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1. Laughing Stuff & Novelty
I picked up the last of my Halloween accessories here Friday night. The place was a mess but that was kind of expected with the amount of people crammed into the store fighting over the last of whatever was left.
They had exactly what I needed and it…More »
2. Cherry Cola's Rock N' Rolla Cabaret Lounge
Cherry is definitely the name of the game here. Everything is red. The walls, the lighting, some of the corsets on the bartenders, you name it. It's a small space but it's packed with fun. The live music is always at "blast your ears off" level and…More »
3. Local 510
A friend suggested that we come here for drinks on a Friday night. Being Thanksgiving weekend I figured things to be moderately dead. Local 510 was rockin' though. It was packed, but not uncomfortably full. There was a good number of people but you…More »
4. Bakerbots Baking
Toronto, ON M6H 2T4
(416) 901-3500
Categories:
Desserts,
Bakeries,
Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
Neighbourhood: Dovercourt
Holy ice cream sandwich Batman!
For about $5 you get a gigantic slab of ice cream between two large cookies. I dare you to get your lips around this without squishing it down a little.
I went with the mint ice cream and double chocolate chip cookies…More »
5. LCBO - Bloor and Ossington
Toronto, ON M6G 1M4
(416) 536-4340
Category:
Beer, Wine & Spirits
Neighbourhood: Bickford Park
It's a little location, but this place is all right. They have the selection you need and the staff on hand to make some suggestions when you're not sure what to get.
Watch out on Friday and Saturday nights after 8, the lines can be a little long.
Nov.…More »
6. Puck'N Wings
I had to meet someone at Finch station and they were running extremely late so I popped in here to have dinner.
Though the Leaf's game was on and it was Saturday, it wasn't all that busy. The waitress was prompt and brought me a menu and asked if I…More »
7. Yonge Gifts & Discounts
Toronto, ON M5C 1W4
(416) 203-9403
Category:
Convenience Stores
Neighbourhood: Downtown Core
Standard convenience store. Came here during Nuit Blanche so it was nice to see them open late taking advantage of all the walk-by traffic.
They have the standard stuff you would expect, along with the standard service you expect from a privately…More »
8. RBC Royal Bank
Toronto, ON M6H 1L6
(416) 535-3153
Category:
Banks & Credit Unions
Neighbourhood: Dovercourt
Came in to buy a VISA gift card when I needed one larger than the $100 ones you can get at the grocery store.
I came in just before closing but was sad to find out that as a non-RBC customer I had to have cash to get the gift card as they could not…More »
9. Mon Berri Frozen Yogurt & Pâtisserie Café - CLOSED
Toronto, ON M5S 1W7
(416) 340-2377
Categories:
Desserts,
Coffee & Tea,
Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
Neighbourhoods: The Annex, University of Toronto, Downtown Core
I haven't been here in a while but my first trip was very memorable. It was a sunny Saturday afternoon and I had made the purposeful trip here to try this new froyo place. It wasn't long after they had first opened. I came early in the day about a…More »
10. Smashburger
San Diego, CA 92108
USA
(619) 684-1550
Category:
Burgers
Neighbourhood: Mission Valley
Hello Beautiful!
I popped my Smashburger cherry here on a wonderful sunny Sunday afternoon in September. It was busy, the line was to the door, but it was worth it. While my friends, being from SD, were a little conservative with their orders, I…More »
11. Chocolaterie Bernard Callebaut
My friend in California loves Bernard Callebaut chocolate so I make sure to hit up this store when ever I come back to Calgary.
They almost always offer you a sample of something when you're in the store. They have a wide assortment of products where…More »
12. Mi Casa
Toronto, ON M5A 2L1
(416) 929-1913
Category:
Arts & Crafts
Neighbourhood: Cabbagetown
This is a great little housewares store in Cabbagetown. They have a little over everything for everyone I do believe.
If you're looking for straight-up modern accents then you're sure to find something. On the quirkier side of things they have some…More »
13. RW & Co
I love me some RW.
I bought some pants at this store a few years ago and I wish I had bought two as I loved them so much and have never seen a similar style since then. I almost wept last year when I had to throw them away.
RW is my go-to for daily…More »
14. Mankind Grooming Studio for Men
Amazing!
