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9 years ago

My review is based on the birthday deal. A free meal on your birthday. The free deal consists of 2 eggs ( cooked to your liking), 2 sausages, 2 bacon pieces, and 3 pancakes. Honestly for a free meal that's really good. At a sit down restaurant with a glass of water. The server was nice. I told her about the deal and asked if she would like to see my id she said it's fine. When I was done I thought I had to pay for taxes . She said nope that's it, have a great day. No purchase necessary an awesome deal if you ask me. read more

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Dawn M.

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12 years ago

I can't believe no one has reviewed this new location of Denny's yet because they've been open for at least a month now, and they're open 24 hours! Superwoman and I had been eyeing the sign on the door, waiting for the place to open. I have to admit that I'm biased though - I'm a sucker for diners. And I've always been a fan of Denny's in the States (though I tend to go to IHOP more, when it comes to chains I visit south of the border). I had good experiences here. I came by one day later in the evening by myself (I think it was a week day), ravenous for pancakes. I ordered the Lumberjack Slam, which contained a lot of food. My server was really nice, and the food was great. Their pancakes were fluffy as clouds, and I like that their scrambled eggs aren't all watered down with milk or overcooked. The sausages were alright, the bacon was super crispy (not my preference, but that's ok), and the food came promptly. The toast was good, though I wish there were a wider variety of jams (because my beloved raspberry wasn't available - Cora's really sets the bar high with this). There was also a decent selection of teas. The next time I was there for breakfast on Sunday morning. It was super busy, and the service was slower than before. Also, I ordered a cinnamon pancake breakfast and my server didn't bother to ask what kind of meat I wanted, but she brought me bacon AND sausage so I didn't have to choose, and I was happy about that. The cinnamon pancakes were fantastic (though not as rich as IHOP) and I didn't need any syrup. What I love most about Denny's though, is that they put everything on separate plates, so you don't have to worry about getting bacon/sausage oil on your pancakes. Some people like to mix savoury with sweet, especially with breakfast, but I am not one of them. I'll be back with Superwoman, and I look forward to trying one of their skillets! (though I wish they didn't all come with bell pepper) ETA: Someone mentioned below that it was opened only a week or so at the time that my review was written. I walk by all the time and I'd been eyeing the sign for a long time - it felt like a month to me. Regardless, when they opened is irrelevant and it doesn't change my experience at this place or my opinion. read more

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Mike B.

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12 years ago

Yep. That sure is Denny's. Look - I'm not saying it's terrible, because two stars just means I've had better. And I have. I've had better and cheaper breakfasts all over the city, but that doesn't mean that Denny's isn't for me. There's something charming about knowing that next time you're at Yonge and Dundas Square at 3 in the morning, and you need to wait for the subway to come back to life at 6am, there's a place for you. And that place is Denny's. The charm is that it's always there, always open, and ready to give you a grand slam. Also - it's worth mentioning that their pancakes are great value. Nothing else is - you'll leave hungry, because - Denny's... Maybe more than four french fries on the side of that small sandwich that cost 10 bucks next time? But man... Their pancakes are what I always want. One of the few places I'll actually pay money for pancakes. Go check it out for yourself. read more

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Anita T.

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11 years ago

Been there twice. Service is nice, although the second time I went or food, our server actually had a sense of humour which me and my friends loved! :D Got the Philly Omelet which is now the cause of my growling stomach thinking about it. Cheesy, and meaty. What else could you possibly want at midnight?! This place is also open late, which is a plus for anybody who crawls downtown. I think the service could be a bit more attentive though, no offence! Still will come back to Denny's, nothing tastes better than cheesy meat at 12 in the morning. read more

Denny's - Philly Omelet. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Mike S.

8 years ago

So.many. staff. Doing. Nothing!!! A long wait for service and we ha to ask for a server. Our waitress Melissa who was very busy waiting on others was great! Seemed all of the young men( my friend counted 10) hanging and chatting behind the counter and doing nothing else. I guess no manager on duty. Food was typical Denny's pretty good. read more

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Ernest T.

