Small is already a pretty big portion! The chicken with fries and all the sauces is very good. Way better than a classic poutine in my opinion! The chicken with couscous (cold) is very refreshing, on the other hand. Quick seat turnover at this place, so it's not too hard to get a table. However, it can get very busy. read more

Otto's Berlin Döner - German Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

My first time trying a 'doner' which is basically a pita sandwich with lots of toppings inside. And I absolutely loved it! Their quantity is pretty big as you can see in the picture, it was very filling. Not to mention it's not expensive at all! I recommend this place to anyone visiting Toronto. It's unique and I guarantee you have never eaten a sandwich like this before! I will definitely be going back there. read more

Otto's Berlin Döner - Veggie Döner - German Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

I came here one night after reading all the food reviews about it online. The store is located in Kensington and was really well decorated. There was a really relaxing vibe with all the cute little decorations. I ordered my food (chicken teller box) and it took around five minutes for me to get it. The box was pretty full, however there was not much chicken at all. It was mainly filled with veggies. Thus, I thought it was a bit expensive (around $16) for what it's worth. I can get something similar at chipotle or the halal guys for much cheaper and with more meat. The chicken was also cold and flavourless; all of its flavour came from the salad. With the sauce and the feta, the box tasted more Greek than German. I will be coming back sometime to try the doner. However, I didn't really enjoy the chicken teller box. read more

Otto's Berlin Döner - German Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

It's not every day that I can say, 'holy bananas! why have i not been here before?' For the longest time, if I heard anything involving German style food, I can't say I was jumping up for joy. However, this has given me a totally fresh appreciation of German Street Food. For some reason the concept of street food in germany was beyond me. I am completely wrong - and happily so! The only reason it's not a 5 star rated spot is the customer service. Otherwise, everything else was spot on. They have a simple and straight forward menu which I appreciate. I chose the chicken doner. My mind kept drifting gyros but I knew it would not be quite like that. What I ended up instead with was this amazing chicken sensation in a crisp, warm flatbread thingy (yup, I said thingy). I can only say I am not proud at the speed I inhaled this. It was so good, so flavourful and filling. It is messy to eat though. It is the price you pay for the good stuff. Speaking of price. It is more expensive than your average donair or gyro or whatever concoction like that. $9 dollars with tax but if you aren't eating this everyday - splurge a little for something really good. read more

Otto's Berlin Döner - Chicken doner - German Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Small, but packs a punch!! It's a German styled street food restaurant specializing is sandwiches and beer. The Doner is like a Greek Gyro, it contains think, juicy slices of spit-roasted, chicken, veal or lamb. You can order them on a pita or in a box. The meat is tossed with fresh tomato, crunchy iceberg lettuce and red cabbage, then doused with a spicy, garlicky yogurt sauce. If you like spicy foods, ask for the hot sauce. It's a slow burning, I believe cumin based. They also have a halloumi Doner, which is a fried salty cheese w/ feta in a pita or box, and their currywurst and fries. On tap or bottles, you can find nine German brews, including a Schwarzbier. It's a great cheap eat in Kensington! read more

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Otto's Berlin Döner puts German style food on the map in Toronto. A döner ranges from $6.95 to 7.95, the Döner Teller ranges from $7.95 to 9.95. As other reviewers had mentioned, be prepare to wait for 10-15 minutes for your food. My colleagues and I had waited for a solid 15 minutes after the order was placed. The food was delicious. The only fault was the slightly dried chicken. It seems juiciness of the chicken was sacrificed for a crispy exterior. This was luckily compensated by the garlic yogurt sauce and hot sauce. It is only detectable when eating the content of the döner separately and likely undetectable when eaten as a whole. My colleague was kind enough to let me try the veal and lamb döner he had ordered. Between the two, I would order the latter in the future. Overall, Otto's Berlin Döner is great for after-party or coma food. It's filling and definitely warms your belly and puts you to sleep! read more

