On one of my trips to Toronto I decided one night I really wanted to do it up big and eat an amazing meal. However they don't have Blimpie out there, so I had to ask Yelp for some help.
Glad I did. Top rated EVERYTHING in Toronto is The Black Hoof. I feel like it's their version of Traif.
I came here several years ago before it blew up and brought a native Torontonian who had never heard of the place. She was impressed.
We came on a Saturday night and were told it was going to be a real long wait, Boooo. We were then told we could wait at their own personal cocktail bar across the street, YAY! Located directly right across the street, it's a great spot to have pre dinner drinks. If you intend to have drinks before dinner, come here knowing you'll wait and grab some across the street till your table is ready. Candle lighting, awesome drinks and a beautiful interior. Reminded me of many cocktail bars back in Brooklyn.
After some great drinks we strolled across the street for some grub. We talked to the staff to ask what they thought. The people who work here were super friendly. Some of the best hospitality I've experienced. Bread and Cheese were good. It paired real well with a Brooklyn Lager. I honestly felt like I was in a restaurant back home. Same vibe and feeling. People who genuinely cared about their craft, who wanted to cater people without some pretentious BS. The highlights were the Tongue on Brioche and the Bone Marrow. Delicious. I highly recommend.
The Black Hoof is a must for anyone living or visiting Toronto.