Ok I returned for a second time to try more dishes and was impressed. Glad I returned because I was…read moreimpressed with my dish and the service was very good once again. I had the dill salmon which was fresh and cooked to perfection. Loved the seasoned rice and steamed veggies. Just a healthy , balanced meal at a fair price. Bruschetta was wonderful as was the fried pickles. Fantastic little spot in my neighbourhood and looking forward to enjoying more meals here.

My family and I enjoyed a really good meal, with most of us starting with French Onion Soup. Our…read moremains included seafood, pasta, sandwiches, salad, and great fries. It was all good, with good flavours, and generous portions. The food and service were really good, with a nice ambiance.

My wife and I went to Smash Kitchen and Bar, and we had a generally good experience…read more The staff are friendly, the wait time for food was 13 minutes (yep, I time it), the food tasted great (we split the truffle mushroom baked eggs for the main, and Cathy's chocolate banana bread for dessert). Overall, a very pleasant experience. They only lost a point because there was an egg shell in our meal.

Smashing good brunch?…read more Smash Kitchen has been on our list to visit for a while till we finally had the opportunity. For more than a dozen years, this Markham spot has been known for good flavors and portions. The weekend brunch menu from 10am - 2:45pm had an assortment of creative dishes. We opted for their LA mac & cheese ($25) with a saucy cheese blend textured by herb crumbles. The soft shell crab benedict ($24) looked irresistible with two nicely poached eggs beside crab drizzled with maple buffalo hot sauce. While it came with no sides, bites of the whole fried soft shell crab on brioche toast were scrumptious. The inside of this restaurant is cavernous, featuring even a private room and patio. It's much larger than the dated plaza entrance would indicate. Staff were generally active at the tables, even delivering colour sheets to young ones. Skip it or hit it? It was a long time coming but brunch here didn't disappoint. Hit it!

We have been struggling to find a good brunch spot in the area. Finally found this place…read more Every thing we ordered came hot and fresh. Cozy place and great service. Looking forward to coming back. Thank you.

Very solid diner style cafe, excellent pancakes! It can get really packed around brunch time…read more Service was really helpful and friendly, but some food items took a while to come, probably as the restaurant was completely full while I was there

I had them cater my son's 13th birthday party and it was an amazing experience. The food was…read moreexcellent and so was the staff. The adults had just as much fun as the kids. Everyone loved their meals as it was hot and fresh. I can't say enough about their food, it's something you definitely have to try!!

This was my first time coming here since they moved to this location, a bit farther from home…read more Thankfully, not much has changed. They still make good food at good prices, and with good service in a nice clean environment! Keep it up!

Good food, never been disappointed, always fresh. the staff…read moreare friendly. Mum & pop restaurant, clean decor, clean restaurant. Usually eat here every weekend and, will continue to do so.

This place reminded us of Texas! We had the chicken and brisket with fries. The fries were super…read morefresh.

I visited the newly opened Dickey's Barbecue Pit in Markham and tried the Kids Meat Plate. There is…read morea lot of parking here and normally not too crowded, and the space inside was clean with a simple setup. Only one staff member was working during my visit, and there was a mix-up with my order. Luckily, I was still in the parking lot when another customer came out to let me know, so I was able to get it sorted. For the meal, I picked beef brisket (you get 3oz of meat and can also choose sausage, turkey, chicken wings, or nuggets) and a side. I chose mashed potatoes. They weigh the meat before reheating it. Next time, I'd ask for the BBQ sauce on the side since it was a bit too drenched, and while it had good flavor, the brisket felt dry in parts and not quite as tender as I hoped. The mashed potatoes had bits of skin, which gave a nice texture, but they really needed gravy to round them out (additional cost for 1.99). The bread roll stood out. It was very soft, fresh, and worked great for turning the brisket into a mini sandwich. For the drink, I went with a soft drink instead of the "lil yellow cup" option. The portion was small, but it is after all advertised as a kid's meal and less of a commitment compared to all their other menu items. It's a good choice if you want a lighter meal or just want to sample the BBQ. They also offer daily deals, which change throughout the week and is only available for a limited time (it is not mentioned how long this is for): Monday: Brisket Mac & Cheese $12.99 Tuesday: BOGO 50% any Sandwich Wednesday: 10% off Wings Thursday: Brisket Poutine $12.99 Friday: 15% off Westerner or Pit Dip Sandwich Saturday/Sunday: Kids' Meals for $7.99 I'm interested in trying other menu items and their daily specials. I'm just hoping the brisket is more tender/juicy next time!

