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1. Danish Pastry Shop
VIBE
This bakery reminds me of Europe. And as cliche as it sounds, it really is one of the city's hidden gems.
EAT
Chelsea buns were a staple growing up. Also, they have great sausage rolls here. But really anything you buy is fantastic here and the…More »
2. Nota Bene
Toronto, ON M5V 3X3
(416) 977-6400
Category:
Canadian (New)
Neighbourhoods: Entertainment District, Queen Street West, Downtown Core
Overview of my UYE Burger Tasting! Review number 3 in less than two months!
BIG Thanks for everyone for coming and to Nota Bene's management and PR team for being so lovely and accommodating. We loved the complimentary charcuterie. Delish, as always…More »
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1/21/2012
Menu Tasting update with yummy looking photos on my blog:
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I won't re-post… Read more »
3. Jedd's Frozen Custard
Toronto, ON M4P 2H5
(647) 349-2121
Categories:
Bakeries,
Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt,
Cafes
Neighbourhood: Yonge and Eglinton
VIBE
Ok. Love! What a great alternative to meet someone here than for "coffee" where you end up smelling like a bag of roasted beans. There's cute little chairs you can swing around in and large windows to view passerby. The rest is a typical cafe…More »
4. Crêpes à GoGo
Toronto, ON M4W 3Y8
(416) 922-6765
VIBE
Tres French. You're pretty much greeted with a "bonjour." Great place to catch up with girlfriends (or your best gays). Pretty low key in the evening. Really lovely staff. They rearranged the tables and made others squish over so they could…More »
5. Patachou Patisserie
Toronto, ON M4W 2L6
(416) 927-1105
VIBE
If you want a slice of Paris, this is the place to go. I'm not even joking when I say a few of the patrons here were speaking French. It's a great little patisserie and the perfect place to bring your mom or a girlfriend for lunch. I was here…More »
6. Serano Bakery
A block and a half away from the Mortimer campus of Centennial College and a 5 minute walk north of Pape station is one of my favourite bakeries. I'm in the hood, and these guys have been whipping up pastries and desserts (not just of the greek…More »
7. Origin
Toronto, ON M5C 1G6
(416) 603-8009
Categories:
Tapas/Small Plates,
Asian Fusion
Neighbourhoods: St. Lawrence, Downtown Core
VIBE
I came back here a year later for a UYE I hosted. It was originally to be somewhere else and due to a misunderstanding, didn't happen. Origin was Plan B and welcomed me with open arms at the last minute (well, they had some space available).…More »
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11/13/2011
VIBE
A lot of couples or business groups come here. But it's also great to go with girlfriends.… Read more »
8. Bakerbots Baking
Toronto, ON M6H 2T4
(416) 901-3500
Categories:
Desserts,
Bakeries,
Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
Neighbourhood: Dovercourt
VIBE
Bakerbots is like that cute, little Parisian-esque bakery that you never knew about walking by. And the best part (or worst part depending on how big your thighs are) is that they are right beside Ossington subway station. The bakery now sells…More »
9. Rooster Coffee House
One of my favourite, if not my favourite, coffee place in the city. The quality is great, the staff friendly and the clientele fun too.
It is as close to a second living room as you will get. The way Shawn and Dave have decorated this place truly…More »
10. Arepa Café
Toronto, ON M5V 2B3
(416) 362-4111
Category:
Latin American
Neighbourhoods: Alexandra Park, Queen Street West
A-ree-pa? A-rape-a? I don't know.
VIBE
Located in the old Tequila Bookworm space, this is a haven for those who love Brick walls and a drafty breeze. You can wi-fi to your heart's content and have a beer as well. All kidding aside, we had great…More »
11. Jules Cafe Patisserie
Toronto, ON M4S 2M5
(416) 481-1666
Category:
Bakeries
Neighbourhood: Mount Pleasant and Davisville
I went on a mission to Thobor's and found out the hard way it was closed on Monday and Tuesday so Jules was the back up.
VIBE
Not fancy. It's really cute that the people behind the counter are actually French and have French accents.
I ATE
Pain au…More »
12. Thobors Boulangerie Patisserie Café
Toronto, ON M4S 2M9
(416) 544-1733
Category:
Bakeries
Neighbourhood: Mount Pleasant and Davisville
3.8 stars
Came back here for lunch with a friend.
It is SO French in here. A dialogue, if you will:
Friend: "Can I have the French Burger?"
Cashier/Baker: "No. No more."
Friend: "Okay. Can I have the tartine gratinee?"
Cashier/Baker: "No. No more."
…More »
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3/7/2012
After hearing all of the buzz, I had to take a walk over.
VIBE
Small. Very french. Ladies who lunch.… Read more »
13. Chococrêpe
Toronto, ON M6J 1E4
(416) 855-5601
Categories:
Desserts,
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhoods: West Queen West, Trinity Bellwoods
Is it just me or if you want to get a quick fix all there is around Queen and Bathurst is poutine, a pizza pizza, Ghandi's and high priced restaurants? (416 is the exception but it's more of a snack and less of a meal plus constantly packed). I was…More »
14. Tori's Bakeshop
Toronto, ON M4E 1H1
(647) 350-6500
Category:
Bakeries
Neighbourhood: The Beach
4.5 stars
After hearing the rave review from Sara K.P. (it seems like this is a trend with this shop), I had to try this out with my friend who has a gluten allergy.
VIBE
I have to say this shop really fits in with the village-like setting that is the…More »
15. Athens Pastries
Toronto, ON M4K 1P5
(416) 463-5144
Categories:
Bakeries,
Mediterranean
Neighbourhoods: Greektown, Riverdale
One of my favourite snack places in the city, hands down. Great little pit stop if taking a long walk on the Danforth.
VIBE
A little bit Greek, a little bit not. You've got a sit down in the back. Nothing special on the paint sponged walls but I…More »
16. L'unita
Number 9 of my Restaurant Resolutions completed!
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And I guess I was saving the best for last. Whoo Hoo! Where do I begin? And yes, my meal was compensated (but not for this review specifically). I will be going again and…More »
Recently updated lists from Natalie T.
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King West and environs (13)King and Spadina area to Bathurst and Wellington area. Includes Spadina, Adelaide et al. |
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Annex (5)St. George to Bathurst on Bloor and north to Davenport/Dupont. |
Last Chance for Romance (22)From First Date to Save the Date, where to take your sweetie. |
Mexicana (12)Mexican food. I'm a fan. |
All Time Favourites (14)The Near.Afar. approved all time faves in terms of service and quality. Places that get my service time and again. |
Dive Bars (8)Let's jump off that board, shall we? |
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East York, ON
Yelping SinceSeptember 2011
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