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    Bonjour Brioche

    3.5 (328 reviews)
    Closed • 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    latte in a bowl

    Solid and affordable brunch spot! The service was good and the food was as well. I love the charm of the place

    Daisy W.

    Situated on Queen St. East, it gets quite busy over the weekend. I like how they have a to-go window for those who only want to pick up a pastry and coffee and another line along the side street for dine in. I went a couple of times on a weekend morning, I was able to secure a table within 15 minutes for 2. I like how my quiche is served with a side salad and bread with butter. I especially like their latte that's served in a bowl. Their food is great, coffee is good. Indoor dining can get a little stuffy as they only have a few fans going, but outdoor seating is pretty comfortable.

    Smoked salmon Benedict.
    Helen T.

    This Leslieville/ riverside bakery also offer brunch service during the weekend. When weather permit they have a few tables to the right of the establishment for dine in. The ingredients are super fresh, especially the breads!! Highly recommend this place for a casual weekend brunch! Pro: They accept credit card!

    Croque madame
    Clara C.

    Came here on Sunday morning around 1045am and we were able to get a table for 4 right away. It's a cute corner restaurant with both indoor and outdoor dining areas. I got the croque madame and a cortado; both items which I thoroughly enjoyed. I also got a pastry to go since they are known for their pastries - delicious as well. They also have a window where you can order to go items, when we went there was a lineup for that. During lunch time it can get busy and we saw a lineup for the dining room when we left. Would definitely come back for their pastries again!

    Jonathan S.

    Space for a group of eight at 11:30 on a Saturday? You betcha! We were surprised and elated to get a table within ten minutes of arriving, and boy did we ever luck out! The outdoor patio is perfect, even on a winter's cold morning. The plants, French ambiance, and large space with plenty of light is lovely. The menu was perfect for me, and even for everyone else in the group who had many more dietary restrictions than I. Our server, Nathan, was an absolute ICON. We are all outgoing and tend to be loud and sassy, and he matched us so well. Thanks, Nathan, for a truly wonderful few hours with you. The food came out quickly, and there was a lot of space on the small tables to eat - which was a nice surprise. For newbies, the entry to the "dine-in" side can be confusing to find, but other guests and signs are there to help. Head over to the side entrance and wait for a server to greet you. We were slightly bummed that the liquor license still has not arrived, but we still had a fantastic time. À bientôt !

    Hot apple cider
    David Y.

    Maybe I should have read the reviews beforehand so I could've calibrated my expectations better. All I saw were the long lines on multiple weekend mornings my wife and I would pass by this place, so always wanted to try it. We were walking along Queen one early Saturday afternoon and saw there was only a 2 person lineup to dine in and got excited - this was finally our chance to try this popular place! And... I don't get it. We got the brekkie (really bland for something that sounded so good), French onion soup (broth was ok, though there wasn't enough cheese and onions to my liking), chocolate croissant (hardly any chocolate), and all of them were disappointing. The only standouts were the hot apple cider (really good, with the natural apple taste coming strongly through) and service (unfortunately didn't get the name of our server, who was friendly and just had a very light and pleasant way about him). Maybe they had an off day or i just have different tastes, but I won't be saying bonjour to this place anytime soon.

    Rare roast beef
    Allison T.

    This is one of the staple brunch spots in the area, and we stopped by for a quick brunch. They often run out of signature items and get full pretty quickly, so we recommend coming a bit earlier. Outdoor seating was seat yourself and indoor seating had a wait. We opted to sit outside as it wasn't too cold with the heaters. As for food, we ordered: 1. Baked French Toast This was very similar to a traditional style French toast, however we found the "toast" more like a banana bread texture and thickness. Paired with this dish was the usual - fruits, syrup, cream. It was a pretty filling dish and we wished there was more fruit. 2. Smoked Salmon with Scrambled Eggs Exactly as described, this dish was paired with shredded potato roti and a baguette. We found the smoked salmon portion a bit small as it was only 1 piece rolled up. As for the rest the roti was crispy and the eggs were what you'd expect. 3. Rare Roast Beef This sandwich was the best item we ordered. Sliced into 2 pieces, it had Brie and a garlic aioli. We enjoyed this combo, and how the baguette wasn't hard. This little brunch spot is a cute place to catch up and grab a quick bite. We found the food mediocre but would return again due to conveniency. @alot.eats

    two plates of food and a glass of orange juice
    Marie N.

