Best Breakfast and Brunch Places in Markham

"What is it: If you're looking for classic Toronto, look no further than this little breakfast joint in Little Italy. Since 1998, Aunties has been slinging eggs and bacon on mismatched plates to appreciative locals. If you're craving a sweet start to the day, the cinnamon French toast or oatmeal pancakes should fit the bill."

"Why go: Tucked away on Lippencott, Aunties & Uncles is the quintessential brunch spot that one daydreams about owning one day. Kitschy and cute, with some of the best and most well-priced breakfast plates in the city. What to order: Thebreakfast pocket, breakfast tacos and banana oatmeal pancakes are a few faves."

"A photo posted by Dr. Katie • YYZ • 🇨🇦 (@drkatieau) on Nov 7, 2016 at 8:15am PST. These banana oatmeal pancakes are so big, they fold them in half to get them on the plate. Address: 74 Lippincott Street, TorontoInstagram: @auntiesanduncles"

"A tried and true favourite for brunch in the city, you’ve got to hit up Old School for a taste of what’s good. Savoury, sweet, light or carb-heavy, this spot is serving the goods to the best of the brunch crowd, and it’s well worth waiting for if there’s a line when you arrive. Address: 800 Dundas Street WestPhone:  416-815-8790"

"A photo posted by Toronto (@hypetoronto) on Jan 21, 2017 at 7:54am PST. They don’t call this dish “blueberry hill” for nothing; it’s stacked tall with candied bacon, blueberries, brown sugar butter and cream. Address: 800 Dundas Street West, TorontoInstagram:@oldschoolyyz"

"This restaurant at Wellington and Portland has become one of the city’s top purveyors of Canadian comfort food thanks to the talent of executive chef Chris Locke. Marben had established a grocery box pickup program for various pantry staples but has also recently added takeout home-cooked meals such as shepherd’s pie, requiring 48 hours notice. View this post on Instagram"

"This Wellington spot was quick out of the gates with a fantastic patio when outdoor dining opened up in June. Now, in true Canadian style, Marben has levelled up with a tented patio and heat lamps to keep you cozy."

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"Exceptional service and food, with none of the casual familiarity that afflicts many restaurants in the area. We spent close to two hours luxuriating over…"

"Goûter by RA is a pâtisserie, boulangerie, and chocolaterie offering the best traditional classic French delicacies revisited with a modern twist. If you’re a chocolate lover, be sure to try their Chocolate BonBons available in flavours such as Fresh Mint, Passion Fruit and Salted Caramel."

"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"

"A hodgepodge of flavors, menu items borrow from Mediterranean and Lebanese cuisine, while providing the breakfast standbys that Canadians have grown to know and love. Vegan French toast is stuffed with house-made mixed berry preserve. Eggs Benny options offer Mediterranean sauces if you want a break from the traditional Hollandaise."

"Karine’s is located in the food court of a small downtown shopping centre. Notably, there’s a vegan and gluten-free all day breakfast. I ordered waffles topped with chocolate, dusted with powdered sugar, and surrounded by fresh fruit."

"Karin’s Fresh offers 100% vegan and gluten free breakfast ALL DAY starting at $5. Finally, a vegan place that doesn’t break the bank."

"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."

"Another great place to enjoy the outdoors in Toronto is Don Valley Brickworks Park, which can be found alongside Evergreen Brickworks. Set on the grounds of the old Brickworks factory is a now sprawling green space in Toronto that’s home to winding trails, hilltop epic views of the city’s skyline, floating boardwalks, and a few resident hawks, turtles, as well as other wildlife. Located in the Lower Don River Valley, this is the perfect oasis for a dose of green in Toronto."

"It was formerly a quarry and brickworks operation dating from 1889, but today the furnaces are quiet, and the site is reverting back to nature. Here, you'll find 15 biking and walking trails along with four ponds, an off-leash dog park area, and washrooms. Just south of the park is the Evergreen Brickworks environmental park."

"This popular Leslieville brunch spot got a new bedtime and west-end digs. Both locations are open from morning to late and focus on rustic, Mediterranean home cooking. From towering sandwiches to those drool-worthy sweet potato beignets with maple dipping sauce, chef Ariel Coplan constantly revamps the menu to incorporate seasonal ingredients."

"A post shared by Four Seasons Hotel Toronto (@fstoronto) on Feb 2, 2020 at 10:24am PST. A classic in Toronto for good reason, Café Boulud is owned by celebrity chef Daniel Boulud so you know it’s going to be good. To celebrate Valentine’s Day, the restaurant is offering an intimate dining experience that will end with special desserts created by Executive Pastry Chef Steven Tran."

"Get swept away at Cafe Boulud with its vintage style dining room and lounge that features a DJ late at night. Here, chef Daniel Boulud takes inspiration from his own family meals to create deliciously decadent dishes. Address: 60 Yorkville Avenue, TorontoPhone: 416-963-6000"

"Nestled in tony and fabulous Yorkville, Café Boulud, spearheaded by world-renown restaurateur Daniel Boulud, occupies the coveted dining room...Read More"

"Equipped with a luxurious bar, an international wine list, and stunning decor – this neo-bistro is an ideal date destination. Start with drinks and a few appetizers at the bar, then stay for dinner and devour creations by executive chef Luke Donato. Address: 60 Sudbury Street, TorontoPhone: 416-586-1188"

"Inspired by generations of Sicilian family-style cooking, ARDO chef Robert Marotta cooks with love and it definitely shows. The menu features seasonal produce, fresh seafood, pizza and pasta made daily in-house."

"Atai Bistro is Toronto’s newest French-Moroccan-inspired restaurant and offers a tantalizing menu that embraces Morrocco’s flavours and French cooking styles. The restaurant is located at 3047 Dundas Street West, in the Junction, and has a pop-up menu for residents to enjoy from the comfort of their own homes. The menu shares a unique take on regional Moroccan dishes using French cooking techniques with creative spice infusions."