Toronto restaurants within a 5 minute walk of Spadina Station | Ratings, Reviews & Maps

We went to Hangout with friends, and the whole vibe of the place was amazing. The food was really good—especially the nachos, which came in a huge portion and tasted great. The waiters were very professional and attentive. We had a wonderful evening. Highly recommend!
Sabnoor Hassan - a month ago

We arrived an hour early for our reservation so we could catch the start of the Blue Jays game. They were super accommodating. Moved us to a private area with a kick ass TV when 7pm came Service was friendly and food was great. Our reservation was for twenty made back in May. We were celebrating 40 years since our graduation and that pub made us feel like our twenties. Great fun and I don't think we were the oldest group. There was a line up of young people at the door when we left! Great evening. THANK YOU NEIL!!
Jennifer Schoenhals - 2 months ago

Must-visit if you like pubs. The layout of the house is maze-like and really fascinating, and each room plays a different kind of music, creating a different atmosphere. The people there were very friendly, and the menu items were also not overpriced. Best of all, entry is free!
Ramit Brata Biswas - 4 months ago

I’ve been to Madison Avenue Pub a few times for meet-ups, watching soccer, and hanging out with friends—it’s always a good time. The vibe during soccer games is unbeatable, with a lively crowd and plenty of screens. The food is solid—I’ve had the fish and chips, chicken sandwich, and fries, all consistently good. Service is usually great, though it can slow down a bit when it’s really busy, which is fair. Overall, a fun, reliable spot for drinks, classic pub food, and catching the game. Definitely recommend!
Shripad Tak - 6 months ago

Came here for lunch after a class and it was a good time. The place is huge! Lots of space downstairs and upstairs. Many pool tables, juke boxes, slots, and bars to sit by. The beers were cold and smooth. I ordered a burger off the lunch menu and it was only $10!! I was shocked because I also got fries with it, you're not getting a meal at McDonald's with fries for that price, especially if you have to also order a drink like we did for the burger. The burger was decent and definitely better than the average fast food spot. I'd come back to try other things on their menu. I also had a tequila shot which they had decent options for a pub. Overall good experience I'll be back to try more.
Rameel - 9 months ago

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I grew up Italian. This is the best Carbonara I have ever had. Tiramisu was outstanding. Delicious calamari. Authentic, delicious, and wonderful service. Special treat was a visit from Nonna to check on us. We cannot wait to return!
Patricia DiCresce - a month ago

Wonderful little Italian restaurant super close to St George Subway on Bloor St. I don’t recommend going without a reservation. I ordered a gf pizza made with pesto and mushrooms. The owner came to make sure I was getting something that worked for me as I had asked for gf, no dairy and no tomato. Tough call in a an Italian place but as I can tolerate Parmesan the pesto was amazing. The pizza was piping hot and delicious Too bad they have no sorbet. Dessert is limited to two items: tiramisu and a cookie. I would go back knowing the limitations. The ambience is amazing and it’s obviously a very popular spot.
Gail Scott - 3 months ago

We had a lovely anniversary dinner here. It was our first time. The pizzas are definitely unique, we had 3 for just the 2 of us. Thin crust that's crunchy on the outside and soft once you bite in. We could tell the owner/cook puts a lot of passion into his work with the 72 hour fermented sourdough. We also had their paccheri ai frutti di mare pasta in lobster sauce, which was simply divine! We finished with some house-made panetone and tiramisu that were out of this world. The owner was kind enough to offer us a digestif with dessert! All the staff were warm, friendly and attentive. The ambiance was charming and cozy and we absolutely loved the decor. We highly recommend!
Frank Nhan - 11 months ago

Once again, after returning to Toronto, I visited the restaurant I had been to five months ago. And once again, I’m amazed by the delicious food and the vibrant atmosphere of the restaurant. This time, I brought my friends, and they were also impressed. I’m already looking forward to my next trip to Toronto so I can visit your restaurant again. I’m already drooling 🤤🤤🤤. Thank you, Francesca, Paulo, and Giuseppe – you are the loveliest!!!
Valentyna Tarta - 11 months ago

