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1. Fabarnak Restaurant and Catering
Toronto, ON M4Y 2C9
(416) 355-6781
Categories:
Canadian (New),
Soup,
Sandwiches
Neighbourhoods: Church-Wellesley Village, Downtown Core
Seriously, Seriously (!!) Lunch date this afternoon with Lauren M - the two of us decide to head just down Church street to Fabarnak. We are seated and begin to discuss 5 star reviews, what is good, and how sparingly we give 5-stars-now-a-days.…More »
2. Camros Organic Eatery
Toronto, ON M4Y 2P2
(416) 960-0723
Categories:
Gluten-Free,
Vegetarian,
Persian/Iranian
Neighbourhoods: Church-Wellesley Village, Downtown Core
Oh the lunch habits of office workers. I try to bring my lunch every day, but considering I have an entire list of (mostly) lunch options within 5 min of my office (see http://www.yelp.ca/lis...) I guess its fair to say that on a fairly regular…More »
3. Zaza Espresso Bar
sunshine, espresso, grage doors open to Yorkville. Filled with genuine Italians sitting, standing, chatting in European Languages, sipping espresso and donned in expensive tinted eyewear and cashmere sweaters.
The super friendly owner (From Napoli)…More »
4. Hair Sculpture and Spa
Toronto, ON M4W 2H2
(416) 960-8686
I have two co-workers that have perfect eyebrows. Enviable eyebrows really. Finally I demanded their secret, and not surprisingly they had the same answer. They both visit this unassuming small salon on Yonge for threading. (It is close to the…More »
5. B & N Beauty Nail
Toronto, ON M4Y 2G3
(647) 435-4176
Category:
Beauty and Spas
Neighbourhoods: Church-Wellesley Village, Downtown Core
Favorite Salon!
They speak English, Mandarin and Vietnamese (Says my Taiwanese girlfriend I brought along last time). But unlike Elaine (*Seinfeld joke*), I got no real goodies from the trip - other than a great mani and pedi.
Its cheap, really cheap.…More »
6. Lola's Kitchen
Toronto, ON M4Y 2G3
(416) 966-3991
Category:
Breakfast & Brunch
Neighbourhoods: Church-Wellesley Village, Downtown Core
This is really the nicest spot for lunch in the Y&B area. a Lunch wrap with side of potatoes, fries, or salad runs for $14 with tax and tip. A wrap doesn't sound substantial but I have never finished my entire meal. Best offerings are the crispy…More »
7. Crema Coffee Co.
Toronto, ON M4W 1A9
Category:
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhoods: Church-Wellesley Village, Downtown Core
Expensive, Yes, but delicious. It is a nice change from Starbucks.
the coffee here actually has some depth, and each blend tastes somewhat like the descriptions posted on the chalkboard. (which are very eloquent btw)
For drip coffee (made to order)…More »
8. Oja Noodles House
Toronto, ON M4Y 2B2
(416) 944-8371
Categories:
Ethnic Food,
Korean,
Japanese
Neighbourhood: Downtown Core
This is a favorite in our office. It claims to be Korean/Japanese but I personally don't really like their sushi. The Korean Food is really what shines here.
My one coworker loves the Hawaii Roll (Dragon with Spicy Tuna) and the Kimchi Chigae. He goes…More »
9. Eat A Pita
What more can you say. $4.50 lunch special in the Y&B neighborhood, made fresh to order with a pop? I get the falafel everytime. It is delicious. They are a little slow, but they make the falafel balls as you order, so its worth it. Always packed…More »
10. Ethiopian House Restaurant
I love Ethiopian food, and have sampled Ethiopian restaurants all over the city. Whereas, I still think that *perhaps* Lalibela (West) is the best - Ethiopian House comes in close second. It is not as cheap as Nazarath, or as authentic as Dukem,…More »
11. Big Smoke Burger
Craft Burger isn't bad. I'm not the hugest burger person as I only get Veggie - but on the rare occasion that I feel like one, I go here.
