Really enjoyed our meal here. The creamy pasta with beef was rich and flavorful and the Bingsu was…read morerefreshing and not overly sweet, definitely worth trying. The atmosphere is cozy and relaxing, perfect for dinner and drinks. The staff were very friendly and attentive, which made the whole experience even better. Will definitely come back and highly recommend.

Does Kanari mean Korean Canari which gives a luck and hope? Not sure about the name but when I…read moreentered the room I was surprised how spacious (almost like a fancy lounge) and chairs seemed very comfortable and really liked big tables. I was greeted by both owner and wait staff, Hoon. They both were super friendly and treated us like friends or neighbors they have known for a long time. We immediately felt very comfortable to be there. Chicken Yu rin gi was very tasty and it went well with Asahi on draft. Owner( sorry I did not get your name) explained that they spend a lot of time to make the sauce with a bunch of vegetable stock. After Yu rin gi shared by two girls and the tower of draft beer, we were getting full and wanted to order a light dish. Hoon, our wait staff listened to what we wanted and recommended perfect food which was Tuna tataki. Tuna tataki was very refershing. Did not have a chance to try other food like galbi chicken, pork ribs, sukiyaki, pork belly bean sprouts stirfry. Definately need to go back for more drinks and food! Thanks again for your great hospitality!

We came on a Friday for dinner and didn't have a good experience. 3 items on the menu was not…read moreavailable and when we ordered, we were told there was a 4th item not available. Their menu isn't extensive so it was a bit of an issue trying to find dishes we wanted to try. We got the duck dumplings, brussel sprouts, grilled shrimp, crispy tofu, miso cod and shrimp scallop chow mein for five people. The stand out was the miso cod, but for $36 it was not enough as an entree as the size of the fish is small and it didn't come with substantial sides. Also after taking our orders, our server disappeared. Another server came by to cover our table but there was no explanation or reason given. It was strange as they had just opened for the day. Expect high prices and small portions. Nice ambiance but don't think I will be back for that.

Came here for Winterlicious 2026 $55 per person. They had an ube cocktail that i was interested in…read morebut sold out. I was quite sad... The 3-course menu had 3-4 options under each course. So there's something for every one. Nothing fancy but tasted delicious.

Grilled Mentaiko It is quite salty on its own, with a…read moreslightly dry texture and a fine, sandy graininess when you chew it. But once paired with mayo and cucumber, the flavor becomes much more balanced. The creaminess of the mayo and the freshness of the cucumber soften the saltiness, and then the mentaiko slowly breaks apart in your mouth, releasing a rich, briny umami from the tiny fish roe. Mayo, mentaiko, and cucumber are a perfect combination. Beef Tartare The portion is smaller than beef tartare I've had at other Korean restaurants. With chopped scallions added, the overall flavor leans more toward a sharp onion-garlic aroma, and the saltiness slightly overpowers the sweetness. Without pear, it misses that refreshing sweetness and crunch, so the flavor feels a bit too strong. Sizzling Pan Bulgogi The bulgogi reminds me of Japanese gyudon, with a similar sweetness from the onions and sauce. But because it is stir-fried on a sizzling pan, the beef has a light seared aroma around the edges and more wok-like fragrance. It also comes with Korean glass noodles, which soak up the sweet-savory sauce and become slightly sticky and chewy. One bite of beef, one bite of noodles, one bite of rice, and I naturally fell into full "head-down rice-eating" mode. The mushrooms also absorb the meat juices and sauce, keeping the dish from feeling repetitive. Simply Jokbal The "Simply" version just comes without side dishes and rice, but the portion of jokbal is the same. The serving size was honestly surprising, and even three of us couldn't finish it. The jokbal is cut into small chunks, with a high ratio of lean meat. The collagen-rich parts are soft, bouncy, and still hold their shape, giving a texture somewhere between braised pork hock and pig's trotter. The spicy sauce leans more toward the direct heat of Korean chili powder rather than just the sweetness of gochujang, a bit like the spice in tteokbokki. The savory meatiness, chili aroma, and saltiness build up layer by layer. No wonder this is their signature dish. Braised Pork Ribs The seasoning is somewhat similar to the beef tartare, with sweetness from onion and fruit. The rice cakes also soak up the sauce very well. The ribs are not like the small-cut pork ribs commonly seen in Chinese cooking. Each piece has a short bone with a thick layer of meat around it. The meat is firm, fibrous, and chewy, but still deeply flavored from the braising. The more you chew, the more the meatiness comes through. Spicy Seafood Soup The biggest strength of the soup is its strong seafood flavor. The broth is rich in umami without feeling too heavy or sauce-based. The downside is that there is not much seafood: only squid, two shrimp, and a few mussels. The noodles were also average, without much chewiness and not great at absorbing the broth. This dish is more about drinking the soup than eating the toppings.

