Insomnia has carved out a cozy spot with a loyal cliental in the very competitive Bloor and Bathurst area. I have been three times; for brunch with four, late night with a group nine, and dinner for two.
When going for brunch you can expect two things. First: a rather long wait in line, a half-hour to forty-five minutes for a couple and up words of an hour for any group. Second: an absolutely incredible brunch. The former being well worth the latter. If you are a fan of eggs benedict you will be thoroughly impressed. They have a good variety of options but the execution of both the eggs and the home fries (please get the home fries!) is what is note worthy. If you are not a fan of the "benny" give Insomnia one last chance to change your mind before you write it off for good.
Late night is not as busy as brunch but it has as much potential. The kitchen runs full steam until 2am every night. Drinks and food are reasonably priced for the quality. I split the fried chicken sandwich and the nachos. Average choices but above average taste.
Dinner was actually the more under whelming visit. Not that it was bad but rather middle of the road. The menu offers pastas, fresh oven pizzas and sandwiches but all can be found at many other restaurants with the same level of quality and price range.
Brunch and late night alone could put this establishment at a five star but the three star for dinner puts it at a solid four.
*Please do not mix Insomnia up with Amnesia. While they are both one word mental disorders and are located directly across the street from each other you will find very different experiences at each.