My wife and I went to Smash Kitchen and Bar, and we had a generally good experience. The staff are friendly, the wait time for food was 13 minutes (yep, I time it), the food tasted great (we split the truffle mushroom baked eggs for the main, and Cathy's chocolate banana bread for dessert). Overall, a very pleasant experience. They only lost a point because there was an egg shell in our meal. read more

Smashing good brunch? Smash Kitchen has been on our list to visit for a while till we finally had the opportunity. For more than a dozen years, this Markham spot has been known for good flavors and portions. The weekend brunch menu from 10am - 2:45pm had an assortment of creative dishes. We opted for their LA mac & cheese ($25) with a saucy cheese blend textured by herb crumbles. The soft shell crab benedict ($24) looked irresistible with two nicely poached eggs beside crab drizzled with maple buffalo hot sauce. While it came with no sides, bites of the whole fried soft shell crab on brioche toast were scrumptious. The inside of this restaurant is cavernous, featuring even a private room and patio. It's much larger than the dated plaza entrance would indicate. Staff were generally active at the tables, even delivering colour sheets to young ones. Skip it or hit it? It was a long time coming but brunch here didn't disappoint. Hit it! read more

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Went for lunch and was happy brunch was available! The burgers were a hit and my pork belly Benedict was amazing! The server was very nice and we would definitely come back! read more

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Went for lunch h at smash and tried the bbq brisket grilled cheese sandwich with fries. The server ema was so pleasant and knew all the items available on the menu. They have added new TVs to the restaurant so if you want to watch sporting events it's a real plus. The have daily specials as well. The food was excellent and service was outstanding. The atmosphere is great and in central Markham read more

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Something on the menu for everyone to enjoy. I've tried the fish and chips, the salmon dish, Mac and cheese, and burger. Everything was delicious! Great drink selection as well. The staff are very friendly and very accommodating. Great place for large group gatherings. They have rooms that can separate your group from the rest of the restaurant which is nice. The volume of the music is enough to kill awkward silence but soft enough to encourage easy conversation. I've also attended 2 occasions here where the entire restaurant was reserved for these private events. Each time the bar tenders are very accommodating and considerate as were all the staff. Highly recommend. read more

Very well hidden at a plaza, but lots of parking First time at this remember, friendly service, price reasonable and food delicious Ordered a 6 oz steak sandwich with extra $2 change sweet fries to garden salad. The steak sandwich with crispy onions new on menu, very good. But the bun was a bit oily The banana breads either vanilla ice cream is a must order dessert read more

Smash Kitchen & Bar - Comfort Food Near Me - Unionville, Ontario

It's been awhile since we've been back and certainly circumstances have changed! We saw they had a special for half off kids meals ($7) and decided to bring the family. We had made a reservation and our table was promptly ready (and set up with high chairs!) for us. We were given a corner spot which was amazing with young kids. The restaurant is relatively large so you don't feel like it's very noisy. Despite all the kids. lol. We ordered a Mac and cheese and a chicken fingers for the kids. It came with a drink (cranberry juice and milk). You could also upgrade your side to house salad or something else if you don't need all the fries. (You could even upgrade to a side Mac and cheese). There was a kids dessert menu (only $3 for half portion of the warm donuts!). The food was decent and very well portioned. I ordered for myself a mushroom pasta. It was vegetarian so I decided to add on so pulled beef brisket. It was an amazing combo. It was a wee bit on the pricier side given the add on. The only disappointment was they used to do the donuts in chocolate or caramel but they no longer offer that option. You could only get caramel on it (we aren't caramel fans). For some reason the donuts weren't as good as we remembered but that could just be perception. All in all a decent experience. Would be back. read more

Food & service were fantastic! Friendly & very accommodating staff. Prices are more affordable than other restaurants

Went here for dinner with some friends--this was my second time visiting the restaurant. The drinks were good and the food was decent overall. I tried the cornbread, which was excellent, and I ordered the pulled beef brisket sandwich with a side of LA mac and cheese. The sandwich was tasty, but the mac and cheese was fairly bland and didn't stand out. That said, the service was good too. read more

