Novo Spa & Salon -	August 7, 2007
	3 out of 4 people found this review helpful. This Yorkville spa is a wonderful place to relax, which specializes in color therapy and specialized services. The medium-size facility is clean and spacious with numerous service rooms, offering comfortable men and women-only lounges, a tea room with complimentary tea, and a lunch menu; saunas in the change rooms, and a friendly and professional staff. The facility also features a full service hair salon on site. I went for couples' side-by-side massage, a special package that includes champagne and truffle chocolates for two, plus use of the special in-room color therapy shower. It was very relaxing and we had a great time. Change rooms include personal lockers, and they give you a very comfy robe, towel and slippers to use within the facilities. There's also a shower, and a vanity which has face cream, body lotion, deodorant, and hairspray for your use, along with hair brushes and a hair blow dryer. Prices are typical for spas in the Yorkville area, but not ridiculous, as with some spas like the Stillwater down the street. See their website for more details. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Melissa Nail -	July 8, 2007
	6 out of 8 people found this review helpful. This nice, clean new nail spa is a great place to go for a $35 manicure/pedicure. While the service is a bit brusque, the ladies here are very thoughtful and take good care of your hands and arms, feet and legs. The pedicure massage chairs all works, are well-kept, and face a widescreen TV playing MuchMusic. Service was fast, and my mani/pedicure was finished within an hour. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Everest Cafe & Bar -	July 2, 2007
	4 out of 7 people found this review helpful. Remember that Italian/French/Chinese restaurant on Seinfeld? Well, that's what Everest seems to be. Their menu is perfect for the group of diners who just can't decide between Tibetan, pizza, Thai, or "other". While not the best food I've ever had, the location is prime, right across from the Chum City building, and it sports a narrow patio (not great for large parties.) The service is fast and friendly, and the atmosphere is reminiscent of a zen-lounge/modern noodle house cum fancy restaurant. I had the Tibetan Momos--glorified beef and spinach dumplings lightly pan-fried and served with a side salad and pickled carrots that weren't really pickled. A good effort, but not terribly authentic. Prices were a little high for what you got: in the $9 to $15 range. But, really, you're paying for a great spot to people watch and enjoy drinks. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Sobeys -	June 24, 2007
	8 out of 10 people found this review helpful. This 24-hour supermarket on Dupont west of Christie is a great place to shop, especially if you need to get groceries at weird hours of the day. Their signature brand of no-name "Compliments" products are comparable, budget-friendly alternatives to like brand-name products, spanning across the aisles from fresh produce to household goods. The building is fully wheelchair accessible, and sports a good parking lot. Services include a full-service deli, fish market and butcher, and a florist's area. There's also a wine store en suite (though they only sell a limited selection of Canadian wines). One of the best features of the store: recipe cards in the fresh produce sections that recommend meals you can try. Something new and different. That way, if you ever ask yourself, "Hmm, smelt. How do I cook smelt?" all you have to do is pick up a recipe card. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Sierra Grill -	April 9, 2007
	4 out of 8 people found this review helpful. This grill serves a melange of North American cuisine, including steaks, burgers, pasta, fish, and so forth. Entree prices range around $17 to $25, and most of the meals include their all-you-can eat salad buffet - their star feature that makes the trip uptown worthwhile. The Salad Market includes dozens of choices, from a number of quality fresh-baked breads, soups, roasted vegetables, bean and pasta salads, fruit, and other gourmet fare you're more likely to find at a high-end grocer's takeout stand. You can get just the salad bar for $15, though I recommend an entree anyhow. They also have daily specials, including their Saturday prime rib special which includes a potato side and the salad buffet for $20. Sierra Grill also serves what appears to be a good selection on their brunch menu. It's a very busy restaurant, and not the best place to bring a date. They also don't take reservations after 6:30 pm. I would have given this place a 5-star review except that our party of 15 had a reservation and the hostess was harassing us and threatening to take our tables away after we'd sat down because some of our guests were late arriving. Their seating policy is not posted anywhere, and we were not informed of it over the phone. The resulting disagreement wholly unsettled my stomach and soured the entire experience for me. If not for the fabulous salad bar, I would call this place a glorified Ponderosa or a mediocre The Keg, and recommend you go to Whole Foods Market for takeout gourmet salad instead. Fortunately, the rest of their staff was helpful and friendly, and the food was satisfying. A good place to take a party of maybe no more than 6, if you don't mind the wait. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Lahore TIKA -	December 6, 2006
	3 out of 5 people found this review helpful. It's not your typical restaurant setup. It started out as a takeout counter and is expanding into a full-out gourmet restaurant, but don't be fooled by the renovations - business is still in full swing, though it'll feel like you're eating in a workman's tent or a mobile home until renos are done. Service is fast and friendly and the food is authentic, fresh, fast, cheap ($10 range) and delicious. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Las Iguana's -	November 3, 2006
	3 out of 5 people found this review helpful. Serving Tex-Mex and basic pub fare (wings and burgers), this is a nice, cozy place you can take the kids to before 9 pm, and enjoy with the guys and girls for a game any other time. Entrees go for about $7 to $10, though they do serve a basic burger for $5. I highly recommed the taco salad, served with a side of guacamole, sour cream, and salsa ($10). I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Ginger Blossom -	November 3, 2006
	4 out of 6 people found this review helpful. While the decor and presentation are beautiful, Ginger Blossom is really just a very pretty face put on mediocre but nominally authentic Chinese cuisine. If you haven't been exposed to Chinese food beyond Manchu Wok and want something a little more authentic without straying from the comforts of North American cleanliness and aesthetic standards, this is the place to go. Try the tofu and broccoli in black bean sauce. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Linuxcaffe -	October 24, 2006
	2 out of 4 people found this review helpful. This ecclectic cafe fringing the Annex and Little Italy neighbourhoods serves some fabulous coffees and this wicked hot chocolate that's just got a little something extra - cinnamon, little marshmallows...mmm. The crowd of young computer-savvy hipsters are friendly and quiet, the music funky, fresh and soothing, and it provides free wi-fi! I highly recommend it if you need a stimulating environment to get your work done in. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Faema Canada -	October 15, 2006
	2 out of 3 people found this review helpful. This Italian cafe, bar and restaurant is a wonderful place to sit and have a latte and biscotti. They've got an awesome menu with authentic Italian dishes, including a fabulous bruschetta with cheese for $7. Overall, the prices are very good. The place is spacious, but warm and cozy at the same time, and bustling with activity and noise. The tables and chairs aren't very comfy, but the casual, friendly atmosphere makes up for that. It's set up kind of like a cafeteria, but they've got full table service. Parking is also available. Great breakfast and dessert menus, too. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Green Mango -	October 4, 2006
	4 out of 6 people found this review helpful. While I've not been a big fan of the downtown restaurant, this sit-down location on the west end is very clean and comfortable with a casual to business-class atmosphere. The food is pretty mild, a good beginner's guide to Thai with just enough authenticity to pass for real Thai cuisine. Not nearly spicy enough, though. This location is also wheelchair accessible. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	The Secret of Asia -	September 1, 2006
	2 out of 3 people found this review helpful. While the food is excellent, except for the pad thai which is saucy and ketchupy against the "authentic" style of pad thai noodles, the restaurant itself is in need of some cleanup and renovation. Still, a nice place to go for a casual date, and for very reasonable prices (about $10 per entree). I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Body Blitz -	September 1, 2006
	2 out of 2 people found this review helpful. This women-only spa specializes in water treatment and body therapy. They have three pools, including a perfect-temperature hot salt pool, a green tea pool, and a cold dip pool, plus an infrared sauna and a steam room. Their bathing and vanity facilities are excellent, offering their own brand of citrus lotions, body wash and shampoo and conditioner. The facilities offer massage therapy and an excellent full and thorough body scrub that's apparently to die for. Prices are pretty high (in the $200 range), but tips are included in the fees so you don't have to factor that into your bill. A note to prudes: it's a bathing suit or birthday suit optional kind of place, so be prepared to face a lot of naked flesh. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Bar Mercurio -	August 19, 2006
	3 out of 3 people found this review helpful. This long-standing Italian bistro/bar serves some of the yummiest freshly made pasta I've ever had. With daily specials, and a menu that includes a good selection of gourmet pizzas, you're sure to find something tasty to savour with a glass of wine on their cozy front patio. The only drawback was that the food took a while on the busy Friday night we went, but it's still a nice place to go for an intimate affair or quiet celebration. I recommend the butternut squash ravioli - it's their specialty. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Canada Computers -	August 19, 2006
	2 out of 3 people found this review helpful. This is probably the most frequented, if not the best, computer store on the College Street strip. This small chain usually has very good deals on computer software, hardware, and peripherals. This particular location (recently moved from the corner of Augusta and College) is much more spacious, but still manages to be packed with customers. While their staff is knowledgeable, they're not always friendly or very good at customer service. But if you know what you're looking for, it's a great place to go. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Drake Hotel -	August 17, 2006
	4 out of 4 people found this review helpful. This swanky trendster lounge has been billed as one of the hottest places in the west end to see and be seen. It's not easy to find parking, but it is TTC accessible. What's nice about this place is the upstairs patio - a perfect place to enjoy Sunday brunch and a pitcher of their fantastic sangria. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Mr Greenjeans Restaurant -	August 17, 2006
	5 out of 5 people found this review helpful. This family-friendly restaurant located on the fourth floor of the Eaton Centre is a popular spot for large groups and small gatherings alike. They have a large menu of mainly North American cuisine, including sandwiches, pastas and entrees. I highly recommend their salads. The portions are enormous. The service can be a little slow on busy nights, so if you have a show to get to, just mention it to your waiter and they'll put a rush on your food. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Kos Cafe -	August 17, 2006
	5 out of 7 people found this review helpful. This around-the-corner greasy spoon/burger joint is a little scary at first, but the beer is decently priced and the food is just like mom's. They have a hearty all-day breakfast special for $4.95 that includes eggs, toast, hash browns, and bacon that's pretty good. The staff is friendly and the patio is spacious, though the surroundings and clientele leave a little to be desired. Still, nice place to go if you're a poor student. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Mayday Malone's Pub -	August 17, 2006
	4 out of 4 people found this review helpful. This pub-cum-sports-bar is a favourite among the student crowd, with cheap food and beer in a dingy but well-kept setting. They have half-price specials from Monday to Thursdays, including half-price Mexicana Thursdays, where you can get pretty good nachos or quesidillas at half off. The staff here are really friendly, and the food isn't too bad. It's an especially good place to go if you want to catch a game. Just don't expect gourmet dining. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Videoself -	August 13, 2006
