Loving their small dine in menu which is carefully constructed. The pairing of taste is exquisite whether you pick a pancake or shashuka. There is also pastries and breads freshly baked which you can order. Don't come in without trying the Turkish Coffee at least once. There's also alcohol on their menu, so you can dine like the weekend brunching in style. Small cute place that fits a few table...but there's also lots of people who does takeaway. Get there early to avoid having to wait long on weekends. read more

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This brunch spot is has some delicious pancakes! They don't have a really large menu to choose from. I personally found the mains to be okay. The aesthetic of the place is really nice. They have a grab and go section as well for any bakery and coffee needs. If you don't reserve a spot they do welcome walk ins as well. But the wait times can be long. I think this place was more of a social media hype than anything. The staff were friendly and welcoming. The washrooms are like a black whole and don't have much space in them. I think this place was okay, but don't see myself going back again. read more

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Four star review for Pasaj. The entire back section of the restaurant is held for reservations only. As we were unaware of this, we had to wait for one of the three small cafe tables in the front room. Our wait was about an hour on a Sunday morning which wasn't unexpected. The management was extremely friendly and accommodating. The restaurant itself is beautiful and attention to detail is The space at the front feels kind of like a greenhouse patio situation which is lovely for a sunny spring morning. The reason I give 4 stars is because we had really high hopes for the pancakes. They did not taste very fresh or fluffy, it was as if they had been sitting around for a while. Same with the Montreal style bagel. read more

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Came for lunch last week. I have to say, the venue is gorgeous. All windows and mirrors with lots of light. Very small breakfast/brunch menu with Mediterranean favs. We started with the hummus which is delicious. My only complaint was the fact that it doesn't come with anything, you have to order the bread bowl extra. That doesn't make any sense to me. Why would you just order hummus and not have something to scoop it up with? Why charge for that? Seemed petty to me. We split the pancakes and the shakshuka. The pancakes are so pretty but be prepared, they're very sweet. They come with tahini halva, and sour Cherry jam. Yum but I'm good after a couple of bites. Shakshuka was just ok. I was a little surprised that the egg whites were mixed in with the tomato sauce and the soft yolks were standalone in the middle. Bread, all of it, excellent. I'm happy I tried it but I don't have an urge to put it on my brunch circuit. read more

Beautiful spot to grab brunch on the east end of Toronto. We tried the Turkish coffee, Grandma's pancakes, and Eggs Benedict which were all pretty decent. The pastries at the front are great to-go as well. Definitely make a reservation if you plan to go. read more

Went for brunch on a Sunday with my friend. I had been wanting to try this place for a long time since I saw an ad on Instagram. We ordered egg Benedicts, one with smoked salmon and the other with sausage. The dishes came with home fries and salad. They use zucchini fritters instead of English muffins which make the dishes unique. The food was delicious though, I was disappointed that they had a 90 mins table time limit. As I was late by 20 mins due to TTC delay, we had only one hour to finish the dishes and drinks .. I would rate 4 stars for the food and minus 1 start due to such a short table time limit. read more

I had such high hopes for this place, but was once again let down by the overhype of social media & bloggers. Arriving for brunch on a blazing hot Saturday (28 degrees) with a friend, we were shocked to enter Pasaj with no air conditioning. It was an extremely uncomfortable experience. We decided to order our food and drink, 1 mimosa, which took a good 20 minutes to make. We remained patient after 45 minutes of not receiving our food, when we saw the table beside us being served, despite plcing their order at least 20 minutes after us. Mind you, one of the dishes was the same as ours. It was quite bizzare. Thirdly, the waitress (who I truly feel for having to work in a dutch oven) continuously ended up sticking their rears right in the face of my friend. Now for the food. It was simply underwhelming. White washed variations of what could have been superb authentic dishes. Shakshouka was really bad, in comparison to that of MADO. Everything else tasted like Denny's at Niagara Falls. Last but not least, to top it all of there are 2 washrooms, one of which locks, and the second which is a sliding door with ZERO LOCKS OR SECURING FEATURES. I accidentally opened the door on a poor woman squatting on the toilet. Genuinely an awful experience. The ambiance is there for instagram and false advertised tiktoks, but lacks in providing a good experience. We could not be happier to leave the premises. 1/10 will not be returning. read more

