For a Christmas popup place, the food here was pretty good. The interior was quite small. There…read morewere 2 floors of seatings, and they were both decorated with nice holiday lights and decorations. The Greek food here was comparable to the ones you'd find in other Greek restaurants on The Danforth, but with slightly smaller portion size. The Grilled Octopus was excellent - very tender. Grilled Calamari was flavourful but a tad bit small. I liked the rice, potatoes, and tzatziki that it came with. We ordered extra grilled vegetables on the side, and I liked that they were still crisp and not overly cooked. The mocktail, Christmas Mule (pomegranate and orange juice, ginger beer, lemon, cinnamon), was just so-and-so. I was hoping that it'd come in a Christmas-themed glass or mug, but it came in a regular glass and had a tropical vibe more than a Christmas vibe. It tasted refreshing with a bit of zing from the ginger.

I'm not gonna lie I've had extremely mediocre Mediterranean food and was worried about this. But I…read morewas in absolute shock at how well seasoned the food was and our server was so lovely and polite. We came for Christmas dinner and the interior was like stepping into a winter wonderland which was great for taking photos! In total there were FOUR whole floors including the basement decked out for the holidays I ordered the grilled octopus and it was cooked to perfection but the thing stole my attention was the bean and truffle spread because holy f*** it was so good I would literally eat a whole plate with flatbread of just that bean spread. I got to try the beef and chicken skewer as well and it was very tasty. I know I'm gonna be thinking about this octopus for a while until the next time I come back! It was a bit pricy but I think it was worth the experience

After reading great reviews for Bobby's Hideaway, we decided to go here for a quick catch up and…read morefor some good food. This place was bright and had lots of seating. We ordered the Grilled Chicken Penne (5/5), Beef Dip (4/5) and Fish and Chips (5/5). Grilled Chicken Penne was deliciously creamy. The chicken was juicy and the mushrooms were bouncy. The pasta sauce had a faint taste of wine which was pleasant. The dish also came with garlic bread. Beef Dip was good. The sandwich was packed with sliced beef. The only thing that would've been nice is if we were given the option to change the cheddar cheese to either Swiss or mozzarella. The onion rings were fresh and crispy. Fish and Chips were enjoyable. The fish to batter ratio was perfect. It didn't feel like I was eating mostly batter. The fries were really good too. Overall, the portions were big and the service was fast. Our server was friendly and kept checking in on us which was nice. We'd love to come back again to try other items on their menu.

We met friends here. They wanted to have the veal parmigiana which they enjoyed. Our waitress was…read morefriendly and efficient. I enjoyed the beef dip and my partner had chicken breast in a brioche bun. The food was all very good and the onion rings were outstanding. The decor is in good condition and the ambiance is relaxed. This is a casual dining establishment done well. There is plenty of free parking.

One of the diners in our group is a fan of kebabs and anything Persian or Turkish and wanted to try…read morethis place after seeing the positive Google reviews but surprisingly there is no review on Yelp. When we arrived for dinner around 6:30 on a Saturday we were the only group in the restaurant for the longest time. (around 8 pm another group walked in). I am wondering if it gets busier later at night as they do have live music later in the evening (it was being set up as we were leaving) and it looks like they are also a shisha lounge. Menu has a good selection of kebabs, chicken, lamb and ground beef and a selection of stews. All the kebab combos come with rice, grilled tomatoes and pickled onions. We didn't see a huge offering of appetizers or desserts. The server was really helpful in answering any questions we had about the menu The kebabs were incredibly moist and flavourful, especially the ground beef. At the front of the restaurant there is a sign advertising a 19.99 special. The sign is not in English but from the picture it looks like a take out special. Interestingly enough the take out special is a better deal than if you ate in the restaurant. The meal came with a kebab meal, a stew and a side salad whereas the meal we ordered as sit down customers did not come with any of this. We enjoyed our meal as the food was really good and we absolutely did not feel rushed.

Went tonight and obviously was not a busy night as 930 on a Monday. Our waiter was incredible…read more Looked like he was doing it all himself but we never felt it. Best koobideh I've had in the city. Downtown uptown wherever. Go. Get the koobideh. Thank me later.