Great service. Lovely people. We had the Pizza with Goat cheese and it was deliciously good. Tiramisu was amazing as well. And the Caesar salad was one of the best.
maryam samizadeh - 2 weeks ago

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We were looking for somewhere nice to eat downtown Toronto for brunch; it can be hard to find a good vegan option. This spot truly blew our expectations! Six of us walked in, and we were shortly brought to a very comfortable booth to sit together. Bo, the manager, was our server for the day. She was so energetic, accommodating, knowledgeable, and engaging. Then when we got all the food and drinks we ordered, we couldn’t stop talking about how amazing everything tasted! Coming from two of us who weren’t even vegan or vegetarian, we were thoroughly enjoying everything we had. There was not one complain we could make. From the beginning to end, we had a blast. Thank you Bo and restaurant for a wonderful brunch visiting Toronto!
Antannia Aguilar - 2 weeks ago

We came here for brunch, but none of us were vegan. But the bright and airy restaurant was so pleasant and the food was so good that we forgot it was vegan and would definitely come again. The green juices were also very refreshing and is a must😄. Service was quick and efficient. So glaf we discovered this place!!
Kay Greenstar - a week ago

Loved it! The ube matcha was great, and not too sweet! The green smoothie was also great! I absolutely loved the cauliflower wings (we got half and half) they were so crispy! The burrito wasn’t our favourite but it wasn’t bad. Also always love a vegan poutine!
Breanna Irvine - in the last week

This is a great spot for brunch! I went with a friend (neither of us are vegan) and we both loved our meals. My bowl included “tofu steak” which had a fun texture and flavour, different from the tofu I’ve had before. I also had the fresh ginger ale from their House Made Sodas menu and it was super refreshing, very gingery! Everything was delicious.
Elizabeth Avery - a week ago

I recently went to the Fresh Kitchen on Bloor and I had the most lovely experience. Way back when Fresh was still called Juice For Life in the 90's it was my absolute favourite restaurant, and it was also one of the only places in Toronto that did amazing vegan food. I've now been living in the UK for the last 25 years and I was so happy to be able to head back to Fresh whilst visiting Toronto this Christmas. It is still awesome and my server Bo was so welcoming and helpful. I had the (vegan) peanut butter cheesecake and the new Moonstruck Powershake. Honestly, out of this world! I'm going to have to go back again today. I already know I'm going to miss their food and amazing drinks when I go back to the UK. I'll obviously just have to come back more often.
Amanda Jackson - 2 weeks ago

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whenever i feel like there's no hope in my life and everything is going wrong, i go here and get vegetarian orochong ramen with level 2 spice. it's very yummy, loaded up with lots of vegetables, and exactly the amount of spice i can handle. eating it is a visceral experience. sniffling, coughing, etc. fighting for my life. it takes my mind off of all that ails me. the best part is that despite how spicy it is, it miraculously doesn't cause me any stomach problems after. doesn't hurt on the way out. i suspect that may be because i need to drink multiple litres of water alongside the spicy broth though lol... dilutes the capsaisin and washes my worries away.
Lea Forte - a month ago

The food was absolutely delicious — no complaints at all. The staff was incredibly kind and attentive, which made us feel very welcome. The only reason I’m not giving a higher rating is because the place gets extremely hot in the summer. It really felt like an oven inside. I’d strongly recommend investing in air conditioning to make the overall customer experience much more comfortable and enjoyable
Maria Elena Rodriguez Faundez - 5 months ago

Dined here on New Year’s eve which was super cold and rainy and this warmed us right up. I’ve always been a big fan of Kenzo’s and I’m glad that this location was consistent with the others I’ve been to. Ramen is flavourful and is a good portion size. Shio is a salt-based broth but not salty, just has a nice umami. King of kings ramen is a very big portion and the spice in the soup warms the belly. I’m a fan of the noodle texture here as it’s not too overcooked and I like that they serve bamboo in the ramen as most places don’t do that anymore. We also ordered the pork katsu on the side which was very crispy and not dry at all. The portion for this was also quite generous.
Alexandria L - 12 months ago

