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FeaturesOct 24

Greek Restaurants in Downtown Toronto for Dinner, Takeout and Lunch

Match Volos, BIGBELLY and Aphrodite's Taverna to a polished downtown meal, filling takeout order or quick workday lunch.

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FeaturesOct 23

Toronto Indian Restaurants for Celebrations, Business Meals and Groups

ComparisonsOct 22

Greek Dining in Downtown Toronto: Seafood, Street Food or a Quick Lunch

ComparisonsOct 21

Indian Dining in Toronto: À La Carte, Contemporary or Buffet

GuidesOct 20

Best Greek Restaurants in Toronto: 3 Picks by Dining Style

GuidesOct 19

Best Indian Restaurants in Toronto: 3 Picks by Dining Style

ComparisonsOct 14

Heirloom corn craft and quick counter tacos are two different cravings

Match your craving to the right Toronto Mexican spot, whether you want house-ground heirloom corn, a lively patio for group drinks, or quick counter tacos.

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Tacos for a date, group dinner or fast lunch in Toronto

FeaturesOct 13

Tacos for a Date, a Group or a Fast Lunch in Toronto

Match Chula, Campechano or Gus Tacos to a group night, focused taco dinner or fast Toronto lunch.

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GuidesOct 12

Best Mexican Restaurants in Toronto: 3 Top Spots by Occasion

GuidesOct 9

Best Sandwiches and Delis in Toronto: 5 Picks for Every Craving

FeaturesOct 8

Pick the Room Before the Menu: Toronto French Dining by Occasion

GuidesOct 7

Best French Restaurants in Toronto: 3 Picks by Dining Style

FeaturesOct 6

Toronto's Korean Food Scene Runs on Three Different Clocks

GuidesOct 5

Best Korean Restaurants in Toronto: 3 Top Spots by Dining Style

Choose the right Toronto Korean spot for your craving, from traditional sit-down dinners and famous fried chicken to quick, nut-free lunch bowls.

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GuidesOct 4

Best Gluten-Free Bakeries in Toronto: 5 Dedicated Spots Ranked

Find the best dedicated gluten-free bakeries in Toronto. We rank the top five spots for safe artisanal sourdough, hand-rolled bagels, and pastries.

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ReviewsOct 3

Tondou Ramen Toronto Guide: Okinawan Soba and Late-Night Bowls

ComparisonsOct 1

Downtown Toronto Ramen Lunch Guide: 3 Picks by Pace and Broth

GuidesSep 30

Best Ramen in Toronto: 5 Spots for Every Craving

GuidesSep 29

Best Takeout Sushi in Toronto: 7 Spots for Quick Pickups

FeaturesSep 28

From quick food hall lunch to a 7,000-square-foot sushi party

ComparisonsSep 26

Why a lively rooftop sushi feast sometimes beats a quiet tasting menu

Compare the quiet precision of Sushi Yugen with the lively, high-volume energy of KAKA and Spring Sushi to find the perfect fit for your next group night.

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GuidesSep 25

Best Sushi Restaurants in Toronto: 6 Spots for Every Scenario

From high-end omakase in the Financial District to rooftop all-you-can-eat, here are the top six spots in the city matched to your dining plans.

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FeaturesSep 23

Tondou Ramen or Spring Sushi? Choose by Appetite and Group Size

ComparisonsSep 22

Spring Sushi or Zakkushi? Match the Japanese Dinner to Your Night

FeaturesSep 20

Four Toronto Pubs for Four Very Different Nights Out

GuidesSep 19

Best Japanese Restaurants in Toronto: 3 Top Spots for Your Craving

GuidesSep 17

Best Pubs in Toronto: 4 Top Spots for Craft Beer, Patios, and Pies

FeaturesSep 16

Hot Pot, Hakka Comfort, or a Tasting Menu? Choose Your Chinese Night

Match Haidilao, Yueh Tung, or Yan Dining Room to your group energy, budget, and appetite for planning.

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ComparisonsSep 14

Skip the quiet hotel dumplings if your group wants a loud seafood feast

Deciding between Lai Wah Heen and Moon Palace? Here is how to choose between quiet, artistic hotel dumplings and a bustling, fresh Cantonese seafood feast.

