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Things I Discovered (or at least, things I reviewed FIRST)
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1. Craigslist Toronto
I love Craigslist.
I have saved this for my 100th Yelp review.
I love Craigslist. Did I say that already? Toronto Craigslist is especially colourful, as you might imagine. Each local Craigslist reflects the community, right?
Much better than spammyier…More »
2. Paperboy Cards & Gifts
Toronto, ON M4T 1K2
(416) 926-8622
Category:
Cards & Stationery
Neighbourhoods: Yonge and St. Clair, Deer Park
HOW has this place not been reviewed yet??? Weird! It's a great little boutique similar to other stores like Write Impressions, Outer Layer and Red Pegasus.
I love this place - this is where I send Mr. Rosie S. when he's clueless. I say, "Trust me.…More »
3. Double Sushi
Toronto, ON M4C 1M1
(416) 698-2168
Categories:
Japanese,
Sushi Bars
Neighbourhood: The Danforth
WOW. So this is apparently another hidden gem in our new 'hood! SCORE!
My Mom was visiting for the weekend and had a craving for sushi, so I did a little "interweb" sleuthing and found the closest two sushi joints. But the other one had a couple of…More »
4. Noah's Ark
Holy crap. This was a crazy, crazy experience. Just BIZARRE.
We're in the middle of moving. Noah's Ark Pub was the most obvious or noticeable establishment near our new place, and we wanted to take a break from heavy lifting for a drink and maybe a…More »
5. Fedex Kinko's - CLOSED
Toronto, ON M4P 2H4
(416) 322-3455
Neighbourhoods: Mount Pleasant and Davisville, Yonge and Eglinton
WOW.
Wow, wow, wow.
EXCEPTIONAL service! Great place - immaculately clean store, efficient system, friendly people. That means five stars.
I have been to the Yonge & Eglinton FedEx Office a few times now, and I love it! First of all...
...we have to…More »
6. Below The Bark
Toronto, ON M4T 2B7
(416) 892-5289
Category:
Pet Groomers
Neighbourhoods: Yonge and St. Clair, Deer Park
Heather is the BEST!
We found her on Craigslist - she had a post in the pet services section titled "SCRUFFY DOGS WANTED!" and offering FREE grooming! She's just starting her grooming business and was looking for different sorts of dogs to groom and…More »
7. Pizza Pizza
Toronto, ON M4C 1M1
(416) 967-1111
Categories:
Pizza,
Food Delivery Services,
Fast Food
Neighbourhood: The Danforth
I am updating my review to use my new pizza rating system!
I also have to admit that I have become a convert to Domino's.
Crust Texture: Bread-like; not particularly chewy or crispy. Average-airy.
Crust Flavor: Not cardboard-like. More sweet than salty.…More »
1 Previous Review: Show all »
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5/15/2011 First to Review
Yeah, we like Pizza Pizza. So sue us. As far as fast food delivery goes, I am a veghead and Mr.… Read more »
8. Diamond Pizza
Toronto, ON M4J 1N1
(416) 269-1269
So this is one of the local places in our new 'hood!
We drove by it a few times making trips back and forth from the old place... you can tell just by looking at it that it's going to be GREAT or TERRIBLE. Obviously, I mean, for what it is... the…More »
9. LCBO
Scarborough, ON M1L 1A9
(416) 699-7003
Category:
Beer, Wine & Spirits
Neighbourhood: Scarborough
WOW. There are clearly NO Yelpers around my 'hood... none of my regular spots have been reviewed yet!
So: Our new local LCBO.
It isn't the biggest, nor the smallest, LCBO you'll find. Small to mid-sized, I would say. But more on the small side...
They…More »
10. Dollarama
One of the smallest, most crowded and badly laid-out Dollaramas to which I've been. It's messy, and there are always a bajillion people. Maybe they do have off hours, but I've never seen it! The line-ups are always soooo long, even when they have all…More »
11. Daisy Mart
East York, ON M4C 5B9
(416) 686-4233
Category:
Convenience Stores
Neighbourhood: East York
I must appeal to my fellow Yelpers not to support this business. It is run by heartless, rude and actively mean people. Or at least the grunting matriarch is. She's the reason to steer clear, and the reason I am encouraging potential customers to…More »
12. Shoppers Drug Mart
Best service I've had from a Shoppers Pharmacy since I moved to TO. Love that.
They all remember who I am, whether I'm calling something in or showing up at the counter. I like that.
Great selection of upscale cosmetics and grocery/food at this…More »
13. V-8 Convenience & Variety
East York, ON M4C 5B6
(416) 699-4495
Category:
Convenience Stores
Neighbourhood: East York
There's a huge back story. If you haven't read about my wintry emergency and the terrible experience down the street at Daisy Mart, please see said back story:
http://www.yelp.ca/biz...
So after that, I ran (crying) over to V-8, and he (OF COURSE) let…More »
14. Bulk Barn
Toronto, ON M4C 1M7
(416) 686-9053
Categories:
Dollar Store,
Specialty Food,
Grocery
Neighbourhood: East York
I love Bulk Barn, so it's tough to mess up on this one... I suppose if you were out of stock of everything all the time, or were small or stinky... that would be off-putting... but not here!