One of the best fresh ramen dishes I’ve tasted in Toronto so far! It’s rich, and the taste is unique to Kenzo’s restaurants. The staff is super friendly and helpful, and the order arrived at the table in no time. The only downside is that it’s a small space, and there’s sometimes a wait to sit down.
Sugar B - 11 months ago

After our favourite ramen spot closed this year, we're so glad to have come across this shoppe! The food was flavourful and very satisfying, and the portions were generous. The staff is very pleasant, and were very mindful of our allergies. The atmosphere is really cozy and relaxed, too. (We could have sat there longer to relax!) Hope your experience here will be as good as ours was...
EV Palisoc - 2 years ago

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I’ve been eating here since I was young child currently 36, I got introduced to this place when I was about 15 or 16 years old, being a young Torontonian. Travelling down into the city by subway In the early 2000s. Was introduced to this location by my cousin And it has become a ritual throughout my entire life. If I go to this section of downtown, I go to Burrito Banditos. I remember when it was once called burrito boys, but the owner split up one took the Recipe. The other one took the name. I continue to go to burrito Bandito’s because it’s the recipe that matters It’s then nostalgia it’s the umami flavour that warms your heart. Eating the burrito brings back childhood memories. Makes me feel young those feelings of nostalgia come flooding in on the first bite. To this day, I choose to go to burrito Bandito’s even living in the Vaughan area we have burrito boys, but they have ruined it beyond belief because they made it a chain not the niche burrito place I remember as a kid which burrito Bandidos still to this day lives up to what I remember and it’s so rare to find a place like this I can continue to provide the best service best food Best service best atmosphere. In a modern changing evolving world, everything gets bought and sold out as a chain franchise, I am still grateful to these people for continuing to provide the best service best food since I first found it. It’s original location with Richmond and Peter and the club district of Toronto, but With an evolving city, things change things fade out and it’s upsetting because me being a young teenager and a young adult going to clubs in the early 2000s this was the go to spot for food and the portions were amazing I thank this place for all the fun memories I have of this place and it’s original location
Ivan A - 3 months ago

Staff was super nice and the burrito was really delicious. The flavour of the chicken was really nice and plenty of fresh veggies. I just got it with the works and that seemed to be the right choice. If i'm ever in the area again I will grab another one. Thanks!
Dave Lang - a month ago

Excellent service, delicious burritos. Fresh ingredients, good options and menu and for great pricing. The small is pretty big and I had the bean and cheese. I love that they have sweet peppers as a topping...tastes great. Looking forward to trying their new tofu burrito. The ladies working were pleasant even though I got there close to closing. I'll be back!
Megha Bhardwaj - 5 years ago

Been going here for over 10+ years on and off (started in around 2012 ish), and their burritos always hit the spot when the craving is there The old man always packs with meat, most of the other employees are generous with toppings and don't skimp, everything is simple no frills service, and burritos are always loaded and delicious A newer item that has shown up, the cilantro chicken (their chicken with a cilantro/mayo sauce), is my new favourite thing on the menu there
Dergen Mozer - a year ago

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This is a little hidden gem in the Annex. The chef here makes everything fresh, and delicious. I had the Laksa curry soup with chicken with two noodles and it was so good. Hot, fresh and full of flavour. If you're looking for a nice little place for Pho while in the Annex, I would highly recommend this spot. The menu has something for everyone. Don't let the sign fool you. Cute, friendly and so yummy.
Trevor Rodrigues - a week ago

A reliably satisfying neighbourhood spot for Vietnamese noodles and hearty sharing plates. The kitchen shows clear skill with traditional flavours and comforting textures, and most dishes landed exactly where they should: well-seasoned, balanced, and generous. What we ordered and verdicts - Chicken dumplings: Tender, well-seasoned filling and a light wrapper; a clear starter win. - Chicken curry: Rich, fragrant, and creamy with good depth; comfort-food level excellent. - Chicken fried rice: Fluffy rice, nicely seared bits, and properly seasoned; simple but very well executed. - Thai deep fried spicy chicken: Overly dry and over-spiced, which masked the chicken’s flavour and stood out as the lone disappointment. Service was efficient and friendly without being intrusive. Noise level was moderate and suited the vibe. Portions were generous and prices reasonable for Toronto. Most dishes offered clear value, making this a dependable choice for both solo meals and group orders.
S Bhushan - 3 months ago

