What a cozy spot in mid-town Toronto. There really is nothing like it in the area and I would say…read moreit is welcomed! There is a bar area and then a section with a couch and chairs to fill the rest of the bar. The cocktails were good, but not amazing. My old fashioned was way too sweet, but still a good mix. The food was good. Tried a few tacos and the chicken skewers. The prices are a litle high but expected in this area. All in all a great option in an area with little options.

It's hidden on the second floor of Little Sister, they are the same owner…read more The decor was vintage, feels like a private lounge, and only opens on Fridays and Saturdays. The place wasn't noisy at all, good for intimate conversations and makes you just want to chill. If you are looking for a secret cozy spot around Yonge-Eglinton, this is the place. Food (quality, presentation) - NA/5 Drinks (quality, variety) - 4/5 Ambience (interior, cleanness) - 4/5 Service - 5/5 Value - 5/5

So I found myself in the area for a concert and I wanted to grab a quick drink beforehand. Le Tigre…read morepopped up on my search, and after looking into it, I discovered that the place is affiliated with Cry Baby Gallery (which I absolutely love). I showed up around 6:00 on a Friday and the place was already about half full. The vibe was exactly what I look for in a cocktail bar, and the service was super friendly and inviting. It happened to be Happy Hour, which offered up all their martinis at an incredibly reasonable price, so I decided to try a couple of them and they were both phenomenal. Honestly, I would easily rank these martinis among the best in the city. I absolutely loved my time at Le Tigre. It's a really special place.

Cute spot close to yorkville with a great selection of alcohol, including bourbon. Staff were…read morefriendly and attentive. We sat at the bar and got the trophy room and basic instinct 2. The trophy room is an amaro daiquiri and tastes exactly like you'd imagine... a daiquiri with a slight bitter amaro taste. Great sipper! Basic instinct 2 however is extremely crushable and pretty spicy. The coconut lemongrass foam on top is sweet so it's well balance. One of the better spicy margs I've had in the city.

Found this spot on instagram after seeing a couple posts that popped up on my feed. The bar is…read moredifficult to find but worth the hunt for sure. It is located in a nicer but quiet looking area in Toronto. We had the greatest experience, from the moment we were greeted by Theresa to our seats at the bar. Everyone was extremely friendly and helpful with drinks options, curating a special experience for my partner and I. Can be a put pricey but worth the cost since they are catering to your specific tastes when it comes to drinks.

hidden in an upstairs residential looking building in yorkville in true speakeasy fashion!! very…read moreupscale and fancy vibes. drinks were amazing and lots of freebies with chips and sparkling wine on the house. service was amazing, if you sit at the bar the bartender would also make custom drinks for you based on your preferences. all things considered, the drinks are still a bit pricey

This place is my absolute favourite. So coffee costs 6$ but isnt it the same at starbucks? They…read moremake the coffeeeee SO good here, and until recently and now when you ask they will do shaken iced coffees and therefore you dont have chunks of ice taking over the whole cup. Its divine. This almond crossiant cost like 7$ which was especially expensive, was it worth it? Absolutely not. But not everything can be a 5/5. However the service is good, they also have a bar to spicd things up. They have cookies and other treats. Theres a cute patio, and many sitting areas upstairs and downstairs and lots of privacy. I think its worth checking out!

Last Saturday a friend and I decided to visit this venue. We'd both previously been to their…read moreFinancial District location and I'd also visited their Harbourfront venue a couple of times as I live close by. We arrived around 3:30 pm when it was fairly occupied; they feature 'Happy Sour Hour' from 4 to 7 pm, during which all of their sour beers are reduced in price to $7.00. We ordered and shared two beers, the first a lager, the second a sour beer in order to take advantage of the discounted price. The venue is long and narrow, with two floors and a distinctive looking back patio. Our service was fairly prompt and they are located in a quite convenient location, literally across the street from the subway and the historic, flagship LCBO location. So I can recommend a visit if you're in the area and desire a drink and/or snack.

Taline is a beautiful Armenian restaurant run by three brothers who proudly share their family's…read moreheritage. The menu highlights classic Armenian dishes with touches of Lebanese flavour, all inspired by recipes passed down from their late mother. You can really feel the care and tradition behind each plate. We visited on a weekday evening to celebrate my sister's birthday, and the team surprised us with a sweet birthday note waiting at our table. The restaurant has both a main floor and an upper level that can be used for private events. The vibe is elegant yet cozy, making it a lovely spot for a special night out. We tried "Yalla Per" menu which is the tasting/experience menu here, that includes cold appetizer, warn appetizer, main dish and dessert. You can also do wine or cocktail pairing at extra cost. We trued "Cold Appetizer Trio", "Kibbeh Nayeh", "Bazoog Salad", and "Mante" from the appetizers menu. For entrée, we tried "Vochkhar" and finished off with "Ashta Tart". Everything tasted fresh and delicious; perfect combination of spices.

