Toronto born and raised. These are my go-to spots and hidden gems.
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Food & Drink
If you go one place in Toronto let this be it. You're welcome.
Andrea's Cookies
Homestyle, nostalgic, classic. A CLOSE second to Andrea's Cookies!
Craig's Cookies
Highly recommend the Spaghetti al Limone 🍋👌🏻
Terroni
This is one of those always busy, never disappoints spots. The mushroom pasta is next level. They make the BEST Cavolo Nero salad! Their wine “on tap” is so fun too!
Gusto 101
An undiscovered but amazing neighbourhood gem - go here for a slice and skip the over crowded spots
Bitondo Pizzeria
Best pizza, great finger foods, good vibes, all around amazing spot with nightlife and fun
First Canadian Place - Toronto King Street Restaurant
A very cute spot in midtown Toronto
RiminiRimini Restaurant
Best Greek in the city
Karbouzi
Authentic Indian, absolutely delicious
Pukka
A midtown classic for amazing Indian
The Copper Chimney
Mouthwatering brunch
Emma's Country Kitchen
Epic brunch. Everything on the menu is amazing. Gets busy so go early so get a table.
Ramona's Kitchen
The best protein smoothies, and smoothie bowl. You can’t beat Heal.
HEAL
Another great smoothie spot
nutbar
Known for their amazing buck a shuck oysters Tuesday and Wednesday (make a reso)! They also have amazing sushi and other stuff on the menu too.
Nomé Izakaya North York
A very cute date spot for drinks and small bites plus a cool atmosphere
Bar Raval
Another great date or drinks spot with a great vibe
The Broadview Hotel
Another epic Greek spot downtown Toronto
Mamakas Taverna
In hipster downtown area, one of Toronto’s signature breweries. Love sitting up in the loft!
Bellwoods Brewery
Delicious Eastern Mediterranean cuisine
Byblos Downtown
This might just be the best authentic Italian pasta out there
Grazie Ristorante
Not only is the food delicious - the decor and ambience is absolutely superb
Oretta Midtown
This is an experience!
Restaurant Lucie
If you are looking for a great steak house, look no further
Black & Blue Steak House
This spot is semi-tucked away but such a great seafood spot. Get the seafood tower for a splurge!
Pearl Diver
Hands down one of the best sandwich spots period. The pork belly is to die for.
Banhmiboys
I am a croissant snob - these are by far the best. Go here!!!
Nadege Patisserie
Their lasagna is EPIC
Porzia's
Italian bakery by Terroni Group - their desserts are simply amazing. Try their budino (in a cup) - it is insanely good.
Sud Forno
Great Mexican
Wilbur Mexicana
multiple locations - I love the Junction one
NODO Restaurants
I might be biased cause I'm Polish but the food is SO GOOD.
Cafe Polonez
Pho in Toronto is as close as it gets to the real thing. And I have been to Vietnam!
Pho Tien Thanh
You must go here and try the Pop Rockin Roll (it's a sushi roll with poprocks). Food is delicious, vibes and ambience are elegant.
Akira Back Restaurant
Amazing Thai food
PAI
Shopping
In my opinion Toronto's best mall
Yorkdale Shopping Centre
Amazing area to walk around and explore, has cute and luxury boutiques. You may even spot a celebrity!
Neighbourhood: Bloor-Yorkville
A mix of vintage, hipster, trendy, and boutique stores. You are sure to find unique and cool items here.
Neighbourhood: Queen West
In the suburbs - a little out of the way but fun for the day if you have extra time.
