For family gatherings, you need a place that has a little something for everyone, and Morgan's on the Danforth met our needs! They had a summerlicious menu With lots of options but I ordered their fried chicken because they were featured on blogTO as having the best in the East end, so I had to try it! It wasn't too bad, not the best!! My cousin's wife found it a little dry. Overall the staff were friendly, and we had a fun time catching up!! read more

Great neighbourhood restaurant. I came here for brunch with friends and small kids. The staff were very accommodating and the food was great. It came out quickly was delicious. The soups are also really good. A few years ago, this restaurant was at the Soupalicious festival (http://www.soupalicious.ca/) but I haven't seen them recently. Keep up the great work. read more

Great surprise walking the danforth. Good appetizers and main was terrific. Amazing ambiance - nice relaxed service. Food is way above cost. Nice place worth the walk read more

I don't think I will be back anytime soon. Seems like a nice place for locals to go when they want to enjoy a pub atmosphere while their kids enjoy safe, plain food and they can indulge in a steak or other hard-to-screw-up food. I can see why that would work and why on a Monday night, the place is crawling with kids. As an empty nester, I'm feeling like I've done my share of dinners in romper rooms, so we pick a place on the patio. Fries were quite possibly the worst I've ever had. Incredibly dark brown, extremely soggy and limp, yet still somehow undercooked on the inside. If I was in a different mood I may have sent them back. But stupidly, I eat them all, ironically using mayo to disguise the greasy taste. Salads were okay. Quinoa burger didn't hold together and was very bland. Bun was unattractive and very plain. Beer was flat. read more

Very bland fried chicken that was dry and needed salt. Fries had been sitting out a couple hours. Really nice server. He was friendly and totally quick. The place is nice looking. read more

Just finished my second visit at Morgan's and i LOVED it both times. The first time we had a cheese platter to start, which was fabulous. The menu choices were interesting . We had the scallops appetizer, salad and a burger, which was the best burger every.... The beer menu has some nice choices and of course indulged on the the Blache du Chamblay on tap, which is rare to find in the city. The staff was very friendly and attentive. Meal and staff made the experience pleasant which was why we returned with more friends who live on the Danforth for our second visit. Morgan's again did not disappoint the second time, so not sure what the big fuss was all about with one customers comments??? Our second meal started with the soup-- which was yummy, the corn and squash chowder. We were so lucky the chef made extra as it had sold out, but they were able to find us some.... and it was so worth the wait, especially on a cool fall evening. Since the burgers were had the last time, they were a must again the second time and were delicious again!! The pear and bier sandwich was very tasty and made a nice option for vegetarians. An appetizer of shrimp and chorizo was ordered from a late joiner to out dinner party and it smelled amazing..... and WAS amazing. We were thanked by the owner which was a nice touch, but certainly is not expected...... A wonderful experience both times and we will be back again for sure! read more

A very tiny restaurant along a very busy street. If you can get in, it's a pretty good place to eat. They have a nice selection of offerings and some standard meals with a twist. Usually here for brunch. Delicious but busy. Service sometimes suffers because of it. read more

I've been to Morgan's about 5 or 6 times, and every time I've had a great experience. They have an interesting and rotating selection of beers, with a few permanent ones (no reason to ever permanently remove Guinness!), and a good mix of local brews and brews from afar. The service is top-notch: friendly, helpful, cheerful, kind. The gent behind the bar has an old school touch, whipping up fancy cocktails and bantering with the customers. Their food is very good. I've tried the fried chicken, the burgers, wings, and mussels, and all are excellently prepared. The fried chicken is something they're known for, and it doesn't disappoint. I've seen people request substitutions, and each time the staff were happy to accommodate. The place is dimly lit, with chill music playing quietly (jazz, indie, lounge, etc). There are tables, booths, and bar seating, and the place has character. I don't like to give out 5-star ratings too easily, but I can't think of a single reason to knock a star off:) A great place to go for a meal or for drinks. read more

Wanted to try winterlicious lunch today. Sat down and was rejected for the special menu as the waitress said IT IS FOR RESERVATION ONLY. I tried out so many licious restaurants before and this was the worst policy ever. Will never go back as the restaurant don't even offer online reservation :( read more

