Cafe Landwer

“salmon benedict here is exceptional - fish is clearly fresh wiht that bright pink color and clean taste that tells you it hasn't been sitting around flaky texture and the hollandaise has enough lemon to complement without overpowering the delicate fish”

“the smoked salmon appetizer was disappointingly thin and tasted overly salty and slightly rubbery like its been pre-sliced and sitting too long - not what you'd expect at these prices”

“counter seating at cafe ladnwer is perfect if you're eating alone - you can watch teh kitchen adn the staff actually talks to you instead of ignoring single diners”

“morning rush tho service jsut dies - waited 15 mins just to order while everyone waited for espreesso meh”

“thier shakshuka is actually divine - eggs perfectly poached in rich spiced tomato sauce with just the right harissa heat. ngl bread comes warm and is perfect for sopping up every last drop of that gorgeous sauce. finally authentic middle eastern flavors done right in downtown toronto”

“seating is so cramped during peak hours - tables are practically touching so you're basically listening to your neighbors' whole conversation which kills the caf vibe”

“coffee game here is seriously strong - they pull espresso shots that would impress any third-wave place and their flat white has perfect microfoam wiht the art and everything. plus they actually know how to steam milk right which honestly is rarer than it should be would recommend”

“i mean weekend brunch crowds are INSANE adn they dont take reservations so you're looking at like 45 mins minimum wait if you show up after 10am - learned that lesson the hard way”

“their sabich sandwich is legit - crispy falafel creamy hummus pickled veggies and that perfectly jammy hard-boiled egg. bold flavors that really hit. street food vibes in a sit-down spot”

“wait times are brutal during lunch rush - stood around for like 15 mins jsut to order which sucks when you're on a tight work break”

“cafe landwer's salmon benedict uses actually fresh atlantic salmon - you can taste it in how clean and oceanic it tastes and the texture is firm not mushy”

“i mean smoked salmon bagel was disappointing tho felt like pre packaged fish wiht that slimy texture you get from bad salmon”

“ricotta pancakes at cafe landwer are SO fluffy - light airy subtle tang from fresh cheese and real maple syrup not that corn syrup garbage not gonna lie”

“they don't do bottomless mimosas tho which seems like a missed opportunity for a brunch place”