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Made reservations for Father's Day brunch and got a text confirmation, very organised. They were very busy as usual but lots of team work from staff, so no issues getting orders in and food brought out quickly. Kids pancake meal was perfect, the pancake was hot, fluffy, came with maple butter and drizzled with more maple syrup. We all eyed the kiddos plate hoping he would get full and need help polishing it off. The kids breakfast looked really big and filling. Two eggs, toast, protein of sausage or bacon and side of crispy taters. The brunch menu looked amazing so we ordered a few to sample for the table. Banana bread French toast which had a slight crunch on the outside but super moist on the inside. This was more dessert than brunch with the fresh berries, syrup and icing sugar dusting. If you like banana bread, then it's a no brainer. BBQ brisket hash on potatoes was perfectly saucy, sweet Smokey bbq, runny eggs mixing into a beautiful mess of flavours on each forkful. Mac and cheese order is a must and even at a large size it disappeared easily. The pasta was al dente and the creamy sauce just perfectly coated each bite. They even presented a father day card with a coupon for next visit. Love the brunch here and would celebrate any special occasions here again. read more

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A 3.5/5 restaurant in the heart of Markham, ON. Smash Kitchen has been around for quite some time and I've dined her previously before. Thought I'd come back to check it out after not visiting for years. Came for brunch/ lunch time and had a reservations - was seated promptly. Our server throughout our dining experience was great and accommodating, food on the other hand was okay for us, nothing really stood out. Poutine 2/5 - Got 2 poutines for the table to share. Unfortunately, both poutine had really cold cheese curds, to the point where the gravy did not melt any of the cheese at all. When you get a full bite of all the ingredients together, you get a weird mix of hot fries and freezing cold cheese in your mouth. Flagged this with our server, and asked for extra hot gravy to be brought out to try to help melt the cheese a bit. Gravy was brought out but still lukewarm at best. Omelette with homefries 3.5/5 - A great egg option if you're looking for something lighter. Home fries were good and crisp. Chicken and pancakes 3/5 - Crispy chicken pieces with 3 pancakes. A good mix of sweet and savoury. Fried chicken sandwich 4/5 - One of the better options on the menu imo. It comes with a mountain high pile of fried chicken between brioche buns. Came with pickles and slaw. Overall, there's a lot of hit or misses with their dishes. Some good, some just okay. Definitely think they could improve on some of their flavours. read more

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I wish there were half stars because I think four isn't enough and five is too much. I visited smash kitchen a lot and I'm surprised I hadn't reviewed it yet so here goes Location: On the south side of Highway 7 West of Unionville. In a little plaza. It's tucked in the corner so you kind of have to know that it's there Parking: It's in a plaza in York region so there's free parking and lots of it. It can get busy there's a very popular sushi restaurant also in the plaza and a lot of beauty service businesses. But it's pretty open on the weekend especially at brunch The inside: It's pretty nice. Don't judge it by the plaza. You walk in and it's open and bustling but not crowded There's tables, their seats at a bar and then there's a high table with those high chairs. There's also a private room that you can request. I never have so I don't know if there's a fee or a minimum for it . Oh they also have a patio in the back. It's covered. I never set out there because I'm not in a real big fan of sitting outside and eating in the heat but if you are I could tell that this is a good one. The menu: The food's pretty good. It's a sister restaurant to my favourite restaurant in York region (next door restaurant) The food is diverse. But still kind of in the same vein. I've never had anything that I didn't like here. I tend to get the burger a lot because I know when they first open they were known for their burgers and this is where we would always come when we wanted a good one. And they're always good. I came the other day for brunch and oh my god it was so good. I didn't realize they were open for brunch on Sundays. I got this egger and cheese sandwich and you could add either bacon or hamburger patty so I added a hamburger patty and it was ridiculously delicious. It was served with home fries which as well were very good. I did get a Caesar, I love Caesars, wasn't my favourite. But judging by the amount of Caesars that were being handed out that day everyone else loved it. The staff: They're nice. I like that they know to leave you alone when you're with a group of people talking and eating. They checked in on us just the right amount of time. The cost. It's kind of pushing pricey but definitely worth it. Willow you back. I've been many times but I will definitely be back for brunch because I saw someone got this French toast that basically looked like it was half a loaf of bread and I need to investigate further. read more

