Natural food market, organic juice bar/cafe and vegetarian deli...the Big Carrot has something for everyone. Carnivores and vegetarians will enjoy the healthy fare at the Juice Bar Cafe. For non-meat eaters, the in store deli offers additional choices.
Price: Least ExpensiveThis New Orleans style crab house is French Quarter inspired and attracts a lively crowd. If you are in the mood for more of a scene, check this place out and count on a menu of both hearty and light options. Seafood is the focus, but carnivores are not left out.
Price: Moderately ExpensiveExpanding Quebec-based chain that offers complete breakfast and lunch fare. The decor is bright, lively and playful with colorful, child-like graphics covering the walls. Cora's has a homey, cafe feel that does not present like a chain.
Price: Least ExpensiveThis Farmers' Market is located on the Northwest corner of Dufferin Grove Park, a block south of Bloor.
Price: Least ExpensiveEdo offers fine Japanese dining in an open room featuring a long marble sushi bar. The menu caters to those who like it raw and those who prefer it cooked.
Beyond the sushi, diners can sample grilled fish, chicken and meat along with salads and more.
Price: ExpensiveThis Edo sister restaurant offers a full menu in a more casual atmosphere with a full sushi bar. There is a take-out storefront on Lonsdale Ave. Sushi, sashimi and teriyaki dishes. Bento boxes available.
Price: Moderately ExpensiveThis diner-like franchise hails from Quebec and is a traveler refuge with its big menu, large portions and affordable prices. Hearty or light, there are a number of options here. At breakfast, light eaters can count on egg white omelets, yogurt, fruit and other sensible eats.
Price: Least ExpensiveLocated near the hospital in the Pantages hotel, Fran's is a retro-style diner with vinyl booths, a long counter and other diner style decor. Despite its location in the boutique and trendy Pantages, this is a diner with a big diner-style menu. And it's open 24 hours!
Price: Least ExpensiveHiro is a financial district favorite. Sit at the sushi bar or in the low-key dining room. The relatively compact space is short on decor but long on demand from sushi aficionados. The minimalist setting is designed to let the food be the star.
Price: Moderately ExpensiveEmphasizing organic ingredients as well as an "alternative" menu for those with food sensitivities, Il Fornello has 10 locations throughout the Toronto area and this one is located in the Theatre District. All locations are upscale, comfortable and cheerful.
Price: Moderately ExpensiveIt's like a Farmers' Market on steroids with over 100 shops/stands selling everything from fresh produce to baked foods to vintage clothing and jewelry. Goods come from Europe, the Caribbean, the Middle East, South American and Asia.
Price: Moderately ExpensiveThis fully vegetarian buffet style restaurant chain is an import from Montreal. Vegans will appreciate that food selections are clearly noted as vegan, ovo, or lacto. The selection is big with over a 100 different dishes offered. It's self serve and you pay by weight.
Price: Least ExpensiveA funky cafe setting with a menu of live and organic food (e.g. nothing is cooked) that changes every 2 weeks. While the menu is limited and portions are not huge, serious health addicts and those who just like to try something different will have fun here.
Price: Moderately ExpensiveThis market style food emporium is perfect for those who like to customize or are in a hurry. The self-serve salad bar and food stations offer variety for all eaters. Dine in, or get it to go. Keep in mind that the Delta Chelsea is also host to several other dining options.
Price: Least ExpensiveThis is a gourmet and specialty food store offering pastries, breads, and a selection of prepared dishes.
Salads, fish, meat entrees, crepes, veggies and more are all offered at the prepared food counter. Plenty of vegetarian options as well.
Price: Least ExpensiveThis warm, casual, welcoming restaurant offers fresh seasonal Mediterranean/Italian inspired cuisine. The menu is not huge and is heartier than some, but smart ordering will yield a healthy meal. The outdoor patio attracts a lively lunch crowd May through August.