    I wish I lived closer to Leslieville's Bonjour Brioche because this is one place I could easily visit every weekend without losing interest. On second thought, maybe it's better for my waistline. Transport yourself to an authentic French bakery and cafe, complete with the scent of buttery croissants when you walk in the door. It's the type of smell you want to bottle up. Delight in daily soups, quiche du jour, and a variety of sandwiches on freshly-baked bread. Don't forget to purchase some delicious baked goods to enjoy a la maison. The pain au chocolat, muffins and croissants are all exquisite. As with most brunch spots in This city, Bonjour Brioche doesn't accept reservations, so it's best to arrive early to avoid long lines! You'll thank me later.

    Angela Y.

    Sunday's are for brunch! Bonjour brioche ended up on my list (don't ask how) and they didn't have a 1-2 hr wait like the other places we wanted to try so it was a no brainer Firstly the service; this one lady literally looked angry the entire time, she looked like she was gunna kill everyone for eating there lol. And was also very curt and not personable, which didn't really add to the Sunday Funday vibe (maybe she was hungover) Food wise, we had: Smoked salmon eggs benedict: I really enjoyed this; I thought the croissant was fluffy and flakey salmon was good sized and the egg was runny with just the right amount of hollandaise sauce Croque madam: I think the bread was too thick and dense to be layered together like that, there was also a thin layer of cheese between the bread which you couldn't really taste, the ham slices were also paper thin. I didn't like this one even though I've enjoyed them in the past Fig tart: it had fig, caramelized onion and blue cheese, and it was delicious! The blue cheese wasn't over powering and the pastry part was warm and flakey! I would definitely come back for just this for takeout, but it could do without the rest of the bread and salad tbh. On every plate they also had salad and buttered toast, which would make the meals very carb heavy. We didn't touch any of the additional breads which was a bit wasteful. The pricing was actually very fair, it was about $10-$13 for each dish, even with their "new price increase" posted on their wall. Overall I'd come back if I was in the area and stop by for some of their French pastries and tartes

    Eggs Benny and French toast
    Mel C.

    Came for a brunch with my BFF. It was recommended by our adult children and it was just ok in truth. Staff lovely. Very small place and extremely busy. Typical yuppie place. We had the eggs Benny and the French toast. Both just ok. Not enough salad or bread with the EB. The French toast was 4 quarters of a slice of brioche. Very tiny serving. For the price it should be more. Especially if they want repeat customers.

    Ellie H.

    Second time visit with poached eggs on croissant. Croissant is better on its own without heated though, too many toppings takes away the simple buttery flavor. Still love the service and vibe.

    Chai latte bowl
    Tina N.

    Lovely little spot for brunch! I'm a savory breakfast kind of gal so this place definitely hit the mark for me. It's clear that lots of people love this place, there was a line at both the takeout counter and dine-in! I was seated pretty quickly since I was a party of one. My server took my order not long after! I got a chai latte bowl and the quiche du jour (Lorraine) which came with a side salad and some baguette with butter. Food came to me in no time and it looked so good, tasted even better! The quiche was so fluffy and had all the right flavours. My latte was made perfectly. Definitely recommend this spot and will be visiting again soon!

    Love the cream sauce and caviar! Smoked salmon rosti and scrambled eggs with baguette. $13.50
    Mishelle Y.

