Drinks are fine but the food is truly abysmal. Do not recommend eating here under any circumstances.

Jackie was a great server and prices were much cheaper than I was expecting. spent a few hours here and it was great, will come back again

After our delicious lunch at Pancho y Emiliano, my husband and I discovered The Last Temptation as we wandered around Kensington Market and decided to stop in for a drink. When we saw the menu, we were shocked -- everything was SO DAMN CHEAP. The menu, which was very extensive (burgers, sandwiches, typical pub food, etc) had many items under or around $10, and drinks (wine, beer, cocktails) were equally as inexpensive. We were stuffed from our amazing lunch at Pancho y Emiliano, so we only had drinks -- beer for him and wine for me. While the wine wasn't amazing, it was perfectly drinkable, and at $6 or $7 for a 9oz (I don't quite recall the price, but it was very cheap), I wasn't complaining. Even though we didn't have anything to eat and only stopped in for a couple of drinks, we were impressed with how inexpensive everything was -- a rare find. We would have liked to have gone back again, but unfortunately, our itinerary on our much-too-short trip to Toronto didn't allow for another visit. However, when my flight from Toronto to Louisville, via Chicago, was cancelled due to bad weather in Chicago and I had to spend an extra night in Toronto (my husband had flown back to Vancouver), I decided to make the most of a bad situation and I went back to The Last Temptation to have cheap food and get drunk. Because it was pouring rain in Toronto, the place was fairly empty, so I was just able to chill and hang out, drinking and reading my Louisville guide book at my leisure. I ordered nachos and a half liter of wine, and even with the "extravagant" $3 charge for the chicken add-on to the nachos, the bill was under $30, before tip. The nachos were loaded (no skimping on cheese and toppings despite only being $8.25, before the $3 add-on), and I couldn't even finish them -- they were very substantial, and pretty tasty too -- low price does't always mean poor quality. The Last Temptation is a typical dive bar -- basic pub food and nothing much to look at, but the low prices make it four stars in my books. While it sucked that my flight was cancelled, I'm glad that I had the opportunity to go back, and next time my husband I are in Toronto, we will definitely stop in. [Yelp collections: Toronto/Niagara Falls 2021; Cheap Wine; Poor and hungry?] read more

Cheap drinks, generous pours, lively patio - perfect for people watching on a Friday night. Make a pit stop on your pub crawl or end you night with a pint - you can't go wrong. read more

Drinks are nice and well priced. However, worst food I've ever had in my life. The chef looks novice and food preparation was questionable. Wings were sparse and looked like they were sourced from a very hungry farm. Fries were completely raw and served with a chunky sauce I assume was spicy ketchup? Stranger overall. read more

The Last Temptation - Worst wings I have ever had. I thought they were pranking me - Bars Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

I knew I was gonna love this place the moment our server told my buddy to take his shirt off so she could better see his tattoos. In all seriousness I I've been coming here for what seems like my entire adult life and it has always been great. The vibe, the staff, the menu, the music, literally all of it has been the poster child of Kensington Market for as long as I have been schlepping my way downtown to bathe in culture and I love it continues to thrive. Unquestionably one of the best places to spend an afternoon drinking beer and relaxing in the whole city. read more

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I'm so glad this patio was open and available for brunch this weekend. Food was good, hot and quickly served. Good place to stop for a quick bite, we sat on the patio, the only downfall was the hornets that felt they could stop by and eat for free! read more

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Took a break from vintage shopping in Kensington Market and thirsty for a martini. (Note: This is not the place for a martini.) The server was really sweet and tried her best and used this as a training exercise in cocktail making. You can't be mad at that! So we were her guinea pigs which was fun but decided a vodka coke was safer. We all laughed about it. We did not eat here but the server was really pleasant and kept us entertained. It's pretty dingy and looks like a good dive bar for later in the evenings. I'd go back for a beer but not a cocktail. read more

This dive spot let's me sit with my dog ON the patio, not tied up outside it, which is really nice in the summer. I know this is illegal, but all the locals seem to really appreciate it. Booze is cheap (especially pitchers) and they serve until 2 nightly. Food is cheap (right cheap!) and is decent. I usually go for the brie and avocado sandwich on a croissant, or the tom yum soup. Others I've been with have really enjoyed the pad thai or the all day breakfast. Movember Game: This month, try to tell the Mo Bros from the hipsters. Dare ya! PS: I started this review as a 3/4, and after reflecting on the amazing people watching one can do from this patio/window seat, I upped it. Can't beat being drunk in the afternoon and making up peoples stories. read more