May 8, 2026 - Tried out this Korean restaurant in North York. Got the spicy tteokboki and the half…read moreand half original and spicy Jokbal. The food was really good. The tteokboki was creamy and very chewy. The sauce was really good as well. The Jokbal was really tender. It was a bit messy to wrap everything together as there was a lot of water that came with the lettuce. But aside from that, everything blended together really well once put together. Boh Jokbals were really good, but I think i lean slightly towards the spicy Jokbal. It's more consistent with the cuts of meat and the spice added a little kick to it.

Starting with the rustic look of their kimchi devilled eggs ($7 for 3). The yolks are mixed with…read moresesame oil and kimchi paste, instead of creamy mayonnaise, creating a stiffer paste to pipe back into the egg white. I could certainly taste the nutty oil that always makes my taste buds sing, but would have liked more of the gochujong as there wasn't much heat to the egg. In fact, aside from the sesame oil these tasted like any other deviled egg. Swapping the bacon bits for chopped kimchi may give it that element it's missing and make the dish vegetarian-friendly to boot. Similarly, the kimchi was lost within the ricotta, mozzarella, and parmesan mixture in the toasted kimchi ravioli ($13). Chances are any ingredient wouldn't be able to hold up against the swiggle of honey wasabi pesto piped on top of the crispy ravioli as the wasabi was so pungent and overpowering. Some reviewers rave about this dish, but I found the panko crust made it too dry and the pasta was overly chewy. It's not one I'd order again. The bulgogi sliders ($15) were good with a pile of thinly sliced sweet-soy marinated sirloin topped adorned with a perfectly cooked quail egg, which is runny so makes for a messy first bite. The sliders would be even better if there wasn't wasabi in the mayo (Té's chef certainly loves wasabi) and the buns were warm and toasted. If you really want to try the bulgogi I'd opt for one of the main dishes instead. Té's bi bim bap ($17) follows a traditional recipe where the beef is accompanied by cold sesame-marinated vegetables and a fried egg. They swap out the white rice for nuttier purple rice instead and Té's sweet chili sauce is thicker and spicier than other ones I've tried. Sadly, the bi bim bap wasn't presented in the typical hot stone bowl. That vessel is so important as it creates the crust on the bottom of the rice and the heat warms up the cold garnishes and sauce so that once everything is mixed together the flavours really melt and meld together. There's plenty of bulgogi on top of their mac and cheese ($18) and the pasta was excellent as well. I enjoyed the creamy gooey cheese sauce and the parmesan panko crisp on top adds a lovely textured crunch for those who want an extra pop of flavour. This is a really long review visit Gastroworld for the rest.

Finally got to visit this Korean-inspired brunch spot on Ossington! We got their two most popular…read morebennys, which were the Bulgogi Benny ($18) and the Kimchi and Pork Belly Benny ($18). This place seems to be super popular because we arrived right when it opened and all the tables were already booked and we had to sit at the bar. The food was pretty good, but I was expecting a little more out of the hash browns (since these were more like fries) and these were not real poached eggs, also without much hollandaise. For the price I expected much better, and I'm a bit disappointed because it was like they just slapped some bulgogi on an egg and called it a day. Service was okay and the restaurant was cute, but I'm not sure I would go back.

Cute spot to go with small groups on Ossington strip. Food was unique and an absolute 10/10. Drinks…read morewere less so but in all honesty, this is where you go for a late night poutine (um kimchi, tempura squash, and cheese curd?! Hello). Fast and friendly service.

The place is tiny but cozy. The food explodes with flavour! My friends and I ordered the chicken…read morewings, jap che and baos. The staff is also very friendly and gave us good tips on what to order.

The food here is bomb! Everything packs a punch of flavour and the quality is high - everything…read moreseems fresh. We started off with a beef tartare which was actually my favourite dish we had. It had a great acidic kick to it and felt very balanced with the richness of the meat and egg yolk. The beef was a great texture. The fried chicken with sticky rice was also good, but some parts of the chicken were a bit dry such as the breast. Overall good flavour though. The khao soi was great as well and had a nice richness and savouriness to it. The beef was tender and the fried noodles gave some texture contrast. This place was such a vibe and the decoration itself is very pretty. Service was good too and pretty attentive despite it being pretty busy. I'd come back here to try more dishes!

Nice restaurant and lovely staffs…read more Food was good, only thing is the mussel curry was too sweet for our liking but everything else was good.