We had a pleasure of trying the Thai beef with lettuce wrap and…read moreI highly recommend! It has just the right kick and it is not overwhelming! The four cheese dip has always been our favourite and it has a choice of fried and baked pita which we truly enjoy! Anika our server is very accommodating and very welcoming, she was very kind and we felt at home and comfortable! We will definitely come back at this location! Ambiance is welcoming and homey feel

The lousiest 200+ dollar meal for 3 persons you can find in Mississauga. Dry wilted Caesar salad…read morefollowed by 3 x 8oz pieces of medium well Shoe Leather - devoid of seasoning - half cooked brocolli, baked potato with soil on the skn and the most disgusting "steak topping" to rival sucking on a bottle of cheap balsamic vinegar. Never again unless you have an option to put the boots to the so-called Microwave trained chefs for every bad dish served next time you visit.

Solid spot for drinks! Went on a weekend with friends late like 12-2 am and it was pretty chill. My…read morefriends and I tried a bunch of drinks together: 1) Notice Me, Sasuke - Green Owl green tea vodka, strawberry peach soju, hakutsuru nigori sake, lime. Good if you like more sweet drinks. 2) Pepinorita - Tromba Blanco tequila, lime, cucumber cordial, waltirlime leaf tincture, thai bitters. Really refreshing and my favourite! 3) Something Whimsical - shitake infused Four Roses bourbon, Strega amaro, fennel syrup, lemon, Sacred Earth Bitters. This one was not for me, I think it was the fennel and maybe bourbon that threw it off for me. Very strong! My other friend loved it but I had to ask for a different drink. Still I recognized that quality wise it was good. Lol. 4) Tom Yum Booze - Tanqueray Rangpur gin, lemongrass, lime leaf, pandan syrup, coconut water, lime, thai bitters. Much lighter, light taste from cocktail water and had a ball of crushed ice on top of it. Unique look. 5) Hot & Bothered - hibiscus & rosehip infused gin, pisco, mango nectar, house hot sauce, lemon, Peychauds bitters. Not bad, more spicy and my friend really liked it. 6) Tea - purple tea in my pics, was light smooth and my friends loved it. Dessert - I also ordered an aloe sake sherbet which was quite refreshing and tasty. Very reasonable price. Overall, definitely recommend for friends, dates, or even if you want to book it for a small work event. More quiet place to chill depending on when you go. I think they play more music depending on time or day. Just be aware of the high stairs to get up to this place if you have mobility issues. Our server was nice, accommodating and friendly. Mixologist was skilled and efficient.

LoPan has this nice Speakeasy vibe. It is located at the 2nd floor of DaiLo and actually is part of…read moreDaiLo as their bar snacks really come from the same kitchen. We popped in for a pre dinner cocktail and even our friendly bartender was surprised to see us. He thought we came to the wrong bar? But when I walked into LoPan, I knew it is the perfect venue for a quick drink/snacks and just have a good time with friends. Cocktails was well crafted and I do love the Asian twist on some of them. I love spicy cocktails and my Stockholm Knights in this cute Tiki mug really hit the spot. I know I will be back next time when I am in Little Italy wondering where I should go for a drink......

I had lunch today with friends at Red Cranberries…read more I had chicken parm, which was very good. Liver and onions was a hit ... 5 in our group ordered and loved it. Shan was friendly and took good care of us.

This place honestly never fails to be impressive. A quaint little neighborhood spot that's a…read moreliteral hidden gem that's nestled away on parliament. The place does look a little outdated, but I feel like this only adds to the charm. The staff are quite friendly, and if you go often enough they do get to know your names. I spotted a few locals that were on first name basis with the server at different tables, and it was so wonderful to be able to eat in my meal with kind of environment. I ordered chicken wings and fries. It's always on point! The skin is a little chewier than I like, and softer than I prefer. But the sauce is always so tasty and the quality of the chicken is always good. My counter parts ordered the voodoo chicken, which came with pasta. The chicken was soft and cooked well and even more so better flavoured. The pasta is a little rich, which made it quite satisfying. The last Friday we ordered was haddock and salad, I forgot to take the picture of this one. But it was such a great light dinner for a late night meal with friends. For dessert we ordered the bread pudding, which was shared by all. I do not regret one bit of ordering this incredibly rich dish. The sauce was such a compliment to this lightly sweetened bread pudding. We cannot wait to come back.