Great atmosphere, friendly and very accommodating staff, good food, and knowledgeable bartender make this a great place to hang out. Hoisin Chili Chicken Wings and Smoked Old Fashioned... mmmmmmmmm... read more

I went Morgan's on the Danforth for Summerlicious, and the menu was just delicious. To start, I had a maple manhattan, which was served with a lemon foam on top. That drink was so good, the perfect blend of sweet and acid. I chose a smokey tomato soup for an appetizer, which was nicely smoked. The main course was fried chicken that was perfectly juicy although not super crispy on the outside but still very tasty. It was served with cornbread, sauteed red chard, and a delicious Sriracha honey dipping sauce. I'm not a fan of dipping sauce, but that was an outstanding combo of sweet and spicy. For dessert, I had a burnt sugar bundino (a sort of custardy pudding), which was nice if a little bland. The coffee I had with my dessert was also very nice. That will definitely be a place I will suggest to out-of-town guests or when someone asks the dreaded, "Where should we go eat?" read more

A hidden gem on the Danforth! We wandered into here randomly looking for a nice dinner late on a Friday night and we were pleasantly surprised! The food was great, fresh and homemade, and the service was also excellent. We shared the beet salad which was well flavoured but had shredded beets rather than sliced (I prefer the texture of sliced so personally would not order this again). I had the turkey meatball spaghettini which was perfect! My friend had the buttermilk chicken which was actually excellent - the best I've found in Toronto. The jalapeno cornbread was also excellent - so fresh you could see corn kernels in it. Everything was made in house. We had a male bartender/server (with a beard and French speaking ... do not know his name) and he was outstanding. Very helpful w recommendations and accommodating when I requested extra pasta sauce late into the meal. Even the vibe was pleasant - there were a few other patrons at the bar and the vibe was friendly and surprisingly intellectual w a number of fun and lively debates going on. Really enjoyed our meal there and will definitely go again! read more

Another great meal at Morgan's. This is our neighborhood go-to-pub and they have consistently delivered. Tonight we sat at the bar and enjoyed some pints along with fish and chips - good pub food. Fish was lightly breaded and nice piece of fish, served up with some crunchy fries. Great meal and as always, friendly efficient service. read more

This review is based on my latest visit. My first two visits were decent but really had a damper put on them by the server (the same person in both cases) who had the bizarre habit of telling me how much she disliked the items I had ordered as she delivered them to the table. I don't mind some feedback on menu items but it would be more useful to give before it's too late to order something else, no? On this particular visit that server was no where to be seen thankfully. The server we had was lovely and friendly, as was the owner Kevin. We clearly weren't in a healthy eating mood that day, so we ordered: Spicy calamari - this was spicy, crispy, and delicious! Would definitely order it again. Fried chicken - this was a super generous three-piece portion (not sure if that's how it always comes but that's what I got). The texture of the coating was nice, crispy and not-too-greasy, but flavour-wise it needed some herbs/spices. The braised kale with bacon that came on the side was fab. The cornbread I thought was just okay. Fish and chips - my husband ordered this; he felt the fish was a bit dry. It did come with a super generous portion of well-prepared fries though. I do agree that the pricing is a little on the high side given the restaurant's location and the simplicity of the menu items. On the other hand the portions are generous and the food is definitely better than many of the other offerings in the vicinity, but I just couldn't justify making a weekly trip there. We also tried a couple of their cocktails: Manhattan - which was good and strong The Honeycomb - prepared with house-made honeycomb infused vodka with an orange twist, this was very easy to drink. Dangerous! Glad to see a restaurant in this neighbourhood branching out from just serving beer (even if it is the craft kind). Will definitely return from time to time. read more

I've been to Morgan's twice so far and both times have been great. Once for drinks and once for dinner. The night I went for dinner had a great Squash soup and a tasty Burger. Note that there menu has alot of hearty meal offerings and you don't need to go with a burger. Food although pricey was very tasty. its definately worth paying alittle more for a great meal. Drinks were reasonably priced and they have had drink specials each time I've been there. Good selection of beers. I'll definately be back again. read more

