I came here for brunch recently with family and friends. Located right outside Bay subway station in Yorkville, the restaurant is nicely decorated with faux greenery. I tried the smoked salmon eggs Benedict, as well as a bacon, sausage, and two-egg plate. It was a mix of hits and misses: the Benedict was cooked to perfection, but the bacon and sausages were both overly dry and the bacon was salty. Service, on the other hand, was attentive throughout. Overall, I'd give it 4 stars -- the great service and pleasant atmosphere made up for the inconsistent food quality. read more

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I went to try their summerlicious menu and it was honestly okay. I went for dinner and we were greeted and sat right away. The hostess and our server were super kind and helpful. It was also a nice and homey looking place with calming colours and vibes. However, to me the food was nothing to stand out. It wasn't bad by all means, but not much that blew my mind away, especially for that price point. For the appetizer I had the gnocchi, which the sauce it came in was amazing. I would go back just for the sauce, but maybe with a different pasta. For the main, I had the chicken which was good, but too sweet for me personally, and a little dry. The potatoes and apple it came with was good but again nothing too crazy. Finally for desserts I had the cheesecake, which again was good, but tasted like any other regular cheesecake. Nothing special about it. Overall, it's a nice place with great service, but the food is not mind blowing for me to want to rush back. read more

Sassafraz - Cheesecake - French Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Beautiful restaurant with outdoor seating in front as well as an open air garden like setting in the back. We ate in the main dining room and were staying nearby. Lovely neighborhood full of restaurants and nice stores. Service was attentive. We ordered fresh bread, taramosalata, ricotta & pea bruschetta, Canadian Atlantic salmon, and fried Ontario Brussels sprouts. Everything was delicious, my only complaint would be that one of the pieces of salmon had a huge chunk out of it, (we had 3 orders and it was just one of them was like this) when I commented they didn't acknowledge or say anything. At such a nice restaurant and at prices that match the ambience I would have expected some response. read more

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Hmm, mixed feelings. I will start with the positive. 1. Server was kind and efficient. He was friendly. 2. Nice ambiance. The restaurant is beautiful. We ordered the chickpea garlic soup, strawberry tomato salad, ragu and chicken. The food was a massive let down. The soup tasted like "daal" (indian lentils) which would've been fine if it was described as having that flavour profile but it was very thick and had no garlic taste. The strawberry and tomato salad was okay. Not good not bad. The ragu was so bad we had to send it back. The lamb tasted like it was off and was not really edible. We sent it back and asked for the chicken instead which was much better. I would not return for any food. For drinks and ambiance? Sure - if I'm in the area. read more

Sassafraz - French Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Went to Sassafraz for dinner. Amazing food and service. Everything we ordered was just great. From the salad to the desert plus the wine and cocktails, the food and drinks were delectable. I had the chicken, which had a twist of tanginess to it with the lemon infused sauce. The interior was simple but elegant and is predominantly white. read more

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On a Saturday morning, I arrived here in Yorkville to try the weekend brunch menu. The restaurant is absolutely gorgeous and I noticed couples touring the place as a potential venue for their wedding. We were seated in the main dining area, nearby their small indoor waterfall which was aesthetic and serene. Not many patrons at our dining time (11am) which made it a nice environment to catch up with friends. Ordered the potatoes bravas which came with braised lamb and a perfectly cooked poached egg. This was so delicious and I would recommend this dish over the typical omelette!! The service was attentive throughout our meal as well. Lovely place for brunch and would recommend if you are in the area. read more

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Loved the ambiance. Very trendy atmosphere. Eggs Benedict was one of the best I've ever had! Fantastic service. read more

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Good food , good service , the soup was hot , desserts were yummy. Nice ambiance.gooooooooood read more