Gyopo Makgeolli Brewery located along Dundas St W. near Dufferin Ave is Toronto's newest Korean…read morerestaurant. The owners also own Gonzo Izakaya as well as Kensei Bar. The restaurant specialize in serving house-made makgeolli where the food on the menu is bult around incorporating the three "jangs" of Korean food (ganjang, doenjang, and gochujang). Space wise, the restaurant has no signage outside, but once you enter, there is seating in the dining room or by the kitchen counter where you can watch your food being prepared. The walls are lined with graffiti and papers, making it look like you are on a random street in Seoul. They also have a small back patio as well. The space and washrooms are accessible. There is a 2 hour seating limit which is communicated to you when you sit down. This place is popular so reservations are recommended! The menu is divided into smaller bites, Korean BBQ, shareable plates, as well as a single dessert (a perilla ice cream). Drink wise, they have about 7-8 craft makgeolli on the menu where there are also Korean shots/soju as well as a few non-alcoholic options available as well. My friend and I dined at Gyopo Makgeolli Brewery on a Thurs night. Being a fan of makgeolli for years, I was curious to try craft makgeolli. The space has it's own charm where it feels like you're back in Korea. The menu is viewable via a QR code at each table. In terms of food and drink we ordered the following: - Super Dry makgeolli (10z, a bone dry high abv makgeolli) - $9 - Omija (10oz, complex five-flavour tartness with vibrant red hues) - $10 - Aged hamachi ssam (nuruk-aged hamachi, fermented kimchi, pickled mustard green, makgeolli lees ssam, and seaweed) - $36 - Maek jeok (12oz - pork collar, doen-jang, gai lan, 2 side of dongchimi, sichuan pepper, charred scallion sauce) - $34 - Ssam vegetable (lettuce, perilla leaf, flat cabbage, radicchio, makgeolli ssam-jang) - $6 - Oyster pajeon (bisque paste, coriander nuoc cham) - $23 - Dotori guksu (acorn noodles, fermented kimchi, gan-tang, Korean seaweed, cashew nut, and sesame seeds) - $22 The makgeollis are different and unique - definitely more carbonated than what I am used to. The Super Dry makgeolli I had definitely was dry but paired well with fatty meats. The one thing I didn't like was that the makgeolli drinks had ice in them...which is...not usually the case when I drink makgeolli. Food wise, the aged hamachi ssam was fresh and super flavourful - a light bite which was probably my favourite dish of the evening. The maek jeok (pork collar) was extremely tender and the condiments paired well with the meat. They also gave us a side of dongchimi which cut through the richness of the meat - the broth was nice and tart! The BBQ meats don't come with vegetables so that is something extra on the side you have to order. The acorn noodles were great as well, served cold which was refreshing at the same time. Lastly, the oyster pajeon is a pretty big portion and is on the heavier side. Service wise, our waiter was great! He was friendly and approachable, making sure we were taken care of during our time there. He gave recommendations when we asked. The pacing of the meal was spot on where we had the lighter dishes first followed by the heavier meats. Lastly, I treated my friend and the waiter was quick to attend to me when I asked to pay first (while my friend was in the washroom). Overall, a unique place for Korean food in the city! The craft makgeollis are a must try which pair well with the menu items. The food is tasty and flavourful. Service and vibes are great as well. A great addition to the Dundas West neighbourhood.

Maybe a 4.2. Recommend a reservation as it's pretty busy. In general the food was good and well…read moreexecuted. The flavours were not particularly unique but they did feel homey. Food: Grilled mackerel - really good. I like grilled fish though.. La kalbi - very tender. But didn't have the expected sweet La kalbi flavour here. Was on the better side of alright Noodles - second favorite thing of the night. Definitely a must order. I've cream - so so so good. This was both well executed and such a unique flavour. Vanilla ice cream with the salt, pepper, and the nuttiness of the perilla. Service: Attentive. Although they did get one of our orders wrong initially. But they made no fuss of exchanging it for the right one promptly. Ambiance: Busy, loud, and warm. Ford the ambiance of a an Asian street bar.

The Lake Inez Mystery Patio is one of the most unique dining experiences in Toronto. Reservations…read moreare released one month in advance on the 15th and get booked up within the same hour or night. The 3.5 hr experience is hosted on the rooftop of the usual restaurant and the price includes drink pairings (alcoholic or non-alcoholic). I am not a huge wine drinker myself, so I messaged ahead inquiring about whether the pairings were mostly wine. They responded that 3 of the 6 drinks would be, and kindly offered to substitute them for a special cocktail for me instead! The whole experience from start to end was lovely, with amazing storytelling from Zac and detailed explanations of each dish from the two chefs. I had so much fun during the entire thing, time flew right by and there was not a dull moment! The dishes were creative, and you could tell everything was well thought out. My unique cocktail was delicious and stored on ice to the side, with the server topping it up each time a new pairing was introduced. The rooftop decor was cute and added character. I would highly recommend the Mystery Patio to anyone who loves to have a good time while eating great food!

What can I say what hasn't already been said about this fine establishment. Located in the heart of…read morelittle India with lake Inez is full of character from its vintage collectibles scattered around the restaurant to its humble store front. Each dish was like amalgamation of inspiration from all over Asia. We ordered the shawarma - was perfect balance of wagyu fatty , pickles dipped in beet juice citrusy and garlic sauce simply delicious. Miso black cod was tender and flavourful but not too salty while the bed of rice reminded me of Dimsum with my grandma on Saturday morning when I wanted to stay home to play maple story. And finally the corned beef tender and crispy. The vegetables added a lighter dynamic to the dish.