I ordered the lobster tail and it made me so happy…read more I usually make lobster rolls at home, but this one had a different feel, also the buns are thicker which made it more enjoyable. Service is always very kind and quick. As for the environment, a dimlit area makes it perfect for a well cooked steak or a date night!

Friendly neighbourhood steakhouse…read more Ambiance: The restaurant is located on Yonge Street close to North York Centre, and is in a very busy area. The restaurant itself is quite dimly lit at night, with tables spaced apart and is great for families or romantic nights out, or a group of friends. We went to celebrate a friend's birthday and booked a large area of tables that were combined. Food: The steak is consistent each and every time we visit, cooked to a medium-rare that I requested. The vegetables and twice-baked potato were also beautifully presented. However, it was a bit lacking in flavour, was expecting some more salt on the steak and veggies. The blue cheese flavour also didn't really come through, it just tasted like normal butter. Service: Our server was very friendly and personable, cracking jokes throughout the night and making it a fun time for the group. Everyone got their dinner orders around the same time, except the prime rib sandwich which came a little after but no big deal. Consistently reliable, not bad but nothing extraordinary either

$10 wings! UNION…read moresocial has their Social Hour everyday with different specials! Wednesday is $10 for a pound of wings and $19.95 pitchers of beer! These wings were Buffalo butter flavored with gorgonzola dipping sauce. Really good wings.

This was one first visit and this location (Yonge and Sheppard) has a very odd ambiance when you…read morefirst walk in. There was no vibe. The hostess was friendly. The restaurant is freezing so opted to sit outside in the shaded patio. The service is SUPER slow and the server didn't seem to be all together. She spilled water on a customer and never came back to our table until much later. She originally came to our table every minute which was too much!! The food was average your typical Canadian food. The fish and chips was the best tasting dish and their fries. The kids chicken tenders with fries wasn't crispy. My child didn't really enjoy it! We also got the shrimp tacos and deluxe burger. The shrimp didn't have much flavour. This restaurant overall need to be renovated and a deep scrub down because it looks dirty and really dark. There was no apology for the slow service and the sever didn't look happy to be there. She was the only server working with about 23 customers. The restaurant is very short staffed. There was a server who worked downstairs that I noticed he kept dropping things here and there! The entire restaurant was unorganized. Very disappointing first experience!

I came with a few coworkers for lunch because we saw that they had new Lunch Combos that seemed…read morelike really good value. I've attached an image of the lunch combos. The restaurant is located inside the Empress Walk Mall and they do offer free parking for 2 hours so make sure you validate your parking ticket before leaving. The inside of the restaurant was modernly decorated and seating was very spacious and comfortable. The washrooms were really clean as well and service was exceptional. The waiter came and took away empty plates, replenished water and replaced our grill plates in a timely manner. We ordered 2 Combo A's and 1 Combo B which was $15.99 and $19.99 respectively. Each combo comes with 1 appetizer, seasonal veggies, salad, rice, kimchi, lettuce, miso soup, dessert and the different types of meats that comes with each combo. Everything tasted quite delicious and honestly this was a ton of food for the price. They might've made a mistake and gave us 2 portions of their beef since we ordered 2 Chicken Combo's and 1 Beef combo but we somehow ended up with more beef than chicken. If I do had to nitpick, I would say that the pork belly and their beef slices were really thin but at this price, that is to be expected. Unfortunately for dessert, they didn't have soft serve so I opted for their creme brulee which was so soft, creamy and delicious. I just wished it was a bit bigger. I tried my coworker's mango sago and it was creamy with just the right level of sweetness and wasn't too tart. I would highly recommend this place for their lunch combos but it's only available between 12pm-4pm on weekdays. These combos are great options for people that don't necessarily want to do their AYCE menu but still want some Japanese BBQ. I'll definitely come back and maybe try their lunch or dinner AYCE. Overall though, it was a fantastic lunch and all 3 of us were really full.

