Joni Restaurant

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   Alireza

   Toronto

   5 reviews

   5.0

   5 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

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   Good food, drinks and service. Also, pretty easy to get a reservation on weekends (it is a pretty big restaurant)
   

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   BriannaB

   1 review

   1.0

   1 review

   Dined on May 31, 2023

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   Crème brûlée French toast was chunky (crème brûlée was not smooth) and the bread was extremely soggy. The waiter was good and tried to make up for it by providing a complimentary coffee however the overall experience was unfortunate.
   

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   Shannelle

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on May 31, 2023

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   The food was amazing, small portions but very filling. The staff were wonderful and extremely friendly. Thank you for a beautiful evening
   

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   MarcP

   Toronto

   1 review

   1.0

   1 review

   Dined on May 28, 2023

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   Awful service. We waited 40 minutes for our food. Omelettes were bland and insipid. Waiter was not attentive to our needs. Certainly not the value for the cost. Disappointing…we expected better from the Hyatt Park Plaza.
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   New York Area

   2 reviews

   4.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on May 25, 2023

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   I loved your performer Reg Schwager that played May 24/23. You should put him upstairs at the restaurant bar Writers.
   

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   jayk

   Los Angeles

   1 review

   vip
   2.0

   1 review

   Dined on May 21, 2023

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   Enjoyed my first brunch at Joni, though the second one a few months later was pretty terrible. The oatmeal was watery, lukewarm and tasted like instant. I didn't find out they had run out of bananas for the oatmeal until it was delivered, and was offered a choice of substitute fruit. I did not receive the potato and bacon sides I ordered with the oatmeal, and had to remind the server to bring them - they came one at a time, each a minute apart. The bacon was hard and lukewarm, and the 'crispy potatoes' were two obviously deep-fried perfect squares of shredded potatoes, that would have felt right at home in a paper pouch with the golden arches logo printed on it. I ordered green tea, was told some time afterwards they were out of green tea, then was offered a choice of Lemon Ginger or tropical green tea instead (yes, out of green tea, except for the green tea?). I was not told there were two choices of green tea when I first placed my tea order. My friend ordered herbal tea and was given a choice of mint or chamomile (the same selection as Tim Horton's?), while the lemon ginger was not mentioned. My friend didn't want to pay $25 for a single piece of avocado toast, so she inquired if there were one or two slices. She was told there was one piece, but it was a sizeable 'loaf', so she ordered it. It turned out to be one slice of avocado toast - perhaps a slice from a loaf? There was a solo jazz singer singing into a microphone, over recorded background music, with a music stand in front of her. Despite a lovely voice and the fact that she was truly singing her heart out, it, all the diners were talking over her, and it made it harder to converse. Despite her lovely voice, it came off as cheesy. My friend noted it was the sort of thing you would expect to see at a suburban airport hotel, not the Hyatt Plaza. I felt sorry for the singer - though it was very poor judgement to put her in that room for brunch. Good karaoke is still karaoke.
   

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   JayTee

   Detroit

   8 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   8 reviews

   Dined on May 13, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Superb food with unique ingredients and presentations in a beautiful setting and excellent staff. Definitely a worthwhile experience and I will return.
   

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   Juliette

   Toronto

   4 reviews

   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on May 13, 2023

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   Afternoon tea at Joni is very modern artistic presentation and ambiance Service is great Valet parking helps us enjoy the day as the hotel parks vehicle fir you is a great convenience.
   

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   ReKh

   Toronto

   9 reviews

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   5.0

   9 reviews

   Dined on May 13, 2023

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   We always enjoy our time at Joni. Thanks again for another wonderful weekend brunch. The salmon salad and french toast are delish 😋
   

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    JoelT

    Baltimore

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience4

    Food was mostly good (halibut main was a very small portion and quite under seasoned; fritters were tiny and pretty basic for $18). Birthday dessert was delicious and special. Overall a nice experience, but not really memorable.
    

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    RobertE

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

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    Good food, very good service, very quiet - great place for a business lunch.
    

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    rfree

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 11, 2023

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    Food was not at the quality I was expecting for the price. very greasy and small portions.
    

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    Steve

    Toronto

    29 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on May 8, 2023

    overall2food5service1ambience5

    No coffee refill. No checking in to see if we were enjoying our meal. No cleaning off our plates, Service does not match with the location.
    