Walked in Monday Night w/o RSVP. They we're busy but still had a couple of tables available & patio setting. I felt like they could have used another server for more of a smooth service but they did great. Will definitely be going back fir more. read more

Morgan's On the Danforth - Gastropubs Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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this is a really nice place to relax the atmosphere is chill and the food that I tried really good and sensibly priced I am going to become a "regular" read more

The complete dining experience was great ! Staff were delighted to be part of the experience and requests were attending to without delay. Atmosphere that included local artists work and original design left me in a great mood. Can't wait for next time. read more

Since Chef Anne left, so have I. Her fried chicken was the best! Alas, all good things come to an end.

Solid choice for a more upscale gastro pub on the the Danforth. Beer selection is great - lots of local brews. Food is pretty good and there's lots of choice for picky eaters. Service is very good. read more

Tried this place for the first time last Friday night. Place was busy but they were able to seat us quickly. Nice ambiance. I was hopeful. Unfortunately, the fried chicken was dry and tasteless -- at least the one piece I was able to eat. I couldn't eat the other as it was pink and undercooked on the inside. The server was quick to take that one away and bring me another. This was even more red on the inside. Gross. I lost my appetite. The server apologized and told me they'd take it off the bill. That would've been the end of it but then the other lady (maybe a manager) told me that the chef explained it was a blood vessel that runs through that piece. That doesn't explain the raw flesh around it. I was not impressed that she was trying to make it seem like I was too picky. I told her I am an experienced home cook and would never serve pink chicken to my guests. Not cool. read more

Seriously YUM! Went on Monday night (1/2 price wine!) during Winterlicious. The options were extensive (5 or 6 apps & mains, 3 desserts), the service was prompt, helpful, unobtrusive & the dishes were beautifully presented and delicious. Lamb chops in a rich meaty sauce, vegetables crisp & colourful. The simple Caesar salad was bright & full-flavoured-- not a morsel left on the plate. A tiger shrimp tempura creatively atop a tangy slaw. Low enough noise level to permit conversation! The decor isn't fancy but the quality of the food & service, with reasonable prices make this a "go-back-to" place. read more

Cozy pub atmosphere, friendly staff, and twists on pub classics. There's a lot of pubs in Toronto, and all over the world, and they all serve the same foods. Fish N Chips, Burgers, and if your lucky maybe a Lamb Shank. Morgan's menu has a lot more creativity than your average pub, and for me that goes a long way. We went there for Winterlicious Lunch this year, and we both had the Mulligatawny soup to start. It was quite delicious, and the perfect thing to have on a cold January day. It had a good amount of flavour, and wasn't overly spiced, and had nice textures. I'd order this again. For our mains, we shared the Smokey Mac 'n' Cheese (Baked pasta with a creamy pimentón and smoked cheddar sauce, topped with crispy cornbread crumbs, served with sautéed collard greens), and The Martino Sandwich (Slow roasted pork shoulder, braised rapini with garlic and chili, giardiniera and provolone cheese on North Pole Bakery crusty Italian bread with house frites). I liked the twist of using cornbread as the topping, instead of breadcrumbs on the mac 'n' cheese. Adding this and the collard greens really hit on the Southern roots of the dish. It was definitely smokey in a good way. My only complaint would be that the collard greens were a little greasy, but still tasted good. For the sandwich, I was happy to see that the bun came from a bakery right down the street. The best part of the sandwich was the cheese, braised rapini and chili, which all gave it a lot of flavour and made it more interesting than most sandwiches. The frites were tiny and delicious. For dessert we both had the Tiramisu Doughnut Cheesecake Bar (House made coffee doughnut base, creamy mascarpone cheesecake, topped with crumbled Oreos and a warm chocolate ganache drizzle). What can I say? It was sweet and delicious. It tasted like a Tiramisu Cheesecake. The doughnut portion didn't really come through like a doughnut... but that's okay. Creative and delicious. Bravo. Next time I'll need to try some Left Field beer! read more