Otto's Berlin Döner - German Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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The chemistry is perfect here. Stuck in a sketchy location in Kensington on Augusta Ave. up near College, Otto's has a unique take on the classic middle eastern sandwich. Couple that with some serious German-style efficiency and organization, and BEER, now any doubts about their competency disappears as you walk through the doorway. Teutonic perfection demonstrated here is clearly the balance of ingredients in the sandwich and how it is plated. The relationship between the veggies, the meat, and the bread is what I like, and to wash down that with a tasty Belgian beer on TAP yet, well this is what turns my crank! I'll be back to try other menu items. read more

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Otto's Berlin Döner was a small restaurant with a hipstery kind of vibe. It was a smart causal service where you ordered and paid for your food and could eat in or take out. In fact, we saw a lot of takeout orders during the time that we were there. We ordered the Veal & Lamb Döner. (When I saw the photos on Google maps, I didn't realize what I wanted to try was their sandwich! It certainly didn't look like it. XD I had to ask the staff to confirm.) They had a self-service water station. They also had beer from a tap and wine. It was a very popular place with lots of customers dining in on a Friday night. The Veal & Lamb Döner sandwich was gigantic and so worth it and filling for one person to eat. It was bigger than the size of my face! It was loaded with diced tomatoes, cucumbers, red cabbage, onions, hot sauce, garlic aioli, yogurt herb, and fresh leaf lettuce. The pita bread was sooo good! Despite it having so many ingredients in it, it held up very well and was easy to eat with your hands. I especially liked the garlic aioli smeared generously on the pita bread. The saucy meat was even tastier as you got to the bottom of the sandwich and it was definitely the kind of thing I crave for sometimes. I highly recommend this restaurant!! read more

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Situated in Kensington market it's a prime place to be especially in the summer. I went last week for dinner with some friends surprised how pricey it is. I understand it's downtown but for the portion and the taste certainly found it a bit overpriced. Otto has a self serve system where you pay and wait for your order. Seats are limited but they do open up the patio. I got the chicken bowl doner. Its pretty typical sauce salad chicken. Honestly not much to write home about it was 12 for a small bowl. I was disappointed but the food did taste good again not very unique you can get this type of food for bigger portion elsewhere. read more

Otto's Berlin Döner - Chicken doner - German Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

I came here a few minutes before closing, though it was more than half full. Most of the menu items were unavailable, so I ordered the chicken doner. Very good flavours in it, and a nice bread, but I found the way it was wrapped and the extra work involved took away from it a bit. The way in which it's wrapped is similar to the east coast doner, where the bread barely even makes it around, so you have to carefully peel the wrapper back on each bite. Even then, you're doing a non-stop balancing act and food still falls out and you may resort using a fork. I think food fell on my shirt in spite of my best efforts. I'm sure it's probably tradition and not a fault of the preparation, but it's just not my preference. I'd still be happy to come back however as the taste was there, but hopefully a platter is available next time. Good beer on tap. read more

Otto's you are so sooo good! You make my taste buds and stomach so incredibly happy and satisfied each and every time I visit. I remember when you first opened and I made the trek to try you out very late in the night. Then you changed your hours, so I hope that is working better for you. Although, I wish you were open an extra hour... Since you have opened your beef and veal Teller with half fries and half salad with feta and extra garlic and yogurt is one of my favourite meals in the city. Side note.. the bathrooms are awesome and buzz worthy ++++. Most importantly, thank you for being a consistently tasty go-to. See you soon!! read more

If you're looking for great simple eats for reasonable prices, you have to try Otto's Berlin Doner. I've been here several times and have never been disappointed. The menu is simple: choose between doner (sandwich), teller (box), or wurst (sausage). For doner or teller, have a choice between chicken, lamb and beef, halloumi cheese, or another vegetarian option. You can get teller and wurst options on your choice of fries, salad, or couscous ($1 extra). Then you choose which sauces you like - garlic aioli, yogurt sauce, and hot sauce (or all 3), and can even ask for sauce on the side. I have tasted the lamb and beef, the chicken and halloumi and all were amazing. The meats have this satisfying juiciness yet also have a great crust on the meat that adds a nice contrast of texture and flavour. I love the teller box because it gives me a gluten-reduced option, and the red wine vinegar dressing on the salad has such brightness of flavour that I often have cravings for it. The bread that comes with the doner has nice grill marks on it but a fluffy soft interior. Many people enjoy the sandwich option but be warned that it can be quite messy! They have a liquor license and a nice patio outside. I will definitely be back! read more

