Old School - Toronto

Name: Old School - Toronto
Address: 800 Dundas St W, Toronto, ON, Canada, M6J 1V1
Telephone: (416) 815-8790
Price range: CAN$30 and under
Rating: 4.2

4.2

890 Reviews

CAN$30 and under

Comfort Food

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Dinner is available Thursday, Friday and Saturday, with Happy Hour and nightly specials!

Serving Brunch 7 days a week starting at 10AM on Weekdays and 9AM on Weekends.

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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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Oct 2, 2023

7:00 p.m.

Booked 34 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
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
Neighbourhood
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

Offers

HAPPY HOUR!
Multiple dates available
Thu - Fri - 5:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
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!
Mid Week Brunch Specials!
Multiple dates available
Tue - Wed - 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.,Thu - 10:00 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.
Looking for a quick lunch during the week? We've got you covered. Join us and try our new mid week specials offerings, each comes with bottomless drip coffee or tea. Try our bacon or avocado breakfast sandwich on a freshly baked croissant, BLT, Smokey Porkinson or a veggie easy-e breakfast.
Weeknight 3 Course Prix Fixe for $35
Multiple dates available
Thu - Fri - 5:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Join us on Thursday and Friday nights for our amazing 3 course prix fixe menu for $35! Enjoy our Caesar salad, 8oz NY Striplion Steak with fries and a creamy mushroom sauce with a Chocoalte Hazelnut Tart or Cheesecake for dessert. Tax and tip are not included. (Please note, this menu is subject to change.)

Popular dishes

Blueberry Parfait$13.95
vanilla yogurt, gluten-free granola, blueberry compote
If You Caesar, Say Hello!$14.95
romaine, bacon, grana padano, croutons, caesar dressing
Fiesta Salad$16.95
spring mix, corn & bean salsa, avocado, quinoa, cherry tomatoes, nut & fruit blend, chia seed dressing
Beet Salad$17.95
arugula, goat cheese, candied pecans, duo of beets, dill, pomegranate, onion, agave citrus dressing

Sandwich Ville

Add Half Avocado $3.95, Add Fried Egg $3.50. Substitute gluten-free bun on any sandwich $1.95

Smokey Porkinson Grilled Cheese$16.95
sweet & spicy pulled pork, cheddar cheese, egg bread, fries
Bacon + Lettuce + Tomato$16.95
bacon, lettuce, tomato, chipotle mayo, texas toast, fries
Breakfast Sandwich$17.95
croissant, arugula, egg, avocado, chipotle mayo, fries
Toronto Cuban Melt$18.95
peameal, american cheese, grainy mustard, bacon, pickles, egg bread, fries
The General's Fried Chicken$21.95
buttermilk fried chicken, buffalo hot sauce, broccoli & apple slaw, pickles, mayo, fries
Lobster Grilled Cheese$22.95
sauced lobster, egg bread, three-cheese blend, avocado, fries
Veggie Burger$21.95
plant-based patty, lettuce, onion, tomato, pickle, vegan mayo, potato bun, fries
The Old School Burger$22.95
two beef patties, mushrooms, swiss cheese, lettuce, pickles, os sauce, crispy onions, fries

Blueberry Hill

The Old School Legend$20.95
fluffy buttermilk pancakes, housemade blueberry compote, bacon, brown sugar butter

OG Classics

Easy-E Breakfast$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
- Peameal Bacon$18.95
- Avocado (Vegetarian)$18.95
- Smoked Salmon$20.95
- Pulled Pork$18.95
- Fried Chicken$19.95
- Lobster$23.95
Return of the Mac & Cheese$17.95
homestyle skillet of mac & cheese, three-cheese blend, old school creamy bechamel
Finger Lickin' Chicken & Waffles$19.95
buttermilk fried chicken, tabasco honey, fluffy waffle
Pardon My French...Toast$19.95
egg bread, peanut butter, strawberry jam, buttered peanuts, strawberry compote, peanut butter chips

Old School Sides

Bacon$5.95
Turkey Sausage$5.95
Fries$4.95
Home Fries$5.95
Yam Fries$5.95
Truffle Fries$7.95
Baked Beans$3.95
Half Avocado$3.95
Smoked Salmon$6.95
Side Toast$2.95
Gluten-Free Toast$3.50
2 Scrambled Eggs$5.95

