Restaurant Comings & Goings

[AlbertC]

Pompette at 597 College Street are closing after 4 years in business. They were one of restaurants that were mentioned on the Michelin Bib Gourmand list.

However, the team behind Pompette have plans to reopen with a new concept to be announced later:

Michelin-recommended French restaurant is closing after four years

Located in Little Italy, Pompette burst onto the scene four years ago to much fanfare. and even snagged a spot in the 2022 Michelin Guide.

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[Northern Light]

Good review; I still haven't made it down here yet, I will have to do that soon!

I made my first visit here, and elected to try the Stuffed Naan at Karak.

Karak | Stuffed Naan & Chai Cafe | Halal Pakistani Restaurant in Mississauga

Karak is a Pakistani restaurant in Mississauga offering over 30 halal stuffed naans and unique chai menu, all in a beautiful stunning restaurant.

www.karak.ca

I love the sound of many of the traditional Indian flavoured ones, but opted to go for a fusion choice the first time out.

I neglected to take a picture, but extracted this still from their Insta:

I quite enjoyed it. The beef was tender and did have a subtle smokiness about it, the BBQ sauce was a bit sweet for my taste, but still bold and interesting, while the cheese was that gooey richness you hope for on the best slices of 'za.

The portion is substantial, I was there for lunch, and 1/2 the amount would have been ample for me. I had been thinking of trying the ice cream from Demetres afterwards, but I was just too full.

At $23.99 its fully priced, but I felt it was good value overall. My only suggestions to them (which I made), were to consider a smaller size portion for lunch as an option, and the naan I had might benefit just a hint of zing in it to break up the richness, yummy though it is. (this could be heat, or maybe a pickled element)

 

[artyboy123]

https://torontolife.com/food/sort-of-secret-las-delicias-colombian-restaurant-mississauga/

 

[evandyk]

I haven't gotten to Waterworks yet, but I went to the fish & chips place at the new O&B food hall at the Eaton Centre, and it was really nice. They have a small portion for ten bucks, which was a nice lunch along with a cookie from Craig's. And right now you can get a cheap beer/glass of wine at the bar and watch Olympic coverage with sound on.

 

[AlbertC]

Both the Osteria Rialto and Bar Biltmore inside the Paradise Theatre at Bloor West & Westmoreland will be closing:

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[Towered]

Both the Osteria Rialto and Bar Biltmore inside the Paradise Theatre at Bloor West & Westmoreland will be closing:

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That sucks, but I always had the impression those restaurant/bar were aiming too high end for Bloorcourt, which is decidedly middle class/hipster demographics.

 

[evandyk]

That's a shame. I haven't gotten there yet, though I did try (and like) Cafe Paradise. I wonder how long the theatre will last.

 

[artyboy123]

https://torontolife.com/food/whats-on-the-menu-yaffa-shawarma-and-falafel-middle-eastern/

This is near my house so I have to go!

 

[artyboy123]

https://torontolife.com/food/where-to-eat-late-toronto-dining-out-after-last-call/

 

[evandyk]

https://torontolife.com/food/whats-on-the-menu-yaffa-shawarma-and-falafel-middle-eastern/

This is near my house so I have to go!

That eggplant and egg sabich pita looks delectable.

 

[artyboy123]

https://torontolife.com/food/whats-on-the-menu-at-the-berczy-tavern-a-piano-bar-and-bistro-from-the-team-behind-amano-trattoria/

 

[artyboy123]

https://torontolife.com/food/whats-on-the-menu-mott32-hong-kong-cuisine-shangri-la-hotel/

formerly Momofuku and now it's an upscale Chinese restaurant.

 

[artyboy123]

This is also quite the trend in Toronto too!

@Northern Light @AlbertC

 

[AlbertC]

Marbl at 455 King St W has closed. The space will return to the restaurant/bar concept that was previously there called "100 Days":

Toronto restaurant that sparked controversy for strict dress code has closed

A Toronto restaurant that's been at the centre of some controversy in its time has left the neighbourhood for good. For six years, King West's Marb...

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A sports bar called Score on Queen will be opening at the former Black Bull Tavern at Queen W & Soho:

Popular sports bar is replacing Toronto’s Black Bull Tavern — and it’s opening soon

After closing in April 2024, Black Bull Tavern will get a major facelift while keeping the spirit of its legendary patio.

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[artyboy123]

Marbl at 455 King St W has closed. The space will return to the restaurant/bar concept that was previously there called "100 Days":

Toronto restaurant that sparked controversy for strict dress code has closed

A Toronto restaurant that's been at the centre of some controversy in its time has left the neighbourhood for good. For six years, King West's Marb...

www.blogto.com

A sports bar called Score on Queen will be opening at the former Black Bull Tavern at Queen W & Soho:

Popular sports bar is replacing Toronto’s Black Bull Tavern — and it’s opening soon

After closing in April 2024, Black Bull Tavern will get a major facelift while keeping the spirit of its legendary patio.

streetsoftoronto.com

Marbl on King west was the place to be seen according to many TikToker and the food was so subpar...but I think they are reopening on Financial District!