The food was always incredibly high quality. If you haven't tried the Spicy Black Bean Burger and…read morePower Bowl, you should try it! Definitely recommend

Ok, so I rarely write reviews. I find them a bit of a waste of time, and I'm firmly against writing…read moreone if you dislike the restaurant. Hence why we're here. Well, at first I was a bit on the fence about ordering cause of the vegetarian/vegan menu, I like my meat, love meat, got to have my protein dammit! But wow! was I ever surprised and happy about following my gut and choosing to go there. You see, I'm from Vancouver, and if you know a bit about my hometown is that you know we have a very large asian population. Heck, I'd even go as far as saying it's my second language, (my first language is English and my parents are Chilean...never spoken a word of it) but I've been around it so much somehow, I feel I could get by given the chance. So, by examining the pictures from the online menu, I thought to myself; If the food is anything remotely like the pictures, it looks exactly like my fav spot in Vancouver - Congee Noodle King- also a must try if you're in east Vancouver. Just trust my absent Asian ancestry ok?! I ordered the N65. Fried Noodles with Steamed and Stir-Fried Bean Curd, and as a request asked them to make it spicy to which they happily and kindly obliged. This dish was packed with flavour. Oh em gee! Loaded with fresh crunchy veggies, the noodles were spot on: thin, velvety and a lot of them. Makes for some healthy slurps! Oh, did I mention the meat? No, I didn't, because it didn't have any, and I have never not missed something so much. The crispy fried bean curds tasted like deep fried spare ribs. My pupils dilated a bit. And that's ok cause I went into a food coma, got to heaven and wrote a review about the very first Asian restaurant I try in Toronto and I'm already planning to go back. If you give this place less than 5 stars you don't know food, Asian food or how to speak it so go on and chew on some meat! Thank you for the wonderful and friendly service as well. I shall return. How do you say that in Mandarin? Cheers! - Patricio

Zen Gardens is such a nostalgic experience for me! The food and service are both amazing. My Family…read moreand I always used to go here many years ago, and I can not believe the atmosphere and food is still as good as ever. Staff is kind, food is very tasty and overall consistent, and the atmosphere is amazing. Overall, I would definitely recommend Zen Gardens as a food spot to anyone else in search of a good occasional lunch!

BEWARE: ENTER AT YOUR OWN RISK…read more If my memory serves me well, this is the first time ever that I've given an establishment a 1 star rating ... and these are the reasons why: They were seriously understaffed in the kitchen - specially knowing that it was Mother's Day There were 4 of us and we chose to order one starter between us so that we could save our appetite for the mains The Bang Bang Broccoli took one hour to arrive... yes- ONE HOUR During this time we were told just how many cocktails would not be available because they were out of some ingredients ( and this was at 1:30pm on Mothers Day ) - but I must say they had water available and they served that at lightning speed Then 45 minutes after our appetizer arrived and after asking our server and anyone on the staff that we could speak to, one of the 4 mains arrived...which self respecting restaurant would: 1. Take so long to serve the food with any explanation whatsoever? 2. After such a delay, bring only one of the four dishes that were ordered? By this time we were ready to leave but eventually got the other 3 mains and had them packed and took them back home - since our daughter had to drive back to London to be there at 6pm - which she thought would give all of us enough and more time to have a nice leisurely lunch with a reservation for 1pm ... clearly Community Restaurant had other plans Now comes the kicker... as we were heading out I told one of the servers to please tell the owner that if this is how he/she runs a business it would shut down pretty quickly - to which she replies: You're right, this has been sold and will change hands in 2 weeks Good riddance And no thanks for upsetting my daughter who wanted to make the day special for her mother

