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1. MIO Japanese and Thai Fusion
Toronto, ON M5T 2G8
(416) 966-9688
Categories:
Japanese,
Sushi Bars,
Thai
Neighbourhoods: Chinatown, Kensington Market, Downtown Core
Mio is a pretty typical China Town sushi place - good prices, decent food, decent service, nothing special. That being said I still find myself there more often than I should for a place that's only ok.
My favourite thing about this spot by far is…More »
2. Mashion Bakery
Toronto, ON M5T 2C2
(647) 348-2866
Category:
Bakeries
Neighbourhoods: Chinatown, Kensington Market, Downtown Core
Mashion is pretty awesome as far as Chinese bakeries go. I am a huge fan of sesame rolls, so when this place opened up just a few minutes from my house, I had to check it out!
While the food is pretty standard in terms of selection, it is great in…More »
3. The Ritz Carlton
Toronto, ON M5J 2H5
(416) 585-2500
Category:
Hotels
Neighbourhoods: Entertainment District, Downtown Core
I love the Ritz.
Everything about it is luxury. It really is the ultimate luxury hotel experience.
I've had the pleasure of staying at the Ritz twice, thanks to a certain employee discount, and it never disappoints me. Not only is their lounge…More »
4. Carlton Cinemas
Toronto, ON M5B 2H5
(416) 494-9371
Category:
Cinema
Neighbourhoods: Church-Wellesley Village, Downtown Core
Sure, Carlton Cinemas might be nothing super fancy, but it is still a great cinema, with good movie selection, friendly staff, and excellent prices!
On a regular day, movies here are $7, and on Tuesdays there are a mere $5! While the screens might not…More »
5. The Queen And Beaver Public House
Toronto, ON M5G 1H1
(647) 347-2712
Categories:
Pubs,
Sports Bars
Neighbourhood: Downtown Core
The Queen and Beaver is such a gem! It's the perfect little pub hidden on Elm Street.
While I have had limited experience with the food served there, I've spent a few evenings in the football themed pub on the second floor. The service is great, and…More »
6. TPH The Printing House
Toronto, ON M7A
(416) 323-8080
Category:
Printing Services
Neighbourhood: Downtown Core
I've used The Printing House for work on a few occasions, and have always been more than impressed.
Having worked with other printers before, I know how annoying it can be - not having the right file types, not getting what I want, etc. etc. - but…More »
7. Chipotle Mexican Grill
Toronto, ON M5B 1R7
(416) 596-8600
Category:
Mexican
Neighbourhoods: Ryerson, Downtown Core
Chipotle is by far the best "fast casual" dining experience I've had... ever. I fell in love with the idea in Chipotle after hearing about how much Americans were loving it. When it came to Toronto, I knew I had to have it!
The burritos, tacos, and…More »
8. AMC Yonge & Dundas 24
Toronto, ON M5B 2G9
(416) 977-9262
Category:
Cinema
Neighbourhoods: Ryerson, Downtown Core
In terms of large theatres downtown, AMC will always play second fiddle to Scotiabank for me.
While they do a bazillion theatres (24, in fact) as well as IMAX and ETX, There is just something missing - and my suspicion is that it's their concessions.…More »
9. The Faculty Club
Toronto, ON M5S 3G3
(416) 978-6325
Category:
Venues & Event Spaces
Neighbourhoods: University of Toronto, Downtown Core
The Faculty Club is a beautiful old building nestled on the west side of the UofT campus.
While this is technically a private club (staff and faculty can pay for a monthly membership), it is also a venue space frequently used for weddings,…More »
10. Sambuca Grill
Since having a few decent/nothing special experiences at Sambuca, when we were stuck on a place for our work holiday lunch, I suggested it. With their giant Italian inspired menu, I figured there would be something for everyone.
