What a beautiful, artisanal sandwich. Such care and attention go into each individual ingredient…read moreyou can't help but love it! It's deserving of the hype that it receives! It's filling but everything is so delicious. I ordered it via Uber so I can't comment on the ambiance; however, it's still on my list of places to go. My kids tried parts of the sandwich but it really didn't interest them, therefore, wouldn't recommend going with young kids. But adult palates are in for a treat. Worth a visit, worth the hype.

The sandwich is genuinely excellent. Great bread, well seasoned, generous fillings, and clearly…read moremade by people who care. No complaints on taste. The problem is everything around it. You wait in a long line, then pay $30 for a sandwich. At that price and that time cost, it stops being a casual lunch and starts competing with a proper sit down meal. It is good, but it is not $30 and 45 minutes good. Worth trying once so you can say you did. And worth coming back to if there's no line and you can split it with a friend.

Legendary chicken sandwich place in Toronto! Hahah it is larger than your face...please be prepared…read morefor the food coma or you can save another half for next day. Service is fast and efficient. Their location is basically very unexpected... but cannot miss when you see the long lineup

A legendary global sandwich. I have not had a better veal sando anywhere. This is the original and…read morebest spot crankin fresh hot veal and tomato sauce on a keyser (hard roll) sandos in the world. Full stop. You want it to be a veal parm, fine they will slap cheese on it but that's not what the lord intended when this place opened probably in the 60s or 50s or who knows. It's so good they have franchised it all over the GTA and that's how you know it's legend status. Canada does not franchise anything aside from banks and Donuts. Come to the original. Get it Hot, get a Brio soda, and take a walk dripping sauce everywhere. Lordy.

AiFam Sandwich Shop and Food Market is a family-owned Italian sandwich spot on Harbord Street that…read morefeels warm and welcoming as soon as you walk in. It blends a traditional Italian deli style with a modern downtown vibe and is known for fresh panini made with quality meats and ingredients, many imported from Italy. We tried their "Il Padrino" and "Capricciosa" panini, and both stood out with crispy fresh bread and a great balance of mortadella, prosciutto, salami, cheese, veggies, and sauces. The combination of fresh bread, curated deli meats, and flavorful sauces gives each sandwich a really nice touch. Besides sandwiches, they also carry Italian-style groceries like pasta, cheeses, desserts, and drinks, which makes the visit feel like a quick trip to a small Italian market. It's a great stop if you're looking for a simple but high-quality lunch in the Harbord Village area.

Are you hungry? Get…read moreyourself to Ai Fam sandwich shop & Italian grocery! It's on Harbord, just west of Spadina, on the north side. Take away & eat-in options! Blink and you'll miss this one! It's down some steps and features so outdoor seating as well. I was intrigued when I heard that another Italian cafe/sandwich shop opened near the Annex/Harbord Village. They have a variety of panini style sandwiches with a fridge/freezer of imported items such as frozen meals, meats, dried and spreads, sauces, cake slices and gelato! All the sandwiches sound delicious! Hard to choose! I went with the Alla Romana $16 (Prosciutto from Abruzzo Italy, Semi-dried cherry tomatoes, Balsamic glaze, Fior di Latte). The bread was crusty & warm - all quality ingredients!! The prosciutto & other topping were plentiful. Great flavours. Fresh! You can tell it was made with care. I was surprised at how big the sandwich was. It was cut in two & placed in a take away container which travelled well. The sandwich was still intact and perfect when I got home. The bread has a good crust but was soft inside to be a good compliment for the filling! I did get a piece of tiramisu & a small single serve cup of gelato from the fridge/freezer to be tried later!! I am a big fan of sandwiches with quality great & quality filling and this checks off the boxes. Staff was friendly and the sandwich is a good value given the top quality ingredients. If you've been to Italy you will appreciate inspired sandwiches & pantry items! Quite a few tables to sit down and enjoy your sandwich with a cold or hot beverage. They have a TV with the Olympics on too! The sandwich picture doesn't do it justice! Go see for yourself!! :)

Sud Forno has always been my go-to spot for a quick espresso and something sweet. Desserts are…read morealways fresh, never stale, and the coffee has that proper boldness that makes you feel like you're waking up for real. The staff here are consistently friendly, never pushy, and just seem to know how to keep things moving while still keeping it welcoming. Honestly, I don't even know what I'd complain about here. Only thing is I really wish they had panettone year-round. That's it. Otherwise, this place checks all the boxes whenever I need a reliable coffee and dessert break.