Its kinda pricey for a veggie with fries and pop coming in at about $13 but I rather pay $13 than $10 for some…More »
12. Ginger
In university, I used to eat at the Ginger south of here, honestly like 4 times a week. Meal and pop was under $5. That one doesn't exist anymore, but its older grungier brother does, and it is steps from my office.
Ginger isn't epic, by any means,…More »
13. Hue's Kitchen
Hue's is like the newer, slightly prettier sister of Ginger, although just not as good.
Hue's is basically across the road from Ginger on Yonge and shares a very similar menu. (Same owners). The food is decent, and reasonably priced. I have eaten…More »
14. The Market by Longo's
Longo's really bothers me.
I saw "Mrs.Longo" on Breakfast Television one morning talking about how socially responsible the company is, their commitment to the environment by recycling plastic bags etc etc etc. The same day I go to pick up something…More »
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8/26/2010
Longos opened up DIRECTLY across from my office, and right in the middle of my office/gym route. It… Read more »
15. The Indian Hut
Toronto, ON M4Y 2G3
(416) 934-0235
This place is right by work, and being buffet style you can get in, well fed, and back to work in 45 min. They are very nice and regularity accommodate our 10am phone calls for lunchtime reservations of parties of 8 etc.
This really is not the best…More »
16. GoodLife Fitness Club
Toronto, ON M4W 3S5
(416) 922-1262
Category:
Gyms
Neighbourhoods: Church-Wellesley Village, Downtown Core
Thankfully (!!) Someone has stepped in and made big improvements to this club. The entire club has been painted, and the change room leaks are now fixed. They have not replaced the carpet which is a little gross but otherwise, thankful.
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12/1/2010
While the teachers here are still fantastic, and the location is great for me.. unfortunately, there… Read more »
17. The Bagel Stop
Toronto, ON M4W 3G7
(416) 413-0888
Category:
Bagels
Neighbourhoods: Church-Wellesley Village, Downtown Core
Well, I just finished a "Veggie" Bagel with light garden vegetable cream cheese from Bagel Stop, and as the tomato-alfalfa sprout-cucumber clump affixed itself to cream cheese glob and slid off of the lettuce onto the desk in front of me, I…More »
18. Biryani House
Toronto, ON M4Y 2P2
(416) 515-1957
Note that there are two businesses named Biryani House, this is the hole-in-the-wall no frills thali place on Hayden St, the other is a more lavish institution near Wellesley. This review pertains to the former.
Biryani House is not bad. Its not…More »
19. Sushi Inn
Toronto, ON M5R 1A6
(416) 923-9992
Categories:
Sushi Bars,
Japanese
Neighbourhood: Yorkville
Sushi Inn is definitely not fancy, nor does it fit in with the swanky digs of the high end shoppes on either side. It is always busy, has affordable lunch specials and they will do separate bills. Therefore it is always full of shoppers and office…More »
20. French Connection Canada
Toronto, ON M4W 1A3
(416) 925-9020
Categories:
Accessories,
Women's Clothing,
Men's Clothing
Neighbourhoods: Yorkville, Downtown Core
I LOVE FCUK. It is my favorite place to buy dresses. This location however is horrible.
The salespeople here are ridiculously snobbish, and holier-than-thou. I generally say hello when I enter a store. On my last visit, the girl didn't even look at…More »
21. Asahi Sushi
Toronto, ON M4Y 2G3
(416) 934-9990
Category:
Sushi Bars
Neighbourhoods: Church-Wellesley Village, Downtown Core
I am becoming disappointed in Asahi. The last few times have been, not the greatest experience. As i mentioned in my earlier review, this is the go-to sushi place for me and my co-workers, as it is seconds from the office. Really though, the service…More »
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7/30/2010
Not the best sushi in the world, but it's not bad for lunch with co-workers. The staff is friendly… Read more »
22. Cumberland Terrace
Toronto, ON M4W 1A7
(416) 964-1212
Category:
Department Stores
Neighbourhoods: Yorkville, Downtown Core
Ah Cumberland Terrace. My coworkers and I lovingly refer to you as dirt mall.
