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Luxury Restaurants in Toronto That Deserve a Michelin Star
"There’s something about the buttermilk fried chicken and waffle combo that just works well. Every dish on the Stockyards Smokehouse & Larder’s Sunday brunch menu incorporates the exceptional barbeque cuisine the restaurant is known for, whether it’s paired with smoked meat or housemade bacon or sausage. Priced from $10 to $20, Stockyards favourites include the Dirty Bird (a boneless fried chicken breast topped with bacon and cheddar, a sunny side-up egg and gravy, served sandwiched between a Belgian waffle) and the classic Stockyards breakfast sandwich (a deep-fried poached egg with bacon or country sage sausage and aged cheddar on a buttermilk biscuit)."
"Why go: A wood-smoked BBQ fix at brunch up on St. Clair West!. For 10+ years, The Stockyards Smokehouse & Larder has offered the perfect stick-to-your-ribs fare to quench any hunger pang and stabilize a hangover or upset stomach with good eats. What to order: Any dish that integrates their famous BBQ!"
"Prepare yourself for the long lines that await you at one of city’s best chicken & waffles and ribs—pretty impressive for under $20."
"That was an awesome burger I haven’t had a good one like that in a long time good job from the employees at this locationRead more"
"Donuts baked fresh daily, hand-cut fries, from-scratch onion rings—at Uncle Betty’s Diner it’s all about homemade. With a family-friendly vibe in a bright colourful space, this place also has an ice cream parlour attached. When: Monday closed; Tuesday to Wednesday, 11:30 am to 8:30 pm; Thursday to Friday, 9:30 am to 8:30 pm; Saturday to Sunday, 8:30 am to 8:30 pmWhere: 2590 Yonge Street, Toronto"
"This friendly neighbourhood diner has all the essentials of a diner to meet your breakfast and brunch needs. What’s most important is their famous ice-cream sandwiches. These sandwiches are made with Greg’s or Kawartha’s Dairy ice cream, sat pretty between two halves of their famous doughnuts."
"The Swan, one of Toronto’s most famous diners, occupied the same space on Queen Street West for more than 20 years. Now Le Swan has taken over to serve French bistro food alongside diner classics - think charcuterie followed by a tuna melt and steak frites with a side of grilled cheese. The menu here includes both dishes that you’d find in a Grey Poupon commercial and food that feels sort of like time travel, which makes it a little different than just about anywhere else in the city."
"Everyone’s curious about the new incarnation of Swan on West Queen West which is Jen Agg’s latest project, a so-called French diner that does rotisserie chicken and late night fondue."
"Why go: If brunch means a classic deli experience—look no further than this Thornhill staple. Open since the 80s, Centre Street Deli is a timeless Jewish deli with all the hits, great flexibility to meet all your breakfast plate needs, and a matzo ball soup that will warm the soul. What to order: Hand-cutsmoked meat, corned beef, smoked fish and a plate of latkes (the original hash brown)."
"Centre Street Deli is highly recommended in Vaughan if you like authentic Montreal smoked meat. This old school diner in Thornhill has all the favourite sandwiches, burgers, salads, and pasta but the stand out is their large selection of deli items. The Deli Mild Meat is cut thick."
"In the 1970s, there was an exodus of Jews from Montreal to Toronto. By the 1980s, many had migrated north to Thornhill. This deli was built to cater to that population."
"When you consider buying a home, you’re not just looking at the house but the surrounding community and amenities. We understand the need to have accessible shopping to suit your lifestyle, and that’s part of the reason we have chosen Woodbridge as the location for our Belmont Towns community. There’s a vibrant assortment of boutiques and malls in the area, so read on for our tips the best areas to shop near Belmont Towns!"
"Kensington Natural Bakery has operated since 1980, and they have lots of vegan, gluten-free and keto baked goods. They also have products suitable for many allergies. This is a vegetarian bakery, but it’s extremely vegan friendly."
"Situated close to the famous Rouge river, the charming Rouge beach is home to a wide range of wildlife species and you can also spend the entire day sunbathing and swimming in the soothing waters here. Camping is surely an option here as made available at the Rough National Urban Park. Other facilities at this beach include bike trails, washrooms, a massive volleyball court and changing rooms."
"Located at the mouth of the Rouge River at the east end of Lawrence Avenue, Rouge Beach is a great place to go if you want to feel like you’re getting a little escape from the city - without actually leaving the city. In addition to swimming and sunbathing, the marshes at Rouge Beach are good for wildlife viewing. You can also fish or canoe one the Rouge River."
"Located at the mouth of the Rouge River at the east end of Lawrence Avenue, this beach is shared with the West Rouge Canoe Club. Near the beach is a marsh that provides a home to a variety of wildlife. Any time of the year, the picturesque scenery around Rouge Beach is calming and impressive."
"What was once the Gibraltar Beach Sand Dunes is now a nice stretch of sandy shores between Centre Island and Hanlan’s Point on the Toronto Islands. This Blue Flag-certified beach is under the radar and is accessible from the main ferry to Centre Island or the Hanlan’s Point Ferry at the docks. The islands are actually connected, so you can walk from one to the other."
"If you love gorgeous cliff sides and feeling lost in a vast wilderness that is actually in a city center, then Bluffer’s Beach is for you!. Take a beautiful ride down the long, steep and windy road, then hop out of your vehicle and take a short stroll to a spanning beach that has clean sand and water. Blue Flag designation: Yes Facilities: parking lot, washrooms, lifeguardsAddress: 1 Brimley Rd., Scarborough (map it)"
"A post shared by Sakith Ranaweera (@sakithranaweera) on Jun 26, 2017 at 8:43am PDT. Bluffer’s Park, now called Scarboro Crescent Park, in Scarborough is definitely one of the more scenic spots to hang out in Toronto. Relax by the beach, hike up to one of the lookouts, or take the Bluffers Park Trail."
"Get your swim on at Bluffer’s Park Beach this summer, located right by the Scarborough Bluffs. From sunbathing and swimming, to fishing, to picnic areas and more — it’s the perfect place to unwind for a few hours. Don’t forget your sunscreen!"