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1. The Ten Spot
Toronto, ON M4L 1C9
(416) 915-1010
Categories:
Hair Removal,
Nail Salons,
Skin Care
Neighbourhood: Leslieville
The decision to de-fuzz my hot-pocket was an easy one... actually going through with it is a different story! Since I am now a pro at having these done on a regular basis, I thought I'd share the experience with other curious but nervous wooly…More »
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12/12/2010
Moving across town means you have to decide what is worth the commute and what is not... a 45 minute… Read more »
2. Drake Scoop + Tees
Toronto, ON M6J 1J3
(416) 531-5042
Category:
Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
Neighbourhoods: West Queen West, Beaconsfield Village
I've got a lovely bunch of coconuts diddly dee... hold on to your seats coconut ice cream lovers, this place is the shit!
Yesterday was a bad combination of blistering heat and an impromptu walk to work (damn you 501 Queen and F*ck you too 29…More »
3. Nathalie-Roze & Co
Toronto, ON M4M 1K3
(416) 792-1699
Categories:
Women's Clothing,
Jewellery
Neighbourhood: Leslieville
I first met shop owner Nathalie-Roze when she organized a Haitian relief designer rummage sale. A mutual friend told me about the event and I was able to volunteer in the amazing fundraiser (we raised over 13k for the Canadian Red Cross). As a…More »
4. Gull & Firkin
After a tiring afternoon of beach volleyball, my friends and I decided to go to the Gull & Firkin. I assumed there was no way we'd get a spot on the patio given that it was a beautiful Sunday afternoon and well over 30 degrees.
I asked the waitress…More »
5. Damzels In This Dress
By now any of you who have met me in the flesh know that I mostly wear skirts and dresss... that being said I am a HUGE fan of this store.
I happen to be in the area for the Leslieville STOMP and recalled bookmarking this store; I stopped by with…More »
6. Table 17
Toronto, ON M4M 1H4
(416) 519-1851
Categories:
French,
Modern European
Neighbourhood: Riverdale
I wish I could share Avitania B.'s Groupon enthusiasm because I found this place a big let down. I too had a $50 Groupon here and was really excited to give it a try.
At first I was concerned that this place may be too fancy and romantic for a casual…More »
7. Fashion Crimes
Toronto, ON M5V 2A2
(416) 592-9001
Categories:
Accessories,
Women's Clothing
Neighbourhoods: Queen Street West, Downtown Core
If Alice in Wonderland were a store, it would be Fashion Crimes. Truly a master of whimsy, glamour and mystery, designer Pam Chorley always knows how to make a girl sparkle in one of her gorgeous dresses.
I actually bought my wedding dress here off…More »
8. Made You Look
If I were to sum up my fashion sense in a few words I'd probably say : random, eclectic and detail oriented.... and this is exactly was this store embodies. This place is fun and funky like Trove or Distill without the hefty price tag.
I walked in…More »
9. Shopgirls Gallery Boutique
I met the manager of Shopgirls, Ashley last summer at a mutual friend's wine and cheese patio banter. She mentioned the store was right near my work and I promised I would go check it out. Almost one year later and I am proud to say I finally went in…More »
10. Blondie's
I popped by today with my friend from out of town and immediately fell in love with the atmosphere. I am a sucker for chandeliers and ones made of wood made to look like horns are really no exception!
I also loved how the Man/Woman indicator for the…More »
11. DAVIDsTEA
Toronto, ON M5V 2A2
(416) 506-0653
Category:
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhoods: Entertainment District, Queen Street West, Downtown Core
When your boyfriend says he loves tea but has never been to David's Tea you know that you have a responsibility to pop that cherry at once. While aimlessly walking around Queen West on a cold night with no gloves (I know, I know) we decided a nice…More »
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5/14/2010
AMAZING CUPCAKE ALERT...
I walked in and was immediately given a sample of hot tea to try. The… Read more »
12. 69 Vintage Store
Toronto, ON M6J 1H9
(416) 516-0669
Category:
Used, Vintage & Consignment
Neighbourhoods: West Queen West, Beaconsfield Village
I have drunkenly been in this place a million times, at night it doubles as the coat check area for The Social. Today I finally got a chance to go to 69 Vintage.. in the day time... sober!
