This non descript place is truly a great place for those really in the know. I took our vegan out…read moreof country guests and I was shocked by how excellent the food and service were in this very clean place. It looks very ordinary and unpromising from the outside but it is superb. Highly recommended.

If you're looking for a vegetarian restaurant in downtown I would highly recommend coming here…read more It's a hidden gem! My family and I have been here many times for dinner, the food has always been great and they have kept their prices low. It's certainly affordable and the portion is quite decent. It's always a satisfying meal, never disappoints.

Got the "Feed Me", cause i was hungry. Really liked the interior and vibes of the restaurant, but…read morebar seating was cramped and uncomfortable. Service was extremely attentive and quick. Really good vegan spot, would reccomend. Scrumptious Rice Cake: A great start! The rice cake had a unique texture. Almost custard-like, but with a more solid structure. The radish had a great bite, but was a bit over-marinated in soy sauce. Cucur Sayur: Light and crisp fried bites. The red pepper sauce brightened up the fritters by adding a hint of sweetness. Char Siu Bao: A well-excuted vegan dish. The seitan is really meaty, albeit lacking some of the chew of pork. Wouldve enjoyed it more if they went a bit lighter on the scallion mayo. Acar Kale Salad: A refreshing, acidic, and slightly sweet salad. Really enjoyed this one. Shroom Braise: A dish that should be delicious in theory, but falters in execution. The plating is a bit too small, the sauce a tad too salty, the mushrooms a bit rubbery. The dish also needed something to break up the strong umami present in each bite.

They even started offering a six-course tasting menu ($55 per person) allowing the table to sample…read more60% of their offerings. It started with some scrumptious cakes ($14; normally 4 to an order), a soft steamed rice cake topped with finely chopped preserved radish. Much silkier than radish cake, it's a cross between that and silken tofu. And while the sweet and salty radish relish was a good start, the dish needed something else (maybe scallions or fried shallots) and more of their famous sambal as I couldn't taste a lick of heat. One dish that stood the test of time is the dhal and roti ($14), a deeply flavoured yellow lentil curry topped with onion chili oil. Yet, it's the flaky Malay roti that really makes the dish - piping hot and well toasted with crispy edges. I could eat this with a dip, as a wrap, or stuffed. If dining a la carte, it may be wise to order some of the roti with the satay veg ($19), to dip into the thick savoury peanut sauce but also to counteract the saltiness of the dish. Served without a side, the vegetables didn't need so much seasoning, especially the rapini which almost seemed like it was marinated in salt water. It'd be wise for Fat Choi to serve this with rice. Plenty of slices of "barbeque pork" seitan are tucked into a fluffy steamed bun to create the char siu bao ($19). It's tasty, sandwiched with a large slice of pickled daikon, leaf lettuce, and scallion mayo. We all agreed something has changed with the prosperity tossed slaw ($24). It's still made with twenty ingredients that create a cacophony of textures, but the ratio of the ingredients has changed - more cabbage and radish and less herbs? Perhaps it just wasn't dressed with enough of the yuzu plum dressing and way too many peanuts, but the salad just didn't pack that punch of flavour of the past. The same can't be said about the cumin noods ($26). If you're a fan of Northern Chinese dishes like dan dan noodles, grilled lamb skewers and hand-pulled noodles, the dish is the baby born from the trio. But you must like cumin as there's tons of it! Crumbled tofu was flavoured with the spice, a light helping of numbing Szechuan pepper (thank you!), chili oil, and Chinese vinegar to create a spicy and savoury concoction. The flat ribbons of noodles had a lovely springy texture and could hold up against the sauce. Make sure to get a bite with the crunchy celery, scallions, and micro greens as they help balance out the cumin.

Ugh so delicious so delicious…read more Was on a bike ride in the east end and got a little hungry. Happened to stumble on this place. If you see my first review you'll know Im all about vital life. This was delicious, was recommended the jerk and it is perfect. Very kind lady at the front, lovely little spot off broadview.

I traveled to Toronto and was super late to "vita life" and I called around a hour before they…read moreclosed and they was truly understanding and pleasant about our last min dine in and I'm truly happy they accepted us but let me tell you about this lovely dish it was packed with so much flavor and spices I'm sooo happy I was able to experience their delicious food. And thank you again!!!

Came here on a Friday evening and enjoyed a nice view by the window, I definitely recommend…read more Service -Really solid service the waiter was very nice and engaging -Always checked on us and made sure we were doing okay Food -French Onion soup, great portions with amazing quality -This was a recommendation from the waiter and it really impressed me with flavour -Soup was rich with flavour and the textures were great -Steak was 10/10, sauce accompanied the meat very well -Fries had cheese that I really enjoyed Environment -Really beautiful interior, I like the environment they created Definitely recommend this spot, I also hear they have really nice night parties that they throw and I have to come back for that.

The atmosphere was so cozy and intimate. It's a small little restaurant on the ossington strip and…read moreit's super romantic. They are knowing for having farm to table food and great cocktails. We ordered the burrata, the spinach dip and the cauliflower. I also got the chai espresso martini for a cocktail. The burrata was mind blowing, it had a nice combination of creamy from the burrata and sweet from the roasted vegetables. I ate this up so fast, it was so good. The spinach dip was too cheesy it overwhelmed us a bit. It also overpowered the spinach. The cauliflower was spicy and nice but it was too saucy and overwhelming as well. The chai espresso martini was very nice but I couldn't taste the chai, it just tasted like a regular espresso martini, but it was very nicely made. They also had a private event booked at 9:45 and they didn't let us know before our reservation so it was really frustrating and docked a .5, making this place a 3.5. Definitely did not seem professional to do that. Overall a good experience, and would most likely return if they don't book a private event and tell me after I sit down I have to leave after an hour.

