Old School - Toronto

4.6

1068 Reviews

CAN$30 and under

Comfort Food

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2 people

16 Jan 2025

19:00

Booked 19 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for brunch
Neighbourhood gem
Good for groups

Serving brunch 7 days a week starting at 10AM on Weekdays and 9AM on Weekends. For group bookings larger than 8 or private events, please email info@oldschoolyyz.com.

Dinner is available Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, with happy hour and nightly specials!

Home to the legendary Blueberry Hill Pancakes stack - We offer a fresh perspective on the classic neighbourhood eatery, throwing back to a simpler, more wholesome time when eating out was fun, approachable and most importantly, accessible. It brings patrons back to the mid-twentieth century – an era defined by a feel-good, optimistic mentality that influenced popular culture and food. Think Leave it to Beaver, Superbad, and Saved By The Bell came together in the most epic way possible.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
CAN$30 and under
Cuisines
Comfort Food, Breakfast, American
Hours of Operation
Mon–Wed 10:00 am–5:00 pm Thu, Fri 10:00 am–11:00 pm Sat 9:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–5:00 pm
Phone number
(416) 815-8790
Website
http://www.oldschoolyyz.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Anant Kulkarni

Location
800 Dundas St W, Toronto, ON M6J 1V1
Area
Ossington
Cross Street
Dundas and Palmerston
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Experiences

Date Night Steak & Ribs for 2!
CA$45.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Join us for dinner on Thursday, Friday, or Saturday night for a featured menu item for 2! Indulge in our slow-cooked half-rack 'Baby Got Back' ribs, 8oz NY Striploin '8 Mile' steak, fries, apple & broccoli slaw, and a creamy mushroom sauce! Enjoy this date night special for $45 (+tax & gratuity).
The Perfect 3-Course Prix Fixe
CA$35.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Join us for dinner on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights for our delicious 3-course prix fixe menu! Enjoy our Caesar salad, 8oz NY Striploin '8 Mile' steak with a creamy mushroom sauce, fries, apple & broccoli slaw, and end the night with a Chocolate Hazelnut Tart or Cheesecake for dessert. Enjoy for only $35/person (+tax & gratuity).

Offers

HAPPY HOUR!
Multiple dates available
Thu - Fri - 17:30 - 21:30
Join us every Thursday and Friday night between 5pm-7pm for HAPPY HOUR! We have $5 bar rail, $6 bottles and cans & $7 draught beer! Start your weekend a little bit early with us and our genuine classics & new additions on our dinner menu!
50% off NEW Chicken Wings!
Multiple dates available
Thu - 17:30 - 21:30
Take 50% off our NEW chicken wings! Choose from honey garlic, buffalo, or BBQ (breaded or naked). Includes crudites & blue cheese dip. Half-off deal available for dinner on Thursday nights after 5:00PM.
Buy One Get One FREE Flatbreads!
Multiple dates available
Fri - 17:30 - 21:30
Take 50% off our NEW flatbreads! Choose from buffalo chicken or mushroom truffle. Half-off deal available for dinner on Friday nights after 5:00PM.

Popular dishes

Coconut Matcha BluesCA$13.95
Coconut matcha blueberry parfait made with coconut-flavoured yogurt, blueberry compote, matcha, gluten-free granola.
Abbacado ToastCA$17.95
Avocado Toast made with avocado, poached egg, heirloom cherry tomatoes, goat cheese, cucumber, radish, pickled red onion, chia seeds
If You Caesar, Say Hello!CA$14.95
romaine, bacon, grana padano, croutons, caesar dressing

