Fantastic family friendly Italian restaurant in the Kingsway! Pizza, pasta, dessert, it's all…read moregreat. Good size portions as well. Excellent spot for a family birthday. Very accommodating and friendly service too. Been here time and again.

I chose The Veranda Osteria after reading a number of very positive reviews about the food, so I…read morearrived with fairly high expectations. Unfortunately, our experience did not live up to them. My lady and I sat on the patio, and from the beginning the service seemed disorganized. Our table was not properly set, with the cutlery out of place and no cloth napkin provided--I eventually had to get one myself. I also noticed that bread was brought to other tables shortly after guests were seated, but none was offered to us. Had I known bread was normally served, I probably would not have ordered bruschetta, especially since I had mentioned to our waitress that I was extremely hungry. We ordered water and a ginger ale initially, and later my companion ordered a glass of wine. The bruschetta took quite some time to arrive. During the wait, another server brought us meals that we had not ordered. We explained that they belonged to another table, the plates were taken back, and then another server brought those same plates to the correct customers. That added to the impression that the service was not well coordinated. When ordering my main course, I specifically asked whether I could have gnocchi with a vodka-style sauce, as I knew this was not necessarily a standard menu combination. I was told that it was absolutely possible. However, when my meal arrived, it was not what I believed I had ordered. The sauce contained meat. When I questioned this, I was told that this was how their sauce was prepared and that I should have specified that I did not want meat. This surprised me. In my experience dining at many Italian restaurants, if a sauce contains meat--particularly when a customer has specifically requested a particular sauce--I would expect that to either be clear on the menu or explained when the order is taken. A simple clarification at the time of ordering would have prevented the issue entirely. The manager later came to speak with us, and unfortunately the discussion did not improve the situation. Rather than simply acknowledging that there had been a misunderstanding in taking the order, I again felt that the responsibility was being placed on me for not specifying "no meat." I found that disappointing, especially considering the other service problems we had already experienced. Meanwhile, the glass of wine my companion ordered before our meals arrived still had not been served even when we were approximately halfway through eating. As for the gnocchi themselves, they were okay, but not exceptional. They did not seem homemade to me and had more of a mass-produced texture. I had already eaten part of the meal, and I do not believe in wasting food simply because something is not exactly as expected, so I continued eating it. My concern was never about trying to get a free meal--it was about receiving what I ordered and receiving the level of service I expected from this type of restaurant. The most disappointing part was that none of these issues individually would have ruined the evening. A missed glass of wine, forgotten bread, an improperly set table, a delayed appetizer, or even a misunderstood order can happen at any restaurant. But when several things go wrong during the same meal, what matters is how they are handled. Based on the reviews I had read, I expected a much more polished dining experience from The Veranda Osteria. Unfortunately, on this particular visit, the service was disorganized and the handling of our concerns left us disappointed. I hope management takes this as constructive feedback, because the restaurant has a lovely setting and clearly has the potential to provide a much better experience than the one we received.

Dropped in last minute for a small bite on way to see a band. Very friendly server and chill…read moremusic. Quiet with just a few tables filled but that was fine with me. Ordered chicken quesadilla.

I came here with my partner after having not stopped by for a few years, I'm disappointed at how…read moreit's changed over time. Our server didn't seem to care to be there at all, as a hospitality worker myself, it rubbed me the wrong way but I figure we all have off days. Decided not to pay it any mind. Before we order, I was asked if I knew "the system." I asked them to explain. I was told we were expected to pay BEFORE we recieved any of our order, and there would be an automatic 18% gratuity added because we were there past midnight. The gratuity I wouldn't have minded so much, but with abysmal service, I felt rather ripped off (I also work nights until 2/3am without automatic gratuity, and we were there just after midnight.) Felt like paying to be trapped with a waiter who didn't want us there until we recieved & finished our food. Paying before recieving your order, especially since this place isn't cheap, really soured the experience and really lacks respect for the patrons coming to enjoy a night out. Luckily the food was delicious. Cocktails were alright, but very overpriced. It is very nice to have somewhere to go no matter the time of day as well. The bartender was much more friendly and came to our table from another floor for last call. I would not want to see this place go as I had some great times here in the past, but really not a fan of the current business model.

Stopped by this breakfast spot and ordered the Meat Lover Scrambled Eggs. The food tasted exactly…read moreas I expected--hearty, flavorful, and a great way to start the day. Nothing overly fancy, just a satisfying breakfast done right. What really stood out was the service. The waitress was incredibly attentive and kept checking in to see if I needed a coffee refill or anything else without being intrusive. Definitely a 10/10 for customer service. The restaurant was also clean and had a comfortable, welcoming atmosphere. If you're looking for a solid breakfast with excellent service, this is a great place to visit!

To the Community Manager and Business owner:…read more I went to Eggsmart at 477 Ellesmere Rd on Aug 28 for the second time. As usual, Kriss, the store manager and her server were very welcoming. I ordered the Classic Ham Bennie, and it was excellent. I will be going back there again and try the "Breakfast on a Bun". The welcoming service made me decide to be a regular customer. My compliments to Kriss and her server: They came to my table and asked how my food was and my coffee was refilled without me calling their attention. Btw, Kriss had not seen my August 17 review which I wrote and submitted, when I had my first visit on Aug 12. Please forward my reviews to Kriss from now on. Thank you, Roly Antonio 6 Joy Dr. Scarborough

If you're looking for Eggs Benny, this is the place for you! I had the potato nest with asparagus…read moreand added the peameal bacon on the side. It's a simple diner with good portions, at a fair price and good service. What more could you ask for. I found my coffee a little strong and I like strong flavoured coffee.

