Huge selection of kitchen items at huge clearance prices…read more It's a frenzy shopping experience with people buying everything they think they're going to use! I find many things are one off use aka use it once a year because it is such a speciality item Still, lots of deals so shop away!

First thing first I wouldn't recommend coming to this place by TTC as its in an area that even…read moregoogle map hasn't figured out to reach (it tells you to take the GO Transit and a weird combo of buses to get there from downtown core) as its in a industrial area of sorts. This place is more inline with whatever is left over or returned from the stores as its just aisle after aisle of racks with things stacked all over. As expected from a nofrills location there is hardly any help. Just pick what you find and then wait in the long long line. All this wouldn't matter if the prices were worth the trek but alas if you follow the promos from their normal stores I would say you will pay pretty much what you pay here give or take 2-3% discount. Their no returns policy is also a bummer which makes me want to not visit this place again. I would recommend it to the folks who are setting a kitchen up from a scratch and can't wait for the deals on a weekly basis as otherwise I don't see a point of coming here. 2.5 stars with the 0.5 star thrown on for the freebee coupon of 25% off any purchase at thir normal stores.

This place has been here for decades on Spadina Ave. and I still love discovering surprising finds!…read moreI needed a small dish to put two condiments in and they had several options. Finally decided on this beautiful yin and yang style! The place is usually busy but we were lucky it was quiet on this Saturday morning. This place is a real Toronto treasure in Chinatown!

Basically, they have everything you could possibly need in your kitchen, from Vitamixes to bamboo…read moresteamers to eating and cooking utensils, dishes, glassware, etc. The aisles are on the narrow side, and the shelves are jam-packed. Ask for assistance from one of the many employees if there's something you can't reach on a shelf. Don't forget to show your George Brown College student ID card for a discount.

Great modern styles for very affordable prices!…read more This is the go to furniture shop for anyone who is looking for modern pieces at a cheap price. With cheap prices however, you can expect to see lower quality items. However, this is not to say that the items are not good for your home! This Structube is definitely one of the bigger ones. Clean space, lots of furniture options to look at. They also have a sale section in their back room where you can buy the floor pieces. Staff don't really make initiative to talk to you, which I quite enjoy since I just like to browse on my own. I haven't purchased anything from this store yet so not sure how the customer service really is but enjoy walking through the store for inspo! Definitely a great place for first time home owners or if you're looking for modern pieces at a fraction of the price.

After a long search, we finally found our dining room table and chairs. This location is…read moredefinitely bigger than others, so the showrooms have more on display. We didn't get a round table, which was our preference, but the rectangle seemed to work. We had to wait for the table and chairs to come in (placed a pre-order). The second time around, we were asked to pay upfront, but I explained we didn't have to do it for the table, so they didn't push with the chair purchases. I received a text message when the items came in stock, and pick-up was a breeze (behind the building).

Solutions definitely has an extensive variety of products to organize your home or office. I like…read moremany of their items, but man, they're costly! I'll only shop here during promotions, or if I have a coupon. This is the largest location I've been to, so I was surprised they were sold out of hanging suit bags. It's been a few weeks, and they still haven't restocked these items. I actually ended up going to another location that was smaller, but had what I was looking for. Tips: Sign up for their email alerts, and call ahead if you're looking for a specific item.

I love this store! I got a purple basket for work to house my mouse, snacks, VOIP phone, and such…read more It has a handle, which is convenient. I also got a square plastic container that also has a spout. You can opt to add flour or sugar into the container and pour it out through the spout. Items there are clever! The store is clean and organized (of course!). I can spend hours there. I also got a cloud-shaped USB hub that was also on sale. The store does have sales. You just need to be patient and look for them.

I love this HomeSense location; the store is rather big and it always has a great selection of…read moreseasonal decorations, glassware, plates, serving plates, bowls and spoons; home decorations, bath and kitchen essentials, artworks, mirrors, photo frames, cushions, furniture, etc. It will never disappoint, whether you're buying a gift or for yourself, you can find something interesting to buy.

Of all the places we went to in Toronto, of all the things we saw... HomeSense was a favorite. I…read moremean, come on, the Canadian cousin of HomeGoods/Marshalls/TJMaxx? How could I NOT go into this store!? Looks-wise it's just like the standard HomeGoods we're used to in the States... except its bigger and better. And really roomy. Sometimes these types of stores are so packed you can barely move around - not this location. Set in a lower level/basement like space it felt modern and comfortable. Walking in - I instantly wished I had brought an extra duffle bag. Between the aisles of pillows, the kitchen/dining section, and the picture frames - I was in heaven. Fortunately for Hubs they also have tons of furniture, so he was able to find a {super cute} chair up front to relax in while I wandered. B/c my luggage could not accommodate all that I had seen I settled on a really beautiful picture frame to commemorate our visit to Toronto. Check out was super easy - seeing as how they had several cashiers available. And my frame, after $$ conversion was only $7. Yay for HomeSense!