Shinta oh Shinta, what happened?! We've been visiting a few…read moretimes a year since they opened, but this past week, there was a noticeable decline in quality and service. We went past peak lunch, so it wasn't like the place was full or busy. Food was alright. Some beef cuts were questionable and thickness was not uniform, but seasoning and tenderness made up for it. The lady taking care of our table made multiple order mistakes, said yes to grill exchange but never actually did it, first order of briskets never came, and just a lot of downtime in general. The spoons were noticeably unclean, and one of the cups smells very strongly of bleach. When we asked for new cups, we were given Second Cup paper cups lol what... It was also depressing to see Costco salt and pepper sitting on the tabletop, no additional effort to even hide the supply price point. Not sure if we will be back.

Try all of the middle eastern appetizers. Good Israeli wines. Friendly efficient service.read more

My wife, two friends and I had dinner there in late May while we were visiting from South Florida…read more The staff was very accommodating in making sure that we had a great experience. Our waitress explained everything on the menu to our satisfaction. She and the owner were very attentive. The food was delicious. While the ride from downtown Toronto was longer than expected it was worth the effort. Can't say I will be back, but if your Kosher and looking for a great place to eat in Toronto this is the place.

Always a hit and a staple for my friend group. Made resos in advance and they validate your parking…read morefor you underground if you're dining with them. Service is good, vibes are good, food is good and solid as always. Here's what we got: Frozen bellinis 5/5 - Can't go wrong with this as a drink. Slushy, sweet and refreshing. Ceviche 4/5 - This is good and a great starter. Fried calamari 4/5 - Always a great appie that I like to get. Came with a great dipping sauce. Truffle fries 5/5 - Another item we always get since it's so good for sharing and delicious. Rigatoni bolognese 4/5 - Comforting and came with truffled pecorino and slow cooked beef and pork ragu. Deep flavours and delicious. Blackened creole chicken 5/5 - Our favourite main dish hands down. It's cooked with cajun spices, creole butter, and served with mash and vegs. Overall, Cactus Club never disappoints and always hits the spot!

Sunday family dinner to celebrate a birthday and the experience just left a negative taste to the…read moremouth. Service was just so slow. When we got there at 6 pm, restaurant was 40% full and by the time we left around 8:15, restaurant was 80% full? I mean there were a lot of tables but even then, we couldn't find a server to wave down. We finished our meal and waited 30-40 minutes before we saw our server and were able to get takeout boxes for two plates of food. Then she disappeared again and then we mentioned on booking and when we sat down that it was a birthday but they didn't do anything for us or even offered a dessert menu. We didn't even ask for it when after another ten mins someone else came by and asked if we wanted the bill. We just wanted to leave at that point. Food was alright, standard fare but chicken tenders could use more flavouring even though it was nice and crisp but inside meat lacked flavour. Ceviche was alright but a bit too fishy and more salty than citrusy which we prefer. One of the steaks was dry and seemed overcooked as well. No one came to check up on us so we couldn't even tell them about it. Wishes we had spent the $300 elsewhere.

This is my go-to butcher in the 3km vicinity of Yonge-Eglinton. They have really amazing quality…read morebeef and services. Highly recommended are the skirt steaks, short ribs and the petit tender which is actually a tender cut off the chuck. Amazing for steaks at really affordable price. There is also a wide range of condiments to pair your meat with, as well as a frozen section with great looking sausages. Tip: they also have an online store but for the best variety and advice, call ahead. The butchers are more than happy to guide you through what's best for the day/weekend.

Before the days of gluten free, fat free, low sodium diets and the trend towards healthy eating,…read morepeople would sometimes be in the mood for a well made greasy burger. You old timers know what I'm talking about, the kind of food that gives you the "itis" (look it up in an urban dictionary) and puts you in a food coma. Well! Butcher's Son knows how to put together a juicy, medium rare burger. Their special today was a brisket burger with double smoked bacon, a fried tomato and BBQ aoili. I loved the patty but what stood out for me was the delicious bacon: thick cut, smoky, crispy but not hard with a perfect fat to meat ratio. I just thought they were only a butcher's shop but they offer so much more. They have home made soups and chilis, single serve pot pies, lasagna, mini pizzas. There are marinated individual chicken breasts and marinated whole chickens, also Salem's Lott Scary Hot Sauces for sale and a small selection of goodies from Leah's bakery. I was eyeing their gorgeously marbled steaks; I can't wait to come back to try it in their sandwiches! Friendly and helpful staff.