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Once in a while, I go to a restaurant and leave extremely satisfied - the kind of satisfied that makes me want to tell all my friends about the place and bring my parents the next time they're in town. Based on my first visit, Morgan's is that kind of restaurant. THE GOOD: - We came for lunch and both got the sandwich of the day: an egg, peameal bacon and cheddar sandwich. This sandwich seriously hit the spot. It was served on the freshest ciabatta bread, and all the ingredients came together perfectly with each bite. I got mine with the soup of the day - a pear and carrot soup - which was the perfect side. - Morgan's has a great selection of beers and ciders. If you enjoy cider, try Spirit Tree! - Our server was a very pleasant gentleman. We came at 2pm for a late lunch, so the place was not very full and we were served quickly. THE BAD: - I've got nothing! Overall, I would highly recommend Morgan's to anyone looking for an awesome lunch spot in the East Danforth area. I will definitely be making a second visit to check our their dinner menu in the future. read more

Morgan's On the Danforth - Soup and sandwich of the day - egg, peameal bacon and cheddar sandwich with a carrot, pear and ginger soup - Gastropubs Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Came here recently after a visit for drinks last year - food looked good then, and still does now. Showed up at a respectable dinner hour and found the place practically empty - hopefully it was just a quiet night because this is a great addition to the Greenwood area. It was a night with friends so we all had something different. One of us tried the duck special, which was fantastic. The other had the bacon cheeseburger that he reviewed as one of the best burgers in town. I had the wrap of the day which was quite tasty as well. My only beef about dinner was charging for a side of mayo - yes, it's dumb to complain about this but I also think it's dumb to charge for a condiment (though I do thank the server for telling me they did before bringing it). A pretty flawless night here. I'll be back. Great food quality, good prices and extremely friendly service. I might not come to Greenwood often, but when I do, I will definitely think about eating here first. Well done Morgan's. read more

I came here with my fiancee during Summerlicious, so this review describes our Saturday night Summerlicious 2015 dinner experience here. Decor: Pretty typical pub/eatery, nothing too fancy, but feels comfortable. Most people there were dressed casually. There were only a few patrons inside when we arrived at 6pm, but by the time we left around 7:30pm it was almost full. Service: Generally good. Our waitress was pleasant but not too talkative which is fine with us. :) Our appetizer and first course arrived quickly, while the dessert seemed to take awhile. Food: Appetizer (Managua style Ceviche on Tostones) was a nice start, refreshing and tasted good. My mains (Fried chicken, ribs, hushpuppies) was satisfying and a decent portion. The ribs fell right off the bone. The flavor was good, however it could've been a bit more intense. The fried chicken was juicy. And the hushpuppies, they're tough to mess up I think :) My fiancee enjoyed her steak, and the mountain of thinly-cut fries it came with. For dessert, we shared the Beavertail Ice Cream Sandwich and the Aztec Chocolate Brownie with Churros. Both were fantastic and bad for our waistlines. :) (It only came with one churro though, so really, it shouldn't be listed as "churros" on the menu.) Overall it was a good experience and we'd gladly return when we're in the area. read more

This is is a very well run restaurant full of regular locals. The food and service is always amazing! Everything is fresh and of quality. They have great specials and a standard menu that won't disappoint. The first time I went they had a bbq rib special that was mouth watering and wish they had on their regular menu as it would be a great staple. I had their lamb curry the second time, and it also was very tasty. My wife had the salmon which was a smaller portion but tasted incredible. Wine selection is very strong and they are good with pairings. Highly recommend this restaurant if you are in the area. Being walking distance to our house, we will return many times over. read more

Winterlicious 2016 -Double Garlic Caesar -Zucca al Forno Arrancini --Welly County Dark Lamb Shank En Crouse --Southern Comfort Redux ---Brown Butter and Bourbon Cannoli ---Dark Chocolate, Coffee and Salted Caramel Pudding Parfait Overall very good food. Apps were a good start to the meal. Lamb was very nicely cooked, good mix of flavors. The fried chicken had a nice kick and the jalapeño corn bread was tasty. The pudding Parfait was heavy and rich! (Be warned... Save space) And Cannoli was the "lighter" but equally good dessert. Service was 20% worthy, included great recommendations read more