Cumberland Terrace looks exactly like the (already at that point) run-down-outdated mall that my mom used to take us to get groceries at in the mid 80s. Exactly. So it…More »
23. The Spotted Dick
Toronto, ON M4W 1A9
(416) 929-3425
Category:
Pubs
Neighbourhoods: Church-Wellesley Village, Downtown Core
I wouldn't eat lunch here if it was free. Last time it was, as it was a work-thing and paid for, but this is by far the worst place I can recall eating at in a very long time. Its right next to my office, so people suggest it from time to time. From…More »
24. House of Lords Hair Design
Toronto, ON M4Y 1Z9
(416) 962-1111
Category:
Hair Salons
Neighbourhoods: Church-Wellesley Village, Downtown Core
I am almost ashamed to admit that I have come here. Lets be clear, this is a 5 min walk from my office and I come to get my BANGS TRIMMED. Its only five bucks and *hopefully* done better than I can do on my own using my office scissors.
*Hopefully.* I…More »
25. Spirits Bar & Grill
Toronto, ON M4W 1A7
(416) 967-0001
Categories:
Pubs,
Canadian (Traditional)
Neighbourhoods: Church-Wellesley Village, Downtown Core
Spirits is a friendly pub just south of Bloor on church street, which is regularly frequented by the office-workers crowd. People from our office in particular visit often, because of the proximity to our building.
I am not a fan of pubs, by any…More »
26. Aji Sai Japanese Restaurant
Monday afternoon, co workers and I amble to Sushi Inn http://www.yelp.ca/biz... to get some lunch. It is full, and the downstairs is mysteriously closed. Not wanting to wait 30 min for a table, we head to Aji Sai.
I don't love AYCE. Its usually…More »
27. The Pilot Tavern
The Pilot has been the location for many an after-works drinks fest for our office over the years, as it is close-by, and can accommodate large groups. The rooftop patio is really the only good spot, and as everyone else is also privy to this, it…More »
28. La Prep
This la prep was a le gourmand for as long as I can remember. I was not the hugest fan of le gourmand, but the cookies and pastries were really good. La Prep picks up where le gourmand left off, without the lovely made-in-house pastries.
Still far…More »
29. Taqueria Burrito Bar
North York, ON M4Y 2B5
(416) 590-0195
Category:
Mexican
Neighbourhood: Hogg's Hollow
Decent enough take out Burritos in Cumberland Terrace. On the route along the subterranean path from Starbucks and the cheap Shoe Store to Holt Refrew. Once you have to make the turn left toward American Apparel, there it is across from the toy and…More »
30. Hero Certified Burger
Not bad! I had the veggie (Sol patty) burger, on a whole what flatbread with a really tasty Chipotle sauce and assorted toppings. Combo with fries was about $10. Personally, beef is not my thing, but hero claims all of the good stuff with full…More »
31. The Bay
Toronto, ON M4W 3H7
(416) 972-3333
Category:
Department Stores
Neighbourhoods: Church-Wellesley Village, Downtown Core
My office is **just** across the road from this Bay, so I have visited dozens of times. Even with all of the trips I cannot EVER manage to NOT get lost. EVER. This Bay is poorly designed, short staffed (or at least you cant not find anyone when you…More »
32. Freshii
Toronto, ON M4W
(416) 925-5617
Categories:
Soup,
Sandwiches
Neighbourhoods: Church-Wellesley Village, Downtown Core
I am SO TORN
I actually like Freshii. I like the Salad's, I like the fact that the Chicken is raised without anti-biotics and such (I contacted head office and asked) and I like their burritos when I am cheating with wheat. I also like the…More »
33. Iam Yoga
Toronto, ON M4Y 1Z9
(416) 920-9642
Category:
Yoga
Neighbourhoods: Church-Wellesley Village, Downtown Core
4.5 Stars
Close to my office, and offering lunch time hot yoga, I was interested in giving Iam a try. Me, along with a couple of co-workers, bought a recent deal and were eager to try the studio out. I have now visited once a week for about a month…More »
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Yelping SinceJuly 2010
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