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8 years ago

TLDR: Probably better when you're not sober. Prices are fair. Service was alright. Food wasn't that great. To be honest I'm not sure what I expected when I went to Denny's. I went here for lunch and I ordered the Pot Roast Sandwich. It was extremely greasy but there was a decent amount of meat in it. The oil or grease or whatever was literally soaking through the top and bottom of the bun. The beef was really tender and seasoned well and it tasted like it was slow-cooked like a good pot roast should. It was a bit salty however, as were the fries. The fries were a bit over-fried and were extremely greasy as well. In the moment it was pretty good but I felt absolutely disgusting afterwards. I can't quite pinpoint the feeling but it was definitely worse than going on a McDonald's or fast-food binge. The people that I went here with shared similar sentiments (one ordered the standard breakfast and another had a stack of pancakes). I think everything here is just overloaded with sugar or salt - or both. The service was alright and the price-point was fair. However I don't think I will come back here ever again because the food just wasn't that great and if I wanted to eat something greasy and feel not-as-bad I would just go to McDs. read more

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Bonnie I.

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12 years ago

New to Toronto .. definitely could do better. Service is slow, very slow. Food was disappointing. I've been to many Denny's and if this one doesn't step up the game they're closing down for sure. All their Foursquare tips were complaints. My salmon and t-bone steak was half the size an flavour of what I'd imagine and shown on menu. I've never had to add ketchup to my fish before because it lacks that much taste. However the hashbrowns were the same as what I expected. The garlic bread was also not bad. But that's really it. The manager Joe did come at the beginnibg to see if we've been taken care of but never came back as promised after we finished eating. This is a 5/10 experience. For a franchise ... this was done ao poorly .. I hope they get better soon .... read more

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Karen N.

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10 years ago

A free Birthday Slam on your birthday, just show government ID. Yay Denny's! Consists of: - Pancakes - Bacon & Sausage - Two eggs Our server was amazing - very nice sweet filipina lady. read more

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Harry J.

Elite 17

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10 years ago

The service is pretty good and prompt. The food is okay, nothing special. Actually I really liked side bread...it was freshly baked and well presented. Btw there was too many small flies near my table..I caught 5 of them but still annoyed my meal. I am not sure and worried about restaurant cleanness. read more

Denny's - Food was okAy than i expected - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Christopher Z.

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10 years ago

It's a Denny's. Don't compare it to some fancy brunch place by Liberty Village, or that nice diner you found on some posh little street in Yorkville, it's a DENNY'S. It's open 24-hours and they serve their full menu for the entire duration - it's a place you generally eat at for convenience, and some days you just want to feel bad for yourself and stuff yourself with greasy food that's bad for your health. This place is perfect for those occasions. It's only fair to compare Denny's to similar diners that offer a similar 24-hour service - so compared to Fran's and Golden Griddle, Denny's comes out on top. Not the very top of diner chains though, because it doesn't beat IHOP. Mmm.... IHOP. Anyway, I dropped by on a Tuesday for lunch after having a crummy day and left feeling a lot better. My server was friendly and full of smiles, which was nice because I was feeling like shit. My food came out quickly and it tasted exactly like the way it looked, full of grease, full of meat, and full of calories. It was the perfect remedy to my mood. For me the best time to binge on this kind of food is after a night of making poor life choices, because going to Denny's is a good choice in that context. Going to Fran's on the other hand makes me feel like I've just made another bad choice and I just feel worse coming out than I did going in, so I'm glad to see that I now have more options to choose from. For now, Denny's will be my go-to for late-night diners - you'll probably see me there at 3AM on the weekends. read more

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Andrew M.

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As I always aspire to be, I'll be fair in starting this review off with a nugget of honesty. My friend who I was eating with when I went here asked me during the meal why when asked if things were ok by the waiter/waitress and it wasn't, why we almost always reply that it is? My answer was along the lines of "Because we're Canadian and that's how Canadians do it" which due to our passive aggressive tendencies, I'm afraid is true, but I also added that if I didn't think the poor quality of a meal was an anomaly and it was due to the food being the way it was supposed to be and me simply not liking it, then I wouldn't complain because I'd never be back. I think you can see where this is going. The service was pretty good. The waitress in our section was covering too many tables and I could tell she was tired, so I won't hold that against her and as I said, she was still friendly. I think this is a family run franchise and so I'll also say stuffing may be limited because they're trying to keep costs low. Anyhow, that's not the issue. It's Denny's, I get it, but the Slamburger I ordered had so little flavor in it that I wondered if I had turned off my tastebuds. It seems like it should be a good combo: bacon, hash browns, egg over easy and a burger patty, but it's got nothing to it. I added salt and pepper on the patty and it was better but this was the blandest burger I'd had in awhile. The fries are okay, a weird crinkle cut steak fry but tasted okay. The rest was awful. I didn't complain because as previously mentioned, this is how I feel it was meant to be. It's odd because the patty looked freshly made and like it would be flavorful but it wasn't. The bun was too weak to hold this much food. It had no sauce to make it tastier either. Unless you're stuck at 4am and can't make the distance to Some other burger joint, I'd take a pass on Denny's. read more

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Cynthia Eunyoung S.

