Located in Toronto's sleepy Leslieville neighborhood, this Polish-owned snack bar offers a selection of coffee, soups, and traditional baked goods and delicacies for breakfast, brunch, and lunch.
Blond wood tables and pared-back Icelandic decor set a low-key scene for dinner. The kitchen turns out grilled lamb, Arctic char, and cod with seasonal vegetables and layered sauces.
Ornate, multi-level dining room next to Carnegie Hall, filled with red leather banquettes, gold fixtures, and year-round Christmas decor. The menu is classic Russo-Continental – think borscht, caviar service, and formal afternoon tea.
Sophisticated neighborhood spot focused on the rich, meat-forward cuisine of Portugal's Alentejo region. Classics like stewed partridge and shark soup are the specialty; book well in advance as tables are notoriously hard to get.
