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| - Despite living nearby, I've only visited Aft twice - once for dinner and once for brunch. This review will focus on brunch, as the dinner happened a long time ago, so my memories are a bit fuzzy and I don't remember specifics.
I actually didn't realize Aft even had breakfast options until, in an effort to feed my increasingly hangry husband, I turned to Yelp for nearby brunch options. We have a couple old faithfuls in the Queen/Broadview neighbourhood, but we wanted something new. Aft to the rescue.
For a small restaurant, Aft has a healthy brunch menu, consisting mostly of savoury meat-based dishes with an obligatory sugary option for those of us who are relentlessly tormented by their sweet tooth. But really, what do you expect for a place that specializes in smoked meats and other barbecue flavours? Vegans, turn away; there is nothing here for you.
As I said, my sweet tooth always prevails, so I ordered the french toast. My husband stuck to the Broadview Breakfast, which consists of your standard breakfast fare - eggs, meat (your choice of sausage, bacon, or Canadian bacon), toast, home fries, and baked beans.
The portions are really hearty. Despite looking a bit underwhelming, my french toast was too much to finish. Battered in corn flakes and fried, I really enjoyed the crunchy texture alongside the doughy challah, and the light dusting of cinnamon sugar was subtle without being imposing. As a surprise, it came topped with two slices of double-smoked bacon, which was more than enough to balance out the sweetness.
After tax and tip, I think we spent about $45 for our meal, which is pretty standard for two meals (no alcohol) in the area. The only reason this isn't 5-stars? My receipt pointed out that I paid paying $5 for "Freshly Squeezed Orange Juice." I didn't realize that pouring directly from a bottle of Tropicana (I watched this happen) was considered "freshly squeezed." I mean, I ordered the juice, I have no problems paying for it, but just don't tell me I've paid for something far superior to what I got. The menu didn't really list any juices or coffees, so I just ordered what I saw other patrons drinking. Honestly, I think my disappointment could have been avoided if I had just spent a few more bucks and getting something liquor based. My husband spent $5.50 on coffee, but at least he got a whole Bodum worth.
Long story short - great food, limited coffee/juice options, avoid the orange juice, try a cocktail instead for a few bucks more (it is primarily a bar after all).
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