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Reviewed by Toronto Life
  • 2343 Queen St. E. (at Balsam Ave.) • View on map »
  • 416-699-2343
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Editorial Review

In the small, graceful room, chef Nick Drake (ex of Ki) and front-of-house partner David Salter raise the bar for the Beach, with big-hearted service and well-prepared small(ish) plates. House-made pappardelle shows a gifted hand, balancing cream, pepper and truffle oil with excellent eggy noodles. Japanese hot and sour broth floating diced tofu and slivered shiitakes is served in tandem with a slightly spicy, if somewhat over-salted eggplant soup; both deliver a gorgeous vegetal kick. ...

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    2343 Queen St. E. (at Balsam Ave.)
  • 416-699-2343

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