Having lived in Leslieville my entire life, I've never visited Lady Marmalade despite the lavish praise I've heard about this place. I decided on visit on a Thursday afternoon.
I pass by this restaurant daily and there is ALWAYS a line up. On my way to the restaurant, there was a couple walking in front of us and I had a feeling they were heading to the same place (and they were!) Once I got there, the restaurant was full, busy, and brimming with chatter (in a good way). The interior of the restaurant is very cute like a home kitchen. The couple I was trailing was in line in front of me. I waited approximately 5-10 minutes before being seated (not bad).
I ordered the poached egg blt with bacon and avocado ($11.50) with the freshly squeezed orange juice ($3.50) and my boyfriend ordered the huevos migas ($11.50).
Food came in maybe 10-15 minutes. Everything looked and tasted very fresh and yummy. The BLT was kinda hard to eat because it was piled really high. I used my hands and everything was messy but I didn't really mind. I enjoyed the spicy mayo on the BLT and the potatoes were pretty good with an interesting spice. But... nothing was outstanding. To be honest, everything tasted exactly as what I make at home for breakfast.
Prices were a bit high IMO for breakfast but portions are pretty huge. I wish I could give 3.5 stars. Not bad but I can't see myself coming back again anytime soon.