Best Lunch Restaurants in Pickering

"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"

"Old School has some epic comfort food and is also the home of Toronto’s best pancake stack, the Blueberry Hill. This brunch all-day hotspot has fresh classics made from scratch with a modern twist. Expect to dig into delicious BLTs to chicken and waffles, pulled pork sandwiches, French toast, and so much more."

"School meets diner vibes at this adorable brunch spot on Dundas West. I’d say Old School is definitely up there on my list of the best brunch places in Toronto – the food here is absolutely incredible!. Their Blueberry Hill Pancakes are life – definitely some of the best pancakes I’ve ever had in Toronto."

"You’ll enjoy fabulous lakefront views when you sit out on this stellar Front St patio. The Aviary is a go-to spot for some of the best sports bar vibes in town. All their eats are done just the way they would be in a ballpark."

"Large, blazing patio heaters keep everyone warm on a wraparound patio at this Canary District bar and restaurant that serves brunch, lunch and dinner, all accompanied by locally brewed beer."

"Rain or shine you can find many Torontonians at SMITH for brunch on the weekends. With such a beautiful and eclectic atmosphere it truly does transport you to another world (France or Italy perhaps?) They feature simple ingredients and recipes made with soul and comfort, which makes it even more appealing to go there if you weren’t convinced by their decor!. https://www.instagram.com/p/BmlRFsqAf-Z/?"

"Smith takes up all three beautifully designed floors and the patio of a sweet townhouse in the Village. Come for a boozy brunch with a whole drinks menu dedicated for that special meal, or simply to relax and indulge in some staples. On top of it all: they take reservations for the weekend, so there’s no hour-long wait for eggs!"

"Smith is a gorgeous French restaurant that’s popular for their brunch, as well as their adorable patio. With brick walls and hanging lights, their patio is super cute and Instagram-worthy. They’re only open on weekends at the moment, so definitely reserve ahead of time if you want to get a table!"

"Set in the heart of the Kensington Market district, Tortería San Cosme ranks among the best sandwiches we’ve eaten all year, and well worth the hype and the wait. This well-themed Mexican eatery is devoted only to torterías (bread-based sandwiches), with menu staples that include the Cubano (ham, pork, and bacon base - $9.95 CAD or about $8 USD), the Poblano (roasted chicken and mole - $9.95 CAD), and the Adobada (steak - $9.95 CAD)."

"A photo posted by Tortería San Cosme (@sancosme_) on Nov 8, 2016 at 2:55pm PST. Skip the typical lunch combos in lieu of a hearty Mexican meal from this Kensington Market torteria. Choose from any of the griddle-cooked sandwiches on the menu and then add on esquites, charros or salad with an agua fresca on the side."

"Peterson heads to the famous Kensington Market district of downtown Toronto in this episode, to eat at Torteria San Cosme, which serves traditional Mexican sandwiches, called tortas. Opened by Mexico City-born chef Arturo Anhalt, San Cosme takes the often messy street food to a sit-down restaurant level."

"East-side luncheonette with an Irish heart (and a killer soda bread recipe), reopened 2008. Ash Farrelly, owner: I am what you would call a professional waitress. I was born into this business – three generations, both sides of my family, owned pubs or small hotels throughout Ireland."

"The George Street Diner, Toronto|Courtesy of Fran's Restaurant. Diners are always great places to get your food fix and The George Street Diner is no exception. Located on the corner of Richmond and George, the diner is a cozy, yet upbeat stop."

"This place has such a classic look, it’s actually been used as a filming location. Come relax in a star-studded red booth and enjoy some comfort food to comfort you in your comparable lack of fame. Where: 129 George St"

"3 Before he became known as Kungfu Dawg, purveyor of street meat, Stephen Payne was the head of the charcuterie program at Parkdale’s now-closed Parts and Labour. He went on to cook at Wallace and Co. in the Junction Triangle, then he opened up the city’s coolest hot dog stand on Ossington. Now he slings his homemade, no-filler franks and corn dogs loaded with (also homemade) condiments and toppings at breweries, flea markets and street parties all across the city."

"Brunch it up with the delicious eats available at this outdoor spot. They have all the signature breakfast items you could dream of, from eggs benny to French toast to vegan options. Plus, a ton of cocktails available too."

"For over 10 years, 7 Numbers has been showing Toronto how to put, and keep, the “family” in family style. This southern Italian restaurant is serving its country’s version of soul food cooked up by the owning family’s matriarch, Rosa. Once a month, Mama Rosa opens her kitchen doors to teach others how to make"

"The Stelvio is a famed restaurant in Canada which serves authentic and sumptuous Italian dishes. Their menu is complete of antipasti, Taglieri, insalate, pasta, primi, secondi, and dolci. They are usually open every day except Mondays."

"With a decor theme that is heavily Scandinavian, and modern architecture that makes you feel like you have walked into a millennial’s take on a roman cathedral, plus the perfect feminine touch of roses lining the ceilings – Figo’s unique interior is anything but ordinary. Figo is a romantic setting for a Saturday night date, and a dreamy enough spot to return for your Sunday brunch. Where: 295 Adelaide St W"

"Whether you want house-made ricotta, wood-fired pizza, or homemade pasta, FIGO has it all. This Italian restaurant uses only the finest and freshest ingredients to prepare modern meals that are simply delicious. Open from Wednesday to Sunday, check out the three-course date night meal for two that’s only $75 and includes a great selections of wines."

"Italian, Vegan, Buffet, Restaurant With Party Services, Restaurant With Private Rooms, Restaurant With Parking, Wheelchair-accessible Restaurant, Take-out, Online Menu, Restaurant With Catering Services, Lunch Menu, Extensive Wine List. restaurants in Toronto, Richmond Hill, Oakville and most recently Ajax and Barrie. In Italy 'pizza a legna' (wood-fired..."

"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)."

"Out of all of the burgers, I have currently tasted, I would have to say that if you want a beefed up classic burger like The Stockyard’s Beast Style (their version of the Big Mac), it’s the most affordable at $7.50 (for a single patty. A double..."

"Always show up a little earlier, as this place is POPULAR!!!!. You may get caught in a lineup, but always 100% worth it."