Megan’s guidebook

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Favourite Restaurants

The $1/ounce wine, mushroom pasta, and kale salad won't disappoint!
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Gusto 101
101 Portland St
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The $1/ounce wine, mushroom pasta, and kale salad won't disappoint!
Grab a taco at this casual local favourite and enjoy the UNLIMITED salsa bar!
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Wilbur Mexicana
552 King St W
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Grab a taco at this casual local favourite and enjoy the UNLIMITED salsa bar!
My FAVOURITE restaurant in the city. A bit more expensive, but you'll understand why it landed on Canada's Top 100 Restaurants list!
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Byblos
11 Duncan St
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My FAVOURITE restaurant in the city. A bit more expensive, but you'll understand why it landed on Canada's Top 100 Restaurants list!
Unbelievably tasty, authentic northern Thai food. A favourite amongst visiting celebrities and athletes, AND it's affordable!
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PAI
18 Duncan St
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Unbelievably tasty, authentic northern Thai food. A favourite amongst visiting celebrities and athletes, AND it's affordable!
Nice atmosphere and tasty food, you'll understand why this spot was featured on an episode of The Food Network's "You Gotta Eat Here!"
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Chubby's Jamaican Kitchen
104 Portland St
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Nice atmosphere and tasty food, you'll understand why this spot was featured on an episode of The Food Network's "You Gotta Eat Here!"
Book a reservation and get to know why Jamie Oliver calls this his favourite restaurant in the city! This tasty italian spot is known for their house-made pastas and charcuterie.
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Buca
604 King St W
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Book a reservation and get to know why Jamie Oliver calls this his favourite restaurant in the city! This tasty italian spot is known for their house-made pastas and charcuterie.
This hole-in-the-wall hot spot located on Ossington is a hipster magnet. Serving up creative korean share-plates, it is SO tasty and affordable! Do yourself a favour and get the bulgogi cheesesteak and squash poutine. DROOL!
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ODDSEOUL
90 Ossington Ave
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This hole-in-the-wall hot spot located on Ossington is a hipster magnet. Serving up creative korean share-plates, it is SO tasty and affordable! Do yourself a favour and get the bulgogi cheesesteak and squash poutine. DROOL!
Looking for a healthy, vegan meal? Fresh is a local institution. They have many locations, but I would recommend their newly renovated restaurants on Front Street East or within close walking distance on Spadina.
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Fresh on Front
47 Front St E
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Looking for a healthy, vegan meal? Fresh is a local institution. They have many locations, but I would recommend their newly renovated restaurants on Front Street East or within close walking distance on Spadina.
A destination for all of the city's hottest restaurants, under one roof! This market-style hall will have something for EVERYONE!
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Assembly Chef's Hall
111 Richmond St W
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A destination for all of the city's hottest restaurants, under one roof! This market-style hall will have something for EVERYONE!
Famous for their burger, enjoy a meat-forward meal and then head downstairs to The Cloak Bar, a speakeasy serving up the city's best cocktails.
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Marben
488 Wellington St W
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Famous for their burger, enjoy a meat-forward meal and then head downstairs to The Cloak Bar, a speakeasy serving up the city's best cocktails.

Coffee Shops

Enjoy a latte and one of their FAMOUS chocolate chip cookies!
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Portland Variety
587 King St W
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Enjoy a latte and one of their FAMOUS chocolate chip cookies!
Pop in to this popular Italian bakery for a coffee, biscotti or sandwich, and enjoy the open-kitchen views!
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Forno Cultura
609 King St W
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Pop in to this popular Italian bakery for a coffee, biscotti or sandwich, and enjoy the open-kitchen views!
There are many locations in the city, but this location is definitely worth a visit while in the Distillery District! As featured on the TV show Dragon's Den.
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Balzac's Distillery District
1 Trinity St
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There are many locations in the city, but this location is definitely worth a visit while in the Distillery District! As featured on the TV show Dragon's Den.
The most beautiful and romantic coffee shop in the city.
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Commerce Court WEST
140 Yonge Street
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The most beautiful and romantic coffee shop in the city.
Jimmy's is where Toronto locals love to caffeinate. You'll understand why the owners opened a second location - directly across the street!
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Jimmy's Coffee
107 Portland St
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Jimmy's is where Toronto locals love to caffeinate. You'll understand why the owners opened a second location - directly across the street!
Pop into this chocolate shop for drool-worthy treats and pick up a souvenir while you're at it. I especially like their Mexican mocha.
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Soma Chocolate Maker
32 Tank House Lane
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Pop into this chocolate shop for drool-worthy treats and pick up a souvenir while you're at it. I especially like their Mexican mocha.