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Honestly was looking forward to this place based on personal recommendations and reviews. It was very disappointing. We went for my birthday for dinner and both opted for the prix fixe selections. The endive salad was delicious. No complaints there. The toasted quinoa really elevated the texture of the salad. I ordered the duck because I saw it was highly recommended in several reviews. I had to ask for a sharper knife to try to saw through the meat and by the second bite, I had given up. Sadly, the succotash was not what I was expecting either, so I didn't even have the heartiness of some Lima beans to fill me up. The server was very nice, but honestly should have asked if there was a problem with my dinner since it was not eaten. At one point she even watched me try to saw through the meat. My friend had the sea bream and said it was very oily and the fingerling potatoes were still hard. I was celebrating my birthday and just wasn't in the mood to complain about anything. Our server brought over some macaroons with a candle before dessert and both my friend and I noticed the same thing. They smelled like cabbage. They must have been stored in a smelly walk in cooler and absorbed the smell, so those were also inedible. My friend said the flourless chocolate torte was good, but the cheesecake was very poor quality, sort of like a grocery store "bakery" version. I think Sara Lee would have been better. The good news is, we were able to laugh about the whole experience, (especially the cabbage flavored macaroons) the next day and our meal the next night more than made up for it. read more

Attempted to have a simple lunch, just a tomato & strawberry salad and a glass of wine. This seemed to have offended the waitress who was rude to us and brought the cheque before we could even finish. Had planned on ordering dessert and a coffee but so much for that. It's a pretty restaurant with a fantastic location but the service rushing us out ruined our lunch. read more

The service and the quality of the cooking and ingredients were wonderful. The food is not bad, but also nothing special for the price. Felt that the steak lacked flavor and could have used more seasoning or better paired with the garnishes that came with the duck. Overall nice atmosphere. read more

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Fathers Day Brunch...booted out of a table alongside my 86 year old father b/c it was a 4 top and not a 2 top. Note...I asked and the front hostess confirmed, while not policy they would make an acception and allow us to be seated at the 4 top out of the sun. Then got confronted by another hostess and the waiter, who insisted we move. The Manager 'allowed' us to stay at our original table and apologized for the way it was handled. Our food was 'warmish' (wilty lettuce and room temperature eggs and pancakes), our waiter was great and did the best he could. This restaurant continues to exist primarily based on location. Go to ONE...or somewhere else in Yorkville with a patio, read more

I ate here last night with a group of friends. Its not the first time I've eaten here and the food is always delicious. In the summer this place is hoping because its in Cumberland in the heart of the Ritzy Yorkville district, so you will often see an exotic car or 2 parked out front. Be that as it may the prices are reasonable. I started with a Martini and then had the Chicken Supreme on a bed of rice. The atmosphere was great, the service was great, and the food was tasty which was perfect for a night out with friends. What more could you ask for? read more

Sassafraz - Chicken Supreme on a bed of black rice - French Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Lovely place for lunch or dinner. High end and a Yorkville classic restaurant or staple for the community. Always have a good lunch here and the food never disappoints. The wine and drinks from the bar are exceptional and the staff is amazing. Love the service and ambiance. read more

Sassafraz - Lunch menu - French Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Our server Yen really made the experience special. We were celebrating our 34th wedding anniversary. Yen looked after every detail. The food and dessert are excellent. The ambiance superb. My wife sat on a very comfortable love seat. Memorable experience. Thank you Yen read more

Sassafraz is a beautiful restaurant located in yorkville. Prime location. The service is great and the atmosphere of the restaurant is lovely. I liked some of the food but overall the food is just ok, nothing really special or memorable which would make me revisit. We got bread and olives with feta to start. The olives tasted horrible and I live olives. For my main I got the steak with truffle Parmesan fries. The fries were delicious but the steak with mushrooms and asparagus was bland. No seasoning, steak was over cooked and dry. For dessert we got a variety to share: macarons, flourless chocolate cake and cheesecake. Dessert was yummy. Overall, the food was ok. I think it's still a great place to visit. I would like to try this place again to give it another chance and choose another dish. Overall, it was good. read more

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Came by for brunch, plenty of outdoor seating and indoor seating available. The interior is features various different style is seating. Staff was very pleasant, service was quick. The brunch menu itself was limited. I opted in to try the omelette, it was alright. The latte was tasty! Overall, a decent spot to grab brunch. read more

