A bar located downstairs on Adelaide. They have inexpensive snacks and $6 rails during happy hour…read more We got the paradise fries and my friend got a cocktail. It is good but the quality reflects the price. Servers were very nice. There is a space where an event was being hosted, so it was quite loud. Fun vibes Washrooms are upstairs.

Saw that this cute, tiki-inspired bar had just opened up and we had to come check it out! We wanted…read moreto sit in the upstairs patio after seeing all the beautiful pictures of it online but unfortunately the wait was too long. Despite that, the indoor seating was just as good! The interior and aesthetics insides were great; wonderful decor, perfect lighting and the music was great too. The drinks here are amazing - we got two hot n bothered bowls which were extremely tasty (and high in ABV so it got the job done haha). The paradise fries were also extremely tasty and well cooked. Overall, this place definitely met my expectations and is a super cute spot! Definitely will be coming back and trying the upstairs outdoor seating!

I'm so glad I checked out happy hour at Lulu Bar. Their menu brings a Pacific coastal vibe,…read moreblending Hawaiian, Asian, Californian, and BC-inspired flavors. As soon as I walked in, I got that warm, beachy vacation-bar energy. We tried the char siu bao, pork belly, chicken wings, beef chuck, and their house-made Spam burger on a Hawaiian bun, along with a kale salad topped with gochujang macadamia nuts. Every dish delivered on flavor, but my favorites were the burger and the kale salad. Happy hour drinks were all reasonably priced, and I loved how they were served in cute glassware. They also had a great selection of local craft beers for $7, which was amazing. As a beer lover, I got to try brews from Dominion, Bellwoods, and Rorschach. I'll probably wait for a menu refresh and come back to try a whole new round of bites--but overall, such a great vibe for happy hour.

We tried the Summerlicious lunch menu and added a couple of skewers…read more Grilled Chicken Satay The chicken was juicy and not dry. The peanut sauce reminded me more of Chinese satay sauce than traditional satay--it was thick and covered the chicken completely, overpowering both the chicken itself and the turmeric spices. Personally, I prefer satay where the chicken is the star rather than the sauce. Beef Tongue Skewer Instead of the thick-cut beef tongue you'd find at an izakaya, this one uses thin slices stacked onto a skewer, more like Japanese yakiniku. The texture was tender, and each bite was packed with the sweet and tangy glaze. The downside is that the thin slices char easily, and some edges were a little overdone. Still, I thought it was an interesting idea. Charred Cabbage A generous portion that's great for sharing. The cabbage is paired with dan dan sauce, rayu, and kimchi furikake, bringing together Chinese, Japanese, and Korean flavors. None of them dominate, but they work surprisingly well together. Salmon Tartare The yuzu ponzu and avocado complemented the salmon beautifully. They enhanced its freshness while balancing the richness, making the dish bright and refreshing. Pork Belly Loco Moco A Hawaiian comfort food built around rice, meat, a runny egg, and gravy. This version uses charcoal-grilled pork belly and a sweet tonkatsu-style gravy, adding Japanese and Korean influences. It definitely feels like Pacific Fusion, although the different elements felt more like they were placed together than truly creating something new. Mochiko Fried Chicken My favorite dish of the meal. The crust was crisp and packed with flavor, rather than relying on a coating of sauce like Korean fried chicken. You first taste the seasoned crust, followed by juicy chicken. The rice also had a subtle coconut aroma that was a pleasant surprise. Mango Custard Tart Layers of mango jelly, salted cream, coconut Chantilly, and tart shell created a nice sweet-and-salty balance. Well executed, although it wasn't particularly memorable. Lemongrass Crémeux The lemongrass crémeux had a texture somewhere between mousse and pastry cream, with a slightly sandy richness that I really enjoyed. Pineapple jam added a vibrant tropical fruit note, while the mango pieces brought a pleasant contrast in texture. The lemongrass and sea salt tied everything together beautifully. A well-balanced sweet-and-savory dessert, and my favorite dessert of the meal. Overall, Lulu Bar is a fun Pacific Fusion spot with plenty of creative ideas. Not every dish was a hit, but several combinations really worked. It's the kind of place where you can enjoy some unique flavors without taking the meal too seriously, and that's exactly what I liked about it.

Made reservations for 2 and was quite surprised we got booth seating. Servers were friendly and…read moreservice was quick. We ordered the smashed and aloha burger as well as the fried chicken. Honestly wasn't the biggest fan of the fried chicken as I found it lackluster. I really enjoyed the aloha burger though. Chorizo burgers are definitely more unique and I really liked the flavor and the grilled pineapple (I will always argue in favour of pineapple on burgers and pizzas). We also ordered drinks and they were not watered down which I appreciate. Overall presentation was A+, great place for a casual date with the girls or your partner.