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For my 3rd food adventure of the day, my cousin and I ordered a Bratwurst with seasoned fries. I don't think I've ever had German food before, so I was interested in trying this sausage with curry ketchup. I can't say that I liked the curry ketchup that much, but I did enjoy the sausage and the seasoned fries. I love how Toronto has many different types of cuisines. I don't think I can get something like this in San Francisco. read more

Otto's Berlin Döner - Bratwurst with seasoned fries - German Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

I have never tried a Doner before, but boy was it good. The bread was not to thin and had the perfect crunch with a softer inside. The fries were a great addition to the vegetables in the inside, and the sauce was really good. For a first time experiencing this, my mouth still waters thinking about the dish, and I will definitely visit again next time I have the chance. read more

Otto's Berlin Döner - Veggie Doner - German Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Delicious and fresh food! Ordered the chicken doner with halloumi and also a side order of halloumi sticks. The doner was absolutely delicious!!! Their garlic aioli is life - so so good! Would highly recommend to others and will also order again! *ordered through ubereats read more

Check the expiry date of the special beers you order there. Had a Weihenstephaner Dunkel which expired 6 Month ago. When asking staff, they checked their other bottles which all had the same April expiry date, serving it in November. Not something you expect for an $11/bottle beer. Don't expect an authentic Currywurst either. All you get is a sausage with a bit curry ketchup on the side. Very disappointing. Otto must have left Berlin many years ago or it is just the name on their restaurant now. read more

Otto's Berlin Döner - Serving expired Beer 6 Month later and still charging $11 for it. - German Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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This is the perfect place in Kensington market to meet up with a friend for a delicious simple meal and some tasty beverages. I met a friend here at about 8 PM on Wednesday night and we had a nice seat by the front window. They were doing a good business but there are still seats available for us to be comfortable. We both ordered the chicken teller box with halloumi, half fries, half salad, and a mixture of all the sauces. They had a can of cider which went really well with the spices in the sauces. The refreshing cider balanced out the medium-level spice. It was the perfect level of spice for me. They also have a very nice large selection of unique beers. The small box option was more than enough food for myself, though my friend chose the large box option. If you're in the area you should definitely do yourself a favour and stop by for some tasty eats. read more

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Otto's sells Turkish German fusion in Kensington Market. You can get kebobs, curry-wurst, and a German beer here. Prices are a decent as beer comes in a half liter and portions are generous. Would come back if I was in the area. The venue is pretty small, with some indoor and out door seating. The COOLEST thing is the bathroom. If you end up using the WC, go and hit the buttons on the way for a good time ;)... it's music and disco you sickos! Ordered: Currywurst - plenty of fries, one large banger and seasoning on it. Fairly tasty, good amount of curry Munich Gold - very light, crisp. Step up from coors. read more

Otto's Berlin Döner - German Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

As a Berlin expatriate I am intimately familiar with Döner Kebab, the most delicious street food innovated by Turkish immigrants in Berlin. Otto's version comes close to what I am used to, and is delicious in its own right. Having said that, one of the things that make Döner so special is the preparation of the meat. In the original, the meat grills on a rotisserie and is sliced paper thin from the outside into superbly crispy and juicy chips that are added to the sandwich. You don't get to see Otto prepare the sandwich, but from the chewy, thickly sliced result I am sure he is using a different approach. Still good, but just not quite the real thing. Do enjoy the lamb and veal at Otto's but then head over to Berlin to taste what Döner is all about! read more

About freaking time I tried Ottos!!!! (I've tried the bierhalle, totally different food and vibe) It was sooooo good!!! I've never had a döner but I've had many similar foods like shawarma and whatnot. But this was next level good!!! The bread was the bomb.com and their creamy garlic sauce was on point. I got the chicken! The portion was a great size but it was so yummy I could have had 2 LOL! Just like the bierhalle the bathrooms are also a party which is a fun bonus!! The location is tiny in Kensington tucked away on Augusta but if you're lucky you can score a table or better yet, a patio spot!! Service was also really friendly. Can't wait to introduce my bf to this one!! read more

