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dlw88

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Ontario (inc. Tor... Butcher Bone Marrow

ISO: Bone Marrow Bones

by dlw88 5 years ago

Looking for central/downtown Toronto butcher recommendations that have pasture-raised beef and bones to prepare marrow at home.

Thanks in advance.

Restaurants & Bars

Ontario (inc. Tor...

Edulis Responds to Online Review

by syoung 5 years ago

dlw88 commented 5 years ago

This is terrible.

Who does this person think she is and how has the negative review been taken down?

Is she the only restaurant owner to pour her heart into her business and receive a negative review?

Why state how much the customer paid? Why compare to the price of a restaurant in the US, which is complete BS anyway.

This reply was passed around an email chain of friends who celebrate with great meals often and I just went to catch up on the threads. Looks like Edulis has lost a few dozen customers here, most who have been a few times per year since opening. Hope it was worth it.

This is terrible.

Who does this person think she is and how has the negative review been taken down?

Is she the only restaurant owner to pour her heart into her business and receive a negative review?

Why state how much the customer paid? Why compare to the price of a restaurant in th...

Restaurants & Bars

Ontario (inc. Tor... Wedding Casual

Casual dinner for 200

by dlw88 6 years ago

dlw88 commented 6 years ago

Thank you both for replying. This would be a Friday night dinner for those coming from out of town. We're also thinking of Montecito, Patria, and Boehmer.

I would prefer a bit more casual, like a brewery or taqueria.

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Ontario (inc. Tor... Wedding Casual

Casual dinner for 200

by dlw88 6 years ago

Planning for a wedding in 2017 and have over 200 from out of town. Looking for a casual restaurant in downtown Toronto to accommodate this number and wouldn't necessarily have to be seated.
Any ideas?

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Ontario (inc. Tor...

Cava lately?

by dlw88 7 years ago

Has anyone been to Cava in 2015? Wondering what it's like with Chris McDonald no longer there.

Thanks

Restaurants & Bars

Ontario (inc. Tor... Dinner Budget

$100 for two, all in.

by dlw88 7 years ago

dlw88 commented 7 years ago

Torito is still cranking out good food? It's been a long while since I've been back, but it was my go-to those first few years that it was open.

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Ontario (inc. Tor... Dinner Budget

$100 for two, all in.

by dlw88 7 years ago

dlw88 commented 7 years ago

Four cocktails at Campagnolo costs $60. Am I sharing baguette and olives for dinner?

It's a great place, but I've never been out of there for less than $75pp.

To be more specific, I'm not looking for the secret way to spend less at an expensive restaurant. I'm looking for a place I could take a couple looking to spend no more that $100, and have them be able to choose from and enjoy most of the items on the menu.

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Ontario (inc. Tor... Dinner Budget

$100 for two, all in.

by dlw88 7 years ago

dlw88 commented 7 years ago

That's a good one! I'll add Lil Baci for a similar price.

Khoa San Road usually works.

I'm trying to comprise a list of places to meet friends. I love ethnic dives, but not exactly what I'm looking for here.

Restaurants & Bars

Ontario (inc. Tor... Dinner Budget

$100 for two, all in.

by dlw88 7 years ago

Tax, tip, one or two drinks each all included.

The list is dwindling.

Where can an enjoyable sit-down meal be had at this price in Toronto today?

...and don't suggest tacos or hamburgers!

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Ontario (inc. Tor...

[UPDATE] Vote for your favorite restaurants in Ontario for "Best of 2014"

by The Chowhound Team 7 years ago

dlw88 commented 7 years ago

Splendido
http://splendido.ca/menus/dinner/

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Ontario (inc. Tor...

Wife planning surprise guys weekend in Toronto

by nyrintoronto 7 years ago

dlw88 commented 7 years ago

Bar Isabel has a cool and hip atmosphere to YOU, maybe?

I love how you have deemed it most appropriate for people from SF and NYC. No need to explain.

Many people travel the world for special occasions AND eat economically. I'd even recommend it. It is most understandable that the host does not want to extend her guests any further than she has to, after having them come such a long way.

I think BI makes great food, but would certainly not send five 40s guys there after a hockey game.

Bar Isabel has a cool and hip atmosphere to YOU, maybe?

I love how you have deemed it most appropriate for people from SF and NYC. No need to explain.

Many people travel the world for special occasions AND eat economically. I'd even recommend it. It is most understandable that the host d...

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Ontario (inc. Tor...

Foodie dining, Yonge and Carlton area

by shocked 7 years ago

dlw88 commented 7 years ago

I have yet to have a bad meal with out of town guests at The Chase, upstairs. I do see that their prices are still climbing.

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Ontario (inc. Tor... Restaurant Openings

Branca Restaurant

by dlw88 7 years ago

dlw88 commented 7 years ago

Just read a decent intro in Toronto Life. I see they're also doing $10 Argentinian grill sandwitches and $5 pints all day this Sunday.

Has anyone tried this place out, yet?

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Ontario (inc. Tor... Restaurant Openings

Branca Restaurant

by dlw88 7 years ago

Kanida Chey at the helm, here. Menu looks interesting and straight-forward. Has anyone been?

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Ontario (inc. Tor... Ribs

Ribs that don't fall off the bone

by dlw88 7 years ago

Please help me out here!

Not everyone likes ribs that fall off the bone like a McRib.

The old school steak houses(Barbarians, La Castille, The Octagon) do a pretty good job, but I'm looking to see what else is available.

Thanks

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Ontario (inc. Tor...

Anyone been to Cluny in the Distillery yet?

by elkerette 7 years ago

dlw88 commented 7 years ago

ie. First post for sparkyandginger

Restaurants & Bars

Seattle Area Dinner

Dinner near Chihuly Garden

by dlw88 7 years ago

dlw88 commented 7 years ago

Thanks for your help! The biggest problem is that this is for July 4. It doesn't seem like much, other than the hotels, will be open. We are most definitely willing to cab, but I've called at least a dozen places and they are all closed.

Maybe Six Seven is the best option, afterall?

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Seattle Area Dinner

Dinner near Chihuly Garden

by dlw88 7 years ago

dlw88 commented 7 years ago

Should have mentioned that we are all dressed up. Taylor Oyster Bar looks like fun, but too casual for pretty dresses.

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Seattle Area Dinner

Dinner near Chihuly Garden

by dlw88 7 years ago

Anything goes, one of a few of our meals in Seattle, and on July 4. It has to be a 6pm reservation, as we have to be somewhere for 8.

Six Seven is booked as a backup. Any other suggestions are appreciated, and hoping they will be open.

Thanks

Restaurants & Bars

Manhattan

Experienced Bouley Diners

by dlw88 8 years ago

Would you recommend the tasting menu, or would two people do better by sharing 8-10 dishes on the regualr menu?

Restaurants & Bars

Manhattan Lunch

Monday Lunch - Meatpacking District

by dlw88 8 years ago

Looking for a nice, and not corporate-feeling, restaurant to take my girlfriend to for lunch. She lived in New York 5 years ago, so something newer, dare I say trending, would be ideal. We are very open-minded eaters, and just don't want anything that's too heavy.

Thanks in advance!

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Ontario (inc. Tor...

Where is Toronto's $5 plate of good food?

by ttraveller 8 years ago

dlw88 commented 8 years ago

Also agree, with a $5 filling taco two doors down. Staying with the Kensington theme, Patty King's two beef patties in coco bread fall just under $5, as well as doubles. Some small pho are still $5 downtown, too. Let's no forget The Atlantic's $3 curry, and PWYC at The Depanneur after 7:30 most weeknights.