Was passing by looking for something to eat at a reasonable price and came across here. I was greeted very politely and had my order taken and food served quickly. I ordered the (Small Sized) House Special Noodle Soup. The size was very filling and the broth was very delicious. Atmosphere is pretty nice, very calm and very clean. Would recommend for others to go and check it out!
Miguel Enrique Quiban - 5 months ago

There are many pho places but this is the only place I know that has laksa noodle soup!!! Had it many times……! I’ve been coming to this place for the past five years. Relaxed atmosphere. Friendly staff. Free icecream or drink for cash payment over $17. Happy customer!
Kev B - 4 months ago

I came here with my friend when we strolled around and found this place, I ordered Vietnamese noodle with fishball, cooked meat, and shrimp and my friend ordered Seafood Fried Rice. I really miss Southeast asian food, and the food here bring me back to that vibes. The portion was big and the taste was flavorful. Will comeback again later.
Zirah Suraya Balqis - 3 months ago

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This was our first time here and the food was mostly great. We ordered several sushi dishes and appetizers to share with miso soup for a light late dinner. Everything was delicious especially the BBQ eel sushi. But the chicken skewers were too dry. They weren’t juicy and tender. Very quiet ambiance which we loved and the service was fast and friendly.
Emmanuel Lopez aka Motivatorman - 3 months ago

Food is Mediocre at best, ended up feeling like if the 25 dollars I spent could've gone somewhere with better food . I would dare to compare the taste and quality of the dish I got with store bought sushi. Would never return
Emi C - 4 months ago

Really yummy food! Cozy music and environment, the personal is really nice too
Rebecca Lima - 3 months ago

I love little Japanese restaurants that look like this, because even if the food is average, the atmosphere way makes up for it. That being said, the food was good and well worth it for the lunch special (all under $20), but of course for that price you can't expect an extravagant meal. The hot udon broth hit the spot and the sushi rolls were all well stuffed and proportioned. As well, the staff/owners were very cute and friendly.
Kristin - a year ago

High quality food overall. Tasty salad. The service was great. They brought in some complimentary dishes (Edemame and Maki) while we were waiting for our bento boxes.
Azadeh Tsh - 6 months ago

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I was greeted by the friendliest welcome and a free falafel ball. The Saj wrap was absolutely delicious! Just the right amount of meat, toppings and sauce. I asked for hot sauce on the side. And then later I was offered a small cup of free lentil soup. Every customer was greeted with a warm welcome, and free goodies to try. The food was worth the visit but the atmosphere and service made this place stand out from the rest. You must try this place!
Nina S - 3 weeks ago

This place is amazing! The staff are very friendly and welcoming. The food I got (the Chicken Shawarma Pizza) tasted absolutely mind blowing. It is a bit pricey. Other than that, easy 5 stars.
Tanki - a week ago

This was, without a doubt, the single best Middle Eastern dining experience I have ever had. The food here is world-class, and the customer service is unmatched. I ordered the Shish Tawook Platter, and it was absolutely incredible. The chicken was the most delicious, perfectly seasoned, and succulent chicken I’ve ever tasted, served on a wonderful bed of the tastiest rice. Every element of the platter was flawless. The falafels were equally immaculate—crispy golden shells protecting a light, perfectly spiced center. The Beef Stuffie was an incredibly flavour packed touch on the side as well. Every single bite of the meal was pure perfection. What truly elevated this from a great meal to an incredibly memorable experience was the courtesy and warmth provided by Ahmed. His customer service was absolutely stellar. He is the most genuine guy, and his welcoming nature made the whole experience feel like coming home to a family member. It’s rare to encounter such genuine hospitality. If you are looking for the highest quality food paired with service that makes you feel valued and welcomed, you simply must visit Zaad. Thank you, Ahmed, for making my day! The Best Shawarma on Planet Earth - Truly Unforgettable! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Luvy Jawanda - 3 months ago

