A Hidden Gem with NYC Vibes & Central Perk Charm!…read more Took my bestie to Ravine Cafe today for bunch to celebrate her birthday, and we are still buzzing. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere hit that perfect sweet spot, that classy but cozy, with a definite New York City energy. Think lots natural light with big windows, warm and welcoming lighting, and that effortless "cool" that made us feel like we have stepped into Central Perk. Only things missing is the big orange couch and the oversized coffee mugs. The menu? Bougie without the sting. We both had the eggs Benny, while mine was the Cajun shrimp (unique and flavourful), hers was the classic bacon Benny. They were both beautifully plated, yet surprisingly reasonable for the quality. What really sealed it was the service. Staff was attentive and smiley, but the owner stole the show, came by, chatted for a solid 15 minutes, and shared the restaurant's backstory. Felt like old-school hospitality, not rushed commercially influenced like most of the commercial restaurants in the area. Perfect for a brunch gathering, a date, or just pretending you are in a rom-com. We will for sure be back, and with more friends. Thank you for the great service and amazing food!

It was my son's birthday, we went fr breakfast. Very clean spacious place . Staff is very…read morewelcoming . Service was good , ambiance is good too . The breakfast was good

The staff is always so so friendly every time I visit. They treat everyone with respect and always…read morehave a smile on their face. :) My go-to order is an iced coffee with oat milk, and it's made with perfection every time. They have amazing pastries, full of flavour, and definitely a touch of uniqueness and creativity. I had gone for Mother's Day with my parents, and they offered free gift bags and a flower for all mothers, how sweet! If you're looking for a place full of love and delicious treats, I recommend this cafe!

A little pricey but great quality, the place has an awesome atmosphere. Very friendly servers and…read moregreat service. The food comes beautifully presented.

Came here to work, on a weekday morning. It was a little cute and cozy cafe. I would say it was the…read moreperfect work environment in the day. It is a little bit of an older place, natural lighting from the windows and cute little decor inside. Plenty of table space. I ordered an iced Turkish coffee, it was just ok. Nothing phenomenal I would say about it. I thought the food was a little bit on the pricey side, unfortunately didn't order anything at the time. Service was just okay, server was serving tables and also manning front of house kind of causing a lag of people ordering at the counter. Overall, a good place to meet with friends, work from home or grab a quick bite perhaps.

The place is very clean , decor is good . Very nice atmosphere. The service is good …read more We ordered one black tea and a Turkish coffee and a slice of baklava . The tea was good but I felt overall it's expensive. Black tea is usually served in a kettle and we drink couple of times. I felt I needed more to wash down the baklava. The Turkish coffee was too dense. We paid close to $25 for 3 items.

I ordered food for the first time here, and it was amazing! I got the breakfast sandwich, which…read moreincluded parmesan egg, lettuce, tomato and a creamy sauce. I also ordered a black cold brew, my personal favourite. The service was pretty quick considering how busy it was, so that's appreciated. As for the interior, it's a really cute, cozy cafe. It's definitely a great choice for studying, working, or catching up with friends. I definitely want to go back and try some new foods, since my meal was very delicious!

Came here early on the weekend for breakfast. Lots of seating but can see this place getting busy…read more It was comfortable, it's the type of place where you order and pickup then go sit down. No wait service. We ordered pancakes which were great. Nice and fluffy. Loved the croc madame - it was loaded with cheese and had tons of flavour. The eggs benny croissant was just okay in our opinion. It was a bit of a wait but it was a nice place to come to for brunch or some pastries. We also had a pastry which was good and bought some sourdough to go.

Venue 4/5 Right in…read morethe heart of old Richmond Hill this cute café has very nice decor inside lots of fresh pastries at the front for when you walk in as well as desserts. Perfect for group or social functions with friends. Parking wise, there are a few parking lots at the plazas nearby. Otherwise it is limited street parking on Yonge Street. Service 5/5 Staff were very attentive and helpful in menu clarifications as well as providing alternatives. The preparation time wasn't too long so we were able to get our food shortly after we ordered. Food 4/5 We have the iced Matcha latte with a chicken Caesar salad today they mentioned they had lattes with fruits that I will certainly try another time . As this is a Persian restaurant, they have Persian favourites and traditional dishes. They also carry a diverse breakfast and lunch menu, catering to Western dishes.