I had spoken to them…More »
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10/10/2011
Sambuca is a Baldwin Village restaurant I have never visited (though I have lived in the area for a… Read more »
11. Loving Hut
Toronto, ON M5V 2L4
(647) 351-7618
Categories:
Vegan,
Asian Fusion
Neighbourhoods: Entertainment District, Downtown Core
I ended up at Loving Hut randomly one day upon discovering that Freshii (it's neighbour) was closed. While it took a bit of convincing to get my friend into a "vegan restaurant" we both ended up happy that we went - because everything was delicious!…More »
12. Sammy's Student Exchange
Toronto, ON M5S 3H3
(416) 978-3325
Category:
Mediterranean
Neighbourhoods: University of Toronto, Downtown Core
Sammy's is a great place for the UofT crowd - nestled in the basement of Hart House, it has cheap, fresh, and healthy food, which really is more than a student can ask for!
The best thing about Sammy's for me, is all the tasty vegetarian options!…More »
13. Hanoi Bistro
In my experience, Hanoi Bistro is touch and go. It's inconsistency makes me avoid it, especially considering how many other Vietnamese places are in the area!
I usually get a vermicelli noodle bowl with meat skewers. Sometimes, it's delicious -…More »
14. Badminton & Racquet Club
Toronto, ON M4V 1K6
(416) 921-3348
Categories:
Sports Clubs,
Venues & Event Spaces
Neighbourhoods: Yonge and St. Clair, Deer Park
Though I've never been here to play Badminton...or any racquet related sport honestly, I have been in their event spaces
.
The Badminton & Racquet Club is nothing special on the venue front. Yes, they can host weddings (or in the event I went to, a…More »
15. Veg Out
Veg Out is a 2-star place that could be at least 4-stars if they put in more effort with their service. Though I toyed with a 3-star review, the service and the wait times made it unjustifiable.
Though I'm not a vegan, I do enjoy vegetarian food, so…More »
16. Chaucer's Pub
Chaucer's Pub has one of the best beer menus I've seen in London - (and that alone is deserving of 4 stars) - however, combine that with a delicious food menu and decor consisting of weaponry - and the four stars are definitely warranted!
Chaucer's…More »
17. Porter Airlines
I hate flying. Like seriously, I hate it. Somehow though, flying porter makes it a teensy bit better.
PROS:
- You only have to be a half an hour early!
- It's downtown! So convenient from the Bathurst Streetcar, or you can just hop on the free…More »
18. Exile
Toronto, ON M5T 2J7
(416) 596-0827
Categories:
Accessories,
Women's Clothing
Neighbourhood: Kensington Market
Exile is a vintage clothing dream in the heart of Kensington Market.
Exile has a lot of great vintage finds year-round, like gowns, suits, uniforms, etc. The real draw of Exile though, are the Halloween costumes that pop up around September each…More »
19. Sin & Redemption
Sin & Redemption is another one of my go-to places (also included in that list is it's next door neighbour, Village Idiot). If you've been to Village Idiot, Sin & Redemption is it's classy older sibling.
The best thing about this place is of course,…More »
20. Wow! Sushi
Toronto, ON M4Y 1R4
(416) 923-1888
Category:
Sushi Bars
Neighbourhood: Downtown Core
I'm not going to lie, I had HUGE expectations for Wow Sushi. I was a little disappointed by my meal as a result - it was definitely good sushi, but I had expected mind blowing!
Wow Sushi is a tiny little sushi shop with only a few tables - maybe 10…More »
21. Chinese Food Gallery
Well, I didn't go here by choice - and I wouldn't recommend anyone go here unless they're coerced.
This place was kind of suspicious from the start - it's purple and pink outdated counter tops, and outdated decor in general set off my "uh oh" radar,…More »
22. Brownstone Bistro
Toronto, ON M4Y 1Z5
(416) 920-6288
Categories:
Caterers,
Breakfast & Brunch,
Italian
Neighbourhood: Downtown Core
I popped into Brownstone one Thursday night when Volo was too crowded - and though they don't have the same beer list, I was not disappointed!
The service was a little slow at first, because they were quite crowded, and it was too the point that I…More »
23. Tasty Corner Restaurant
Toronto, ON M5T 2L7
(416) 504-4448
Categories:
Indian,
Sandwiches
Neighbourhood: Kensington Market
Tasty Corner, though literally a minute from my house, has never intrigued me - until this past weekend. I stopped by there for lunch, and while it was pretty good, I wasn't blown away.