The other positive reviews are pretty much bang-on. This is a much-needed gastropub just off of Greenwood subway station. Upscale Pub would be another word for it. A little bit on the pricier side, but the food is quite excellent. Also the booths have electrical plugs (!), and dimmer switches (!!). The place has WiFi access if you ask nicely. Beer selection is very good. Daily specials always have a lot of love put into them. And it's just a nice place to hang out. There's a little patio in the front as well. Staff has always been super friendly and awesome every time I've been there, and that's a lot. There's a pretty good space in the back for larger groups. It can get pretty busy on Friday and Saturday nights. On Sundays I believe there is live jazz. You do see some parents show up with kids occasionally but it's hardly a problem as other reviewers seemed to think. Frankly it's a little too high end for that to be much of a big deal. There is a TV showing sports over the bar but it's not too distracting; strikes a good balance between those who are interested and sitting at the bar to catch a game, and those who are not (ahem) sitting at all the other tables/booths. It's kind of become my default watering hole/pub grub spot on my end of the Danforth and that is perfectly ok. I only wish they had better neighbours. read more

This place has downtown gastropub aspirations, which makes sense considering it's ties to the Hot House. It's is a good safe option for the east end. The plates are mostly classic and familiar, with some twists. Food is good quality, and well made. At one time the chef was a winner of a cooking show if that makes a difference to your dining experience. For the price points I would like to see larger portion sizes. Service is friendly, in a practiced and cordial way. read more

This used to be my favourite neighbourhood joint. For steak frites and great apps. However in the last 6 months since new management I have not had a single good experience. My steak this weekend was super thin and over cooked and tough! And the frites were luke warm at best. I think the new owner is trying to increase margins and sacrificing quality. And she hovers. And is a bit much. My friends pasta was awful and the owner said she had it earlier and it was not good! So why let the kitchen serve it if they don't make it well? She actually played with my friends good at the table. Another time I reserved a table and she gave it away to the guy in front of me. I dunno the place has gone downhill and unfortunately for them there are so many more options now in the hood. read more

Our family ordered from the special 2021 takeout New Year's menu as our first time trying Morgan's. Our shrimp appetizer, our meals (we had one of all the 'special' options available) and the cheesecake were all amazing - our family can't stop talking about it. I highly recommend Morgan's excellent food, friendly service and great value. We'll definitely order (or come) again! read more

I've been going to Morgan's for years, though the name and ownership has changed. Last time I was there i had what they call "just a burger" and man, was it good. A hockey coach once told me to "do less better" and thats what this burger is. Not flashy, but it brings the word "classic" to mind. There is also a nice selection of beer both in bottles on tap. If you like a cold one, this is a strong place to go. The price is a little steep IMO. Hence three stars and not four read more

Amazing little place. The food is high-end and the design feels so classy and sophisticated. All the owners, servers and bartenders are super nice and promptly make you feel at home. The menu can be a little intimidating (like using the term "frites" for "thin cut fries") and some times it's hard to understand but both their basic food (ex. chicken wings) and their fancier stuff (ex. egg plant rolls) are delicious. A great place to impress a girl, or her parents ;) read more

I LOVED going here. The Chef recently won Chopped Canada and it is easy to see why! I went with two friends, I had the Mussels and Frites, and they had the Quinoa Burger and the Brisket burger. It was all absolutely delicious! I would recommend this place to anyone because they have a great variety of food and the wait staff were so friendly and helpful. They really know their stuff and they were great at recommending wine and beer to go with our selection. I was visiting from Ottawa and I will be coming back next time I am in Toronto, it is really that good! read more

Well four of us ate here, 2 of us give it a 3 and 2 gave it at 2. It really went downhill from years ago. The carbonara pasta was the worst the noodles were really but there was no cream or cheese etc. The Fried Chicken came with one corn muffin only as a side and it was overcooked and dry. If you want to go there for a drink the beer and wine menu was okay and the music wasn't too loud but I would pass on eating there. read more