Yummy drinks, yummy food, very affordable. great servers. It was warm during the summer because there wasn't air conditioning but it was still a relief from outside & the food made it worth it :) read more

I went here after work one saturday night. The one thing that was clear from all that I heard about this place was it was cheap with a chill vibe. I am proud to say that after experiencing just one evening there, it completely lives up to the buzz. Everything was inexpensive. I ordered a Woo Woo cocktail and paid $4 bucks for it. I remember it having peach schnapps and vodka. Very easy on the palette. If you don`t like sweet drinks just look at the drinks special board and pick something else to your liking. The food prices are absolutely ridiculous! Burgers cost 3.95, my friend. Order it even if you aren`t hungry! Now, I`ll have to admit that none of us were blown away by the food. I wasn`t expecting much for the price I was paying. It`s a great place to go with folks that just want to hang out without any snootiness. On top of all those wonderful things, the staff are friendly and prompt. read more

Very central location, kind of nice staff, may be a good option for a chill out beer experience although terrible food (like, terrible). I ordered hot chicken wings and I ended up getting undercooked, nothing but crispy, dipped in a ketchup-like red sauce weird things. My friend ordered a crepe and the thing they brought was anything but a crepe. The dough reminded me of a tortilla, of course not fresh, with some huge portion of sour cream on top. The patio might accommodate large groups for drinks. You have zillions of cheap and delicious food options around, so do not waste your time here. Last but not least; the service is beyond slow even though the restaurant isn't full capacity -due to some connection problems etc. they aren't able to make you pay at the table, so you have to go to the bar- Toilets; not clean. read more

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3.5 stars I say! This is exactly what I picture when I think "Kensington establishment". Cheap and pleasant, and in my mind it's a far better version of The Red Room. Service was not the quickest but it was definitely friendly, it is very run down looking but not in a bad way? (at least it did the night I went with it's very low lighting). The washroom was surprisingly cleaner than I expected, but then again I did have low expectations. I ordered myself some french onion soup and a spicy chicken dish, and that is why this review is not a 4 star one. Both were below par, the "spicy" chicken was not spicy at all (yes I realise I'm Sri Lankan and spicy does not hold the same meaning to me as it does to most people here). But I was too hungry to really care. However there's a great atmosphere, cheap drinks and friendly staff and I would not hesitate to visit again, and would like to check it out in the light of day as well. read more

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Right off the bat - I haven't had much food from here and am ranking this solely as a patio/dive bar experience. This place has a decent sized patio in Kensington Market. The inside is dive bar-y opens onto the patio so you still get some fresh air coming in. Beer and food prices are cheap -- a pitcher is $17 and you can get a snack for $5-$6. Last time I came here, we tried the veggie spring rolls and they were decent. There is not a huge beer selection here. The service is friendly but hit and miss on being attentive. I definitely wouldn't come here looking for a gourmet meal or fancy beer -- but I'd suggest this if you want to nibble on something and get some cheap drinks. read more

Ah... another cheap place in Toronto which is generally raved about by all my friends. And this is better than the last (cheap) place that I reviewed, and once again it really came down to the service. Unlike the Java House, the service here was of alright friendliness, no one forgot about us, and we didn't have to see a waitress cry. The atmosphere was what you expect from a dive restaurant. Dark and dingy, and that kind of atmosphere that borders on making you worry that you might get an infection if you ever cut yourself. But despite my jokes I get why people enjoy it. It's relaxed and accessible. My friends and I all had bacon cheeseburgers and wine (a most classy combination) because with our student budgets, the 6.50$ (or something like that) was a great deal. To be honest, we were all pleasantly surprised by the quality of the meat and veggies in our burger. The fries weren't too bad either! I look forward to visiting here again once this city defrosts. read more

- Two Jagger bombs and a single shot of Jagger... $18 - Two shots of Malibu... $6 - Amazing Pad Thai...$8 - Foozeball... Free - A/C... Broken! - Ending every Sunday night kickball game with a pint surrounded by a crew of amazing rowdy 20-30 something hispsters... PRICELESS! read more

I came to the Last Temptation for my birthday this year. It was a lot of fun. Most staff would roll their eyes at a large party, but they helped us get a table together, brought food & drinks out in a timely matter, & were really attentive to all new arrivals to the table (people were coming in and out). Seriously, most places would not be cool with this, but they were really relaxed & yet attentive. Get the sangria & get the pad thai & drink, smoke and eat to your hearts content. It gets five stars, because it is the best out of all of its peers. Usually if these places seem clean enough to eat, the service is really bad (nirvana, redroom). If the service is good, usually I'd die before I ate there (green room). Compared to these types of places, the last temptation really is as good as it gets. read more