Came here for dinner when my friends and I were in town this past summer. There was a bit of a wait…read moreto get seated, so we sat outdoors with some cocktails. I decided to get a Blue Hawaii cocktail, which was beautifully presented to me. My friends also enjoyed their cocktails, and the time to wait for a table went by fairly quickly. We decided to share an order of their vegetarian baos, which were pretty good and surprisingly hearty. We asp shared an order of their tempura corn fritters, which were also hearty and tasty. I decided to get their jackfruit fried rice, which was unfortunately pretty lackluster. I felt like it needed something, perhaps more salt or soy sauce. Other than that, we had a lovely meal here and the restaurant itself was beautiful. A fun place to go out to if you happen to be in Toronto.

This place just opened May 17. It is a food stall inside the outdoor World Food Court at Yonge and…read moreGerrard. I had one of their colourful drinks and it was really good. The staff are very courteous.

Lovely first experience at the Shameful Tiki Room! We came…read morearound 5:30PM on a Wednesday and were the first customers of the night. The island vibes hit you immediately - this would be a great place for an intimate party. We ordered: - The Big Kahuna Burger: the pineapple was a welcome addition to this otherwise pretty standard burger. The crinkle fries were also a good texture. 8/10 - Popcorn Shrimp: saucy yet crispy, great choice for an app. 8/10 - Jackfruit & Spinach Dip: I think the jackfruit was in dried form sprinkled on top of the dip, and we honestly didn't taste the jackfruit at all. 6.5/10 And for drinks, I asked them to surprise me with a mocktail. I got a delicious slightly creamy fizzy banana coconut drink. The bartender mentioned it was something he was working on. I hope it is officially on the menu soon! My partner got the Tokyo Drift - could barely taste the alcohol. If you get one of the larger drinks in bowls, they are served with some surprise flair. Cocktails are definitely the specialty here! We were able to nab some free parking on Euclid Ave., but it is also pretty accessible by streetcar. I would definitely come back with a group!

I actually already wrote a review of this joint several years ago, but it was of their previous…read morelocation, so I figured a new review was in order. I arrived at around 5:00 on a recent Saturday, and since I was meeting two people, I was shown to a comfy booth. I was excited to take advantage of the Happy Hour menu, but it wasn't provided. I assumed maybe our server was waiting for the rest of my party to show up to mention the Happy Hour menu, but he never did. It was a weird move that struck me as kind of gross and sleazy. It also didn't help that he was hardly present at all, which meant a long wait between drinks. The drinks were tasty, at least. They were far from strong, however, which is certainly not what one associates with a tiki bar. We also got a fried rice dish and their coconut shrimp, both of which were quite good. The portions seemed a little small for the prices, so that was a bit of a bummer. The Shameful Tiki Room was far from the super fun experience I remembered, but it's possible they were having an off day. I'll check it out again in another few years, probably.

Amazing! This was so good and definitely worth the money. Everything tastes fresh and the flavour…read moreis great.

The small Ahi Tuna bowl with all the free toppings and sauces, and edamame salad and wakame salad…read morewas the BEST $14 I've ever spent!! They're so generous with the tuna, which is so fresh tasting, and the sushi rice and multiple kinds of beans make it so hearty and filling. It's enough for dinner all on its own. This is an instant favourite, I will be back for more soon!

It was my first time trying Poke Guys and I was impressed how busy they are despite competitions…read morefrom other restaurants serving Poke bowls.During my visit, I noted some observations that made them special: Using only fresh ingredients /toppings Seafood is marinated to enhance taste Have unique ingredients: spicy seaweed salad, kimchi, coleslaw Customers can put as much garnish and sauces to their bowls Daily specials: free upgrade, free drinks, discounts The Cali Bowl was so fresh! My only comment is that my bowl was a little watery maybe due to the shrimp's sauce.

Great spot to grab lunch! It can get busy during rush hour…read more There are quite a lot of options for building your bowl and base. I appreciate the amount of toppings that come with pre-built bowls and nothing was extra charge. Everything tasted fresh. The workers were friendly and welcoming. The interior is designed well and looks clean!

I have been meaning to check this place out for a while, and I finally went to take advantage of…read moretheir great lunch special to get food for me and some friends. We all got different things out the menu and everyone really enjoyed what they had. I got the Orange and General Tso's chicken lunch specials respectively, which came with rice and a Mac salad as well for both. Along with the food, we had some different fruit teas, including passionfruit and mango along with Boba milk tea with Taro. It was a large order so of course it took a few minutes to prepare everything but I think from the time I ordered to the time they handed it to me, it was about 20 minutes. The place isn't very large inside, but there is plenty of room for seating if you wanna dine in or just wait and grab for takeout. Definitely looking forward to my next visit there to try more things from the menu and maybe get a Poké bowl next time.

This place is delicious!! I ordered to go this time via an online app, and was pleasantly surprised…read morewhen they reached out by phone when one of my items was out of stock instead of substituing in thier own. Really kind service. I am still thinking about this food and can't wait to have it again!