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Great food, bland decor

June 24, 2010

The Studio Café, for example, is locked in the Dynasty era with thick carpets, floral tablecloths and showcases filled with glass sculptures.

An evening to remember

June 17, 2010

Union is amongst the crowd, but it stands out, thanks to its good food and laid-back friendly vibe.

Splendid service at Aquila

June 10, 2010

Not all service in Toronto is abysmal.

Fantastic flavours

June 03, 2010

It’s 36 degrees tonight so we sit inside to reap the benefits of air conditioning. Besides, the patio is full.

Mirage a real mess

May 27, 2010

Having three locations, you’d think Café Mirage would’ve figured it all out. Nope.

More Irish bar than steakhouse

May 20, 2010

Quinn’s Steakhouse is kind of what you’d expect from an Irish bar — dark wood, lots of beer and whiskey, and rowdy drinkers.

Still great after all these years

May 13, 2010

Messis has been on Harbord Street 12 years. Here’s how they are faring

Inexpensive but ordinary

May 06, 2010

Casa Sushi opened quickly. Keeping much of the previous tenant’s (the very good Bangkok Spoon) earth-toned interior, and relying on standard inexpensive sushi menu items, C.S. swiftly staked their claim on the restaurant-laden Danforth.

Huge plates of delicious food

April 29, 2010

Do not be fooled by the fast food façade — it’s lovely inside.

Tap into tasty tapas

April 22, 2010

Segovia is at Yonge and Wellesley. This Spanish restaurant has been here for over 20 years, but tucked away down a narrow lane, you may just have missed it.

Fine French fare at Papillon

April 15, 2010

Thank goodness for the bright yellow side of the restaurant. Otherwise, I might have missed it.

Surprisingly satisfying

April 08, 2010

I really didn’t like the lunch I’d had at Mildred’s when it first opened in 2008.

Good food, bad service

March 31, 2010

Babur has been on Queen West forever, it seems, and with a new urban look, it was time for a visit.

Cold food, warm place at Mercatto

March 24, 2010

The third and latest location of Mercatto manages to straddle a fun vibe in a café-ish setup without it feeling too casual.

European comfort food

March 18, 2010

I’m in the mood for comforting, homemade food this week.

Fun and unusual offerings

March 11, 2010

White beams crosshatch around you in a small, clean space. Like a Japanese woodland forest, Ginza’s newest location in Yorkville is awash in white and blond wood.

Rodney’s has fun vibe, great apps

March 04, 2010

You’d never find it on your own. Rodney’s By Bay is down this narrow laneway with not much else on it.

Swank look, delightful fare

February 25, 2010

Modern decor might seem out of place on Baldwin Street, but I think it’s a refreshing change.

Uninspired Middle Eastern fare

February 18, 2010

Ahh, Winterlicious. The frenzy hit the city again this year, running from Jan. 29 through Feb. 11. During the food fest, price fixed menus lure in the masses — and that included us.

Thai Dish — simply the city’s best

February 11, 2010

You wouldn’t know just by looking at Thai Dish that within those doors lies some of the best Thai food you’ll ever have. And at an unbelievable affordable price too.

Zin offers an exquisite, memorable meal

February 04, 2010

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, you’ll want to tuck into a tiny place and share delectable food — and Zin's is great place to celebrate.

At Serra, you can pass on the pizza

January 28, 2010

It’s been here for 11 years. It must be good. Cozy and warm, despite the casualness, the space at Serra allows diners the watch passersby out the glass front.

Adega’s seafood worth diving into

January 21, 2010

While Portuguese food is varied, you are bound to find fresh fish and seafood on the menu.

Chimichanga’s got right stuff

January 14, 2010

It’s across the street from Pusateri’s? Well la di da. But actually, the new and second location for Chimichanga is not posh at all.

Provence Delices can't keep up the momentum

January 07, 2010

It’s been here for 30 years, our server tells us, but I’ve never heard of it. 

Kensington's Waterfalls can be full of surprises

December 31, 2009

It feels strange to be in such a large space in Kensington. 

Many disappointments at Montfort

December 24, 2009

It’s -7 tonight, -17 with the wind chill. And not much warmer here in the restaurant.

Harlem Restaurant wows the crowd

December 16, 2009

Top 10 reasons to love Harlem

Woo Buffet: Gluttony on a plate

December 09, 2009

Woo is similar to Mandarin in that it’s pink and gray and offers hot and cold foods for a fixed price

Cozy, casual joint with comfort food

December 03, 2009

Now that it’s getting colder, it’s time for a little comfort food. And there’s no better place than a cozy neighbourhood joint.