Cheap Places to Eat in York

"When DaiLo opened in 2014, chef Nick Liu won over Toronto critics and residents alike with his one-of-a-kind French-inflected Chinese fare, landing the restaurant on “best of” lists both locally and nationally. While the menu is technically precise, Liu’s sense of humor also comes through with dishes such as the Big Mac bao, stuffed with beef, lettuce, potato frites, and, of course, a secret sauce. Wine has always played a key role in elevating the experience here, too, where a knowledgeable staff can help guide you to the perfect bottle to pair with smoked duck breast and chile onion jam."

"Not because it’s bad, but because it’s a gimmick and you know how it’s going to taste. Save your appetite for the menu’s wealth of creative and intricate flavor combinations — like chunks of watermelon fried in a wafer-thin batter and topped with pork floss, or Hakka wontons in brown butter. If dining in a group, absolutely save room for a whole trout that’s been filleted, fried, and reassembled on a platter with sweet, salty, and spicy dipping sauces."

"They serve up amazing French-Chinese fusion cuisine in a gorgeous Instagram-worthy restaurant in Little Italy. They switch up their menu every so often, but their Sweet & Sour Pork Hock and Truffle Fried Rice are both classic staples on the menu. You can also visit the smaller version of their restaurant, Little DaiLo, inside Assembly Chef’s Hall downtown, a food hall filled with upscale restaurants serving up a few of their best dishes!"

"Offering a variety of modern Vietnamese subs and Asian baos, Banh Mi Boys does not disappoint in the cheap, delicious eats department. At peak hours, the restaurant is often jam-packed with hungry diners waiting for fun fusion food that are sure to tantalize taste buds. Their fried chicken steamed bao ($4) and kimchi fries ($6.50) will have you rave about for days afterwards."

"If you are looking for a unique twist on a filling Vietnamese sandwich, you certainly can't go wrong with Banh Mi Boys. On Queen and Spadina, this sandwich shop takes the Vietnamese construct and gives it multicultural twists, from Korean to Japanese. People line up out the door in anticipation, serving the grab-and-go style quite nicely."

"Former Toronto food truck superstar, Banh Mi Boys, opened up a shop at the buzzy intersection of Queen and Spadina (ironically, it's beside a McDonald's). In addition to their popular banh mi sandwiches and steam bao is one unusual dish: Kimchi..."

"Planta is one of those friendly vegan spots that can sway even your meat-loving friends. And it’s been a Toronto mainstay for years now. Aside from their beautiful plant-based dishes, the interior of Planta restaurants also wows, so no surprise that their patio situation is also on point."

"A post shared by PLANTA (@planta) on Jun 18, 2020 at 9:53am PDT. This place may just change your mind about vegan food!. With a completely plant-based menu, this upscale veg resto takes inspiration from all over the world with creations from local chef David Lee."

"We absolutely love everything that is going on over at Planta. There is not a single boring spot to be found on the interior of this delectable plant-based resto. Even the chairs are dope!"

"Distance from downtown: 17 minutes This family-owned brewery was born out of two brothers’ desire for total control over the creative brewing process, and the need to “brew outside the box.” What you’ll find at Blood Brothers is the adventurous beer drinkers’ paradise in a menu packed with experimental flavours, balanced with enough approachable styles for the casual beer drinker to pick up a four-pack and head to the park for some late autumn rays.Best Brew: You can never go wrong with the golden sour Paradise Lost series (currently pouring Guava in the tap room), but if you came to push the limits of brews outside the box, grab a bottle of White Lies with Riesling, a sour ale brewed with Riesling grapes; $8 per 500-milliliter bottle and $6 for 12 ounces."

"Blood Brothers Brewing opened in 2015 as the passion project of brothers Dustin and Brayden Jones. With self-professed humble beginnings, the innovative brews quickly gained traction across Toronto as an edgy craft beer served at hipster dive bars and commercial restaurants alike. Four years later, Blood Brothers has opened a small taproom in Toronto’s West End, and I can confidently confirm: it is the best brewery in the city."

"This sibling-run microbrewery has generated quite the cult following since it first opened in 2015, spurred on by the brother brewmasters’ innovative offerings, small-scale batches, and somewhat hidden Geary Ave. location. As a result, their bottles go fast, but they’re well worth the extra effort it takes to track them down. Try: The Paradise Lost series, an ever-changing selection of kettle sours."

"Walk up to the third floor of this little Dundas Street ‘mall’ and you’ll reach what is perhaps the largest Dim Sum restaurant in Toronto. With an extensive selection of dishes on offer at all hours of the day, weekday mornings are the best time to go for reduced prices. Alternatively, head there on Friday evening for some post-Dim Sum ballroom dancing – an activity sorely missing from other restaurants serving the same fare."

"Why go: Delectable dim sum for takeout and also, dining here is an experience. Fresh food comes around on pushcarts, inviting you to try something new or revisit an old favourite. What to order: Dumplings of all kinds, bbq pork buns, chive and seafood pancakes."