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What lovely service we had a Smash Kitchen for our anniversary! Our servers were so kind and brought forward the best service, the food was delicious and would highly recommend going on a weekday evening! read more

Smash Kitchen & Bar - BBQ Chicken Pizza - Comfort Food Near Me - Unionville, Ontario

A popular local restaurant serving up hearty comfort food classics like Mac & cheese, ribs, burgers, & sandwiches. I came here on a weeknight to enjoy one of their weekly specials ($10 shareables on Mondays), and we had a great experience. The Baja fish tacos were delicious - the tempura battered haddock was light & crispy, and it paired so well with the spicy chipotle sauce. I wish it came with one more taco or a side, though! The chicken Cobb salad was also a crowd pleaser and very filling! I don't know how they grilled the chicken, but it was so moist. Also loved the goat cheese crumble, thick slices of avocado, and the sweet Dijon mustard dressing! read more

Smash Kitchen & Bar - Baja fish tacos - Comfort Food Near Me - Unionville, Ontario

Cannot say enough great things about the service here. I came with a large group (~20ppl) for a lunch reservation and the staff were so incredibly accommodating and kind despite how loud I'm sure we were. Everyone's food arrived at the same time (which is a huge feat for this size group) and the food I got was delicious. I've been here a few times over the years and have never been disappointed by their plates. It's not a huge variety for the brunch/lunch menu but they do have seasonal changes in their menu. They also have an outdoor patio and tons of seating space indoors. read more

Smash Kitchen & Bar - Banana bread French toast - Comfort Food Near Me - Unionville, Ontario

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Smash Kitchen & Bar is a great spot in Unionville with a lively, modern atmosphere. The space feels welcoming, whether you're there for brunch, dinner, or just drinks with friends. The food is flavorful and portions are generous. The burgers are juicy, the mac and cheese is creamy and comforting, and the brunch menu has some creative options you don't always see elsewhere. Drinks are also well made, with a nice balance between cocktails, beer, and wine. Service is friendly and attentive overall, but during peak hours it can sometimes feel a little slow between courses or when trying to flag someone down. It's not a dealbreaker, but a bit more consistency in timing would make the experience even smoother. Prices are reasonable for the quality, and it's the kind of place that works just as well for a casual meal as it does for a night out. read more

Smash Kitchen & Bar - Comfort Food Near Me - Unionville, Ontario

Smash is still one of my fav spots in town! it's been awhile since my last visit dining in. We still go, I forget to take new photos as we can hardly wait to dig in. Or there have been several cravings for the LA Mac & Cheese and we just decide to grab takeout. Here was our last dining in experience, maybe within the last month. LA Mac & Cheese - THE best. Always creamy and cheesy, def a family fav! Nashville Chicken Sandwich - the picture says it all! Crispy chicken sandwich, can't go wrong ordering this. Crispy seasoned chicken with an incredible balance of heat and the coolness of the coleslaw. Roasted Corn & Poblano Dip - this barely lasted 5 minutes on the table. We all devoured this! I highly recommend this as a starter. Smash Burger - The OG and the best in town for smash burgers. Still consistently good. Service is always exceptional. Always checking in to see if we need anything else. Extra cautious for allergy concerns and there is never a long wait for anything, no matter how busy it is there. Sharing new photos! read more

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Food was amazing and some had a different twist on things when other were what you find a a restaurant bar. I went with a 7 people and we were in front of the patio. Perhaps it was how they got their bigger group out faster but some of the staff did not completely close the door and it's was windy and we got the fresh air. That is the only negative. Over all it was nice and I may go back but not in front of the patio doors. read more

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I had heard good things about Smash Kitchen & Bar, but maybe it was only for the brunch. The mussels were off and seemed undercooked so they took them off the bill, which I appreciated. The Roasted Corn & Poblano dip was solid but nothing I would go back for. I would be willing to give it another try if someone wanted to and then I would get another dish, or go for brunch, but I wouldn't be likely to suggest it to others. I will say that my friend enjoyed her plant burger! read more

