2026 Birthday Series -- Stop #4: Jersey Mikes…read more I'm kicking off a series reviewing all the places I visited to redeem my birthday goodies in July 2026. Along with an overall rating, each spot gets scored on redeemability (how easy it is to claim) and actual value. Jersey Mike's Redeemability: 5/5 (requires sign-up up for the news letter) Actual value: 10/5 (A WHOLE SET OF ONE REGULAR SIZE FREE SUB (ANY) and a drink!) WOW! Aside from the fact that Jersey Mike gives out the BEST BIRTHDAY FREEBIES out of all the cafes and restaurants (with absolutely no convoluted process to redeem - the staff were extremely nice and friendly), the sub itself was freaking amazing. I got the big kahuna - the beef was freshly grilled with LOTS OF white American cheese that melts all over, and the delicious grilled vegetables on top. I swear to god, this was perhaps just as good as the Philly steak sandwich I had in Philly if not better (as a birthday present). The store was as also super clean albeit extremely popular, with freshly cut meat and cheese served in an efficient speed. Tho I got a free combo, I also saw that the sandwiches were very reasonably priced - the quality and the price were unbeatable and I'll def come back often. I'd say jersey Mike's is my FAV sub restaurant now, far surpass subway but also firehouse sub which I often found overpriced. Highly, highly recommended.

A sub sandwich chain in Markham. My first time ever trying this out and I was quite intrigued!…read more Opted for the #13 The Original Italian that came with provolone, ham, proscuittini, cappacuolo, salami and pepperoni. Love that they have different sizes for you to pick from, so we got their giant size and wow it definitely was gigantic! You can choose your toppings ranging from lettuce, onions, tomatoes, oil, vinegar and spices, and more. Since it was our first time, we got it served the Mike's Way which had everything on it. Next time I think I'll opt out of the Mike's Way, since I didn't love my sandwich doused in vinegar - it also made it pretty soggy pretty quickly. However, the sandwich taste itself was amazing and so fresh! I can't wait to go back to customize another sandwich to my liking!

Fresh, healthy and filling! I've been here a couple of times now and it's a fantastic option for…read moreanyone looking for a filling and substantial meal that isn't your typical fast food. First off - the food in the menu photographs beautifully. The menu looks SO appetizing! I got the vegetarian grilled panini and it was huge!! It also came with a soup (two options, I got the tomato and sweet potato), so at $14 it was a great value. My colleague got a steak and smoked cheese panini which looked incredible as well, and the toppings and sandwiches were just SO fresh. They don't skimp out on the good stuff either, lots of tasty goat cheese on my sandwich...I'm drooling just remembering it! There is a seating area so you can dine in, or take your food to go. The service was friendly and efficient, you can tell they care about the food they're preparing. One thing I will mention - it's MESSY! Make sure you get napkins!

Recently discovered Porta Via on ubereats when I was looking for a new and hopefully healthy place…read morefor lunch and I'm so happy I found this place!! Ordered the chicken avocado wrap with salad AGAIN for lunch and I still love it. The food feels clean and healthy, and the salad is actually a generous portion with a tiny dressing (to keep my calories in check) Wish they could add healthy smoothies to the menu tho.

Ordered takeout through DoorDash and food was still decent despite not eating it right away. Tried…read moretheir Crabmeat Foldable Egg Sandwich via their Combo C that came with a snack and a drink and I picked the Hash Brown (3 pieces) and Homemade Lemon Iced Tea. The sandwich was pretty good; there was a good balance in terms of texture. There was also enough sauce but also not too much where it could get soggy. Flavour was good too and the amount of crabmeat was pretty generous in the sense that I actually found it a bit too much. The hash browns were good too and came with a dipping sauce. The iced tea was not bad too. Overall a decent place with affordable pricing.

Location/Service This spot is a little bit hidden in the…read morecorner of Langham Place - second floor on the outdoor side with all the restaurants. Parking is always a headache there - but if you go underground, it's not bad. The place is small - don't recall there's seating - so it's more of a takeout spot. Menu is pretty straightforward with available options and prices. Staff was nice - and orders were done on time (but note you might need to wait at least 10-15 minutes since they are made to order). Food Was craving these foldable egg sandwiches that's been a trend lately - so I tried their BLT sandwich. In terms of ingredients, it was pretty standard for a BLT sandwich - nothing really stood out for me. I had more anticipation for the bread, since these sandwich should be known for amazing bread - but it was a little bland for me. It's like standard bread you could make yourself and not the fluffy or milky Japanese style ones. Their homemade creamy sauce was a good complimentary to the overall sandwich. Overall, my first experience was just okay for this place. They do offer other mains like fried noodles/rice and snacks. Might give it another try to see their consistency.