Great customer service - everyone here is friendly. They're…More »
15. Bulk Barn
MY FAVOURITE!!! Though I have been a BB regular for years, it has become nearer and dearer to my heart in these tough economic times and with today's focus on being a more eco-conscious consumer!
Buying all your pantry staples at Bulk Barn will help…More »
16. Shoppers World
East York, ON M4C 1M9
(416) 698-2447
Categories:
Shopping Centres,
Dollar Store
Neighbourhood: East York
So. I've sort of reviewed this plaza already, via my reviews of the businesses in this plaza:
SHOPPERS DRUG MART
http://www.yelp.ca/biz...
DOLLARAMA
http://www.yelp.ca/biz...
BULK BARN
http://www.yelp.ca/biz...
Basically, the roster of stores/businesses is…More »
17. Cam's Auto Service
Toronto, ON M5A 1L6
(416) 861-9511
Categories:
Auto Repair,
Tires,
Smog Check Stations
Neighbourhood: Corktown
Cam is the BEST!
First of all, this place is pink. Wicked awesome.
Cam, "The Boss", runs a tight ship here. Their website says they work on up to 50 cars a day, and if you ever go in, you'll see it's true - it's usually hard to even find a spot in…More »
18. Pet Valu Discount Pet Foods
I'm working my way through all the businesses at this plaza!
This is a very small, very food-oriented Pet Valu.
There is basically NO clothing for sale, though the selection of treats and toys is A-OK.
They do stock our Malik's Wellness Super5 Mix for…More »
19. Coldwater Lanes & Laundromat
Coldwater, ON L0K 1E0
(705) 686-3321
Categories:
Dry Cleaning & Laundry,
Bowling,
Local Flavour
Straight up, this gets five stars JUST for the fact that someone had the stroke of genius to open a Bowl-o-mat... a Laundro-bowl... never mind.
SHEER BRILLIANCE!!!
Get your laundry going, GO BOWLING while you wait!!! Farewell to staring at the dryers,…More »
20. Down the Street Bar & Cafe
Stratford, ON N5A 3G8
(519) 273-5886
One of my favourite to go for drinks in Stratford! This is at the VERY top of my list, matched only by Foster's Inn (see separate review).
They have great staff who make FAB drinks, and the cozy atmosphere is lovely. It's a very loooooong place, very…More »
21. Embassy Hotel & Suites
This is where I stay when visiting friends or on business in Ottawa.
Interestingly enough, this is also the place out-of-town actors/creative teams stay when performing in a show at the NAC (National Arts Centre).
The suites are functional, somewhat…More »
22. Madelyn's Diner
OMG this is the stuff Sunday mornings of my childhood were made of! We would meet my Grandma & Grandpa after their church service for brunch.
The omelettes (served with home fries & toast) are the BEST! My Dad always loved the peameal bacon/eggs…More »
23. Mondello Ristorante
Re-visitation. Must use newly-developed pizza rating system!
Crust Texture: Cracker-thin crust that still manages to be chewy.
Crust Flavor: Salty and chewy-yummy. Great.
Sauce Flavor: Sweet and tangy and herbal - AUTHENTICO!
Sauce Amount: Perfection.…More »
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10/27/2009 First to Review
Fab!!! Who knew there was such authentic, succulent and tasty, upscale yet low-key Italian in… Read more »
24. Pet Valu Discount Pet Foods
This is now the place we buy our dog Malik's food most often, and it's mostly a matter of convenience. This place is on my way home from work.
They always have her brand in stock (Wellness Super 5 Mix for Small Breeds - Adult Health - …More »
25. The Old Prune
This may just be my favourite place to eat in Stratford. And Stratford has a LOT of great places to eat!
It's one of your small selection of upscale/gourmet/fine dining choices when you're there (the others being The Church Restaurant/The Belfry,…More »
26. The Paper Bag Princess
Toronto, ON M5R 1J9
(416) 925-2603
Categories:
Women's Clothing,
Used, Vintage & Consignment
Neighbourhood: The Annex
OK, so be frank, this is NOT your Kensington vintage. At ALL.
This is NOT your wicked sexy cool Value Village 60s brown paisley trenchcoat you found for $17 bucks last week... no wait this is not MY $17 perfect vintage paisley jacket. I mean, that…More »
27. Tangos Paw Palace
North York, ON M3K 1E7
(416) 638-6660
Category:
Pet Services
Neighbourhood: Downsview
The best groomer in Toronto I've found yet!
Let me first explain my unique furball.
She's a 5-pounder named Malik, as you already know if you read my reviews. ANYWAY she's a crazy mix of Chihuahua and Yorkshire Terrier. This means if we let it, her…More »
28. Whatta Pup!
THE MOST AMAZING DOG PERSON IN TORONTO!
Caryn is the most passionate dog lover and dog expert you will meet.
Her involvement in our dog's life began before we even adopted! She gave us advice and support through the adoption application process, was…More »
29. Bentley's Restaurant
I love Bentley's. Always have, always will.