Why NEVER to buy an appliance from Home Depot !!…read more We recently purchased an LG washer and dryer set from the Home Depot on Ellesmere Road in Toronto. We wanted an GE profile which has features such as "deep fill" for the water level, but were told that this model is not available in Canada due to the trade war. Fine. we were sold an LG set washer model WT6105CM as being it's equivalent. It certainly is NOT ! The settings include "deep fill" but only allows a corresponding setting of "deep wash" (not normal or delicate, etc.). there is no soaking feature... After we ruined, a large load of delicate items turned into rags, we were explained to never use deep wash as this setting is very abrasive and intended for the washing of construction clothing and the like. Returning to the Home Depot with the damaged clothing, we were told that we only had 24 hours to return the appliances (never previously alerted to...) An LG technician who was dispatched several weeks later after we had made a half dozen visits to Home Depot to get the issue resolved, explained that the "deep wash" on this model is a "never to be used setting other than for construction level dirt cleaning" he also disclosed that he buys all his appliances from Costco, which has a 90 day return policy (including for appliances) versus Home Depot's ridiculous 24 hours. The technician was very sympathetic to the issue. We had with these enforced settings and took photos of the ruined clothes. We continue to turn our towels and sheets into shreds when setting a deeper water level. The LG dryer DLE 6100 M also has default settings likely designed by a man... At dry level "normal" say for bath towels, it restricts the temperature to "medium heat" and won't allow the "high heat" setting so you have to run it TWICE! !A Home Depot supervisor suggested [after the fact) to only buy machines with basic settings that are all owner controlled . After months of frustration, wasted time and effort trying to deal with different departments and "managers" at both Home Depot and LG we have received ZERO satisfaction, nor compensation for damages caused by 1. the failure to disclose that it is not compatible with the GE profile model and 2. A policy requiring the consumer to return major appliances within 24 hours of purchase in contrast to 90 day return policies at stores such as Costco . YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED !

I needed a connector pipe for my washroom and The staff was really kind, helpful, both with help to…read morefind the section. A sales associate took time to understand my needs and recommended the size and the product. The whole process took about 5 mins. It wasn't crowded at all and I did go pretty late. This Home Depot is quite big and offers great product range across all price ranges - staff is also helpful with checkouts and price matches

Cloudy with a chance of meatballs!…read more We visited IKEA on a dreary day, in time for Thursday's 50% off main dish special. We found all types of meatballs. There were the plates of regular Swedish meatballs ($4.50), plant balls or falafel balls ($4), chicken balls or cod balls ($5) plus salmon fillet ($6). Incredibly affordable. Tikka masala with chicken balls was reminiscent of butter chicken although some rice was dry. Cod balls were served with tartar sauce and fries akin to fish n' chips. Then the Swedish meatballs with peas, mash potatoes and lingonberry jam just works in a sweet savoury mix. This meal didn't have to blow our mind, as we could have 3 plates for the price of one elsewhere! This IKEA location is generally a pleasant spot for a visit whether it be to find home furnitures, handy household items or food. It's a standard huge location with aboveground parking, and is situated off of Hwy 7 and Hwy 400. It's generally well-stocked and is packed throughout the day. The selection is still great for everything from kitchenware to lighting to beddings. It's nice to see that IKEA has maintained a budget-friendly selection including items under $5 for folks riding through a tough economic period. Skip it or hit it? Just realized how many people are hitting IKEA for a good meal.

I was provided with a service appointment date of June 3, with an expected arrival window between…read more8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. for a Taskrabbit assembler named Abby to complete the assembly of my IKEA furniture. When Abby did not arrive within the scheduled timeframe, I contacted him directly and was given information that conflicted with the appointment details I had received. I then contacted IKEA, through whom the assembly service had been arranged. After navigating multiple automated prompts and speaking with customer service representatives, the assembly was rescheduled for the same day at 3:00 p.m. Unfortunately, 3:00 p.m. came and went without Abby arriving. At approximately 3:30 p.m., attempts to contact him were unsuccessful, as he did not answer his phone. Despite spending the better part of an entire day communicating with IKEA's chatbot, AI support systems, several customer service representatives, Taskrabbit, and the assigned assembler, the task that had been paid for was never completed. While the IKEA customer service representatives I spoke with were courteous and genuinely tried to assist, neither IKEA, Taskrabbit, nor the assigned Tasker were ultimately able to resolve the issue or fulfill the service commitment. To date, I have never received a follow-up explanation from Abby regarding the missed appointment. As a result of this experience, I cannot recommend either IKEA's assembly service or Taskrabbit unless customers are confident they can assemble the furniture themselves or have an alternative arrangement in place. When problems arise, there appears to be a lack of accountability and communication, leaving customers without answers and wasting valuable time. This experience was extremely disappointing and has significantly impacted my confidence in both companies. Going forward, I will be taking my business to other flat-pack furniture retailers and would not recommend Taskrabbit based on my experience.

I had an amazing experience with a purchasing of a kitchen table at 1270 Caledonia road…read more Dhouha was very patient due to the arrangements that I had to make with the person in charge with the container, while in the store, as the table will be shipped overseas. After all, Dhouha was able to apply for a discount, as it was the last table, and it was accepted. I am very happy with this purchase and the professionalism of Dhouha.

Went in a few weeks ago to re-furnish our home. I've dealt with their main brand in Montreal…read moreMadison Corbeil which was always wonderful, it's a shame this site isn't even close to the same standards. We were the only people in the store, made eye contact with 6-7 staff, yet no one greeted us, offered help or even checked in as we did find many pieces we wanted. After an hour we gave up and left only to give another business our sale. The worst part is I told their head office about this dreadful experience and they didn't even reply. Do not shop here if you like be treated like a peasant. Run, don't walk but run away as there are so many businesses that actually want and deserve your hard earned money. It gets one star because you can't leave zero stars