"Small bite size traditional breakfast foods prepared to perfection at Dim Sum King in Toronto is what keeps the masses flocking."

"In ancient China, a thousand years B.C Congee was a medicinal herbs with rich nutrition. Now a day, congee is famous healthy food"

"This super cute patio set is more for aesthetics than eating, and you don’t even have to go inside the restaurant to get this shot. Come dressed in your summer best for the perfect European-esque summer photo opp!. LOCATION: 17 Leader Ln."

"This restaurant has an open patio with a scenic view that offers seafood, comfort food, breakfast and brunch. They have a daily special here 12 oysters for $20 and after one bite you’ll be hooked. The price range for this restaurant is from $20 – $50 and they have gluten-free options as well."

"Located on Adelaide near Jarvis and Queen East, the menus at Pearl Diver cover your seafood cravings for brunch, lunch, and dinner. This homey restaurant offers classic chowder, oyster, and calamari options, along with fish and chips, burgers, and much more."

"Excellent eating experience from walking in the door and being greeted by an employee. The meal was served hot and excellent taste. The server was very friendly and helpful."

"With over 30,000 square feet of space in which to relax, Four Seasons Toronto Spa is simple and serene and perfect for a sun-filled urban luxury retreat. Four Seasons Toronto Spa is located on the ninth floor of the hotel and includes a co-ed whirlpool, steam rooms, personal grooming amenities, and a 24-hour fitness center. The spa provides a variety of services, such as massages, facials, body treatments, nail and hair services, make up, wellness, yoga, and fitness."

"When you hear about a spa at a Four Seasons hotel, you know they mean business. It’s the real-life equivalent to The Suite Life of Zack & Cody’s Tipton hotel chain (though unfortunately, the Sprouse twins don’t live here. Sigh). Just as luxurious as you’d imagine it to be, the massage and facial treatment at the Four Seasons resort in Toronto offers various services that enable nothing short of relaxation."

"You know a city is getting cramped when a spa boasts about their abundant natural light. Only that isn't all the Spa Four Seasons has to offer. The Four Seasons knows how to do it right and their oversized treatment rooms, sunlit indoor relaxation pool and full salon prove their expertise."

"I’m going to assume that Spa My Blend is code for something that regular spa-goers may be familiar with, but to me, it just seems like a cool catchphrase that I’ll just pretend to understand (smile and wave boys, just smile and wave). Located in the Ritz-Carlton hotel, that super fancy schmancy building near the TIFF Bell Lightbox on King Street, Spa My Blend offers luxurious treatments for any and every guest who arrives. @mynn.vuembedded via"

"Located inside the luxurious Ritz-Carlton, Spa My Blend has it all. They started as the city’s first Champagne Nail Bar, but quickly grew into the expansive wellness centre they are today. You can enjoy 16 private treatment rooms, a variety of water therapies, aromatherapy steam rooms, saunas, and aroma infused vitality pools."

"White walls, green tea-infused vitality pools, aromatherapy steam rooms, spacious saunas, and exclusive skin products from Clarins – this is how girls in France stay beautiful, non?. You can find this spa inside Toronto's Ritz Carlton hotel, but good luck ever trying to leave."

"Serving Thai cuisine, known for its unique and harmonized blend of herbs, spices and market-fresh ingredients creating a subtle taste of sweet, sour, salty and spiciness in every meal. Open for lunch and dinnerDress code: CasualPhone: +1 905-760-1288"

"LeTAO on College Street is a Japanese ice cream concept now available in Canada. Established in Japan over 20 years ago, the Toronto flagship store is the first location outside of Asia, opening in late May 2019. LeTAO’s name is based on the first letters of the French phrase “La Tour Amitie Otaru” meaning “The Amiable Tower of Otaru.” It was meant to be a beacon of hope during the depression and meant to show pride for the city."

"Childhood nostalgia meets plant-based baking at this adorable Kensington house, which looks like the kind of place on the block that always had baked goods on the counter — except without a stick of butter or gluten-full flour bag in sight. Everything at Sweet Hart Kitchen is 100 per cent vegan, gluten free and naturally sweetened. Sugar junkies rejoice with seasonal pies, pastries and raw or baked cakes."

"A post shared by Sweet Hart Kitchen (@sweethartkitchen) on May 24, 2020 at 5:25am PDT. Vegan, gluten-free, baked, and unbaked, there’s so much goodness going on at this little sweet shop, it’s ridiculous. Seasonal specials and all-the-time faves are available for preorder online, ready to fill your tummy with deliciousness that, honestly, isn’t even all that unhealthy."

"At Sweet Hart Kitchen you will find amazing baked vegan goods such as raw cakes, cookies, truffles, donuts muffins and more!. There are a ton more Toronto dessert places that are just waiting to be explored!. As you can see this list of the best vegetarian restaurants in Toronto is quite extensive with a variety of options."