I visited Archeo last night for a Winterlicious dinner with a couple of my friends. We made…read morereservations in advance and we had no issues getting seated early. The restaurant was fairly empty even though it was around 7pm on a weeknight. Tomato and Fennel Soup - This was really nicely flavoured and the croutons were herby and buttery and so good. This is exactly what we needed to warm up after the cold walk in. This was a good sized portion too Eggplant Parmesan - fried discs of eggplant with cheese and tomato sauce, really delicious and great flavour. A nice hearty vegetarian option that's not a salad. It was a bit small tho, it would've been nice if there was a fresh side salad to accompany this dish and cut some of the richness from the fried eggplant. Cherry Clafouti - a small cherry cake/pastry with pastry cream on top and a cherry sauce. If you like cherries this is a nice mild dessert that finished off the meal well. The presentation wasn't great but the taste was good. Quite a bit of tartness as well if you like that Overall this is a cute restaurant but it wasn't anything special to me, it was just another Italian style restaurant.

On top of the continued bad service at this restaurant, this is the cherry on top. After seeing a…read moresign that the restaurant will be closed until March 18, we came back March 20th... still closed... with the sign that it will re open on the 18th!?! GET IT TOGETHER

We visited Arcadian Café & Lounge for dinner and really enjoyed the variety on the menu. The…read morerestaurant has a modern and relaxed vibe that's great for a date night, casual dinner or a night out with friends. We ordered the "Peri Peri Shrimps" and "Momo Medley" for appetizers, "Sizzling Beef Short Ribs" and "Arcadian Stuffed Chicken" for main, along with a "Pineapple Blast" and a "Mojito". Everything was fresh and flavourful. The Sizzling Beef Short Ribs were tender and served hot, the Momo Medley was a fun appetizer to share, and both drinks were refreshing. We really enjoyed how we were able to relax and take our time to enjoy the food, music and the vibes. The staff were very friendly and helpful and never made us feel rushed.

This place is absolutely beautiful. The lounge gave me those fancy London lounge vibes the second I…read morewalked in. Unfortunately, the experience didn't quite keep up with the decor. Our adventure started before we even sat down. A gentleman came in to pick up his takeout order, and the lady behind the counter appeared to be sitting on his food bag. He wasn't too happy about it, and she kept insisting she wasn't sitting on it, just very, very close to it. At that point I thought, "Well... this evening is going to be interesting." Then, as soon as you walk in, the first thing that greets you isn't the music or the beautiful decor... it's the smell from the bathrooms. We looked at each other, laughed, and decided not to test our luck by going in there. The lounge was almost empty when we arrived around 11:00 p.m. on a weekday. My sister has a fractured back, so we politely asked if we could sit at one of the many larger tables. The waitress kept saying those tables were for big groups. We looked around at all the empty tables and thought maybe the big groups were just running fashionably late. She eventually let us sit there, saying we'd have to move if a large group arrived. I told her that was completely fine. Spoiler alert... we never had to move. Now, the hookah. I ordered my usual double apple, and my niece ordered the same flavor she orders everywhere we go. Somehow, both arrived tasting like... perfume. The gentleman who said he was the manager was wonderful. He replaced both hookahs right away, but unfortunately the new ones tasted exactly the same. My niece finally gave up and returned hers. When he asked about mine, I told him it still tasted like I was smoking perfume instead of shisha. He actually tried it himself, agreed something wasn't right, and kindly removed both hookahs and one of the drinks from our bill. That level of customer service was genuinely appreciated. I only tried the drinks and cheesecake, and I have to give them credit where it's due the presentation of the drinks was beautiful. They arrived on a tray with dry ice creating a rolling smoke effect and a little bonsai-style tree. It looked elegant, unique, and definitely got everyone's attention. My traditional virgin mojito was actually delicious. My sister's virgin strawberry margarita, however, seemed to be having a little identity crisis. We kept looking for the strawberry, but it never introduced itself. As for the cheesecake... it was okay. Nothing wrong with it, but nothing that made me say, "Wow, I need to come back for another slice." This place honestly has so much potential. The lounge is beautiful, and you can tell someone put a lot of effort into creating the space. I think with better quality maasal and someone who really knows hookah, this place could become a favorite. As a Middle Eastern customer, I know how serious people are about shisha, and with a few improvements, I think they'd have people coming back for both the atmosphere and the experience. The funny part? After we got home, I started reading the reviews online and was genuinely surprised by how many people had experiences similar to ours. Apparently, we weren't the only ones! And finally... thank you, ChatGPT, for recommending this place. I guess even AI has an off day once in a while. Would I come back? Maybe. I'm a big believer in second chances... just not third chances for perfume-flavored hookah. The lounge itself is gorgeous, and the manager genuinely did everything he could to make things right, which I really appreciated. I truly hope they make a few improvements because this place has all the ingredients to become an amazing spot. I'd honestly love to update this review one day and give them five stars.