ON M6G 1B7
(416) 551-5025

Categories: Canadian (New), Italian

Neighbourhoods: Little Italy, Bickford Park

2.0 star rating
  10/6/2011

I joined some Carbon-based Lifeforms into L.A.B expecting some scientific lab experience.  What came was less highschool experimental gaseous explosions and more modern Italian plainness.  I guess my encounter with Molecular Gastronomy will have to…More »

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 32. La Cabana

467 Danforth Avenue
Toronto, ON M4K 1P1
(416) 461-0556

Category: Mexican

Neighbourhoods: Greektown, Riverdale

3.0 star rating
  1/16/2011

Ay, Caramba!  That's one of my extremely limited Spanish vocabulary, the rest being Food related names.  At least that's what I thought while I got up to research the small blackboard on the wall with the specials-of-the-day.  The likes of Carne…More »

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 33. Squeal

8400 Oak St
New Orleans, LA 70118
USA
(504) 302-7370

Category: Barbeque

3.0 star rating
  8/17/2011

08/09/2011 - 11:39 am

My ride on the St. Charles Streetcar came to a halt near Oak st. and if I wanted to travel the rest of the way on S Carrollton ave. it would mean getting onto the Bus instead. From the advice I had at an earlier establishment,…More »

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 34. Ho Garden Chinese Restaurant

9255 Woodbine Ave
Markham, ON L6C 1Y9
(905) 927-9623

Category: Chinese

3.0 star rating
  6/3/2011

Sometimes I question why some Chinese restaurants do not use the same naming formats as some Korean restaurants.  Those restaurants can care less if the general English readers understand what businesses they're in.  Examples: Buk Chang Dong, Cho Sun…More »

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 35. Lai Doh Restaurant

4675 Steeles Ave E
Scarborough, ON M1V 4S5
(416) 293-7168

Categories: Fast Food, Chinese

Neighbourhood: Scarborough

2.0 star rating
  4/15/2011

Lai Doh played some of Jennifer K's favourite classic Hong Kong K(araoke)TV from the 70s/80s.  
I'm surprised she didn't 5-star them just for that "Feature".  
She pretends not to know who Leslie Cheung or Anita Mui(HK pop) are but the people in the…More »

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 36. Circus Chocolates

109 Thomas Street
Oakville, ON L6J 3A7
(905) 844-0104

Category: Food

2.0 star rating
  11/5/2011

Circus offers Ice Creams and Chocolates.
Maybe they are no longer in their prime time, the shop looked incomplete.
Chocolate display doesn't showcase the products to full potential.   2.5'd

Inside sitting area has shelf parts disassembled and emptied.
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 37. El-Tipico Ecuatoriano

2312 Keele St
North York, ON M6M 3Z8
(416) 614-1136

Category: Latin American

2.0 star rating
  11/24/2011

Ecuadorian Empanadas  -  Cheese.  Beef.  I approve.

Reminds me of Pillsbury Pizza Pops rather than McCain Pizza Pockets.
At least the ones made at El-Tipico Ecuatoriano, pretty tasty snack i n g.
Much more airy pastry than the Chilean or Mex doughy…More »

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 38. Thai Noodle

147 Baldwin St
Toronto, ON M5T 1L8
(416) 591-1555

Category: Thai

Neighbourhoods: Chinatown, Kensington Market

3.0 star rating
  7/7/2011

*Name*
Guay Tiew Ruer Nuer($8.95)

*Description*
Rice Noodles with Beef, Beef Balls, Basil, and Beansprouts in an ~INTENSE BROWN SOUP~ !!

*Decision*
MMMmmmmm intense, brown, translucent soup.  WTF
They sure know how to make Food sound scrumptious(sarcasm)
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 39. Souvlaki 2 Go

10040 Keele St
Maple, ON L6A 1W4
(905) 832-2112
3.0 star rating
  3/30/2011 First to Review

Greek Family restaurant hidden behind the scenes but it seems that a few resident locals visit on occasion.  It could be the same crowd as Maple Bakery needing something different than Italian cuisine in the Italian community.  

Souvlaki 2 Go serves…More »

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 40. Upper Crust

1008 Queen St E
Toronto, ON M4M 1K1
(416) 461-5663

Categories: Italian, Delis

Neighbourhood: Leslieville

3.0 star rating
  3/30/2011

While I sat to people-watch, more like Devan R-watch as he blazed off to the WAYLA Elite Event late as usual, I sipped my La CourTisane Tea(Teabag) from a Mug and cut into the light & airy Lemon Mousse Cake($4.00+).  The friendly front-of-house staff…More »

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