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9 years ago

We ordered two cups of coffee, "Fit Slam", and "Honey Jalapeño Bacon Slam". What I find very unfortunate when it comes to these brunch/breakfast places is that they often overlook the importance of good coffee. Sadly, Denny's wasn't an exception. It was over $2 for each cup of hot black water. Food was not bad but not exceptionally good either. Fit Slam's scrambled egg was really soft but a bit bland, but I guess that's what comes with healthy-labeled food. Pancake that came with Honey Jalapeño Bacon Slam was really fluffy and nice! Jalapeño Bacon was also interesting in a very positive way. Staffs were nice and I'd say service was great, considering how they were also open on boxing day! read more

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Anne S.

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8 years ago

Amazing breakfast! The hash brown is homemade. The pancakes are delicious! The plates are big! read more

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Ana G.

4 years ago

Been here many times and it never disappoint! Staff were amazing. The pancake is the best!!! The only problem is their bread lol it is hard, u can tell it's old. read more

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Chloé P.

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9 years ago

Regrets. I'm lactose intolerant and didn't have my lactaid pills, but still ordered a milkshake, because sometimes the pain and bloated feeling are worth it. This sacrifice, however, was not worth it. The food is decently priced and the staff is friendly, but the food is very very very underwhelming. The bechamel sauce on the eggs benny had an odd consistency, the sunnyside up eggs were burned, the hashbrowns were burned, and the wheat pancakes were bland. Granted, the small bits of hashbrown that were not burned tasted great. Anyway, while I doubt I will come back, I still think Denny's has merit, since it's a 24-hour diner. If you're craving burned hashbrown at 2am, Denny's will be there for you. read more

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Cindy H.

3 years ago

Went to Denny's last weekend. Service was great and I ended up tipping more than I ever tipped anyone because she was awesome, but sadly won't be going back. Breakfast here is by no means cheap, not even on the 55+ menu, which we ordered from. When you have an $11 meal and add a $4 coffee (ridiculous) it's an all around big no for me, but I know Denny's to be the home of the big portions so we waited eagerly for our breakfast. When we got our meal I was very disappointed. I ordered two pancakes which were huge and tasty. I also ordered two bacon, two links and two eggs. I eat eggs every morning of my life and I would swear that was not two eggs. The bacon was as thin as a piece of paper and just a little wider than a pencil? Denny's what the h__ll have you done? I could have blown that bacon off my plate with little effort? I love bacon and this was a waste of my time and money. If saving money on your product and cheapening your name was your goal, you just saved a lot because we won't be coming back until you serve real bacon again. Also that noisy robot thing you've got going on ...... not a fan. I hope the wait staff like it because I don't. I didn't get served on that but I don't want my food on a tray near the bottom of the floor where everyone is kicking up dust as they walk by and it landing on my food. Then the poor wait staff has to follow it like a slow turtle and then bend down low to pick up all the trays to serve. That is an epic fail to me. Pretty sure the kids loved it though. read more

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Vanessa P.

5 years ago

When we went to Denny's for dinner time after our adventure from Disney, I ordered myself a steak with fries and broccoli. The steak was big and the meal portions were much bigger than in Canada. However, that did not ruin the Denny's experience. I ate my entire steak because I was starving (maybe that's why it tasted good in the moment) but the steak was a little bit fatty. They do not carve their steaks to absolute perfection like at a 5 star restaurant, because I've definitely been to one of those high class fancy restaurants. Such as A&W, but they only do burgers and not steaks so that comparison is irrelevant. The broccoli tasted fine, it was boiled which is the way of preference for me. The fries tasted excellent when dipped in the steak juice. Overall, I would give it a solid 7/10. read more

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Will M.

7 years ago

Service was slow and disrespectful. The coffee was cold by the time they brought sugar. When we asked for a fresh cup I watched them put it in the microwave. This is not the first time we have had bad service. Last time we asked for bread they brought it from someone else's table. It's really too bad, we have had good service there too and we live close by. I don't think we will be back. read more

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Josephine H.

