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It was the West of Times, It was the Bloorst of Times
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1. DAVIDsTEA
David's Tea is a zen oasis of tea. The tea is fresh, well displayed and so very tasty. The staff are patient with my repeated requests to smell this tea, or that tea, and they skillfully describe each tea so that I almost know what it will taste like…More »
2. Bryden's
Want to try interesting local beers and cask ales?
Go to brydens.
Want killer cheesy, messy, pub nachos? Brydens.
Want to escape hipsterland and just relax at a dive-esque bar?
Bry-dens!
3. My Place: A Canadian Pub - CLOSED
I have been to My Place at least a dozen times since it opened. Some experiences are fantastic, other experiences leave me wondering if I have even visited the same restaurant. The menu is different for a pub, where an item may seem like normal…More »
4. Sweet Flour Bake Shop
Toronto, ON M6S 1P3
(416) 763-2253
I have visited sweet flour too much lately. It is my bloor west village cryptonite. My first review was 4 stars, but my experiences here since have made me want to up the ante. The coffee from I-Deal is now our go-to at-home french-press bean.…More »
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10/29/2010
When Sweet Flour first opened, I was excited by the prospect of custom made cookies. I did not enjoy… Read more »
5. The Good Neighbour Espresso Bar
I hesitantly entered The Good Neighbour Espresso Bar, feeling as if I was cheating on my favourite coffee shop, Crema, which is located just down the street. The feeling evaporated when I drank their Americano and realized there could be two great…More »
6. Bread & Roses Bakery Cafe
Toronto, ON M6S 1N6
(416) 769-9898
Categories:
Bakeries,
Breakfast & Brunch
Neighbourhood: Bloor-West Village
Bread and Roses is always busy. This is a good sign. I find Bloor West Village to be not a very delicious neighbourhood as a whole. Bread and Roses is one of the best options for a healthy sandwich, salad or soup for lunch with fresh fresh fresh…More »
7. Cafe Novo
Toronto, ON M6P 3K9
(647) 350-3538
Categories:
Coffee & Tea,
Cafes
Neighbourhood: High Park
I lived a block from here for years and desperately wanted an indie coffee shop, it figures now that I am gone a charming shop opens with friendly owners. Alas, when I want a caffeine jolt before a walk through High Park, this is the place. Good…More »
8. Rowe Farms
Toronto, ON M6S 1N6
(416) 766-4383
Category:
Meat Shops
Neighbourhoods: Bloor-West Village, Swansea
When I saw that Rowe Farms was coming to Bloor West Village, I was elated. The products are expensive, more so than going to your average farmers market, but it is one of the only places in the Village to get antibiotic and hormone free meat, with a…More »
9. Max's Market
Toronto, ON M6S 1P1
(416) 766-6362
Category:
Specialty Food
Neighbourhood: Swansea
I have been goIng to Max's Market for years and years. This is the shop in Bloor West Village to get fancy schmancy ingredients, like champagne vinegar and de puy lentils. Max's has a fine selection of (expensive) cheeses and deli meats, my issue is…More »
10. Peachtree Health Foods
Toronto, ON M6S 1N7
(416) 913-4466
Category:
Health Food Store
Neighbourhood: Swansea
After living in this neighbourhood for years and years I finally went into Peachtree Health Foods and was blown away. The tiny store was ram-packed with a huge selection of cosmetics, supplements, teas, cleaning supplies, candy - just about…More »
11. Strictly Bulk
In a city seriously lacking very many bulk barns, this store tries to fill the gap. It has a fair selection of bulk items and lots of interesting organic packaged foods, cleaning supplies and teas. I don't find the staff super friendly, but I don't…More »
12. L'Enveloppe Rouge Papery & Giftware
Toronto, ON M6S 4W1
(416) 766-2772
Category:
Cards & Stationery
Neighbourhoods: Bloor-West Village, Swansea
Located in a strange alley of oft-forgotten stores, gyms and offices off Bloor Street, this card shop is a wonderful find. It has hip and clever cards, great little trinkets and locally made jewellry at an extraordinarily affordable price. The staff…More »