Otto's Berlin Döner - German Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Fantastic eatery in a great neighborhood. This place is a gem in the Kensington market (which has a reputation of having lots of amazing places; makes a perfect destination for a food crawl). There is nothing I don't love about Otto's. Great food; great beer selection to wash it all down; fresh ingredients; very reasonable prices. Sign me up. I had a Chicken Doner. It was sumptuous, tasty and fresh. The have a patio too to do some people watching while you enjoy what they have to offer. read more

Otto's Berlin Döner - Chicken Doner - German Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Enjoyed the experience. Not sure if they had lots of delivery orders..? It took forever, only 6 inside, sloooowwwww. About $12 for the doner (chicken). Very cool restrooms, 2 rooms, 2 light shows... read more

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Tasty and if you like hot this place delivers. I really liked the halloumi bites. Also great line up of add ons. It offers beer and cider to go with. I definitely think it's a great spot but they do run out of items. So just be prepared to select a back up plan. read more

I went there a while back. The donair is what drew my attention. I was born and raised in Germany, which has plenty of great Turkish donair/kebab places. It's one of my most favorite snacks over there! There was this expectation that this place would try to copy some of those over here...but while I think an attempt to copy has been made, it failed the mark miserably. This one was soaked in fat. Sorry Otto...but I won't come back. Good luck tho... read more

The food is great. Just don't try to use the washroom or you might get killed by their steep stairs with the tiniest steps I have ever seen. I slipped and fell down, hurting both my arms, hands and back. But the worst was noticing how long it took for anyone to help me or ask if I was ok, after they heard me screaming in pain. I felt disrespected as a regular customer and will not go back until the stairs get changed, especially after hearing that the same accident happened to other people, including employees. read more

Having heard from my military friends who were stationed in Germany about döner kabobs, this was the first location I've ever stumbled upon selling them. Typically this is a street food that resembles a schwarma, but I believe tasty in its own way! The bread that wraps your meat and veggies, was slightly thicker and held well together. This place is located in Kensington Market in Toronto. They have posted hours and are typically open for lunch and dinner. I arrived as soon as they opened and a line had already formed. They have more than just döners to choose from. However, since I'd been on the lookout I had to get one. They have options for different sauces and ask if you would like one, two, or, all three. I chose all three. At first bite, got a hint of spice, creaminess of the sauce, and crunchy vegetables. Everything combined was incredible. Since I don't live nearby, I definitely look forward to returning next time I'm in Toronto! read more

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I have been craving German street food doners for awhile and have finally found a place to get it! The chicken doner with all the toppings and sauces was delicious and very filling! There was plenty of perfectly seasoned chicken. It was kind of difficult to eat however so get the Teller box if you're looking for something less messy. Minimalist design inside the restaurant. Order at the till and seat yourself. Will come back and pair the food with some of their numerous German beers! read more

Otto's Berlin Döner - Chicken doner - German Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Some of the best fries I've ever had! Small, crispy, dark, and salty - maybe also seasoned with some other things? I couldn't put my finger on it. The Gemüse Teller I ordered was mostly fries, with a small portion of (delicious) grilled vegetables on top. I didn't realize I could get half salad, which I might do next time. I wish there had been more vegetables. My partner's Gemüse Döner was tasty, especially with garlic aioli and feta added. It didn't seem terribly authentic, but it's also been a while since we've had actual Turkish Döner in Germany. :) Good bread, garlicky sauce, and lots of veggies. The place was crowded on Friday night, with a big takeout rush right before closing. Our order took less than ten minutes though. We ate at the bar and it was fine. I made sure to check out the washroom, based on other reviews, and I'm very glad I did! read more

