665121 Fri Nov 06 05:02:18 -0800 2009 14 23 Ontario (including Toronto) 0 5160318 I want to try something new and can't think of much. Some ideas were Korean, Weezie's, the Pomegranate, and Vertical. Is San, the Korean place on Queen St any good? We want to spend around $50 a person. I'm open to any other ideas, we just want to eat well. Fri Nov 06 05:02:18 -0800 2009 292028 dubchild 1 5160385 Vertical is going to blow your budget. For cheap and cheerful dining I've been recommending Negroni Panini (www.negronipanini.com). Also, I think you'll be able to get in there without a rez while I might anticipate problems booking last-minute at Weezie's. I'd like more info on San too. Fri Nov 06 05:49:46 -0800 2009 5160318 60563 Rabbit 2 5161536 Vertical offers a wine region inspired menu - $45 for four courses $60 with wine pairings Fri Nov 06 12:15:11 -0800 2009 5160385 101309 LCMB 3 5161648 How were the wine pairings? Fri Nov 06 12:45:29 -0800 2009 5161536 292028 dubchild 2 5161558 I think you can do Vertical for $50 per person. They great pasta and I think if you order it in the main size the most expensive one is $25 and it is really large. Fri Nov 06 12:19:38 -0800 2009 5160385 13707 JennaBean 1 5160942 Pomegranate is pretty good but I find it a bit pricey for what it is. My Persian friend says it is one of the best in the city and it is like home cooking for her. I haven't tried the others on your list but you will probably enjoy Pomegranate Fri Nov 06 09:02:36 -0800 2009 5160318 41782 ylsf 2 5160998 There is also Darvish Restaurant Tempus 508 Yonge Street, Toronto, ON M4Y 1X9 for really good Persian food. This is slightly over your budget, but I think this is kind of fun & cool, plus there is entertainment on Fridays. Red Violin Brazillian Steakhouse http://www.redviolin.sites.toronto.com/3.shtml Fri Nov 06 09:24:01 -0800 2009 5160942 291714 babybluepowder 1 5161165 Here's a link to a recent discussion on Korean restos in Toronto http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/554393 As for San -- I can't remember where but I had heard it changed ownership and while it used to be very good it's gone downhill. Could be wrong -- would be interested in hearing from other CH-ers. Fri Nov 06 10:20:47 -0800 2009 5160318 254962 Arcadiaseeker 1 5161263 Hi dubchild - I went to Weezie's recently and my review is under Bokchoi's original post of a while ago. I enjoyed it and highly recommend! Fri Nov 06 10:52:30 -0800 2009 5160318 93263 Yum2MyTum 2 5161288 If you don't mind a little drive, you should head directly to Manna for Korean food. Bring cash or debit. It's located on Dundas, just west of where Burnamthorpe ends. There is an active thread on this casual and cheap chowfind. It's very pleasant and has dynamite food. The only alcohol served is soju, but the tea is delicious and you can dine there before heading elsewhere for drinks and dessert. Fri Nov 06 10:58:49 -0800 2009 5161263 239809 1sweetpea 1 5161362 Thanks for all the input. Weezie's only had an 8:45 reso, which didn't work with our schedule. Negroni Panini will be saved for lunch next week. The Pomegranate is still a little tempting, I just wish the pictures on their website looked more appealing. But I think we'll go to Bloor St. and see what looks nice for Korean. Arcadiaseeker, your link helped a lot. Fri Nov 06 11:17:49 -0800 2009 5160318 292028 dubchild 2 5161475 I'd go to Pomegranate's sister restaurant right beside it. Sheherzade Grill. They do more meat oriented Persian dishes - mainly kebabs. I recommend getting abgusht. Never disappointed. Fri Nov 06 11:58:30 -0800 2009 5161362 129576 radiopolitic 3 5161494 If you're headed to Bloor for Korean, I'd recommend Il Bun Ji. They have a large and varied menu. I'd suggest that you stick with the Korean choices, vs. Japanese. They are clearly Korean and that's what they do best. I love their spicy fish soups. They do a great Hwe Dup Bap and the Bi Bim Bap is good too. Bulgogi and Kalbi are cooked in the kitchen. I haven't had them. You can probably call to reserve a table, but I've found that if you arrive between 6:00 and 8:00, you'll have no trouble getting a table. The place fills up later in the evening. Fri Nov 06 12:06:20 -0800 2009 5161475 239809 1sweetpea 4 5161642 This is one of the places I was considering along with Ka-Chi, Seoul House, and Korea House. BUt since you mentioned this place, it will probably our choice. I'll try Sheherzade Grill some other night. Fri Nov 06 12:44:24 -0800 2009 5161494 292028 dubchild 5 5161965 Ka-Chi is awesome, but it's more of a homey type of place. They have the best pork bone soup and seafood pancake. Great prices and great value! Fri Nov 06 14:25:58 -0800 2009 5161642 291714 babybluepowder