Pasaj - Bakeries Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Recently got a chance to visit Pasaj, after hearing all the rave about this place, I was excited to see what it is all about! I got their Grandma's pancakes. Made with pistachios, labneh and sour cherry jam. These pancakes tastes as good as it looks. They were fluffy and creamy, and the use of sour cherry jam really was the cherry on top! I also really love the use of labneh; a thicker Greek yogurt, to cut the sweetness of the cherry jam. The addition of pistachios also created a great textural contrast. 5/5 I also got their Poseidon which consisted of their smoked salmon, capers, cream cheese and a side salad. To be honest, this one wasn't as impressive, it was still tasty but nothing to rave about. 3/5 read more

Pasaj - Bakeries Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Yum!! I stopped by for brunch & fell in love with the interior of this place! And their Simit bagels! I ended up getting the Street Simit and it was so fresh, every ingredient was of high quality. I ate that large bagel so fast! Will be coming back read more

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such a pretty restauraunt with amazing lighting for those weekend brunch pics. place is cozy so i would definitely book ahead to avoid waiting! overall, the place itself was more impressive than the actual food. I rlly like their twist on eggs benny using zucchini fritters instead of english muffins ! i would pass on the shakshouka next time, didn't enjoy it as much as the pancakes and benny my mum enjoyed their pancakes too cuz it wasn't too sweet and just the right amount of tart on our menu : Grandma's Pancakes (7.5/10 ) Muever Benedict (8/10 ) Shakshouka (5/10 ) Turkish Latté (8/10 ) Istanbul Fog (6/10 ) read more

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I started my brunch experience with the most pleasant server who suggested such great options! I was dinning on the patio which is such a cute hidden gem in the busy Queen St. Area definitely insta worthy! I had the Mucver Benedict with smoked salmon, literally to die for. The food came out fast and our waiter was always so intensive I can't get over the service. Oh and the sangria is a must try!!! read more

Pasaj - White sangria - Bakeries Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

The next time you're strolling through Leslieville, pop into Pasaj for some Turkish-inspired baked goods, some solid coffee and some of the most authentic Chai in the city. Pasaj is a new concept from the King West bakery Simit & Chai, known for their simit - an ancient form of a bagel that's dipped in molasses and coated in sesame seeds. The newly outfitted space is stunning with its archways, turquoise and gold accents and cobblestone tiles that are reminiscent of a shop you'd visit in Istanbul. There's no shortage of treats in the display window that will easily coax you inside. For a sweet bite, consider the pistachio and Nutella filled acma (similar to a brioche), a decadent square of flaky baklava or a miniature eclair that's almost too cute to consume! read more

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Cute spot for brunch! A friend and I shared the shakshuka and smoked salmon benny. Both were very flavourful. Service was quick and definitely make a reservation in advance. read more

Pasaj - Bakeries Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Came here for a Mother's Day brunch and was blown away! I knew how busy this place gets so my mom and I came right at opening and luckily we didn't have to wait. It got so busy SO QUICK so I was excited to try their food. HOLY! This place is wonderful - maybe some of the best pancakes I've ever tried. The uniqueness of the sour cherry topping was spectacular - the softness of the pancake was perfect. And a great portion too! The shakshouka was alright, it was made with peppers which I'm not a fan of but thats a me problem. We also got some baked goods on the way out and they were incredible. If I lived in the area I'd get a baked good every morning. Would recommend if you're wanting to go for brunch for a special occasion. But be prepared to wait if you arrive after opening and on a weekend! read more