Bought 2 different types of bone marrow from this store. The staff were very nice and helpful…read more Pricing were reasonable and the store was pretty clean. Would definitely come back.

Thanks to my husband, Vince for telling me about this place. Micatoni's Gourmet Foods and…read moreButchery. The porchetta is a signature item and a beloved classic. It is celebrated for its irresistible, crispy skin that shatters with a satisfying crunch, revealing the savory, succulent meat within. Don't forget the Mad Mayo!!! Our guests raved how tasty everything was especially the Porchetta, stuffed agnolotti, and pasta with Rosè sauce. Mike is an amazing owner, he put my mind at ease when I catered for 30 plus guests. I wish I had taken more pictures. Micatoni's carries authentic products from Italy. Very welcoming staff. #freshquality #authenticproductsfromitaly #Amazingservice Note: The food stayed unbelievably hot for over 2 hours, before we ate, because we had appetizers and waited for all guests to arrive. Rose Mallia (Stouffville)

Food. I had the smoked meat sandwich combo ($22.95). This…read moreis a Michelin rated bib gourmand establishment. Sumi Fernando, the owner, worked 17 years at Schwartz's in Montreal, including head cutter. Do your taste buds a favor and get a smoked meat sandwich with meat that's marinated for 10 days, smoked for eight hours and steamed for three hours. This is incredibly delicious! The combo also comes with seasoned fries, coleslaw, and a whole pickle. Service I came mid afternoon and it wasn't busy. Service was prompt, and the food came out quickly. If you wanna taste something like Schwartz's in Montreal or even Katz's diner in Manhattan, then come to SumiLicious in Scarborough.

Pastrami sandwich was good, but expensive and the structure of the sandwich fell apart so quick it…read morebecame difficult to eat. I think my rating would be way higher if more effort was put into the construction of the sandwich to complement the pastrami... Like the bread and toppings just didn't do anything to help the meat (which was delicious on its own). I do like that you can choose the kind of mustard you want as well as the cut of pastrami (lean, fatty, both, etc.) For a simple and quick pastrami sandwich, it does the job but I don't think it's worth the Michelin recommendation... This spot gets hyped up EVERYWHERE online but I think that just comes from lack of abundance for this type of food. If you're willing to make a trip for a WAY better fresh pastrami/smoked meat experience, head on over to When The Pig Came Home at the Junction in TO. You won't be disappointed.

My friends and I stopped by for some dinner after a saturday badminton session…read more We tried a bunch of large subs: firehouse captain club sub, smokehouse beef & cheddar brisket, brisket hat trick. I was blown away by the quality of the subs. WOW. Every sub was PACKED to the brim w/ goodies. No skimping out on ingredients. Tons of meat, tons of veggies, tons of sauce. For the hot subs, the meat was sooooo soft and easy to swallow. I had a bite of my friends' subs and they were all super delicious. The chicken in the captains club was so juicy. The beef in the smokehouse sub was melt in the mouth. The bread on all subs was toasted. They also have one of those nice machines w/ tons of different soda options to choose from (peach mello yellow zero SUPER UNDERRATED). Shoutout to Donte who helped me with my order as a first-timer to this store! Love that I was able to stack a bunch of extra add-ons for no additional charge. Also loved that every sub came w/ a dill pickle on the side (the pickles were delicious too). I was tempted to upgrade my bun to garlic bread but that'll be for another visit. In terms of price, it is premiumly priced at around $20-25 per sub which is expensive tbh. Does the quality justify that price tag? I would actually have to say yea it does! SOOOOO much meat packed into every sub. AND the employees don't treat you like dirt (*cough cough* Jersey Mike's, Subway and Mr. Sub I'm looking at you guys). Sooo jelly that there isn't a location closer to me at all but I signed up for the rewards program right away. MY GOD. Best subs I've had in recent memory.

