My wife and I went to Smash Kitchen and Bar, and we had a generally good experience…read more The staff are friendly, the wait time for food was 13 minutes (yep, I time it), the food tasted great (we split the truffle mushroom baked eggs for the main, and Cathy's chocolate banana bread for dessert). Overall, a very pleasant experience. They only lost a point because there was an egg shell in our meal.

Smashing good brunch?…read more Smash Kitchen has been on our list to visit for a while till we finally had the opportunity. For more than a dozen years, this Markham spot has been known for good flavors and portions. The weekend brunch menu from 10am - 2:45pm had an assortment of creative dishes. We opted for their LA mac & cheese ($25) with a saucy cheese blend textured by herb crumbles. The soft shell crab benedict ($24) looked irresistible with two nicely poached eggs beside crab drizzled with maple buffalo hot sauce. While it came with no sides, bites of the whole fried soft shell crab on brioche toast were scrumptious. The inside of this restaurant is cavernous, featuring even a private room and patio. It's much larger than the dated plaza entrance would indicate. Staff were generally active at the tables, even delivering colour sheets to young ones. Skip it or hit it? It was a long time coming but brunch here didn't disappoint. Hit it!

My family and I were in Toronto for a baby shower. We were looking for a breakfast place we found…read moreRosemary & Thyme. The experience here was not like any restaurant I've ever been to especially in the states. The staff were so friendly and kind. They made us feel like we were apart of the family. Our server kept saying she was so happy we found their restaurant. So happy we came to visit. She was so sweet. Let's talk food. DELICIOUS!!! Everything is made fresh. They give a pretty large portion I feel everything is shareable. I do not like turkey bacon at all. I don't know why they did to this turkey bacon or if it was because we were in Canada. I can't stop thinking about it or the blueberry pancakes. When we come back to Toronto we will definitely stop back by. Good service, a nice family environment, and good food is hard to come by. This place definitely has it all.

This is such a cozy local brunch restaurant located near Finch & Victoria Park Ave. We visited here…read morefor their new dinner menus like 10oz Prime Rib special ($45.99) -- that comes with grilled veggies, Yorkshire pudding, and daily soup (It was chicken noodle soup that day) --, Lasagna with salad ($23.95) -- Omg the best lasagna I've ever had! I'll be back just for this. Highly recommended! We also ordered a Double Smash Burger ($16.95) and NEW Biscoff Milkshake ($9.95). Both were very impressive and flavourful. The owner was there and super friendly. I could tell why there are so many good reviews for this restaurant. Absolutely satisfying dinner experience here. Willing to come back next time :)

Stopped by for brunch at Next Door, located in the heart of Main St. Unionville. The restaurant is…read moreunique in a sense where it's situated in the historical Unionville Planing Mill. Was seated in their dinning hall ( the other side is more of a bar) and ordered a brunch tower for two. The tower includes their signature malaysian scrambled eggs, chorizo sausage, bacon, Brussel sprouts, toast with buttermilk pancakes stacked at top of the tower. The tower was beautifully presented and what I love most about the tower is their pancakes. Truly fluffy and light with whipped cream on top of it. Overall, service was efficient and attentive, often checked on and refilling water. On top of that, the restaurant has great decor and parking is provided in the back of the restaurant. Its considered on a slightly higher end for brunch ($20-30 range), but it was truly an amazing experience. They also have daily promos so worth checking out for dinner and late night deals.

This is very popular brunch place in Markham - but the options are more limited up here. Came with…read moremy parents to see what the hype is about (a few years after the hype has died down, but oh well). I must say that I do understand why people are drawn to the restaurant - it is very pretty and makes for wonderful pictures! This includes the lovely visuals of the food, which is beautifully presented and extremely photogenic. The taste of the food, although quite acceptable, fell just a bit short of its looks. The variety of colours was not matched with a variety of flavours, and everything was somewhat on the salty and greasy side. That being said, we very much enjoyed the potato hash, pancakes, and French toast. The portion sizes also outdid themselves - if you're coming here for brunch, just be prepared for a long nap in the afternoon! Service was excellent: prompt, helpful, and friendly. The interior is fairly spacious and elegantly decorated. Overall, a pleasant experience even if it's not the most spectacular - and perhaps worth a visit for some based on the aesthetics alone.

Years ago, I worked at a seniors home in downtown Toronto. It was one of my favourite jobs ever,…read moremostly because of the people I worked with - my coworkers, my friends. It was a great group and we have managed to keep in touch. A small group of us recently met for dinner at Moxies, Fairview Mall. It was great seeing everyone over a good meal, just like old times. I had the Short Rib Beef Dip and most others had the Chicken Madeira Rigatoni, or Chicken Alfredo. My meal was pretty good, although a bit messy to eat. Overall, everybody enjoyed their meal but getting together was the best part. I'm already looking forward to our next gathering!