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We were looking forward to trying the breakfast portion of the menu . Service 3 stars Food presentation 4 stars Food 2.5 stars did not live up to the hype Coffee 4 stars Price way to expensive for what is served 1 star Would we recommend NO Would we return NO I can' understand why this place is popular maybe the patrons have limited experience in dining We would give this place a generous 3 star read more

Woww! The eggs Benedict brunch I had here was one of the best I've ever had! Truly had a touch of yummy middleastern flavours and I would love to come here again to try a different dish. read more

Pasaj - Brunch, eggs benedict and pancakes - Bakeries Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

I was so excited for this place because it was popular on Tiktok and Instagram but I ended up being disappointed. If you are looking for a quick brunch grab - do NOT go to this place. Let me explain why. We came here on a weekday at around 13:50 and there was already a waitlist. It took quite them a while to approach us, after which we waited almost 30 mins for a table. After we were seated, they didn't come over to accept an order for nearly 20 minutes, and after we ordered, we waited for another 15 minutes to just get our coffee. The place was full, and there were only two servers, but the service was slow even when a bunch of people left and it got less busy. There aren't many options on the menu (should probably be a coffee shop rather than brunch restaurant) and if I am being honest, there are so many better places for brunch for the same price. Most people come here for their signature pancakes but other than that, there is no reason to choose this brunch spot. Giving them a 3 and not 2 for decent Turkish latte. read more

Pasaj - Poseidon (18$) - Bakeries Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Super unhappy with the service staff, the service of food, and the overall operations of the establishment. Our server never warned us during weekend brunch that the turkish breakfast comes up before the other meals (benny dish, to be specific). So we had a wait time of 20-25 mind for the rest of our guests meals to arrive. We ordered pancakes, which our server forgot to punch in as a dessert, for all of us to share. When we followed up, she didnt take responsibility for the mistake but asked us "so do you still want it?" And then we waited so long, as we saw other tables get their orders of pancakes, we decided to cancel it. Bathrooms were also messy, just like our brunch experience. Wanted to enjoy our brunch, but the disappointing meal was hard to swallow. Management: pls reach out so we can give feedback directly when you are back from vacation ‍ read more

This place has been on my list for awhile. I finally made the trek to the east end and it didn't disappoint. First I thought I had made the trip in vain as the server said they were out of their pancakes! We literally didn't even sit down as we contemplated going elsewhere, but opted to sit as they still had a French toast option. Our server eagerly returned and said they had pancakes! Hooray! We order grandma's pancakes and the eggs benedict with smoked salmon to share. So glad we didn't leave, the pancakes weren't the traditional sour cherry as I assume they were out but preserved peaches. I loved it, the labne added a nice tartness to the sweetness. It balanced the whole dish. The eggs benedict was also delicious, I appreciated their take on a English muffin with the zucchini fritter. The smoked salmon was also quite nice. Overall a very good brunch and can I say they have a gorgeous patio. Definitely worth the visit. read more

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You can find traditional Turkish breakfast here, even if you wanna do just take out. Taste of everything was good, the owner/manager was very attentive and nice. read more

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Paid little over $20 for a simit sandwich, acma & tea. Was it delicious? Yes. Worth the price? Not sure. DEFINITELY TRY AÇMA (of any kind). For those who haven't been to Turkey, this place is more of a "grab & go" breakfast place which you'd pay 5-10 liras in Turkey. Kind of expensive (understandable) but with that I'd expect at least a warm & fresh bagel. Interior is absolutely amazing, a perfect spot take your date, Turkish guys you know what to do ;) read more

So overrated. Food is basic and not authentic in the least, coming from someone from the area. Using Turkish culture as novelty for those who are none the wiser. Also, the manager (?) is rude and not very genuine. Service takes unreasonably long and it's way too loud. Not sure what brings people here to make them this busy. Probably the aesthetic. Too bad quality isn't appreciated as much anymore. I would have liked to see more authenticity and Middle Eastern hospitality....unfortunately it did not deliver. Why they don't have any Middle Eastern people on their team...seems odd to me as well. read more

