Best Brunch Spots in Toronto for International Women’s Day

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It’s International Women’s Day, and what better way to celebrate the incredible women in your life than with a delicious brunch in Toronto? The city boasts a vibrant brunch scene with options for every taste, from cozy cafes to trendy restaurants. This list features 15 amazing brunch spots, perfect for gathering your friends and enjoying a memorable day together.

Top Toronto Brunch Spots to Celebrate International Women’s Day with Friends

White Lily Diner

Combining a respect for local provenance with greasy spoon ambitions, the White Lily Diner has been serving breakfast, lunch, and classic diner fare since 2016. The diner’s all-day menu features shareables, salads, sandwiches, and all-day breakfast.

  • Cuisine: Diner, All-Day Breakfast
  • Website: www.whitelilydiner.ca
  • Location: 678 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M4M 1G8
  • Phone: (416) 901-7800
  • Business hours: Monday-Tuesday 9 AM–4 PM, Wednesday-Sunday 9 AM–10 PM

Maha’s Egyptian Brunch

Maha’s Egyptian Brunch offers a unique brunch experience with traditional Egyptian dishes rich in sweet spices and flavor. The restaurant provides a taste of Egypt in Toronto with its exotic coffee menu and dessert selection. Maha’s feels like a warm and welcoming home.

  • Cuisine: Egyptian, Middle Eastern
  • Website: www.mahasbrunch.com
  • Location: 226 Greenwood Ave, Toronto, ON M4L 2R2
  • Phone: (416) 462-2703
  • Business hours: Monday-Sunday 8 AM–4:30 PM, Wednesday Closed

Mildred’s Temple Kitchen

Mildred’s Temple Kitchen is known for its dedication to locally sourced, seasonal ingredients. Mrs. Biederhof’s Wild Blueberry Buttermilk Pancakes are a focal point of the Sunday brunch, made with wild blueberry topping and Lanark County maple syrup.

  • Cuisine: Offers pancakes and Tex-Mex dishes
  • Website: www.mildreds.ca
  • Location: 85 Hanna Ave Suite 104, Toronto, ON M6K 3S3
  • Phone: (416) 588-5695
  • Business hours: Monday-Friday 10 AM–3 PM, Saturday-Sunday 9 AM–3 PM

Emma’s Country Kitchen

A close-up of a plate with crispy fried chicken, golden pancakes topped with a scoop of butter, and a side of syrup. A small dish of red sauce is also included. The dish is served on a white plate with a stainless steel kitchen counter in the background.
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Emma’s Country Kitchen is a cozy brunch spot, serving up classic comfort food with a homemade touch. From house-cured meats and fresh-baked biscuits to delightful donuts and signature brunch cocktails, it’s a go-to for breakfast lovers.

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  • Cuisine: Comfort Food, Bakery
  • Website: www.emmascountrykitchen.com
  • Location: 810 St. Clair Ave W, Toronto, ON M6C 1B6
  • Phone: (416) 652-3662
  • Business hours: Friday-Monday 8 AM-3 PM, Tuesday-Thursday Closed

Old School

Old School offers laid-back vibes and solid comfort food in the West End. The spot is known for its brunch game and runs all day. The dishes are named after pop culture references.

  • Cuisine: Comfort Food, Brunch, Diner, Bakery, Coffee
  • Website: www.oldschoolyyz.com
  • Location: 800 Dundas Street W, Toronto, ON M6J 1V1
  • Phone: (416) 815-8790
  • Business hours: Monday-Wednesday 10 AM-5 PM, Thursday-Friday 10 AM-11 PM, Saturday 9 AM-11 PM, Sunday 9 AM-5 PM

Lady Marmalade

A top-down view of a brunch spread on a light wooden table, featuring two plates of food. One plate has poached eggs, roasted potatoes, sliced tomatoes, avocado, toast, and a fork. The other plate contains scrambled eggs, crispy bacon, and a small salad. Drinks include a green juice and a cappuccino with latte art in a green cup. A small vase with fresh flowers and salt and pepper shakers are also on the table.
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Lady Marmalade offers tasty food and a fun atmosphere. This brunch spot serves creative breakfasts and lunches inspired by global flavors. The lively decor, featuring light wood and hanging plants, creates a modern yet cozy vibe. They are known for their LM Eggs Benny and homey interior.

  • Cuisine: Breakfast
  • Website: www.ladymarmalade.ca
  • Location: 265 Broadview Ave, Toronto, ON M4M 2G8
  • Phone: (647) 351-7645
  • Business hours: Daily from 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM

Sisters & Co.

Sisters & Co. offers a creative menu that balances hearty and healthy options, prepared with local seasonal ingredients. The dishes are simple but fresh ingredients with an Asian flare. The atmosphere is casual and cozy.

  • Cuisine: Brunch, Comfort Food, Asian Fusion, Café
  • Website: www.sistersco.ca
  • Location: 887 Dundas St W, Toronto, ON M6J 1V9
  • Phone: (647) 350-7478
  • Business hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM, Saturday-Sunday  8:00 AM – 3:30 PM

Ramona’s Kitchen

Ramona’s Kitchen serves brunch, lunch, and dinner with a focus on fresh ingredients and creative flavors. From signature benedicts and crispy chicken dishes to indulgent desserts, every bite is made with care.