	3 out of 4 people found this review helpful. Videoself is a relatively new concept in DVD rentals: you get a membership card with a set amount of cash on it, then go online or into the store to reserve a video. Go to the location, insert your card, and the video you've reserved pops out. While fast and efficient, the current selection at this location includes only the most recent releases, as well as the most famous classics, so no real specialization in genres. Still, it's an excellent and cheap way to rent DVDs for, say, a party. Plus, it's much cheaper if you return the DVDs within six hours of renting it. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Fresh On Bloor -	August 13, 2006
	5 out of 7 people found this review helpful. While I love my meat, Fresh on Bloor offers delicious and nutritious organic vegetarian options. They have a superb selection of smoothies and power drinks, made with fresh ingredients sure to power you up. I especially enjoyed their plain soba dish - a simple buckwheat noodle entree drizzled with tahini and topped with slivered carrots. An excellent place for something new and light. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Astoria Shish Kebob House -	May 23, 2006
	3 out of 3 people found this review helpful. This is a great place to get Greek food on the Danforth. They serve succulent kebabs and souvlaki, and perfectly grilled fish and seafood. The tatziki sauce is thick as butter, and their starter salads are enormous and served with warm pita. Be assured: you will overeat. Please note this restaurant is not wheelchair accessible. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Hui John Dr -	May 13, 2006
	2 out of 3 people found this review helpful. I've been seeing Dr. Hui since I was 8. If you're the kind of person who just wants to get their dental work done and get out, he's the guy to see. He's fast and efficient, and speaks flawless English (as well as Chinese). Please note this office is not wheelchair accessible. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Richtree Market Restaurants -	May 9, 2006
	11 out of 13 people found this review helpful. This is a great place to take out-of-towners. The basic concept of all Marche/Richtree Marketplaces is a high-class cafeteria-style indoor "marketplace" where you can pick up meals from stalls that each sell something different. You can have anything from sushi to seafood to steak, roast chicken, thai stir fry, desserts, and more. I recommend the rosti fried potatoes. This location in the BCE place is beautiful and has lots of seating, though you might end up waiting for a seat for a while - they have limits to the traffic on the floor, I think. This location also provides free parking within the BCE place - just get it validated at the cash register. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Nine West Shoe Studio -	May 4, 2006
	9 out of 11 people found this review helpful. This outlet store in North York is a bit of a journey for anyone, but is worth the trip in my opinion. The shop features only women's shoes and accessories, some of them from last year's collection, but many of which will never go out of style. They have lots of great basic shoes and sandals as well, for everyday wear. Shoe prices range around $50 and under, and they frequently have special "buy one get the second at half off" specials, or 50% to 75% off deals. The purses remain in the $75 range, but that's a steal when they originally cost three times as much. And yes, this store has its own parking lot. Just don't go at lunch on the weekdays - it's packed. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Yonge Eglinton Centre -	May 4, 2006
	7 out of 8 people found this review helpful. It's nowhere near as large as the Eaton Centre or Yorkdale, but this little plaza centre houses a 24-hour Dominion's, and Indigo bookstore, a Pickle Barrel, the SilverCity theatres, and a Toys R Us. Yonge Eglinton Centre also has a few good chain stores including Le Chateau, Cotton Ginny, Reitmans, Smart Set, and a small Jacob outlet store that is great for finding deals in. It's a pretty clean and safe mall, but it's a little maze-like, making it hard to find some of the more out-of-the-way shops. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Morba Corporation -	May 4, 2006
	2 out of 2 people found this review helpful. I love this store. If you have designs to make your apartment or house the hippest, funkiest bachelor pad or trendy cool hang-out for you and your friends, this is the place to go and get stuff to deck it out. Not only are they fully loaded with contemporary designer furniture (think Ikea meets Warhol) but they also have awesome retro gear that your parents probably had as teens. They have a great collection of globes and mobiles in the back, along with antlers and really neat stuff you can deck your walls with, and cool stuff that would make great gifts for just about anyone. Careful: it's really cramped in here, especially on the weekends. Don't bring the kids or the strollers. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Whole Foods Market -	May 3, 2006
	2 out of 3 people found this review helpful. If you're a foodie, you have to visit this gourmet food shop. You won't find cheap no name brands here - just the best in natural and gourmet groceries and produce. The displays are gorgeous, and the staff work tirelessly to make every pile of potatoes look appetizing. They have an awesome takeout counter with dozens of items you can buy by the pound if you want a gourmet meal at home without the fuss. Salads, pastas, meat, entrees, hors d'oevres, and more are expensive, but delicious. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Reagal Beagle Pub -	May 3, 2006
	1 out of 3 people found this review helpful. At first glance, it looks like your standard pub - aged wood floors, brass rails, lots of draght taps. But the menu offers up a comprehensive selection of Korean and Japanese fare, from gyoza dumplings to miso soup. So if your friend wants beer, and you want something a little healthier, this is actually a great place to go to split the deal. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Shopsy's Deli & Restaurants -	May 1, 2006
	1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. This is one of the last Shopsy's left in the city, which is a real shame. They serve awesome traditional deli sandwiches piled high with fresh cut deli meat and liberally garnished with toppings. They also serve delicious dinner dishes that are homey and satisfying. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	St Lawrence Market -	April 29, 2006
	10 out of 12 people found this review helpful. This downtown market is a must-see for all visitors and foodies. All the city's best chefs come here for the freshest and cheapest ingredients. You can get exotic and rare things like emu eggs at the weekend farmer's market, and unique meats like kangaroo, musk ox, and caribou at Whitehouse Meats. There are two levels to this place, mostly accessible from the outside by wheelchair, with lots of places you can get good eats (sandwiches, hot dogs, crepes and the like) and a shoppers' area where they sell hats, toys, scarves, and cool belly-dancing outfits. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Hot House Cafe -	April 28, 2006
	1 out of 2 people found this review helpful. They do a great Sunday brunch buffet for about $17 per person - it's a great place to take mom or dad if they like long, luxurious meals, and they serve really great pizza. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Winners -	April 28, 2006
	1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. This out-of-the-way Winners is a great location for petite people like me to find smaller sizes on great discount designer clothes. This location, located within a plaza on the Queensway (near the Etobicoke Ikea), has lots of parking and is well maintained. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	IKEA -	April 28, 2006
	4 out of 5 people found this review helpful. It's probably the only Ikea you can get to via TTC. This location even has its own TTC shuttle bus to and from the subway station. As usual, the store features mass produced designer home furnishings and accessories that you put together yourself. The showroom here isn't as grand as the out in Etobicoke, but it's still the place to go if you want to get small things, like those vases and that duvet you saw in the catalog. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Winners -	April 28, 2006
	2 out of 3 people found this review helpful. This downtown Winners location is probably the biggest one in the city, sporting two floors of mens and women's clothing and accessories. This location doesn't have a home section like the others, so don't expect to find housewares here - it's strictly clothes. The store is wheelchair accessible and is connected to a Starbucks - the perfect place for your non-shopaholic tag-along partners to wait. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Winners -	April 28, 2006
	0 out of 1 people found this review helpful. This downtown-ish Winners is good because, as part of the Dufferin Mall, there's parking. However, this particular location is smaller than some of the others in the city, and is often very thoroughly picked through. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Winners -	April 28, 2006
	4 out of 4 people found this review helpful. This was the first downtown Winners before the chain started to really thrive. Because of the relative exposure the other locations on College and Bloor Street get, this smaller store is usually overlooked by bargain hunters and often has a lot of really good deals and sizes. They don't have as much home stuff, but they have a tidy selection of everything most Winners feature. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Winners -	April 28, 2006
	1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. This Winners location at College Park is an enormous store with a very good house and home section and a fair shoe section as well. It's more difficult to find smaller sizes for women in underwear and shoes, as this is a downtown location, but you can always find something you want to get at this beautiful but hectic bargain store. Bonus feature: there's a Tim Horton's right across form the store so your bored non-shopping partner can sit and have a cup of coffee while you shop. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	A Different Booklist -	April 28, 2006
	2 out of 3 people found this review helpful. This is a great place to get books about other cultures, especially African and Carribbean traditions. The store features great fiction and non fiction, kids books, CDs, DVDs, and more. It's a small store, but they have a lot of hard to find stuff too. It's an especially good place to get resources for Black History month. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Magic Pony -	April 28, 2006
	1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. I didn't know what to make of this store at first, but it was fun just to look at all the weird stuff you can buy. They had lots of imported stuff from Japan based on odd cartoon characters; lots of art work and really cool and funky things that would make great conversation pieces in your newly refurbished loft apartment on the west end. Neato place to visit. Interesting gift ideas to go. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Nutty Chocolatier -	April 28, 2006
	0 out of 1 people found this review helpful. Love chocolate? Then you'll love the Nutty Chocolatier. They regularly give out samples of their handmade truffles and other delectable sweets that are simply to die for. They've also got a great ice cream and gelato counter, plus unique chocolate and candy-based gifts. It's a real treat to visit this "old-fashioned" styled sweet shop. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Ferret & Firkin -	April 28, 2006
	1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. It's your typical Firkin pub, serving modestly priced beer and fairly standard pub food. This location has three coin-operated pool tables - two in the back and one closer to the front - as well as Golden Tee game and a patio at the front. It's a nice place to have a drink with friends without too much distraction from the game. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Dollarama -	April 28, 2006
	7 out of 13 people found this review helpful. As with all other Dollarama's you walk in here to pick up one thing and end up buying ten. This location has a very good selection of kitchenware and arts and crafts supplies. You can get 741 mL bottles of Coke, juice, Gatorade and other brand name drinks for $1 here too. As usual, they accept cash only. Note: this location is not accessible by wheelchair. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Harbord CI -	April 28, 2006
	1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. As another of my alma maters, Harbord produces well-rounded graduates who, unlike neighbouring high schools Central Commerce and Central Technical, offer more diverse social sciences courses. The school features a swimming pool and two gyms, a weight room, a cafeteria, a very good library, and an excellent alumni association. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	The Distillery -	April 27, 2006
	4 out of 5 people found this review helpful. This is a really cool place to go if you're looking to kill a Saturday afternoon with your sweetheart. They got galleries, artisans, restaurants, food shops, performers... you name it! One of the neat things they had when I went was Segway rentals -you can rent the vertical electric scooter things to tour the area. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Lord Lansdowne PS -	April 27, 2006