Smash Kitchen & Bar - Roasted Corn & Poblano Dip - Comfort Food Near Me - Unionville, Ontario

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Came here for the first time highly recommended by my GF Jo. We cane here for dessert as part of my birthday celebration!! We've ordered breading pudding and it was amazing and heavenly! Coz it was my birthday celebration, they have nicely gave us free donuts dessert with a sparkler on top! Service was as fast and attentive! Restaurant itself was still busy at 9:30 pm or so on a Friday night when their closing time was 11 pm. Would love to return to try their other dishes! read more

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Service was great, atmosphere is awesome. I had the fish and chips... and it was AMAZING! Best fish n chips I've EVER had! Josh is killing it behind the bar. This team is on top of this service! read more

Smash Kitchen & Bar - Fish N Chips - Comfort Food Near Me - Unionville, Ontario

Beautiful ambiance, very diverse menu. The staff was really nice and took their time with us and gave us so much options. The drinks were good as well. Will definitely come back next time I'm in Whitby read more

Smash Kitchen & Bar - The mac and cheese was AMAZING !!! - Comfort Food Near Me - Unionville, Ontario

Came on a Tuesday at 5:45, place wasn't very busy. Taco Tuesday with 3 options: shrimp, pork belly and fish. Individually $6. Had one of each and the later two were amazing. With the pork belly being my number one, very tasty and I'd come back for it. The fish was good, standard but satisfying. The shrimp taco was ok with a little heat but lack lustre for my taste buds. There's no menu to show the 3 available taco types so ask for the ones you want - menu only says taco and price without stating what specific tacos and the waitress back and forth confirming. Red or white sangria were also $6 a glass. We only had the white. We were happy with it. Overall it was a good time and decent deal. What I do like about their patio is that it's enclosed with screen so there are no flies during our meal. You get the inside/outside feel. read more

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Came back for brunch w/ my gf because we had a great dinner experience previously. I had made the reservation online on touchbistro and the dropdown menu had forced me to select "patio". When I arrived, I told the staff at the front that we preferred to dine inside (seeing as there were a lot of empty tables) and they gladly obliged. We got bbq brisket hash and mac n' cheese. The hash had this really nice sauce slathered on top. The potatoes were crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. The brisket was moist and pulled apart easily. Runny poached egg on top was fantastic. The mac n' cheese used the fancier curly noodles as opposed to regular elbow macaroni. The cheese sauce was seasoned well and the breadcrumb topping was not overcooked which was great (you would not believe how common overcooked breadcrumb topping is and it can actually dry out the pasta underneath). We got grilled chicken as an add-on and while it was juicy and tasted great, the portion of chicken was quite stingy for what we paid (we only got like 5 pieces). Very good quality brunch! Would return. read more

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Came back for brunch after a good happy hour experience. As before, service was attentive, food came fast. A genuinely good experience. BBQ beef and hash - Portion was massive as it was rather hard to finish. The dish came with alot of sauce which IMO made it better for the beef, but more heavy for the hash. The poached egg was a good addition as it made it everything more moist. Ultimately, the dish was a bit too heavy for me and would steer clear of this next time. Otherwise rating is kept at 4 as my friends dishes were still good and so was the service! read more

Visited Smash Kitchen & Bar for their Happy Hour menu! There were some select food items for $10 each (all pretty large servings), as well as $6 drinks. Servers were super friendly and helpful even though it was a pretty busy night! We asked for a table near an outlet and they helped us out. It does get a bit loud at times due to the music, big groups, and TV. I saw some people on their laptops at the bar doing work so that doesn't seem to be a problem! We ended up going with the BBQ Beef Croquettes, the Fish Tacos, and the Calamari. The BBQ Beef Croquettes were a 4/5, they had pretty good flavour but in my opinion I probably would have preferred the mini Mac & Cheese. The Fish Tacos were excellent (5/5), with HUGE pieces of battered fish that were delightfully crispy! I'm a big fan of fish tacos and these were some of the best I've had. The Calamari (5/5) was amazing too, and were breaded, flavourful, and perfect with a drizzle of lemon. I was surprised to see how much calamari was included. It's honestly a great deal for $10! Definitely will be coming here sometime again for another happy hour snack - maybe with some of their $6 sangrias! If you are looking for recommendations, make sure to get the calamari and fish tacos. read more