13. Global Webstation
Toronto, ON M6S 1P6
(416) 769-2834
Categories:
Printing Services,
IT Services & Computer Repair
Neighbourhoods: Bloor-West Village, Swansea
Oh, Global Webstation. I never even noticed you until I desperately needed to fax something. On walking into Global, I couldn't help but notice how clean it was - like Mr. Clean had taken up residence. I think this is a nice feature if you have some…More »
14. Shakey's Original Bar and Grill
Toronto, ON M6S 1N8
(416) 767-0608
Category:
Sports Bars
Neighbourhoods: Bloor-West Village, Swansea
Shakey's was such a nice surprise! The new interior was crisp and clean (a little too clean and bright for a pub, I like just a bit of grunge!) and the menu was concise with a good variety of options. The burger was just the way I like it - organic…More »
15. Blo Blow Dry Bar
Toronto, ON M6S 1N4
(416) 766-4400
Category:
Hair Salons
Neighbourhoods: Bloor-West Village, Swansea
Feeling lazy and wanting perfectly straight hair, even in the back of my head where I usually can't really reach, I made an appointment at Blo. Their promise of $30 in 30 minutes was bang-on, but I left feeling...just, okay. Perhaps I am used to the…More »
16. Pizzaiolo
A delicious slice of delivery heaven. If I want to order delivery, this is my favourite place. The Gianni Ola with its bacon and mushrooms and soft and chewy crust makes me so very happy.
This location has always served me tasty slices in store, with…More »
17. Thai Classic Cuisine
Lately, I am craving thai food day and night. I felt compelled during a jaunt in Bloor West Village, to try Thai Classic Cuisine. Mixed yelp reviews left me curious.
I went in for the lunch special - $7.95 for a spring roll, soup and main course. I…More »
18. Bloor-Jane Restaurant
Toronto, ON M6S 1P9
(416) 766-5383
Categories:
Diners,
Breakfast & Brunch
Neighbourhoods: Bloor-West Village, Swansea
Total greasy spoon, a bit grungy and the service is both friendly and gruff. I tried the club sandwich, which was really more bread than anything else, but my my, was it ever buttery and mayo-ey and artery clogging. Mmm mmmm. I had an amazing…More »
19. Simply Thai Cuisine
Toronto, ON M6S 1N8
(416) 769-8866
Category:
Thai
Neighbourhoods: Bloor-West Village, Swansea
In my search for good thai in the West end, I happened upon here for lunch. The lunch special was only $9.50 so I thought I'd try it out. I wish I hadn't. The spring roll was terrible - very chalky. The soup broth was decent but the frozen vegetables…More »
20. Henry VIII Ale House
I've only visited the Henry VII Ale House once, I felt bad, like I was cheating on my favourite pub only two doors down, but I have to say, while the beer selection is not as exciting as Bryden's - the food I had was much better. The burger was on…More »
21. The Kennedy Public House
I have been to the Kennedy Public House eight times for lunch, each time with an entire table of mom's with strollers and young babies. The staff have been very accommodating to all our gear and our (sometimes) noisy children.
They have pizzas,…More »
22. Zaza Espresso Bar
Toronto, ON M6S 1N6
(647) 427-2998
Category:
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhood: Bloor-West Village
What a treat! An Italian cafe through and through - complete with Italian muzak and a rich, creamy espresso that makes me dream of my days in Italy. A selection of pastries include nutella biscotti and the perfect sized canolli. The gelato selection…More »
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Toronto, ON
Yelping SinceOctober 2010
Things I Lovecoffee, tea, pasta-making, gardening, cooking, baking, preserving, markets.
Find Me Inwest-side
My HometownCambridge, ON
My Blog Or Website When I'm Not Yelping...i'm trying to read the mind of my newborn.
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My Favourite Movieannie hall
My Last Meal On EarthCaprese Panini dipped in Ligurian Olive Oil
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