Fun Things To Do

Walk the cobble stones, grab a bite to eat, shop, and enjoy photo ops of Toronto's old Distillery District.
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Дистиллери-Дистрикт
55 Mill St
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Walk the cobble stones, grab a bite to eat, shop, and enjoy photo ops of Toronto's old Distillery District.
A favourite among locals and tourists. The peameal bacon sandwich (Carousel Bakery), veal parmesan sandwich (Uno Mustachio) and seafood (Buster's Cove) are recommended!
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Рынок Сент-Лоуренса
93 Front St E
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A favourite among locals and tourists. The peameal bacon sandwich (Carousel Bakery), veal parmesan sandwich (Uno Mustachio) and seafood (Buster's Cove) are recommended!
Take a tour of the famous Steamwhistle Brewery, a very short walk from the condo. It is ideally located near the CN Tower, Rogers Centre and Aquarium if you get thirsty while touring!
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Steam Whistle Brewing
255 Bremner Blvd
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Take a tour of the famous Steamwhistle Brewery, a very short walk from the condo. It is ideally located near the CN Tower, Rogers Centre and Aquarium if you get thirsty while touring!
Take a walk along Toronto's beautiful waterfront, overlooking lake Ontario. Here, you can enjoy the man-made beaches, rent canoes and paddleboards, take a water taxi across to the Toronto Islands, or just take in the sites!
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Waterfront Trail
Waterfront Trail
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Take a walk along Toronto's beautiful waterfront, overlooking lake Ontario. Here, you can enjoy the man-made beaches, rent canoes and paddleboards, take a water taxi across to the Toronto Islands, or just take in the sites!
Rent a BIXI bike (steps from the condo entrance) and head south to the Martin Goodman Trail for a fun activity!
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Martin Goodman Trail
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Rent a BIXI bike (steps from the condo entrance) and head south to the Martin Goodman Trail for a fun activity!
Walk down Queen West (voted the most interesting neighbourhood in the world by Vogue Magazine) and spend and afternoon soaking up the sun at the buzzing Trinity Bellwoods park. Pack a picnic, bring some boozy refreshments, or take part in Toronto's legal marijuana scene - you will see it all here!
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Парк Тринити Беллвудс
790 Queen St W
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Walk down Queen West (voted the most interesting neighbourhood in the world by Vogue Magazine) and spend and afternoon soaking up the sun at the buzzing Trinity Bellwoods park. Pack a picnic, bring some boozy refreshments, or take part in Toronto's legal marijuana scene - you will see it all here!
Take a stroll through Toronto's most expensive neighbourhood, featuring luxury shopping along Bloor Street, and local shops and restaurants on Cumberland.
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Yorkville Village
55 Avenue Rd
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Take a stroll through Toronto's most expensive neighbourhood, featuring luxury shopping along Bloor Street, and local shops and restaurants on Cumberland.
The quirkiest neighbourhood in town - think vintage shops, tasty hole-in-the-wall eats, and hipster bars.
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Kensington Fruit Market
36 St Andrew St
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The quirkiest neighbourhood in town - think vintage shops, tasty hole-in-the-wall eats, and hipster bars.
This artistic alleyway comes alive - bring your camera for ideal photo ops!
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Graffiti Alley
Graffiti Alley
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This artistic alleyway comes alive - bring your camera for ideal photo ops!
Take a class and learn what the SoulCycle phenomenon is all about! (Ty is my favourite instructor)
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SoulCycle
435 King St W
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Take a class and learn what the SoulCycle phenomenon is all about! (Ty is my favourite instructor)
The easiest way to get to Toronto Island (a great escape from the city with access to beaches, picnics, and bicycles built for two) is by hopping on a Tiki Taxi, just steps from the condo at the base of Spadina and Lower Queens Quay.
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Острова Торонто
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The easiest way to get to Toronto Island (a great escape from the city with access to beaches, picnics, and bicycles built for two) is by hopping on a Tiki Taxi, just steps from the condo at the base of Spadina and Lower Queens Quay.
Normally I think museums are a SNORE! But you should definitely check out "Friday Night Live at the ROM" where you can party with a live DJ and food vendors amongst the exhibits - the best way to see it! Check Facebook for the events page.
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Королевский музей Онтарио
100 Queens Park
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Normally I think museums are a SNORE! But you should definitely check out "Friday Night Live at the ROM" where you can party with a live DJ and food vendors amongst the exhibits - the best way to see it! Check Facebook for the events page.
With plenty of independent shops (and name brand stores), this is a fun street to walk and shop to your heart's content.
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Queen Street West
Queen Street West
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With plenty of independent shops (and name brand stores), this is a fun street to walk and shop to your heart's content.
If you love to shop, you'll definitely want to hit Toronto's largest downtown mall - you can get lost here!
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CF Toronto Eaton Centre
220 Yonge St
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If you love to shop, you'll definitely want to hit Toronto's largest downtown mall - you can get lost here!