We came here for a dessert with our friends, like the vibe and our order got ready super fast…read more Liked the shake and highly recommend this place for a bite or evening sweets

Been meaning to try out this Italian cafe after hearing some great things about it. Finally found…read moreit and loved the experience! Staff are very friendly and accommodating to your needs. Expectation wise? Don't expect Michelin star chefs or fancy interiors. It's a very humble setup in a non-traditional office building with staff who go the extra mile to assist customers. My pasta was made on the spot by the same person who took my order and made my espresso. He was a very honest, hard worker who served customers while making the food and drinks from scratch. I watched him meticulously cleaning all the cooking equipment, espresso machine, countertops, surfaces, and cleaning the floors after serving his customers. I was very impressed by his work ethic and dedication. I tried the penne pasta with mushroom and sausage topped with Alfredo sauce. It came with garlic bread and salad. Their number one ordered meal. So good! The penne pasta with rossa sauce (rose sauce) came with chicken and mushrooms. I prefer the Alfredo sauce as it was rich creamy and delicious. However what made my experience a good one was the hospitality and attentiveness of the staff. In today's fast food world, good service warrants a higher star rating!

Nice coffee shop with a cozy atmosphere. The coffee tasted great, and the staff were welcoming.read more

This is a great hangout place. Nice setting to just sit, relax, and have a drink with some friends…read more They have a wide variety of video games that make this place that much better! The place is beautifully decorated and has such a cozy setting. Would definitely recommend this place to anyone that would like to just take a break from everything else. Would I come back? Most definitely!

Awesome place to chill and have a beer! Come for a beer and get an hour of gaming. We played Mario…read morecart on Switch. Clean and cozy!

A very authentic Italian bakery and cafe -- clearly a local spot, with customer hanging out both…read moreoutside and inside (at casual tables). Cannoli and cannoncini were awesome ($2.50 each), with sweet and rich cream filling in a crunchy shell. Calabrese bread ($4) was great too -- a crust browned and flavourful. Terrific value! Staff were helpful in explaining the many pastry options they have.

We found out about this place from Yelp reviews. We drove 20 min north from…read morewere staying to get this place-and it didn't disappoint! We got a plain croissant, chocolate croissant, tiramisu&2 lattes. The croissants we're delicious as was the tiramisu. The lattes were just what we expected not bitter, smooth and creamy. we were wanting European style treats and drinks and we got it.

I recently visited Corner Cafe for Saturday brunch and had a mixed experience…read more Located in a business park area of Richmond Hill along West Beaver Creek Road, the cafe is surrounded by offices and plazas. The space itself is bright, cozy, and modern. It's great for a casual brunch. The menu focuses on creative takes on classic brunch dishes, with most plates around $18-$25 and drinks about $6-$9. We tried the pork sausage shakshouka, pork jowl eggs benny, and a strawberry matcha latte. The drink was a standout--refreshing, nicely layered, and not overly sweet. The dishes themselves had good flavors and promising concepts. Unfortunately, the experience started off rough. Despite having a reservation, we waited over 30 minutes for a table during the busy Saturday brunch rush, and parking around the plaza was difficult. When the food arrived, the eggs in both the eggs benny and the shakshouka were overcooked, which was disappointing since runny yolks are key to both dishes. Overall, Corner Cafe has a nice vibe and an interesting brunch menu, but the long wait, tough parking, and inconsistent execution made the experience fall short this time.

Venue 5/5 Easy to…read moreaccess, park, and comfortable seating. Good selection of board games here. It's nice that there is one in Richmond hill now as the other location was near Markville before. Service 4/5 wasn't too busy when we went in afternoon. Easy to be seated, staff are attentive. Food 4/5 Eggs Benedict with Smoke Salmon was great. The chicken fettucine with spinach was also very tasty. The portions are comparable for a GTA uptown location. Will definitely revisit to try the rest of the menu.

Why do I like Shalom India?? Because it's neither laffa nor pizza! I know our kosher choices in the…read morecity are slowly growing, but these guys are really giving it a go with something very different, and need our support. They are also very customer centered, sadly a trait missing from other kosher options. For our first visit we sampled mostly from the indo-Chinese menu. The Manchurian stir fry (came with rice) was tasty but could have used a bit more curry. The chicken pad Thai was good but the flavor was not classic pad Thai, more of a tasty Asian brown sauce. We tried the combo Indian appetizers which I think would have been tastier right out of the fryer and blotted a bit more (takeout fried food is always a challenge!) But I still enjoyed the offering I'm looking forward to going back and trying the straight up Indian menu. I'll also take advantage of their weekly FB specials! Such a treat to finally have that option in our city!!

An incredible restaurant. Owners are amazing, food is…read moreincredible, decor, price, ambiance... If inky all restaurants could be this good. Of particular note is that when I was there, there were a few clients of middle East background. They did not seem to know anything about kosher, and were highly critical of everything and refused to pay. They were clearly trying to agitate. The amazing thing is how the owner treated them with great patience and dignity. I will definitely be going back. Amazing.