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Daphne

3.9 (60 reviews)
Closed • 11:30 am - 11:00 pm

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Michelle K.

I really wanted to try out this restaurant because of how hyped it is on online and the food looked good but i knew it wasn't going to be amazing. I got to the special steak cut of the day which was a bone in rib eye. It was 32oz and good to share with 1-2 people. I also got the truffle butter with it and would skip on that as well. I would just skip the steak as there was nothing special, i mean it's not a steakhouse but i'm a little sad. The sides were good. and the pizza was good too. Service was just meh, my server wasn't that very attentive but maybe he was having a hard day. This restaurant is only worth it if you're going for the ambiance, appetizers and drinks.

Lisa V.

It was ok. For the price and atmosphere, I expected it to be a lot better. It was $28 for a burger and fries. The fries were nothing special and the beef patty had very little flavour. The caramel hazelnut brownie($18) didn't taste like any of those things. If they didn't call it a brownie, my expectations would have been lower. The service was excellent. The bathrooms were behind a mirrored wall which was kinda neat.

Sonja L.

Food was great, service was top notch, great experience all around! Oysters were amazing and they make a wonderful martini!

Mains
Mina P.

Daphne is a gorgeous restaurant right in the heart of the financial district! Highly recommend as a venue for business/client meals. Almost all of the dishes we ordered were delicious (with the exception of a slightly underseasoned salmon), and the wine list is extensive! Highlights for me were the burrata and the clam campanelli. Great ambiance and service - I will definitely be back!

Steak and egg
Rita L.

I came here for weekend brunch this afternoon and ordered the steak and eggs. The steak was just okay -- it was fairly tender but lacked flavour and didn't have a nice crust, which was a bit disappointing. On the positive side, the hash browns were excellent: perfectly crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. I also tried the lychee and cactus pear juice, but unfortunately it tasted quite artificial and wasn't to my liking. The restaurant itself is modern, clean, and nicely designed with comfortable seating. Service was a highlight -- our server was very attentive and friendly throughout the meal. Overall, the experience was good thanks to the atmosphere and service, but the food didn't really stand out for me, so I don't think I'd return specifically for the brunch.

Interior
Shaan A.

Amazing dinner spot near the financial district. The interior is so warm and cozy. Tarin was an awesome host, we had a wonderful time. The dishes were bursting with flavour. Tuna crudo with strawberry was a surprising favourite. The coconut cream pie dessert was also delectable. Highly recommend!

Beef bolognese
Rachel L.

This is a safe choice for dinner with friends or co-workers. The menu has something for everyone. The restaurant is nicely designed, their patio is also really cozy. I had the beef bolognese as my main. It was tasty but nothing to write home about. Same with the brussels sprouts and burrata. Both were good as expected. On the pricier side but pretty average for the area you are in, the level of service and the space. I would come here again and recommend it.

Espresso Martini
Vanessa K.

Daphne A must-add to your next girls night -- this place truly nails the balance of ambiance and great food. This restaurant is so beautiful, and it has the perfect effortlessly elegant vibe. Definitely adding this to one of my go-to restaurants. We ordered a round of espresso martinis to start ), followed by a few shareable plates: Burratini: (because who doesn't like a good burrata) ultra creamy with a bright, herby finish Fried olives Beet salad beautifully plated, with just the right touch of sweetness

Funghi pizza
Brittany I.

Came here on a Saturday night with a group of 8 for a friends birthday and had an amazing dinner experience. Drinks - ordered an espresso martini and an 8oz Pinot Grigio. Both really flavour and an excellent compliment to the meal. The espresso martini came with a little sweet honey comb like cracker sitting -- as a drink topper and it was super cute! Food- many of their food items include appetizers, pizza, steaks, seafood and mains. It was a big menu and very difficult to decide what I wanted as everything looked amazing! I ended up ordering the funghi pizza and it was so yummy. A perfect crunch, toppings were flavourful and complimented with a side of their chili sauce (ask for it!!!!) funghi pizza was umami and cheesy exactly what I was looking for. Service - friendly, attentive and fast. Our server Ethan was great. Able to explain and answer any questions from the menu, make recommendations accordingly. He was able to bring up friendly conversation. My drink wasn't empty without water all night! Though it was a busy night in the restaurant, our group was very pleased with the service he had provided us that night. Ambiance- dress nice, as it is a classy homey-vibe. The washrooms are a whole mirrored wall. The lighting is dim, yet so cute to have as an intimate date or group dinner. Highly recommended reservations ahead of time. 4/5! Recommend to those looking for a cozy fancy lil dinner/lunch whatever you please!

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Victoria S.

I had a decent dinner at Daphne on a Sunday evening! I don't think it's as mediocre as the other Yelpers alluded, however after extensive research, I did order "safe" choices. Atmosphere is super cute. Very trendy. Very cute for date night. I had no issues with service. I had wine, the little gem, and the chicken. The little gem had a little too much dressing, but was light and flavorful. The chicken was extremely tender and juicy. The vibe is the best thing about Daphne, but the food is pretty good as well.

Eggs Benny  with salmon
Hetal M.