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GuidesSep 13

Best Chinese Restaurants in Toronto: 8 Top Spots

FeaturesSep 11

Skip this Bay Street brunch spot if you want a quiet date

ComparisonsSep 10

Two downtown spots prove breakfast and brunch are not the same meal

GuidesSep 8

Best Brunch in Toronto: 3 Top Spots for Every Craving

ComparisonsSep 7

The two Toronto spots that actually nail both burgers and pizza

FeaturesSep 5

The College Street smash burger that makes wild toppings look silly

Skip the exhausting social media trends. Rudy on College Street keeps things simple with crispy-edged smash patties, beef-tallow fries, and late hours.

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A double cheeseburger with crispy bacon and dripping sauce, served on red and white checkered paper in front of a glowing Rosie's Burgers sign.

GuidesSep 4

Best Burgers in Toronto: 4 Top Spots for Smash and Halal Patties

From late-night smashburgers to customizable downtown spots and Turkish-inspired halal options, here are four top-rated burger joints in Toronto.

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ComparisonsSep 3

Why One Vietnamese Spot Uses Bone Marrow and Another Uses Sea Worms

A close-up of a Vietnamese banh mi sandwich cut in half, showing grilled meat, pickled carrots, cucumber, cilantro, and chili peppers inside a crusty baguette with sauce dripping down.

FeaturesSep 1

Why Toronto's Newest Banh Mi Spot Is Sparking a Bread Debate

GuidesAug 31

Best Vietnamese Restaurants in Toronto: 4 Great Choices

ComparisonsAug 30

Does a Fancy Food Hall Bowl Beat Your Go-To Cheap Salad?

GuidesAug 28

Best Healthy Restaurants and Salads in Toronto: Top 3 Picks

ComparisonsAug 27

Why a great downtown steak dinner depends on your appetite for drama

Planning a classic downtown steak night? See how the sizzling butter at Ruth's Chris compares to the tableside showmanship and live music at Hy's.

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GuidesAug 25

Best Steakhouses in Toronto: 5 Spots for Views, Classics, or a Scene

Compare Toronto's top 5 steakhouses. Find the perfect match for business, group dinners, or a night out, with details on menus, views, and dress codes.

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ComparisonsAug 24

Why Toronto's Newest Laptop Cafe Cuts Off Your Wi-Fi After Two Hours

A large, flaky croissant sandwich filled with grilled salmon, melted brie cheese, and fresh green lettuce, served on a wooden board in a cafe setting.

GuidesAug 22

Best Cafes in Toronto: 7 Top Spots for Coffee, Study, and Treats

FeaturesAug 20

Can Food Court Kebabs Actually Taste Like a Sunday Barbecue?

FeaturesAug 19

The College Street Spot Where Vegans and Meat Lovers Stop Arguing

GuidesAug 18

Best Middle Eastern Restaurants in Toronto: 4 Top Spots

ReviewsAug 17

This Front Street Chicken Combo Saves You From Dry Fast Food

Honestly Good Chicken Fingers serves fresh, juicy trays on Front Street. Here is what to expect from the tender meat, sides, and softer breading style.

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A Nashville hot chicken sandwich with dripping sauce and pickles on a brioche bun, served with waffle fries on red and white checkered paper.

GuidesAug 15

Best Fried Chicken in Toronto: 3 Spots You Need to Try

Find your next meal with our guide to Toronto's top fried chicken, comparing fiery Nashville hot chicken, sweet Korean glazes, and crispy tenders.

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GuidesAug 13

Best Fusion Restaurants in Toronto: 5 Top Spots for Any Plan

GuidesAug 12

Best Thai Restaurants in Toronto: 4 Spots to Match Your Craving

A loaf of crusty sourdough bread pulled apart in half, releasing a plume of hot steam, with a blurred bakery interior and a sign reading 'St. John's BAKERY' in the background.