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Feels like a hidden gem. Went in to try out their happy hour. Wasn't immediately provided the happy hour menu, but available upon request. The venue is nice and much larger than I expected for a corner unit. Reminds me of a Keg but with a little more lighting. Naturally there are a couple of TVs to watch any sports event. Got the bbq beef croquettes, fried calamari, fish tacos, and mini mac & cheese. The bbq beef croquettes were so good. Did not expect this. Lots of beef, and the flavour is perfect. Also such a unique idea. Comes with 6. Fried calamari was the standard deliciousness. Pretty large portion. Fish tacos were sizeable, fish was crispy, and toppings were fresh. Mac and cheese was good, but pretty standard. Nothing to write home about, but in no way disappointing. It's also cooked with my favourite scoobi doo pasta (cavatappi) though. There was only two of us, and this was definitely too much food. They're all pretty heavy items so that may have been the reason too. Three items would probably suffice. If I were to come again for the happy hour, I would get the bbq beef croquettes and fish tacos. If I could eat more, I'd try the whole happy hour menu. I got their Caesar, and it was tasty, but definitely spicy. If you want even more kick, eat the pepper at the end of it... I made the mistake of doing so and my stomach was on fire. Happy hour is definitely worth it. I haven't tried ordering these dishes on the regular menu, but they look like the standard portion (not sized down at all, except for maybe the mini mac and cheese, hence the name). Would come back again to try their regular menu! read more

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I was invited to a company Xmas party. This trendy restaurant is serving up comfort dishes and some bar favourites. The atmosphere here was intimate and at the same time fun. There were a few Xmas parties going on here. We had the private room right beside the front entrance. The set menu had plenty of options for everyone. I went with the following order. 1. Bbq beef croquettes 2. Steak Frites 3. Cathy's Warm Banana Chocolate cake 4. Coconut margarita The beef croquettes were crispy on the outside and the shaved pulled beef brisket was tender and juicy inside. There was dijon aioli dipping sauce which really complimented the croquettes. The steak frites had a large serving of truffle fries with parmesan cheese? Roasted garlic and aioli and the steak had a salsa verde sauce on top. The fries were a bit salty with the parmesan and garlic aioli. The steak was cooked medium rare however the steak was sitting a bit too long the meat wasn't hot. Overall the dish was very good but I guess the kitchen couldn't maintain consistency due to larger group of orders. The dessert was a banana chocolate cake warmed up and served with dulce de leche and vanilla ice cream on the side. The serving size was definitely shareable for future reference. Overall the dinner was great and the servers were all friendly and polite. I would recommend making reservations ahead of time to ensure you get a table. It was relatively busy on a Thursday night. Great mash up comfort food favourites along with some high quality ingredients make this restaurant stand out from the crowd. Give them a try they have two locations : Markham and Whitby. Follow me on IG @whenhungerstrikes17 read more

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I've been to Smash Kitchen a few times and each time the food and service was impeccable. Went today for a friends birthday and since we were a larger group it was a set menu. I got the bbq beef croquettes. Delicious, good sized portion. For my main I got the special. The Cod Étoufée. It was my second time having this dish. It was delicious which is why I picked it again. For dessert you can't go wrong with the Warm Banana Chocolate Toffee Cake with ice cream! Overall the portions are good, food is always delicious and service great! It's one of my favourite places to eat in Markham. read more

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I came by for a Sunday brunch with some friends. They have online reservations so the process was quick and easy. I had originally reserved for a party of 8 and was unable to change to 6 within the system, but I sent a message and the team was able to help me out. I got the Brunch Mac & Cheese, which added breakfast sausage, bacon, pico de gallo, and a sunny side up egg alongside the pasta and cheesy goodness. I appreciate it being presented in the skillet to ensure it arrives HOT! This was definitely filling portion wise, but surprisingly did not leave me feeling overloaded by the cheese. A few of my friends got the benedicts, with the Smash Benedict looking like something I would want to try next time. Service was friendly and was always checking up to make sure things were good, alongside any coffee/water refills. read more