	0 out of 0 people found this review helpful. My alma mater is best known for its unique and historically protected architecture. This school sports a tennis court (open to the public during limited hours) and playground, but the grounds are not usually open to the public. One drawback: the school faces the back of the nearby Scott Mission, and sometimes has some rather unsavoury lookers-on during lunchtime and recess. Still, the school is great for an inner city institution. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Sam The Record Man -	April 27, 2006
	3 out of 3 people found this review helpful. The prices here are a bit higher than what you'd pay at any of the big chain music stores, but Sam's has a lot of hard-to-find music and DVDs. Their classical section is excellent, with a very knowledgeable staff. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	BMV Books -	April 27, 2006
	0 out of 2 people found this review helpful. This BMV location is much more cramped, but still houses an awesome selection of books and DVDs. I visit this shop anytime I'm in the area - there's always something I want to get here. Don't bring the baby stroller in here - it's pretty packed. Please note the upper floor is not accessible by wheelchair. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	BMV Books, Videos & DVDs -	April 27, 2006
	2 out of 3 people found this review helpful. This is the first place I go to look for books. They have a phenomenal selection of publishers overstock, but not just crappy home decorating books - they've got gift sets and bestsellers and all kinds of cool stuff. Their used book selection is also very good, and the prices are quite low. Comic book fans and sci-fi/fantasy nerds will want to come here to see the graphic novels and comic books as well as their extensive used sci-fi section. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Zoinks Music and Books -	April 27, 2006
	0 out of 1 people found this review helpful. It's a small shop, but the selection is very good. You won't find shelves and shelves of Harlequin romances or mysteries - only great literature and other stuff worth reading, watching, or listening to. Note: they prefer paperbacks to hardcover books for trade-ins. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Bakka-Phoenix Books -	April 27, 2006
	0 out of 2 people found this review helpful. If you're a sci-fi or fanatasy junkie, or are just looking for something to tide you over until the next Harry Potter book comes out, this is the place to go. The staff here knows their books, and can easily recommend something you'll enjoy. They also have a great selection of used books, and regularly host author events. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	World's Biggest Bookstore -	April 27, 2006
	4 out of 6 people found this review helpful. It really is the world's biggest bookstore, or so I imagine. This store has an awesome selection of just about everything, since they can afford to stock their shelves with more than just the bestsellers. Their science fiction and fantasy section is particularly good. The shop also has a CD and DVD section which has some hard to find items, though you'll probably pay a bit more here than at HMV or Sam the Record Man. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Yorkdale Shopping Centre (Yorkdale Mall) -	April 27, 2006
	3 out of 4 people found this review helpful. This is a great mall, and features lots of high-end stores, including the first Apple Store in Canada. It has all your typical chain stores like GAP, Old Navy, H & M, and so forth. My suggestion for the parking lot: don't bother to drive if you don't have to. Take the TTC subway north on the University line and you'll save yourself the headache of looking for a spot. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Cafe Diplomatico & Restaurant -	April 27, 2006
	2 out of 3 people found this review helpful. This Toronto landmark restaurant serves cheap, simple but tasty pasta dishes in a casual environment. Anyone who lives in the area will tell you you have to go to 'the Dip' at some point (even if the food isn't classic Italian gourmet). It is a touch crowded inside, and you can't get reservations for the (smoking) patio, but it's still a worthy venture. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Gabby's Restaurant Group -	April 27, 2006
	0 out of 0 people found this review helpful. This is a great place to go and watch the game - there's a big projection screen in the back of the restaurant, though most of the seating in the front end of the place isn't great for watching that screen (there are lots of screens all over the place.) It also has a pretty big patio in the back that few people know about. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Best Buy Canada -	April 27, 2006
	0 out of 0 people found this review helpful. Just outside of the Scarborough Town Centre, this Best Buy has its own parking lot and can be reached from the mall after a quick walk out of Wal Mart. As with all Best Buys, the store is enormous and features the latest in audio, video, electronics, CDs, DVDs, and appliances. The weekends are usually quite busy, so it's hard to find someone to help you - try going on a weekday. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Future Shop-Yonge & Eglinton -	April 27, 2006
	1 out of 2 people found this review helpful. This Future Shop location is much larger than the downtown location, and sells CDs and DVDs in addition to all the usual Future Shop stuff. The store sports two levels; with all computer peripherals and media on the first floor and large appliances, audio, video, and electronics on the upper floor. When I can, I usually come to this location to buy DVDs as they tend to sell them a little cheaper than HMV. There's no parking by the store - you have to park elsewhere and move the car over to get your pick up if you have and large purchases, and it's not easy on Yonge Street. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Toronto Public Library - Lillian H. Smith -	April 26, 2006
	1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. This is one of the coolest branches in the Toronto Public Library system. This location houses the Merril Collection of Science Fiction and Fantasy, as well as the Osborne Children's Book Collection; researchers from around the world visit these closed but publicly accessible collections. Lillian H. Smith branch also supports the best open science fiction and fantasy sections in the city. Room rentals in the basement are available for use as well, and the building, beautifully designed and featuring a lovely echo chamber, is a delight to visit. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Future Shop-Downtown Toronto -	April 26, 2006
	1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. This Future Shop location doesn't have a whole lot of variety, and they don't sell CDs or DVDs. The upper floor is all computers and computer peripherals, while the basement features home appliances and electronics. The main floor is all audio and video equipment. This is one of the businest Future Shops, being the only real downtown locations, so expect high traffic and pretty poor service on weekends. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Silvercity Yonge & Eglinton -	April 26, 2006
	5 out of 5 people found this review helpful. As with all the major theatres, ticket prices are high, in the $12 range for evenings. What does make this location worthwhile are the stores around it - a 24-hour Dominions, a Toys R Us, and an Indigo Book Store are all very close by. It's one of my favourite theatres to go to, just because we can go shop and look at stuff afterwards. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Spring Rolls Restaurant -	April 26, 2006
	1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. This is my favourite of the Spring Rolls locations, a North American-styled restaurant that serves authentic pan-Asian food. It's a beautiful restaurant sporting a lovely water fountain and a gorgeous lower level that can be reserved for parties. The food is more expensive than what you'd get in Chinatown, but the huge portions make up for it. Try the lichee martini - they're yummy. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Spring Rolls -	April 26, 2006
	3 out of 9 people found this review helpful. This location is significantly more cramped than either the Atrium on the Bay location and the St. Lawrence Market location, but it still serves good pan-Asian food. If you intend to bring a date, though, I'd recommend going to one of the other locations: you'll have a better time getting a seat and the other restaurants have better service and atmosphere. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Massimo Pizza & Pasta -	April 21, 2006
	6 out of 6 people found this review helpful. This tiny pizzeria was my favourite place to go as a kid when I went to school nearby. They serve huge, delicious slices of fresh pizza for about $4 to $5, which is pricier than other pizza places in the area, like Amato's, but it's some of the best pizza around. I don't think I've found a place that serves a better Margherita pizza (vegetarian pizza with just cheese and herbs). There's some seating inside and a tiny patio as well. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Free Times Cafe -	April 21, 2006
	0 out of 0 people found this review helpful. Famous for it's "Bella! Did Ya Eat?" Sunday kosher-styled brunch buffets and open mike nights, the Free Times Cafe continues to serve good food at good prices. I highly recommend their a la carte Saturday brunch menu, but go early if you can - this place is hopping by noon. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Butlers Pantry -	April 21, 2006
	0 out of 1 people found this review helpful. The menu here includes dishes from all around the world, from Korean Bul Go Gi beef to goulash to curry. The dining room is warm and pleasant, and it's a great place to go when you can't decide what to eat that night, or even just want a little tea and dessert. Please note the restaurant is not wheelchair accessible. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	She Said Boom RecordsBooks -	April 21, 2006
	5 out of 5 people found this review helpful. This is a great place to find really good used books - not just piles of crappy romance and mystery novels, but an excellent selection of literature, graphic novels, and the latest bestsellers and award-winning books. They also have an excellent assortment of new and used CDs. Considering how small the store is, they pack a lot of great stuff you'll want to read in here. A local artist's art installation is featured regularly in the storefront window. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Kom Jug Yuen Restaurant -	April 21, 2006
	1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. This restaurant is pretty tiny and serves the usual Han Chinese fair, but what they're really known for is their barbecue pork. It's the tenderest, tastiest bbq pork around. Skip the dining room and get some for takeout. It's delicious. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Mcdonald's Restaurants of Canada Limited -	April 21, 2006
	1 out of 2 people found this review helpful. This is really a tiny McDonald's location that's mainly catering to take out. It does seat about 25 people, but the clientele leaves something to be desired. This location features a walk-up window on the Queen Street side that is sometimes in use but more often than not isn't: it seems to depend on how business is doing. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Mcdonald's Restaurants of Canada Limited -	April 21, 2006
	2 out of 3 people found this review helpful. It's you typical McDonalds, replete with Happy Meals, greasy burgers and addictive fries. This location features a parking lot, and a 24-hour drive through. The restaurant isn't open 24 hours, but the drive thru is, and I've seen lots of people just walk up to the window and order in the dead of night. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Seefu Hair Salon -	April 21, 2006
	6 out of 6 people found this review helpful. You can get some really cheap haircuts in Chinatown, compared to other salons in the city. They do speak English here, though not all of the staff are fluent. Haircuts usually begin with in-chair hair washing. They rinse you out in a table sink and then give you a quick neck and shoulder massage which is quite rough but invigorating. Altogether, a wash, cut and blow dry costs about $30 to $35 for women. Philip is quite good and speaks English well - I trust him to cut my hair however he sees fit. Please note, this salon is not wheelchair accessible. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Le Chateau -	April 20, 2006
	0 out of 0 people found this review helpful. If you weren't able to find your size in something at the Le Chateau inside the Eaton Centre, this is your next stop. It's a less frequented location, so it's easier to find stuff in your size (especially if you're petite). It's not as big a store as the one in the mall and doesn't have kids stuff, but at least it's not as crowded. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Le Chateau -	April 20, 2006
	2 out of 4 people found this review helpful. This Le Chateau location inside the Eaton Centre probably has the most diverse variety of clothing for men, women and kids all together in one store, so if you've been looking for it, it's probably here. The jewellery selection is good, though hard to go through on busy weekends, and they don't have as much sale stuff (weekend shoppers snatch up all the bargains quickly here.) If you're petite (under 5'3" and 130 lbs.), some of the kids clothing will probably fit you - I got a great skirt in size 14 and it still fits me! I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Le Chateau -	April 20, 2006