Price: Moderately ExpensiveThis cafe/food market offers fresh vegetarian cuisine from hot meals to cold salads and pastries as well as fast food. You will also find vitamin and herbal supplements and energy bars. The food court location in First Canadian Place means healthy to-go eats fast.
Price: Least ExpensiveOrganic and natural food market offering produce, meals to go, 50 different juices and vegetarian and vegan foods.
Mainly a grocer, but does offer ready to go food as well.
Open daily
Just as the name implies, breakfast is the favored meal here and it's available until 4 pm daily. The Bloor street address and proximity to the U. of T. means it gets busy.
Price: Least ExpensiveThis take-out only joint offers vegan & vegetarian fare at inexpensive prices. Along with a full line-up of juices and smoothies, the take-out menu offers tofu sandwiches, hummus wraps with veggies, grilled vegan cheese sandwich and large salads (beet, quinoa, greens).
Located in the heart of downtown near the CN Tower, convention center and numerous hotels, this Chipotle like eatery offers fresh Mexican eats fast. It's an upscale fast food joint. Hearty eaters have plenty to choose from, and light eaters will likely favor the "burritos in the buff."
Price: Least ExpensiveSenses' streamlined, contemporary, serene and very stylish dining room serves gourmet creations that alter with the seasons. The intimate room seats 36. The attached Bakery store and café offer a quicker and less expensive option for those on a time/money budget.
Price: Moderately ExpensiveThe Tuscan inspired dining room is upscale and casual. Wood tables, warm colored walls, interesting art create a pleasant setting for reliable pizza, pastas, salads and more.
Price: Moderately ExpensiveThis is a Pan Asian/Thai food eatery with a healthy attitude. The ambiance is casual yet stylish. Good spot for solo diners.
The menu includes salads and lighter fare, nearly a dozen different spring rolls, soups, traditional Thai cuisine, wok dishes, and a few grilled entrées.
Price: Least ExpensiveThis is a Pan Asian/Thai food eatery with a healthy attitude. The ambiance is casual yet stylish. Good spot for solo diners.
The menu includes salads and lighter fare, nearly a dozen different spring rolls, soups, traditional Thai cuisine, wok dishes, and a few grilled entrées.
Price: Least ExpensiveThis is a Pan Asian/Thai food eatery with a healthy attitude. The ambiance is casual yet stylish. Good spot for solo diners.
The menu includes salads and lighter fare, nearly a dozen different spring rolls, soups, traditional Thai cuisine, wok dishes, and a few grilled entrées.
Price: Least ExpensiveThis is a Pan Asian/Thai food eatery with a healthy attitude. The ambiance is casual yet stylish. Good spot for solo diners.
The menu includes salads and lighter fare, nearly a dozen different spring rolls, soups, traditional Thai cuisine, wok dishes, and a few grilled entrées.
Price: Least ExpensiveThis market, located in the "Old Town of York", covers two buildings and boasts over 50 specialty vendors selling produce, meat, fish, grains, baked goods and dairy.
Price: Least ExpensiveAlong with gourmet and everyday grocery items, this market also boasts a full service kitchen that turns out all sorts of prepared foods.
Price: Least ExpensiveTrattoria Nervosa is located in a two-story house in the midst of the popular Yorkville shopping area. The Italian eatery's open kitchen emphasizes organic produce, free-range meat and other wholesome ingredients.
Price: Moderately ExpensiveTundra offers Canadian inspired cuisine in a modern, sophisticated and definitely upscale environment. It's artsy and Zen. Come for breakfast or lunch for lighter fare and dinner for a more gourmet experience.
Price: ExpensiveIt's a vegetarian and vegan haven in a casual and warm atmosphere with soft lighting. The menu offers plenty of veggies, tempeh, and tofu with an Asian influence. Take out is also an option here.
Price: Least ExpensiveCome for the healthy prepared foods and fresh salad bar. This location is a bit cozy...but all your gourmet goodies are here.
Open weekdays 9a to 10p and until 9p Sat/Sun
Price: Least Expensive