But be warned: as Peterson learns in this episode, when it comes to Gandhi Roti's spice levels, there's a big difference between medium and hot.
Do you tip waiters in Toronto? Tipping in Toronto is similar to tipping in the US. Aim for 15% or more of the Completa bill before tax for good service and less for poor service.
For a classier way to ease out of your day, stop by this well-known steakhouse at the corner of Bay and Temperance. Happy hour runs from 3 p.
Grasping the cost of dining out in Toronto before your visit can save you from shocking post-meal moments when the check arrives. Plus, it helps you explore more culinary delights within your budget.
Looking for a sushi and Japanese dining experience? Consider visiting Kibo Sushi House, where you can find a modern and welcoming environment with an extensive menu featuring dishes averaging between $10 and $18.
Peterson meets with the owners and their children in this episode to learn about the establishment's history and the tale behind its name.
So grab your buds, and check out this list of the best happy hours in Toronto, where you can soak in that glorious 5 este'clock feeling.
What this fast food joint lacks in frills, it more than makes up for in flavour, with its delicious and authentic Caribbean fare. For about $10, their small meals come with a protein like spicy jerk chicken, crispy fried chicken or (our favourite) oxtail, and a side of rice and peas — and even their small sizes are quite filling. Round out your meal with add-ons like coleslaw, dumplings and fried plantain.
Copy Link A philosophy of fearless consumption — with a requisite touch of dark humor — runs as a through line in the work of Beast co-owners and chefs Scott Vivian and Nathan Middleton. Over the years, their restaurant has undergone several reinventions. The current version of Beast acts primarily as a pizza joint, but it also offers group bookings for whole-animal dinners (booked in advance). Diners select a protein and an “adventure level” from low to high, and the chefs get to work showcasing the seasonal bounty of Canada and the versatility of underused “ugly” bits in a zany culinary display.
Copy Link Rachel Adjei is a Ghanaian Canadian chef and food justice advocate who celebrates much of the underrepresented African diaspora in Toronto. here She founded the Abibiman Project to support Black food sovereignty initiatives via a range of pantry products, pop-up dinners, and catering — all in the hopes of challenging people’s perceptions of African foods and the narratives surrounding them. At her staple pop-up location at the Grapefruit Moon in the Annex, her ever-evolving dinner menus offer deep-dives into specific African regions, which Adjei contextualizes with information about the corresponding culture.
Copy Link When plant-based restaurants first descended upon Toronto in the late ’90s, they primarily catered to a niche, healthy audience. Planta founder Steven Salm quietly revolutionized vegetarian and vegan food in the city by making it appealing to staunch carnivores. David Lee, co-founder and executive chef, worked in numerous Michelin-starred restaurants before applying his culinary know-how to the diverse menu, often eliciting counterintuitive praise for how “meaty” dishes taste.
Among the standout menu items is the mouthwatering Smokeshow Burger, featuring a tender beef patty, crisp jalapeno slices, and a generous helping of melted cheddar cheese that oozes with flavour.
Not to mention, most places use the term happy 'hour' lightly, serving up food and drink specials well into the evening.
arcade machines, and local graffiti plastered on the walls. Then he presents you with epic sandwiches wide enough to rest your head on. The Big Ass Chicken Sandwich requires you to unhinge your jaw to enjoy two deep-fried thighs tossed in Carolina butter sauce and finished with spicy ranch, crunchy slaw, and sweet-and-sour pickles.