    I agree with what others say about this place. My food was just mediocre. I was still hungry after and I have a small appetite at 100lb weight class. It felt very European portion sizing. My butter was not warm or melted and came with an untoasted baguette that was not the softest. However felt very euro tasting. I got a the salmon rosti scrambled eggs. Tasty but did dip everything in ketchup. I would say the price could be cheaper for its portion sizing. I wouldn't recommend making a journey out here but guess wouldn't mind coming back

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    It's been one of my reliable breakfast places for years! The food is consistently great! Their baked French Toast is my favourite!

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    brioche french toast was a 10/10. I think about it a lot. I literally needed to go back ASAP

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    New owners, same great food and staff. We finally sat inside after years of always dining outside. Keep it coming !

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    Lucie - La Noisette

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    4.5(28 reviews)
    2.8 km•Bay Street Corridor, Downtown Core

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    Came here because we heard the chef was leaving. A little sad that we discovered this so late…read more Chef Arnaud came out right at the beginning to greet us which was nice. However, I was a little disappointed that this was the only time we got to see him as we couldn't interact with him regarding some of his dishes. Decor is nice, dark and upscale. Standouts included: Le Homard - Nova Scotia Lobster, Coffee Papagayo, Plantain, Sweet-Pepper: Excellent dish that chef has won an award for. Fantastic flavours top to bottom. I think having caviar at the top would have made it even better though. Le Pithivier - Beef Wellington "À la Française", Foie Gras, Spinach, Mushrooms, Beef Jus : I added this for $80 and it was delightful. As an add on i I suggest sharing this as it is substantial. However the taste is excellent. Foie gras instead of pate is a very nice touch. Le Campignon consists of a Mueller (finely chopped mushroom mixture) was also excellent.

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    Frenchy Bar Et Brasserie - Steak frites

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    4.1(19 reviews)
    3.4 km•Financial District, Downtown Core, Bay Street Corridor

    I stopped by Frenchy for lunch with some coworkers on a weekday afternoon and had a really pleasant…read moreexperience. The restaurant is located right in the lobby of the Hilton Hotel in the Financial District, which also made it wheelchair accessable. It wasn't very busy when we arrived, so we were seated right away. The restaurant has a modern French atmosphere with comfy seating, and our server was extremely accommodating, attentive, and friendly. We opted for the lunch prix fixe menu, which offers any two courses for $35. Since we couldn't decide between an appetizer or dessert to go with our main, we were able to add the third course for just $10 more. I started with the mushroom soup, which was super delicious and gluten-free. For my main, I ordered the crispy salmon, which I found to be just okay. The salmon had a bit of a fishy smell when it arrived at the table, which was slightly off-putting, and it was also a tiny bit dry. That said, the dish was otherwise good. For dessert, I had the chocolate mousse, which wasn't overly rich and was a nice way to finish the meal.

    The hubby and I decided to wander over for a slow lunch one Sunday afternoon…read more It was surprisingly nice for a restaurant in the middle of the hotel lobby. They actually have a good selection of champagnes, and our server was knowledgeable. We had a lovely salad, and tried their two tartare options. I can't say that the either of the tatare were good - the quality was ok I suppose, but a lot of people working in kitchens seem to have forgotten what a tartar should taste or feel like.... The frites were fine, and the server surprised us with a welcome to Toronto dessert (we had just moved back). Overall, I would come back for a bottle of champagne and try different items from their menu.

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    LIBRARY BAR - Close, But No Cigar

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    4.2(168 reviews)
    3.2 km•Financial District, Bay Street Corridor, Downtown Core
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    Totally enjoyed our visit to the Library Bar inside the Fairmont Royal York…read more cocktails dessert atmosphere fun