Sassafraz - French Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Great service and good delicious fresh food. Loved their lamb ragu! Environment is cozy and high end

As a visitor, this was my first meal in Toronto and it did not disappoint. I had excellent service and Sassafraz's menu was delicious. I ordered the linguini pasta and a glass of riesling, which paired nicely together. I have nothing about great things to say about the ambiance of the restaurant. It's a very classy place, with tasteful decor in an upscale environment. There is a calm, warm, welcoming atmosphere, and once your food and drinks arrive, you'll be ensconced. This is a definite must try when you're in Toronto, if you're looking for fine dining in a pleasing environment. read more

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Fairly tasty food, though prices are a bit high and service can be slow. Had a lovely dinner here. Strangely, a bit of a wait to be seated, despite having a reservation and there being plenty of open tables. We had requested a booth seat in the notes, and while the hostess initially showed us to a standard 2-top, they then moved us without further prompting. We got started with some cocktails: the strawberry fields, a rum-based drink, and the moonbeam, an Earl Grey & gin concoction. The strawberry fields tasted quite strong, with more rum flavour than the colour and presentation might have you expect. The moonbeam, meanwhile, was pleasantly light and sweet, with lots of Earl Grey coming through. A decently long wait later, we got our appetizers: fish tacos, beef tartare, and herbed frites with Dijon aioli (not pictured... oops). The beef tartare was the standout star, and the fries were also fantastic. The fish tacos were... fine? I would skip them next time, but I'm also spoiled by the quality of Mexican cuisine in California. The waiter mentioned specifically that today's tacos were halibut, and asked if that was okay--so perhaps the fish changes by day. Eventually we got our mains: the braised Beverly Creek lamb shank, and the Québec wild boar chop. The lamb shank was supremely tender, practically flaking off with the touch of a fork. It was nicely seasoned, and the accoutrements were tasty as well, but frankly it was rather one-note. I liked the walnut pesto, but it was difficult to distribute across the meat. The wild boar chop was creative. We had asked about doneness, and were told it only came well done, but that didn't detract. It certainly took more effort than the lamb to slice off pieces to eat, but the flavours were excellent, and the strawberries provided a nice brightness to the dish. The garlic was also great; relatively mild, and so soft as to nearly melt when placed on the tongue. Our preferred dish of the evening, though I wish we had gotten the same crispy exterior that some other reviews rave about. Finally, we had the cheesecake. This tasted great, though I personally would have preferred a graham crust to the oatmeal one presented. The cheesecake itself is bare, requiring that you smear spoonfuls into the sauce yourself, but it was delicious. Overall, a great spot, but don't go ravenous -- you'll need to be prepared to wait a bit. Oh, and mind that the water is bottled, so expect to pay accordingly; next time, I'll just ask for tap instead of still. read more

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This is a classy restaurant in the heart of trendy neighborhood Yorkville. I gad the salmon and it was a delicious dish. read more

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Service was slow and spotty, but friendly. Nice atmosphere and vibe. I appreciated the spaghetti squash dish.

Visiting from California and after a morning at the ROM we found this place nearby. The staff was welcoming and the interior was clean and modern. There were plenty of healthy options for my family. The food was very well prepared and delicious. Highly recommend read more

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We stopped by last minute and were pleasantly surprised. Tuesday's starting at 4:00 they have some great half priced options. It was a great way to grab a drink and snack before our late dinner reservation in the city. It was the best mojito we have ever had! The area is also great people watching so if you don't sit on a patio be sure to sit by a window! read more

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Always a great meal here. It's just north of Bloor on Cumberland, west of Bay. TTC stop us close by or there are numerous parking garages nearby for those that want to drive. It's more in the $$$ per person category, but if you go during Wibter or Summerlicious, you can get a nice 3-course meal for a great price. The restaurant is light and airy. Staff are friendly and knowledgeable. Food is always top notch and they have a nice wine list. Note that the pictures attached reflect a Summerlicious offering. We took friends that had never been before and they loved it too! read more