Rooftop + Patio Guide

Patio culture is BIG in Toronto! Why not try a patio hop?!
Located on the rooftop of the Bisha Hotel, this spot boasts the best views of the city and has a major swank factor. The rooftop pool (available only to hotel guests) makes for great people watching!
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KŌST
80 Blue Jays Way
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Located on the rooftop of the Bisha Hotel, this spot boasts the best views of the city and has a major swank factor. The rooftop pool (available only to hotel guests) makes for great people watching!
This newer spot in town is all the buzz! Enjoy a flight of beer and a tasty brunch or lunch.
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Northern Maverick Brewery Co.
115 Bathurst St
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This newer spot in town is all the buzz! Enjoy a flight of beer and a tasty brunch or lunch.
Best location on the waterfront. Be prepared for a line but don't worry, it generally moves quick!
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Amsterdam BrewHouse
245 Queens Quay W
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Best location on the waterfront. Be prepared for a line but don't worry, it generally moves quick!
Another great waterfront patio. Hop on a waterfront cruise easily from here, the views are worth it!
Joe Bird
207 Queens Quay W
Another great waterfront patio. Hop on a waterfront cruise easily from here, the views are worth it!
Pay homage to the legendary Wayne Gretzky, a Canadian hockey hero. The restaurant itself is a bit underwhelming, but the rooftop is a local favourite.
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Wayne Gretzky's Toronto
99 Blue Jays Way
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Pay homage to the legendary Wayne Gretzky, a Canadian hockey hero. The restaurant itself is a bit underwhelming, but the rooftop is a local favourite.
For a fun and young vibe, hit The Porch for buckets + bar snacks.
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The Porch
250 Adelaide St W
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For a fun and young vibe, hit The Porch for buckets + bar snacks.
A local favourite, this patio is usually spilling over with excitement! Located on Ossington, you'll enjoy walking this strip and don't forget to make a stop at Bang Bang Icecream Bar across the street!
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Bellwoods Brewery
124 Ossington Ave
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A local favourite, this patio is usually spilling over with excitement! Located on Ossington, you'll enjoy walking this strip and don't forget to make a stop at Bang Bang Icecream Bar across the street!
Can't say enough great things about this place. Enjoy their street-side patio or upstairs rooftop for a great time, any time of day. They make an excellent old fashioned!
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The Drake Hotel
1150 Queen St W
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Can't say enough great things about this place. Enjoy their street-side patio or upstairs rooftop for a great time, any time of day. They make an excellent old fashioned!
Worth a trip to the East side of the city, this hot spot has been all the rage since opening last year. If there's a wait, pop next door to Brickworks Ciderhouse.
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The Broadview Hotel
106 Broadview Ave
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Worth a trip to the East side of the city, this hot spot has been all the rage since opening last year. If there's a wait, pop next door to Brickworks Ciderhouse.
Steps from the apartment, they put on a great brunch, lunch or dinner and drinks. Try the epic hangover caesar!
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Hunters Landing
82 Fort York Blvd
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Steps from the apartment, they put on a great brunch, lunch or dinner and drinks. Try the epic hangover caesar!
The hottest patio in the Distillery District. The food in my experience has just been OK, but you can't beat the atmosphere, margaritas + table-side guacamole.
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El Catrin Destileria
18 Tank House Lane
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The hottest patio in the Distillery District. The food in my experience has just been OK, but you can't beat the atmosphere, margaritas + table-side guacamole.
If strutting around in a bikini with heels on is your scene, this is the best rooftop pool to see and be seen.
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Lavelle
627 King St W
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If strutting around in a bikini with heels on is your scene, this is the best rooftop pool to see and be seen.