    For a very, very long time, I'd been reading about how Library Bar is one of the best cocktail bars…read morein the city. So it goes without saying that my expectations were extremely high for the place. We arrived just before our reservation time and were quickly shown to a comfy table near the entrance. It was a good spot for taking in the admittedly impressive ambiance. Obviously we both had to order the Birdbath Martini ("Quill Gin, House Vermouth Blend, House Orange Bitters, Lemon Oil, Olives and Pickled Onions"). And yeah, it's incredible. The tableside preparation was certainly an impressive sight, and the taste of the drink was superb. Definitely one of the best martinis in the city. For my main, I went with the Bay Street ("shaved prime rib, tobacco onion, horseradish aioli, grilled baguette, frites") and after an unusually long wait, the plate arrived to the table. I can't say I was super impressed. The meat is tender and flavorful, yes, but the bread is so plentiful and so crusty that it pretty much negated the sandwich's positive attributes. I ultimately wound up leaving most of the bread and eating the scant prime rib. The fries were quite tasty, at least. Far more problematic was the service. Our waiter was absent for much of our meal. Our water glasses were empty for most of our time in the restaurant, and he never showed up to ask us if we wanted another drink, which we certainly did. We each probably would've ordered a couple more cocktails had the guy not vanished. So yeah, the martini was indeed excellent. Everything else? Not so much.

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    Piccolo Caffe E Vino - Frittata

    Piccolo Caffe E Vino

    4.3(19 reviews)
    3.8 km•Entertainment District, Downtown Core, Waterfront Communities-The Island
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    I think this is a great French thought that I thought of a price for the city. It is near some…read moregreat locations in the King St., West area especially if you need somewhere to go after a Barrys Bootcamp workout I found the dishes to raise my prices around $15 to 20. Sometimes you just wanna go to a spot that has drinks, what's the different coffee options, and food, without being overly pretentious and fancy. this is your spot. It is located in a basement that is well decorated with a bar. Would recommend to anyone in the area when the other places are pricy or feel too overpriced for your post gym or hangover weekend friend group

    Went here for dinner on a Saturday night / great location and cute spot! I love the branding and…read morethe inside + feels very trendy. This is a wine bar - the house lager was bad (maybe my own bad decision) and the red I got was fine ... nothing to write home about. However place fell apart with the food - the shrimp came with 5 medium sized shrimp with the tails, legs and shells on and were under seasoned. The artichokes were mediocre (loved the sauce they came with). Worst of all was the "Ontario peaches" with the burrata were totally canned peaches - could've even been dole brand! This place has amazing potential with the location and vibe - but the food just was not it. Small portions and the price didn't match what was served. The service was friendly but nothing too crazy. Go here for the drinks, but maybe not for the dinner!

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    Canoe - Petite four

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    4.1(804 reviews)
    3.2 km•Financial District, Bay Street Corridor, Downtown Core
    •$$$$

    Enjoyed a evening with Canoe and lets just say it was a truly an absolute fabulous fine dining…read moreexperience. Its located on the 54th floor of the TD tower so you are complimented with the best views of Toronto's Harbour front. We ordered from their dinner menu: 1) Poached scallops Topped toasted yeast, ramp, samphire, hazelnut 2) Brown butter chicken Comes with sweet corn, chanterelles, crispy thigh, thyme 3) Olive oil poached trout courgette, scallop, tomato, basil, summer squash My favourite was the poached trout. It was ultra-tender, flaky, paired with its unbelievable sauce made up of squash, tomato and basil. The poached scallops also deserves a shoutout and must order as well. Amazing service with the waitress taking care of us so well, filling up water before it was requested , great explanations of their dishes etc. Overall, had an amazing time at Canoe. It's the place to go for celebrations and milestones and serves amazing dishes with local products.

