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Places I frequent in the Downtown Core during the work week.

 1. Prairie Girl Bakery

18 King St E
Toronto, ON M5H 1A1
(416) 504-2253

Categories: Bakeries, Desserts

Neighbourhoods: St. Lawrence, Downtown Core

4.0 star rating
  9/27/2011

Went in this afternoon during my lunch break, after hearing much hype from coworkers.

I was impressed by the shop - the decor is clean and simple, and the cupcake display and storage is well-designed.  The staff were very friendly, and very efficient…More »

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 2. Starbucks

81 Front St E
Toronto, ON M5E 1B8
(416) 955-9956

Category: Coffee & Tea

Neighbourhoods: St. Lawrence, Downtown Core

5.0 star rating
  9/27/2011 First to Review

The only reason I am adding a Starbucks to Yelp, is because I feel this particular location does an exceptional job making my Tall, Nonfat Lattes, and I want to give them credit for it!

They seem to put a little bit of love into it when they create…More »

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 3. Obikà Mozzarella Bar

181 Bay Street
Toronto, ON M5J 2T3
(416) 546-1062

Category: Italian

Neighbourhood: Downtown Core

3.0 star rating
  9/12/2011

I've bought lunch here twice now - both time taking it away rather than eating there.  

It isn't immediately obvious from looking at the place that they do have take-away sandwiches, but after we asked a few questions, we were led in that direction.

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 4. Amaya Express

220 Yonge St
Toronto, ON M5B 2L7
(416) 322-3270

Categories: Indian, Fast Food

Neighbourhood: Downtown Core

2.0 star rating
  9/12/2011 First to Review

Just had a less than spectacular lunch at Amaya Express at the Eaton Centre's new food court ("Urban Eatery").

My husband ordered the lamb roti, only to be told they don't have that available. So he said he'd take the Chicken Tikka Roti instead....…More »

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 5. Soup Nutsy

222 Bay St
Toronto, ON M5K 1K7
(416) 304-1383

Category: Soup

Neighbourhoods: Financial District, Downtown Core

5.0 star rating
  9/7/2011

Definitely one of my favourite options for lunch in the PATH. Great value. For less than $8 you can get a thick, filling soup, along with a choice of 2 sides (bread, fruit or veggies).

My favourites are the Butternut Squash with Roasted red apples,…More »

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 6. Sandwich Box

67 Richmond St W
Toronto, ON M5H 1Z5
(416) 913-4444

Category: Sandwiches

Neighbourhoods: Financial District, Downtown Core

3.0 star rating
  9/7/2011

Ate here for the first time last week.  I have been eating at Fast Fresh Foods for years, so was already familiar with the concept - fresh sandwiches and/or salads made to order, and quite like the options for fresh, healthy lunches.

I opted for a…More »

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 7. Flight Centre

199 Bay Street
Toronto, ON M5L 1L5
(866) 569-9645

Category: Travel Services

Neighbourhoods: Financial District, Downtown Core

1.0 star rating
  9/7/2011 First to Review

I went in to this Flight Centre location 2 weeks ago to request travel info, flight prices and other information for an upcoming trip.  We hoped to take the trip by the end of this month, so time was of the essence.

The agent we met with, Racquel, was…More »

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 8. iQ Food Co.

TD Centre - 100 Wellington St W
Toronto, ON M5K 1B1
(647) 352-7792

Categories: Breakfast & Brunch, Soup, Vegetarian

Neighbourhoods: Financial District, Downtown Core

4.0 star rating
  8/10/2011

I've been quite a few times now, always sticking to one of two wrap options: Beet & Goat cheese (with avocado, almonds, apples, spring mix, and balsamic vinegarette), or Sweet Potato & Lentil (with spinach, broccoli, cucumber and a lemon yogurt…More »

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 9. Piazza Manna

161 Bay St
Toronto, ON M5J 2S4
(416) 862-9000

Category: Italian

Neighbourhood: Downtown Core

5.0 star rating
  9/28/2011 First to Review

One of my favourite options for fast lunch downtown!  

Their lasagna is delicious and a huge portion.  The chicken parmigiana sandwich is also huge and tasty, and while I've never tried the veal, I can tell from watching others order that it's a huge…More »

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 10. Umi Sushi Express

79 Wellington St W
Toronto, ON M5J 2Z9

Category: Sushi Bars

Neighbourhoods: Financial District, Downtown Core

4.0 star rating
  10/15/2011

Tried Umi Sushi Express this week for lunch.  I had the Beef Teryaki Bento box with white rice, salad, 4 rolls, and the yam fries.

The yam fries and chili mayo dip were delicious.  Lightly battered and just the right texture.  The rolls were also very…More »

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 11. Sushi Q

199 Bay St
Toronto, ON M5L 1E2
(416) 703-6636

Category: Sushi Bars

Neighbourhoods: Financial District, Downtown Core

4.0 star rating
  2/11/2012

Decent sushi.  I'm not the most adventurous - I always stick to regular California rolls.  But they are fresh, and the place seems clean and orderly.  

My husband usually gets a variety of different things and is always content too.

They often throw in…More »

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 12. Brick Street Bakery

100 King St W
Toronto, ON M5X 1A9
(647) 288-8080

Category: Bakeries

Neighbourhoods: Financial District, Downtown Core

5.0 star rating
  2/15/2012

I have enjoyed a few Brick Street Bakery sandwiches at the Distillery and Queen East locations.

So I was thrilled this week to discover a location in the PATH!  

I went today and picked up my favourite - the Coronation Chicken sandwich, and it was just…More »

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February 2011

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