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 1. Sanremo Bakery

374 Royal York Rd
Etobicoke, ON M8Y 2R3
(416) 255-2808

Categories: Bakeries, Delis

Neighbourhood: Etobicoke

4.0 star rating
  9/27/2011

Since moving to the area last year, I've frequented San Remo when I've wanted a good lunch or some quality pastries.  You can get great deli sandwiches, pizzas, and other real Italian lunches.  You can also buy meats and cheeses to take home.  

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 2. Burrito Boyz

1197 Queensway St
Etobicoke, ON M8Z 1R8
(416) 354-2699

Category: Tex-Mex

Neighbourhood: Etobicoke

3.0 star rating
  Update - 1/3/2012

Stopped in for a burrito yesterday,  as we do often enough.  The place is busy (as always), and the service was friendly.  But we noticed tons of mini fruit-fly type flies buzzing around all the burrito toppings, landing in them, etc.  I was quite…More »

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  • 4.0 star rating
    9/28/2011

    A great option for takeout in the West end.  For $5-$10, you can get a small, which is more than… Read more »

 3. The Westerly

413 Roncesvalles Avenue
Toronto, ON M6R 2N1
(416) 551-6660

Category: Canadian (Traditional)

Neighbourhoods: High Park, Roncesvalles

5.0 star rating
  5/16/2012

Had a great dinner here this week.  We were on a mission for braised short ribs, and someone suggested we try the braised short ribs here.  

I made a reservation, not thinking I would need it on a Monday, but we were pleasantly surprised to find the…More »

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 4. Monks Kettle

3073 Bloor St W
Toronto, ON M8X
(647) 348-4848

Category: Bars

Neighbourhood: Etobicoke

4.0 star rating
  1/9/2012

Stopped in here on Saturday evening for drinks with a few friends and family.  It was nice to be able to stay in the neighbourhood - there aren't many pubs to choose from that have a nice atmosphere, and this one totally fit the bill.  It definitely…More »

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 5. Perfect Nail Spa

3050 Bloor St W
Toronto, ON M8X 1C4
(416) 233-2688

Category: Nail Salons

Neighbourhood: Etobicoke

4.0 star rating
  9/7/2011 First to Review

I've been here 3 times now, and for the price (very affordable at less than $35 ), you can get a very decent manicure and pedicure.  There's not a lot of pampering and love put into it, but the service is efficient.  

And most importantly, the place…More »

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 6. Barque Smokehouse

299 Roncesvalles Ave
Toronto, ON M6R 2M3
(416) 532-7700

Category: Barbeque

Neighbourhoods: High Park, Roncesvalles

4.0 star rating
  1/9/2012

After reading that this is one of the best new brunch places of 2011, we decided to try it out this weekend.  We arrived at about 12:30 pm on Sunday, and had to wait about 10 minutes to get a table for 2.  The host was friendly and efficent, and kept…More »

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 7. Royal Meats Barbecue

710 Kipling Ave
Etobicoke, ON M8Z 5G5
(416) 251-1144

Category: Barbeque

Neighbourhood: Etobicoke

2.0 star rating
  9/13/2011

After hearing some raving reviews from others in the neighbourhood, I was anxious to try this place. But sadly, I was disappointed, and found it to be vastly overrated. Driving up, I was initially impressed with the decor and cleanliness of the…More »

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 8. Swirls

4158 Dundas St W
Toronto, ON M8X
(416) 231-7774

Categories: Desserts, Bakeries

Neighbourhood: Etobicoke

5.0 star rating
  Update - 8/19/2011

Update: on my most recent visit, I realized that they do indeed now have some bistro tables and chairs, as well as an espresso machine.  Not overwhelmingly quaint or cozy, but they are trying.