I use to meet up with out of town family here quite a bit in past yrs. Unfortunately last couple…read moretimes it's not the same. The place still has wonderful old vibes but something is off. The breakfast was a little too cold & greasy. Oddly the waitress said they don't serve marble toast after a certain hour. What? What happened Hazel ? It's really too bad. I've changed our meet-up place.

A long time Beach breakfast and brunch restaurant, this pleasant eatery has a broad all day…read morebreakfast menu as well as lunch specials and fresh salads. I had an avocado eggs Benedict. My friend had a smoked salmon plate. The food came out quickly and the side salads were great. This restaurant hasn't been updated in years so it has that homey vibe with a gallery of local art and photography on display. Best of all, our waiter was attentive and added to the friendly atmosphere!

Well known cafe in Toronto's "Beach" community located on Queen St. E. Featuring a large curb side…read morepatio for the summer there's lots of space for people to maintain distance during the pandemic. Came by for breakfast one morning when my partner and I were out for a bike ride. Waitress was awesome. Super friendly and attentive; wish I remembered her name- Breakfast was delicious. Especially the potato's!!! Even the coffee was good Was a great spot to sit and enjoy one of the most beautiful summer mornings before we venture into Fall.

The shrimp linguine was delicious, my mom thought the mushroom soup was delicious. It's my birthday…read moreon April 10 but it was sweet of them to provide a complimentary dessert on them. We also ordered the creme Brule which was so delicious as well. Service was amazing, the lady who served us was very sweet.

This place is always empty when I walk by and has very mixed reviews so I had no idea what to…read moreexpect when I came here. Well I came here for brunch, and it's pretty hard to mess up eggs so I'd say it was a success. We ordered a few dishes, and the best one was by far the smoked salmon eggs benny. The hollandaise was perfect, as were the crispy home fries, and every bite I savoured. We also tried the avocado toast (quite good), cheese omelette (good but overly rich / filling for my liking) and chicken and waffles (pretty meh). Overall, it was a solid brunch spot albeit slightly pricy. I guess I'll have to come back to try out their dinner menu one day.

This is almost a weekly order for me on delivery. It comes hot and fresh. The sauce is flavourful…read morewith roasted garlic chunks, without being too heavy from creaminess. The portion isn't super large, but it's good for a lightish dinner that is still comforting. Dining in the service was friendly, but very slow and they forgot to put our order through and then forgot an item ordered as well. It's definitely a go to for delivery though or a nice patio meal. The flatbread, sweet potato fries, ravioli were all great. The waffle was very mid.

My sister and I were recently visiting Toronto, and a family member wanted to meet us for brunch…read moreone day. She suggested a regular favorite of hers: Cafe Landwer at Avenue Road and Lawrence. We were delighted with the tasty food and the good service. Croissant Benedict with scrambled eggs and turkey bacon Merguez Shakshuka Avocado Toast Landwer's Rosalach, half portion with Nutella filling I ordered a Croissant Benedict which usually comes with poached eggs on a butter croissant, avocado, and homemade hollandaise sauce. I ordered the eggs scrambled, avocado on the side, and turkey bacon as an add-on. It was served with crushed potatoes. My sister ordered the Merguez Shakshuka, consisting of beef sausage, cherry tomatoes, roasted onion, and parsley. It was served with two eggs, tahini, side salad, and challah roll. Our family member ordered Avocado Toast consisting of sourdough toast, cherry tomatoes, radish, chili flakes, hard boiled egg, and feta cheese. All of the food was delicious and filling. Though we saved room for dessert where we ordered a half portion of Landwer's Rosalach, which is freshly rolled dough filled with a creamy sweet filling of our choice and baked to order. We ordered a Nutella filling. Yum!!!! The restaurant had fun decor, and the staff were helpful. This location of Cafe Landwer is open daily from 8 AM to 10 PM. You can make reservations all day on weekdays or on weekends after 3 PM. Brunch is first come, first serve. You can make a reservation or get on the waitlist through Yelp. There is street parking nearby. They also have a "Six, Seven" bar menu on their website with special prices. You can go to the Cafe Landwer website at https://www.landwer.ca. There are five locations in Canada and yet other locations in the United States. On the website, you can find menus with lunch, dinner, happy hour, dessert, and kids' options. You can also find another place to make reservations, gift card information, rewards program, catering, private dining, and online ordering. You can find more about their rewards program at https://www.landwer.ca/landwers-rewards in which you can earn "beans" to be redeemed for free coffee, desserts, and dishes. My sister and I agreed that we'd both visit again in the future with family (or on our own) as we enjoyed it!

Figs serves breakfast the way it should be--big plates, done right. The eggs Benedict come with a…read morelemon-forward hollandaise that cuts through the richness without drowning the dish. Hash browns and home fries hit the table crisp and hot. The neighborhood's a little rough, but inside you'll find a warm crew. Staff are quick with a smile, and the owner sets the tone. I even watched them bring food to someone living on the street outside. That tells you everything you need to know. If you're hungry and want breakfast that actually fills you up, Figs is worth the trip.

Great affordable brunch spot on the east end! The portions were huge. The eggs Benedict came with…read morethree eggs instead of the usual two, and it included hash browns and shredded potato patties! Servers were nice and efficient, they came around with free coffee refills. Our food came very quickly which was appreciated! I got the classic eggs Benedict with coffee. They accept cash or debit only.