Substitutions

Sub Yam Fries$2.95
Sub Mixed Greens$2.95
Sub Caesar Salad$2.95
Sub Truffle Fries$3.95

What 890 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.2

4.2 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
4.2Service
4Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Toronto / Ontario
Great for brunch
Toronto
Great for brunch

890 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Nice simple menu with good options Good substitutes Friendly staff Nice indoor seating area
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DesmondL
Edmonton
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
Had a great brunch! Melissa was lovely, best server I’ve had in a long time! Food was great as well.
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ChristineC
Philadelphia
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall4food3service4ambience4
The turkey sausages were horrid. Eggs were a little under done but overall it was fine.
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DeniseK
New York Area
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 24, 2023
overall3food3service4ambience3
Made a reservation for 7 for indoors but when we arrived we were placed outdoors….not a big deal as it was a beautiful day and a nice patio but the bees were a real problem. All was good until the drinks and food came out and then the bees became a real nuisance…made it difficult to carry on a conversation as everyone was swatting bees. Food was ok. Seems like the winner was the Mac and Cheese. Our server was delightful but I am not sure of her name which is too bad. She was very attentive, knew what she was doing, and good overall service. We ended up leaving after our meal instead of ordering dessert and/or coffees because of the bees. Hopefully they are able to find a solution. Big plus that you can make a reservation for brunch on a Sunday.
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Jade
Calgary
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had the eggs bennedict, really enjoyed it. Our server was great!
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 23, 2023
overall1food1service1ambience2
The service was terrible! I went there and we wanted to change our seats to the booth as the restaurant was empty so we saw a working walking towards us and we said excuse me she just said one sec, not a “oh I’m sorry give me a sec I’ll be right with you” and she said one sec in a rude way then didn’t even come back when she saw us again. I got their pancakes and it was terrible but their other food could be good. My bf drop some of his pancakes on the ground and he cleaned it up and the staff watched him clean it up and no one even offered to help. There were flies everywhere which was annoying and when we got our water, it had a bleach smell to it. Overall very disappointed as I heard some many good things about this place. The main server was nice but the others were terrible.
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AlexandraC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Lovely food. Great taste and reasonable portion size. Quick and friendly service. Good prices. Only downfall was lots of wasps out in the patio.
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ArunS
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great breakfast! The chicken and waffles are the best in the area
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GeorgeAmberson1966
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on September 16, 2023
overall2food2service3ambience2
Mediocre food. Bland taste. Not impressed at all. Expensive for food quality.
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ColinJ
Toronto
1 review
vip
4.0
1 review
Dined on September 10, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience4
Wonderful experience. Friendly service. Great food. Loved it. Only reco...wasp traps 😬
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DominiqueK
Toronto
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on September 4, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience4
My group decided to sit on the patio and, besides the wasps, everything else about the experience was great! Our server was pleasant and checked in with us frequently. We absolutely loved the espresso martinis. Everyone enjoyed their food and I would definitely come back!
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Nice experience to eat there. Person that helped us very nice and full of energetic. Love to visit again!
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Davidson
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on September 4, 2023
overall3food4service4ambience3
We really enjoyed the brunch. Great cocktails. The music was WAY too loud. Our server couldn't hear us and we couldn't hear each other. Maybe a more laid back vibe would be better for brunch.
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RianAdu
Toronto
2 reviews
vip
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
Our waiter was super nice and had a open and friendly demeanour. The pancakes were solid as always and the breakfast is delicious.
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GustyM
Baltimore
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall3food3service1ambience2
We arrived shortly before our reservation time and we’re told there were no tables and that it would be a 5-10 minute wait. We were then seated at the back of the patio basically in the trash collection corner. Our waitress was very attentive and took our drink and food orders in a timely manner. We also got our food and drinks in a timely manner, however, when our food arrived we were bombarded with wasps. It was so bad to the point that a few of us (there were 4 of us total) had to get up and stand basically in the street to eat our food. When we asked the hostess if we could move inside, while we were standing in the street trying to eat our food being attacked by wasps, she told us there were no other tables to move to and that there was nothing she could do. The only person who actively helped us was our server who moved us to a table up under a tree on the back deck, where we sat for 5 minutes and then got our check. We were not able to enjoy our food or brunch and stayed at the restaurant under an hour. We had really been hoping for a leisurely relaxing breakfast, but instead we were met with staff who seemed to not care at all about the wasp problem. I mean, a few of the staff just walked right by us as we were standing there being bombarded with wasps (at least 20, not exaggerating). Overall very disappointed with the staff who seemed to not care about our dining experience. Seems like the whole team needs to work on their communication and customer satisfaction. None of our food or drinks were comped even though it was basically impossible to finish our meals. The wasp issue was so bad that as we were leaving the hostess tried to sit a couple back in our area and they immediately said no and ended up leaving to eat somewhere else. Just due to the staff issues and our experience, I wouldn’t recommend eating here. Again, our server was great, she was the only one that helped us.
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MartaN
Miami - Dade
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent comfort food the best I’ve had in a long time. Good service. Excellent drinks Good music and well priced.
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RenatoL
Toronto
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on September 2, 2023
overall1food2service1ambience3
The chicken was drier than if you would have to chew a vintage flip-flop. The service was horrible: got my milk spilled over the table and waited for the waiter to come and clean it and didn’t happened if after almost 30 mins, I got tired of waiting and had to ask. Got a wet towel and had to clean it myself. Why do we have to tip? This TIP colture MUST END. In my experience, from al the places I’ve visited, the one with the best, consistent service is where TIP is not given since the people are on salary, therefore, they are made accountable.
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MissDianaB