There were so many gorgeous dresses, sassy under garments and…More »
13. Mitzi's Sister
Toronto, ON M6R 1A6
(416) 532-2570
Categories:
Pubs,
Breakfast & Brunch
Neighbourhood: Parkdale
Went here with my Groupon for a lazy Sunday brunch and I think I may need to knock this place down a star from my last visit.
I order the rancho huevos and orange juice.
The juice was freshly squeezed which was appreciated and the food was not bad but…More »
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7/5/2010
Apparently liner in Parkdale on a Stat holiday is a mission impossible! I literally checked out four… Read more »
14. Taste of Tandooree
Don't judge me ladies and gentlemen, but I apart from my complimentary meal on Air India last summer, I have never had Indian food until today!
I am not a huge fan of spice and generally get suspicious of any food that has the distinct look of baby…More »
15. Café Bernate
Toronto, ON M6J 1H6
(416) 535-2835
Category:
Bakeries
Neighbourhoods: West Queen West, Beaconsfield Village
What's up with restaurants in the Queen and Ossington strip closing at 3pm and opening at 6pm?! I mean seriously people, it's 3:30pm on a Friday and I am hungry! Their loss is my win I guess because as a result of this most distasteful realization I…More »
16. Original
Toronto, ON M5V 2B4
Categories:
Shoe Stores,
Women's Clothing
Neighbourhoods: Alexandra Park, Queen Street West
If Lady Gaga were to go shopping in Toronto, Original would definitely be on her stop!
Just west of Spadina on Queen lies a colourful little shop were F/X used to be. Lovers of F/X should not fear because Originals is owned by the same people and has…More »
17. Trinity Bellwoods Park
I love all Toronto parks, but Bellwoods is probably one of my favourites in the city and here is why:
Conveniently located downtown and huge
Drum circles
Naked Lesbian Soccer at midnight (ah the good old days, lol)
Nuit…More »
18. Champagne & Cupcakes
Toronto, ON M6J 1H9
(416) 533-2253
Category:
Women's Clothing
Neighbourhoods: West Queen West, Beaconsfield Village
Champagne & Cupcakes! These are the two items I want to have present at my funeral...which is fitting given that I thought I died and went to heaven in this place.
I've seen these guys at the Toronto Clothing Show (great place to score some deals)…More »
19. The Drake Underground
Toronto, ON M6J 1J3
(416) 531-5042
Category:
Lounges
Neighbourhoods: West Queen West, Beaconsfield Village
My friend's band, The Jilted Lovers Club, was playing last week at the Drake Underground as part of their Elvis Mondays. The show was free and packed with awesome indie bands. I love that the Drake goes out of their way to help infuse Toronto with…More »
20. Mercury Espresso Bar
Today I had quite possibly the best Latte I have ever had. The foam was rich and flavourful, the base was strong but tasty and at about $3.
The WiFi was quick and reliable; you just need to ask the barista for the password and your set. I loved that…More »
21. Sushi Xtra
Toronto, ON M5V 2A5
(416) 599-2688
Category:
Sushi Bars
Neighbourhoods: Entertainment District, Queen Street West, Downtown Core
My tummy was rumbling last Sunday and I know it was the kind of hunger only sushi could satisfy.
Sadly we missed the happy hour (that ended at 3pm) but we made the most of it. Last time I was there, I ordered the Beef Sashimi (from the happy hour…More »
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3/13/2010
Once upon a time there once was a girl who dreamed of a magical place where the Salmon Sashimi is… Read more »
22. CTS/Vintage Nouveau
Toronto, ON M5V
(416) 850-9129
Category:
Used, Vintage & Consignment
Neighbourhoods: Alexandra Park, Queen Street West
What does one wear for crazy hat day at work?
A feathered chapeau?
A sombrero?
A fedora?
A cowboy hat?
A toque (In the summer time)?