Great food, great service, I was happy I found this place :) didn't need a reservation. read more

Pasaj - Rex Begonia vine - Bakeries Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

I've literally had this place bookmarked for at least a year and was excited to dine here. While the restaurant itself was a quaint and beautiful spot, I was less than impressed with the service we received. We had reservations and showed up around 15 mins early so we decided to go into the restaurant anyway just to let them know we were there. It was very busy and no one came up to us even though we were standing in front of the entrance door so we just figured we would walk around and come back at our scheduled time. So we killed some time and came back at our scheduled reservation time and the exact same thing happened! After being ignored for at least five minutes with staff literally walking right passed us, we decided to move a bit more inside the restaurant hoping that three customers standing in the middle of the lobby area, looking a bit clueless would receive some service. Lol, please tell me why customers that came in after us were seen right away?! I was literally about to say something so I went ahead and stood directly adjacent to the hostess so she couldn't miss me and that's when we were finally seated. The food itself was delicious and was beautifully presented but after this experience I can't in good faith recommend this spot to anyone, especially anyone who does not fit their apparent preferred customer demographic. read more

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This quaint brunch cafe is as bright as it is delicious . Turkish inspired dishes are not too heavy or rich and the staff is friendly and fun. Special shout-out to our server Jordan for the hospitality and recommendations . Worth the trip out east to get brunch this summer. ...Try the pancakes ! read more

Pasaj - Pancakes and Shakshuka. - Bakeries Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Popped in to grab lunch and tried their Everyday simit sandwich (cream cheese) and Tea Time box. I've never tried a simit before and I didn't see it being sold alone so I got a cream cheese sandwich. It was cute because it was heart shaped for upcoming Valentine's day. But it was kind of basic, and it was cold. Perhaps when we're able to dine in again, it will be freshly made or toasted at least. For $5.15+tax, it was on the more expensive side, which comes with higher expectations. (Side note, I saw on their menu that their Avocado Smash was $18.15+tax and I'm shocked.) For the Tea Time box, which is a great idea, I was told it was what they could fit in the box, which seemed like a good enough deal for $12 (of what I hope are made in house treats, I didn't ask). I chose to get a variety of items except the savoury tea biscuit because more sweets please. I was disappointed when I got back to find that the person who packed my box somehow missed out on the coconut balls, so I didn't get to try them. Mini pizza, the only savoury item I wanted, is super cute and offers something for those with less of a sweet tooth, however it's cold and salty, and on the dryer side. Probably would be better if it was heated up. Almond cookie, best cookie in the box, crunch exterior, chewy interior, slightly sweet. Chocolate crackled was okay, not chocolatey enough, and too crunchy for my liking, plus there were some strands on them (unsure if this is some special ingredient, hair, or dust so I had to remove parts of the cookie). Esron cookie had a bit of jam in it, was crumbly, and slightly sweet. Kavala cookie had lots of icing sugar on it, it was crumbly and sweeter than most cookies because of all the icing sugar. If I ever go back, I probably try their acma, savoury and sweet. The major upside is that the place is gorgeous and can't wait to see how it is fully set up when we're able to dine in again. read more

High ceilings, plants dotting bright white walls and floor to ceiling windows greet diners at the door. Menu has Turkish takes on breakfast classics (Benedict, pancakes etc) but we solely focused on the meze platter - Breakfeast. It's more than enough food for 2 people. Bread refills available on request. Highlights were the pastrami, feta and sujuk. Drinks took some time to come but once they did, food came pretty quick. Service was good without being intrusive. Recommend! read more

Omigosh my favorite brunch discovery! Where have you been in my life, Pasaj? Came here for brunch with my hubby and we got the pancakes and break-feast. Both were huge and very filling. I liked the labneh topping on the pancakes. I also liked how many different things were in the break-feast. I loved the muhammara so much that I bought additional one to go. Long wait times so suggest you book in advance. Can't wait to go back for another brunch! read more