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I love Old School. My second time there and will definitely go back again. Our waitress was lovely, lovely!!!!
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious! Not an ideal place to go with a stroller but staff was great and food was very good!
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Marinam
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
one of the best spots in town totally recommend to all my friends and community. sleep up the hard work
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MissLiz
Toronto
11 reviews
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on August 26, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience3
I first must say the staff here is excellent. They are very kind and efficient. They are authentic and friendly. It was well staffed too. The menu is limited for a Brunch but anyone can find something. I found the prices way too steep. My drink cost more than my entree. Seriously $18.00 for a “cocktail special” is outrageous. I love that they have a dog friendly patio but that does not make charging so much for a drink okay.
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rbFamily
Toronto
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on August 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
First time! Reservation set and seated promptly. Ambience was great and the food was incredible. I had the blueberry hill pancake sack which were phenomenal, not too sweet at all! The menu has great prices and the quality of food is like no where else in the city. Would definitely recommend!! Our server Melissa-Sue was amazing as well.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on August 22, 2023
overall1food1service1ambience1
I sat at the table outside and bees kept flying into my plate, during which I asked a waitress to change tables, but she ignored me. The fried chicken I ordered, overfried and pancake bad, was the worst dining experience I've ever had and will never come back again.
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Joey
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on August 20, 2023
overall2food3service2ambience1
Every dishes were dirty. And I made a reservation, but they didn’t care whatever I did a reservation or not. Food was also nothing special, just regular brunch.
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MuskaanM
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on August 20, 2023
overall4food4service1ambience2
I enjoyed the food, although it took nearly 45 minutes to get an eggs Benedict - which was also cold and hard when I got it. I wish they would consider doing something to control the amount of wasps that are there. The service is SUPER slow but the food is good.
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AshleyM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
The food was great and the staff were very nice to our party of 5
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MartinM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Definitely my new favourite restaurant… The food was amazing. The price point was good. The service was great and the ambiance was perfect.
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Vancouverexpat
Toronto
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on August 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food great service - great Saturday night dinner menu
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AngelaK
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on August 17, 2023
overall1food1service1ambience1
There was only one server and she behaved so rude to our table. Giving us plates but we had to distribute ourselves and she overheard what we were saying and kept asking again and again. Food came too late and the croissant seems like at least yesterday. It was morning but the bread was cold and hard. I didn't even wanna give any tips but we had to because we reserved seat for 6ppl. I will never come back.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Customer service was amazing ! Good absolutely delicious Omg ! Place is totally a vibe and the music is perfect ! Found this restaurant on Tik Tok and would definitely recommend and come back for sure
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Carmen
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We choose Old School to have brunch with friends and celebrate a bday. The waitress was amazing from start to end. Cheerful, funny and super taking care of us. Food was great and Margaritas were spot on! We will definitely be back!
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afolabit
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Loved the place . The waiter that served us was just wholesome. I wish I could remember his name but he was amazing and so was the food .
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Kassie
Toronto
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The Old School was amazing. My friends and I ordered the Mimosa pitcher with orange juice and grapefruit and it was incredible. The food was superb. Everything was moist and cooked well. The waffles and chicken were to die for. Service and ambience was amazing. We got our food in a timely manner and our server kept checking in to make sure we were ok. I would highly recommend the Old School for brunch.
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Andela
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on August 13, 2023
overall3food5service4ambience5
Left a note during reservation that it was my boyfriend’s birthday and asked for a candle on top of the food/pancakes. However, when we arrived and I told them my name, nobody looked in the notes/computer to check on the details of the reservation which meant we didn’t receive a candle. I was a little disappointed but the food made up for it. :)
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KrystalS
Toronto
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on August 12, 2023
overall1food3service2ambience1
The tables were too close from each other, the waiter refused to move us to another one in a quiet spot, I requested to get some tomatoes instead of fries, but it was not allowed. In other hand we had a very loud experience, where other clients were yelling with their friends, the music was ear piercing.
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Munira
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on August 12, 2023
overall1food3service1ambience2
The service was bad the waiters were rude and not friendly. Didn’t like the atmosphere in there.
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FerrisN
Vancouver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 7, 2023
overall5food4service4ambience4
over good just truffle fries where old and everthing else was good
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 6, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
Great food and atmosphere. Pancakes and chicken with waffles are a must!
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Lamina
Toronto
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 5, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience3
At Old School, the presented parfait showcases a creative combination of blueberry compote with a hint of yogurt and granola, providing a disappointing flavor experience. Regrettably, the chicken waffle fails to meet expectations, leaving a lackluster impression with its indifferent taste. The chicken itself disappoints due to its excessive oiliness, lacking the desired crispness that would have elevated the dish. Furthermore, the blueberry pancake, despite its overt sweetness, falls short in delivering a remarkable taste, leaving it with a mediocre overall appeal.
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STEPHANIEK
Toronto
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 5, 2023
overall3food3service1ambience1
Felt very rushed by the servers to leave our table even though we had a reservation booked. The waiters supposedly had a lineup and we’re making us leave but when we left there was no lineup disappointed in the service and food was mid and served cold.
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitising
- Surfaces sanitised between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