ComparisonsAug 11

St John's vs Johnson Family: The Sourdough Your Weekend Wants

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ComparisonsAug 10

Brodflour vs Dear Grain: Two Sourdoughs, Two Kinds of Craving

GuidesAug 9

Best Artisan Bread in Toronto: 10 Bakeries Worth the Trip

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FeaturesAug 7

Toronto's Middle Eastern Craving Has Four Different Clocks

Choose Alpha's, Ghazale, Giragi, or Levant Pizza by time, seating, dietary needs, group format, and the Toronto meal you are planning.

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A spread of Thai dishes from Kao Kang by Koh Lipe, including Pad Thai with prawns, Khao Soi noodle soup with a lime wedge, green curry, and mango sticky rice, served in branded paper containers.

FeaturesAug 5

Toronto's Thai Craving Changes Between Lunch and Last Call

Choose Kao Kang, Crystal Thani, or PAI for a Toronto Thai lunch, cocktail-led dinner, or lively group meal based on format and pace.

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FeaturesAug 4

King West Steak Night Changes When the Lights Go Down

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ComparisonsAug 2

The Well Coffee Break Splits Between Bikes and Precision Pours

A piece of thick-cut, caramelized toast topped with sliced fresh figs and creamy sauce is lifted with a fork, showing a gooey pull, while the rest of the dessert sits in a white takeout box.

FeaturesAug 1

Toronto Dessert Gifts That Look Thoughtful Before the Box Opens

A large bowl of mango bingsu topped with fresh mango chunks, condensed milk, and a cute snowman made of ice cream wearing an Oreo cookie hat, with a spoonful being lifted.

FeaturesJul 30

Toronto's Late-Night Dessert Run Starts After Midnight

ComparisonsJul 28

Mizzica vs Nani's: Toronto Gelato Travels Two Different Roads

Condensed milk being poured from a small glass pitcher onto a large bowl of Korean shaved ice dessert topped with red beans, injeolmi rice cakes, and sweet powder, next to a tall glass of dalgona coffee.

GuidesJul 27

Best Desserts in Toronto: 12 Sweet Stops Worth the Trip

Find Toronto's best desserts, from gelato and bingsu to French pastries, matcha, chocolate, cheesecake, donuts, and late-night sweets.

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A fork cuts into a fresh burrata cheese ball topped with green pesto and sliced figs, served on a white plate on a rooftop patio table with cocktails in the background.

ComparisonsJul 25

Osteria Alba vs Zitto Zitto: College Street Splits After Dark

Compare Osteria Alba's rooftop and DJ energy with Zitto Zitto's refined Sicilian cooking and wine-cellar room before booking Little Italy.

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GuidesJul 24

Best Italian Restaurants in Toronto: 10 Essential Tables

FeaturesJul 22

Toronto's Italian Group Dinner Starts With the Room

ComparisonsJul 22

Descendant's Caramelized Edge Meets Slowhand's Sourdough

Four large vertical rotisserie spits of shawarma meat, ranging from dark beef to seasoned chicken, roasting in a commercial kitchen setup.

GuidesJul 22

Alpha's Shawarma Turns Queen West Hunger Into a Clear Order

FeaturesJul 22

Why Your West End Group Pizza Night Depends on How You Order

Why Your Next Toronto Pastry Craving Needs a Vibe Check

ComparisonsJul 21

Bread & Roses Comfort Meets Butter Baker's Downtown Polish

Bread & Roses leans into Bloor West comfort; Butter Baker brings a polished downtown pastry-market stop. Compare the pace, setting, and menu focus.

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GuidesJul 21

Best Pizza in Toronto: 6 Pizzerias, Compared by Style

Stop comparing thin New York slices to thick Detroit pans. Here is how Toronto's top six pizzerias stack up when you actually group them by style.

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FeaturesJul 12

A Guide to Bread & Roses Bakery Cafe in Bloor West Village

Close-up of Capybara's croissant sandwich with smoked salmon, brie, and lettuce inside the cafe.

FeaturesJul 12

Capybara Brings Cozy Cafe Culture to Bloor West Village

Layered iced Vietnamese coffee on the orange counter at Lermer Cafe.