8 years ago

Had the blueberry pancake breakfast today! Pancakes were very fluffy, not too sweet, very satisfying! Came with eggs, bacon/sausage, and hast browns. Delicious and filling meal! read more

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Thomas L.

10 years ago

Total rip off and sub-par food in my opinion! Went here for breakfast and discovered the birthday free deal is on the "original grand slam" which is eggs, sausage, beacon and pancake only. A cup of coffee was almost three bucks! Add my son's french toast, milk and juice - and $3.69 extra charge for my hash brown the total came to $$39.71 before b-day discount. With discount the breakfast came to $28.08 after tax. Now this rant isn't so much about the outrageous bill as it is about how much I had to paid for a sub par meal. For the after discount $ I would have had a better meal at Cora's, Sunset Grill or Fran's. Holy crap. Spoke to the manager who I could barely understand (his English) but that just amounted to me having cent of my surprise and frustration. I was a fan of Denny's (back when I lived in Vancouver) but this sucky experience means no love for the chain from now on. I recommend going to the other places I mentioned above instead, well before stepping into a Denny's in Toronto. read more

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Fion C.

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9 years ago

My boyfriend and I came craving the popular American all day breakfast food chain. To our disappointment, upon arrival we waited approximately 5-8 minutes before getting seated despite being first in line and numerous empty tables around. Once seated, we were left alone for another 10 minutes meanwhile the people who were seated after us got water, and their orders taken. Finally, we got a hold of someone but they said our waitress was too busy to serve us when there were only 2 other tables she was serving. After another couple minutes we got our orders taken. We ordered the Lumberjack slam ($12.99) and Country fried steak ($13.99). Food: From our meal we enjoyed the pancakes, the country fried steak, zucchini, the hash brown (although slightly saltier than my personal preference) and the sausages from my breakfast. Everything else was quite average and on the saltier side. Verdict: The meal was enjoyable but definitely did not exceed expectations in terms of service or food quality. I would consider coming again as the service and food could be a one-off situation. However, I would not go out of my way to do so. read more

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Randy K.

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I stopped by Denny's for a quick breakfast on my way to a conference. I eat frequently at Denny's. I was not thrilled with this location. It is a high traffic location. It's very busy. The restaurant smelled like an armpit. The food came promptly. The service was okay. The food was served on a collection of proper plates and styrofoam cups. I didn't find this location to be very clean. I will not return to this location. read more

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SuPing C.

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I came here on Good Friday for brunch it wasn't packed or anything. We were seated almost immediately. I ordered the classic eggs Benny and the eggs were poached to perfection. The hollandaise sauce however I found it to be a little bit too salty but I liked the thick texture. I wished they would service it with fruits tho. Overall, it was an average experience but I will revisit this chain again. This place is more pleasant than Fran's. The atmosphere is more relaxing whereas I felt the environment at Fran's to be really chaotic and less privacy between tables. read more

Denny's - Classic eggs Benny with hash brown. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Wendy L.

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7 years ago

The worst service ever! No one seats me. And then when I do sit down, no one gives me a menu. And then I had to go up to the counter to order. Now I have never experienced this kind of non-service before. Terrible! read more

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Sharona S.

8 years ago

Love coming here from time to time whenever I'm in downtown! I can always count on Denny's for having a variety of great food. Also, their customer service is very good!! read more

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121 Dundas Street West
Toronto, ON M5G 1C4
Canada
Downtown Core
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(416) 599-6161
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Hours

What time does Denny's open?

Denny's is open 24 hours on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Denny's close?

Denny's is open 24 hours on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun Open 24 hours

Food & Alcohol

Does Denny's have catering options?

Yes, Denny's does have catering options.

Does Denny's serve alcohol?

Yes, Denny's serves alcohol. Beer & Wine Only

Indoor Amenities

Does Denny's allow dogs?

No, Denny's does not allow dogs.

Does Denny's have TVs?

Yes, Denny's has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Denny's have bike parking?

Yes, Denny's has bike parking.

Does Denny's have outdoor seating?

No, Denny's does not have outdoor seating options.

Does Denny's have parking?

Yes, Denny's has parking options. Garage Parking, Street Parking, Validated Parking

Other Amenities

Is Denny's wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Denny's is wheelchair accessible.

Does Denny's have free WiFi?

Yes, Denny's has free WiFi.

