Toronto has no shortage of delicious brunch restaurants. Whether you're craving eggs benedict or a stack of fluffy pancakes, you'll find plenty of places serving up your weekend favourites.
We reached out to Destination Toronto to find out what iconic brunch restaurants are worth experiencing at least once, and these are some of the drool-worthy places that were suggested.
From classic diners to cozy hidden gems, here are eleven Toronto brunch spots you'll want to add to your bucket list.
Maha's Egyptian Brunch
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Cuisine: Egyptian
Address: 226 Greenwood Ave., Toronto, ON
Why You Need To Go: This family-run restaurant offers traditional Egyptian cuisine with sweet spices and diverse flavours. The cozy interior will make you feel right at home, and you can enjoy a range of brunch dishes, from shakshuka to beleella, a slow-cooked Egyptian wheat in whole cream milk.
The restaurant is currently closed until the end of September, but it's never too early to start planning future brunch dates.
White Lily Diner
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Cuisine: Breakfast
Address: 678 Queen St. E., Toronto, ON
Why You Need To Go: This laid-back diner serves comfort food that's worth getting out of bed for. With an all-day breakfast menu, it's perfect for those who like to sleep in but still want their morning favourites.
The menu features a range of starters from smoked salmon toast to sweet potato salad, as well as an all-day menu with buttermilk griddle cakes and a Southern breakfast.
Don't leave without grabbing some donuts, for the best way to end your meal on a sweet note.
Lazy Daisy's Cafe
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Cuisine: Breakfast
Address: 1515 Gerrard St. E., Toronto, ON
Why You Need To Go: Perhaps the most whimsical brunch spot in Toronto, Lazy Daisy's Cafe lets you enjoy a morning meal in a flower-filled paradise.
The pastel decor and cozy vibes make it a great option for a laid-back breakfast. The restaurant is known for its "famous" buttermilk pancakes and biscuits, so you'll want to add these to your order.
The colourful patio is a charming spot to sip a coffee and soak up some sun.
PASAJ
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Cuisine: Turkish
Address: 1100 Queen St. E., Toronto, ON
Why You Need To Go: Boasting the "best brunch in Toronto and some of the best pancakes in Toronto," PASAJ is a must-visit destination in the city.
Its "life-changing" menu features a range of drool-worthy dishes, from French toast with fig-walnut cream cheese to fluffy pancakes topped with pistachios.
There are also benedict-like dishes, such as shrimp and salmon, and mains like shashouka and hot hummus.
The Federal
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Cuisine: Canadian
Address: 1438 Dundas St. W., Toronto, ON
Why You Need To Go: Who's hungry? This hole-in-the-wall breakfast spot offers classic morning eats in a cozy, retro setting.
Brunch is served from 9 to 3 all week, so you don't have to wait until the weekend to enjoy a morning meal out. You can enjoy some delicious breakfast sandwiches, such as the Gold Standard Breakfast Sandwich, which comes with your choice of protein and cheesy eggs, aioli, pickles, and more.
Janelle's Kitchen
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Cuisine: Bistro
Address: 843 College St., Toronto, ON
Why You Need To Go: This locally-loved hidden gem in Little Italy is worth a visit. The warm and cozy interior is the perfect setting for a slow morning coffee.
You can dig into dishes like the quiche du jour, omelette du jour, or, for something lighter, the fresh fruit bowl. There's also French toast, a breakfast sandwich, and more.
Solkatt Cafe
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Cuisine: Cafe
Address: 679 Lansdowne Ave, Toronto, ON
Why You Need To Go: This bright and airy brunch spot is worth adding to your bucket list. It offers a range of dishes with such beautiful presentation that your phone will need to eat first.
You can enjoy Banoffee pancakes, avocado toast, cured salmon eggs benedict and more, along with a variety of specialty drinks.
Clay Restaurant
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Cuisine: Local
Address: 111 Queens Park, 3rd floor, Toronto, ON
Why You Need To Go: If you're looking for brunch with a side of gorgeous views, Clay Restaurant is the place to be. Located on the third floor of the Gardiner Museum, the venue has floor-to-ceiling windows and a patio gazing over Yorkville.
The menu consists of dishes like poached eggs, Swedish pancakes, an omelette, and more.
You can also enjoy fresh juices, tea lattes, and espresso-based drinks.
BB's
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Cuisine: Filipino
Address: 5 Brock Ave., Toronto, ON
Why You Need To Go: This hidden gem is a Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurant, so you can expect some delicious food at an affordable price here.
The brunch menu consists of Filipino fare, and you can order dishes such as Marivic's French toast, with banana, coconut dulce, mango compote, and toasted almonds, or Adobo Fried Chicken.
There are also brunch cocktails to add a bit of booziness to your morning.
Miss Likklemores
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Cuisine: Caribbean
Address: 433 King St. W., Toronto, ON
Why You Need To Go: Miss Likklemores serves up a Sunday brunch that's worth setting your alarm for. The vibrant, King West restaurant has a diverse menu that will transport you to the Caribbean.
Dishes include pancakes plantains forester, jerk bacon benedict, and shrimp & grits.
House on Parliament
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Cuisine: Pub
Address: 454 Parliament St., Toronto, ON
Why You Need To Go: If you're looking for a great weekend brunch in the city, you'll want to plan an outing to this spot. The British-inspired menu will transport you to London and features dishes like pork sausage scotch eggs, a breakfast sandwich with tomato and charred jalapeño chutney, and steak with eggs and beans.
