I really wanted to like this place. I really wanted them to convince me that Canadian bacon is better than the other (real) bacon, but alas they fell short. It was salty and the bread was actually unremarkable and only slightly less dry than the sahara desert. If the meat wasn't so salty, I probably would've just picked out the meat and left the bun. It's a good one-time buy, but I would probably not buy it again. read more

Best oldschool breakfast sandwich? Pemeal on a bun or breakfast on a bun are the way to go. Meaty, tasty, fresh and great quality. I'd spend my $5 here before Starbuck's or Tim's 7 days a week. read more

I had the famous Peameal bacon sandwich and it was delicious, true to its reputation! Very flavorful! A bit on the salty side for me personally, but hey, its bacon so what did I expect? It's tasty and cheap, what more can you want? read more

All I really knew about Canadian bacon was that it's one of a litany of items (maple syrup, reindeer, moose) that I associate with our friends north of the border. Apparently, it's a bit more than that - and a lot tastier than the bastardized versions than I've sampled in the U.S. After wandering through St. Lawrence Market a bit, we decided to try this after saying this was a Toronto tradition and world-famous (yes, as a tourist, I was a bit of a sucker for the advertising). Nevertheless, we happened to get in when the line was short, so we grabbed one of the peameal bacon sandwiches. Very straightforward as advertised - you get a nice stack of bacon in a roll, nothing else. I think it's easy to complain about there not being any additional condiments included, but that's all I want - a bunch of meat between a warm bun, thank you very much! The meat itself is delicious - not very fatty at all, but with hints of maple and very flavorful overall. The bun actually does contribute quite a bit, as eating this wouldn't be quite as good if it wasn't something you could just stuff in your face and chow down on. I'd definitely have the sandwich again, but they do run out of buns (we had one around 2:30 PM on Saturday), and I'd feel a bit short-changed if I got stuck eating it on anything other than a fresh kaiser roll. But it was worth the $5.50, and I'd definitely come back here to eat a full one for myself next time - no sharing! read more

Cash only - the peameal sandwich is a bit salty for my liking but it was worth a try. Was pretty stuffed given the size of the sandwich. Also tried their Portuguese egg tart which was alright - wish it was warmed up. read more

One of the ten best sandwiches I've ever had, and I love my sandwiches. Wish you could get peameal bacon like that in the states. Location only adds to the experience. read more

The peameal bacon is a must try when you visit Toronto. There are so much to eat at the St. Lawrence market, so don't stuff yourself.

Get the breakfast bun - eggs, bacon and cheese for about $6. Delicious! There's a lot of foot traffic in the market so don't expect to find seating, but there is a really nice bench area next to the shop. Definitely recommend trying if you're looking for a quick bite or something to go. read more

Located inside the St. Lawrence Market, Carousel is very popular and kind of a zoo. We went there to try their famous peameal bacon sandwich. I was pretty surprised that they also had a huge assortment of baked goods. So we also tried the Portuguese style egg custard and a Montreal style bagel. I appreciate the amount of variety they are offering, but I didn't find the peameal bacon very flavorful. It was baked and pretty bland. read more

Wandered to the market to get something yummy to eat before we trekked outta the city into cottage country. I got the breakfast sandwich - fried egg, cheese, peameal bacon on a soft bun - and asked them to add a tomato. I'm a bit of a stickler for not walking and eating so I waited till the car to induldge... a good 30 minutes later. This sandwich was incredible! Even though I waited 30 minutes to eat it, it wasn't soggy, ti was still warm and I bet you it would be just as amazing cold. I can imagine it being terrific after a crazy hangover with a beautiful cup of coffee .... eat it. Please do yourself a favour! read more

Had the breakfast sandwich: plain bun with a few slices of salty peameal, slice of processed cheese and an egg. Just basic. But their coffee was good however it was 5am! read more

Not sure what the big deal is with the Peameal Sandwich. I get it, its the famous Canadian sandwich, but I think its personal taste preferences. For the history of it, I think its worthy of a visit to this bakery to try the sandwich. Personally, I prefer flavors that are more complex than a salty bacon/pork chop type meat sandwiched in a bun. To each his own! read more

yea, just wow! their peameal bacon sandwich was amazing!!!! I don't know how else to describe it. I love this spot, and the owner is so down to earth. He doesn't come off like you are bothering him, even though his spot is so popular and so busy. come by and check this little spot out! read more

My father and I have a yearly tradition of walking from his apartment to St. Lawrence Market early in the am and grabbing a peameal bacon sandwich from here. Maybe we should branch out but I love our tradition. The bread is soft, the bacon seasoned just enough to make it tasty but not overly salty. The portion is generous. My fried egg is always cooked to perfection. I love this place! read more

Very simple, yet very good. Maybe it's because I haven't ever had bacon like this before in the south but this sandwich was pretty damn good. The breakfast version and their regular peameal bacon sandwich hit the spot. The bread was nice and soft and they provide a generous! amount of meat. We didn't try other peameal bacon sandwich's from the other vendors at St. Lawrence Market but this location had Emeril vouching for them so we went with it. Before we left our trip, we were going to stop by for second's but to our dismay the market was closed on Monday. Service was great. We were running low on Canadian cash, and like many places they took the US dollar as well. Definately a must try! read more

You gotta go Big Hog or go home! The peameal, fried egg, cheese & bread come together where you feel your arteries hardening. Plus they have a selection of mustards you can add depending on your spice pain level. Good times & good eats! read more