FeaturesJul 12

Lermer Cafe Brings Vietnamese Coffee to Bloor West

Chocolate cream and strawberry Napoleon pastries on a wooden board at Soul Made Cafe.

FeaturesJul 12

Soul Made Cafe (NY) Brings French Pastries to North York

Close-up of Cafe Kray's red bean bingsu topped with powdered rice cake.

FeaturesJul 12

Cafe Kray Brings Korean Desserts to North York

FeaturesJul 3

Why King West Made Quantum Coffee Its Daily Habit

Nestled into the bustling retail and residential complex of The Well at 482 Front St W, Quantum Coffee has steadily carved out a reputation as a reliable daily stop for King West and CityPlace loca...

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FeaturesJul 2

The Bike Shop Pouring Some of Front Street's Best Coffee

The intersection of cycling culture and third-wave coffee is a well-documented phenomenon, but few places in Toronto execute the pairing quite as seamlessly as Fix Coffee + Bikes. Located at 486 Fr...

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FeaturesJul 1

PAI or Imm Thai? Toronto's Toughest Thai Decision, Settled

FeaturesJun 30

Poke or Ramen? Settling The Well's Lunch-Line Dilemma

FeaturesJun 29

Bar Hop or 416 Snack Bar? King West's Late-Night Call

FeaturesJun 28

Chen Chen's Heat or BHC's Glaze? The Fried Chicken Verdict

FeaturesJun 27

Badiali or North of Brooklyn? Toronto's Slice Rivalry, Settled

FeaturesJun 26

Le Sélect or La Plume? Two French Bistros, One Wellington Choice

Looking for the perfect French spot on Wellington? Maya Thompson compares the classic Le Sélect Bistro with the breezy, modern La Plume.

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FeaturesJun 23

The Thai Gem Hiding on Little Italy's Red-Sauce Strip

Little Italy is famous for its red-sauce joints and trendy new spots like the nearby chic Italian eatery Mieluna. Yet, nestled along this bustling strip is a gem that trades marinara for tamarind a...

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FeaturesJun 22

The Steak Sandwich Toronto Lines Up For at Wellington Market

A fresh poke bowl in a clear plastic container on a dark wooden table, featuring cubed raw tuna, edamame, sliced cucumber, crab salad, and crispy onions over white rice.

FeaturesJun 20

Custom Poke Lands at The Well — How to Order It Right

GuidesJun 16

Ramen Ryu and the Wellington Market Order Worth Copying

ComparisonsJun 13

Lobster Roll or Fish and Chips? The Well's Seafood Face-Off

FeaturesJun 11

The Dorset Brings Proper British Comfort to Wellington West

FeaturesJun 10

How to Do Eataly Toronto Without Losing Your Afternoon

A practical guide to Eataly Toronto, from Italian market browsing to sit-down dining and quick meals inside the Manulife Centre.

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FeaturesJun 9

PAI Review: Is Toronto's Khao Soi Lineup Worth It?

Read my PAI Toronto review to see if this busy basement spot is worth the wait. Expect fast service and standout Northern Thai dishes like khao soi.

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FeaturesJun 6

The Steakhouse That Stands Out on a Crowded King West

FeaturesJun 5

The Richmond West Brunch Spot That Does a Bit of Everything

FeaturesJun 4

Vinny Spins Vinyl and Pasta Into King West's Newest Night Out

FeaturesJun 2

Badiali's Two-Day Crust: Why Toronto Waits in Line for a Slice

FeaturesMay 28

Uncle Tetsu's Cheesecake: The Bay Street Scent You Can't Ignore

FeaturesMay 28

The Dundas Café That's Half Bakery, Half Shopping Trip

The Hybrid Retail Concept at Butter Baker Market Café Located at 114 Dundas St W in Old Toronto, Butter Baker Market Café isn't just a place to grab a quick coffee. According to their official stor...

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FeaturesMay 28

A French Patisserie Hiding in Toronto's PATH Rush

Navigating Toronto’s subterranean PATH network during the morning rush is usually an exercise in efficiency rather than culinary discovery. However, tucked inside the Richmond-Adelaide Food Court i...

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