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    Mama's Tofu

    4.7 (34 reviews)
    InexpensiveVietnamese, Vegan
    Open 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    MAMA'S TOFU ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids

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    Bún riêu - rice vermicelli in a clear tomato broth with bean sprouts, imitation meats, and tofu.
    Jennifer H.

    Food: My parents enjoy the food from here, especially, the vegetarian bún riêu and the bún bò Huế. As mentioned by other patrons here, the dishes are fragrant and flavourful. I like the number of toppings included in each noodle dish. Service & atmosphere: We mainly come here for take-out. Pricing: Great value for the portion size you are getting, each noodle dish is between $7-8.

    Michelle D.

    Mama's Tofu has a variety of vegetarian and Vietnamese dishes that are super delicious and flavourful. If you don't want to get their sweet or savoury dishes, you can buy their great fried white tofu ($1/pc, $4/5pcs, $5.75/8pcs) to add to one of your own dishes! I recommend their spring rolls, tofu (both white and with mushroom), and shrimp tofu. Haven't tried the rest yet but will the next time I return!

    Mama's Pho (house special) with fresh toppings.
    Jeffrey C.

    I found this all vegan place by accident a couple of years ago, and have been coming regularly ever since. Despite the fact there are only a few tables (and of course, take out only currently with COVID-19), I fell madly in love with their house special "Mama's Pho" (the #1 on the menu). It is without a doubt one of my all time most delicious favourite meals. A huge nice and warm portion of the most delicious textured rice noodles, bathing in delicious fragrant broth, topped with crunchy white fungus, a fantastic array of tofu with sliced veggie "beef" and mouthwatering crispy "chicken" strips. And all the pho selections come with a brimming side plate of fresh crisp beansprouts, a sprig of Thai basil, culantro leaves, and a hot chilli pepper to add. Even though this meal is more than filling (and all very inexpensive), it's hard not to leave without a selection from their constantly refilled hot table including amazing sausage-like beancurd sheet rolls, to-die-for beancurd sheet bbq "cutlets", tantalizing "shrimp" the size of drumsticks in delicious red sauce, a variety of tofus, noodles, and spring rolls. My only regret is they seem to have stopped making their own absolutely delicious black chilli sauce condiment. When I first tried it, it was spicy but not "blow-your-head-off" and had a sort of smoky taste to it. It was addictive. So tasty! Unfortunately no debit cards accepted, but still highly recommended. You'll be coming back to Mama's Tofu.

    Jenny T.

    Tried the following items below. Would definitely buy them again within a month. 1. 4/5 Mock duck (tofu stuffed with mushrooms and wrapped in bean curd sheet then pan fried) accompanied with sweetened soy sauce dip 2. 4.5/5 Shrimp tofu (rolled bean curd sheets in a mild tomatoey sweet & sour sauce ($2.50 each or $4.50 for 2) 3. 5/5 chicken tofu (like Vietnamese lemongrass chicken ($2.50 each or $4.50 for 2) 4. 3.5/5 Bitter gourd stuffed with extra firm tofu in a sweet & salty sauce 5. Che chuoi - Vietnamese dessert of bananas, cassava, tapioca in various forms in a sweetened coconut milk ($2.50 each) 6. Pandan flavoured Agar agar jelly with beautiful flowers (individual portions $4.50 each)

    Dchn D.

    omg stumbled into this place while checking for vegetarian options .. i wasn't disappointed al all . the ladies were so helpful and there is a small seating area. It can get busy specially during closing time. we order bun bo hue. small plates of lemongrass tofu and sauteed tofu its was so good and so flavourful. So willing to come back to try more food. They have vietnamese desserts in small containers it seemed to be flying off their shelves.

    Vegetarian bun bo hue
    Shirley D.

    Seriously a hidden gem in North York! This place is a small Vietnamese vegetarian restaurant/takeout/counter. I walked by it a few times and didn't think much of it but always wanted to try. My boyfriend and I finally decided to take a try at it and we ordered off the menu on the wall. I ordered the bun bo hue,and he ordered the bun rieu. Both noodle dishes were spot on and you really would not think the whole dish is vegetarian. I have no clue what they use to substitute the pork and other meat but it is darn delicious. I know vegetarian mock meat, a lot of it is soy based. I wanted to ask the lady that worked there, but never got to it. Another thing about both of their noodle dishes was, I felt hungry after an hour! (It's super light food) I decided to also grab some of the banh xu xe, these green soap-like pillow looking cakes that have mung bean filling and a tapioca exterior. Think of it as a chewy, glutinous/jelly-ish like dessert. It's a little hard to explain...so just take one and try for yourself! I think it was 4 for 2 dollars...but anyways it was cheap! I highly recommend any vegetarians out there to give this place a shot. It's worth the trip. Oh and remember! As most Vietnamese restaurants are, it's cash only!