All of these possibilities and more were available at CTS but I felt they weren't EPIC enough. Then I found it... a furry…More »
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6/22/2009
This quaint little store is located on the North West corner of Queen and Spadina and features a… Read more »
23. The Done Right Inn
Toronto, ON M6J 1G4
(416) 364-9102
Category:
Dive Bars
Neighbourhoods: Niagara, West Queen West, Trinity Bellwoods
"Shut up and pass me the Janga" is quite frankly the only thing I remember saying that night until it all went into a beautiful drunken haze!
It was a Sunday (don't judge me) and part deux of the Yelp Elite/my birthday after parties. I dragged along…More »
24. Made You Look
I prefer costume jewellery to fine jewellery, so although this is not my go to destination for statement pieces, Made You Look does have beautiful contemporary fine jewellery. That being said, I still think Made You Look has some amazing items. This…More »
25. Queen Mother Cafe
Toronto, ON M5V 1Z2
(416) 598-4719
Categories:
Asian Fusion,
Thai
Neighbourhoods: Entertainment District, Queen Street West, Downtown Core
I decided to give the Queen Mother a try while waiting for my concert to start at Nathan Philip Square.
Once we were seated, we waited a bit for a the waitress to get to our table.
I ordered the soup of the day: Chicken coconut, the calamari and a…More »
26. Parts & Labour
Toronto, ON M6R 1A3
(416) 588-7750
Categories:
Bars,
Canadian (New)
Neighbourhood: Parkdale
I first heard of Parts & Labour when I picked up a Now magazine last month; on the cover was a picture of the Social's Richard Lambert (http://www.yelp.ca/biz...) and OddFellow's Jesse Girard (http://www.yelp.ca/biz...). This bar/restaurant/Live…More »
27. Aldo Shoes
Toronto, ON M5V 2A5
(416) 340-9882
Category:
Shoe Stores
Neighbourhoods: Entertainment District, Queen Street West, Downtown Core
When did Aldo's become the shoe equivalent of Le Chateau? Cheap mediocre Canadian commodities that are expensive, uncomfortable and essentially disposable after one season! If you are looking for a shoe to go with a specific dress or an event and…More »
28. Bang-On
Toronto, ON M5V 1Z4
(416) 596-8443
Category:
Accessories
Neighbourhoods: Entertainment District, Queen Street West, Downtown Core
Bang-on is a tattoo parlour for your tees!
Pick a item, style, colour and create a witty message or choose from their pre-made decals. hadn't been to Bang-on in forever and to be honest, it wasn't as magical as it once was (probably because I no…More »
29. C Squared
Toronto, ON M5V 2A4
(416) 595-5606
Category:
Shoe Stores
Neighbourhoods: Entertainment District, Queen Street West, Downtown Core
If you are a fan of Camper or you just love quirky shoes this is the place for you. C Squared carries a wide variety of hard to find brands such as Tsubo and Poetic License.
The clothing in the back is cute too, and in many cases, cheaper than the…More »
30. Fressen Restaurant
Toronto, ON M5V 2B2
(416) 504-5127
Categories:
Vegan,
Vegetarian
Neighbourhoods: Alexandra Park, Queen Street West
As I am sure my fellow yelpers would agree Fressen can be summed up by saying: great food, shit service! I met some friends for brunch today and it took 15 minute for the waitress to come over and take my order.
I ordered the Stewed mixed seasonal…More »
31. Tattoo Rock Parlour
Toronto, ON M5V 2B6
Categories:
Tattoo,
Music Venues
Neighbourhoods: Alexandra Park, Queen Street West
After months of hearing about this place I finally decided to check it out with my friends last Friday. The music is cool but the atmosphere and crown are an odd mix. Let me clarify myself... Liberty Grand owns Tattoo Rock Parlor as well as the not…More »
32. Cadillac Lounge
Toronto, ON M6K 1L4
(416) 536-7717
Categories:
Dive Bars,
Music Venues
Neighbourhood: Parkdale
Cadi? Is that you? I barely recognized you in the daylight... was I wearing beer goggles last time? You don't sparkle the same way I remembered.