I began my Bentley's dining career at the tender age of seven drinking Shiley Temples at the bar out of big, heavy glass steins. It was the BEST. I was a huge fan of their chicken fingers & fries... they…More »
30. Bread & Circus
Toronto, ON M5T
(416) 336-3399
Categories:
Nightlife,
Performing Arts
Neighbourhood: Kensington Market
I love this place because there's always a fresh new reason to go there!
They feature theatre, live music/concerts/CD releases, comedy, fundraisers & events, etc. It's available for anyone to book/rent.
Great things I've seen here:
1. Morris Panych's…More »
31. Coin Laundry
Just when I thought my love for this laundromat couldn't get any stronger...
We were there last weekend and D left his WALLET on top of one of the machines.
He did not realize this for the rest of the day and evening.
Then, late evening, there was an…More »
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9/19/2009 First to Review
OK, so I haven't been to a lot of laundromats. In fact, I've only stepped inside three. I've only… Read more »
32. Elizabeth Munro Design
Toronto, ON M5A 3C4
(416) 214-4760
This is the go-to place for fabulous floral arrangements.
The fifth star is missing because it's EXPENSIVE! But it's worth it, in this case!
She does the most gorgeous modern flower arrangements. You can get a regular bouquet for $30-40 but it's worth…More »
33. Kim's Nail Salon Bayview
Toronto, ON M4G 3B8
(416) 486-9518
Category:
Nail Salons
Neighbourhood: Mount Pleasant and Davisville
The girls here really know what they are doing - the manicures last longer than anywhere else too! Everyone is extremely sweet and nice, the prices are fantastic, and two people work on you at once if you're getting two services - that way you are…More »
34. King's BBQ Chicken Restaurant
First off, this is a four-star rating because the BBQ chicken gets seven stars and the rest of the food gets two.
Secondly, I have not tried the chicken. BUT I have made D and a variety of my friends try it three times now to be sure of the overall…More »
35. Posterity Graphics
Toronto, ON M4X 1P3
(416) 323-0196
Category:
Art Galleries
Neighbourhood: Cabbagetown
I discovered this place during the time when I was frequenting Jet Fuel, the wicked coffee place/espresso bar up the road on Parliament.
This is THE BEST PLACE in the city to get any framing work done. They are meticulous and helpful too! I have taken…More »
36. Regal Heights Bistro - CLOSED
Regal Heights Bistro is a favourite brunch spot for my SO and I - we can't stop going! They do a live jazz brunch every Sunday which is wonderful!
It is a small, delicious menu with lovely, simple but flavourful, upscale food (i.e. you will have to…More »
37. Risque Clothing
Toronto, ON M5S 1X5
(416) 960-3325
Category:
Women's Clothing
Neighbourhood: The Annex
I have found so many FAB things here.
This is one of my go-to places when looking for an affordable new party dress.
The sales staff aren't too agressive, they let you do your thing and browse, but they are just a holler away to find you another size…More »
38. Royal York Animal Hospital
Toronto, ON M8X 1Y6
(416) 231-9293
Categories:
Veterinarians,
Pet Boarding/Pet Sitting
Neighbourhood: Etobicoke
This is Malik's vet! They are simply fantastic here!
Also, there is a wonderful Tassimo-type espresso machine in the waiting area - a free treat for pet owners! The first time you can take one of their FABULOUS jumbo mugs home too!
PLUS the vets and…More »
39. Sak's Fine Foods
They have everything, and they are open 24 hours a day. COME ON! Awesome! I have lived in areas WITHOUT a nearby 24-hour store, and it SUCKS. And Sak's is like the Deluxe Edition of all-night neighbourhood corner stores.
It has always been the same…More »
40. Silverthorn Walk-in Clinic
This place gets a 4-star rating from me because of the SPEED! I was in and out (even though upon arriving there were 3 people ahead of me) in under 30 minutes!
I saw Dr. C. H. Li and he was totally efficient, professional, knowledgeable, friendly and…More »
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Recently updated lists from Rosie S.
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Business Lunches (9)Places I have gone for business meetings and food at the same time. Some more successful than others. |
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Stratford, Ontario (6)Ahhhh... where to go in Ro's hometown? Check this list! |
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East York, ON
Yelping SinceJune 2009
Things I Lovecandy, sushi, board games, glitter, fireworks, Martha Stewart, getting dressed up, Montreal-style bagels, crosswords, David Suzuki, Venice Italy, vodka, Spice Girls, poker, popsicles, e. e. cummings, theatre
Find Me InFabulous shoes, avoiding walking.
My HometownStratford, ON
My Blog Or Website When I'm Not Yelping...I generally manage a company called "Theatre 20"...
Why You Should Read My ReviewsMy wit is astounding.
My Second Favourite Website The Last Great Book I ReadStephen Sondheim's Finishing The Hat
My First ConcertBackstreet Boys
My Favourite MovieEternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind
My Last Meal On EarthMontreal bagel with fresh cream cheese
Don't Tell Anyone Else But...I kind of hate babies.
Most Recent DiscoveryBananagrams
Current CrushDonniedont, Nico from SYTYCDC & Brad Pitt