Zócalo
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647-342-1567
The Junction Triangle continues to pop with worthwhile new restaurants. Zócalo is one of the standouts. A daily appetizer of Canadian cheese might be a decent wedge of Guillaume Tell, a soft cow’s milk from Quebec, its subtle apple flavour coming from a rind washed in ice cider. On one visit, the rosemary-spiked caramelized onions it comes with are one example of the kitchen’s intelligent use of herbs. Roasted cauliflower hummus is disappointingly bland, especially compared with the puckeringly sour pickled carrots, green beans and cauliflower alongside. Vegetables are treated with respect, as in a saucy, hearty main of red kale and white beans. Moist cornbread and an earthy, fennel-kissed mushroom pâté are terrific accompaniments to pork meatballs swimming in a mild broth. To close, house-made pumpkin-pie pudding is aromatic and creamy, perfectly partnered with a dollop of whipped cream and chewy oatmeal cookies. The space is unadorned but cozy, made more so by generous pours of decent, well-priced wines. The only problem with the friendly, helpful server is the overwhelming smell of cigs. Closed Tuesday. Mains $10–$12.
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Brunch: Yes
Bring your own bottle: Yes
Outdoor Dining: Yes
Price Range: Dinner for $60 - $90
Editor's Star Rating: 1.5
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