VEGAN Eats Toronto

Award-winning takeout pizza and bakery, known for their creative vegan creations!
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Apiecalypse Now!
735 Bloor St W
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Award-winning takeout pizza and bakery, known for their creative vegan creations!
A Toronto vegan institution - famous for their quinoa onion rings! Check out their newly renovated locations on Spadina and Front Street East.
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Fresh on Spadina
5031 Spadina Ave.
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A Toronto vegan institution - famous for their quinoa onion rings! Check out their newly renovated locations on Spadina and Front Street East.
Started as a food truck, this hole-in-the-wall spot does a South Asian twist on vegan food.
The Vegan Extremist (TVX)
291 Augusta Ave
Started as a food truck, this hole-in-the-wall spot does a South Asian twist on vegan food.
A delicious taste of the Caribbean - and the owners are so nice!
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Veggie D’Light
160 Baldwin St
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A delicious taste of the Caribbean - and the owners are so nice!
Looking for something different? Eat with your hands at this delicious vegan Ethiopian resto.
Selam Vegan Restaurant
812 Bloor St W
Looking for something different? Eat with your hands at this delicious vegan Ethiopian resto.
Globally inspired plant-based 5 or 8 course tasting menu. For a more affordable option, check out their sister restaurant, Away.
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Avelo Restaurant
51 St Nicholas St
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Globally inspired plant-based 5 or 8 course tasting menu. For a more affordable option, check out their sister restaurant, Away.
My go-to spot for giant salads and grain bowls. Also located in the Urban Eatery at the Eaton's Centre!
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Urban Herbivore
64 Oxford St
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My go-to spot for giant salads and grain bowls. Also located in the Urban Eatery at the Eaton's Centre!
Creative vegan Mexican dishes in a beautiful atmosphere, with great cocktails!
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Rosalinda Restaurant
133 Richmond St W
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Creative vegan Mexican dishes in a beautiful atmosphere, with great cocktails!
Southern-style vegan comfort food with local beers on tap.
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The Hogtown Vegan on College
382 College St
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Southern-style vegan comfort food with local beers on tap.
House-made vegan desserts, and THE BEST (cashew) ICECREAM IN THE CITY!!
Cosmic Treats
207 Augusta Ave
House-made vegan desserts, and THE BEST (cashew) ICECREAM IN THE CITY!!
Popular vegan bakery, known for their epic cinnamon bun!
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Bunner's Bakeshop
244 Augusta Ave
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Popular vegan bakery, known for their epic cinnamon bun!
You won't be disappointed with the "Raw Combo Platter", featuring eggplant lasagna, falafel, pierogis, and sushi. Their products can also be found in most health food stores.
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Live Organic Food Bar
264 Dupont St
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You won't be disappointed with the "Raw Combo Platter", featuring eggplant lasagna, falafel, pierogis, and sushi. Their products can also be found in most health food stores.
A popular casual lunch spot, with many locations in the downtown core.
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Kupfert & Kim (Spadina)
140 Spadina Ave.
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A popular casual lunch spot, with many locations in the downtown core.
A plant-based butcher and grocery store. Also check out their new location at the Stackt Market on Bathurst!
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YamChops
705 College St
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A plant-based butcher and grocery store. Also check out their new location at the Stackt Market on Bathurst!
Cheery, quick-serve spot offering vegan pizzas with creative toppings.
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Virtuous Pie
611 College St
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Cheery, quick-serve spot offering vegan pizzas with creative toppings.
Made popular by their "Vegan Big Mac", this is a go-to spot for all your favourite vegan junk food.
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Doomie's
1265 Queen St W
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Made popular by their "Vegan Big Mac", this is a go-to spot for all your favourite vegan junk food.
An elegant vegan restaurant with beautiful decor. Also check out their newly opened location on Queen W.
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Planta Yorkville
1221 Bay St.
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An elegant vegan restaurant with beautiful decor. Also check out their newly opened location on Queen W.
I have dreams about their acai parfait with the coconut whip!
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Bolt Fresh Bar
1170 Queen St W
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I have dreams about their acai parfait with the coconut whip!