Never been a sub lover until now. I was unsure of what sub to get but the guy working the cash was…read moreso helpful. He recommended the beef brisket which is the most popular and I can see why. The meat is perfectly smoked and matches so well with the cheddar cheese. Added carmelized onions. Amazing. I have dreams about this sub.

Super excited that the owners of Azyun Restaurant opened a NEW cafe & catering spot called Azyun…read moreAvenue ^^ Love the play on words - if you grew up with AsianAvenue, then you are my people ;) You can get Asian-inspired sandwiches and wraps here. They are all very delicious, and there are over 10+ items to choose from. Here are some of my favourites: - Turkey Banh Mi - Pho Spiced Pastrami - Bulgogi Melt - Egg Salad w/ Dill Kewpie Mayo You will also find baked goods (bagel, croissant, muffin, cookies, you name it), Hatch crafted coffee, PIuck teas, Savage cold brew coffees, smoothie, healthy snacks, and other hot food breakfast items! Highly recommended Azyun Avenue for all your catering needs!

This was very good. I love this place, their sandwiches are amazing, and I love their spicy chicken…read morebacon pickle extravaganza, it makes my toes tickle. It consists of chicken, bacon, pickles, and SUPER hot sauce that makes your whole body burn. The staff actually warned me about how hot it was! But i'm used to the spicy stuff because of all the fights me and my wife get into, she is probably gonna divorce me, the marriage counseling is failing and she might take the kids haha. Great sandwiches, I also love their pancake sandwich, they stuff pancakes into bread with syrup, and while it may sound weird it is actually very good. I give Azyun Avenue Café a 5 star rating!

Great place with great food and excellent service!…read more The barista took the time to explain the menu and the available deals, which I really appreciated. I ordered a Nutella croissant and an Americano, and the Americano was included in the price as part of the deal. I really appreciate when staff clearly explain the menu, the available options, and how the different deals work. It makes it much easier to navigate the menu and understand how to properly utilize the available offers, which makes the overall experience much better. I really enjoyed my visit and appreciated the helpful service!

This is one of my best Iranian sandwiches. Very nostalgic very high quality. The sandwiches are…read morebig. I've tried many of their menu items and everything is delicious. Highly recommended

I wanted to check ou this place for a while. Not the most convenient hours of operation with Mon &…read moreFriday 9-3pm, Tues-Thursday 9-6pm, Saturday closed ad Sunday 9-3pm. I managed to make it there on a Sunday. I heard good things about this place and wanted to check it out for myself. Wolfies was small and quaint inside and wasn't very busy.when i went there on 2pm on Sunday. I ordered the special which came with smoked meat sandwich (could also get pastrami or corned beef), cole slaw (could also get potato salad) and pickles. My meal came out pretty quickly which was nice. The smoked meat sandwich was very tender and juicy like a good smoked meat should be. I think it was pretty comprible to Centre Street Deli. At $17.00 I think it was slightly pricey and it didn't come with fries which a miss. You could order fries for an addional $2.00. Overall it was a delicious sandwich and would definately come back if I am i the modd for a smaoke meat sandwich. Perhaps next time i would just get the sanwich and not get the special.

Food is always fresh & plentiful. Service is always pleasant, friendly & courteous. Even though I…read moream not a regular, they always seem to remember my past orders. The "Coca- Cola" ambience is nostalgic and brings back memories from my youth.

This review is for their North York location…read more There is no seating at their North York location, so it is more of a grab and go establishment. At the moment, they're only selling their nana special banh mi with us equivalent to a supreme cold cut sandwich for $10 with tax. I wanted to like this place, however the sandwich felt off for me. I did appreciate them toasting the sandwich before serving, however something about their flavour seemed to bother me - it might be a personal preference. My partner said he tasted some coconut flavour in their sandwich, which might be the potential reason I didn't like it as much - I generally don't like coconut flavoured stuff. I also didn't like that they don't accept credit card, especially since they're charging tax. Most Asian operated banh mi places don't charge tax when you pay with cash, it almost seems like they're double dipping.

Banh Mi Nana serves two items: Banh Mi and Coffee…read more They have a little shop with about 8-10 seats and most people who order takeout. They are a cash/debit only business. Their Banh Mi is one of the best in the GTA, it's basically a double/extra meat Banh Mi with all the toppings. It also reheats well at home. We got one per person and it was a filling lunch. Would stop by again when in the neighborhood!