Stopped in for a quick dinner and ended up being surprised at how much this place actually offers…read more Full lineup from breakfast to dinner, and then a wall of desserts waiting after. It felt like stepping into a spot where someone really wanted to showcase as much of Turkish cuisine as possible under one roof. We went with the Fajita, Ali Nazik, and Menemen with Sujuk. For drinks, I couldn't resist the Iced Turkish Coffee. The contradiction alone was too good to pass up and honestly, it worked better than I expected. Food leaned on the lighter side when it came to seasoning, but for anyone new to Turkish flavors, I think this is a solid intro. You still get a good sense of the dishes without being overwhelmed by spice or salt. Also appreciated seeing the little touches of fusion in the menu, blending Turkish flavors with more familiar Western dishes. Staff were friendly, space was clean, and the pricing felt fair for what you get. It might not be the loudest or boldest experience, but sometimes subtle does the job just right. Wouldn't mind coming back next time to explore more of the dessert options. There were so many I didn't even know where to begin.

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.

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

Came here to do some work. Never had loukoumades before so I wanted to try them out…read more I got the regular loukoumades with honey and cinnamon and they were delicious! Served hot and very soft. I'd definitely try the other flavours next time. I also got a baklava, but way too sweet for me. The cafe itself is clean, and there is lots of energy. It's less of a study place and more of a place to hang out with friends! Service was also fast and friendly.

Got some original loukoumades after a while and having it fresh makes a huge difference. They fried…read moreit right after we ordered it so it was extra amazing. Saw there were lots of toppings and different set combinations they had so we'll definitely try some in the future!

Such a cutest place for hangouts or dates. The pasta menu is surprisingly soo good and good…read moreportion. They also have seasonal menus so theres always something new to try. Service is also fast and friendly staff.

I've been a fan of Bready since it opened and have recommended it to friends because of the quality…read moreof the food and the atmosphere. That's why I was disappointed by my most recent visit. One of the things that originally made Bready stand out for me when it opened was the pancakes. They were exceptionally light and airy, with a texture that reminded me of Japanese-style soufflé pancakes. On this visit, however, they seemed much denser and closer to conventional pancakes. I'm not sure whether the recipe has changed or whether this was simply an off morning, but it wasn't the experience I'd come to expect. There were also a couple of aspects of the service that I think could be improved. The pancakes took long enough to prepare that my coffee was either cold or already finished by the time they reached the table. Going back to the counter to buy another coffee isn't a great solution because the pancakes then begin cooling while you're waiting in line for that second cup. It might help if customers ordering pancakes were asked whether they'd prefer their coffee served with the meal, or if staff simply checked whether they'd like a fresh coffee when the pancakes are ready. I was also surprised that butter isn't served with the pancakes unless requested. When I asked for it, it arrived straight from the refrigerator, so it was too cold and hard to spread easily or melt onto the hot pancakes. A small dish of room-temperature butter would make a noticeable difference. I'm writing this because Bready has been one of my favourite breakfast spots, and I'd genuinely like to see it continue to excel. I hope this visit was an exception rather than a sign that things have changed.

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.

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

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.

Came here right before a road trip and we wanted to make sure we had some good food before. We…read moreasked if we can be seated on a four top because we order a lot all the time and a table for two just isn't enough space. You're very thankful that they accommodated us and we made sure we made up for it by ordering a little bit of everything as you can see with the photos. The server was fantastic! He mentioned the chef's toast and we definitely got it, which was a great recommendation as it was so delicious. The only thing we ordered are steak, medium rare, and it came a little bit more rare than I'd like, however all in all consistently great output of food everybody in this establishment, super friendly, and I would recommend this place literally to anybody.

Truly a hidden gem! One of the, if not the, best sandwiches I've ever had - available during lunch…read moretime. Food - 5/5 They make their own foccacia in house! Truly delicious. Chicken Foccacia (not pictured) - 4/5 - This was tasty and a pretty good sandwich. Comparable to other sandwiches at similar spots; very fresh and awesome bread. Bistecca Foccacia (pictured, but not the best picture) - 5/5 - This really stole the show for me. Each ingredient was so tasty, sauce was delicious, and beef was perfectly cooked for this type of meal. Simple but delicious. Service - 5/5 - Fast and efficient! Ambiance - 5/5 - Simple decor but has that Italian homey/diner feel