    Beautiful location on 54th floor with beautiful view and high quality fine dining food where many…read morepeople celebrate special occasions. 4.5 stars Food: 4.5 Service: 4.5 Atmosphere: 5 Cost to worth it rating: 4 (fine dining with large portions for $US 100-150/pp including drinks) Opentableable: yes Return worthiness: yes HIghlights: - Poached scallops were divine: melt in your mouth. Delectable sauce with hazelnuts was a fun combo. And saw pink scallops for the first time and learned they are female. 5 stars - Burrata and ramp pesto: sounds standard and the hunk of burrata was nice and crunchy bread as well, but the pesto was truly exceptional. 4.75 stars - Steak: beautiful plating with so much going on. Decent portions with 2 chunks of steak plus a unique sweetbread tongue shredded meat cube . 4.5 stars - Chicken: large long pieces of juicy chicken in a jus. 4.25 stars - Scallop en croute: different than I imagined with the pastry outside of the shell, but delicious. Light sauce to go with it. 3.75 stars - Pea and asparagus salad: refreshing and liked the bits of ricotta hidden inside. 3.5 stars - Lamb saddle: husband enjoyed the hockey puck protein and said it was nice and not gamey. 3.5 stars - Cocktails and wine: nice selection - Views: exceptionally breathtaking with the large windows and view of the tower, building, and lake. - Service: lovely. Started off a bit formal for my taste but the waiter warmed up and the supporting staff was delightful. Midlights - Didn't have drink ready at opening that was on the menu which was odd--you'd think they would have everything prepared especially cause the cocktail area looked open prior to the dining room - Tuna: was seared and fine. Quality ingredient, but not as special as other dishes. 3 stars Lowlights - Tasting menu looked amaze and I wanted to try them all but we had a time limit needing to get to a show and my friends don't eat as much as I do;-)

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    Canoe - Crispy oyster with truffles custard and duck prosciutto. Sea lettuce grissini with foie gras and pancetta

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    Richmond Station - Winter Pavlova

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    4.4(997 reviews)
    2.8 km•Bay Street Corridor, Downtown Core
    •$$$

    This was easily one of the best meals I had in Toronto. We made a reservation about a week in…read moreadvance and the staff was very accommodating. They pride in using fresh and local ingredients served creatively, and always with new ideas and dishes with the tasting menu changing constantly to match what's in season. Some of the dishes really emphasized the freshness and the quality of the ingredients, showcased in our starting dish of asparagus, egg confit, cure pork and leeks. The salt was minimal, and it tasted so clean, fresh, and well put together. Paneer with makhni was also included playing heavily on the delicious Indian flavors that were so full of umami taste, I could not believe this dish did not have meat. The chicken was one of my favorites with a smoked butter sauce. I could not believe white meat could be this tender and moist and absorb flavor so well. The fish was also great, as was the dessert, a rhubarb tiramisu to give a tangy contrast to the mascarpone cream. This was tasting menu #248, and the menu will change about every 2 weeks it seems like, which is amazing. Finally, I loved that explicitly state that tips are not accepted despite the amazing service and elevated food. I definitely would want to come back again, knowing there's a lot more creative ideas to try in different dishes while having a very solid cooking foundation.

    This was hands down the best meal I had in Toronto! Service was great and the ambiance was nice and…read morecozy. I had a solo meal and asked the waitress for help and I loved how helpful she was. Richmond Station is well liked because of their hospitality, tip included structure, and fresh ingredients. I opted for the beef tartare as my app and the station burger. These were both amazing! The beef tartare came with a little bit of shaved veggies and a side of russet potatoes. The station burger was the best burger of my life. I had originally wanted to order the duck, but knew at my first bite exactly why Richmond Station is so popular. The burger came medium rare and was pasture raised beef with aged cheddar and chutney. The fries were a tiny bit burnt but still good, and the aioli it came with was great. Yum! Loved my meal here and would definitely come back for the tasting menu next time!

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    Don Alfonso 1890 - Hazelnut dessert

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    4.1(91 reviews)
    3.2 km•Harbourfront, Waterfront Communities-The Island
    •$$$$

    The room is very pretty, circular, with lots of comfy chairs and tables all along the windows. We…read moresat at the bar, which still had an amazing view. The bartender was very friendly. The food was excellent. Stone tuna tartare was decision, served in a crispy little cup. The cannelloni was delicious, smothered in sauce and not too heavy. We also tried the signature bison, a take on a Wellington, so flavorful and yummy. If you are in Toronto and want a special experience, this is the place.

