AfarSep 21
The Family-Run Restaurants That Define Toronto’s Food Scene
From Egyptian brunch spots to Georgian comfort-food kitchens, these independently owned neighborhood mainstays serve some of the city's most memorable meals.
city's first Hakka restaurant, operated by Liu family
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- ChinatownNeighborhoodtour through restaurants telling neighborhood story
- St. Lawrence MarketMarketfood tour with family-owned Culinary Adventure Co.
- Culinary Adventure Co.Placefamily-owned company offering food tours
- Le Petit DéjeunerRestaurantfavorite for waffles and eggs Benedict
- George Street DinerCafélures brunch fans with traditional Irish specialties
- SwatowRestaurantcornerstone on Spadina Avenue known for Chaoshan beef hot pot
- House of GourmetRestaurantrun by Chen family for over three decades
- Yueh Tung RestaurantRestaurantcity's first Hakka restaurant, operated by Liu family
- KiinRestaurantThai restaurant in the MICHELIN guide
- PaiRestaurantWe’ve limited our reservations to welcome more walk-in guests to enjoy the full PAI experience.
- SukhothaiRestaurantORDER ONLINE RESERVATIONS CATERING AUTHENTIC RECIPES Experience Chef Nuit’s signature Northern Thai flavors at…
- RoncesvallesNeighborhoodknown as "Roncy Village" and "Little Poland"
- Revue CinemaSightToronto’s longest-running independent cinema
- Ari’s PlaceRestaurantlongtime diner known for all-day breakfasts
- High ParkParkpark with cherry blossoms and outdoor theater
- Café PolonezRestaurantcelebrates Polish roots with comforting classics
- Roncesvalles Polish FestivalFestivalcelebration of pierogi and polka music in September
- Maha'sCaféEgyptian brunch in Leslieville
- DanforthTrain stationdiverse food corridor, heart of Greek community
- MezesRestaurantDiscover the warmth of Mezes, a Greek restaurant in Toronto's Greektown.
- PantheonRestaurantWelcome to Pantheon Restaurant, a family-run gem serving authentic Greek cuisine since…
- Lucy EthiopianRestaurantWelcome to Lucy Ethiopian Restaurant in Toronto, where we celebrate Ethiopia…
- LalibelaBarCome visit us at 1214 Danforth Avenue or call (416) 645-0486 to make a reservation.
- TiflisiRestaurantMICHELIN Bib Gourmand recipient serving Georgian food
- Taste of the DanforthFestivalCanada’s largest street festival celebrating Greek heritage