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5 places recommended by wendyg

OurFaves Foodies from The Annex

Created on Apr 14 2009

Sometimes sushi alone just doesn't make the grade. Here are my favourite Asian eateries in Toronto - from noodle houses to THE House of Chan.

Ki Restaurant

181 Bay Street, Toronto, ON, M5J2T3

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posted Apr 28 2008

Ki beef maki, Scallop and shrimp skewers: It is absolutely incredible! thin slices of seared beef are on top of sushi filled with sweet potato tempura, asparagus, and scallions. I was very happy with this creation.

The scallops and shrimp are giant and very flavourful...two skewers with three types of dipping sauces make for a really great appetizer.

House Of Chan Steak N' Lobster

876 Eglinton Ave W, Toronto, ON, M6C2B6

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posted Nov 10 2008

Steak: It's one of the best steaks in the city, hands down. The steak is tender and flavourful and seriously filling. But don't just fill up on the meat - the Asian-inspired side dishes are all part of the experience. Pair your steak with Chinese goodies like Lo Mein and stir-fried veggies. The potatoes are also spectacular. This midtown steakhouse is certainly worth a visit.

  • favourite thing(s) at this place:
  • Steak

Dazzling

291 King St. West, Toronto, ON, M5V 1J5

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posted Nov 19 2008

Asian restaurants: Dazzling is a great find in that endless block of King Street restaurants running between John and Spadina. Everything at this place looks and tastes great - spicy soups, tender rice paper wraps, noodle dishes piled high, steaming hot dumplings. The atmosphere is also a nice compliment to, and escape from, the hustle and bustle of the Entertainment district....there was a lounge singer at the front, but the vibe becomes gradually quieter and more personal as you approach the back.

Cravings

3393 Yonge St, Toronto, ON, M4N 2M8

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posted Apr 13 2009

Suit your cravings: The name really says it all. You can satiate your most elaborate Pan-Asian cravings at Cravings - from delicate sushi creations to Chinese chow mein. Everything that's great about this place is just added garnish to its main draw: it offers a variety of tasty food at fair prices. Not only was I shocked and impressed by how packed the midtown restaurant was, but also by it's beautifully chic decor (I clearly underestimated this place and my very casual attire reflected that). I had the edamame to start - very salty and generous - and the shrimp teriyaki. The shrimps were juicy and drizzled in an outrageously amazing sweet teriyaki sauce, and paired with a couple handfuls of delicious vegetables. I eyed a steaming plateful of Chinese noodles - definitely trying next time. With entrees running from $12-$18, expect to pay a tiny bit more than some other basic pan-Asian places in this city, but much less than the trendier fine-dining ones - and you'll fulfill all your cravings just the same.

Sweet Lulu

859 Queen St. W., Toronto, ON, M6J 1G4

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posted Apr 14 2009

Sweet package!: It's true, good things do come in small, adorably decorated packages. I had heard great things about Sweet Lulu's create-your-own noodle/rice dishes that I eventually followed the crowd to the West Queen West eatery and ordered a brilliant concoction...rice noodles...sweet chili thai sauce...lots of Asian veggies...chunks of garlic and ginger..etc..etc. I was so satisfied with my lunch, its price, and the cute Chinese container it came in, that I have since returned to Sweet Lulu on many occasions. I recommend either the Thai noodles or the Jasmine Rice as your base, and their tofu in particular is really worth trying!

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