Ordered a smash burger with Upgraded fries. Burger was good and juicy, and the ambiance was classic bar where you can hear others but not to the point you can't chat with your table mates. read more

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I had a Onigiri Burger (I checked and this is not part of their regular menu). Overall, the flavour was good, but it was difficult to eat neatly as the seaweed/rice outer layer tended to break up. Service was excellent and there was a nice ambience. read more

Smash Kitchen & Bar - Onigiri Burger - Comfort Food Near Me - Unionville, Ontario

I've visited here a couple times (always order pasta). This is a sister restaurant to NextDoor. Service is friendly, the pasta dish I get (I believe it's called LA Mac and cheese) is delicious! I've also tried a buratta pasta which I can't recall what it's called but tastes very fresh. The preparation of the Mac and cheese in a cast iron skillet with the bread crumbs - so good! Would recommend as a nice dinner/lunch spot! read more

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Their menu has changed since the last time I visited. I have to say their menu has improved imho. Previously I have had some of their pastas and they were just ok; some basic sauces... some over salted ... This time I ordered their fish and chips based on other reviews. Great fish. Not dry. Thin batter. Exactly what you would want. I devoured it. The fries were just ok. Salted well but did not have a good crisp .. nothing to write home about. But I would order it again because of the fish. Maybe I would replace the fries with a substitute side. It also came with a creamy coleslaw that had a great tang to it. My partner ordered the smash burrito salad. Tastes like what you would expect from a burrito inspired salad. What was unique was the addition of sweet potato. It was seasoned with cumin, so if you don't like cumin, perhaps omit the sweet potatoes. Otherwise, a refreshing not too heavy dish. read more

Smash Kitchen & Bar - Fish and chips - Comfort Food Near Me - Unionville, Ontario

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Haven't been here in so long and it did not disappoint! The food, the service, the atmosphere, amazing! We were there Sunday night and was probably one of the last few tables to wrap up but the staff did not rush us at all and was super friendly. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone! If I had to recommend one thing, the corn dip from the apps is FIRE!!! read more

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My partner and I were meeting his mom for her birthday and mother's day. She was coming from the East and we were coming from the west end of Toronto, so this was actually a good meeting spot in the middle for us. We made a reservation easily online, and said it was for a birthday. It doesn't seem like a very populated area, and is kind of tucked into the corner of a complex of businesses. What that means is there's a decently sized (free) parking lot. When we arrived, we were seated in a room off to the side. The waiter brought a birthday card over for mu partner's mother that included a 10% discount on her next visit. I've never seen a restaurant do that. That was so nice. Our server was really friendly. I had the pulled pork grilled cheese. It was delicious and really big and had a 1/2 sandwich leftover. I upgraded my side to the mac and cheese which was to die for. I really liked how they had so many delicious side options. The menu had really tasty options and really good portions. After our meal, the waiter came over with mini birthday donuts! Another great surprise, and this one was quite delicious. Although I don't see myself in this area that often, it's definitely a good spot for a birthday, and I wouldn't hesitate to make this our go-to meeting spot with my mother-in-law. read more

My family is visiting from the USA and after spending a few days in Montreal and Toronto we were looking for an American style restaurant. This place definitely lived up to the comfort food mantra. The decor is cozy and modern. The staff were super friendly. We really enjoyed the savory comfort food with excellent presentation and flavors were on point. Highly recommend! read more

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Restaurant is in a hidden location, not very visible from the road. We were promptly greeted and seated. Started off with the fried calamari - nice and crispy, good taste, and the croquettes - meh, a bit on the sweet side - wouldn't order again. For the mains, which all had good portion sizes, the table had: Seafood Linguine - Just OK Salmon - Done well, good flavour. Was OK Lamb Shank - this was good. Very tender. Would order this again. Steak Frites - Standard - Good enough. Service was satisfactory, nothing special. I would choose another restaurant before coming back here. I wasn't bad, just nothing special. read more

