Bloor Street West just got a major hit of Parisian adrenaline. Brasserie Côte, the highly anticipated sister restaurant to the Ossington strip’s legendary Côte de Bœuf, is officially open in the Annex. Taking over the historic former By the Way Café space at Bloor and Brunswick — a local fixture for over 40 years — … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Late-night ramen cravings in Vaughan are about to get a little more interesting, or at the very least, a lot more automated! Canada’s first 24/7, on-demand self-serve ramen bar is set to celebrate its grand opening this Saturday, March 7, 2026, in Vaughan. The bar has already soft-launched inside Aisle 24 Market (100 Eagle Rock … Continued
Toronto food influencer Rick Silver (@dicksworld) is proving he’s not all burgers and late-night bites. He’s rounding up the salads across the city that actually deserve your attention. Because when Rick talks, even the lettuce gets taken seriously. Chop Hop Born out of Rasa and Sara, Chop Hop has locked in as my go-to salad … Continued
A new restaurant in Baldwin Village is refining Vietnamese cuisine and culture to the max. Awash in dark wood tones, red velvet curtains and decadent chandeliers, Petite Lune Saigon combines French sophistication with classic Vietnamese hospitality. The new restaurant — and its name — pays homage to the French influence that shaped Vietnam’s iconic architecture … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
For those who’ve hit peak Toronto dating-app fatigue, a new concept making the rounds on Instagram might tempt you back into the wild! Woosuk Pocha is a new-ish Korean late-night spot at Yonge and Wellesley that’s being pitched as a sort of “blind date pocha.” You enter via Dakgogi (look for the chicken sign out … Continued
Little Italy is losing a longtime wing spot. Today the team behind Duff’s Famous Wings confirmed they are permanently closing their College Street location after nearly 20 years. The announcement, posted on Instagram, ends the run for the 558 College St. storefront that has served fans of classic Buffalo wings since 2007. View this … Continued
In a city that never stops chasing the next food trend, Cafe Polonez has done something much harder: it has remained. The Roncesvalles institution has been serving traditional Polish comfort food for more than four decades, a true testament to the people who built the legacy and the generations of Torontonians who’ve kept coming back. … Continued
If you’ve noticed a line forming at 114 Atlantic Avenue lately, you can trace the scent back to Mozy’s Charcoal. While the spot technically opened its doors in mid-January 2026, it is currently having a major “trending” moment as word spreads about the pedigree in the kitchen. The man behind the grill is chef Barbode … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Gluten-free pizza in Toronto has come a long way from the cardboard crust era, and many local kitchens now offer crispy crust swaps that hold up perfectly under toppings! To help you sort through the best gut-friendly options, here are eight reliable places that offer some of the most delicious gluten-free pizza picks! Just keep … Continued
In a time when travel feels increasingly turbulent: flights getting pricier, advisories piling up, and headlines scaring off some of the braver jet setters, Torontonians continue to provide, offering the locals a softer landing of sorts. If you’ve found yourself daydreaming at work about escaping one of the endless snowstorms this exceptionally sleet-filled winter season, … Continued
The Miller Tavern is preparing to close its Bay Street location following the sale of the restaurant’s assets, marking the end of a long run at one of downtown Toronto’s most familiar dining addresses. Fans of the downtown spot have until March 30 to drop in for a final round of drinks or a farewell … Continued
While the city has been playing a guessing game regarding the opening date of Pizzeria Badiali’s second home in Mirvish Village, we did some digging. A recent liquor license application for the 581 Markham St., site suggests the ovens will be firing up much sooner than the public anticipated. But it’s not just about the … Continued