	1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. This is my favourite Le Chateau location. It's large and spacious and is filled with tons of great stuff. They've got a huge selection of fashion jewellery (something Le Chateau has become well-known for) and you can get all kinds of accessories here to suit your style. The men's and women's clothing are separated into two levels, with kids in an adjoining area. The only drawback is that the juice bar next door makes everything in here smell a little fruity. Otherwise, it's an excellent store. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Le Chateau -	April 20, 2006
	0 out of 0 people found this review helpful. This location is jam packed with items, much of it often on sale. The store is smallish compared to a few other locations, so it doesn't have the wide variety other stores feature, but it has most of the more popular styles. The jewellery selection is not as good here, but what they do have in their accessories section is usually on sale. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Le Chateau -	April 20, 2006
	0 out of 1 people found this review helpful. This Le Chateau location is quite a bit smaller than some of the others in the city, but their sale rack of jewellery is often quite full. This location features both mens and women's clothes, and only occassionally a few junior items. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Gap Inc (Canada) -	April 20, 2006
	1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. This Gap store features men and women's clothes only; no maternity, kids, or baby Gap stuff here. It has all the usual Gap fashion items, but among those who work in this chain in Toronto, the Queen street store is apparently the place to go if you're looking for sale stuff in your size. I often find good deals here for jeans, and I'm a size 6R or 8R. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Red Room -	April 20, 2006
	2 out of 4 people found this review helpful. The Red Room is much more spacious and classier than it's secluded Annex cousin, The Green Room, but like the first incarnation, continues to serve cheap beer and delicious North American and Asian fare. My recommendation is the deep fried tofu appetizer at about $4: it's served with a zesty tomato-like dipping sauce that makes it a great, healthy alternative to fries. Their pancake breakfast is also surprisingly good. Sandwiches, pad thai - you name it, it's cheap, the portions are huge, and it's all good. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Home Nature -	April 20, 2006
	1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. This is one of my favourite places to go to look for gift ideas and home decorating items. They have lovely sets of Japanese dishes in the $15 to $20 range that make wonderful gifts. If you want to give your home a Zen flare, they sell beautiful paper lanterns and parasols, and satin cushion covers. They also have a selection of wicker and reed furnishings, and gorgeous Japanese folding screens for around $90. Talk to the manager if you want to strike a wholesale deal. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Mountain Equipment Co-op -	April 17, 2006
	2 out of 2 people found this review helpful. If you like the outdoors, this is the place to go to get your camping gear. The store is based on a retail co-op, so you have to get a membership in order to take advantage of their low prices, but it's a lifetime membership and it's only $5. The best thing to buy here is backpacks for school and those long cross-country trips - I've never been able to wear a MEC backpack out, and they're better than paying the $75 for a Jansport or Swiss Army pack. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Bikes on Wheels Inc. -	April 17, 2006
	1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. They do it all here - repairs, sales, and more. They are adamant about bike safety and have a good selection of helmets and reflectors and lights of all kinds. They'll also do installation of any parts you buy for a nominal fee. The best part about this place: they have free air - an aerator pump is located just outside the shop so you can pump up your tires for free and go. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Chinatown Centre Shopping Mall -	April 13, 2006
	6 out of 7 people found this review helpful. This mostly Chinese shopping mall features clothing stores, lots of jewellery kiosks on the second floor, hairdressers, photo developing services, aesthetic services, and more, but it's not the Eaton Centre. Notably, the Centre does not have a single restaurant, though there is a food court on the lowest level, but eat here only if you're comfortable with low sanitation standards: this food court has been featured regularly in the media as having problems (it's not all that bad if you're used to it and want good, cheap food). I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	The Old Scott House -	April 13, 2006
	1 out of 7 people found this review helpful. This classic dining and banquet hall is mostly used for large event - we had our company's Christmas party here and the food was alright, though the staff wasn't terribly friendly. There are three main areas - two banquet rooms on the main floor, and a lounge with a bar downstairs. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Toronto Eaton Centre -	April 13, 2006
	6 out of 7 people found this review helpful. Most tourists will tell you a trip to the Eaton Centre is a day-long trip. If you plan to walk every inch of the four-floor mall, wear comfy shoes... or buy them. You'll find all the big chain stores here, including GAP, Indigo Books, Old Navy, H & M, Pottery Barn, Williams Sonoma, and hundreds of others. Cosmetic and perfume shoppers will want to go to the Sephora on the fourth floor. The mall is sandwiched between two large department stores - Sears on the north end, and The Bay's flagship store across the street on the south end at Queen Street West (it is accessible through underground passages and an overhanging bridge.) I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Dufferin Mall -	April 13, 2006
	3 out of 5 people found this review helpful. It's definitely not my favourite mall in the world, but it has been upgrading and making a lot of aesthtic improvements over the past few years. Really, I come here because there are lots of big box stores I don't have access to otherwise by TTC - Wal-Mart, Toys R Us, Winners, Dollarama, the Beer Store, Penningtons, No Frills, and this great store that sells storage solutions stuff called Solutions. The mall also has a lot of the big chain stores geared towards the younger working class crowd, like Le Chateau, Reitmans, Garage Clothing, Moore's, Tip Top, Champs, and so forth, but don't expect to find any high-end fashion boutiques like Laura or Talbots here. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	AAA Army Surplus -	April 13, 2006
	18 out of 19 people found this review helpful. This place has great army surplus gear and paraphernalia. I got a beautiful Canadian Artillery jacket for $25. They also have awesome bags and packs for around $10, rain slickers, winter coats, boots, shirts, and more, all for great prices. They have a second location just up the street on Augusta Avenue as well. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Chocolate Addict -	April 13, 2006
	0 out of 0 people found this review helpful. Handmade truffle here go for a reasonable price; it's a great shop to get chocolate and candy gifts. They have a great assortment of stuff for diabetics as well, and delectable treats in all price ranges and for all ages. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Madeleines Cherry Pie And Ice Cream -	April 13, 2006
	2 out of 3 people found this review helpful. This tiny little cafe and dessert shop is a quaint little place to have a cup of tea and a slice of pie. It's a lovely little boutique where you can get nice little sweets to have at home for dessert, and they're not even that expensive - around $1/piece. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Loblaws Supermarkets Limited -	April 13, 2006
	0 out of 0 people found this review helpful. This Loblaws location is central to the Annex and has lots of parking. It includes a Marche, Wine Store, stationery and mailing post, florist, pharmacy and housewares section. It also has a PC Financial pavilion. It's a great place to go to get everything you need for a great dinner at home. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Amato Pizza Inc -	April 12, 2006
	0 out of 1 people found this review helpful. This Amato location has a much larger dining room than most other locations, including a small patio at the front. The food here is excellent, with huge portions using fresh ingredients. I particularly like the Sandra salad. Pasta entrees range around $10. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Amato Pizza -	April 12, 2006
	2 out of 2 people found this review helpful. I love the food here. The take out pizza at the pizza counter - about $4 a slice - is so good late at night when you've just come out of the bar. Their dining room is homey but nice. The spaghetti and meatballs are just like mom makes, and their salads are fresh and crisp and perfect. They serve fresh pita bread with dipping oil and vinegar to start, and the portions are huge, so you don't need to order a lot of appetizers. They can also make you a full sized pizza to share. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	One of A Kind Pasta & Grill -	April 12, 2006
	4 out of 4 people found this review helpful. This is a great neighbourhood restaurant that serves awesome pastas at excellent prices. It's a tiny restaurant, so I recommend getting reservations. They have a great steak and lobster tail special for $20 during the weekdays - I highly recommend it. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Cyrano's Steak & Seafood -	April 12, 2006
	0 out of 0 people found this review helpful. This is a classic steak and seafood restaurant that serves delicious food in a classic, dark wood and leather setting. I recommend lobster tail - it's sweet and succulent, even if it is a little pricey. Prices here aren't all too bad, actually, and there's lots of parking nearby. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Scotiabank Theatre Toronto (formerly Famous Players Paramount Toronto) -	April 12, 2006
	3 out of 3 people found this review helpful. This huge theatre includes 13 screens, plus an IMAX theatre. They will usually have the biggest blockbusters playing on at least 2 screens at a time, but they'll also have older flicks on. As with most theatres, Paramount hosts WWE wrestling events, and has facilities for birthday parties. It also includes a bar on the premise, and over-priced concession stands including Burger King, Yogen Fruz, New York Fries, and Taco Bell. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Princess of Wales Theatre -	April 12, 2006
	4 out of 5 people found this review helpful. This is one of the most gorgeous, most ergonomically designed theatres I have ever been to. The washrooms are especially beautiful. No matter where you buy your ticket, it's going to be a good seat. If you get a chance to see a show here, bring a camera. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Tortilla Flats -	April 12, 2006
	1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. They've got great fajitas here, and they serve these enormous drinks, like 3 oz. Bloody Caesars, for $8. Every night they have a special, like 1/2 price fajitas and margaritas. It's an awesome place to go for dinner and drinks with friends. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Payless Shoesource Inc -	April 10, 2006
	1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. I only recently discovered the joys of Payless Shoes - I never used to go because I thought most of their shoes were really uncomfortable, but now they have a lot more comfortable shoes in their stock, and they're all at very reasonable prices. This location across from Honest Ed's has a very friendly staff, and the selection is fair. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Arton Beads Craft -	April 10, 2006
	4 out of 4 people found this review helpful. As one of the fashion district's longest standing bead shops, Arton is tiny but jam packed with inventory to help you make necklaces, bracelets, and jewellery. They have semi-precious stones and are always on top of the hottest items. The storekeepers can help you figure out how to make whatever you need at the cheapest price possible. Beware: weekends are impossibly busy in this store. Don't bring baby strollers in. Don't bring small children in, for that matter - there are too many shiny objects they'll want to get their hands on! I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Happy Meat Market -	April 10, 2006
	1 out of 2 people found this review helpful. It's small and dingy, but this family-owned barbecue meat market is one of the best around. It's my favourite place to get Chinese roast duck - it's tender and juicy and well-priced. They also specialize in lap cheung (Chinese sausages) and serve really awesome take out boxes with rice, vegetables, soup, and your choice of meat, all for about $6 to $8. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Rainbow Cinemas Market Square -	April 10, 2006
	6 out of 7 people found this review helpful. It's not a huge theatre, but it plays a lot of the newest flicks for way less than the Famous Players or Cineplex Odeon theatres. It's $7.50 for a regular evening show for adults, and $4.25 for Tuesdays and weekday matinees. Even the popcorn is cheap. One nice perk - they have a live pianist playing in the lobby most nights while you buy tickets. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Old Mill Inn -	April 10, 2006
