Toronto’s Best Brunch: 5 Must-Try Spots

Toronto does brunch right with a perfect mix of world flavours and chill weekend vibes. Sure, you can find eggs anywhere, but these spots? They’re special because they’re always good, have a fun feel, and a unique personality. So, whether you’re a brunch fanatic, catching up with friends, or just seeing what Toronto’s food scene is about, these five are top-notch.

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Lady Marmalade
L’Avenue
Good Fork
OEB Breakfast Co.
Sisters & Co.

1. Lady Marmalade

• Neighbourhood: Riverside / East End
• Address: 265 Broadview Ave
• Price: $$

Lady Marmalade is a brunch legend here. They moved to a bigger place on Broadview, which is super nice. The space was designed by Omar Gandhi, who made sure the ceilings were high, the wood was modern, and the light was great. It’s chill, even when it’s busy.

What to Expect

Lady Marmalade nails the basics, but it’s the little things they do that make it great. Their Eggs Benedict – you can get it with bacon, salmon, or avocado – is one of the best around. Their hollandaise sauce is perfect, not too heavy, and people rave about the roasted potatoes.

The food is a bit fancy but not over the top. Find breakfast tacos, salads, and good vegetarian options, all made with local products that taste amazing.

Atmosphere

Bright, open, relaxed, and full of plants. It’s a place to hang out with coffee or bring friends from out of town to show them Toronto brunch.

Good to Know

• No reservations for brunch, so expect lines on weekends.
• Go before 10:00 AM or after 1:30 PM for shorter wait times.
• The coffee is strong, and the portions are big – come ready to eat.

2. L’Avenue

• Neighbourhood: Wellington Place / The Well
• Address: 433 Wellington St W
• Price: $$–$$$

L’Avenue started in Montreal and is known for its crazy menu, colourful food, and cool spot. It’s one of the most eye-catching brunch places around, with crazy ceilings, neon street art, and tons of light. The food is as good as it looks.

What to Expect

L’Avenue makes fun, over-the-top dishes with both sweet and savory options. Things that are really popular include:

• Banana pancakes with caramel and cream
• Breakfast poutine (Montreal’s specialty, and Canada’s ultimate comfort food!)
• French Toast with tons of fruit
• Omelets with wild fillings

The portions are huge – easily big enough for two – and the way they plate things is nuts, so you will pull your phone out.

Atmosphere

Energetic, stylish, and loud – in a good way. Music is upbeat, the place is colourful. Great for birthdays, celebrations, and when brunch IS the event.

Good to Know

• The line gets long, so go before 10:30 AM on weekends.
• Perfect if you want a fun, crazy brunch.

3. Good Fork

• Neighbourhood: Brockton Village / Little Portugal
• Address: 1550 Dundas St W
• Price: $$

Good Fork does brunch differently with Turkish and Mediterranean flavours. The neighbourhood loves it because it feels friendly, and the food is a nice change from your basic bacon and eggs.

What to Expect

The menu at Good Fork is smart, balanced, and has tastes you don’t often see at brunch. You gotta try:

• Blueberry halva pancakes – fluffy, nutty, sweet
• Falafel wraps with herbs and sauces
• Menemen (Turkish eggs) with bread
• Lamb or halloumi breakfast plates

Vegetarians will love it, and the spices make even the simple stuff taste amazing.

Atmosphere

Simple, cute, and welcoming. The place has tiles, wood, and soft lighting. People show up, families join, and brunch lovers will come from anywhere to eat here.

Good to Know

• Brunch is first-come-first-served on weekends.
• Great coffee, and you gotta try the Turkish drinks.
• Perfect if you want something different from the usual brunch.

4. OEB Breakfast Co.

• Neighbourhoods: Liberty Village & Financial District
• Addresses: 125 E Liberty St & 20 Toronto St
• Price: $$

OEB Breakfast Co. is growing fast in Canada because the food is always good, interesting, and easy for anyone to enjoy. The Liberty Village spot is roomy, bright, and busy. It’s where you can bring a group without worrying about weird diets or picky people.

What to Expect

OEB’s menu is HUGE. You’ll see:

• Scramble bowls with fun toppings
• Breakfast poutines with truffle or smoked meat
• Healthy options, like smoothie bowls and salads
• Local eggs done a variety of ways

OEB is good at making things both crazy and balanced. You can eat as rich or light as you want, and the ingredients they use – especially the eggs – are excellent.

Atmosphere

Bright, modern, and good for families. It’s a chain, but it doesn’t feel like it. The staff are fun, and it’s energetic but not over the top.

Good to Know

• Popular for families and groups, so can be loud and busy.
• Great if you want a lot of options to choose from.
• They do take reservations, so be sure to book in advance just in case.

5. Sisters & Co.

• Neighbourhood: Trinity Bellwoods / Dundas West
• Address: 887 Dundas St W
• Price: $$

Sisters & Co. is one of the fancier brunch spots without being loud about it. It’s not as packed as Lady Marmalade or L’Avenue but very nice and lowkey, a lovely cafe-restaurant that not everyone has heard of.

What to Expect

Sisters & Co. makes brunch food that feels a bit fancy but still comfy. They always have:

• Korean-style brunch
• Avocado toast with greens
• Chicken sandwiches
• Delicious lattes and teas

The portions are reasonable, the flavours are simple, and the food looks gorgeous.

Atmosphere

Bright, simple, and cozy. It’s easy to sit here and talk or read a book by yourself. Even though it looks a bit fancy, it’s not snobby at all.

Good to Know

• Usually not as busy as other brunch spots in the west end.
• Best if you want a chill brunch.

Final Thoughts

Toronto has a great brunch scene because the city is so diverse and creative. Each of these five spots has something fun. So to sum up:

• Lady Marmalade: Best overall: good food, good feel
• L’Avenue: Most fun to look at and the most over-the-top
• Good Fork: Best world flavours
• OEB: Best for groups and a big menu
• Sisters & Co.: Best for a quiet, fancy brunch.

Whether you want to show off the city to people from out of town or find a new favourite spot, these restaurants represent the best of what Toronto’s food scene has to offer.