Went here on a date earlier this year. A fantastic date spot. Quiet enough to have a conversation, yet lively enough to get that buzz off a place. Hmmm...perhaps that was the powerful Maple's Manhattan talking.... As a mostly vegetarian, it's always a treat to find REAL vegetarian food. Food that is not just minus meat but cooked by someone who understands that yes, veggie folks have taste buds and needs for protein too. I had the Tagliatelle Fra Diavolo. The whole dish was prepared right: veggies and pasta cooked not overwhelmed by cooking. Looking forward to heading back one of these days. There was a handsome, friendly bartender I'd like to chat with again ;) read more

My partner and I decided to make the long trek to Morgan's for date night after not being able to make time for some quiet time together. So on this somewhat special date night, we thought "ah! Morgan's, nice atmosphere this is going to be superb!" ...BOY WERE WE WRONG. My partner ordered the burger (no cheese, basic tomatoes, lettuce and onion) and a side of chicken wings. I had ordered the beet salad with the fried chicken and mash on the side. THE FOOD WAS TERRIBLE. THE WAIT WAS FOREVER (when it was pretty empty) The Hoisin and Medium wings were great, was kind enough to accomodate by having mixed flavours...but seemed adamant. As for my beet salad...boy was that a beating to my wallet (haha...) it was a wilted mixed greens salad with any old vinaigrette dressing with the most MINISCULE beet slice i have EVER seen. I dind't know beets were so high demand and expensive that the slices were no bigger than my thumbprint and no thicker than a piece of thin wilted packing box cardboard! The whole salad had a total of maybe 6 slices (i'm generously counting because i consciously only remember eating maybe 4 slices after trying to pick through and find some.) After seeing the chef/cook or whoever was in the kitchen pick up take-out from an outside source, my partner and i knew something was WRONG. My partner's burger was dry and flavourless, the bun was dry enough to make breadcrumbs with. When telling the waitress (who by all means was busy chatting with the bartender for most of the night instead of paying attention to customer needs); she questioned what was wrong with it when my partner had left a huge at the least 1inch dry outter ring of the top crust of the burger (because it was left in the oven or whatever for the whole time the burger w as being cooked that it could have been crumbled-made a hollow noise when i tapped it wtih a fork). The menu had stated burgers were cooked t o a medium if not specified...it was WEELLLLL DONE. As for my fried chicken, waitress was kind e nough to bring me another dipping container of honey. However, the chicken was not bad...very oily and one of the pieces was mainly FRIED FAT. The swiss chard was a salted mop. Imagine taking a mop and dipping it into pavement salt with a bit of water. The cook had clearly NOT tasted any of his own food because it was so salty, even after attempting to mix it into the mashed potatoes WHICH WAS SO DRY THE MASH POTATO CRUMBLED. there was no butter or milk of any sort let alone seasoning in the mashed potatoes. Going back to t he swiss chard, t he bacon was unbelievably over powering; the saltiness dind't help much either. At the end of our meal, we were dying to leave. We had never been so disappointed with a meal. The atmosphere was what we paid for. If you're looking for good food at a good price, and good service...THIS IS NOT THE PLACE. We had asked for the bill 4 times (once from the male waiter, three times from the female waiter) even then it took super long. They tried to make it up to us by giving us a free dessert for the whole burger problem....but it seemed like a sad effort as it delayed our bill even more and the meal was already TERRIBLE (mind you, we've been to some shady-ass restaurants but this has to be the most disappointing one). With such a beautiful interior, what a shame to see this place wasted on such crappy ass food with less-than-mediocre service that costs out the ass. read more

Love Morgans. Real excellence in food. They care. They're friendly. The food is good and so are the drinks!!!!

Had the Roast Beef. Nicely done. Good wine selection. Veggies were also nicely done. If I had one comment to make for improvement it was that the frites showed up under the Roast Beef, so got a bit steamed/soggy, and I like 'em crispy. Service was great, nice ambience. Patio available, and wine by the bottle at half price on Mondays. All in all, good value and repeatable. read more