Hadn't been in years but revisited last week for brunch. Forgot how pretty the main room was. The server was engaging and eager to please and everyone's food was outstanding. Certainly won't wait so long to go back! read more

An elegant, upscale spot for a special night out- went here for a work event -- service and food were on point! Only regret is that we had a set menu so couldn't try all the dishes on their regular menu Highlights: - Beef Wellington tenderloin steak: cooked to a perfect medium rare, with a light sauce and mushrooms and greens that were a delicious pairing - shrimp appetizer: plump juicy shrimp with tomato slices and a sauce that was really complimentary Less enthused: - flourless chocolate cake: mainly bc it seems a bit ganache like and thick and richer than expected but still yummy for the chocolate lover read more

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We sat in the cafe side and it was very cute! The duck breast was very tender! Definitely worth coming here for winterlicious! read more

Sassafraz - duck breast - French Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Loved the service and had a really delightful time. The plant wall and waterfall was such a nice view. Really enjoyed the meal. Bread was $2 (an optional order) and ordered 2 mains. Ordered the steak and the boar bolognese. I really liked the flavour profiles for both. read more

Our experience began negatively being told there was no room for walk ins inside. After I stood in front of the hostess and booked online we were allowed in to the almost empty restaurant. This was followed by really poor quality smoked salmon -tasted fishy and old. All the Food arrived cold. Wait staff not attentive and had to be chased. Really disappointed in the experience at this iconic restaurant. read more

One thing that this restaurant does is that they always hire the nicest staff. Been coming here for years, and never had what you might think of as a stereotypical Yorkville server. Sassafraz staff are always so friendly and they genuinely seem happy to be there! On our last visit, Stephanie was so accommodating and communicative throughout the night. It was a busy evening and it was a bit of a wait, but we barely even noticed. And our friends really enjoyed the dessert-- made their honeymoon extra special! Don't go to this restaurant if you're in a hurry; it's best if you make this restaurant the final destination of your night and savour the experience. Only thing I'd change about Sassafraz is the exterior paint job. Oh, I loved it back in the day when it was cheerful and yellow! read more

Great restaurant...food and service was top notch. Atmosphere was pleasant and relaxing.

Another time here. This time I tried the Creek Lambs and gotta be honest, the second best Lamb I've ever had was from here! I give it the medal Also the servers are nice as always! read more

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Decided to finally try this restaurant and thought what could be a better opportunity than summerlicious! Right of the back, well front :D, the new patio space can be seen. Bellair St. is now completely blocked for cars and provide more patio spaces for the surrounding restaurant and Sassafraz is one of those. This extra space allows for bigger patio tables since their original Bellair st patios allow for only tables of 2. The interior is classy and very spacious, I didn't expect it to be as spacious from how the facade looks. Sassafraz also gives off a relaxed ambiance with not-so-loud background music, very nice to have dinner or lunch with friends or family. I ordered the Pistachio crusted ahi tuna salad for starter, Quebec wild boar chop as main, and flourless chocolate cake as dessert. All of these are part of their regular menu, which is nice, it's just that the tuna salad is usually part of their main course instead of an appetizer or salad. I was a little scared that the wild boar chop was going to taste gamey, but that wasn't the case at all. It was very tender and juicy! I would say the overall taste was great, especially the wild boar chop! The ahi tuna pieces on the salad were a little thin and the avocado overpowered the taste of the ginger vinaigrette. For those chocolate lovers out there, the flourless chocolate cake hits home. It was rich and velvety, it coats your mouth just nice and wasn't overly sweet. This cake went exceptionally well with the red sangria that I ordered. The sangria helped cleaned the mouthfeel in between bites. read more