Came here for brunch with seven girls and we had reservations. We were seated in the back where we had a rectangular table so that we could see each other, but the noise was so loud that we really couldn't hear across the table. It was a little unfortunate because some of us hadn't seen each other in over a year and a half so it would've been nice to be able to converse. I had the salmon Benedict and the green juice. Oddly enough, the majority of us had the eggs Benedict for our meal. I did not like my green juice at all. It was overpowering with cucumber and cucumber is not my favourite thing. I was told that it would be underwhelming however, it was quite the opposite and for nine dollars I didn't think it was worth it. The aesthetics inside is gorgeous. Definitely an Instagram place. I wouldn't say it on the top of my list of places to return to just given the experience that we had with the size of our group. Needless to say the eggs, Benny was awesome.

Jenn W.

Daphne occupies a great location and has a beautiful dining room, but their hosting operations needs improvement. They seem to seat people upon arrival, rather than pre-planning arrangements based on reservations, which is how we were sat beside the drafty door despite booking a month in advance. The menu isn't overly exciting but offers a safe selection so there will be options for all. A light spread of nibbles started our meal: Olives ($8) - a variety of olives in a light citrus za'atar oil. Bread and butter ($8) - a sizeable basket containing different breads like focaccia, sesame baguette, and whole wheat. They were all soft and fresh and went with nicely with the whipped cultured butter. It would have been even better if the bread was warmed. Little gem salad ($20) - your typical salad that resembled a lightly dressed Ceasar. If it had more of the garlic parmesan dressing it would stand out better but did go with the other bites and kept things light. If you want to visit Flavour Town, hop on the black truffle pizza ($36) train. While the price may take you aback, the pie does contain slices of the fungi, you'll find them scattered amongst the thinly sliced potatoes. The soft puffy crust was a tad soggy in the centre, but it wasn't surprising given the egg that oozes over the pie adding a lovely creaminess. The dish was delicious with the addition of taleggio cheese, potato crema, and herbs. The duck mafalda ($35) was equally flavourful with the crimped pasta pulling in so much of the shredded duck and spicy sauce into its crevices. Although the dish isn't the prettiest, I loved the powerful punch of the sauce, which has a pesto-feel but still the freshness of a red sauce. For those abstaining from red meat, the tuna ribeye ($65) offers a 16oz hunk of protein that's great for sharing. We're warned the chimichurri is spicy, so we asked for the condiment on the side. In reality, there's not a lick of heat but was heavy on the citrus and was really needed to season the tuna, which otherwise is merely sitting in a muted truffle ponzu. The fish paired well with the sunchokes ($16), the root vegetables well roasted and tossed with sunflower tahini, brown butter, and caramelized honey that created a tasty crust. These would even work well with the little gem salad. I can see why the cauliflower ($32) is considered a main. An entire head of the vegetable arrives covered with sauces so there's a heartiness even without protein. Elements like the basil herb sauce gave it a freshness while the roasted grapes some sweetness. Still, it's a lot for one person so is best shared with a large group. I would not save room for dessert. If I liked chocolate, the Daphne bar ($16) was tasty, like a tuxedo cake in bar form with its dark chocolate mousse and caramel wrapped in a soft chocolate ganache. Alas, chocolate and I have a difficult relationship. We had high hopes for the coconut cream pie ($17), but it resembled a white chocolate mousse rather than pie as the dessert lacked the salty crust element. The passionfruit gel was also too tropical and took away from richness I expected from a cream pie. If anything, it's pretty to look at. Strawberry shortcake ($18) is usually one of my favourite desserts, but Daphne's was terrible... give me a supermarket version any day. The makrut lime cream was overpowering giving the cake a lemongrass flavour and the black sesame adding an earthy nuttiness that didn't compliment the strawberries.

Shakshuka
Carmen G.

A cute brunch spot for you and your friends! What a beautiful interior this place has from the moment you walk in. They have an open kitchen concept and the dining room is nicely lit and bright. Our server was attentive and always filling our water cups, so we were never thirsty. Washrooms are in a row hidden by a wall of mirrors and are unisex so you can pick whichever one is open. The washrooms camouflage into the wall though so I saw a few people confused if there were more washrooms along the way. I started my brunch with a vanilla latte. Their only milk alternative is almond or oat. You won't be able to find soy here. Which isn't too big of a problem since it's nice they even have milk alternatives to offer. As I'm writing the review and looking at their menu options, I can see on their website that they have both a brunch and lunch menu, but I'm not realizing I only got offered the brunch menu to look at. However, here's what we got for food from the brunch menu: Pancakes: 5/5 - Both beautiful to look at and so delicious! They're fluffy and tasty! Comes with a berry compote, lemon curd, coconut and maple syrup. This was great for sharing! Shakshuka: 3.5/5 - Your typical shakshuka dish. It comes with a super long piece of bread which was a great conversation starter. Taste was nothing special but still a hearty dish. Club Sandwich: 5/5 - Another beautifully presented dish. It was a good sandwich with the raw seared yellow fin tuna, baco and aioli. We changed our fries to a salad which was a solid 5/5! Hash Brown 4/5 - This is not your regular hash brown you can expect to arrive at the table. Instead, it came in one block looking like toast. It was great though because it was very crispy on all surfaces! Served with hollandaise in the middle and truffle cheese - YUM! Overall I have a great time here and can't wait to come back to check out their dinner menu based on other Yelpers reviews!

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