	2 out of 3 people found this review helpful. I came here on Valentine's Day with my boyfriend and it was marvellous, but pricey. We got a luxury room with a jacuzzi tub for one night, plus a special Valentine's Day dinner and champagne and chocolates delivered to our room, all for abour $500. The best thing about the location, apart from the spectacular natural surroundings of the Humber Valley, is that it's located a short walk from the TTC line Just get off at Old Mill station. They also have golfing, spa, and conference facilities, so it's a really versatile accommodation. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Kim Asia Cuisine -	April 10, 2006
	0 out of 0 people found this review helpful. This is my favourite place to go for pho beef soup noodles. The portions are quite generous, and the soup base is very flavourful without the MSG aftertase you get in some other places. Prices are about the same everywhere for pho - around $5 for a "small" bowl - and this place is no exception. The place is clean and decorated nicely, though watch the floors - they're slippery going down to the bathroom. Please note: this restaurant is not wheelchair accessible. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Kim Bo Restaurant -	April 10, 2006
	1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. This is my absolute favourite place to go for Vietnamese food. It's fast, it's cheap, the service is spectacular, and though the surroundings are a little on the old and icky side, everything is good. They have great lunch menu specials for around $5 to $6. I recommend the shredded pork and spring roll vermicelli bun - they make really good spring rolls here. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Moonbean Coffee Company -	April 5, 2006
	1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. This place serves great coffee. Not only is it cheap, but it's also freshly roasted and ground on the premise. They even do roasting demonstrations periodically. One of the best things about the iced coffee drinks they serve is that the ice cubes are made of old coffee so the drinks don't get watery - they get more coffee-ey. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Exhibition Place -	April 5, 2006
	5 out of 6 people found this review helpful. Exhibition Place is the site of the annual Canadian National Exhibition (CNE); but it is also a historic fairground and convention centre. Hundreds of events take place on the site year round, from the Royal Winter Fair, to the bi-annual Clothing Show, to the One-Of-A-Kind Arts and Crafts show, and more! The location is TTC accessible, sports lots of parking, and is connected to Ontario Place as well. There is also a Toronto animal shelter location housed on the grounds, as well as Medieval Times dining and entertainment. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Art Gallery of Ontario -	April 5, 2006
	1 out of 2 people found this review helpful. The AGO is another great place to bring your out-of-town friends. It's packed with historical and contemporary art. They're undergoing a renovation right now, just like the ROM, so a few exhibits will be closed, but it's still a neat place to go. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Royal Ontario Museum -	April 5, 2006
	3 out of 4 people found this review helpful. I love going to the ROM, especially on Friday nights after 4:30pm. There are always activities, and while it's usually busy, there's something about a bustling museum that makes it that much more interesting. It's also a great place to do sketches and get ideas if you're a writer. The Bat Cave never ceases to amaze me. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	The Boat -	April 5, 2006
	1 out of 3 people found this review helpful. Dingy dives are the new cool, and this place is no Ritz. Once upon a time, it used to be a Portuguese banquet hall and restaurant. Now, the 50-year-old business is catering to a much younger crowd, serving cheap beer in a slightly historic, well-worn setting. There are no pretensions about the place, just promises of a few good stories and some great bands. It's only open for live band nights, so check concert listings first. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Payless for Everything Inc -	April 5, 2006
	3 out of 3 people found this review helpful. It's better than going to a Wal-Mart, and cheaper in some cases. They've got just about everything you need for the home at low, low prices - it's a great place for students to go get things for their apartments and dorms. The store also has an upstairs section specializing in beautiful and cheap drapes (around $30), bedding, and bathroom accessories. They've also got a great selection of shower curtains for really low prices. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Peach Berserk -	April 5, 2006
	1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. You can't get anything like the stuff they've got here anywhere else. This store makes it's own printed fabrics and then sews them into gorgeous dresses, bags, tops, accessories, and more. It's the perfect place to go if you want something really fun, funky, and unique for that special occasion. You'll have people flocking to you and asking where you got that dress. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Fiesta Farms Inc -	April 5, 2006
	9 out of 10 people found this review helpful. This neighbourhood grocery store has way better prices for produce that the nearby Loblaws. The last of a dying breed, this independent grocer has a great selection of foods, including a variety of ethnic groceries, an antipasti table, and produce, including a hearty organic section. They also have a fabulous lawn and garden centre across the street that sells stuff year-round, from Christmas trees to spring bulbs. Parking is available. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	King's Cafe -	April 4, 2006
	1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. This is a nice little Zen-like cafe that serves cheap, healthy Asian-styled vegetarian cuisine in addition to coffee and tea. It's often quite busy, and the seating is limited, but the wide open front windows letting lots of healthy sunlight in make up for the crowd. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Bellevue Diner Inc -	April 4, 2006
	0 out of 0 people found this review helpful. Just a little off the beaten track that is Kensington Market, this lovely little restaurant serves a delectable roast duck entree for around $15. It's a clean, quiet resto with a nice patio open during the warmer months. It's a great place for a first date, or a romantic dinner. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	La Palette -	April 4, 2006
	3 out of 4 people found this review helpful. As soon as you step into this little bistro, you'll be whisked away to Paris. They serve delicious authentic French cuisine, from escargots to delicate and flavourful entrees, all for very reasonable prices. It is, however, a very small restaurant, so you might want to try to make reservations ahead of schedule. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Jumbo Empanadas Limited -	April 4, 2006
	0 out of 0 people found this review helpful. This little cafe is known city-wide for their jumbo empanadas: they're cheap, they're delicious, and they're huge. These meat and veggie-filled pastries will go a long way to satisfying the munchies. They also serve tasty tamales and humitas. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	For Life Natural Foods -	April 4, 2006
	0 out of 0 people found this review helpful. It's a small store compared to some of the other natural food shops in the area, but this store features a good assortment of products, from locally grown meats and produce, to bulk nut butters and pastas and grains. You can even pick up in season herbs that you can plant and keep in your kitchen windowsill. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	St Andrew's Poultry Limited -	April 4, 2006
	0 out of 1 people found this review helpful. The poultry here is very fresh, processed right in the store. The etiquette for this store is a little odd; you can serve yourself and go behind the counter to pick your own wings, legs, and more, but there is usually also someone on staff to serve. Prices are very cheap. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	European Quality Meats & Sausages -	April 4, 2006
	1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. This is my favourite butcher and deli place. Not only do they serve quality meat and sausages, but they have a sausage and hot dog grill right in the butcher so you can enjoy a delicious sausage on a bun while you're having your steaks wrapped up. Beware - this place is absolutely crazy-packed on the weekends. My recommendation: try the polish sausage. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	House of Spice -	April 4, 2006
	0 out of 0 people found this review helpful. Everytime I walk by this place, my mouth waters, and they are't even cooking anything. They've got a great selection of different types of rice and raisins, and plenty of spices, ranging from the saffron to sea salt. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Casa Acoreana Cafe -	April 4, 2006
	0 out of 0 people found this review helpful. Winter or summer, this is the ideal place in the Market to sit, enjoy a cup of fresh coffee, and watch the people go by. As part of the decades old family business which started and still sells spices, dried goods, and bulk foods, the sons of the Pavao family have expanded their business to serve delicious beverages to the eclectic crowd that converges on the market daily. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Akram's Shoppe -	April 4, 2006
	1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. This is THE place in the Market to get fresh hummus, pita, and falafel. They also serve some really yummy baklava. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Little Tokyo -	April 4, 2006
	2 out of 2 people found this review helpful. This is a great little Japanes cultural hub where you can get videos and books, food, snacks, dishes, and more. During the warmer months, the store owners give out samples and do demonstrations outside of the store on the weekends. My recommendation: get some rice or barley green tea. It's delicious. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Progress Town Market Limited Operating Sasmart Enterprises -	April 4, 2006
	2 out of 2 people found this review helpful. This fixture in the market sells just about everything, from pots and pans to pantyhose. Decades of accumulated merchandise make this enormous store a little crowded, but it's still a fun place to browse and get cheap cookware. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Bungalow -	April 4, 2006
	0 out of 0 people found this review helpful. While this store sells vintage clothing like many of the shops in Kensington Market, it's much more spacious and comfortable than some of the jam-packed shops throughout the area, catering to a hipper, younger crowd of yuppies. The prices here are also a little steeper than most of the other vintage shops, but you can still get some great deals on stuff like prom clothes. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Arnold Layne -	April 4, 2006
	0 out of 0 people found this review helpful. If you're looking to give your apartment that nostalgic retro look, this is a good place to go. A lot of the stuff they sell is reclaimed and refurbished retro furniture, stuff you'll look at and say "didn't mom and dad have something like that?" Of course, style like this comes at a price, so beware. Still, it's nice shop to visit for a trip down memory lane. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Orbital Arts -	April 4, 2006
	2 out of 2 people found this review helpful. I love walking into this store just to get ideas. This shop features really unique refurbished furniture painted and styled after a unique theme mixing outer space and south and east Asian culture images. The stuff here is just so cool. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Tom's Place -	April 4, 2006
	1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. Tom's sells lots of great designer men's and women's suits at discount prices. You can usually bargain down a price on anything they have in store, but they'll also frequently have deals like buy three for one. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Fresh Baked Goods -	April 4, 2006
	1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. This is an awesome store to get so really unique and one-of-a-kind clothing. They specialize in handknitted sweaters, but they also have beautiful, colourful, and fun print dresses, tops, skirts, and more. The store also hosts knitting lessons. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Exile -	April 4, 2006
	2 out of 2 people found this review helpful. This is the perfect place to go to for Halloween. They've got fabulously lush feather boas for $20, and wigs of all styles and colours. Of course, you can also get some awesome vintage print t-shirts and relive the nostalgic 70s and 80s with fashions that likely came out of your closet... or your mom and dad's. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	XAM YU Seafood Restaurant -	April 4, 2006
	3 out of 3 people found this review helpful. The seafood here is very fresh - sometimes straight out of the tank. As with most Chinese seafood, prices for lobster specials and other fresh delicacies are comparatively cheap. This is one of my family's favourite places to go for dinner, even if it is a little small. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Bright Pearl Seafood -	April 4, 2006
