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| - Each new branch of this Toronto-born restaurant has taken on its own little theme. Stem Diner was a historic landmark on the old Queen West strip, back when instead of Crocs and Esprit there was The 360 and the old-fashioned furniture store. I'm glad to see the make-over didn't get rid of Stem's old-timey feel. Although the kitchen is hidden in the back now, instead of right up front, I'll give it a pass. They've updated the bar selection- beers on tap include Blanche de Chamblis and others. Wine selection is decent, too.
Since my review of the Ossington Location, the poutine gravy has changed, and from Yelp photos, I didn't think it was worth it.
My husband and I came here as a 'last meal' before starting a new year's fitness diet. No more burgers, no more fried tofu burger, no more poutine for me.
The Miss Joy's sunshine 'burger' is a huge hunk of well-seasoned panko-crusted deep-fried Tofu. Apparently the chef, a vegetarian himself, prefers this over the grain-based veggie patty. It came out steaming hot and on a bun with goat cheese, roasted beet (only one slice) and lettuce. I enjoyed it immensely, even more so knowing that I won't be eating out again for 90 days or so. It was also filling, without getting the fries/poutine on the side.
Prices are resonable considering what the rent must be these days on the strip.
Maybe I'll come back for a salad?
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