Meagan Fava

Toronto

Food Writer at blogTO

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Linny’s Luncheonette

3 weeks ago | blogto.com | Meagan Fava

Linny's Luncheonette is a nostalgic, old-school deli specializing in hand-cut pastrami, delicately smoked fish, freshly baked knishes, and full-sour pickles. It follows the much-earned success of its sister restaurant, Linny's. Located next door to the Ossington delicatessen-meets-steakhouse, this small, fast-casual sandwich shop celebrates tradition with time-honoured fare and retro decor. The playful orange takeout counter is the centre of the action.
Tatsuro's

3 weeks ago | blogto.com | Meagan Fava

Tatsuro's is a cozy and casual Japanese-inspired eatery serving all-day breakfast, lunch, house-baked goods and specialty drinks in Toronto's east end. Between bites of pillowy milk bread dunked in silky soy broth eggs and spoonfuls of twirled pasta dressed in a ponzu carbonara, no dish is short on flavour or creativity. From kitchen colleagues to close friends to co-owners, chefs Oscar Lau and Maggie Wong dreamed of creating a space of their own.
Tha Phae Tavern

3 weeks ago | blogto.com | Meagan Fava

Tha Phae Tavern is Nuit and Jeff Regular's latest love letter from Thailand to Toronto. The duo behind the Michelin-recommended PAI is serving up the same fresh, zesty, and bold Thai flavours Torontonians know and love, only this time through snackable late-night street food fare. Inspired by one of Chiang Mai's most iconic landmarks, Tha Phae Gate, the menu features everything from crispy fried chicken with sweet and spicy sauce to garlicky, chili-laced stir-fried noodles.
Masa Deli Leslieville

4 weeks ago | blogto.com | Meagan Fava

Masa Deli, a humble sandwich shop best known for its loaded breakfast burritos, Latin-inspired tortas, and classic corned beef melts, has opened a new location in Toronto's Leslieville area. The original spot in Dovercourt Village became widely popular thanks to Toronto residents' never-ending search for the city's best breakfast sandwich.
Project Seoul

1 month ago | blogto.com | Meagan Fava

Project Seoul is a spacious new Korean cafe and coffee shop in Kensington Market. Bright and airy, with the bonus of an outdoor seating area, it serves up specialty drinks and desserts, with everything from sweet yam lattes to icy strawberry bingsu. A student study haven, the cafe is thoughtfully designed with ample seating, cozy nooks, and yes, even computer outlets.
The Coffee

1 month ago | blogto.com | Meagan Fava

The Coffee is a modern, minimalist coffeehouse that combines convenience, tech, and specialty beans. With a presence in 19 countries and over 300 stores worldwide, the King West Village location marks the global coffee chain's Canadian debut. A second Toronto spot has since opened in the vibrant Entertainment District, and a third is coming soon to Yorkville.
Casa Morales

2 months ago | blogto.com | Meagan Fava

Casa Morales is a modern Mexican restaurant from the team behind Gus Tacos in the heart of Kensington Market. A departure from the traditional Mexican fare of the fast-casual chain, Casa Morales aims to showcase regional dishes and dynamic flavours through a refined, elevated sit-down dinner experience that goes beyond the usual tacos and quesadillas. There's creamy roasted poblano soup, spicy shrimp aguachile, saucy red mole chicken, and even family-style barbacoa.
Jamil's Chaat House - blogTO - Toronto

Jan 29, 2025 | blogto.com | Meagan Fava

Jamil's Chaat House is breaking new ground with its casual fine dining approach to Pakistani-influenced food, wine and cocktails. Originally launched as a…
Toronto has a new retro listening bar serving Japanese late-night eats with a twist

Jan 28, 2025 | curiocity.com | Meagan Fava

Kensei Bar is a new vinyl bar on Dundas and Ossington specializing in expertly crafted cocktails, shareable snacks, and late-night bites. Inspired by the electrifying and bustling nightlife of Tokyo in the late 1980s, when everything was a sea of blinking neon lights and billboards, Kensei is a snapshot of the past.
There's a massive bowling alley with premium bar fare at the Well in Toronto

Jan 22, 2025 | curiocity.com | Meagan Fava

National at The Well is where entertainment meets style, offering elevated bar bites, handcraft cocktails, a six-lane bowling alley, and an arcade. From rolling strikes (or gutter balls) to grabbing a slice of New York-style pizza, battling it out at air hockey, or catching the game on one of the many screens, it’s the ultimate destination for fun, day or night. “It’s meant to be about good times and good vibes.