A Kensington Market institution. The Last Temptation has a great patio in the summer and is super cozy when it's cold outside. Oozes with character just like the surrounding market and the clientele that visit regularily. The food ain't nothing to write home about but at least you get what you pay for and that's a good thing if you're scraping by as a student or starving artist or just generally broke. Drinks are cheap too. Bonus. read more

I went to the Last Temptation for the first time a couple months ago, and have been a handful of times since. As the other reviews said, it's definitely a really cool, chill place to grab a few drinks and ridiculously cheap (I mean SO cheap!) food. I've seen the same bartender everytime I've been, and it's pretty clear that it's full of regulars and everyone kind of knows each other. That all makes for a very cool vibe, and it makes me kinda want to be one of those regulars, haha! With cheap drinks and like I said, very inexpensive food, it's a place that I can afford to go to even on my pathetic student budget. The patio is large and the inside is pretty cozy. And the staff are friendly but not overly so. So if you're in the market, definitely be sure to check it out, you won't be disappointed. read more

Great place to hang out and chill. Until you hear the owner's wife yelling at her employees. How rude. I hope she learns some manners. It's a Saturday night and people are trying to eat in peace. Very unprofessional. read more

Wow.... yes... it is cheap beer and food. You get what you pay for. Nacho's came with just cheese.... yeah... no salsa or anything. 3$ calameri anyone? It was freezing in this place.... I asked for a hot water and lemon, she gave me the candle, she said it would last longer. I will not go back. In all fairness she did bring the water after. read more

The Temp as it's called by regulars and locals is pure Kensington Market. The patio in the summer is a great place to stop for a cheap beer and casually run into friends on a Saturday shop. I like it best in the winter though, when it's cold and the Temp is a warm, candle lit joint with bartenders that can carry a decent conversation. Like most Kensington Market joints, the staff live in the market and hang out there as well. The food is good for what it is, cheap. Pad Thai is okay, greasy breakfast, even better. The service is up and down, but you don't go here for fine dinning or a quick meal. It's the charm baby, the charm that sucks you back in. read more

Cheap drinks, attentive service and ok decor. You'll like it if you like dive bars and indie rock or old school rock. I'm not a fan of the music, but I like the prices and im not put off by the shabby interior. I've always overlooked this place til last year and the ~$5.75 2oz cocktails are delicious! I recommend the orange pekoe blueberry tea with grandmarnier and amaretto read more

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You can't go wrong with cheap drinks and cheap food. If you're picky with atmosphere and, dare I say, cleanliness, go at night, avoid the washroom, and stay out at the front or patio area. Despite that my friend's and I like this place. It's a cozy little recluse from the city, especially at night, when the patio lights are all lit up. Best valued pitchers and pints I believe. The food isn't spectacular, but it's decent and cheap. Go for the burger and fries combo, a regular special and favorite. So is the pad thai, but I've never tried it though.. read more

It's cheap, but disappointing. Prices are low, but so is the quantity and quality of the food. There are far superior options in Kensington Market and China Town for the same price. The service, despite being friendly, can be slow and distracted. Good for a cheap drink, especially if you have a decent sized group or you want to sit on the patio. For food, go elsewhere. read more

Stopped in here after work with a couple of friends for a quick and cheap dinner. We ordered a ton of food and everything was just ok. I ordered the 'hot' chicken wings along with a side of sweet potato fries. The wings were only 'meh'...the wing sauce was way too sweet, more BBQ than hot sauce and since I like my wings hot, I was a bit disappointed. The sweet potato fries were also average, though the flavour of the fries clearly indicated that their fryer grease was VERY clean...so that's always a plus. My friends ordered a few other items, the spring roll, a pad thai, the honey garlic wings, deep fried tofu, nachos and their pizza. I only tried the spring roll and the deep fried tofu and again, nothing to write home about. I should mention that the service was mediocre at best. Mediocre food + mediocre service + cheap prices = 3 stars read more

Decent food, cheap prices and a great place to hang out every Sunday after a few games of kickball. The staff is welcoming, and you get a lot for your money. They also make good Pad Thai, and I'm picky about my Pad Thai. You can't ask for much more. I also love the mural on the back wall. read more

The pasta sauce was tasteless, pad Thai was okay. However the service wasn't the best. They did forget the sangria we ordered and the whole time we were there no body brought a cup of water. read more

