Kensington Market Restaurants
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1. Dipped Donuts
$ | Kensington Market |These award-winning cakey brioche donuts are fried fresh in the wee hours of the morning, dipped, and then ready to fly off the shelves by the time the converted storefront opens at 8:30 am. From the milky London Fog with an Earl Grey glaze to mini salted caramel Boston Creme bombs, you just can't go wrong.
161 Baldwin St., Toronto, Ontario, M5T 1L9, Canada647-906--3668Known For
- Organic ingredients sourced from Kensington Market shops
- Vegan options
- Strong coffee from local Propeller Specialty Roasters
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2. Little Pebbles
$ | Kensington Market |Japanese perfectionism merges with French tradition at this minimalist coffee and pastry shop. The owners are always dreaming up new croissant creations like a flaky croissant cube (that needs to be seen to be believed), and the croffle, a—you guessed it—croissant/waffle hybrid prepared in a half-dozen ways, from churro-caramel sweet to ham-and-pesto savory.
160 Baldwin St., Toronto, Ontario, M5T 3K7, Canada416-792–0404Known For
- "happy hour" coffee specials from local De Mello Roastery
- Ceremonial-grade matcha imported from Japan
- Gooey mochi (sticky rice dough) stuffed with chocolate and strawberries
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3. Seven Lives Tacos y Mariscos
$ | Kensington Market |With only 10 seats, this taco joint almost always has long lines, but it's worth the wait. The menu brings the best of SoCal and Tijuana seafood together, featuring taco options like the gobernador (smoked marlin and shrimp), and a vegetarian option with corn fungus (trust us, it tastes better than it sounds).
69 Kensington Ave., Toronto, Ontario, M5T 2K1, Canada416-803--1086Known For
- Delicious shrimp-and-cheese tacos
- Range of fiery hot sauces
- Gluten-free tortillas available
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4. Via Mercanti
$$$ | Kensington Market |The thin-crust pies at this airy family-run pizzeria are authentically Neapolitan and consistently earn top marks on local (and even global) critics' lists thanks to their fresh ingredients and use of traditional methods. Pasta mains (with gluten-free options) like a fiery Naples-style rigatoni and seafood linguini may take second place but are certainly worth a look.
188 Augusta Ave., Toronto, Ontario, M5T 2L6, Canada647-343-6647Known For
- Extensive antipasti (traditional Italian appetizer) list
- Sidewalk patio
- The ciambella ripiena, a ricotta and hot soppressata--stuffed crust pie
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5. Blackbird Baking Co.
$ | Kensington Market |Hearty sandwiches stuffed with toppings like mortadella, grilled veggies, and spreads made in-house are accompanied by selections of traditional brioche buns, and creative palm-size Viennoiseries at the local legendary boulangerie. It helps to get there earlier in the day to take score of other baked delights like tomato danishes and quirky chocolate corks.
172 Baldwin St., Toronto, Ontario, M5T 1L8, Canada416-546--2280Known For
- Organic grains
- Crusty sourdough loaves
- Providing baked goods for restaurants around the city
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6. Café Pamenar
$ | Kensington Market |There's no better place for a quick espresso or another pick-me-up than at the poured-concrete walls of this uber-hip meeting spot, complete with front and back patios. Show up by night for a full-length bar menu of local and imported craft beers and an apothecary of spirits.
307 Augusta St., Toronto, Ontario, M5T 2M2, Canada647-352–3627Known For
- Extensive gin list
- Persian-influenced drinks
- Frequent evening musical programming
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7. Eat Nabati
$$ | Kensington Market |Enter a Middle Eastern paradise where vegans and the health conscious can feast on delicious mock-meat renditions of classics like chicken shawarma and beef kebabs doused in a variety of flavored tahinis, like beet and lemon. Chef Isra recreated her grandmother's Egyptian recipes so faithfully that not even she can tell them apart.
160 Baldwin St., Toronto, Ontario, M5T 3K7, Canada289-277--0008Known For
- Rotating desserts
- Everything is made fresh and worth the wait
- The rice and lentils are comfort in a bowl
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8. Film Cafe
$$ | Kensington Market |Located smack in the middle of Kensington Market, locals flock to this highly versatile cultural hub that effortlessly merges brunch restaurant, gelateria, and evening cabaret. The sprawling front and back patio make it an ideal location for soaking in local culture over an umami-rich Japanese omelet and pink sakura latte, or cocktails paired with late-night Latin-themed bites. The choices are truly endless.
230 Augusta Ave., Toronto, Ontario, M5T 2L6, Canada647-347--1913Known For
- Eclectic menu
- Film screenings
- Creative coffees, smoothies, and cocktails
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9. King's Café
$ | Kensington Market |In a neighborhood where the bohemian vegetarian lifestyle is the norm, King's Café has become a mainstay for artists, students, and young professionals seeking vegan grub with an Asian accent. The setting is a serene and airy eatery with wide windows looking out onto bustling Augusta Avenue.
192 Augusta Ave., Toronto, Ontario, M5T 2L6, Canada416-591–1340Known For
- Vegan takes on dim sum classics
- Purple rice in lovely bento boxes
- Tea and spices for sale
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10. Market 707
$ | Kensington Market |For a unique take on cheap eats, head east of Bathurst to Market 707, a strip of food stalls built out of repurposed shipping containers. Highlights include poutine at Nom Nom Nom; authentic lamb-fat-infused Damascus-style shawarmas and burgers from Chef Harwash; soul-warming Filipino at Kanto by Tita Flips; and authentic Japanese rice balls stuffed with burdock and red miso pork, along with other hearty staples from Omosubi Bar Suzume.
707 Dundas St. W, Toronto, Ontario, M5T 2W6, Canada416-392–0335Known For
- Huge variety of cuisines available
- Street-side eating
- Innovative urban design
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11. Otto's Berlin Döner
$$ | Kensington Market |Otto’s brings a nightlife-worthy spin to street snacks. The owners are former club promoters who fell in love with Berlin’s most popular street eats and set about bringing them to Toronto. You can sample shaved-meat-stuffed pita wraps, kebabs, and currywurst (sausages smothered in a ketchupy curry sauce).
256 Augusta Ave., Toronto, Ontario, M5T 2L9, Canada647-347–7713Known For
- Wide selection of beers on tap
- Berlin-style street food
- Lightning-fast service
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12. Pow Wow Cafe
$$ | Kensington Market |Chef Shawn Adler prepares dinner-plate-covering native "tacos" at his rustic 12-seater café and similarly sized front patio. Mains include piles of toppings for fusion brunch--focused dishes that incorporate everything from Indian curries, poached duck eggs, and edible flowers. If your main dish does not include fry bread, it can always be ordered on the side for the traditional experience.
213 Augusta Ave., Toronto, Ontario, M5T 2L4, Canada416-551--7717Known For
- Smoked salmon croquettes are the perfect appetizer
- The beef taco with cumin sour cream
- Guaranteed large portions
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