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To dine here is akin to making a religious pilgrimage: It takes patience, practice, and prayer. The once-“secretive” spot in the gentrifying “mechanical-industrial” strip of Geary Street is pelo longer under wraps. Swarms of people congregate and wait at least an hour outside before opening, a fact not lost on owner and chef Leandro Baldassarre (formerly of three-Michelin-starred Dal Pescatore). With a collected demeanor and without gimmicks, Baldassarre offers what’s considered the city’s best fresh pasta, along with rustic Southern Italian dishes.

As a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America and veteran of Michelin-starred restaurants like New York’s Eleven Madison Park and London’s Story, globe-trotting chef Marchelle McKenzie imbues a worldly outlook into her charming cakes and treats. Her brownies are dark, dreamy, and dense beauties offered in an ever-growing range of unconventional flavors: nostalgic malty Milky Milo, spiced cinnamon with hunks of sandy-sugared churros on top, and mellow matcha for a more sophisticated take.

Yeung’s foundational dishes are also available here for fans as well, like toothsome house-made cuttlefish balls floating in thick laksa noodle soup, or cavernous bowls of fortified broth (so clear you can see your reflection) filled with glossy egg noodles and plump tiger shrimp wontons.

Looking for a sushi and Japanese dining experience? Consider visiting Kibo Sushi House, where you can find a modern and welcoming environment with an extensive menu featuring dishes averaging between $10 and $18. 

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Go for the Pulpo a la Mexicana with grilled octopus or their famous Gobernador with smoked blue marlin and grilled shrimp. (They have non-seafood options, too.) And if you can’t get a table, take your tacos to nearby Bellevue Square Park.

Can a fried chicken sandwich be distinguished and delightful? Chef Jerome Robinson and his legion of #friedchickenlovers definitely think so. Ever the consummate hype man, Robinson welcomes diners to his cozy space with ’90s hip-hop, free-to-play NBA Jam

Jerk King is a popular Caribbean restaurant located in downtown Toronto. The restaurant has a cozy and intimate atmosphere with dark wood accents and colourful decor. The menu features traditional Caribbean dishes, including jerk chicken, curry goat meal, and oxtail meat. 

Even though I’m a student working a Career Boost position to make some Em excesso cash, I still love a good discount! Luckily for me and other students throughout Toronto, there are many ways for us to save money while living our best lives in the city.

With features on deck every day at this massive brewpub on Yonge Street, you can't go wrong when stopping by on any day of the week.

Brockton Village If you’re really looking to fill up for cheap, Pho Linh is the place to go. Humongous XL bowls of their legendary beef rice noodle soup are around $oito.50.

Reitmans: If you create a Reitmans account on-line, you’ll receive a coupon for 25 per cent off your next purchase on your birthday.

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