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1. Czehoski
Toronto, ON M6J 1E5
Canada
(416) 366-6111
What's not to love? The staff is friendly, the food is fantastic, and the atmosphere is cosy and convivial. So far, I've enjoyed the chorizo mac and cheese, the flawless risotto, the amazing pierogies, and the veggie burger -- all winners. DIY…More »
2. Nota Bene
Toronto, ON M5V 3X3
Canada
(416) 977-6400
Category:
Canadian (New)
Neighbourhoods: Entertainment District, Queen Street West, Downtown Core
As our previous day's lunch was less than $20 between the two of us, I decided to test my boss's budget by bringing her to the fancy-pantalons Nota Bene. Lunch was amazing. We split a plate of roasted brussel sprouts which were sprinkled with little…More »
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5/13/2009
Fancy schmancy resto on Queen West. Very nondescript facade at the base of an office building.… Read more »
3. Prohibition Gastrohouse
Toronto, ON M4M 1G9
Canada
(416) 406-2669
Categories:
Pubs,
Gastropubs,
Sports Bars
Neighbourhood: Riverdale
I've always had a good time at this place. The food is decent and a cut above regular pub fare, and I have no compunction about getting totally sloshed here. The layout is a bit schizophrenic: restaurant to the right, expansive bar to the left, but…More »
4. The Third Floor Hair Boutique
Toronto, ON M6J 1E5
Canada
(647) 428-7495
Category:
Hair Salons
Neighbourhoods: West Queen West, Trinity Bellwoods
The product of a bit-too-much wine and a serendipitous jaunt down Queen West, The Third Floor is the brainchild of Amanda Lee Caskie and Minna Loponen, two stylists who decided to start their own salon. Five years later, they're still rocking it.
…More »
5. Ruby Watchco
Toronto, ON M4M 1H2
Canada
(416) 465-0100
Category:
Canadian (New)
Neighbourhood: Riverdale
This place is GOOD. After reading raves on Yelp, I knew I had to check this out this Leslieville spot. Ruby Watchco is a table d'hôte helmed by pre-eminent Toronto chef Lynn Crawford, whom you might know from Restaurant Makeover. But instead of…More »
6. Value Village
Toronto, ON M4M 1J5
Canada
(416) 778-4818
Category:
Thrift Stores
Neighbourhood: Leslieville
Value Village is a reliable source of kitsch, bric-a-brac, used clothing and craft supplies. It's better organized than you might think, and when I was scouring the racks for an orange polo shirt (I was a douche-o-lantern for Halloween) it was a…More »
7. Mercury Espresso Bar
Toronto, ON M4M 1J4
Canada
(647) 435-4779
Category:
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhood: Leslieville
This Leslieville local is a big ol' room that smells like sweet, sweet coffee. It's like a cube of caffeine. Their brewed coffee (pressed actually) is in their own words, "not terrible" so I'd suggest an espresso instead. It's in their name after all…More »
8. Drake General Store
Toronto, ON M6J 1J3
Canada
(416) 531-5042
Categories:
Bookstores,
Hobby Shops
Neighbourhoods: West Queen West, Beaconsfield Village
Need a gift for a hipster?
Obligatory Title Pun: DRAKE me out to the ball game.
Menu Readability: Is that Din? Oh, you guys!
Need to mention: DIY Plain Wood Nesting Dolls. $20.
What this place teaches me about myself: Yeah, I love this ish.
