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Danforth Dragon – 861 Danforth Ave – (416) 461-9238
Having finally moved into a new house on the Danforth, my wife and I recently found ourselves looking for a new local place for Chinese delivery. Since we lived on the Danforth before, we remembered...
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Len Duckworth’s Fish & Chips – 2638 Danforth Ave – (416) 699-5865
The first job I ever had was at a North Toronto fish & chip restaurant. Needless to say, the bar has always been set pretty high for this type of fare. That’s why I am so happy that Len...
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A Dozen Places To Eat On The Danforth That Aren’t Greek
There are a number of reasons why the Danforth has always been our favourite place to live in the city. It could be argued that the food sits atop our list. Known for celebrating variations of Greek,...
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A Salute to National Sandwich Day
It’s National Sandwich Day, people, and to honour such an important event, it’s fitting to give shout-outs to some of the best places in the city to celebrate. And though I have yet to find a sandwich...
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Basil Thai Kitchen ~ 2326 Danforth Ave ~ 416-422-0617
Since I started this blog, one of the most memorable things I have eaten is Rendang Beef… enjoyed at an Indonesian resto in De Pijp, Amsterdam. I have been trying to recreate this meal ever since....
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Su-Good Chinese Restaurant ~ 2626 Danforth ~ (416) 691-8828
We recently ran into one of my wife’s friends at our local Target. Turns out that we both moved into the same neighbourhood not so long ago. We began exchanging stories, mostly about being new...
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Cool Runnings ~ 146 Main St. ~ 416-693-8724
Tucked away amongst the up-and-coming shops at Main & Gerrard is Cool Runnings, a family-owned-and-operated Caribbean spot that’s full of young families from the neighbourhood on this Thursday...
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Holiday Lunch at Eesti Maja ~ 958 Broadview ~ (416) 466-8906
It being the holiday season, I have been on the lookout of a festive lunch for the past couple of weeks. Turns out, I had to look no further than my kid’s daycare to find one. Until very recently, I...
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Joe’s Wings + Burgers ~ 2825 Danforth Ave ~ (647) 340-5500
Joe’s Wings + Burgers has recently opened in a gutsy/progressive spot on Danforth between Dawes and Victoria Park. This family-run joint is equipped for dining in, taking out or for delivery, and is...
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Mocha Mocha ~ 489 Danforth Ave ~ (416) 778-7896
Mocha Mocha is an extremely popular, family-friendly café in the heart of Greektown. They have been serving up healthy food and healthy portions since 1991. “Owners Marijan and Mercedes Tripkovic have...
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Stock-in-Trade ~ 1272 Danforth Ave ~ (416) 792-5059
Stock-in-Trade is a new butcher shop located on Danforth just east of Greenwood. Owner Jason Becker is doing a lot of interesting things with the space, and he and his team are pretty cool,...
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Detroit Eatery ~ 389 Danforth Ave ~ (416) 461-0136
The Detroit Eatery is a Danforth institution… the greasiest of spoons. Located in the heart of Greektown (at Chester Station), the Antaras family has been serving my family Fries & Gravy since I...
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Danforth Roti Shop ~ 2844 Danforth Ave ~ (416) 690-1308
If you are looking for T&T food in Toronto’s east-end, Danforth Roti Shop is the spot. The hand-drawn menu focuses on the classics: doubles, polourie, saheena and mauby (my personal favourite to...
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Mike’s Fish and Chips ~ 2162 Danforth Ave ~ 416-429-4665
Just east of Woodbine Station, 2162 Danforth Avenue has been a Fish & Chip restaurant for over 75 years. Nick Benakis (the fifth owner) took over Mike’s Fish & Chips from his parents-in-law a...
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Pomarosa ~ 1504 Danforth Ave ~ (416) 462-2945
Pomarosa Coffee Shop & Kitchen just opened at Coxwell & Danforth, bringing with it a strong Latin American snack game to the east-end. Head chef Luis Hernandez is from Venezuela and has always...
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RYUS Noodle Bar ~ 786 Broadview Ave ~ (647) 344-9306
*** RYUS has moved from 33 Baldwin to 786 Broadview*** Japanese restaurants abound on Baldwin Street, and RYUS Noodle Bar runs with the best of them. On a street that often seems to be in flux, Chef...
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Gyoko Sushi ~ 2143 Danforth Ave ~ (416) 916-0901
Gyoko Sushi is the newest addition to the evolving retail landscape of Danforth East. From a supply-and-demand perspective, it’s easily the best sushi restaurant around. A welcome and needed...
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Hakka Chopsticks ~ 2940 Danforth Ave ~ (647) 352-4888
Hidden away at the very east end of Danforth, Hakka Chopsticks is a Mom & Pop that does great Chinese food with a distinctly Indian flare. Their menu is extensive, cheap and cheerful. It’s also...
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Camel Restaurant ~ 675 Danforth Ave ~ (416) 778-8999
In Yemen, lunch is considered the most important meal of the day. The Toronto Food Blog has enjoyed a few Yemeni lunches recently at the newly-opened Camel Restaurant (675 Danforth Ave). “About as...
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Top Ten Under Ten #lunchunder10bucks
Finding yourself #lunchunder10bucks is something easily realized in most corners of the globe. Trying to accomplish this when dining-out in downtown Toronto, however, can provide some added...
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