Sandwichville

In Da Club SandwichCA$20.95
Chicken club sandwich made with rosemary focaccia bun, herb-roasted chicken, bacon, lettuce, tomato, and mayo.
Smokey Beefinson SandwichCA$21.95
Smoked beef sandwich made with baguette, smoked beef, dijon mayo, crispy onion, arugula, caramelised onion, pickled red onion
Bacon + Lettuce + TomatoCA$16.95
bacon, lettuce, tomato, chipotle mayo, texas toast, fries
Breakfast SandwichCA$17.95
croissant, arugula, egg, avocado, chipotle mayo, fries
The General's Fried ChickenCA$21.95
buttermilk fried chicken, buffalo hot sauce, broccoli & apple slaw, pickles, mayo, fries
Lobster Grilled CheeseCA$24.95
sauced lobster, egg bread, three-cheese blend, avocado, fries
The New School BurgerCA$21.95
Plant-based patty, lettuce, onion, tomato, pickle, vegan mayo, potato bun
The Old School BurgerCA$22.95
two beef patties, mushrooms, swiss cheese, lettuce, pickles, os sauce, crispy onions, fries

The Old School Legend

Blueberry HillCA$20.95
fluffy buttermilk pancakes, housemade blueberry compote, bacon, brown sugar butter

OG Classics

Easy-E BreakfastCA$17.95
two scrambled eggs, roasted mushrooms, baked beans, turkey sausage or bacon, home fries
Benny & The Jets
eggs benedict, hollandaise, english muffin, mixed greens, home fries
- Smoked BeefCA$21.95
- Pulled PorkCA$18.95
- Peameal BaconCA$18.95
- Avocado (Veg)CA$18.95
- Fried ChickenCA$19.95
- Smoked SalmonCA$20.95
- LobsterCA$23.95
Return of the Mac & CheeseCA$17.95
homestyle skillet of mac & cheese, three-cheese blend, old school creamy bechamel
Finger Lickin' Chicken & WafflesCA$19.95
buttermilk fried chicken, tabasco honey, fluffy waffle
Pardon My French...ToastCA$19.95
egg bread, peanut butter, strawberry jam, buttered peanuts, strawberry compote, peanut butter chips

Old School Sides

BaconCA$5.95
Turkey SausageCA$5.95
FriesCA$4.95
Home FriesCA$5.95
Yam FriesCA$5.95
Truffle FriesCA$7.95
Baked BeansCA$3.95
Half AvocadoCA$3.95
Smoked SalmonCA$6.95
Side ToastCA$2.95
Gluten-Free ToastCA$3.50
2 Scrambled EggsCA$5.95
Multi-grain ToastCA$3.95
Fruit BowlCA$9.95

Substitutions

Sub Yam FriesCA$2.95
Sub Mixed GreensCA$2.95
Sub Caesar SaladCA$2.95
Sub Truffle FriesCA$3.95
Sub French Onion SoupCA$6.95

What 1,068 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.4Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Toronto / Ontario
Great for brunch
Toronto / Ontario
Comfort Food
Toronto
Great for brunch

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Old School in Toronto offers a vibrant brunch experience with standout dishes like the "Blueberry Hill pancakes" and the "Benny & the Jets Benedict." Guests appreciate the "fun and friendly staff," adding charm to the "quirky ambiance." Though bustling, it's a "great spot for gatherings," especially if seated outdoors.