From the outside, Tasty Corner looks a little sketchy - not sure…More »
24. Zimmerman's Freshmart
Toronto, ON M5T 2L8
(416) 598-9000
Category:
Grocery
Neighbourhood: Kensington Market
Zimmerman's is my local grocery store, and while I try my best to avoid going there (for various reasons) somehow, I end up there a few times a week.
The reasons why Freshmart is inferior to other grocery stores:
- They never ever have sales on…More »
25. Yelp Masquerade at Bar Vespa
I feel like I want to rate this event SIX stars (you heard me!)
Though this place was a bit off the beaten track for me (that's what cabs are for!), I was definitely happy I made the effort.
Pizza, risotto balls, meat balls, lamb skewers, and servers…More »
26. Hot Yam!
Toronto, ON M5S 2E3
Category:
Vegan
Neighbourhoods: University of Toronto, Downtown Core
After getting over my initial disappointment about this place (as I was picture Hot Yam! as a group of students cooking yams in tinfoil on a BBQ... and I love yam), I realized that I had found a Wednesday lunch gem, just minutes from where I work!
Hot…More »
27. Monster Halloween Outlet Store
Toronto, ON
(647) 232-5151
Category:
Dollar Store
Neighbourhoods: Alexandra Park, Queen Street West, Downtown Core
When this Monster Halloween store opened, I was so excited for a new one-stop Halloween shopping store - but unfortunately, it's a dud! I went in to this store mainly to browse and check out prices, but with the idea that I might buy a feather boa,…More »
28. B & J Trading Company
Toronto, ON M5T 2G5
(416) 586-9655
Categories:
Home Decor,
Kitchen & Bath
Neighbourhoods: Chinatown, Kensington Market, Downtown Core
B and J Trading Co. is one of the best store of... stuff(?) (can't really be categorized) in the Kensington / Chinatown areas.
There are so many random things at great prices you can get there! I normally go there for:
- Craft supplies
- Gift bags /…More »
29. Valens Restaurant
Valens Restaurant is a decent new(ish) (almost a year now, but new compared to the other Baldwin classics) restaurant with a variety of cuisines but an overall Italian feel.
I went here for dinner on a Saturday night, and the place was surprisingly…More »
30. Thai Noodle
Toronto, ON M5T 1L8
(416) 591-1555
Category:
Thai
Neighbourhoods: Chinatown, Kensington Market
I can't believe I've lived so close to this place for so long, and haven't gone in until this weekend.
The food and service at this place gave it the five star review - because both are amazing! Sure, the decor could be spruced up a little, but with…More »
Recently updated lists from Susan G.
Lunch Breaks at George Brown College (4)If only I'd known about the fabulous places to eat at the King/Jarvis area when I'd first started school here!There are so many fast, delicious, and cheap places to eat in the area. To think, I suffered through cafeteria food for so long unnecessarily! Hopefully this list prevents that from ever happening again. |
Gems of Kensington Market (17)My attempts to get to know my neighbourhood a bit better - the good, and the not so good. |
Hair Done, Nails Done, Everything Did (6)Salons and Spas of Toronto! |
Throw Yo' Party HERE (9)The best event spaces in the city! |
All you CAN Eat (4)Not all you SHOULD eat.These are the places I go to stuff my face. |
A Torontonian in Europe (8)I'm backpacking (aka Yelpin') across Western Europe. If you're headed there, here are some places to check out (and perhaps some to avoid!) |
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Toronto, ON
Yelping SinceApril 2010
Things I LoveGoing to the movies, watching TV, eating at fancy restaurants, Star Wars, Harry Potter, General Nerdiness
Find Me InDowntown T-Dot
My HometownDartmouth, NS
My Blog Or Website When I'm Not Yelping...... I'm not really living at all.
Why You Should Read My ReviewsEating is "my thing"
My Second Favourite Website The Last Great Book I ReadSong of Ice and Fire series
My First Concert"The Game" (I'm gangster like that)
My Favourite Movieis an impossible question to answer
My Last Meal On EarthAYCE - anything and everything!
Don't Tell Anyone Else But...I'm yelping at work right now
Most Recent DiscoveryAs hard as I try, I can't be a vegetarian...