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The Leaside Pub
The Leaside Pub is one of the best gastropub restaurants in Toronto for brunch, especially if you want a strong option in Leaside.
The Leaside Pub is a strong brunch move in Leaside in Toronto when you want the meal to feel worth leaving the house for. Crispy Shrimp and Spinach, Cheese and Bacon Dip also give you a decent sense of the menu.
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Rating (Google) 8.4
763 reviews
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8.4
Rating
Based on 763 reviews
Best used for
brunch and Neighborhood dinner
Price and pace
Good value
Neighborhood
Leaside · 190 Laird Dr, East York, ON M4G 3W2, Canada
Price
Good value
Google rating
8.4 from 763 reviews
Phone
(416) 467-8682
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What to order
Signature dishes at The Leaside Pub
Crispy Shrimp
Lightly seasoned and crispy fried. Served with a sweet Thai chili sauce.
Spinach, Cheese and Bacon Dip
A hot creamy blend of cheese, spinach and artichoke, topped with bacon. Served with grilled pita bread.
Mini Beef Sliders
Canadian mini burgers on toasted sesame seed buns with mayo, tomato, onion, and coleslaw.
English Style Fish and Chips
Homestyle beer-battered fish served with pub chips, coleslaw, and tartar sauce.
Shepherd's Pie
Made in house with ground beef layered with vegetables in a delicious gravy, topped with peas and mashed potatoes. Served with a garden salad.
Why go
What makes The Leaside Pub worth the move
The Leaside Pub is a strong gastropub option in Leaside in Toronto when you want somewhere that already has a solid public track record. Crispy Shrimp and Spinach, Cheese and Bacon Dip also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 8.4 rating across 763 Google reviews.
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Public rating
8.4 from 763 Google reviews
Best used for
brunch and Neighborhood dinner
Style
Gastropub in Leaside
Spend
Good value
Best for
Know before you go
Google rating: 8.4 from 763 reviews
Price point: value
Popular dishes: Crispy Shrimp, Spinach, Cheese and Bacon Dip, Mini Beef Sliders
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8.4 from 763 reviews
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For now, The Leaside Pub holds a 8.4 rating across 763 Google reviews.
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What cuisine does The Leaside Pub serve?
The Leaside Pub is a Gastropub restaurant located in Leaside, Toronto. The Leaside Pub is a strong brunch move in Leaside in Toronto when you want the meal to feel worth leaving the house for. Crispy Shrimp and Spinach, Cheese and Bacon Dip also give you a decent sense of the menu.
What is The Leaside Pub best for?
The Leaside Pub is best for neighborhood dinner, dinner, brunch, family friendly. The Leaside Pub is a strong gastropub option in Leaside in Toronto when you want somewhere that already has a solid public track record. Crispy Shrimp and Spinach, Cheese and Bacon Dip also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 8.4 rating across 763 Google reviews.
How much does it cost to eat at The Leaside Pub?
The Leaside Pub is in the Good value price range (value). Google rating: 8.4 from 763 reviews
What should I order at The Leaside Pub?
Start with Crispy Shrimp, Spinach, Cheese and Bacon Dip, Mini Beef Sliders and English Style Fish and Chips. These dishes are shown from TastyPals notes or restaurant data on this page.
Is The Leaside Pub worth visiting?
The Leaside Pub holds a 8.4 Google rating from 763 reviews. The Leaside Pub is a strong gastropub option in Leaside in Toronto when you want somewhere that already has a solid public track record. Crispy Shrimp and Spinach, Cheese and Bacon Dip also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 8.4 rating across 763 Google reviews.
Where is The Leaside Pub located?
The Leaside Pub is located at 190 Laird Dr, East York, ON M4G 3W2, Canada. Directions are available via Google Maps.
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