1,068 Reviews

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Yen
Düsseldorf
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 1 January 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Tasty food, service was ok - pleasant enough. Busy during lunch good we had reservations though there might not be a long wait since they have lots of tables. Noisy, hard to hear ourselves.
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Arianne
Los Angeles
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 31 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food and great service. They easily were able to accommodate my husband and I, along with our nine month old in a stroller. This meal was one of the highlights of our trip to Toronto.
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lisa
VIP
Toronto
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 30 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great place for brunch -Best service from John - adds so much fun to experience- food was great and lots of selection
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Whitney
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 28 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had a reservation on a Saturday morning and were seated immediately. Our food was fresh and flavorful. The holiday drinks were cute and tasty. Unfortunately, we were sat near the patio where they kept opening the door to tend to the customers outside making us cold. Had we been asked if we had a preference on where to sit I would have given them 5 stars in every category.
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Adande
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 27 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved the croissant! Service was great. Didn’t love the pancake.
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Jayme
VIP
Toronto
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 22 December 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
Overcrowded with tables & unorganized staff. Food was good but the atmosphere was dreadful.
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bosky
Toronto
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on 14 December 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
We went for breakfast for the second time and the food is great. We ordered the blueberry pancakes but we felt the quantity of blueberry compote is quite small considering how big the pancakes are and stacked. We ordered additional compote and I think it’s for $1.99. The thing that I disliked was the server stood right there besides my husband when he got the bill and he was paying through the machine. Most of the restaurants providing good service make sure they don’t hover around you while you are paying rather hand the machine and walk away a little to give you some privacy. I just don’t feel right about that especially if the restaurant values their service and food quality.
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Allison
Toronto
11 reviews
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on 8 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The Blueberry Hill pancakes are what dreams are made of and the Benny & the Jets Benedict was super good. LOVED the pina colada as well. Only miss was the ceaser but I think that’s just a personal taste preference.
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Dino
Toronto
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on 8 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Old School is always our breakfast go to spot that we always look forward to.
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Queenie
Greater Boston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 29 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great staff and food was fairly priced and quality was spectacular!! My bf and I were in love w the blueberry hill pancakes that had bacon tucked between!
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FAQs

Old School - Toronto does offer delivery in partnership with Skip The Dishes and Uber Eats. Old School - Toronto also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (416) 815-8790.

Old School - Toronto is rated 4.6 stars by 1068 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

16 Jan 2025

19:00

Booked 19 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

800 Dundas St W, Toronto, ON M6J 1V1

Additional information

Cross Street
Dundas and Palmerston
Area
Ossington
Hours of Operation
Mon–Wed 10:00 am–5:00 pm Thu, Fri 10:00 am–11:00 pm Sat 9:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–5:00 pm
Price
CAN$30 and under
Cuisines
Comfort Food, Breakfast, American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Anant Kulkarni
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://www.oldschoolyyz.com/
Phone number
(416) 815-8790

Old School - Toronto

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Date Night Steak & Ribs for 2!

The Perfect 3-Course Prix Fixe

HAPPY HOUR!

50% off NEW Chicken Wings!

Buy One Get One FREE Flatbreads!

Blueberry Hill

Sub Yam Fries

Finger Lickin' Chicken & Waffles

Lighter Fare

Coconut Matcha BluesCA$13.95

Abbacado ToastCA$17.95

If You Caesar, Say Hello!CA$14.95

Sandwichville

In Da Club SandwichCA$20.95

Smokey Beefinson SandwichCA$21.95

Bacon + Lettuce + TomatoCA$16.95

Breakfast SandwichCA$17.95

The General's Fried ChickenCA$21.95

Lobster Grilled CheeseCA$24.95

The New School BurgerCA$21.95

The Old School BurgerCA$22.95

The Old School Legend

Blueberry HillCA$20.95

OG Classics

Easy-E BreakfastCA$17.95

Benny & The Jets

Return of the Mac & CheeseCA$17.95

Finger Lickin' Chicken & WafflesCA$19.95

Pardon My French...ToastCA$19.95

Old School Sides

BaconCA$5.95

Turkey SausageCA$5.95

FriesCA$4.95

Home FriesCA$5.95

Yam FriesCA$5.95

Truffle FriesCA$7.95

Baked BeansCA$3.95

Half AvocadoCA$3.95

Smoked SalmonCA$6.95

Side ToastCA$2.95

Gluten-Free ToastCA$3.50

2 Scrambled EggsCA$5.95

Multi-grain ToastCA$3.95

Fruit BowlCA$9.95

Substitutions

Sub Yam FriesCA$2.95

Sub Mixed GreensCA$2.95

Sub Caesar SaladCA$2.95

Sub Truffle FriesCA$3.95

Sub French Onion SoupCA$6.95

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

FAQs

Does Old School - Toronto offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Old School - Toronto restaurant rated?

Is Old School - Toronto currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

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