    Dining at Don Alfonso 1890 was easily one of my favorite dining experiences in Toronto. Located on…read morethe 38th floor of the Westin Harbour Castle, the restaurant has floor-to-ceiling windows with incredible views over the city and Lake Ontario. The setting alone is spectacular, but the food and service more than live up to it. The service was impeccable: reserved, attentive and incredibly polished without ever feeling overbearing. We chose the tasting menu with the premium wine pairing and added the truffle supplement, which I would absolutely do again. Even the bread course was memorable. The truffle skull butter was such a fun presentation, and the light, airy focaccia was genuinely one of the things I kept thinking about afterward. The canapés were delicate and delicious, with each one somehow evoking a familiar or nostalgic dish despite being presented in a completely elevated way. The amberjack was fresh, delicate and luxurious. The duck breast reminded me of a cozy fall dinner, almost Thanksgiving-like without actually tasting like Thanksgiving. The pasta, generously covered in freshly shaved truffles, was rich and indulgent, and the tenderloin was another standout. What I loved most about the meal was actually its simplicity. Nothing felt complicated just for the sake of being complicated. So many of the dishes reminded me of meals or flavors I already knew: Thanksgiving dinner, a Sunday roast, something warm and familiar, but reimagined with beautiful ingredients and incredible technique. There was a nostalgia running through the entire tasting menu that made it feel special without feeling pretentious. Dessert was elegant and delicious, and while the petit fours were fun, they were probably the least memorable part of an otherwise exceptional meal. Between the food, wine, service and view, Don Alfonso delivered exactly what I want from a tasting-menu experience: elevated and luxurious, but still warm, recognizable and genuinely enjoyable. One of the best meals I've had in Toronto.

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    Don Alfonso 1890 - Nice decor

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    Aloette Bay

    4.5(20 reviews)
    3.1 km•Waterfront Communities-The Island

    Came for a summerlicious date night! It's literally just above the Go Station so definitely just…read moretake the Go if you're coming from out of town. Sooo easy to get here! It's like a baby Aloette. Small location in a fancy looking eatery. The tuna tartare and steak tartare were delicious. The tuna one had like a tomatoe/ strawberry relish mix which made it incredibly refreshing with a little kick. It was a very light dish. The steak version was really well seasoned and so good with the toasted bread - still light but a bit more on the savoury side. I had the angolotti pasta with snap peas and peas. It was a bit heavy and creamy with the ricotta filling, but delicious. Really enjoyed the green sauce. My partner had the truffle burger which was quite literally a burger on a plate - no sides. It was really heavy with the cheese and oils. I couldn't really enjoy it but he seemed to like it. Meat was definitely juicy! We ordered a side of truffle fries which I think lacked truffle flavour, but were delicious anyway. It came with a light aoli and they were similar to frites. Soo good! 100% would recommend it. For dessert, we had the strawberry pavlova and lemon meringue pie. The pavlova was too sweet and the pie was quite sour. So funnily enough, mixing the two was perfect. Service was very friendly and I feel like I'd love popping by for a quite bite of appetizers if I were ever in the area again. This definitely makes me want to try the larger Aloette location now!

    We visited Aloette Bay on a Friday night and made a reservation in advance. The restaurant has a…read moremodern, casual atmosphere and is relatively small, so reservations are recommended. One thing that seemed off to us was the reservation policy. When booking through OpenTable, a credit card is required, and there is a $25 per person charge for no-shows, cancellations within 48 hours, or even guest count reductions made within that time frame, which felt a bit strict for a casual dining restaurant. The restaurant officially closes at 9 p.m., but they accept reservations until around 8:15 p.m., continue taking orders after that, and allow guests to stay and finish their food and drinks at a relaxed pace. The menu is simple and approachable, with appetizers, shareables, mains, cocktails, and a selection of red, white, and sparkling wines. The food was good, the service was friendly, and everything was enjoyable, but nothing felt particularly extraordinary. One thing worth mentioning is that the restaurant's popular cheese-topped bread, which was previously complimentary at the original Aloette location, is now offered as a menu item at the Bay location for an additional charge.

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