I visited this place yesterday and tried their falafel sandwich — it was so delicious that I came back again today with my friend! This time we ordered both the falafel and the shawarma, and everything was fresh, flavorful, and truly amazing. I also want to thank the gentleman working there for being so kind and friendly. His warm attitude made the experience even better. And a big thank you to the young guy working with him as well — they both welcomed us with such positive energy and made us feel at home. If you want great food and great service, this is definitely the place to go. Highly recommended! 💛🌯✨
Sepi - a month ago

The food is delicious, you can find so many flavors in one dish. I really enjoy it. Also All the people there are very friendly. You must try this restaurant!
Daniela Torres S - 4 months ago

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I always go here with my friends! The owner is so kind and the food is so yummy!! Everyone gotta try this. Good prices too! A hidden gem on Spadina!!!!
Kelly R - 4 months ago

Clean establishment with fast and friendly service. Get a large with all toppings, the garlic sauce is delicious. Great quick stop with yummy food.
Nari P - 3 weeks ago

I tried their beef plate loaded with rice and a variety of salad toppings. It was a solid, voluminous plate at a reasonable price. The inside of store is super hot though, so it's better as takeout or eating on their outdoor patio area.
T - 5 months ago

Food is very good. The employee named rahat is very generous and well behaved. He makes the food very attentively and according to the instructions. Their flavours are different from other shawarma places. Definitely will visit them again.
a. nafi - 3 months ago

I LOVE CHICKEN WARP!!!!! this place has the best prices and portions in the city. The food is so fresh and delicious and LOADED with the sauce. Falafel was made fresh in front of me, absolutely diabolically amazing.
Jared Sparr - 7 months ago

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I came here for lunch and ordered the DUMPLING BENTO box . Everything was delicious except the edamame beans were really cold. I wasn’t sure why when everything else was piping hot. the peanut chilli sauce is a must! They even sell merch and frozen dumplings to go. Not a lot of indoor seating, however they do have a few tables outside. The staff were not the friendliest. I first tried this restaurant at the CNE food building. I found it much tastier there. I would definitely return and recommend. They had fresh steamed buns which seemed pretty popular.
JAY KAY - 3 months ago

Got take out…. Chive dumplings with peanut sauce and the cold noodle with peanut sauce. I had to assemble everything myself, nothing was warm or presentable. They sent old congealed noodles with plastic cups of sauce. This is low grade service and the taste did not make up for their extreme lack of effort. I could have done all of this at home. Save your money for higher quality food and a business that puts care and effort into their product!
Andrew Webster - a month ago

We tried this at the CNE and it was so good that we decided to go to the real store location! We ordered two bento boxes, one with shrimp and the other with chicken - they are cooked on the spot (dumplings are pre made but they will cook them to order) The dumplings are good, the dumpling wrap is slightly on the thicker side. The noodles are amazing with the peanut and chilli sauce combined. The only downside is that the Spadina location is small - the bar stools are not the comfiest and there is no washroom at this location - I wish I had the opportunity to wash my hands before eating. This location seems to function more like a takeout restaurant - not really meant for a dine-in experience. Lovely staff!
Kerry T - 4 months ago

It is truly the simple things in life life these lovely little wontons. My heart has been so full after enjoying these little pockets of joy. The chicken soup wontons are absolutely wonderful as well as their vegan wontons with the peanut sauce. I will note this place has very limited seating but don’t let that deter you from trying some of their wontons. They also have bao buns i’ve tried in the past that are super good as well!
Aayushi Jha - 9 months ago

We chose the wonton Bento box. Very filling and very filling! The service was quick and friendly. The bento box came with 5 dumplings, noodles, edename, slaw, noodles. You get to choose your sauce and dumpling. There's a row of stools along the front window. Looking forward to returning.
Donna Jakowec - 10 months ago

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