	2 out of 2 people found this review helpful. Probably one of the best places in Chinatown West to go to for dim sum, Bright Pearl is very popular on the weekends, so go early. This traditional Chinese banquet hall is also quite popular for weddings and other large parties. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Sweet Magic -	April 4, 2006
	0 out of 0 people found this review helpful. Located within the Chinatown Centre shopping mall, this tiny, unassuming shop sells unique Chinese snacks for the adventurous muncher who's tired of chips and chocolate. Dried cuttlefish (my favourite) sells at about $6 per 100g; for something tamer, try Pocky (Japanese chocolate dipped cookie sticks), or dried mango. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Ten Ren's Tea & Ginseng -	April 4, 2006
	1 out of 2 people found this review helpful. In addition to selling tea and tea serving accessories, Ten Ren's also serves bubble tea, fruit drinks, and Hong Kong style tea-based drinks. There's nowhere to sit and enjoy these drinks, but the in-store drink stand remains very popular among the younger crowd. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Ten REN Tea CO (Toronto) Limited -	April 4, 2006
	0 out of 0 people found this review helpful. If you're looking to buy some Chinese tea, and have no idea what to get, this is the place to go. The staff here will tell you about the properties of each tea and can help you pick one to suit your needs. Prices are up there, even on their specially priced teas, but the quality is excellent - you'll never want to go back to teabags. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Furama Cake & Desserts Garden -	April 4, 2006
	4 out of 5 people found this review helpful. This Chinese bakery is set up as a serve-yourself pick and choose, making it easy to browse and take your time deciding on what you want from the more than 25 different items to choose from at any time. Buy 6 items and you don't have to pay the tax on it. It's the perfect place to pick up barbecue pork buns for lunch at about $1 a piece. There's also room to sit and enjoy a Kong Kong style tea, though it's often quite busy. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	J & S Arts & Crafts CO Limited -	April 4, 2006
	1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. Here you'll find satin Chinese-styled robes and traditional cotton kung fu outfits for reasonable prices. Their best deal is on house slippers; the brocaded ones are nice enough to wear on the town! I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	B and J Trading CO -	April 4, 2006
	0 out of 1 people found this review helpful. You can't walk in here without finding something you want to buy. It's a small store, but they have everything from toys, to beautiful handmade paper, to kitchenware. The owner, Benny, is a really nice guy, too. Talk to him if you want to work out a wholesale deal. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Double Eight Vietnamese Restaurant (Pho 88) -	April 4, 2006
	2 out of 2 people found this review helpful. While this isn't the best Vietnamese pho houses in the area, it was one of the first, and remains one of the cheapest. Vietnamese pho (beef soup noodles) is their specialty here, but they also serve a good pork chop fried rice. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	PHO 88 Vietnamese Restaurant -	April 4, 2006
	1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. While this isn't the best Vietnamese pho houses in the area, it was one of the first, and remains one of the cheapest. Vietnamese pho (beef soup noodles) is their specialty here, but they also serve a good pork chop fried rice. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	PHO 88 Restaurant -	April 4, 2006
	2 out of 3 people found this review helpful. While this isn't the best Vietnamese pho houses in the area, it was one of the first, and remains one of the cheapest. Vietnamese pho (beef soup noodles) is their specialty here, but they also serve a good pork chop fried rice. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Gold Stone Noodle -	April 4, 2006
	1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. This nearly 24-hour Hong Kong-styled noodle house has become one of the fixtures in Chinatown. They serve good, cheap, fast food, from noodles to rice. If you want to try something a little different, I recommend Yin Yang baked fried rice - fried rice topped with a creamy shrimp sauce on one side and a creamy tomato and pork sauce on the other. It takes a little longer to make, but it's delicious. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Sky Dragon Restaurant -	April 4, 2006
	7 out of 7 people found this review helpful. As with many Chinese banquet halls, Sky Dragon's revenues and reputation rely on two things: dim sum and wedding receptions. The latter I'm not familiar with, but dim sum here is a tradition with my family. Located on the 4th floor of the Dragon City shopping mall, you'll get a lovely and unique mid-riff view of the city. The prices are cheap, and they serve $1.50 dim sum weekdays from 9-11:30 a.m. and 1:30-4 p.m I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Tap Phong Trading Co Inc -	April 4, 2006
	2 out of 2 people found this review helpful. This is one of my favourite housewares stores in the city. Tap Phong sells very good quality dishes, cookware, and more at very reasonable prices. Don't bring your baby stroller in - it's a tight fit, and particularly busy on the weekends. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Dhaba Indian Excellence -	March 31, 2006
	8 out of 9 people found this review helpful. Though it's on the pricier side, Dhaba is one of my favourite Indian restaurants in the city. They serve delicious food, and the staff can recommend some excellent wines to go with your meal. The nicest thing about the place is that the chef will pop out now and again and chit chat with the customers to see if the meal is going well. Their garlic naan is light and fluffy and simply to die for with butter chicken. Please note it is not wheelchair accessible. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	King's Noodle Restaurant -	March 29, 2006
	2 out of 2 people found this review helpful. This fixture in the downtown Chinatown community has gone through several renovations, and now sports a soft, Zen like atmosphere even among the busy hustle and bustle normally associated with any Chinese noodle house. They serve an abundance of excellent traditional Chinese barbecued meats. Meals here are cheap, fast, healthy, and delicious. You can't go wrong here, really. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Asian Legend -	March 29, 2006
	4 out of 5 people found this review helpful. Don't expect fried rice and chicken balls here - this beautiful Zen-style restaurant specializes in Northern Chinese cuisine. I recommend ordering from their dim sum menu - Northern Chinese dim sum consists of some of the most savoury dumplings and delectables around. Soup-filled dumplings and onion fried pancakes are my favourite. And it's cheap! I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	PHO Hung Vietnamese Restaurant -	March 29, 2006
	0 out of 0 people found this review helpful. It may simply be a cheap, student-friendly Vietnamese noodle house, but this place has the best Vietnamese spring around. Located in the heart of Chinatown (the second of two), this Zagat-rated restaurant delivers up delicious traditional cuisine, from pho (beef noodle soup) to savoury pork and spring roll vermicelli (my favourite). The fried bananas are an excellent dessert. If you're adventurous, have a durian shake! I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Noah's Natural Foods -	March 29, 2006
	0 out of 1 people found this review helpful. Noah's has everything, from vitamins to shampoo to organic groceries. If you're looking to live a healthy, natural, green lifestyle, this is your one-stop shop. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Ends -	March 29, 2006
	1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. You won't find high end fashion apparel here, but you will find cheap socks and plain cotton t-shirts for $2 to $3. Check it out - you just might find something you need. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	PHO Hung Restaurant -	March 29, 2006
	2 out of 2 people found this review helpful. It may simply be a cheap, student-friendly Vietnamese noodle house, but this place has the best Vietnamese spring around. Located upstairs across from the ROM, this Zaga-rated restaurant delivers up delicious traditional cuisine, from pho (beef noodle soup) to savoury pork and spring roll vermicelli (my favourite). The fried bananas are an excellent dessert. If you're adventurous, have a durian shake! I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Noodle Bowl -	March 29, 2006
	3 out of 7 people found this review helpful. The food is cheap and the portions are huge, but this is very much a North-Americanized version of a traditional Asian noodle house. While many of the dishes are based on the same main ingredients, things like traditional yow guy (roast chicken) are replaced by North American barbecued chicken. Still, it's a good place to go if you're trying to ease into Asian cuisine. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Real Thailand -	March 29, 2006
	1 out of 3 people found this review helpful. The food here is phenomenal. They serve authentic Thai cuisine for very reasonable prices. Their pad thai isn't too ketchupy (one of the major failings of many Thai restaurants) and the desserts are wonderful. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Tiffany Nails -	March 29, 2006
	3 out of 3 people found this review helpful. While the surroundings are a little on the dingy side, the ladies who work on your nails are extremely proficient and fast, and the services are a mere $35 for a manicure and pedicure. Please note this salon is in an upstairs plaza, and is not wheelchair accessible. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Tokyo Sushi -	March 29, 2006
	0 out of 0 people found this review helpful. While the prices here are on the steeper side, Tokyo Sushi does an excellent job of delivering good fresh sushi. The layout of the restaurant is also conducive to quiet chatter, and doesn't feel as cramped or rushed as some of the other sushi bars on the Bloor Street West strip. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Los Incas Crafts -	March 29, 2006
	2 out of 2 people found this review helpful. This shop is filled with imported crafts, jewellery, fashion accessories and more. They have lovely scarves and pashmina shawls, and semi-precious stones for very reasonable prices. It's a great place to find a unique gift. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	SWAK II -	March 27, 2006
	1 out of 2 people found this review helpful. Unlike its now-gone predecessor, SWAK, SWAK II features gifts for grown ups. You'll find beautiful one-of-a-kind jewellery, home decorating items, and more at this shop. They also have very nice Umbra accessories. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Via Oliveto Restaurant -	March 27, 2006
	4 out of 4 people found this review helpful. I came here on Valentine's Day with my boyfriend. They have a excellent menu, though meals are a bit pricier ($15-$30 entree range). Still, well worth the visit. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Taste of Nature -	March 27, 2006
	1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. This tiny, homey shop has all the naturopathic remedies you could ever ask for. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable, and can easily recommend alternatives to your prescribed naturopathic medicines. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Bloor Super Save -	March 27, 2006
	1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. You can get everything you need at this smallish 24-hour grocery store - even firewood. It's a touch on the pricier siade, but you pay for the convenience of anytime food. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Fedex Kinko's -	March 27, 2006
	0 out of 2 people found this review helpful. This 24-hour copy shop seems like it's always busy with night owls looking to complete that report, or bind that homemade graphic novel. As with all Kinko's, the prices are a little steep, so it's best to simply ask what the cheapest and easiest way to get something done is. Fortunately, they're the experts - more importantly, they're honest experts. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Sushi Time Japanese Cuisine -	March 27, 2006
	1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. As one of the city's first real sushi restaurants, Sushi Time maintains the tradition of good, fresh sushi at low prices. The locatation on Bloor Street includes one teppanyaki table, which can be reserved for special parties. The only drawback to this place is that the cooking table will leave your clothes smelling of food, but when it's this good, it doesn't matter too much. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Risque -	March 24, 2006
	0 out of 1 people found this review helpful. This boutique features unique designer clothes for women of taste. You're bound to find something here that no one else has. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Fruitti Tutti -	March 24, 2006
	2 out of 2 people found this review helpful. This colourful wonderland of candies and confections makes you feel like... well, a kid in a candy store. Titillate your tongue and make your sweet tooth happy at this happy little sugar shack. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Grassroots Environmental Products -	March 24, 2006
