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Brad’s Takeout and Eatery
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- 325 Roncesvalles Ave. (at Grenadier Rd.) • View on map »
- 416-533-2723
The word “eatery” strikes fear in the hearts of gastronomes everywhere. “What kind of place is an eatery?” they ask, unsure whether to expect cafeteria specials or greasy spoon plates. Diners less troubled by such existential dilemmas head to this casual, dual-personality brunch-and-bistro favourite. The café-style interior isn’t much to look at—paintings by local artists share the walls with bargain-basement art—but the food is very good. Breakfast brings stroller-crammed mayhem, along with tasty omelettes and crêpes. Dinner is far quieter. The small menu has no discernible starters, but the massive portion sizes render them unnecessary. Perfectly tender strip loin is nestled beside a mountain of tangy arugula salad and paprika-spiced frites. Lamb shank braised with tomato, orange and rosemary tops mashed yukon gold potatoes, rapini and carrots. Homemade carrot cake is a comforting finish.
- Closed Sunday to Wednesday for dinner
- Vegetarian
325 Roncesvalles Ave. (at Grenadier Rd.)
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