    Kerr N.

    The service is nothing but friendly which makes me always want to come back. I work in the area so coming by for lunch breaks are frequent. They offer a variety of different tofus. They are a Vietnamese vegetarian restaurant while they have their already cooked meals in the front for you to order, there is also a menu where they'll freshly cook it for you to either dine in or take out. The banh gio is good. I always come by for that especially for just $2. Sadly they ran out yesterday :( I ended up getting spring rolls (4 for $1) two different types of tofu on a bed of rice and sour soup on the side! She always hooks it up, and the food is good I highly recommended mamas tofu

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    I've been going to this spot since 2018, I enjoy their pho and their selection of take-out!

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    Great vegan option so delicious we stuff our faces! I don't know how they do it! It's our new go to restaurant!

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    I go there all the time to buy some unpackaged fresh tofu and perhaps get a treat for myself some their amazing cooked items while at it.

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    Tried the tofu chicken and shrimp it was awesome!

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    Best Vegan Vietnamese in GTA. Every time I'm in the area I stop in and indulge in the huge hot table selection and dessert.

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    Karine's

    4.2(282 reviews)
    10.0 kmDowntown Core
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    I was so surprised by this place. The food was incredible, the people at the front were so nice and…read morefriendly. The only thing is the venue is an open food court which tends to be chilly during the winter. They gave me an extra tart to share with my gf which was really cute. The food platter was sooo good; French toast was super well done, fluffy and full of flavour. Highly recommend

    I called a week ago to find out whether Karine's had holiday hours and worked my next visit around…read moreit. Previously, I had gone by myself and was so impressed, I took not just my family but invited my cousins and their families. Each family took turns ordering and they invited us to sit anywhere in the food court. In fact, the nice lady helped us move some tables so that we could sit together. Believe me, the tables weren't light. The meals came to us on a cart in the order the we ordered them. We didn't have to wait long. They made sure we had everything we needed, hot sauce, ketchup, syrup, napkins and cutlery. Everybody was surprised at the quality of the food and how upscale everything was. We got to use real forks, plates, etc. No one left hungry. As we were talking and enjoying our food, they came to us and presented us with a plate of cookies and other desserts that we weren't expecting, the kids loved it. The adults appreciated it. We appreciate Karine's and love everything about it. For the amount of food, it was GREAT value. This restaurant cares and I think we've found our new holiday tradition. Thank you! https://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g155019-d1181805-r1044134504-Karine_s-Toronto_Ontario.html#

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    Karine's - Fresh green salad to go with my egg white omelette.

    Fresh green salad to go with my egg white omelette.

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    Cafe Landwer - Sinia Shakshuka - super flavorful! IG - @bilalandjesseatfood

    Cafe Landwer

    4.2(700 reviews)
    10.7 kmFinancial District, Downtown Core
    $$

    Delicious food , nice service, friendly atmosphere . Clean…read morearea. Very delicious and fresh cold drink.

    It was my first time at this downtown Landwer's location, and it was strikingly similar to the…read moreNorth Toronto location (same relaxed service, same menu, same shortage of washroom stalls). Some reviewers complained about the loudness, but, compared to many other downtown locations, Landwers was a medium level of noise, and we were able to converse. It was not excessively busy, but if you are set on eating here, then make a reservation. I finally tried the Sinia Kebab, and it was tremendously good! It was also huge, and I had to take half of it home with me. The focaccia bread is excellent, and serves as a sort of bowl for this deconstructed kebab. My husband had his usual Cobb Salad, which he thinks is particularly well done at Landwer's. Our other dining companion had schnitzel, which came with some angel hair pasta. He enjoyed it very much. Service is, as I said above, "relaxed". If you are planning to see a concert or show afterwards, then plan ample time to allow the relaxed service to unfold (a.k.a this is not fast food!!) We had a 6:00 reservation, and we were able to make our 7:30 concert time with about 10 minutes to spare. The University location is conveniently located near Thompson Hall, the subway, and Union Station (Via Rail and Go).