	1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. Buy environmentally friendly household cleaners, toiletries, and more in bulk, drop off your used batteries and cell phones for safe dissposal, and make your home green. You can get some really great ideas and alternative solutions to gardening problems here, too. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Curbside Cycle & Inline Skate Centre -	March 24, 2006
	1 out of 2 people found this review helpful. This bike-friendly store features lots and lots of bikes and bike accessories, as well as an always busy staff of experts who can give you the low-down on what's wrong with your ride. Tip: go visit them on the weekdays - the weekends are crazy busy. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Piya's Boutique -	March 24, 2006
	0 out of 0 people found this review helpful. Featuring mainly women's apparel, this store sells beautiful cotton and linen tunics and shirts, skirts, pants, sarongs, and more. They also have some beautiful imported goods from India and Pakistan, and they sell lots of fragrant incense. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Panorea Plus Skin Care -	March 24, 2006
	0 out of 1 people found this review helpful. While the services here are pricey, and the spa is limited to a few treatment rooms, this spa and boutique gives you free samples of some of the products they recommend to you to try at home. The staff is friendly, open, and honest. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Alternative Arts -	March 24, 2006
	3 out of 3 people found this review helpful. From replica Matisse paintings, to psoters of George Bushisms, this tiny store is packed with art for everyone. You'll find the perfect thing for your living room or dorm wall here. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	The Eternal Moment Bookstore -	March 24, 2006
	1 out of 2 people found this review helpful. From statues of Bast to healing crystals, this place has just about everything you want or need to discover your new age spiritual side. It's also an excellent place to find resources about alternative lifestyles. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Outer Layer -	March 21, 2006
	0 out of 0 people found this review helpful. They've got some pretty neat stuff here. Awesome designer cards, novelty candy tins, toiletries, makeup, soaps, toys, accessories, and cool stuff for the diva or the ditz in everyone. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Watch Wizard -	March 21, 2006
	0 out of 1 people found this review helpful. They can really help you here. Have a watch strap that's just missing the little loop? Well, instead of trying to sell me a new watch strap, they attached a loop on for me. Now that's what I call good service. They also sell neat gizmos and gadgets. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Seekers Books -	March 21, 2006
	0 out of 1 people found this review helpful. One of the few remaining used bookstores in the Annex, you'll probably be able to find something you've been wanting to read, as long as you don't mind sifting through the piles and piles of books. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Wiener's Home Hardware -	March 21, 2006
	2 out of 2 people found this review helpful. As with many hardware stores, this place is jam-packed with anything and everything you could possibly need to fix, redo, build, and pretty up your home or handyman projects. Key cutting services are also available. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Annex Billiards Club -	March 21, 2006
	4 out of 7 people found this review helpful. They take their pool seriously here, though the clientele might seem young. Don't be fooled by the hoodlum crowd - strict rules and pool etiquette are observed by all. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Kilgour's Bar Meets Grill -	March 21, 2006
	1 out of 3 people found this review helpful. You wouldn't know it if you passed it, but they serve a pretty decent brunch here, in case you can't get into Mel's on Sunday. Of course, it is a bar, but the food's still good, though the atmosphere's a little dark. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Mel's Montreal Delicatessen -	March 21, 2006
	1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. This is a great place to go for Sunday brunch, if you can get a seat. Their potato hashbrowns are delicious, and they make their own rhubarb jam. The story of how the business started is incredible too, and plastered all over the restaurant. This is one proud family of restauranteurs. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	INTI Crafts -	March 21, 2006
	4 out of 5 people found this review helpful. This boutique is jam-packed with shiny objects from all around the world. The prices are quite fair for the jewellery as well. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Country Style Hungarian Restaurant -	March 21, 2006
	4 out of 5 people found this review helpful. This place is great on a cold day. The portions are huge, and it's really homey food. A touch on the greasy side, perhaps, but if you like your potatoes and a really tasty, hearty meal, I highly recommend this place. Perogies and cabbage rolls are my favourites on the menu. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Cheese Dairy -	March 21, 2006
	0 out of 0 people found this review helpful. It may be a gourmet deli and dairy, but the price you pay for their produce is well worth it. I recommend the cottage cheese. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Dooney's Cafe -	March 21, 2006
	0 out of 0 people found this review helpful. This nice little restaurant serves delicious food, but I like to go there for dessert and a quiet cup of tea. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Suspect Video & Culture -	March 21, 2006
	0 out of 0 people found this review helpful. Located in Mirvish Village (it's part of Honest Ed's, in fact), this eclectic independent video store has just about everything, from the latest releases to hard-to-find films, including some of the cheesiest B-movies ever made. They also have a grand collection of anime for rent. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Suspect Video -	March 21, 2006
	1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. This independent video rental store features a lot of cult classics and hard-to-find videos. They have a wide assortment of anime. If you can't find it at Blockbuster, you're sure to find it here. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	CD Replay -	March 21, 2006
	0 out of 0 people found this review helpful. This is a great place to go to get new and used DVDs and CDs. They have a lot of independent and hard to find discs, as well as a nice selection of the newest stuff. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Sushi On Bloor -	March 21, 2006
	0 out of 1 people found this review helpful. This is supposedly one of the better sushi restaurants on Bloor Street West, and the crowd that constantly bunches up on its doorstep seems to reflect that. The restaurant is somewhat crowded, but the food is superb. Their sushi is particularly fresh. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	CD Replay -	March 21, 2006
	1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. This is a great place to go to get new and used DVDs and CDs. They have a lot of independent and hard to find discs, as well as a nice selection of the newest stuff. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Japan Sushi -	March 21, 2006
	1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. As one of many sushi restaurants on the Bloor Street West strip, this particular establishment is small, clean, and a touch pricier that some of the others, but well worth the visit. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Tim Hortons -	March 17, 2006
	2 out of 2 people found this review helpful. This is your typical Tim's but this particular location draws a somewhat less savoury crowd. It is, however, a great place to get coffee after a concert at Lee's Palace. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Queen Video -	March 17, 2006
	6 out of 6 people found this review helpful. This independent video store has all the great new releases, as well as hard-to-find cult flicks, independent movies, old movies, and more. One-night rentals are also cheaper than most big chain video stores. Other locations include Queen Street West and Bloor Street West. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Queen Video -	March 17, 2006
	3 out of 3 people found this review helpful. This independent video store has all the great new releases, as well as hard-to-find cult flicks, independent movies, old movies, and more. One-night rentals are also cheaper than most big chain video stores. This location was the first of the chain, opening two other locations on College and Bloor. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Queen Video -	March 17, 2006
	6 out of 8 people found this review helpful. This independent video store has all the great new releases, as well as hard-to-find cult flicks, independent movies, old movies, and more. One-night rentals are also cheaper than most big chain video stores. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Secrets From Your Sister -	March 17, 2006
	1 out of 2 people found this review helpful. This lingerie boutique specializes in bra fittings. While the merchandise is on the more expensive side, you just can't pay enough for a bra that fits well. Walk-in bra fittings can be done, but they prefer you book an appointment. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Thai Spring Roll -	March 17, 2006
	2 out of 2 people found this review helpful. Serving typical Thai fare, this small, quiet, and clean restaurant is a nice place to go when all you're looking for is good food and a relaxing atmosphere. Try the deep fried bananas for dessert. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Soup It Up -	March 14, 2006
	1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. This chain of soup kitchens provides quality soup for reasonable prices. Cream of potato and leek soup makes the perfect lunch for someone who doesn't want anything too heavy. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Elixir Spa and Manicure Bar -	March 14, 2006
	2 out of 2 people found this review helpful. This small but quiet neighbourhood spa is the perfect place to go for personal service without the pish-posh attitude. For one, all their products are organic and all-natural. They're motto is "if you can't eat it, you shouldn't put it on your skin." They don't have massage therapy, but all the other services are wonderful. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Concepts Day Spa & Salon -	March 14, 2006
	3 out of 3 people found this review helpful. This clean, full-service spa is a great place to go with friends or family to enjoy relaxing, rejuvenating spa treatments. The facilities are spacious and the staff is very nice. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Paupers Pub -	March 13, 2006
	0 out of 0 people found this review helpful. This British pub features everything a British pub should - brass rails, plus carpeting, and lots of beer. The main feature of this particular bar is the rooftop bar, open during the warmer seasons. It also has a small side patio. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Mariko Japanese Restaurant -	March 13, 2006
	2 out of 4 people found this review helpful. As one of the many sushi restaurants on the Bloor Street West Annex strip, Mariko (which also has a location on the Danforth) fares quite well. It's an excellent alternative in case you can't get into your favourite sushi bar on Friday night. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Wing Machine -	March 13, 2006
	1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. The pizza's not great, but the wings are passable. This is a strictly take-out only kind of place, with a just a few window seats for eat-in customers. I do not recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Rocco's Plum Tomato -	March 13, 2006
	2 out of 2 people found this review helpful. This eclectically decorated restaurant features delicious authentic-styled Italian food, from pastas to pizzas. I recommend the seafood angel hair pasta with a nice white wine. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Bloor Food Market -	March 13, 2006
	1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. This tiny market features a sidewalk display of the freshest fruits and vegetables you just won't be able to pass up. At very reasonable prices, you'll find yourself wondering how you could have been spending so much at other large supermarkets for produce. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	P.A.T. Central Market -	March 13, 2006
	14 out of 15 people found this review helpful. This giant Korean supermarket features everything for the Korean family household, and for the dabbler looking to put some kimchi (preserved nappa cabbage) in his or her life. The best things to buy there are tubs of pre-prepared bul go gi and spare ribs, preserves, and ready-to-cook dishes. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Sun King Cleaners -	March 11, 2006
	0 out of 0 people found this review helpful. Sun King has been in business forever. They're efficient and very friendly and work hard to keep your business. The prices for having shirt and the like are very reasonable as well. I do not recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	By the Way Cafe -	March 11, 2006
	0 out of 0 people found this review helpful. This fixture in the Annex community has spilled out onto their year-round patio. They serve a delicious eggs benedict with dill sauce for brunch, though their lunch and dinner menu is primarily made up of Middle Eastern dishes. It's a little crowded within the restaurant, but cozy. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Goldfish Cuisine -	March 11, 2006