9. Dominion On Queen Restaurant Bar & Lounge
Toronto, ON M5A 1T7
Canada
(416) 368-6893
Categories:
Lounges,
Restaurants
Neighbourhood: Corktown
Respectable east end spot with daily specials and quick service. They also offer live music and comedy nights, but I think the place is better suited for drinks and food. The east-facing patio is small, but a good place to booze after work in the…More »
10. Mascot
Toronto, ON M6K 1L5
Canada
(416) 533-2888
Category:
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhood: Parkdale
Just to set the record straight, an inventory of the Mascot's seating situation shows: three wooden tables for two, two tall stools at the ornate antique bar, a low chesterfield (that I wouldn't dare sit on), and a rocking horse (that I would). While…More »
11. Swan Restaurant
Toronto, ON M6J 1G3
Canada
(416) 532-0452
Categories:
Diners,
Breakfast & Brunch
Neighbourhoods: Niagara, West Queen West, Trinity Bellwoods
Great service, excellent ambiance, hooks for coats (I love these), and a breakfast that just won't quit. Located at Trinity Bellwoods Park, it's a good place to stop for some fuel when hipping it up on Queen West. I've only been for brunch, but they…More »
12. T.A.N. Coffee
Toronto, ON M6J 1H1
Canada
(416) 532-9949
Categories:
Coffee & Tea,
Cafes
Neighbourhoods: Ossington Strip, West Queen West, Trinity Bellwoods
If I had to guess, I'd assume that T.A.N. stands for Tarry and Natter, but that would be cloyingly British. I stopped in for a quick americano and ended up chatting with the friendly barista, Nicki*, for over an hour. Our conversation, ranging from…More »
13. Queen Mother Cafe
Toronto, ON M5V 1Z2
Canada
(416) 598-4719
Categories:
Asian Fusion,
Thai
Neighbourhoods: Entertainment District, Queen Street West, Downtown Core
Having strayed from the path (ordering something other than the pad thai), I was a little disappointed. Serves me right. There's no way a chicken salad sandwhich could live up the high expectations I walked in with. Regardless, this place still does…More »
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4/19/2009
Very eclectic menu for a "cafe". Their pad thai is legendary, and that's all I usually eat when I'm… Read more »
14. Quaff Cafe - CLOSED
Toronto, ON M6J 1E5
Canada
(647) 344-8558
Category:
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhoods: Niagara, West Queen West, Trinity Bellwoods
Quaff is a superior space. You'll be taken by the beautiful interior and aura of calm. There is lots of seating here, and the place seems to go on for miles. The "freelancers row" that Stephanie C. mentioned is a decent place to get some work done…More »
15. Capital Espresso
Gorgeous space at the corner of Queen West and Dunn Ave. You don't know where that is? Let's just say it's in that pseudo-not-quite-that-sketchy lane of Parkdale smackdab in the centre of Blondie's and Mother India.
Capital Espresso how do I describe…More »
16. Schnitzel Queen
Toronto, ON M5A 1S5
Canada
(416) 861-9793
Categories:
Sandwiches,
German
Neighbourhood: Corktown
I can't believe I ate the whole thing.
Seated at what appeared to be the kitchen set of a quaint Bavarian soap opera, we watched in wonder as this tiny restaurant met the Schnitzel needs of ravenous lunch-time Queen-easters. This place did not…More »
17. Reliable Fish & Chips
Toronto, ON M4M 1J7
Canada
(416) 465-4111
Category:
Fish & Chips
Neighbourhood: Leslieville
I don't know if there's anything better on a rainy day than fish and chips in Leslieville. Oh, I know: fish and chips courtesy Sarah L because I didn't have cash on me. Although the restaurant is tiny (barely room for ten) our trio (Hi Denise!)…More »
18. River Towne
Toronto, ON M5A 1V2
Canada
(416) 203-6664
Categories:
Delis,
Sandwiches
Neighbourhood: Corktown
Diminutive deli serving the local lunch crowd. Daily specials are posted on a sandwich board and offer variety to a mind boggling degree. The diverse menu includes sandwiches, wraps, curries, chili, pub fare, and pastas. Pretty decent selections and…More »
19. The Burger's Priest
Toronto, ON M4L 1G3
Canada
(647) 346-0617
Category:
Burgers
Neighbourhood: Upper Beach
I returned to pray at the Holy altar of meat. Instead of The Priest however, I went for a more modest "cheeseburger". Still took about twelve minutes, and I left stinking like a deep fryer (there is literally oil mist in the air here), but that…More »
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2/6/2011
You gotta hand it to these guys; they know burgers. Located near Queen East and Coxwell, their… Read more »
20. Australian Boot Company
Toronto, ON M6J 1E7
Canada
(416) 504-2411
Category:
Shoe Stores
Neighbourhoods: West Queen West, Trinity Bellwoods
Winter is approaching (i.e., it's here) so I was looking for a middle ground between my kicks and my 18" high Sorels. Something sturdy but that doesn't make a sound like I dropped a bag full of hammers every time I take a step. Lured by their bright…More »
21. Cafe Crepe
Toronto, ON M5V 1Z7
Canada
(416) 260-1611
Categories:
Creperies,
Breakfast & Brunch
Neighbourhoods: Entertainment District, Queen Street West, Downtown Core
So I didn't get a stiff drink this time, but a few Stella Artoises were a great way to watch down my usual order: the chicken, egg, swiss and mayo crêpe (CESM). Delicious as usual.
