648135 Fri Aug 28 06:33:24 -0700 2009 35 23 Ontario (including Toronto) 0 4985196 I was wondering if anyone had any suggestions for some restaurants around the Yonge/Eglinton area? I was thinking of Zucca but apparently its closed until September, so what else is good in the area? Fri Aug 28 06:33:24 -0700 2009 135061 rapsrealm 1 4985204 Grazie and Copacabana. Been to both and like both. Fri Aug 28 06:36:21 -0700 2009 4985196 69499 TOchowgal 1 4985305 Not sure sxactly what you have in mind, but Quince is excellent. Fri Aug 28 07:17:15 -0700 2009 4985196 138160 torontofoodiegirl 2 4985467 Don't have anything too particular in mind. Would like the meal to come in around 50-60 total (usually for two entrees, two desserts). Copacabana is a bit too expensive and my gf won't eat that much meat. We like Italian, Indian, Chinese, maybe some French as well. In terms of dietary restrictions I don't eat beef and she doesn't eat seafood. Fri Aug 28 08:07:53 -0700 2009 4985305 135061 rapsrealm 3 4985546 Do you mean 50-60 for both of you? If that's the case, then Quince will likely be out of your desired range. Tabule would definitely work, though, if you like Middle Eastern food. I'm pretty sure 5 Doors North would fit the bill, as well. Fri Aug 28 08:27:42 -0700 2009 4985467 12124 TorontoJo 4 4985576 I checked out Quince it seems reasonably priced, we could get away with 50-60 before taxes/tip since we'll most likely order water and have no appetizers or split dessert depending on how big the entree portions are. Fri Aug 28 08:35:38 -0700 2009 4985546 135061 rapsrealm 5 4985610 Gotcha -- Quince is a lovely spot for dinner. Enjoy! Fri Aug 28 08:43:29 -0700 2009 4985576 12124 TorontoJo 6 4985765 Just gave Quince a call unfortunately they are closed on Sunday which is when i'm going to be in that area. Fri Aug 28 09:29:31 -0700 2009 4985610 135061 rapsrealm 4 4986259 I second Tabule! Not too meat heavy, lots of veggie options and the chicken is great as well, so you'll both be able to find something you like. Fri Aug 28 11:31:43 -0700 2009 4985546 126755 apple_pie 4 4987309 Tabule and 5 Doors are my two Go-To places in that stretch. We go back to one or the other every few weeks. I also agree with the post below re Chimichanga--good Toronto take on Mexican food. Fri Aug 28 17:35:30 -0700 2009 4985546 174519 Ediblethoughts 4 4991347 recently have not enjoyed 5 Doors North, they have gone really downhill. very plebian main dishes. Sun Aug 30 18:28:17 -0700 2009 4985546 70876 LemonLauren 5 4992178 I guess it all comes down to what you order. When we were there several weeks ago, we enjoyed our pasta, risotto, salmon (main) and veggie sides greatly. Actually, I think it's one of the only times there where I've enjoyed every dish there. Mon Aug 31 06:45:45 -0700 2009 4991347 174519 Ediblethoughts 5 4992597 Hmn. They've had the same main dishes for years - and I do think they're simple, but tasty. I went last week as well and found it really quite consistent with other visits over the last several (eight?) years. I don't think 5 Doors is worth a detour, but it is certainly one of my go-to places and well worth a visit if you're looking in the area IMO. --- http://www.foodpr0n.com/ -- food. is. love. Mon Aug 31 09:07:56 -0700 2009 4991347 14940 jlunar 1 4985463 My vote is for 5 Doors North. Though it can be noisy. Fri Aug 28 08:06:46 -0700 2009 4985196 14940 jlunar 2 5083317 I also really enjoy 5 Doors North! I had an amazing grilled salmon last year. It was cooked perfectly! It wasn't overcooked and flaky at all. I do have to agree with jlunar though, it can definitely be noisy. Tue Oct 06 12:37:01 -0700 2009 4985463 1114337 Sannie_2 1 4985866 Also check out Coquine - http://www.coquinerestaurant.com/ We've had a number of good meals there, and the atmosphere and service are top notch. If you want to go a little bit east, there are some great restaurants on Mt. Pleasant. For dessert, I'd strongly recommend Il Gelaterie at the corner of Mt. Pleasant and Hillsdale Ave. Fri Aug 28 09:52:09 -0700 2009 4985196 220029 Fulloholes 2 4986034 I wouldn't mind going down to Mt. Pleasant. Coquine looks very interesting as well. Fri Aug 28 10:35:46 -0700 2009 4985866 135061 rapsrealm 3 4988373 There are some great options on Mt. Pleasant. Phoebe's