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    MaxineC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 29, 2023

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    Had a lovely brunch at Joni on the weekend. Very relaxing ambiance and delicious food.
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 22, 2023

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    Had an amazing birthday there , chef menu was great , staffs were all super nice !
    

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    LeilaR

    Toronto

    12 reviews

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    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4

    The waitress was very friendly but there was far too much food for the family brunch menu. One of the dishes can be cut entirely as there were too many egg dishes. Perhaps a lighter dish similar to the fruit dish maybe even a salad would be more ideal. This would also bring the cost down perhaps to $55 or $60 per person which would be more reasonable.
    

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    CristinaV

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 19, 2023

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    As always Joni restaurant is an overall fabulous experience. Can’t wait to be back!
    

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    New2TO

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 18, 2023

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    Joni offers delicious and unique food with wonderful service. Can't wait to return! Kerry
    

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    PennyH

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 15, 2023

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    Joni did not disappoint us. The overall experience was an enjoyable evening. The tasting menu were a bit adventurous but well received. The wine pairing was nicely paired to some unique dishes. There were two dishes that we will definitely go back to have the a la carte. I have to say the service is one of the best we have encountered, from the wait staffs, manager and the chef were very tentative but not over the top. It was just a comfortable overall dining experience.
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The chef menu was amazing. Carefully crafted meals with awesome flavors. Would highly recommend the Ontario wine tasting too, the flavors paired well between the courses and the wine. Khalid was our waiter and he was attentive and knowledgeable on both the meals and wines, which made this excellent experience even better.
    

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    RuthS

    County Durham

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 11, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience3

    Very disappointing cooked breakfast which was sent back to the kitchen - the hash brown was burned to a crisp, as was the bacon and could not be cut with a knife and fork. The presentation of the cooked breakfast was awful. The crème brûlée French toast looked good, and tasted good although it was practically the size of a patio stone - far too big.
    

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    KathyG

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

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    The service at Joni is absolutely the best. We loved our dining experience at this high-end hotel. Very attentive.
    

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    Jessica

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 8, 2023

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    We in a group of 4 for the chef’s tasting menu on Saturday night and had the best time! We were expecting 7 courses and kept getting fun little surprises, like a savoury donut that came out halfway through our tenderloin dish, and a “pre-dessert” before the actual dessert. We felt like we had a 10 course dinner! Cocktails were amazing too which we stayed behind for. Venue is beautiful, not packed (shockingly not many people know of Joni), and service was excellent by our waiter Roy. The chef came out personally too to describe some dishes and we felt and tasted his passion for the food! We’re already planning our next visit here for afternoon tea or brunch. Easy 5/5
    

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    MichelleJ

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 5, 2023

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    Service was outstanding and food delicious. Maybe 2-3 more options on the menu.
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    8 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3

    Joni received lots of mix reviews. Some said very good, some said very disappointed. I gave it a try on New Year Eve. It only offers tasting menu at a price of $190 per person. Upon arrival, valet parking is almost a must, unless you parked at Yorkville public parking. Start with bread and some Italian sauages. Bread is surprising good, comparable to Louis Louix and Alo. Then oyster with creamy sauce, I like the combination, chef is very creative. Next course is the fras gois with the cute little pieces of bread. There is fish broth served, and I feel like the broth is a little salty. The halibut course is amazing, fish meat is firm and fresh. Next course is a piece big ravioli with truffle. Nice execution in this course, the waitress told us to cut in half, and there will be a raw egg inside. Last main course is the tenderloin with lobster. The steak cooked medium rare, and very tender. Finally dessert is a small cream puff with ice cream on a tart. Again, nice presentation and can see the chef put the effort on each course. I love Joni at Park Hyatt!
    

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    Margaret1

    New York Area

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience4

    There are many types of chairs and seating available at this restaurant. Many of them are not comfortable. We were having a lovely time until a singer started performing. The music was so loud we could no longer talk. Other than that the ambience was nice and the food good.
    

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    LinaK

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 1, 2023

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    Amazing experience! Very good service and big thank you to bartenders, they made us very delicious drinks ! Highly recommend!
    

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    YasminA

    Toronto

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2023

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    Lovely spot! The staff were amazing as well!
    

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    DanaM

    Toronto

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on March 31, 2023

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    It was a perfect nite. Incredible staff and good food!
    

