If I was a Tourist

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Places I would love to know about if I was visiting Toronto. Completely unique experiences that are distinctly Toronto, and off the beaten path.

 1. Ward's Island

Toronto Island
Toronto, ON M5J 2H3

Categories: Beaches, Parks

5.0 star rating
  7/20/2011

Ward's Island is one of the many things that makes Toronto unique. The only problem being is that many native Torontonians have never been.

To access, visit the Toronto Island ferry docks, and pick the "Wards" ferry, not overun with strollers, you…More »

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 2. Toronto Music Garden

475 Queen's Quay
Toronto, ON M5V 3G3

5.0 star rating
  7/8/2011

One of the nicest bits about Harbourfront.

Live performances Thursdays and Sundays, mostly Classical and world music. Incredibly beautiful, and sitting on the steps watching a performance outside is truly magical, this is a special place.  

For info…More »

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 3. Bairrada Churrasqueira Grill

1000 College St
Toronto, ON M6H 1A7
(416) 539-8239

Categories: Portuguese, Barbeque

Neighbourhood: Dufferin Grove

5.0 star rating
  Update - 7/2/2011

This place is amazing. You cannot get better atmosphere in the summer.

We revisited, with a couple, an old friend from high school and a sibling. There was no need to worry about the time that would be had by all.

We were warmly welcomed by our…More »

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  • 4.0 star rating
    8/4/2010

    I am very lucky to have a Portuguese friend, or certainly, I would have never been introduced to… Read more »

 4. Riverdale Farm

201 Winchester St
Toronto, ON M4X 1B8
(416) 392-6794

Categories: Zoos, Parks

Neighbourhood: Cabbagetown

5.0 star rating
  7/5/2011

Since changing my morning bicycle commute route to include Cabbagetown (SO gorgeous) I now have the added delight of riding past Riverdale Farm twice a day. I have to admit I have stopped to see the animals.

Cabbagetown itself is worth the visit, as…More »

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 5. Salad King Restaurant

340 Yonge St
Toronto, ON M5B 1R8
(416) 593-0333

Category: Thai

Neighbourhoods: Ryerson, Downtown Core

5.0 star rating
  5/30/2011 ROTD 5/13/2012

Salad King. I love you. I know you are more "fuzion" than Thai, but I forgive you. Honestly, in my mind you could do no wrong.

A fresh to Toronto (and fresh faced) Jennifer of a decade ago, would frequent the small and no frills location on Gould,…More »

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 6. Chino Locos

4 Greenwood Ave
Toronto, ON M4L 2P4
(647) 345-5626

Categories: Mexican, Asian Fusion

Neighbourhood: Leslieville

5.0 star rating
  11/20/2010

I am not really one for Burritos. I know that sounds suspect, but I never really got into them. That being said, the Burritos at Chino Locos are ridiculous. Un real, and have completely turned me into daydreaming about burritos and running down Queen…More »

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 7. Leslie Street Spit Trail

3 Leslie St
Toronto, ON M4M 3M9
(416) 661-6600

Category: Parks

5.0 star rating
  8/16/2010

This is one of my favorite places in Toronto.

Also known as Tommy Thompson Park. I cannot believe I lived in the city for so many years without knowing this place existed. My partner and I get on our bicycles and visit at least once a week.  Whenever…More »

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 8. Dufferin Grove Park

875 Dufferin St
Toronto, ON M6H
(416) 392-0913

Category: Parks

Neighbourhood: Dufferin Grove

5.0 star rating
  7/12/2011

Dufferin Grove Park is a beautiful sprawling outdoor community run park in West Toronto. Besides having a play area, and lots of open space, there are a number of special things going on at the park that are worth noting.

Healthy and cheap eats!! The…More »

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 9. The Ritz Carlton

181 Wellington St W
Toronto, ON M5J 2H5
(416) 585-2500

Category: Hotels

Neighbourhoods: Entertainment District, Downtown Core

5.0 star rating
  5/25/2011

Ritz Carlton is obviously synonymous with luxury, and it does not disappoint. Luckily, a close friend is a manager at the Ritz, so my friends and I got a tour of the facilities. The rooms are spectacular. So comfortable and luxurious with bright…More »

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 10. Zaza Espresso Bar

75 Yorkville Ave
Toronto, ON M5R 1B8
(416) 823-4719

Category: Coffee & Tea

Neighbourhood: Yorkville

5.0 star rating
  4/16/2011

sunshine, espresso, grage doors open to Yorkville. Filled with genuine Italians sitting, standing, chatting in European Languages, sipping espresso and donned in expensive tinted eyewear and cashmere sweaters.

The super friendly owner (From Napoli)…More »

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 11. Sukho Thai

274 Parliament St
Toronto, ON M5A 3A4
(416) 913-8846

Category: Thai

5.0 star rating
  9/27/2010

Sukho Thai is a tiny restaurant, in a questionable neighbourhood, that always has a lineup spilling onto the street. It serves authentic, delicious Northern Thai Cuisine. The owners are a husband and wife couple. He is Canadian, and met and married a…More »

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 12. Hodo Kwaja

656 Bloor St W
Toronto, ON M6G 1K9
(416) 538-1208

Categories: Bakeries, Korean

Neighbourhoods: Koreatown, Palmerston, Seaton Village

5.0 star rating
  8/17/2010

I cannot BELIEVE people don't like Red Bean Paste. I will gladly eat anything Red Bean Paste. Yum.