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    Cafe Landwer - Salmon Salad! IG - @bilalandjesseatfood

    Salmon Salad! IG - @bilalandjesseatfood

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    Pai Northern Thai Kitchen - Panang

    Pai Northern Thai Kitchen

    4.4(3.9k reviews)
    10.5 kmEntertainment District, Downtown Core
    $$

    P2 Thai Chicken Wings - The chicken wings were okay, quite fragrant…read more P3 Chef Nuit's Pad Thai - The stir-fried noodles were on the sour side, not highly recommended. P4 Pad Gra Prow - The best dish! We chose mild spicy, which wasn't spicy at all. P5 Khao Soi - Golden noodles, very delicious, the coconut milk flavor permeated the noodles, and the meat was quite tender. P6 Pad See Ew - It tasted like wide rice noodles, delicious! We chose beef and extra shrimp. P7 Coconut Sorbet - Coconut milk ice cream, not bad, a little too sweet, and had a little bit of coconut meat. Mango Sticky Rice - The mango sticky rice was average, nothing particularly delicious. P8 Thai Iced Tea - A little sweet and a little too sweet. Fresh Coconut Water - Very refreshing and fresh coconut water. Compared to other Thai restaurants in Toronto, this one was the best!

    Started off with the shrimp chips, which were incredibly crispy and flavorful, the portion was…read moregenerous and great for sharing. For the main course, the beef pad see ew arrived piping hot; although it was a little on the saltier side, the flavor was amazing, and I loved the chili oil on the side. The highlight of the meal was the mango sticky rice. They nailed the mango-to-rice ratio, which is something many places that have this dessert struggle with. Service was super attentive and friendly throughout the evening.

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    Hawker - God's work

    Hawker

    4.7(59 reviews)
    9.0 kmKensington Market

    I arrived just before 2pm on a Saturday looking forward to a place I had a previous wonderful…read moreexperience. I ordered the signature smoke. It arrived and took a bite. I was surprised by the taste of fennel and a complete lack of smokiness. I proceeded to finish and ask about the fennel. I was informed this was in the smoked dates. It was suggested that somehow I had a great plate to have discovered this, fennel was the dominant flavour, not subtle. Would try again in the hopes the signature smoke is both of those.

    I made reservations and was genuinely excited to support this vegan restaurant. The space feels…read moreintimate and comfortable, with beautiful touches like fabric draping and dried herbs and flowers hanging from the ceiling. Alex, one of the owners, introduced himself shortly after we were seated, offering a warm welcome that immediately made us feel at home. The cocktail program is creative, with a thoughtful lineup of drinks, beers, and wines. We tried two cocktails--both delicious, though quite small for the price. A bit of a Toronto theme, it seems. We chose the six-course vegan prix fixe. Each plate was a true piece of art, crafted with precision and intention. You get to experience a range of flavors and techniques, though the dishes lean more toward tasting portions than filling plates. We left a bit hungry, and the pricing felt high for the amount of food. The best way to think of it is as investing in edible art--beautiful, expressive, and memorable, though not necessarily hearty. I'm not sure I'd rush back based on value alone, but I'm genuinely happy to see a vegan restaurant like this thriving. Grateful for the chance to experience it.

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    Open concept kitchen

    Hawker - EARTH oyster mushrooms, smoked corn broth, sesame

    EARTH oyster mushrooms, smoked corn broth, sesame

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    Evviva Breakfast & Lunch - French toast

    Evviva Breakfast & Lunch

    3.8(495 reviews)
    11.3 km
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    I concur with Weiqi's 4-star review of this tourist spot right near all Toronto's big attractions…read more For tourists, this is as good as it gets! Food was top notch. No complaints at all. If you crave diner food from back in your home town, this would be recommended by me in the area. Atmosphere and service a commensurate for a higher end place that you would expect from a large city restaurant with bold and bright interior including views onto some interesting walkways and roads as well as great service from friendly staff. They look ready to handle large volumes so don't be put off if they are busy with crowds in this area, they got you!

    While the wait staff was friendly and helpful and the place itself was super cute, the vegan…read morebreakfast I got left a lot to be desired. I got the traditional Benedict and was excited about the vegan sunny side up eggs. The photo on the menu was clearly of a non-vegan version bc as soon as I got my dish I knew it wasn't going to be good. Not only was there very little hollandaise, but it had no flavor at all. Neither did the eggs. It's like they figured out how to get the look and texture but gave up there. I couldn't eat them. And the bacon was also awful. It smelled like a bag of dog treats. I've had phenomenal vegan bacon at many places but whatever this was, was not good at all. Overall, it was very expensive and very disappointing.

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