That word sums it all up nicely. This was my first trip to any sort of male-oriented salon. Their description, "Grooming studio for men" is a nice tight way of saying "Come hang out in our man cave and get your hair cut". I didn't know what…More »
15. Manchu Manchu Wok
Toronto, ON M4W 3G7
(416) 925-8902
Neighbourhoods: Church-Wellesley Village, Downtown Core
I was going to give these guys a 2-star review but they're currently closed for renovations so I'll give them the benefit of the doubt that they realized things suck and they're doing something to fix it.
The selection here is ok. I've never been here…More »
16. WAYLA Lounge
Toronto, ON M4M
(416) 901-5570
Categories:
Lounges,
Venues & Event Spaces
Neighbourhood: Leslieville
I'm not really sure what to think of this place anymore. The first time I came was for an Elite event, so of course I had a great time.
I came back last Friday with a buddy for some drinks. It wasn't overly busy so we were able to grab one of the…More »
17. McDonald's
Toronto, ON M5T 2C2
(416) 703-7401
Category:
Fast Food
Neighbourhoods: Alexandra Park, Queen Street West, Downtown Core
This location has been reno'd so it's now the McCafe concept. Other than that it's still the hub of drunken post-bar debauchery that it always has been.
One night as I was stumbling home I stopped in to get a Big Mac combo. When I received my order I…More »
18. Moxie's Classic Grill
Welcome to Moxie's newest location in Calgary. It's warm, it's cozy, it's a little in your face, but most importantly it's all good.
From start to finish the service was excellent. My parents and I were seated immediately, had drinks on the table…More »
19. Piatti Ristorante & Bar
La Jolla, CA 92037
USA
(858) 454-1589
Categories:
Italian,
Venues & Event Spaces,
Pizza
Neighbourhood: La Jolla Shores
While staying at a nearby hotel this past weekend, my friend and I needed a place to have dinner. Piatti came up in the nearby search. After reading fellow Torontonian Angie C's 5-star review, we decided to give it a go.
Though the restaurant was…More »
20. Jonathan's Market
I've come here a couple times now on my visits to San Diego. Each time has been for their tortilla chips. They're like crack. So good!
On this last trip the customer service was great. We couldn't find the tortilla chips as we are apparently blind and…More »
21. Vantage Pointe
San Diego, CA 92101
USA
(619) 696-8000
Category:
Property Management
Neighbourhood: Downtown
My friends just moved into an apartment here. The building is new so everything is in great working condition. They're near the top of the building so it's great that the elevators are fast to get you up and down.
The concierge was a little funny as…More »
22. Embarcadero Marina Park South
It's a little hard to judge the park itself as I was here for the Wine and Food Festival Grand Tasting on the weekend.
Despite that fact, it looks like a great park. There's lots of grassy area to throw down a blanket and hang out, a view of the…More »
23. Bar Vespa
Toronto, ON M6K 3K4
(416) 533-8377
I came back a couple weeks ago with a fellow Yelper to use the gift card I had won at the elite event. I had made a reservation ahead of time, but it wasn't necessary as there were many tables available. Maybe we missed the rush having an 8pm dinner?…More »
24. Michaels - Arts & Crafts
San Diego, CA 92110
USA
(619) 275-2920
Categories:
Arts & Crafts,
Hobby Shops
Neighbourhood: Loma Portal
What a gong show this place is. And I'm mostly talking about the parking lot. This store was a nightmare to get in and out of.
Upon entering the store there is a mass of stuff. The whole initial entryway is piled with red and green Christmas crap…More »
25. Chipotle
La Jolla, CA 92037
USA
(858) 554-1866
Category:
Mexican
Neighbourhood: La Jolla
It's been a few years, but this was the very first Chipotle I ever visited. Being from Western Canada originally, there is no Chipotle there, in fact the only two in Canada are in Toronto.
I was impressed at the speed of service, the quality of…More »
26. Vancouver International Airport
Do you need a workout? Look no further than the Vancouver airport. If you're connecting from a domestic flight to a US bound one then you've got a hefty trek in front of you. The good news is, you don't have to grab your checked luggage. Just follow…More »
27. Craft & Commerce
San Diego, CA 92101
USA
(619) 269-2202
Categories:
Gastropubs,
Bars
Neighbourhood: Little Italy
My friends and I came here after the Wine and Food Festival to continue our binge drinking...err...to sober up.
Even though it was the middle of the afternoon, there was a really good crowd and the vibe was awesome. Our group cozied up in one of the…More »
28. San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival
This is my 800th review and this event is totally worth giving it to.