My fiancee and I came here for the famous Toronto peameal-bacon, here in the form of a breakfast sandwich. We were definitely not disappointed. Located in the Victorian-era St. Lawrence Market, worth wandering around after you eat. The bacon and egg were served on an excellent roll (they *do* have bakery in the name). Remember to bring cash! read more

Like most other people here, I went for the peameal bacon sandwich. I went at around 5 pm and the man at the counter told me that the kitchen closed at 3 pm so he wouldn't be able to add an egg or lettuce to my sandwich. So I opted for the plain sandwich and I added my own toppings (they have a counter with banana peppers and an array of condiments - mustard, horseradish, ketchup, hot sauce, mayo, etc.). The meat is definitely the highlight of the sandwich, along with the perfect bun. I can see how it would be too salty and plain without the condiments, so go all out on them and each bite will be a surprise! The bacon was chewy and cooked to just the right texture. And even though the sandwich was expensive ($7), they don't skimp on the bacon - it's one of those sandwiches where you get some meat in every bite. read more

Three words - Peameal Bacon Sandwich. Now I'll admit, being from the USA, I have nothing to compare it to because this was the only Peameal Bacon Sandwich I'd ever eaten - but it was damn delicious. read more

I have been here numerous times during lunch break and really only go there for the famous pea meal sandwich for lunch. Which is very reasonably priced for the amount of sandwich you get. I have been a fan of the pea meal for a long time. The service is outstanding and fast even during busy times which is nice because I am an impatient person. I do not like to wait for my food. Sometimes I get inconsistent pea meal sandwiches. It is either to salty or just perfect. Not sure why but nonetheless its a very satisfying sandwich to hit your taste buds. read more

A simple delicious sandwich. Perfectly balanced, salty peameal bacon on a fresh bun. What is there not to love about this? A must stop of us when we visit the St Lawrence Market. Our sandwich was made to order. The bacon was still warm and the bread perfectly complimented the bacon. We passed on the condiment and finished this on our way to the next food stand. read more

I wasn't a fan of pemeal bacon as I've usually eaten grocery store bought brand that's chewy, fatty and full of gristle. The bacon here is lean yet so flavorful, moist and succulent. read more

It's simple. It's tasty, and it's the closest thing Toronto has to a signature food. The location, St Lawrence Market, is probably the most Interesting place in Toronto read more

Ordered veal and chicken parmigiana sandwiches - both spicy, for under $16. Service was quick, we came just before noon on a Thursday and there was no line up. Sandwiches were fairly large, enjoyed the chicken better than the veal. They were a bit stingy on the vegetables, and sauce. The peppers have a good kick! read more

The best peameal bacon sandwich you will ever have! 5/5! Delicious!!!

had their peameal bacon sandwich + I fell in love. flavor + textures of both the meat + the bread together in your mouth is like magic. just putting together this review is making my mouth water thinking about it. a must try if at st. lawrence market. read more

Carousel Bakery - peameal sandwich - Sandwiches Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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They are good and have the rep in the Market but when it's busy, I'll head over to the Sausage King who's back bacon is roasted and more tender. Carousel back bacon is a bit on the rubbery side as they fry the slices on the giant griddle. read more

Over hyped but alright for what it is. Don't expect anything to blow you away. A really simple clean sandwich that's been made ahead of time. read more

I dont think this was worth 7 bucks. It was such a mediocre food. It wasn't bad but I honestly dont get why people love this so much.. I think there is better food in toronto. read more

Obligatory must try as a tourist, but by no metric is this kind of sandwich with peameal bacon some kind of impressive food item. The montreal bagel place in the market is excellent though. read more

Had the peameal bacon sandwich after seeing it on Bourdain like everyone else. I think I was expecting a little more. Tasted a little plain with no condiments - just the peameal bacon on a bun. They should probably add some mustard or mayo or something. read more

Awesome! We had two pea meal bacon sandwiches and a breakfast sandwich and they were the best we've ever had. What more can I say. Good prices, great food friendly staff. You can't go wrong eating here! read more

I had a sandwich and it was delicious. I enjoy all the experience of going to the market and then eating outside. The service is also very good and the price is convenient. read more

We arrived on a weekday morning so there was no line or wait. The pea-meal sandwich was good and you could choose your our condiments. It's clearly a tourist attraction and they run a tight ship. Most farmer's markets have signature dishes anf this is one of them. read more

Was visiting Toronto and came to try the Peameal Bacon Sandwich it was cooked well and the meat was lean and the bun soft and fresh.

The best Peameal Bacon Sammie ever! Put some spicy mustard on that baby and it'll rock your world!!!

Not sure what the big deal is about this place. I tried the peameal bacon on a bun sandwich since I had heard so much about it. It was too simple. Nothing special. The peameal bacon was well seasoned and had a good flavor, but to put it on a simple bun just ruined it for me. read more

"When in Rome...this is a famous sandwich so why not try it out. The "bacon" is Canadian bacon but it was very tasty. It is not dry like the other Canadian bacon I had in the past. The bread was fresh and soft. It is also not very salty which is great. This is THE sandwich so they make a load of it and kept it on the side but it was still warm and the bread was not soggy at all. I got my sandwich right away while my friend had to wait for her chicken parm which she said was good. read more

My friend and I decided to check out the St. Lawrence market for breakfast one morning before heading to the Toronto Islands. We stopped by here and got the Peameal Breakfast sandwich and it was great. The bread is somewhere between a hamburger bun and a bagel, the meat is juicy and thick and the egg reminded me of a mcdonalds egg (but in a good way). Will definitely be returning when I am in the area again. read more

Gotta have the peameal bacon sandwich with mustard and banana peppers on it. It's awesome! Nothing like that in New York