Pasaj is quite unique and aesthetically pleasing spot for a Turkish breakfast/brunch. I would recommend reserving a table to avoid the 1-2 hour wait. John was kind enough to offer us a table although there were limited at the time. Although the exchange was brief, he was genuine in his interactions with us, and had such a cheerful demeanor. Grandma's pancakes were thick and fluffy, served with a tangy cherry sauce along with pistachios and an airy labneh. It was a perfect combination for the pancakes, as the pancakes served as a sort of transport for the sauce. The roasted potatoes were so buttery, soft and came in a perfect portion. The Turkish coffee was a bold yet smooth and came with the coffee grounds in the cup which intensified the flavor. Get the sucuk instead of the bacon, it pairs perfectly with the pancakes. Will definitely return to try other things on their menu. read more

I had the most amazing brunch at Pasaj! The pancakes were heavenly and the shashuka was one of The best I've had in the city. Do yourself a favour and treat yourself to a yummy breakfast out in Leslieville! read more

Ambiance, food and service... wow! Great great great!!! I will sure come back next time I am in the city.

We were 10 mins late to our reservation and they told us they're gonna kick us out by a certain time, which is fair we already knew this walking in. Except they took like 45 minutes to bring out our food.. it's literally eggs.. Then the manager came over again saying now she wasn't gonna kick us out like she had done us some sort of favour? It was weird. Also saw her 'discipline' another staff member in front of guests, again weird. The food was good and ingredients were fresh, the restaurant itself has a very nice vibe. read more

I went to Pasaj with a couple of my colleagues and overall I enjoyed the experience. The decor is gorgeous and staff were very friendly. I had the Grandma's Pancakes which were very fluffy and delicious. I wasn't expecting the pancakes to be so dense and filling. Overall, great place. read more

Turkish latte did not have any coffee in it. Either they forgot to put in the espresso shot or their turkish coffee grind is super light. Tastes like watered down milk. Pastries...was better but the latte was just so disappointing. Won't go back..sadly it's so close by too. read more

Ambiance is nice and the food was good. I think the zucchini fritters were unique and tasty! This place is a bit over hyped in my opinion and appears to have gained popularity for their aesthetic - which is beautiful! We were disappointed with the service. We were told it would be an hour wait for a table and when we returned an hour later they said that there is only one table that sits 3 and there was still 2 groups of 3 ahead of us??? We told them we were ok with getting a table for 2 and adding an extra chair. It was another 30 minute wait just for that! I would suggest making a reservation if you can. read more

Love the space and the lovely and personable staff, as well as their Turkish goodies. However, I've come by on more than 2 occasions now ordering their Turkish and chai drinks and have been disappointed by them. read more

Pasaj - Bakeries Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Really cute and cozy building, can't wait till lockdown is over so I can sit inside and enjoy the sun lit seating area with large windows and great interior decor. Lots of high quality delicious treats and homemade products to take home. Must stop by if in the area, a great addition to Leslieville. read more

Yummy. I don't know what people are complaining about but it was felt. I wish the tuna salad sandwich was I focaccia bread but meh whatevs.

We stopped for a quick breakfast Sunday morning. There was not a single customer, red flag! We ordered coffee, tea, a box of cookies, and 2 pastries. As we sat down, the server told us that most of the indoor area is closed off! The other tables were too small for a party of 4. She said we can sit outside on the patio. We grabbed our food only to be stopped by the waitress outside saying that we can sit in the outdoor patio only if we will order brunch! Again, there was not a single customer outside. We just decided to eat in the car. The pastries were old and stale but the coffee was good. It's a shame because they actually have a good chef! But this kind of attitude is very rude. read more

We had a wonderful brunch on the patio at Pasaj - Great food (we tried the Shakshuka and Eggs Benedict), beautiful patio, and super welcoming and attentive service. Will definitely come back read more