Finally had the chance to eat here and brought omni friends who were visiting. The plant based menu…read moreis delicious. The apps, the pasta, and the magical dessert. The drinks are well made too and the wine list is nice. Many reviewers are commenting on the price. It's Toronto. Everything is expensive. It's a high end restaurant with food to match. You get what you pay for. We loved our meals and the ambiance. Can't wait to dine here again.

Absolutely to die for - everyone must add Gia to their itinerary; perfect for vegans and…read morevegetarians alike, clearly noted GF / NF / DF / Vegan items. Decadent flavors and perfect serving sizes. I feel like the price an accurately matches the value, I would eat here every day if I could! Cute interior, elevated experience and very kind staff

I was visiting out of town & had made reservations at Bellona through a recommendation. It was…read moreraining and lots of traffic due to all the concerts going on in Toronto. Unfortunately, we were 20-25mins late. I knew they only allowed a 15min window. We arrived and I did tell them if they still couldn't fit us in, then I understood. Long story short, they told us to wait 5-10mins and if the next reservation didn't show up, they could seat us. Luckily, we got seated. The staff was nice, the place is cozy and had good vibes. The food was good. The chocolate red wine cake for dessert was really good. I recommend this place.

Another amazing time here, we made reservations and got seated right away, the owner was serving us…read moreand was nice. The parking is pretty bad but we were able to find a spot after a few mins. The food was phenomenal again but the pizza this time had puddles of oil which was taking away from the taste a bit. The vegan meatball sliders were exceptional and my bf absolutely loved them. The fries were fine, I just didn't like the cook on them but the balsamic glaze and vegan parm on it was great. I recommend this place 10000% for anyone with sophisticated tastebuds.

Had a Maple Squash bowl from them and it was delicious!…read more Loved the ingredients and proportions. Would go back. Their chocolate chip cookies are top tier too. Only downside is that it's a bit on the pricey side with bowls starting at about $17 each.

30 bucks for a bad corporate slop bowl, no beef option, understaffed and took forever, steer clearread more

Hands down this is the best restaurant in Toronto. Came across Byblos on accident and now it is a…read morepermanent stop for me anytime I am in the city. I got the harissa roasted half chicken and it was excellent. I guess the secret lies somewhere between the recipe and their charcoal grill that they are grandfathered into having. Nothing on the rest of the menu misses either. Short rib Kebab, stuffed olives, everything. Great atmosphere, great service, and easily one of my favorite meals in Toronto.

Byblos Downtown is an absolute standout in Toronto for Eastern Mediterranean cuisine. The ambiance…read moreis stylish, warm, and sophisticated, making it an incredible spot for special occasions, date nights, or a memorable meal with friends. handcrafted cocktails and incredible family-style dishes meant to be shared. Standouts like the Lamb Shank, Turkish Manti dumplings, and Black Truffle Rice are packed with rich, aromatic flavors and beautifully presented. The service is attentive, professional, and well-paced throughout the entire evening. It's easily one of the best dining experiences the city has to offer.

A totally unexpected surprise…read more We were hankering for meatless/less heavy, and stumbled upon this charming Vietnamese restaurant. A tiny, family business who provide a quiet, serene and pleasant dining experience. NO MUSIC. BONUS! Spouse had the "bun bo Hue" and myself the "crab and fish maw". Hubby said that the taste and texture of the seitan (glutens) were on point. The "fish maw" in my crab soup had a perfect fish maw texture! We polished both off our dishes in record time and felt good about what we ate. I'm not a vegan but sometimes you just want something light and sustaining. HIGHLY recommend this restaurant. The owners/staff are nice to their customers.

I went to this restaurant with a group of six after a friend highly recommended it. When we first…read morewalked in, I immediately noticed the space was packed with way more tables and chairs than it could realistically handle. It felt a bit cramped, and with everyone turning to look at us, it was a little awkward- definitely one of those we just walked into the wrong party moments. Once we got seated, we were handed menus with numbers and asked to write down the codes for what we wanted. I wasn't super hungry, so I ordered the spicy tofu and spring rolls as appetizers, while the rest of the group ordered a variety of noodle dishes. One by one, the dishes started arriving, and I have to say, the portions were generous and everything I tasted was really flavorful. But then I kept waiting for my food, and by the time everyone else was nearly done eating, the server came over to say they had run out of crispy tofu. On top of that, we had ordered two spring rolls and only received one, even though we clearly marked "x2" on the sheet. At that point, it didn't make sense to order something else and wait another 20 minutes to eat alone, so I just ordered a spring roll and rice chicken roll to go. Overall, the noodle dishes were delicious and definitely something I'd come back for. But the restaurant could really use some improvements in organization, space management, and order accuracy.

Pai is always consistently delivering with flavourful dishes and an ambiance that fits perfectly!…read moreMy go-to is always the Green curry with chicken, but also tried the Pad See Ew, Pad Thai, and skewers with sticky rice! Service is ok, but don't expect too much.

Overall, a good experience. The food was excellent, the ambiance was pleasant, and the service was…read moredecent with some room for improvement.