Your pierogies were passable... not bad, not good just passable.
All is not lost however, your patio helped…More »
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10/13/2009
It's no secret that this place has a ridiculously large patio but the live shows are really what… Read more »
33. Hells Belles
Toronto, ON M5V 2A9
(416) 504-4355
Category:
Women's Clothing
Neighbourhoods: Alexandra Park, Queen Street West
Let me start by saying that I am not goth but I love fashion and I make it a point to embrace it in many forms... As it's name would suggest, Hells Belles is a mix of will "rock & roll, pinup fetish, punk & goth" clothing, accessories and footwear;…More »
34. Fashionably Yours
Toronto, ON M6J 1E4
(647) 802-9687
Category:
Used, Vintage & Consignment
Neighbourhoods: West Queen West, Trinity Bellwoods
I long for designer shoes... alas my mediocre part-time student job (and husband with common sense) put a damper of this dream!
I randomly walked into the store while waiting for a friend and I was immediately drawn toward the:
AMAZING electric blue…More »
35. Lettieri Bar
Toronto, ON M5V 2A5
(416) 592-1360
Category:
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhoods: Entertainment District, Queen Street West, Downtown Core
OMFG I HAVE FOUND THE EQUIVALENT OF HOT LIQUID GREEN TEA ICE CREAM!
The Pistachio Matcha Noce Latte was great and the perfect appetizer for the sushi dinner I was going to have later. As yummy as my Latte was, it cost more than $5 for a small!
As I…More »
36. Korean Grill House
Toronto, ON M5V 1Z2
(416) 263-9850
Category:
Korean
Neighbourhoods: Entertainment District, Queen Street West, Downtown Core
Awe the meat sweats... those little beads of carnivore enjoyment, streaming down your forehead and heading straight for your eyes. PASS ME A YELP SWEATBAND PLEASE...
In any case, I like Korean BBQ. I went with a rather large group of 30 and the…More »
37. Public Butter
Toronto, ON M6K
(416) 535-4343
Category:
Used, Vintage & Consignment
Neighbourhood: Parkdale
I want to LOVE Public Butter. Let us first start with the name. What an awesome name for a vintage store: cute, yet random. I loved that they played The Stranglers full blast while I was there too (Golden Brown is pretty great!)
Similarly to Connie T.…More »
38. The Thrill of the Find
Toronto, ON M4M 1L4
(416) 461-9313
Categories:
Women's Clothing,
Used, Vintage & Consignment
Neighbourhood: Leslieville
It's not been said, so I am going to say it: I did not find this place thrilling nor did I find anything!"
I will echo Danielle P.'s mothball concern because this place smelt like it. Also the racks were pretty bare, the items overpriced and sadly…More »
39. Ho Su Bistro
Toronto, ON M5V 1Z8
(416) 848-9456
I don't know what to say... I am not really a fan of this place.
I ordered the Red Dragon it sounded amazing: dynamite roll wrapped with fresh salmon. Sadly it was disappointing. The shrimp tempura wasn't fresh at all, it tasted stale.
The Lychee…More »
40. Shoppers Drug Mart
Toronto, ON M4M 1J8
(416) 462-0062
Categories:
Drugstores,
Cosmetics & Beauty Supply
Neighbourhood: Leslieville
So the renovations are finally done and I have to say this place has done a total 360. There is a huge grocery area, cosmetic section and brightly lit aisles.
For some reason they are still missing some pretty crucial cosmetic brands such as…More »
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5/22/2010
Construction or no construction this shoppers is ghetto and I was thoroughly disappointed with this… Read more »
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Toronto, ON
Yelping SinceMay 2009
Things I LoveSushi, Radiohead, concerts, Shopping, Cheese, Music, Sex, Dancing, Swearing, Cashmere, Shoes, Yellow, Tea, Toronto, mom and dad
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My Favourite MovieI Heart Huckabeese
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Don't Tell Anyone Else But...I slept with a teddybear until I was 20!
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