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Welcome to Denny's Canada. Where guests have come for over 60 years to relax and enjoy good, hearty meals at reasonable prices. Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, Denny's restaurants serve classic breakfast around the clock as well as craveable salads, hand-pressed burgers and homestyle dinners. Our menu is broad yet familiar, which makes us a great place to take the kids and family. You will always find delicious value and variety no matter what you are in the mood for. Denny's is proud to be Canada's Diner. And just when you think breakfast couldn't get better, it does. The perfect ingredients. The fold of the eggs. Introducing our New. Ooh là là Omelettes line-up starting at $6.99: New. Wild West Omelette, New. Greek Garden Omelette, and New. Sunny-Topped Omelette. They are Son Exquise. (That means super yummy.)

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4.4(27 reviews)

2.1 km

I was in the area for a concert and I wanted to grab a quick bite before the show. A nearby bar was…read morepacked so I began wandering around, looking for something to eat. Happy Burger came into my field of vision and I was very intrigued. I noticed a few ads for their special burger, the Chili Cheeseburger ("smashed patty topped with all beef chili, American cheese, onion, pickles and jalapeños"), and I was immediately on board. I love smashed patty hamburgers and I really love chili, so it was a no brainer. After placing an order on their self-serve kiosk, I sat down and waited for my food. It took about 10 minutes but it was definitely worth the wait. This is one terrific burger. It's got that irresistible smashed-patty texture, and the chili is definitely above average. I was worried that the whole meat on meat thing would result in a concoction that was too rich, but the onion, pickles, and jalapeño proved a perfect counterbalance. I kind of wish I'd tried the fries, but no matter. Now I have a new eatery whenever I'm in the Yonge/Bloor area.

I really enjoyed our burgers from here ..they werent greasy at all.. they were very tasty..only…read morethe milkshake was a little bland but otherwise I will be going back here for a burger...

1.3 km•Church-Wellesley Village, Downtown Core

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Happy cheeseburger

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Storm Crow Manor

4.1(198 reviews)

One of the most fun dinner experiences I've had and highly recommend to anyone visiting Toronto…read more The nerdy gamer vibes are great. If you're a movie buff or a pop culture buff, there are references throughout the entire place that you'll pick up on. The staff are super friendly and welcoming and very informative. We "rolled" for our meal and drinks and it made the experience much more fun. Food is delicious, drink options are plenty and even the restrooms are interesting (use the ones downstairs - trust me).

The seafood is exceptionally fresh, especially the oysters and crudos…read more Most of the main courses are flavorful and beautifully presented. Some of the sauces and seasonings were a bit heavy, making a few dishes taste stronger than I expected. The drinks are well-crafted, though a few cocktails were on the sweeter side and not entirely to my taste. Service is attentive and polite, though the pace can feel a little formal at times. Overall, it's a wonderful spot for a special night out, just keep in mind that some dishes have bolder flavors.

1.6 km•Yorkville, Discovery District, Downtown Core

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Nachos

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Amal

3.7(136 reviews)

There were 4 of us for dinner at Amal last night. This was the first time for all of us…read more We arrived for a 7pm reservation at around 6:55pm. We were seated and then greeted right away by our waitress. She gave us menus, but then didn't come back for about 15-20 minutes to take our drink orders. We each ordered a cocktail and they arrived within 5 mins. and all looked amazing. We had the Marissa Harissa which wasn't mine but I swapped for it because it was so tasty lol. It was spicy and a little sour and a little sweet. Very yum! I had ordered the Velvet Figue, which was tasty but a ittle on the sweet side for me. We also had the Amal Old Fashioned which was fantastic. My husband and I both said it was one of the best Old Fashioneds we'd ever had. The last one was the Amal Espresso Martini which was good but unremarkable. We waited about 20 minutes before our food orders were taken. We ordered several things to share. The first round came out around 10 minutes after ordering, which was good. We had the dip sampler and chose the hummus basil, baba ganoush and muhamarrah. The hummus basil was wonderfully smooth and had a great basil flavour. The baba ganoush was nice and creamy. The muhamarrah had a very nice flavour but was very sweet which was a little off-putting to me. I didn't hate it, but wouldn't order it again. We had the kibbeh which was fantastic. The texture and flavour were both perfect. We also had the spicy fingerlings which were great! They were very spicy and the sauce was lemony and so delicious. I actuallly mixed some with my muhamarrah to cut the sweetnss and that really helped. The rest of the food took about 20 minutes to arrive (after we finished the appetizers). We had the skewer platter for two and it was so delicious. The pistachio kabab was out of this world good. My sister doesn't usually enjoy lamb, but she liked this. It was spiced perfectly. The other two were very good too. We had the vermicelli rice, which was very nice. I make this at home so I'm familiar with it and really enjoyed it. The texture was perfect. Lastly, we had the pickle plate which was very interesting. The eggplant pickle was different from any pickle I've had before and was quite firm, which I wasn't expecting. It was tasty. We ordered a bottle of Lebanese red wine which was a very nice accompaniment to the skewers. All in all, it was a lovely evening. Our server was very nice and friendly and the food and drinks were very good. The 4-star rating is partly because of the very slow speed at which the food came out. I'd have given 4.5 stars if that was an option We would return.