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 4.2 stars by 890 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Oct 2, 2023

7:00 p.m.

Booked 34 times today

Order delivery or takeout

800 Dundas St W, Toronto, ON M6J 1V1

Additional information

Cross Street
Dundas and Palmerston
Neighbourhood
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
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

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

Old School - Toronto

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

HAPPY HOUR!

Mid Week Brunch Specials!

Weeknight 3 Course Prix Fixe for $35

Blueberry Parfait

Chicken Tenders

Finger Lickin' Chicken & Waffles

Lighter Fare

Blueberry Parfait$13.95

If You Caesar, Say Hello!$14.95

Fiesta Salad$16.95

Beet Salad$17.95

Sandwich Ville

Smokey Porkinson Grilled Cheese$16.95

Bacon + Lettuce + Tomato$16.95

Breakfast Sandwich$17.95

Toronto Cuban Melt$18.95

The General's Fried Chicken$21.95

Lobster Grilled Cheese$22.95

Veggie Burger$21.95

The Old School Burger$22.95

Blueberry Hill

The Old School Legend$20.95

OG Classics

Easy-E Breakfast$17.95

Benny & The Jets

Return of the Mac & Cheese$17.95

Finger Lickin' Chicken & Waffles$19.95

Pardon My French...Toast$19.95

Old School Sides

Bacon$5.95

Turkey Sausage$5.95

Fries$4.95

Home Fries$5.95

Yam Fries$5.95

Truffle Fries$7.95

Baked Beans$3.95

Half Avocado$3.95

Smoked Salmon$6.95

Side Toast$2.95

Gluten-Free Toast$3.50

2 Scrambled Eggs$5.95

Substitutions

Sub Yam Fries$2.95

Sub Mixed Greens$2.95

Sub Caesar Salad$2.95

Sub Truffle Fries$3.95

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Cleaning & sanitising

Screening

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 reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information