The Walnut Potato ones are good too, but just not the same. A dozen walnut cakes for $3 is the perfect dessert for two - great for stopping in after…More »

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 13. Tofu Village - House of Soon Tofu

681 Bloor Street West
Toronto, ON M6G 4B9
(647) 345-3836

Category: Korean

Neighbourhood: Bickford Park

5.0 star rating
  Update - 12/13/2010

I have to say that after having Buk Chang http://www.yelp.ca/biz... a handful of times recently, and visiting Owl of Minerva http://www.yelp.ca/biz... , HoSu http://www.yelp.ca/biz... and First Markham's Sogong http://www.yelp.ca/biz... for soon tofu…More »

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  • 4.0 star rating
    8/16/2010

    I think "Yay!  I'm a fan" is appropriate.

    Just came back from dinner at Tofu Village, and I am… Read more »

 14. Udupi Palace

1460 Gerrard St E
Toronto, ON M4L 2A3
(416) 405-8189

Categories: Indian, Vegetarian

5.0 star rating
  8/6/2010

This is hands down, the best indian food I have had since Malaysia. ( Malaysia, especially the west coast is very heavily populated by south Indians. Thali on Banana Leaf for lunch is prevalent , cheap, delicious and very popular.) The food here is…More »

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 15. Sugar Beach

Lower Jarvis St & Queen's Quay
Toronto, ON

Category: Beaches

4.0 star rating
  8/30/2010

Sugar Beach is cute! I'm not really one for baking in the sun, but its nice to have sand, even if not natural.

Bonus points for revitalization. This spot was completely underused before. I like how you look out over the Redpath factory, this…More »

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 16. Agave Y Aguacate

214 Augusta Ave
Toronto, ON M5T
(647) 208-3091

Categories: Ethnic Food, Mexican

Neighbourhood: Kensington Market

4.0 star rating
  6/19/2011

Green Tostada, amazing.

Fresh guacamole, quesa fresca, tomato, sauce. All made to order.  All made with love, and care, and one order at a time. Perfectly seasoned. Portions are on the smaller side, so get an empanada from the booth across from Agave…More »

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 17. Rua Vang Golden Turtle

125 Ossington Ave
Toronto, ON M6J 2Z2
(416) 531-1601

Category: Vietnamese

Neighbourhoods: Ossington Strip, Trinity Bellwoods, Beaconsfield Village

4.0 star rating
  9/1/2010

This is a "Vegetarian pho" biased review.

Golden Turtle gets 4 stars because my SO (pho eater) and I (not pho eater) can both agree on the quality. We like it. It also gets bonus points for having real vegetarian pho. Often (especially in winter) I…More »

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 18. Hotel Ocho

195 Spadina Ave
Toronto, ON M5T 2C5
(416) 593-0885

Categories: Hotels, Bars, Food

Neighbourhood: Downtown Core

4.0 star rating
  5/10/2011

So I had to find a location for a going away party for a girlfriend that could  seat 15 or so people dropping in and out, that was centrally located, that served wine and food, and was not too expensive. Oh, also on a Friday evening. I recommended…More »

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 19. Ethiopian House Restaurant

4 Irwin Ave
Toronto, ON M4Y 1K9
(416) 923-5438

Category: Ethiopian

Neighbourhood: Downtown Core

4.0 star rating
  8/12/2010

I love Ethiopian food, and have sampled Ethiopian restaurants all over the city.  Whereas, I still think that *perhaps* Lalibela (West) is the best - Ethiopian House comes in close second.  It is not as cheap as Nazarath, or as authentic as Dukem,…More »

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 20. Ginger

695 Yonge St
Toronto, ON M4Y 2B2
(416) 966-2424

Category: Vietnamese

Neighbourhood: Downtown Core

4.0 star rating
  8/31/2010

In university, I used to eat at the Ginger south of here, honestly like 4 times a week. Meal and pop was under $5. That one doesn't exist anymore, but its older grungier brother does, and it is steps from my office.

Ginger isn't epic, by any means,…More »

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 21. Guu Izakaya

398 Church Street
Toronto, ON M5B
(416) 977-0999

Categories: Japanese, Tapas Bars

Neighbourhood: Downtown Core

4.0 star rating
  3/10/2011

Since being to Guu, all I want to do is Guu.

if you have not been to an Izakaya, be prepared for a big surprise. An Izakaya is more like a Tapas bar than a restaurant. You go to hang out with your friends and have drinks, the food is secondary, and…More »

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 22. Scarborough Bluffs

1859 Kingston Road
Toronto, ON M1N

Category: Parks

Neighbourhood: Scarborough

5.0 star rating
  11/25/2011

Living in Toronto for over a decade I did not manage to visit the Bluffs park until about a year or so ago, and I was completely in shock. Its AWESOME. The bluffs are beautiful there is a large sand beach and decent washroom facilities. Several…More »

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