for seafood, Mogette and Simple Bistro for casual french, and Celestin for higher end french. You can head over to Il Gelatiere for dessert afterward. Sat Aug 29 09:50:50 -0700 2009 4986034 65569 sloweater 2 4991352 I love Coquine! though i should say it is a bit loud on a busy friday or saturday, never been there on a sunday. Sun Aug 30 18:29:51 -0700 2009 4985866 70876 LemonLauren 3 4992356 I ended up going to Coquine last night. It was quite busy at about 7ish. I got a lamb chop appetizer, wild-mushroom filled ravioli and the creme brulee. Overall it was a good meal the chop was tender and cooked to perfection, I found the ravioli good as well but felt the butter sauce overpowered the dish and the creme brulee was excellent as well. My GF got the Penne Pomodoro which was honestly quite bland and she said the pasta was a bit undercooked. Overall though the meal was pleasant! Mon Aug 31 07:46:33 -0700 2009 4991352 135061 rapsrealm 4 4992390 That sounds like my experiences with Coquine. I actually love the atmosphere (and the bartender is good), but the food is generally only ok. Never had a bad meal, but it's never as good as I want/expect it to be (especially for the price point). Glad you had a good time. Mon Aug 31 08:00:12 -0700 2009 4992356 12124 TorontoJo 1 4986265 With the price range you're in, you might enjoy Chimichanga. Nice homemade salsas, very fresh ingredients. Another thought would be Lolo, which I think does a $25 prix fixe. Fri Aug 28 11:33:36 -0700 2009 4985196 80671 Snarf 1 4992287 La Vecchia 2405A Yonge St. Tel: 416-489-0630 Menu and prices : lavecchia.ca Mon Aug 31 07:25:42 -0700 2009 4985196 121815 lamaranthe 1 5157797 Any suggestions for brunch in this area? Thanks in advance! Thu Nov 05 07:25:20 -0800 2009 4985196 93263 Yum2MyTum 2 5157881 Le Gourmand on Yonge, south of Eglinton has brunch, my friend really likes their ricotta pancakes, i think i had an eggs benny there awhile back and it was fine. service was a tad slow, but friendly. Thu Nov 05 07:54:43 -0800 2009 5157797 21259 auberginegal 3 5157923 Thanks so much auberginegal. I think this place would actually be perfect for our purposes. Cheers! Thu Nov 05 08:10:33 -0800 2009 5157881 93263 Yum2MyTum 2 5159628 La Vecchya and Amore both do brunch. And I'm sure it will reflect badly on me to say it, but I love the buckwheat pancakes at Golden Griddle! Thu Nov 05 17:34:18 -0800 2009 5157797 174519 Ediblethoughts 3 5160446 Ediblethoughts - thanks! Honestly I used to LOVE the Golden Griddle but haven't been back in ages. I'll definitely report back, regardless of where I go. Fri Nov 06 06:20:46 -0800 2009 5159628 93263 Yum2MyTum 4 5162398 It's not on the menu but I always ask for buckwheat with blueberry. I can't find that kind of pancake anywhere else in in the city! Fri Nov 06 17:39:34 -0800 2009 5160446 174519 Ediblethoughts 2 5163751 I haven't had the brunch there yet, but I've enjoyed every dinner at Jaipur Grille including last night's. http://www.jaipurgrille.com/brunch I wouldn't eat at La Vecchia again if they comped it and sent a limo for me. Never! Sat Nov 07 13:55:46 -0800 2009 5157797 12072 Googs 1 5157879 Positano near Mt. Pleasant/Soudan. http://www.positanorestaurant.ca Thu Nov 05 07:54:38 -0800 2009 4985196 1116833 Boodah 1 5169439 Mandarin is pretty nice... It's a little pricey because it's a buffet and all, but 20$ for everything- if you can cart some home doesn't sound so horrible! Tue Nov 10 04:17:06 -0800 2009 4985196 1123259 Valaekin 1 5173558 It all depends on what you have in mind? Romantic? Sports bar? Wed Nov 11 13:19:35 -0800 2009 4985196 121815 lamaranthe 2 5174072 Hi lamaranthe - I actually revived this thread recently asking specifically about brunch locales. It's me and a good friend of mine, and we're looking for good food for good value, a warm/pretty venue, and friendly service. Wed Nov 11 16:05:01 -0800 2009 5173558 93263 Yum2MyTum 1 5182316 try Balsamico - great food not too expensive & basic wine list. trying hard to get established Sat Nov 14 19:40:45 -0800 2009 4985196 1124396 choc chip 2 5184127 Any good veggie or seafood pastas? (I'm frustrated that their online menu doesn't reflect their current menu--which I understand does have pastas.) Sun Nov 15 17:41:26 -0800 2009 5182316 174519 Ediblethoughts