This was my second time visiting Amal for Sunday brunch. It's tucked away on the second floor at…read more131 Bloor West and offers a modern Lebanese dining experience with a bright, airy interior, high ceilings, and beautiful Middle Eastern design details. The space really is stunning. You feel like you've stepped into something special once you're inside. It wasn't busy and we were seated right away without a wait. Food also came out quickly, which I appreciated. I ordered a latte and the Lebanese Omelette with tomatoes, green onions, capsicum, parsley, home potatoes, and pickled serrano, plus a side of 4 pieces of beef bacon. The latte was okay, nothing memorable. The omelette had good flavour and nice seasoning, but overall I found the dish a little dry. The beef bacon was probably my favourite part, especially with the little pops of pomegranate sprinkled on top, which added a subtle sweetness and texture. One thing that stood out this visit unfortunately wasn't the food. The textile bench cushions where I was seated were visibly stained and fairly worn. They were also uneven in height, and my table was positioned right over two different cushions. I ended up stuffing a pillow under one side just to avoid feeling lopsided the entire meal. It's a small detail, but in a restaurant that presents itself as polished and upscale, those touches matter. Overall, brunch was fine. Good, but not excellent. The food came quickly, flavours were pleasant, but it didn't wow me. That said, I've heard their dinner service is where Amal really shines, with a more expansive mezze selection and elevated dishes, so I'd be open to returning in the evening to experience the restaurant at its best.

Interior

Amal's humus

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STK Steakhouse

3.4(257 reviews)

1.8 km•Yorkville

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We came here for the Happy Hour. Great deals on food and…read morewine/cocktails. Definitely a great place to enjoy great food and ambiance at a reasonable price. Tried the calamari and the HH size steak frites. Both excellent. And had a nice glass of Prosecco. We did share some mini donuts to end the meal (although they were not on the HH menu). Nice service. They were attentive but gave us space. Located in on Yorkville @ Avenue. Parking garage nearby but quite close to the far west entrance of Bay Subway.

Obviously it's beautiful inside but the food and drinks are ok. I do think it's over priced. The…read morefood was decent, the drinks were watered down. The service was excellent. Maybe this would be cute for a date and if you wanted to go somewhere to have cute IG pictures. If you want a good meal... I think you have better options out there.

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Sweet Corn Pudding and Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes

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Pig Out BBQ

4.0(113 reviews)

1.7 km•Downtown Core

We ordered takeout via uber eats. So I can only review the food…read more I ordered the pulled chicken soft tacos. They were amazing! The chicken was moist and very flavorful. Plenty of lettuce, sour cream and seasonings. The tortilla was soft and a bit sweet and it complimented the taco well. The fries were plentiful and actually calorie worthy. This place is on my list for our next trip to Toronto!

Classic southern bbq is what you'll find at pig out bbq. They've been serving it up since 2012. I…read moreshared the 6 rib dinner with a friend which came with a side (aka trimming), coleslaw, pickles and choice of dipping sauce. My side of choice was fries, can't go wrong with fries - they were crispy, a bit oily, made for good bbq eating. Coleslaw and pickles were standard - good but nothing stand out. Can't recall the dipping sauce but I appreciated that there was dipping sauce. The ribs are smoky but I can understand why they came with sauce because they aren't exactly lathered in any. Unlike saucier ribs I've had, these ribs feel a little drier so the sauce helps in that aspect. The meat was delicious and tender but I don't think this is my type of ribs - I guess I'm more of a saucy ribs girl. I would still recommend giving it a try if you'd prefer a smoky, drier rub!