Food 5/5 Vibe 4/5…read moreService 4/5 If you're looking to eat Japanese food, and also Korean food, this will be your favorite restaurant. Personally I actually do enjoy their Japanese food over their Korean food The sushi platters or combo are super filling and a relatively bigger size than a normal sushi, but there isn't too much rice, which is even better! Pricing wise I do think it's a little bit more on the pricier end but they do do daily special which sometimes you could really get a great deal and be so full afterwards so definitely check that out before you visit them

Came here late on a Friday night around 9pm for dinner…read more Food-shared a 4 main entree preset dinner menu that included sweet & sour pork, jjajang, sashimi platter & jjampong. Hit the spot!!! A little bit of everything to share. Generous portions. Flavourful pork,. Loved the jjampong, generous seafood portions & tasty soup base. A great balance of Korean dishes to share for 2-3 people. Service- fast, efficient, ordering via barcode. Attended to us in a timely manner. Ambiance - casual, enough room for small groups, and plenty of tables. Overall, would definitely come back and try other things on the menu, as well as recommend to others!

I was quite skeptical about trying out this place as the interior was a very basic. Upon sitting…read moredown with a graded and presented with the option of drinks. This is not a place to have drinks as everything that was offered or suggested on bar rail was very cheap alcohol (Smirnoff, cheap rum no belevedere or high end stuff).. so we decided to just stick to whiskey (jack Daniels). We decided to get a charcuterie board which was all kosher beef. It was delicious so we decided to order a main course, since there were two of us we opted for the 32oz steak and decided we would just share. I have to say being a food junkie and having tried over 100s of restaurants, the flavour in the steak was just Unbelievable! I must say do not judge this restaurant by its design or bar menu... But just wait until you try it's authentic home made recipe style food! Will definitely return!!

Great atmosphere for a fine dining experience. The food was wonderful and excellent customer…read moreservice, the waitress frequently came to our table to refill the water. I ordered the 42 oz Tomahawk steak and it was more than enough for 2 person. I also love their beef taco as they were very juicy and flavourful. It's definitely a try if you have not been there before.

When I'm craving a loaded sandwich, grill gate is my weakness! Not only is their beef freshly…read moreshaved thin and seasoned perfectly, the servers are so sweet. I also like the interior of the restaurant, it is family style and perfect for gatherings or even a casual date night.

I was in the area after visiting Yorkdale and decided to try this spot for the first time…read more The inside was a bit tiny, but definitely a cozy feeling. There's a few small tables and chairs, with a bathroom on the downstairs level. Our server was very patient and kind with us. She greeted us as soon as we walked in, provided us menus, and told us to call her over once we're ready. We ordered the steak and grilled chicken sandwich, along with fries on the side. The grilled chicken sandwich was filled with sauce, red onions, grilled onions, cheese, grilled chicken and mushrooms. As for the steak sandwich, it had steak, bacon bits, and sauce. In my opinion, the sauce and cheese was an overload which drowned out the flavour of the food. I couldn't quite taste the meat very well. It was a decent, packed sandwich, I would just recommend asking for little sauce and less cheese, so the other flavours stand out. The fries were crispy on the outside, and the sauce they came with was nice and creamy. I'd recommend splitting the sandwich between 2-3 people. I couldn't finish one on my own because of the large portion, so I decided to take the rest home. This would be a great spot if you're looking for large, filling meals, or leftovers that'll carry on for the next few days.

Solid meal big portions…read more Came here for a social lunch and tried the patio for the first time. It's nice but there were lots of wasps/bees around. The restaurant should get those helicopter like devices that shoo the insects away. Had the shishito peppers and crispy seafood. Former was a large portion and well cooked. Latter was good but a little too much batter. I had the prime rib dip which was very large but the dip was a touch too thick and I think the sandwich was better off without the dip. Came with steak cut fries which were nice. My wife had the grilled chicken penne and that was mediocre with overcooked chicken. For dessert we shared a good and large crème brule. Had the jolly miller cocktail and it was an apple cinnamon delicious drink.

I went for brunch. Beautiful patio, chill vibe. Enjoyed my salmon Benedict. I will say the menu is…read moreexpensive but they do have buttonless mimosas for $14.