I went to the Grand Tasting this past Saturday. Amazing! The weather was perfect for this event, nice and sunny but not too warm.
At first I was a little hesitant when my friend told…More »
29. Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa
Well Estancia, I would have liked to give you my 800th review but you get #801 as the Wine and Food Festival edged you out.
I had an excellent experience here. From day one in dealing with this hotel it was almost flawless. I wanted to surprise my…More »
30. Trader Joe's
La Jolla, CA 92037
USA
(858) 546-8629
Category:
Grocery
Neighbourhood: La Jolla
This was a quick trip in and out to just grab a plant for a house warming gift.
The cashier was REALLY friendly. He quickly chatted us up and had us out of the store fast.
Nov. 30-day challenge 31/30
31. Direct Energy Centre
Toronto, ON M6K 3C3
(416) 263-3000
Categories:
Stadiums & Arenas,
Venues & Event Spaces
I'm not sure how you can really rate this place as it's basically just a big warehouse and is totally dependent on the show you're attending.
However, the couple of times I've been here I haven't been blown away. The bathrooms are tolerable, the…More »
32. Starbucks Coffee
Came through here during TIFF. Despite the huge numbers of people they had tons of staff making beverages and getting everyone through the line quickly. My London fog was up to normal Starbucks quality and was done way quicker than I normally…More »
33. Pizza Park
Toronto, ON M6G
(416) 533-0303
Category:
Pizza
Neighbourhoods: Koreatown, Bickford Park, Seaton Village
It's good and it's cheap, what more can you ask for out of a pizza place?
I wasn't expecting much walking in here. The restaurant itself isn't the nicest looking place but it's fine for what it is. The guy behind the counter (owner?) was nice but was…More »
34. Reg Dried Foods
Toronto, ON M5T 1L8
(416) 593-9814
Categories:
Desserts,
Coffee & Tea,
Specialty Food
Neighbourhood: Kensington Market
The baklava here is amazing!
Try it, you won't be disappointed.
Nov. 30-day challenge 35/30
35. Peking Express
When I lived in the area this was my go-to dirty feed place. It's good old greasy Chinese food at a good price.
The menu is a decent size and has a range of options for everyone. As with most places like this, there is a discount if you pay cash. I…More »
36. AMC Yonge & Dundas 24
Toronto, ON M5B 2G9
(416) 977-9262
Category:
Cinema
Neighbourhoods: Ryerson, Downtown Core
Visited this theatre for the first time the other day to see the Muppets movie.
The box office staff were friendly and quick. The snack counter girl was good and knew her stuff when my friends and I started asking questions about the ice cream and…More »
37. Alley Burger
The stars finally aligned so I could give these guys a try on my most recent trip back to Calgary.
(Un?)fortunately it happened to be the day that Eat Street was filming them. The weather was cold and rainy and with the extra publicity the line ended…More »
38. Park Hyatt Toronto
Toronto, ON M5R 2E8
(416) 925-1234
Category:
Hotels
Neighbourhoods: The Annex, Discovery District, University of Toronto, Downtown Core
My friends booked a room here and I met up with them for some drinks before heading out for a bachelor party. The room was decent. Not as nice as I was expecting for the Hyatt. I found it quite odd that the room had two double beds, I would think…More »
39. The Brass Rail
Toronto, ON M4Y 2B2
(416) 924-1241
Categories:
Adult Entertainment,
Bars
Neighbourhoods: Church-Wellesley Village, Downtown Core
Sometimes you just have to take one for the team. I came here for a bachelor party. My friends bought one of the guys a dance but he wouldn't go. So I went. Now I'm sure you're all saying "What? A free lap dance and you're complaining?". In this…More »
40. Hemingway's Restaurant
Toronto, ON M5R 1A8
(416) 968-2828
Categories:
Bars,
Canadian (Traditional)
Neighbourhood: Yorkville
I was pleasantly surprised to walk in here at 8:00 on a Friday night and not find it packed. My group of 8 easily got a table.
The waitress was there immediately and got our first round order taken. For dinner I went with the gourmet pizza off the…More »
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Yelping SinceJune 2009
Things I Loveburritos, stroopwafel, Halo, Running, Italian Sausage, froyo, did I mention burritos, marathons, slurpees, steak, high fives, BBQ
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