Otto's Berlin Döner - Gemüseteller with fries and no sauce, after eating some veggies - German Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Had a halloumi sandwich with garlic aioli and hot sauce. Also mushroom sauce based poutine. Loved both. I did not like the bread with the sandwich personally so that's a 4. Next time would order the box. read more

We came for group lunch on Friday - from the initial pics - it looked like the place was mostly a take-out place so we had planned to do take-out. However it was a pleasant surprise to see a nice little patio out front with several tables inside. We ordered a variety of the lamb+veal and chicken doners along with two of the currywurst boxes to try. Unfortunately, they were out of the traditional bratwurst so we had the summer sausage which was equally good! Having never had a doner - I wasn't sure what to expect as they looked like wraps but they tasted amazing! The lamb+veal was great - bread was nicely toasted and filled with fresh salad, lamb and veal topped with the trio of sauces! The currywurst brought back memories of being at the train station in Frankfurt. Loved the food. If there is one critque - it is probably the fries which were too salty and a bit soggy. Not a big deal for me as we came for the doner and sausauges but crisp fries would have make this a 5 star. Will be back to try the other boxes :) read more

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Love the German offered at otto Berlin doner . It's hard to find good doner in Toronto and I love the chicken doner I had ottosdoner. Make sure to check out their bathroom for a fun surprise read more

GET THE HALLOUMI TELLER BOX. Yes this is a döner joint, but the best thing here BY FAR is the halloumi (fried cheese). Get it on half couscous, half fries. Their fries are incredible - they taste like curly fries and soak up the sauces perfectly. The couscous is great and makes you feel less bad about eating fries and fried cheese. Every forkful of fries smothered in couscous and sauce with a bite of halloumi is AMAZING. I've had this three times this week and I can't stop. The döner is good too but seriously tho the halloumi read more

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I'm a huge fan of Otto's and have been coming weekly since they opened back in 2015. Their döner sandwich (a variation of a Turkish sandwich but filled with chicken, veal or lamb) is divine and bound to satisfy your hunger. My go-to is the chicken döner with lots of sauce, but you really can't go far wrong here. They also have lamb/veal sandwiches, halloumi for vegetarians and currywurst with a delicious tomato-based curry sauce. All sandwiches can be dressed up with fries and feta cheese for an upcharge, but I honestly find them just fine as-is. One of the big plus points for me is that they use Ritual and Uber Eats for online ordering, so there's no real reason to wait in line. During the summer they have an outdoor patio which is great, and their beer selection is extensive and very reasonably priced. At around $11 plus tax for a sandwich and $11-14 for a teller box it's not exactly cheap, but I've never left hungry. Keep an eye out for occasional Ritual perks for a discount on your first mobile order. read more

This place is nestled in Kensington market and is busy throughout the day. I ordered through Ritual at 2:30pm to avoid the line, which was ~10min just to order. The ambience is casual and well-decorated. The place is always busy, but the turnover for tables was fairly quick. I had the lamb and veal Döner with all the sauces. The combination of the sauces mixed well with the seasoning, giving it a savoury and spicy flavour similar to that of shawarma (I understand that Döner has some Turkish roots, if I'm not mistaken!). It was a bit pricey for the portion (~$15 excluding tips), but all my friends that had chicken or lamb teller seemed really satisfied, so I think I'll return and give that a try. Overall, I'd come back! Food was solid. read more