Sud Forno is an Italian bakery restaurant with a large upstairs seating area and an upstairs patio…read more I came here on a weekday afternoon for a treat. I got a small Nutella donut and the jam / pastry cream filled croissant. The pastries and pizzas here are definitely very beautiful and made with care. Unfortunately the ones I chose were very sweet. The textures were perfect though, the donut was fluffy and soft, and the croissant had perfect layers. They also have a good wine selection, fresh pastas, and more Italian prepared foods for sale. I would probably come back to try their pizzas or other savory items.

Delicious Food. Flavorful Hoagies and Great sweet potato fries! If you have any allergies or food…read moreavoidances, speak up. The owner is a nice guy and knows what he is doing.

Super, super slow! Don't come here unless you have an hour or so. They only make 2-3 sandwiches at…read morea time and they only allow about 4 people inside at a time. All others wait on the sidewalk. When I finally was allowed inside to order I attempted to order a hoagie (which is half of their menu) and only then was I informed there were no hoagies that day.! Unbelievable...I honestly would not waste my time, there are several other sandwich shops in the area without the hassle!

3.5/5 Paris Steak is…read morea casual, no frills spot. You order at the counter, receive a table number, and the staff bring your food out. They offer different cuts of steak, with the price depending on whether you choose steak and fries or steak and salad. I went with the 6 oz sirloin and salad. I asked about the difference between the sirloin and the cap steak, and was told the sirloin was the leaner option while the cap had more fat. Unfortunately, my sirloin ended up being much fattier than I expected. The steak itself was cooked well with a nice char and simple seasoning, but nearly a third of it was fat, which made it feel like poor value. The side salad was fresh and light, but the dressing was very mild and tasted mostly like oil and vinegar. I can see why this place gets attention for offering steak under $30, but personally I'd rather pay a little more for a leaner cut with less waste. Overall, it was a decent meal, but not one that left me wanting to come back.

Cute little spot in liberty village. There are lots of seats downstairs, that definitely threw my…read morehubs off when he saw two high top tables after spending a little over $100. We ordered chef's pairing and steak frites as well as two beverages (Of course both meals were ribeye steaks.) It's kind of giving fast food because you order your food when you walk in at the counter then you can go sit and they bring it to you. The woman who brought our food to us very nice but again it's a fend for yourself type of vibe.

We enjoyed an excellent meal at Cumbraes today. We suggest a sign telling us to order and pay…read morebefore sitting down. . Patrick was attentive, not intrusive, just spot on. Hope he is there when we return. Carole Mann

*** Buyer Beware *** I buy roast chickens a lot - and…read morerecently I bought my first roast chicken from the high end butcher #Cumbraes (Bayview). It was truly excellent but the next one I bought (queen St) was pathetic. The photo says it all. This was a tiny bird that they charge a premium price for ($233.72) !. I wanted to be discreet by sending them a direct message (on X) I tried looking up their contact info (email?) and none to be found on their website. Needless to say, I am not a happy camper.

Best Club Sandwich in the big smoke. The chef slices and dices better than any restaurant I've been…read moreto in the 6. It's a quaint place but I took mine to go to enjoy the summer air. Lovely hidden gem!

Naomi is run by the most adorable couple who really love the restaurant. I only stepped into the…read morerestaurant to glance over the menu and within seconds I was making a purchase because the old happy man was too chummy to refuse. And it pains me to write this review about the bad quality of their entrees. I've been to Naomi twice. The first time I bought the Salmon bibimbap and the second time I bought the Chicken teriyaki. The pictures looked really really good so I opted for them, but both dishes were disgusting. I was really thrown off by how quickly they were able to prepare both dishes. Under 5 minutes?!?! It seemed almost too good to be true. When I opened the container and took the first bite of the meat, I fully understood why. Naomi uses canned meats. For some people, this is okay, but I really could not stand how "plastic" the chicken felt. The meats weren't even seasoned, rather covered in mediocre sauces. The teriyaki sauce wasn't even teriyaki sauce... it was a transluscent orange with a syrupy consistency. The bibimbap was also poorly done. There was no sunny side up egg, and the only veggies consisted of bland bean sprouts, overcooked carrots, and boiled spinach. Although, the "gochujang" sauce was not bad. However, my friends have all claimed that Naomi's sandwiches are extremely tasty, but after my two bad experiences, I'm probably not going to come back. TLDR: don't get any entrees. Stick with the cafe classics.