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  • Cuisine: Cuisine: Brunch, Comfort Food, Bakery, Café, Casual Dining
  • Website: www.ramonaskitchen.ca
  • Location: 1608 Bayview Ave, Toronto, ON M4G 3B7
  • Phone: (437) 880-5515
  • Business hours: Monday-Wednesday 9 AM – 3 PM, Thursday-Friday 9 AM – 9 PM, Saturday-Sunday 8:30 AM – 9 PM

The Hogtown Vegan

A close-up of a spicy chicken sandwich on a white plate, served with a side of coleslaw. The sandwich features crispy buffalo chicken, jalapeños, lettuce, and creamy sauce on a toasted bun, held together with a red toothpick. The meal is set on a wooden table with a potted plant in the background.
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The Hogtown Vegan offers a stacked list of omnivorous favorites that look and taste like the real deal, but without any dairy or meat products.

  • Cuisine: Vegan
  • Website: www.thehogtownvegan.com
  • Location: 382 College St, Toronto, ON M5T 1S7
  • Phone: (416) 546-7900
  • Business hours: Wednesday-Friday 4 PM – 10 PM, Saturday-Sunday 2 PM – 10 PM, Monday-Tuesday Closed

Evviva

Evviva Breakfast and Lunch offers amazing food in a welcoming setting. The menu features fresh, preservative-free breakfast options and unique brunch cocktails. They have vegan and vegetarian choices.

  • Cuisine: Brunch, Comfort Food, Café, Vegan Options
  • Website: www.evviva.ca
  • Location: 25 Lower Simcoe Toronto, ON M5J 3A1
  • Phone: (647) 351-4040
  • Business hours: Monday-Friday 7 AM – 4:00 PM, Saturday-Sunday 7 AM – 5 PM

Good Fork

Good Fork is a popular local spot with a chill vibe and a menu that changes with the seasons. Known for their creative dishes that mix Middle Eastern and Western flavors, you have to try the Spanish hash with chorizo and the blueberry pancakes with ricotta.

  • Cuisine: Turkish, Bistro
  • Website: www.goodfork.ca
  • Location: 1550 Dundas St W, Toronto, ON M6K 1T5
  • Phone: (647) 352-5955
  • Business hours: Monday-Friday 10 AM – 3:30 PM (Brunch), Saturday-Sunday 9 AM –  3:30 PM (Brunch), Thursday-Saturday 5:30 PM – 10:30 PM (Dinner), Tuesday Closed

Light Cafe

Light Cafe serves light and colorful drinks paired with gourmet sandwiches, salads, and bowls. It is rooted in Taiwanese cuisine. There is an extensive sweets section on the menu.

  • Cuisine: Taiwanese
  • Website: www.lightcafe.ca
  • Location: 23 Baldwin Street, Toronto, ON M5T 1L1
  • Phone: (647) 347-3883
  • Business hours: Monday-Friday 10 AM – 8 PM, Saturday-Sunday  9 AM – 8 PM

Chadwick’s

Two wooden bowls filled with Filipino-inspired breakfast dishes, set on a beige table. One bowl contains garlic rice, longganisa sausage, scrambled eggs, and a side of dipping sauce. The other features crispy beef, a sunny-side-up egg, garlic rice, cucumber slices, and fresh scallions. A glass of mimosa and a cup of coffee accompany the meal.
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Chadwick’s is a craft kitchen and bar in Toronto’s Annex, serving global-fusion comfort food with North and Central American influences. Their made-from-scratch menu features sustainable ingredients, naturally raised meats, local craft beer, and seasonal cocktails.

  • Cuisine: Brunch, Global Fusion
  • Website: www.chadwicks.ca
  • Location: 268 Howland Ave, Toronto, ON M5R 3B6
  • Phone: (416) 944-1606
  • Business hours: Tuesday 5 PM-11 PM, Wednesday-Friday 12 PM-4:15 PM (Lunch), 5 PM-10 PM (Dinner), Saturday-Sunday 10 AM-3:15 PM (Brunch), 5:30 PM-10 PM (Dinner), Monday Closed

Café Boulud

Café Boulud offers a seasonally changing menu rooted in French tradition. It is a classic bistro with a luxurious twist, created by French chef Daniel Boulud, featuring contemporary dishes inspired by his family meals in Lyon. The cuisine showcases fresh flavors with nods to Toronto.

  • Cuisine: French, Brasserie, Contemporary
  • Website: www.cafeboulud.com
  • Location: 60 Yorkville Ave, Toronto, ON M4W 0A4
  • Phone: (416) 963-6005
  • Business hours: Daily 7 AM-11 AM (Breakfast), Monday-Friday 11:45 AM-2:30 PM (Lunch), Saturday-Sunday 11:30 AM-2:30 PM (Weekend Brunch), Monday-Saturday 5:30 PM-10 PM (Dinner)

Toronto is indeed an awesome place for brunch lovers. From comfort food at Emma’s Country Kitchen and Old School to unique flavors at Maha’s Brunch and Sisters & Co, there’s a spot for everyone. So, this International Women’s Day, gather your friends, make a reservation, and celebrate with a delightful brunch at one of these fantastic Toronto spots.

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