I've travelled for work quite a bit coast to coast in Canada. This restaurant is VERY clean, the…read moreambience is nice and it is calm and quiet. Great for sharing conversations. That I REALLY appreciated. The food was first rate. My associate tells me her steak was cooked exactly as she liked it as was my fish. It was delicious. Portions where exactly what I expected for a hunger guy. Last and NOT least our server Geli was exceptional. Very professional, No pictures as this site does not appear to be Apple iPhone compatible :(

I had to come back here to Chiang Mai for their food and service…read more This time I brought my family. And I must say the food was awesome and the service was top notch. The service was even better than my last visit. I would give above 5 stars if it was available. We ordered 1. Wagyu dumplings appetizer. While the price was pretty high for 4 dumplings at $12. The flavours and spices were amazing. 2. Crab fried rice. The dish was well presented and flavourful 3. Lobster grilled cheese Not our favourite dish of the day but the home fries were a nice touch and crispy. 4. Pad kee mao with shrimp This dish was the star of the show. The shrimps were jumbo and fresh and the noodles were very bouncy (you could tell they were handmade) 5. Thai tea tiramisu While soft and delectable. It wasn't worth the $14 price tag. I complained about some prices but overall the whole meal was only $120 and $150 including tip. So, I believe the value compared to the price was very very reasonable considering the prices of dining out these days. I will definitely be back and I give a strong recommendation to visit this location of Chiang Mai.

Came for brunch for Father's Day So so good still!…read moreWe ordered the crab omelette over garlic rice, Thai tea French toast, khao soi eggs Benedict, all of it was incredible. So consistent and delicious And kid friendly! My nephew had a great meal and it came w little kiddy fizzy drink w an umbrella. Adorbs.

I came here on a Friday night and was able to get a table without a reservation. This place gives…read morefusion lounge bar vibes. It's really cute and well decorated. The space is a bit tight and a little noisy. The food is a mix of Vietnamese tapas and classic dishes. I got the milk bread and spring rolls to start. The milk bread came with this durian butter which was interesting... the bread was nothing more than a dinner roll. I love the spring rolls and perfect starter for sharing. I had the pho and it was good. The broth is nice and well seasoned, though not as fragrant as others I have had. The fried chicken and mashed potatoes were a hit, the potatoes were so creamy. The chicken rice was average, probably wouldn't order again. The menu is extensive and so much I want to try next time. Sadly the service sucked, they were so slow in giving us menu, water, taking orders. No one checked up on us, and had to flag for the bill. I would come back once more to try their other dishes.

While there is limited parking, going early enough meant there will be ample table space. Since it…read moreis more for tapas/bar food, there is a 30-45min wait if you arrive at peak meal times. It's a beautiful restaurant though and had good vibes. Service was good although it did slow down as we reached peak lunch time. The items that took the longest to come were the pho but this was acceptable since we weren't in a rush. The satay pho had a good kick to it and there was quite a bit of rare beef inside. Next time I would probably do a little bit of everything for their toppings. I think more noodles could have been added for a large pho but I was full. Next time I'd come to try more of their bbq items and appetizers. It's a bit of a splurge but definitely has a unique menu!

I recently visited Chillax & Co. and had such a great experience. The restaurant is located right…read morealong the busy Yonge Street strip in Richmond Hill, surrounded by plenty of shops, cafés, and plazas, so it's an easy stop whether you're meeting friends or just exploring the area. The vibe inside is cozy and relaxed with a modern café-bistro feel. It's bright, welcoming, and definitely lives up to the name "Chillax." It feels like the kind of place you can sit and enjoy a slow brunch or a casual dinner without feeling rushed. For brunch, two dishes really stood out. The braised pork eggs Benedict was fantastic. The pork was tender and flavorful, and it paired perfectly with the creamy hollandaise and poached eggs. The gochujang fried chicken brioche burger was another highlight. The chicken was crispy with just the right amount of spice, and the soft brioche bun tied everything together. We also came back for dinner and tried the seafood paella, which was rich, comforting, and packed with seafood. It's definitely a great dish to share. For drinks, the cheesy mango ice matcha was surprisingly good. The mango adds sweetness while the cheese foam makes it creamy and indulgent. A really unique combination that works well. Prices are pretty reasonable for the quality and portion sizes, with most dishes around the $20-$30 range. Overall, it's a great spot for brunch, dinner, or just drinks. I'll definitely be coming back to try more of the menu!

Met with friends for a late birthday catch-up. We order the salmon salad bowl and the laksa with…read moreseafood for sharing with an addition of an order of baguette. An order of soft serve matcha and tiramisu-choux. Beverages were a kumquat-berry fizz and mint (something) fizz and glass of house red. The food was exquisite and amazing. The laksa was beautiful in flavor. The service was so fast, the food came out quickly and the service was friendly, helpful with recommendations. Really hidden gem. If you are in the neighborhood, should check it out Oh the actual ambiance and space is gorgeous built around a beautiful bar, surrounded by black window accents against exposed brick. Very chic.