The decor is a bit of mish-mash, and the food lacks ANY sort of the culinary aesthetic people have started to expect in Toronto restaurants. I mean, both the nachos and the burger looked EXACTLY like something I could (and have) made at home. But, you know what? I make GREAT nachos and grill an EXCELLENT burger at home. So how could I complain about these ones? And looks/presentation aside, there was certainly no lack of quality for either item. The nachos were a decent size and not at all hurting for cheese, the burger tasted great, and even the fries (something I couldn't make at home) were thick and tasty. I got a bit of a diner feel from everything, but with a fraction of the grease you'd usually see. So maybe you're thinking, "Great. But why would I pay restaurant prices for something I could get at home?" Yeah, no. This MAY be the last bastion of sane restaurant prices in Toronto. I'm not kidding when I say the meals were half, nearly a third, of what I actually expected to pay. And even a pitcher (of any of their very respectable selection) of beers for $14.50 isn't bad. Yes, they were on a nightly special, but even their menu prices surprised me. I love both of those "mish-mashed" ambiances I mentioned earlier, so what's wrong with seeing them both in one space? It was the funky, string-light, randomly decorated front that drew me in, and the surprisingly stylish, conventionally decorated rear of the restaurant where I ended up sitting. They even had some kind-of-hilarious, conversation-creating art hung up back there. All in all, if you're looking for a polished dining experience, maybe don't go here. If you're looking for a pretty great ambiance, some respectable food, and to re-live the nostalgia of mid-90s food prices, this is probably a must-see... read more

I have been here a few times now and each time the service was warm and friendly without being overbearing, and the food's pretty good and the beer's better. The last time I was there was New Year's Day. We were with a friend on crutches who'd been struggling through the snow. They saw us waiting and let us in early so that we could make our friend comfortable. We were there several hours playing cards and just visiting, and I felt very welcome and comfortable. I am not in Toronto that often, but when I am I am sure I'll enjoy another visit to The Last Temptation. read more

Not bad... Despite the fact that we got swarmed by bees while we were trying to eat lunch, my travel companion and I enjoyed a delicious lunch here. The menu has a little bit of everything and prices are v. reasonable. We had the brie and roasted garlic with pita (gooey and delicious), the honey garlic chicken wings (sweet and crispy), the pierogies (soft and pillowy), and the kolbassa sandwich (buttery bread and salty sausage). We washed everything down with a white wine sangria. The sangria tasted more like orange juice than wine, but it was still refreshing. The outdoor seating is super picturesque, but like I mentioned above, there were dozens of bees that gathered around our table and we freaked out and ended up having to sit indoors to finish our meal. read more

Pretty delicious food & a very cozy spring atmosphere. Great lunch spot or stop for drinks! read more

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Super nice staff, cheap drinks and a nice patio. What else do you need for summer?? I got a pitcher ($16) and their omelette of the day which had spinach, mushrooms and feta cheese. It was delicious and came with home fries on the side. Recommended! read more

To get the "vibe" of Kensington Market locals eating out, come here. A great place for conversation, yummy food and brewski's (beer). Yummy = The shrimp Pad Thai for about $8, makes for a medium dinner. No refined taste-bud discoveries here, but more fuel for a student appetite. The owners often hang out there and generally people know each other. People talk between tables. Crazy people come around sometimes. Famous people come here too, but not for the food I don't think but because it's actually cool. The locals forget that it's cool, they're just bored, tired or stoned. Actually that's not true either. This is a place where the music and conversations still allow pen-and-paper work and reading... as well as picking up turkeys. read more

I love this place whole heartedly.. the interior is alright but not the greatest. This is one of the first places i ever had a drink in when I turned 19. I still stop in here sometimes when im in the k market. Definitley try the spring rolls with the peanut sauce.. really delicous.. best thing on the menu IMO.. really affordable as well. Great music, great staff. read more

Very chill environment with some foosball. Need to come back on a busy night to get a better feel of the crowd and food. read more

One of the cheap spots to go in t-dot ! 16$ pitcher of beer with cheap tasty eats ! We tried the brie and avocado sandwich and the pad thai , we were left satisfied and full ! Also sweet terrasse read more

~ could have made the same burger at home ~ typical yucky bar food ~ fries portion was small and they were really potato wedges read more

I asked for water and didn't get any. My cider wasn't served with a glass. Good prices, at least.

Really cheap food and friendly staff. The sangria is pretty good and they have nce beers as well. Pretty good bar food. Espically for the price. More of an alternative vibe. Rhe have foozeball table rhat you can use for free read more

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