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    Apna

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 31, 2023

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    I had a really good experience and it was quite peaceful. The ambience was really warm because of the fireplace they had. The food looked and tasted great and my favourite was the salmon. The executive chef John was kind enough to come visit our table and have a chat. They used local ingredients and cooked to perfection. The servers were nice and friendly.
    

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    Mindfulj

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 30, 2023

    overall2food2service4ambience4

    The appetizers and brioche bread were fantastic. We had the Brussels sprouts - delicious and the XO sauce is perfect! Unfortunately the main course was cold and underwhelming. We had the lamb and duck main courses. Very disappointed with the flavours, quality of the meat (a bit tough and flavourless) and overall presentation was boring. This is my second time at Joni in the past 2 months and the experience was similar.
    

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    Chris

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 26, 2023

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    Delicious and inventive afternoon tea I'm a beautiful space.
    

    Joni RestaurantResponded on March 29, 2023We're thrilled to read that you enjoyed your visit to enjoy our Afternoon Tea experience! We look forward to welcoming you back again soon.
    

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    AdrienneJoosse

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

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    We had the chefs tasting along with the wine pairing and it definitely did not disappoint in the least. It was a 3.5 hour experience that I won't forget. Thank you for such a wonderful evening.
    

    Joni RestaurantResponded on March 29, 2023We're delighted to read that you enjoyed the Tasting Menu and Wine Pairing Menu, AdrienneJoosse! We look forward to welcoming you back to try our other menus soon.
    

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    YixC

    Toronto

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience5

    Don’t know why we said paying separately but end up paying equally… And the fruit bowl has pieces with dust on it…
    

    Joni RestaurantResponded on March 29, 2023Thank you for taking the time to share your recent experience with us, YixC. Please, however, accept our apologies with regards to the issues you mentioned! We hope we may be able to welcome you back to improve your overall experience.
    

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    Mike

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 15, 2023

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    Excellent food, service and calm and pleasant atmosphere!
    

    Joni RestaurantResponded on March 22, 2023Thank you for your kind words! We hope to be able to welcome you back again soon.
    

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    New2TO

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

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    Joni restaurant offers delicious and creative brunch options in a beautifully appointed setting. Although almost all tables were full when we visited, it still seemed open, airy and quieter than expected. Service was fantastic and their take on an eggs benedict was delicious! Thank you for a beautiful Sunday Brunch Joni Team!
    

    Joni RestaurantResponded on March 29, 2023Thank you for joining us for Brunch New2TO! We're thrilled you enjoyed the service and your eggs benedict and hope to be able to welcome you back again soon.
    

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    DavF

    Toronto

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 7, 2023

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    The food was great, but we especially appreciated that our request for a quiet table was granted.
    

    Joni RestaurantResponded on March 13, 2023Thank you for taking the time to share your recent experience with us, DavF! We look forward to welcoming you back to Joni again soon.
    

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    SunA

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 25, 2023

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    Roy brings a fantastic service experience. Whole team is incredibly attentive to details
    

    Joni RestaurantResponded on March 13, 2023Thank you for your kind words regarding Roy, SunA! We will be sure to pass on your compliments and look forward to welcoming you back again soon.
    

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    SenorTomasPanama

    Toronto

    48 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    48 reviews

    Dined on February 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Valentines Day dinner was a set menu - three courses with choices for each course. We tried two options for each course and they all left us wishing we had a bit more to to try. It was a busy night and the staff let us know what to expect in terms of timing so we relaxed and leisurely enjoyed each course. We have done the tasting menu here before and our Valentine experience just makes us want to come back and try the tasting menu again.
    

    Joni RestaurantResponded on March 13, 2023We're delighted to have been able to welcome you back to enjoy our limited-time menu, SenorTomasPanama! Thank you for your feedback regarding the Valentine's Day Menu, we have already passed it along to our team members. We look forward to welcoming you back to try another Tasting Menu experience (as the options do change on a weekly basis).
    

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    SonaH

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall2food2service5ambience5

    There is no denying that the restaurant's décor is very high-class, and there are many netizens who will take pictures inside. There are also many bloggers who have reviewed the store on the internet about the good-looking décor. But I have to say that the taste of the food in this restaurant is very unworthy of more choices at the same price, but if it is to take pictures when I did not say. There is also the serving speed is very, very slow, we waited almost half an hour for the last dessert, I do not understand.
    

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