We were looking for a new food place for dinner where we can try a good Armenia food . So,…read morewe decided to visit Taline located in Toronto, ON. If you're looking for a phenomenal food / dining experience, look no further than Taline. Their menu is a culinary masterpiece, offering an incredible selection of dishes that cater to diverse tastes and preferences. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, and the staff ‍‍‍ is friendly and attentive, making every visit a true pleasure. Taline is a lovely place. Away from the hustle and bustle of the city in spite of being in the city . There's an ample parking space around the building. The place has the huge indoor seating arrangements and the seating arrangement is super comfortable and spacious. The staff is really nice, friendly and kept following . The food menu is great and there are many choices to choose from and they also offer quite a lot of small bites options to choose from.Pricing is decent, good value for money and the place is more suitable for a group of people.

To be honest I've only had delivery from here but the food is always incredibly delicious. They…read moretake such care with my allergies, too. seem like lovely people.

Great food and tasty drinks. The service is pretty good. The disco fries are really tasty and I…read morelike how the decked the place out for the holidays, super cute. The themed drink menu is fun

From the moment you step into Jade, you're instantly transported into a world of elegance and…read morethoughtful design. The entrance alone sets the tone with a stunning floral walkway that feels like the prelude to a special evening. Whether you're planning a romantic dinner or celebrating a special occasion, this Yorkville spot delivers an elevated experience on every level. The ambiance is sophisticated and chic, with dim lighting, luxe finishes, and a modern yet intimate vibe that makes it perfect for a date night. The service is warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming; small details like offering complimentary champagne for our anniversary didn't go unnoticed and added a personal touch that made the night feel even more special. We started off with cocktails and got the Lychee Fizz, which is their most popular option. It lived up to the hype: light, flavourful, and incredibly refreshing. A perfect drink to ease into the evening. Appetizers kicked off with the Corn Dog & Caviar, which came as four perfectly crisp bites. The contrast of the crunchy exterior with the melted cheese, sausage, and caviar-mayo topping was indulgent and playful; elevated comfort food at its finest. For mains, we shared the Lobster Spaghetti, Grilled Sea Bass, and the Slaw. The spaghetti was packed with generous chunks of lobster, al dente pasta, and a breadcrumb-like topping that added an unexpected but welcome crunch. The sea bass was tender, flaky, and full of flavour, while the slaw - a sleeper hit - stood out with its mix of veggies, peanut sauce, and crispy wonton strips that gave it depth and texture. We ended the night with the Pandan Cake, a sizable chiffon-style cake topped with passionfruit, dark chocolate, strawberry, raspberry, and sakura dust. Admittedly, I was unsure how all those bold flavours would work together, but somehow it did! Delicate, airy, and perfectly balanced. Jade is the kind of place that impresses not just with its food and cocktails, but with its atmosphere and attention to detail. Whether you're celebrating love, a milestone, or just a night out, this Asian fusion spot in Yorkville is well worth the visit. Highly recommended.

Enjoyed stopping by Jade with my parents tonight!…read more We made a reservation on open table, although there were definitely some tables that I think would be free for walk ins. There's a nice pink flower wall in the entrance and the interior is a bit dark and cozy with velvet booths and a nice bar. We ordered oysters, kaizen toast, tofu, steak, sea bass, lobster spaghetti, and broccolini. A few thoughts: - the oysters are nice, I appreciate the tiny bits of rice that add a bit of a texture. They come with toppings already so if you're looking for just plain raw oysters, don't order these - the kaizen toast is one of their specialities. It's pretty heavy (with the foie gras and unagi) but delicious if you like all the toppings! We split between the three of us and that was the perfect amount - the steak frites were cooked perfectly and I enjoyed that the fries were truffle fries! - I would have preferred the broccolini sauce to be on the side, it was a bit heavy I also tried a lychee fizz, good, but I would probably try something else next time. Overall, a nice time especially for a nice dinner, date tonight, or celebration.

