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Old School - Toronto, Toronto, ON

Old School - Toronto

4.5
4.5
1110 Reviews
CAN$30 and under
Comfort Food
800 Dundas St W, Toronto, ON M6J 1V1

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 31 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Great for brunch
  • Neighborhood 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.

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
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Anant Kulkarni
  • Neighborhood
    Ossington
  • Cross street
    Dundas and Palmerston
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

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).
    Date Night Steak & Ribs for 2! Photo
  • 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).
    The Perfect 3-Course Prix Fixe Photo

Offers

  • 50% Off NEW Snacks & Shareables

    Multiple dates available
    Thu - Fri - 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM,Sat - 9:00 AM - 3:45 PM
    50% off some of our NEW Snacks & Shareables during dinner days. Featuring our 'Another One Bites The Cauliflower', 'The Godfather's Bruschetta', and our 'Pasta La Vodka, Baby'! Bring a friend and indulge in our new dinner eats for half the price!

    50% Off NEW Snacks & Shareables Photo
  • 50% off NEW Chicken Wings!

    Multiple dates available
    Thu - 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM
    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.

    50% off NEW Chicken Wings! Photo
  • Buy One Get One FREE Flatbreads!

    Multiple dates available
    Fri - 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM
    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.

    Buy One Get One FREE Flatbreads! Photo

What 1,110 people are saying

Old School - Toronto reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • 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 is a lively spot known for its "delicious comfort food" and welcoming atmosphere. Standout dishes include the Blueberry Hill pancakes and the Fried Chicken Sandwich. While service can be slow during busy times, staff like John are praised for being "attentive and quick." The restaurant offers a cozy, diner-chic vibe, making it perfect for brunch or a late-night bite.

1,110 Reviews
  1. karina

    San Francisco3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went for Easter brunch and had the eggs Benedict , chicken and waffles , the avocado toast and the to die for blueberry pancakes . Some mimosas too. There was three of us , my 8- year old mother and my husband and I . The music is great in the background. Just a fun atmosphere and very cozy.. we sat near the bar in the middle. I’d love to go back for dinner and enjoy the patio next time. Truly a great spot .. it’s not cheap but where is these days …. Bottomline great spot and fun atmosphere.

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  2. Christian

    Toronto2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was amazing and delicious, but our server attitude was a little rude with the attention and ways to ask for our order, general we don't feel comfortable with his attention

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  3. Lakita

    Pittsburgh1 review

    3.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was good eatting in the greenhouse area wasn’t to great with sun right on top. Made it hot
    Old School - TorontoResponded on April 17, 2025
    Hi Lakita, thank you for coming and for your feedback. We hope to see you again and give us another chance!

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  4. Jessica

    Ottawa2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Went to Old School for brunch and the food was genuinely good — definitely enjoyed what we ordered once it finally arrived. But the service was really slow and all over the place. We came with different friends who had arrived earlier and ordered before us, but they still hadn’t gotten their food by the time we were digging in. Super confusing and frustrating. What made it worse was that the kitchen kept accepting takeout orders while dine-in guests were waiting over 30 minutes for their food. It just felt like there was no priority for the people actually sitting inside the restaurant. Overall, tasty food but the experience was kind of ruined by the disorganized and slow service. Would think twice before coming back during a busy time.
    Old School - TorontoResponded on April 17, 2025
    Hi Jessica, thank you for coming and leaving us a review with your feedback. We are sorry to hear about your negative experience and hope we can make things right and do better. We hope you and your friends give us another chance and we are happy you enjoyed the food!

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  5. Karen

    Toronto7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My family had an excellent Birthday Brunch. I am happy I made a reservation in advance. It's a popular place. Delina our server, was Excellent. Friendly easy going ,well informed on menu items. We sat on the patio and it was lovely. I'm excited to give excellent feedback. Also, I made several calls changing the reservation size and they were very responsive. Great vibes! It really set such a great tone for the rest of our afternoon! Highly recommend!!!! Thank you!
    Old School - TorontoResponded on April 17, 2025
    Hi Karen, thank you so much for coming and leaving a wonderful review! We are so happy to hear you had a great experience with great service. We hope to see you again soon!

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  6. Christina

    Toronto2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was okay. We had the blueberry pancakes and the easy breakfast plate, nothing I would go out of my way for again. We paid for “bottomless” drip coffee and never got a refill or was asked how the food was. They sat us in an indoor outdoor room and it was quite dirty (cushions on the bench covered in dirt/dust and leaves.
    Old School - TorontoResponded on April 17, 2025
    Hi Christina, thank you for coming and leaving us a review. We appreciate your feedback and hope to do better for next time. We would love for you to give us another chance and hope to see you again.

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  7. Joanne VIP

    Toronto12 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    Our first time visiting we ordered eggs Benny pulled pork and there were several egg shells in it. The water glasses were so dirty we asked for clean ones twice. The restaurant is not clean at all tables dirty. Our waitress was nice but overall we won’t come back. We went on a Sunday @ 2 and we did make reservations ahead.

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  8. Cisy

    Toronto1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had an amazing experience at Old School! The Old School Burger was absolutely delicious, perfectly cooked, and full of flavor. I also tried the Fried Chicken Sandwich and the Lobster Eggs Benny—both were incredible. A highlight for me was their unique Blueberry Habanero Hot Sauce—such a great balance of sweet and spicy that I couldn’t resist taking a bottle home! The service was top-notch as well. My server was super friendly and attentive, making the whole experience even better. I’ll definitely be going back!
    Old School - TorontoResponded on March 27, 2025
    Hi Cisy, thank you for such a wonderful review of Old School! We are more than happy you enjoyed the food and service we provided you. We hope to see you again!

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Pancakes were dry so not worth the hype personally in my opinion. Otherwise, servers were fantastic and place was very busy and lively!
    Old School - TorontoResponded on April 2, 2025
    Hi there, thank you for leaving us a review with your feedback! We are glad you enjoyed the experience and hope you come back to give us another try.

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  10. NatashaB VIP

    Toronto38 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good old-fashioned comfort food done right. Perfect place for a laid-back breakfast or late-night bite.
    Old School - TorontoResponded on March 26, 2025
    Hi Natasha, thank you for coming and leaving us a nice review! We hope to see you again!

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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 4.5 stars by 1110 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 31 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Old School - Toronto

800 Dundas St W, Toronto, ON M6J 1V1

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Dundas and Palmerston
  • Neighborhood
    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
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine
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