I have to give them an extra point for handling our large and…More »
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1/2/2011
At the corner of Queen and John, Cafe Crêpe is a fair place to meet up for a quick lunch or late… Read more »
22. Sushi Bar
Toronto, ON M4M
Canada
(647) 351-3138
Categories:
Japanese,
Sushi Bars
Neighbourhood: Riverdale
Me and a sizeable group of yelpers descended upon this Riverdale sushi spot on a Sunday afternoon. It's a long space with heaps of seating and cute Japanese screens dividing booths. It's clean and very sleek.
The menu is a bit hard to understand.…More »
23. Cloud Free Agent Espresso Bar - CLOSED
Toronto, ON M6J 1G9
Canada
(416) 792-6831
Categories:
Juice Bars & Smoothies,
Coffee & Tea,
Breakfast & Brunch
Neighbourhoods: West Queen West, Trinity Bellwoods
Popped in here early on a weekday morning. It's a fairly monochrome spot, loaded with stools and a Queen Street facing counter. As the only one there, I was able to score the café's sole booth, an L-shaped deal with room for four (maybe even five).…More »
24. Jetsun's Juicy Burger
Toronto, ON M5V 1Z7
Canada
(647) 350-5387
Category:
Burgers
Neighbourhoods: Entertainment District, Queen Street West, Downtown Core
Everything about my subsequent visit to this place was stunningly disappointing. It was downright comical actually. They were still honouring their $2 burger deal, so I couldn't resist. Late on a weeknight however, the service apparently goes down a…More »
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1/25/2011
Jetsun's is set up inside the dessicated husk of the once-thriving collection of food stands known… Read more »
25. Ginger Restaurant
Toronto, ON M5V 1Z2
Canada
(416) 977-8778
Category:
Vietnamese
Neighbourhoods: Entertainment District, Queen Street West, Downtown Core
I walked in for take-out the other night and my conversation at the till went like this:
Vivek: "Hi, I'd like a combo number forty-five and--"
Cash: "That'll be $9.00"
Just to be clear, there was almost no space (a femtosecond really) between the "and"…More »
26. Squirly's
Toronto, ON M6J 1G1
Canada
(416) 703-0574
Categories:
Dive Bars,
Canadian (Traditional)
Neighbourhoods: Niagara, West Queen West, Trinity Bellwoods
Geh. Service lowlights include being told 'nah' when asking if I could have the burritos without beef, and being ignored for 45 minutes. I might have been more amenable to the shabby treatment if I was seated on the patio, but I was relegated to the…More »
27. Brown Sugar Bakery & Deli
Brown Sugar Café is probably what I would name a café if I were a vain, self-loving brown man that dug the Rolling Stones. It's a cute spot; the curved brick arch of the chocolate exterior gives it an almost cave-like feel as you enter. And the…More »
28. Lady Marmalade
Toronto, ON M4M 1J3
Canada
(647) 351-7645
Categories:
Breakfast & Brunch,
Italian
Neighbourhood: Leslieville
I haven't written a review of Lady Marmalade? Let me change that immediately. This Leslieville brunch spot is best known for their legend-and-you-WILL-wait-for-i t-dary queues for weekend brunch. I declare the long wait worth it. And if you have the…More »
29. Ric's Collectibles
Toronto, ON M4M
Canada
(647) 436-5643
Categories:
Music & DVDs,
Vinyl Records
Neighbourhood: Leslieville
If bears loved vinyl, they would make Ric's Collectibles their den. It's like a subterranean cave filled to the brim with records. (Imagine hibernating to King Crimson?) From Queen Street only the tiniest of signs announces its presence, so be on the…More »
30. The Pie Shack
Toronto, ON M4E 1G7
Canada
(647) 351-1411
Categories:
Desserts,
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhood: The Beach
Before I tell you what happened, let me explain that I think that The Pie Shack is a truly amazing spot. We spent no less than 3 hours here on Saturday night, eating pie, playing cards, drinking coffee, eating pie, playing around on our laptops and…More »
