What this fast food joint lacks in frills, it more than makes up for in flavour, with its delicious and authentic Caribbean fare. For about $10, their small meals come with a protein like spicy jerk chicken, crispy fried chicken or (our favourite) oxtail, and a side of rice and peas — and even their small sizes are quite filling. Round out your meal with add-ons like coleslaw, dumplings and fried plantain.

Indulge in their legendary Hungry Tata’s Lunch Plate. It’s packed with kielbasa and pierogi, stuffed with potatoes and cottage cheese, transporting your taste buds to a happier time.

Start with a well-priced appy like bruschetta or arancini before splitting a fairly large $20 pizza with your date. Cocktails can be on the pricey side, so beer and wine on tap are your best bets to keep your bill low.

The store also emphasizes eco-friendly initiatives and often has promotions that encourage sustainable shopping.

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Luckily, Toronto has plenty of them, so check out our list of top diners in Toronto to satisfy that comfort food craving.

Longo’s in-house bakery and deli sections are particularly favored by customers for their fresh and artisanal products. Indulge in the sweet side of the city by more info exploring the best bakeries across Toronto neighborhoods.

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The College Street location is just a takeout window, while the Queen Street spot has a small counter you could theoretically eat at. But we say, order on their website in advance and plan to eat elsewhere.

One of Metro’s standout features is its focus on fresh and quality produce. Their in-house bakery and deli sections are particularly popular, offering fresh bread, pastries, and gourmet deli products.

There’s lots of great pizza in the city, but we’d wager most of it isn’t served with the raucous live entertainment regularly on the docket at The Black Pearl.

You’ll find everything from classic Canadian comfort foods like poutine or burgers to fusion eats like tacos and quesadillas.

Set in a former bank, this barbecue house offers counter service of pit-smoked meats prepared over live oak fires. You’ll find everything from brisket to smoked chicken to baby back ribs and a mouth-watering list of sides. Chica’s Chicken

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