Fantastic fantastic fantastic!…read more I wish I could remember everything that we ordered, everything was so good, I could hardly remember to take any photos of my food! The couple of items that I remembered to take a photo for, we split some Wagyu, ordered a side of Broccolini, and had a fantastic frozen berry desert crisp. Everything was cooked fantastically, and we savored every bite. I thought that I would feel crowded at the restaurant, but they handle their space very well. The service was equally exquisite, we had both a waiter and an assistant that made sure that we didn't have a need in the world. I highly recommend making reservations prior to going here because they seem to be popular and certainly deserve it! I wish that I was able to visit again last month, but I had to try out other amazing restaurants in Toronto. Looking forward to returning!

Recently went to Alobar for a birthday. I have actually been to this restaurant a few times before…read more The restaurant itself is quite comfortable, with an elegant decor and ambiance. My only problem is that they don't have enough lighting, so it tends to get quite dark (hence my lack of good pictures). The wait staff is accommodating, but they have forgotten to bring side dishes on two separate occasions I have visited. Also, on one occasion they started to clear a plate before we were done with it, which was annoying. The food is quite good. I particularly enjoy the bread, prawns, and mille-feuille dessert (has a nostalgic element for me as it tastes like an elevated Passion Flakie which I would have as a child). I had the lamb saddle as a main on my most recent visit which had good flavour, but was a bit too chewy. Overall, Alobar is a good choice for dinner, but has a few flaws which holds it back.

This Chinese restaurant, focusing on duck dishes, just soft-opened downtown on 2025-07-11. Their…read morefirst location opened in North York about 6 months prior. This place is great if you want good Oeik8ng Duck without having to pay $100 for it. As such, for $20, you get enough for one person, which is great for a fast meal downtown. We went there for a late-night snack Fri around 21:00; they close at 22:00. We ordered the following: 1. Quarter Roast Duck & Samyang Spicy Noodles Combo ($19.99). 2. Popcorn Duck ($8.99). The Quarter Roast Duck is like having 25% of a Peking Duck; their whole Peking Duck costs $68.88. It comes with 9 wraps (they call them duck pancake) (as per Peking Duck dinners), toppings (cucumber, scallions, hawthorn fruit slices), and duck sauce. The duck sauce is made in-house. They actually sell each of the accompanying items separately if you want more! The combo is considered a value meal, which comes with Samyang Spicy Noodles and a drink/pop. The duck pieces were juicy and tasted good. The duck skins were thin, crispy, and not lined with fat. We asked for the noodles (South Korean instant ramen noodles) to be as mild as possible but the spice was already in the noodles so it came out medium spicy. I don't dare try their regular spice level! The Popcorn Duck is an interesting take on Popcorn Chicken. It was quite good. It comes with a dipping sauce. The customer service was good. The chef has been making Peking Duck for at least 15 years. Interestingly, they can 3D-print a sugar candy figure. You choose a figure from a menu (sorry, I forgot to take a photo of that menu). We chose a dragon. It was printed from sugar candy onto a stick, and takes about 1 min to complete! They are so cute! Note: You get 10% off if you pay by cash. All their dishes can be easily covered for takeout or left overs. We had some of the Popcorn Duck and Samyang Spicy Noodles so they simply put a lid on it. The lid has a hole to let any steam out. The hole happens to be the right size to hold the stick with the 3D printed figure, if you so wish. Ingenious setup to use specialize lids to save time! There is one item called The Box ($228), which is a BOGO Peking Duck. You get a whole Peking Duck and with Duck Sushi in an Oriental box that opens with drawers! Very ornate. When you eat in, they give you another whole Peking Duck ($68.88) along with The Box. You you order for takeout, you actually get to bring the box with you (on loan). When you bring back the box, you get the whole Peking Duck; if you don't bring back the box, you forfeit the whole Peking Duck ($68.88). Such a unique concept! They gave us each a water cup with a lid and reusable straw. They are giving these out to some guests during their soft-opening period. There is no free WiFi. The restaurant is not wheelchair accessible. There is paid neighbourhood street parking. Review 2025-144

I always thought that Peking duck was a large family dish that you eat once in a while during a…read morebanquet. However, Xihe Peking Duk makes it an approachable every day fast food item. You can come on your own and still enjoy a great Peking duck. We were feeling greedy, so we got the combo which came with the Peking duck, fries, quackwich with two drinks. We added the popcorn duck on the side. It was a lot of fried food, however, every item was well made and delicious. The duck was great, with crispy skin and good amount of meat without being too greasy. I particularly enjoyed the duck bones, as the little bits of meat and cartilage was fun to nibble on.