P.S. We liked the Marble cupcakes so much, we went back 2…More »

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  • 5.0 star rating
    8/10/2011

    We had 165 Swirls cupcakes at our wedding - a mix of Lemon Luau and Vanilla. We did not have a… Read more »

 9. Easy Restaurant

1645 Queen St W
Toronto, ON M6R 1A9
(416) 537-4893

Category: Breakfast & Brunch

Neighbourhoods: Parkdale, Roncesvalles

4.0 star rating
  8/10/2011

We've been about 5 times now, always for brunch, and are definite fans.  I've tried both the Breakfast Burrito and the Huevos Divorciados, and enjoyed both.  The Huevos Divorciados left me so full it hurt.  My husband has tried both of those, and…More »

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 10. Blo Blow Dry Bar

2195 Bloor Street West
Toronto, ON M6S 1N4
(416) 766-4400

Category: Hair Salons

Neighbourhoods: Bloor-West Village, Swansea

3.0 star rating
  8/10/2011

I used Blo Dry Bar on Bloor for my wedding last month.  My Mom, 4 bridesmaids, and I all had our hair done on the day of the wedding.

For myself, I ended up being very happy with the results.  Luckily, as a bride, you are able to book a…More »

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 11. Gourmet Burger Company

843 Kipling Ave
Toronto, ON M8Z 5G9
(416) 234-9459

Category: Burgers

Neighbourhood: Etobicoke

5.0 star rating
  7/29/2011 First to Review

We've eaten here a few times now, and have been very satisfied. The burgers are tasty, and seem to be very fresh. No rubber patties! The price of the burger is priced proportionately to how many toppings you like (which seams fair to me), but many…More »

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 12. Stonegate Farmer's Market

194 Park Lawn Rd
Etobicoke, ON M8Y 3J3
(416) 231-7070

Category: Farmers Market

Neighbourhood: Etobicoke

2.0 star rating
  8/3/2011

We live down the street from this Farmer's Market, and the hours (4pm - 7pm on Tuesdays) is ideal for us - we can swing by on the way home from work and pick up a few things to last us the week.  

Last night we checked it out for the first time this…More »

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 13. Mystic Pointe Yoga

268 Manitoba St
Toronto, ON M8Y 4G9

Category: Yoga

Neighbourhood: Etobicoke

3.0 star rating
  9/7/2011

I have only been to Mystic Pointe Yoga once so far, so this rating is based on one visit, which was back in the late winter/early spring.

Also, I should add that I have been going to Downward Dog for years, and have been spoiled by well-trained…More »

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 14. La Veranda Osteria

946 Royal York Rd
Toronto, ON M8X
(416) 231-3800

Category: Italian

Neighbourhood: Etobicoke

4.0 star rating
  9/24/2011

Tried La Veranda for the first time last night, after hearing raving reviews from friends that also live nearby.  

The place was bustling when we arrived, but we got a table for 2 with no problem.  But it was nice to see how busy it was!  I also…More »

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 15. The Ace

231A Roncesvalles Ave
Toronto, ON M6R 1M3
(416) 792-7729

Category: British

Neighbourhoods: High Park, Roncesvalles

3.0 star rating
  1/16/2012

We checked out the Ace for brunch this weekend.  When we arrived, there were a few couples/groups ahead of us, waiting for tables.  The problem is, there's nowhere to wait.  With the frigid temperatures we've been having, we were all trying to huddle…More »

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 16. The Grille Restaurant & Bar

1596 The Queensway
Etobicoke, ON M8Z 1V1
(416) 255-7455

Categories: Barbeque, Greek, Breakfast & Brunch

Neighbourhood: Etobicoke

3.0 star rating
  2/12/2012

I've been to the Grille a fair number of times, not as my choice, but because it's the type of place my in-laws enjoy.  So dinner out with them is usually here or somewhere comparable.

I don't mind the Grille for brunch.  They do your typical…More »

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Location

Etobicoke, ON

Yelping Since

February 2011

Find Me In

Etobicoke, Downtown, West Queen West, Liberty Village...and a helmet for safety!

My Hometown

Toronto ON

When I'm Not Yelping...

I'm crunching numbers or drinking tea.

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The Last Great Book I Read

The Glass Castle; Still Alice; Room;