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WOW Bravo! After reading all the great reviews. Me and wifey decided to celebrate our 9th anniversary here. The food was superb and the experience was honestly excellent. Our server, Austin, was very friendly and literally took care of us during our dining experience there. Knowing it was a special occasion for us, he started us off with a sampler rose wine, and suggested some delicious choices on the menu. It was a blast to our taste buds. For starters, We ordered a Chef's featured Soup, a Dozen Oysters (Man! The oysters were so fresh and the special sauces (not the regular lemon + tobasco combo) was so yummy, Beef Tartare (Melts in your mouth). For mains, I ordered a Quebec Wild Boar Chop (medium, crispy skin and very tasty) and wifey ordered a Braised lamp Ragu (super delicious). I highly recommend Sassafraz and if you can, say hi to Austin, he will make sure to take care of your dining experience. read more

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A wonderful experience! Every bite was a memory! The truffle fries were excellent! A perfect night in Toronto. Very nice wine list by the glass. Sidewalk seating had a reasonable sound level of city sounds. Service was professional, helpful and well timed. Not sure we could have done any better in YORKVILLE. Mmmmmmmmm read more

Sassafraz - Nummy - French Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

We sat in the outdoor patio, which was very comfortable, with a great view of the passing crowds. However to be honest, the food itself did not meet our expectations. My wife has a serious digestive problem. She ordered sea bass and boiled potatoes but instead received fried potatoes and the sea bass was dried out and not good. But the reason we are giving 4 stars is the way the waiter and the manager treated us. They took our concerns to heart, brought my wife new potatoes and even made amends by offering us complimentary coffee and deserts. They turned an uncomfortable situation into an enjoyable experience! read more

Came by around 12pm, and fortunately they were still servicing a few breakfast items. I'm glad we were able to try Sassafraz as it has been on my list of "restaurants to try" for some time. We are coming from uptown so getting here takes a bit more effort and if you are driving, paid parking is likely the option. The food looked great, but I thought it was mediocre. The decor is upscale and a great location to people watch, so I think that is the bigger draw - which is enjoying the atmosphere. Because there are other options with higher quality of food and requiring less effort to commute to, I'll probably opt for other options next time than Sassafraz. read more

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Food 8/10 Smoked salmon Benny, was really good, but they didn't ask how I like it cooked. But it came out runny, where I like it medium. Soup of the day, cauliflower soup - very good Pancake - okay Avocado toast - refreshing Service 6/10 My aunt was visiting from Vancouver, so semi vacation mode. I made reso a day before and We wanted a booth table somewhere with bigger table space since we will be ordering a lot for 3ppl. But they sat us in a small square table where we had to remove glasses to fit our plates in. And I saw there was a booth big enough for 6 ppl but only seating 2 people during the same time. So I'm not very happy about that. Cleaness 3/10 2 of our share plates were dirty, we had to ask for another. We were sharing everything, and the bowls to share were also dirty. I mean I can tell they were sanitized, but there were still food on it. The hot water we asked for came in a pot, but when I poured it, there were leafs from the tea in the pot. read more

Sassafraz - Smoked salmon Benny, was really good Soup of the day, cauliflower soup - very good Pancake - okay Avocado toast - refreshing - French Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

I had the opportunity to dine at this spot's patio right before the dreaded second lockdown and it did not disappoint. The patio was at the entrance of the restaurant and luckily had heaters, and thank goodness they did because it was mid November! Service was on point and we were served straight away. I got a raspberry margarita & my friend got a hot toddy. Loved my drink! Perfect for someone who was clinging onto the remnants of good weather. We got beef tartare & avocado on toast to start. The tartare was excellent, well seasoned and it had a little quail egg yolk on top. It was one of the better beef tartares I've had. The avocado on toast tasted lovely as well, had a lot of fun colourful toppings! My friend got the Canadian Atlantic salmon that came with a soba noodle salad and I got the Quebec wild boar chop. My friend said he really enjoyed his salmon and noodles. I enjoyed the flavours of the wild boar chop! It had a lovely berry compote that complimented the wild boar nicely. The roasted potatoes and cabbage accompanied it well. We both wanted to get dessert but sadly we were too full on the delicious food! read more

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