	0 out of 0 people found this review helpful. Everything here is very pretty, but the food wasn't worth the price I paid. It was tasty, though. Desserts are nicely presented as well. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Second Spin Cd's -	March 11, 2006
	0 out of 0 people found this review helpful. This is a small store, but a great place to find used CDs and DVDs. They also buy and sell video games for all the major consoles, as well as some PC games. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Tiffin Restaurant -	March 11, 2006
	0 out of 0 people found this review helpful. This little eatery doesn't look like much from the outside, but they serve authentic Indian food at great prices. Check out their lunch specials - a perfect portion of naan or rice, a dollop of salad, and your choice of curry, butter chicken, or whatever your mouth desires. They also have a gerat take out desserts counter. It's an excellent place for lunch. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Courage My Love -	March 10, 2006
	3 out of 3 people found this review helpful. The owners of the store travel all around the world looking for unique and amazing crafts, beads, jewellery, clothing, and more. I bought a longtailed coat, cumberbund, and bow tie here to wear to my sister's wedding - amazing prices. If you want some really unique prom or wedding gear, this is the place to go. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Victory Cafe -	March 10, 2006
	2 out of 2 people found this review helpful. The Vic is a long-time mainstay of Mirvish Village. It's the perfect place to meet up with friends for a beer. The upstairs portion features its own bar and frequently employs musicians for live shows. If you haven't been here before, make sure to check it out. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	George's Deli & B B Q -	March 10, 2006
	4 out of 5 people found this review helpful. Tired of deep-fried fast food chicken? Go for one of George's barbecue chicken dinner combos. Get fries, salad, and roast chicken for the whole family for a very reasonable price. Oh so good. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Trainers Fitness -	March 10, 2006
	1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. For a year-long membership, each month works out to be about $50. If you just want to get a workout and you don't worry about fancy surroundings,this is the place for you. Showers are available and they're clean and rarely used. They offer free hour-long classes as part of the membership, from kickboxing to yoga. The personal training sessions are very reasonably priced as well. Locker rentals are also available. Go in for a free pass and tour. It's worth it! I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Willow Books -	March 10, 2006
	1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. This is a great new and used bookstore. They've got a wide selection of books, including some of the most popular titles on the market. The prices here are great. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Trove -	March 10, 2006
	1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. This boutique features unique and beautiful earrings, necklaces, bracelets, handbags, and accessories for ladies at fairly reasonable prices. Original and one-of-a-kind pieces available too! I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Honest Ed's Bargain Shopping Centre -	March 9, 2006
	2 out of 2 people found this review helpful. This landmark bargain department store sells everything from groceries to TVs. Get undies for 10 cents. It's better than a dollar store. Now the home of some of Ed Mirvish's eclectic collection of antiques, the store is part shopping centre, part museum. If you've never been here, you must go in, just to see the tackiness of it all. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Red Rose Restaurant -	March 9, 2006
	2 out of 2 people found this review helpful. Most people wouldn't give this little place a second glance, which is what makes it great. Though the decor is simple, resembling something from your mom's old kitchen, the food is delicious, well-priced, and not overly extravagent. I recommend it for anyone who's a beginner at trying Indian food - they don't make anything too spicy. Butter chicken and naan is my favourite. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Nataraj Indian Cuisine -	March 9, 2006
	0 out of 2 people found this review helpful. Even though the past few years has seen Indian restaurants springing up everywhere around the city, Nataraj continues to be one of the most popular, serving some of the finest - albeit somewhat pricey - Indian food around. I recommend reservations on weekends. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	James Joyce Irish Pub -	March 9, 2006
	1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. The food isn't great, but they do great chicken wings. The pool tables give non drinkers something to do, too. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Book City -	March 9, 2006
	0 out of 0 people found this review helpful. One of the city's last independent booksellers, Book City has a great seelction of the hottest new releases, plus all the quintessential bookshelf fillers. Their bargain books tables make the trip well worth it. Check out their other locations around the city on their website. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Pizza Pizza -	March 9, 2006
	2 out of 2 people found this review helpful. This location serves standard Pizza Pizza pizza. Open late for all the after hours drinkers and clubbers. What better than a slice of pizza to cure your hangover? I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Ghazale -	March 9, 2006
	0 out of 0 people found this review helpful. Blink and you'll miss it. This tiny take out counter nestled right next to the Bloor Cinema serves some of the most delicious shwarma sandwiches I've ever had. Just pass the place and your mouth will be watering for a plate of stuffed grape leaves, or a bit of tabouli and hummus with fresh pita. There's no room to sit though - it's strictly take out. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Insomnia Internet Bar Cafe Inc -	March 9, 2006
	1 out of 2 people found this review helpful. Try their Sunday brunches - the eggs benedict is delicious. Surprisingly, the place also doubles well as a nighttime bar and lounge full of hip young trendsters. It's a great place to just hang out and be seen. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Midoco Midoco -	March 9, 2006
	2 out of 2 people found this review helpful. Art supplies for the budding Picasso in everyone! At Halloween, they've also got a graet selection of costumes and makeup. If you don't like taking your kids to the toy store, I recommend this shop to spur on their creativity as a substitute. They've got lots of arts and crafts supplies for kids too. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Starbuck's Coffee -	March 9, 2006
	0 out of 0 people found this review helpful. As with all Starbucks, the coffee is good, standard, Starbucks coffee. This location has a patio and is a WiFi hot spot as well. A little secret: there's more seating hidden in the back near the bathrooms. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Bloor Cinema -	March 9, 2006
	1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. As one of the last few independent theatres, the Bloor Cinema is a nostalgic venue complete with popcorn that isn't ridiculously over-priced and red velvet-covered seats. Running mostly older flicks, independent film festivals, and specialty films, the Bloor also regularly features cult classics like the Rocky Horror Picture Show, and Pink Floyd's Darkside/Oz. Membership is required, but it's only about $8 for the whole year, plus the price of a ticket - still cheaper than the regular theatre. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Yummy Bar-B-Q -	March 9, 2006
	1 out of 3 people found this review helpful. Just skirting the east edge of Little Korea, this fast food style Korean restaurant provides hungry students with a huge, delicious meal at a good price. I recommend the barbecue special for $10.99 to share between two or more people. Decor leaves much to be desired, as it was once a Taco Bell, but you get over that fast once you start eating. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Sonic Boom -	March 9, 2006
	2 out of 3 people found this review helpful. This huge store sells new and used CDs, DVDs, vinyl, VHS, and more. They'll take practically any CD in (though you may not get more than 25 cents for it if it's old and they get a lot of them). You could browse through their tables of the week's recently acquired CDs for hours, and find new albums at competitive prices. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Tasty Restaurant -	March 9, 2006
	1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. This family restaurant features a big screen TV in the back, making it a favourite for people looking to watch the game and enjoy a decent, non-pub-fare type meal. The prices are reasonable for what you get. They have a nice patio in the back as well. Sundays are really busy for breakfast, so beware. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Moda Fashion -	March 9, 2006
	0 out of 0 people found this review helpful. The shop owner is really nice. All the high-quality merchandise is imported from Korea, and is very reasonably priced. They also have shoes and really lovely suits and dresses for petite women. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Dragon Lady Paper Nostalgia -	March 8, 2006
	1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. This is what I'd classify as the archetypal comic book shop - brightly lit and crammed with the stuff of collector's dreams, but in an oddly comforting way. Packed top to bottom with new and collector issues, this store specializes in collectible magazine, including vintage back issues of Time, Life, Playboy, and more. It's a really neat place to go if you're looking to walk down memory lane. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Future Bakery & Cafe-Annex -	March 8, 2006
	1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. This warm cafeteria-style eatery is a student favourite, serving hearty homestyle meals and mouth-watering desserts from their lavish counter of confections. It's the perfect place to meet friends, or sit down and have a cup of coffee while watching the world go by. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Green Room -	March 8, 2006
	1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. This eclectic little bar is one of Toronto's best kept secrets. With an entrance hidden in an alleyway behind the Poor Alex theatre on Brunswick, The Green Room serves some of the cheapest and most delicious (and homey) food around. Try the Vietnamese chicken & noodle soup - it's a spicy concoction that will have your sinuses clear in minutes. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Beguiling -	March 8, 2006
	1 out of 2 people found this review helpful. This is truly the comic book store for connoiseurs. Not only do they have an extensive selection of graphic novels, but they have a stupendous number of independent comics as well. More recently, they've added volumes of manga to their stock, and the DVD collection continues to grow. They've also got an awesome book selection for the more high-minded intelligentsia. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	1000000 Comix -	March 8, 2006
	2 out of 2 people found this review helpful. Get your geek on and visit this shop! This long-standing Yonge Street store specializes in Anime DVDs, though it also sells many popular comic book titles, graphic novels, and a bevy of back issues. The action figure and toy selection is not very extensive, but what they do have is usually available at a reasonable price. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Caam United Hardware Ltd. -	March 8, 2006
	1 out of 3 people found this review helpful. This community hardware store is the perfect place to go when you don't want ot make that weekend trip out to the large and unfriedly big box store for batteries and lightbulbs. The owners are always helpful, and the shop has a good selection of just about everything. Just ask! I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Silver Snail Comic Shops -	March 7, 2006
	4 out of 6 people found this review helpful. If you love comic books, cartoons, sci-fi and fantasy, anime, role playing games... heck, if you like toys and shiny things in general, this is the place to go. The shop is a collector's paradise, showcasing thousands of comic book and graphic novel titles, collectible action figures, movie memorabilia, toys, and more. If you've never been here, go check it out. It's every nerd's dream come true. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam

	Saigon Gourmet -	March 7, 2006
	6 out of 7 people found this review helpful. As one of the few passable restaurants offering pan-Asian cuisine in the Annex area north of Bloor Street West, Saigon Gourmet's offerings are delightfully authentic, from hearty Vietnamese beef pho noodle soup, to North American-styled mainstays like chicken chow mein. The dishes cater to connoiseurs and picky eaters with slim wallets alike, and it's hard not to find something you'll like on the menu. While the attempt at modern decor ends at the bathroom, the atmosphere is bright, quiet, and clean. I recommend this place. Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report as Spam