Hallo. I'm here to chat about Otto's after experiencing ze CURRYWURST last week. The new spot in Kensington offers amped up German fast food and beverages. (And by the way, did you know that there's an actual Currywurst museum in Berlin?) I appreciate that they use quality Olliffe butcher meat for their sausages. I ordered the bratwurst and fries. The house-made sauces were voll tasty: a not too thick garlic sauce and a more viscous tomato curry sauce. I liked the added onion and cabbage garnish and it made me want to do half-salad, half fries (or couscous) for next time. I got takeaway and my eats were thoughtfully packaged. Super sweet owners too. I could live on the PRIME MATE that they sell (they also have the bigger and more well-known Club Mate). This is a Montreal-based carbonated yerba mate drink that I knew about when it was a Kickstarter campaign, but hadn't actually tried until Otto's. It's close to perfect. Refreshing, not too sweet, plus it's not bad for you either. My dear coconut water should be very, very afraid. I had heard that everyone in Uruguay walks around with Yerba Mate in thermoses. I get it now. As a bonus, the Prime Mate packaging is pretty and blends in well with Otto's cute 'n clean design touches. Speaking of which, does the Simpsons yellow theme and rounded figures remind you of a particular Ottoman(n)? I'm going back to try the D'oh!-ners and beers on the patio. I also need to experience a SOLO DANCE PARTY in the bathrooms. I don't recall this kind of buzz about a bathroom since L'Avenue or Mozza in Montreal. Their summer hours are laid back as hell. You can grab a quick lunch; spend a lingering afternoon with some drinks; get dinner; snack and drink something pre-party or post-work; or enjoy some late night eats. *:･ﾟ*I Want To Thank You *:･ﾟ* Update: went back for those beers and bathrooms. Excellent. As for the doners, they were fresh tasting and loved that speciality bread. A bit more meat and more evenly distributed sauce would be ideal (last few bites were the best ones), but overall this spot is fun! read more

Otto's Berlin Döner - German Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

My friend and I stopped here for a quick bite, and it's definitely one of the best restaurants I've tried in Kensington. The service was friendly and staff were quick. More importantly, the food was delicious! I tried the chicken doner ($9.50 + tax) and was blown away at how fresh and savory it tasted. The chicken was grilled to absolute perfection, and the sauces provided just the right amount of flavor. For a health conscious person like myself, this was a great cheat meal because it's essentially a salad with three sauces in a bread. My friend ate most of the bread and said she has never had that kind of bread before. The portion size was great and very filling - I ate it around 4:30 PM and haven't needed an evening snack. read more

Otto's Berlin Döner - Chicken doner - German Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Never had a Doner before. And it was incredible. I had the sandwich version and it was basically an incredible pita style meal. The quality of ingredients is amazing. I had a pita with lamb and the fancy fried cheese, with fries in it too! it was amazing! One of my favourite things to eat in Kensington. read more

Delicious döner - even my non bread loving friend was loving it. There are a few options for sauce: spicy, yogurt, and garlic (?). You can ask for all three! The spicy sauce is on the really spicy side, not for the occasional spicy fan. But if you are indeed a spicy lover, you're in for a treat. Also got the weisswurst currywurst, the sauce is currilicious! It comes with a choice of salad or fries, and again, you can ask for half of each. The salad was fresh and well seasoned, and the fries were skinny and on point. The currywurst sauce is divine. It goes surprising well with the meal. Overall it's the winner of the night. There are beer on tap as well and it comes in a big mug. One big downer is that the portion is on the small side, I was still hungry after and so was my friend. But guess what - you are in kensington, there're a few places for desert (millie crepe) and or a beer after. Make it a kensington day, my friend! read more

Otto's Berlin Döner - Cute patio lights - German Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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This place is very good! We got a döner and a döner teller with chicken and a couple of beers. Everything was really good and just the right amount of spicy. Definitely would love to come back here again. Make sure you make a trip to the restrooms as well and don't be afraid to push the big button ;) read more

Otto's Berlin Döner - Döner at the top and a döner teller at the bottom. - German Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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I've never really been to a döner place before, but I'm liking what I'm getting here. Price is roughly $8 and up an d you would seat yourself, which I personally like when I'm grabbing a quick bite (kind of like wurst to name a few places). Vegetarian Teller Box - actually really great with crispy sweet potato. But damn with all sauces, GET THE OTHER BOXES. I know I will when I come back. Chicken Döner - The boyfriend got this and I am so glad he did. I had multiple (probably more) bites as it was absolutely delicious. The bread was soft and a bit crispy. Really like this place, even going to the washroom is pretty cool. Nice patio facing Kensington is key for this little token. Location is fantastic to walk off your food babies. Couple of small things for me - there seemed something off with the people working there. Not exactly rude, but definitely not friendly. read more

Otto's Berlin Döner - Teller Box ($8) and Doner - German Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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