Black Hoof is what the 5th star was invented for on Yelp.
This place is in my books the best that Toronto has to offer in the way of restaurants.
Great atmosphere in a small cozy setting, whether you're sitting with a group of friends at the back or enjoying the company of the amazing staff up front at the bar, Black Hoof is just perfection.
I am slowly but surely working my way through the menu but its very hard as I find myself falling in love with everything I try and needing to revisit some of the old meals when those cravings kick in.
I can say that no matter what you try you won't be disappointed but so far the tried, tested and true have got to be the bone marrow, the Tongue on Brioche and the Smoked sweetbreads. These three plates are can't miss and just writing about them is making me want to swing down for a quick bite.
Now as Jen C mentioned, unless you get there really early or fairly late you will find yourself waiting a while for a table but no matter how long the wait you'll be happy you did.
Oh and by the way, if you're vegetarian this place ain't gonna be your # 1 that T.O has to offer. Sorry for that and good luck finding it, to all others Black Hoof is a must!!!