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Smash kitchen is a little gem located in Markham, hidden in the corner of a plaza. Parking - Parking is located in the front, plentiful and free. Service- Very attentive, organized and well-mannered. The service was very good considering that they were a little busy on the day we went. They were able to get the orders of a 7 person table just right. Food - Generous portions. I am a big fan of their calamari, truffle fries and their fried chicken poutine. As well to top it off, I recommend getting their smash donuts (mmm!!). Food portion is generous, and excellent quality. Drinks to share - you can split the sangria with friends! Patio seating- I recently discovered their back patio area, as I did not know of it before (only thinking that the front patio was their only patio). Me and 6 other friends came here on a rainy day, and figured their back patio (covered) was the perfect place to be. Was looking for a good covered patio for a rainy day, and was not disappointed! Pricing - $$ Recommend stopping by Smash kitchen to eat and spend some good time with friends (on an outdoor patio!) read more

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I had a smashin' good experience! This review is similar to my recent Yelp elite perk, but I ordered truffle mac and cheese with the donuts. I deem June donut month because I feel like I've been consuming donuts every week. I was excited to try the donuts at Smash Kitchen, which is a ten-minute drive from my home. It has been ages since I dropped by this eatery, which is the original. It has a second location in Whitby that I dropped by last summer. It used to have a key lime pie on the dessert menu eons ago that I adored. To date, it was the best key lime pie that I have ever had. Last Saturday, I wanted to order takeout for dinner and bundle it with the donut perk. I called at 4 pm and asked if I could place an order for pickup at 5:30 pm. I thought that it would be enough time. Nope. The man on the other end sounded borderline overwhelmed. He let me know that the soonest pickup time would be 6:45 pm. It dawned on me that it was Father's Day weekend. I felt for him. I decided to skip picking up anything here during Father's Day weekend. I thanked him. He thanked me for understanding. On Monday, after hitting a clinic in Brampton for my second vaccination shot, I decided to place my order for dinner here. I called and spoke to a different male staffer who was so nice. He let me know that he had to switch phones to get to the order kiosk and put me on hold for maybe ten seconds. He asked what I would like. I ordered the truffle mac and cheese. I then asked if I could also pick up my Yelp elite perk. He said yes without any hesitation. He jotted down my name. I asked if I could pick it up at 6 pm, giving the place two hours to prepare. We were good. I thanked him. Man, I have forgotten how horrible rush hour traffic is heading eastbound. I have been working from home for over a year that all that stop-and-go nonsense traffic came back. I eventually took highway 7 and got to Smash Kitchen at exactly 6 pm. Great time prediction! There was no problem finding a spot to back into. I casually walked over. The patio looked so pretty. The doors were propped wide open. I appreciated not touching a thing. I hit the bar. I saw a paper bag with ears on the counter. It had my name on it. I was happy to see it. The stressed man on Saturday greeted me. I recognized his voice under the mask. I said that I was Mary. He was so nice and easy going. Quite the contrast! The bar still looks gorgeous and classy as I remembered it to be. I let him know. He was proud at how great it looks, too. I thanked him for his help and happily walked out with my goodies. I then drove home. If you order any mac and cheese here, you know that you get a lot of it. I had two options, because I knew I couldn't eat everything in one sitting: - Eat all the mac and cheese, and have a single donut - Eat half the mac and cheese, and eat all the donuts I went with the second option. Yep, donuts matter. I had half the truffle mac and cheese first. My go-to is the shrimp and crab, but love mushrooms that I had to get it. It had the same cavatappi pasta, but the truffle cheese sauce was outstanding. The roasted mushrooms were generous in size and bite frequency. I loved the caramelized onions and goat cheese, along with the herb crumble on top. Excellent! The donuts were still warm and fresh. They were carefully packed in a cardboard box and had its signature cape gooseberry on top, like Cathy's warm banana chocolate toffee cake does. They were fluffy and pillowy. They had cinnamon and sugar on top, with dulce de leche. Surprisingly, they weren't overly sweet. I wasn't bouncing off walls afterwards on a sugar high. They were so good. I had an excellent takeout experience. I simply need to remember to avoid Father's Day weekend placing an order, or plan for takeout three hours in advance. (252) read more

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