A celebration event and family surprised us to this previously untried restaurant. Of the two staff…read moreon duty none of them acknowledged our presence even though they were few feeta away from and us and were not attending a customer. Took a good while to make us sit in a half empty restaurant. The food came pretty quickly and service was just OK after that. The interior is nice. The coffee we started was very weak and lukewarm warm. We asked for a refill and the refill was the same as well. Hollandaise Benny was good, the Just egg perhaps cooked from the frozen ready was good. The Impossible/Beyond Sausage was good. The Hollandaise sauce was well made. Disappointed with the home fries quantity - very few. The Chik'n Burger made from Oyster Mushroom was very good. Crunchy outside and shredded mushroom to give a chicken texture. Just too greasy for us. Again the fries very few - the plate looks empty and not filling for us. IMO not good enough value for almost $25 all in. The Chik'n and Waffles, same Chik'n as the burger good. The 3 piece (?) waffles were great. The fries still less, however there some salad as well. Good restaurant, OK service. Food is OK, a bit pricey for what we got.

I had a great experience at My Secret Kitchen. The food was fresh, flavorful, and prepared with…read morecare. The menu offered a nice variety of dishes, and everything we ordered was well-seasoned and satisfying. The staff were friendly and welcoming, and the service was prompt. The restaurant had a clean, comfortable atmosphere that made for an enjoyable meal. Overall, it's a great spot for delicious food, and I'd definitely come back to try more items from the menu.

What a great Vea; Parmasan Sandwich and the Pasta Dishes for take home were superb. Only 10 min…read morewait for a great sandwich and lots of Gluten Free choices

The food was absolutely outstanding--fresh, creative, beautifully presented, and full of flavor…read more Every dish exceeded our expectations and proved that plant-based cuisine can be both nourishing and incredibly delicious. What made the experience even more memorable was the service. Our server was one of the kindest, most thoughtful, and attentive people we've ever encountered. They took the time to answer questions, offer recommendations, and genuinely made us feel welcomed and cared for throughout our meal.

Fantastic food! Great service! Lovely ambiance! I am visiting from Texas. As a raw vegan, before…read moreembarking on my trip to Toronto I searched and found Raw Aura. Last night my cousin (not a raw vegan) and I dined there. She enjoyed this beet juice and loved it so much that took two more juices home. I enjoyed their turmeric latte and fresh ginger/lemon teas. My cousin and I shared their falafel and cauliflower wraps and loved it. My cousin truly enjoyed their miso soup. I took a platter of all their desserts to share with my family tonight at my cousins birthday. I also took their two breads and kale chips home and am enjoying them. If you are a raw vegan you don't need any convincing. If you are not and have a lot of misconceptions about how raw vegan food looks like or tastes like I guarantee you, you will not be disappointed.

I would say matcha latte was pretty balanced, the rating I would give for the strength of the…read morematcha is like 6/10 where it gives the hint of the earthy flavour but not too strong but balanced. I usually look for that rich earthy flavour in my matcha but this didn't really reach that criteria.

The area is super quiet, the chia tastes amazing with oat milk would definitely recommend if you're…read morelooking for a cozy vibe.

Love coming here for their donuts, especially because this location always has many options! It's…read morealways to quick and easy to just pop in and grab what you need. Very big open space with seating and the staff are so kind as well!

Wow! These vegan donuts are amazing! So many amazing flavours! Strawberry was incredible!read more

Veggie Planet is a delightful spot that truly showcases the vibrancy of vegetarian cuisine! One of…read morethe highlights of my experience was the incredible samosas, which you can enjoy either oven-baked or fried--both options cater to different taste preferences and dietary needs, making it a versatile choice for anyone. What really caught my attention is the live Pani Puri option available at this location. The idea of enjoying freshly made Pani Puri, with its crispy puris and flavorful fillings, is so enticing! I can't wait to indulge. Veggie Planet offers a unique and enjoyable atmosphere for anyone looking to explore delicious vegetarian options with Jain friendly options. I like this place aloo! You are the chutney to my samosa!

Delicious Indian street food, served fresh and hot in a friendly diner with cheery decor and sweet…read morestaff. So many tempting vegan options it was hard to narrow down to just a few. Everything was yummy with just the right amount of spice. Prices cannot be beat. Yes: Vegan friendly