31. Tequila Bookworm
Toronto, ON M5V 2B3
Canada
(416) 504-2334
Categories:
Coffee & Tea,
Bars,
Sandwiches
Neighbourhoods: Alexandra Park, Queen Street West
Like a worm in a bottle of mescal Tequila Bookworm is just there. Idly floating at the corner of Queen West and Portland. You're not really sure what to think when you walk into this place. It's a coffeeshop but they're licensed, so it's a bit of a…More »
32. Queen/Saulter Public Library
Toronto, ON M4M 1H3
Canada
(416) 393-7723
Category:
Libraries
Neighbourhood: Riverdale
Yeah, it's a nice building I guess. But as libraries go I don't find this particular branch very functional. There isn't much in the way of interesting collections, and the actual quantity of books is very small. There aren't many tables on which to…More »
33. The Great Hall
Toronto, ON M6J 1H3
Canada
(416) 537-0803
Category:
Venues & Event Spaces
Neighbourhoods: West Queen West, Beaconsfield Village
My first foray into the Great Hall was for Canzine 2010 and I was immediately taken at the grandeur and feel of this charming venue. Your ascent up the entry staircase rewards you with a well-lit and airy event space decked out in Old Wood and…More »
34. Tortilla Flats
Toronto, ON M5V 2A8
Canada
(416) 203-0088
Not the best Mexican in the city -- that's my friend, Jesus -- but I liked the food more than other yelpers. Week-long booze offerings include cheap beer on Wednesdays and Margaritas on Thursday. Their trellised patio in the back is one of my…More »
35. Gladstone Hotel
Toronto, ON M6J 1J6
Canada
(416) 531-4635
The Gladstone is wild. There are any number of fun avenues to traverse in this hep and modern community hub and hotel. There's the Melody Bar which serves as a sinister spot for meetups, tweetups and other shindigs. Cover is usually free, and there…More »
36. White Squirrel Coffee Shop
Toronto, ON M6J 1G5
Canada
(647) 428-4478
Category:
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhoods: Niagara, West Queen West, Trinity Bellwoods
Have you seen the white squirrel? This Queen West coffeeshop is named for the albino rodent celebrity of Trinity Bellwoods park. Like a rodent, the café is pretty small and feisty, but unlike a rodent the staff won't gnaw on your belongings or infect…More »
37. Arepa Café
Toronto, ON M5V 2B3
Canada
(416) 362-4111
Category:
Latin American
Neighbourhoods: Alexandra Park, Queen Street West
It's fair to say that every country has made at least one lasting contribution to the global pocket food scene. India has the samosa; Turkey the schwarma; Canada can be proud of the Pizza Pocket, and Venezuela has the Arepa (uh-ray-pa): a soft round…More »
38. Garrison's By The Park Barbershop
Toronto, ON M6J 1G3
Canada
(416) 703-8602
Category:
Barbers
Neighbourhoods: Niagara, West Queen West
It's not often I get my hair cut on a Monday. Not ever to be honest. That's why when I picked up the phone to make an appointment at Garrison's, I knew magic was about to happen. A barbershop that is open seven days a week? They must be insane.
I was…More »
39. Black Dog Video - CLOSED
Toronto, ON M6J 1H1
Canada
(416) 530-0006
Categories:
DVD & Video Game Rental,
Music & DVDs
Neighbourhoods: West Queen West, Trinity Bellwoods
I wish this was my local video shop. It's got a great collection of indie and rare films that stretches as far as the eye can see. It's $5 for new releases and $4 for regs. They also have some sweet boxsets and other harder-to-find flicks.
But lookit,…More »
40. Wunderland Gallery and Espresso Bar
Toronto, ON M4L 1H3
Canada
(416) 698-4634
Categories:
Cafes,
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhood: The Beach
Way down the rabbit hole -- that is, near the corner of Queen East and Woodbine -- is a charming café and art gallery called Wunderland. It's tucked inside an unmissable house painted brown and yellow. There is a small patio out front and inside is a…More »
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