This table looks so dreamy, elegant, and full of little pleasures that I can already imagine myself…read morethinking about it again long after the night is over. The tiramisu looks so soft and delicate, like the kind of dessert that quietly steals your heart, the savory dish looks warm and comforting in the sweetest way, and those beautiful drinks make everything feel even more charming and unforgettable. There is something so lovely about a meal like this, where every bite and every sip feels like a gentle little reward, turning an ordinary moment into something that feels romantic, cozy, and very hard to let go of. I can already tell this is the kind of place that would make me want to come back again with a happy heart, just to enjoy the same delicious comfort, the same sweet atmosphere, and the same beautiful little happiness that makes every part of the experience feel so special.

Public Gardens has become our go to weekday dinner spot! We have been here many times and it never…read moremisses. It is an easy place to pop in for dinner without too much planning, especially during the week when you can usually get seated without a wait. Our consistent go-to's: braised meatballs, mozzarella sticks, public Caesar (my fave in the city better than Jacob's imo) ciao bella rigatoni, and the steak frites. Their burger and tiramisu is good too. The first time I ordered their ciao Bella rigatoni for some reason it wasn't good, but after that I keep ordering it cuz it HITS. We've tried their salami pizza and the chicken parm I thought was mid. Their drinks are amazing though, my fave is the tiramisu martini but I also love their other cocktails. The Milan melon is delish, so is the rosemary limon spritz and the bellini is refreshing. The cocktail list in general is elite for a king west restaurant. On weekends it is much busier and often fully booked, so reservations are a must, but if you come right when they open for lunch at 12 pm, you can walk in, but it fills up quickly. Service has always been super friendly and consistent, which is part of why we keep coming back. Overall, it is a dependable spot with good food, good drinks, and a lively atmosphere.

Happened to walk into this interesting food court, The Grange. Among various different food stands…read morein this food court, I was most impressed by the longest line-up of Helena's Magic Kitchen. In spite of its long line-up, the serving speed was fast and efficient. Menu is simple. Food is appetisingly visible. Thus easy to order. I quickly searched their popular items with my phone, and decided that I should try Sheppard's pie. But it sold out just in front of me.... it was still 12:30! Oh NO! Now I had to choose alternate main dish very quickly, and this Stuffed Chicken Breast caught my eye... and ordered. I made it Combo of $10.75 (one main, one warm side, two cold sides). As a side, I initially wanted pierogies (which also has a good reputation) as a warm side dish, but I accidentally chose potato pancake which irresistibly looked so good (with sour cream) today, which made me ineligible for getting pierogies. Next time! For the two cold sides, I chose potato salad and barley salad. The spinach stuffed chicken breast was very impressive and I loved it! The round football shape and the size was 1.5 x my fist. The spinach stuffing inside was plenty, flavourful and super savoury, but not greasy. It was wrapped by thin, yet juicy tender chicken breast. Ask for mushroom gravy for this, as the flavor perfects it. The potato pancake was thick, super crispy outside, and tender & chewy inside. Juicy. Cooked/tasted fresh. Although it is a bit greasy side, I thought I can come back to buy this one alone - as it is filling and addictive. The two cold sides were good, not outstanding but good companion for the heavier main. Next time, I want to come earlier to try Sheppard's pie. Also want to try their pierogies - I could not order it today as I was so attracted by the potato pancake, which disqualified me from adding it in today's lunch combo lol. $10.75 combo with this quality and volume is blessing! Thus star 5.

Amazing price and healthy food. There are definitely tastier places but the price can't be beat for…read morethe quality of food

Another great service at the wren - shared the guac and chips & the chopped cheese with fries…read more Both came out super fresh and flavourful. Ordered several craft beers on tap & the two gents tending bar were great conversation without being annoyed we were chatty (here ahead of a concert at the Danforth) If you haven't had their food, or been in for a beer or cocktail, do yourself a favour and go. No reservations & the special will sell out fast! So get in if you see one on their instagram you want to try. You won't be let down!

Very busy place; you get mixed service from staff as your server is not your server. Very niche…read morelocal spot. Best thing about it was variety of beer on tap. Food is a hit n miss too, someone from our group got ill from the food. It is dimly lit which is good, clean washroom. But our trip was soured by poor service. Management needs to look at the customer service aspect as you get mixed service. Price is avg, not overly expensive, just middle of the line pricing.