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The Senator Restaurant
Diner and Breakfast Spot$$$$
Downtown Toronto, Toronto
"The Senator Breakfast is the best straight-up breakfast in the city."(5 Tips)
"The French toast and the egg Benedict were perfect."(10 Tips)
"The Berkshire bacon (as described as saltier, tastier, from..."(2 Tips)
"Amazing pancakes!"(6 Tips)
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Caledonia ThomsonJune 4, 2015Cool place with history. I recommend the Senator Breakfast on a morning that you didn't have time to cook, tastes homemade (in the good way) well worth your ten bucks.
- ReemaAugust 26, 2018The French toast and the egg Benedict were perfect. I didn’t like the Senator omelette that much. Generally it is a great restaurant w good staff.
Hailey PatriceMarch 21, 2019Such an enjoyable and tasty breakfast! The food is delicious and local! I would highly recommend this busy restaurant, but prepare yourself for a wait because it is very popular!
- Hailey PatriceApril 2, 2017The most delicious breakfast I have ever had was from the Senator! It is definitely worth the long wait! All of their food is from the area and is so delicious.
MarvinJune 29, 2015Really long wait but definitely well worth it. Really neat way how they manage to squeeze everyone in the resturant — old school! Get the Salmon Eggs Benedict.
AngeliqueMarch 26, 2016Loved the steel cut oats and the atmosphere. Can't wait to come back for the yummy looking desserts. Definitely worth the wait.
The Senator RestaurantJune 11, 2013Hey everyone - lots of interesting new things to check out at the Sen. New dinner menu, new coffee, new taps on the way... plus, we're keeping all our classics. Stop on by and say hello!
Charles ChanMay 25, 2013Pancakes were excellent. So was eggs benedict florentine with home fries, biscuit n beans. Home style old school diner just steps away from the most commercialized intersection in Canada. Amazing
Hani EJuly 12, 2015Keep going. The huevos rancheros is my new favourite! Also pictures is the good plate (top) and the full breakfast (left)
- Nicole RodenbaughAugust 7, 2015Amazing pancakes! Fluffy and flavorful, why isn't there a line around the block? My Benedict fan give two thumbs up to the eggs here but beware the ham is different than our US version, still tasty!
Maeve StrathyFebruary 17, 2013Had the breakfast special - smoked salmon Benedict. Delicious! Simple, tasty food. Loved it! Chilli sauce is amazing and they sell it in jars. Highly recommend this spot.
Al Shaima Al MadaniMay 21, 2018Authentic American breakfast, ask about the dish of the day, quick service
- The Senator RestaurantJune 18, 2013Did you catch cocktail night? Lots of flash specials, make sure to stop by for breakfast, lunch, and dinner... you might get lucky!
Samar HamdanJanuary 2, 2017Very tasty food! The homemade biscuite used in the egg Benedict is so special 😍😍salmon platter was amazing
❀✿ YIᑎG ✿❀October 19, 2014Cute and cozy place to get breakfast! If you're going with more than four people, you won't be all be able to sit together since the seats are tiny
Brandon LooSeptember 16, 2014Breakfast served all day! Awesome service. They were filming for a Food Network show the other day, so watch for it.
Kyo SongMarch 19, 2016Eggs Benedict Florentine for breakfast, and a nice juicy burger (almost like a meatloaf burger) for dinner
PiccololasFebruary 22, 2016Great old school diner with homemade style breakfast. Price range 11 - 19 CAD.
Meghan BrazilApril 7, 2019The food was great, but what really makes this place is the service. Fun atmosphere, and everyone is enjoying themselves!
yvonnnneeeeOctober 24, 2015Get there early or prepared to wait! Great service, decent portion sizes and tasted great!
Jim MillesDecember 7, 2013I don't exactly what they do differently, but these are the best home fries I've ever had.
- Lears FoolMarch 29, 2016The Senator Breakfast is NOT with Peameal Bacon, just regular. If you are wanting "canadian bacon" - go with the Eggs Benedict
Kieran CostelloOctober 14, 2015The corn fried shrimp were delicious and so was the Halibut and Chips. They also carry Goslings Gingerbeer.
Ghassan AlkharboushJuly 10, 2015Tried the steak and eggs and have to say was nothing special. Surprised that they didn't ask how u like ur steak and have it presented medium rather than well done. A bit expensive considering quality
Aprile ElcichSeptember 28, 2015The quaint 40s style of this place is unmatched in Toronto. Decent breakfast - try their homemade hot sauce.
Ezgi Turan 🎈October 27, 2015Smoked Salmon Benedict is amazing! They serve with home-made butter biscuits.
Fabulous old school diner complete with home style food, great bankettes and awesome service - order anything - its all GREAT
Katie NicoleDecember 18, 2015If you're looking for a breakfast that taste good and offers a true diner vibe look no further.
sara ansariJuly 22, 2018Juice was really good and fresh but omelet was really ok like the one you make at home- The Senator RestaurantMarch 27, 2014Like perfectly crafted cocktails and tried and a tried and tested snack menu? Look no further than Bar Senator! Read more
Tasha HawkinsSeptember 15, 2016Came here because the reviews were so good; extremely disappointed. Worst egg Benedict and not cheap. Poached eggs were all hard and the tiniest drop of sauce that we had to ask for more just to eat.
Michelle AdolphSeptember 1, 2012The salmon is fresh and smoked in house - absolutely amazing! Great service and fabulous atmosphere!
Michaela TaylorOctober 25, 2016Great service, really friendly waiter. Amazing gluten free breakfast!
NancyFebruary 28, 2014Farmers omelette with house made chilli sauce. So good. Service is very friendly.
CineplexJuly 13, 2012The movie, American Psycho (2000) has parts of the film shot in this restaurant. The director of this film, Mary Harron, is from Toronto.
One of the beat breakfast places in the city. Service is great.- The Berkshire bacon (as described as saltier, tastier, from England,..) is just like the regular bacon, IMHO..
- MarvinJune 29, 2015If you have more than a group of four they cannot accommodate all of you to sit at the same table. You have been warned!
- The Senator Breakfast is the best straight-up breakfast in the city. Order before 11 and you save a buck, too
- Very cool - as mayor I got 15% off my meal :) Thanks to The Senator!
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The Senator Restaurant
249 Victoria Street (btwn Dundas St E and Shuter St)
Toronto ON M5B 1T8
Canada
Toronto ON M5B 1T8
Canada
real food, real good - a history of serving Toronto's best comfort food, heartiest brunch, and new classics. Stop by for a coffee, a meal, or both!
Closed until 7:30 AM tomorrow (Show more)
- Mon
- 7:30 AM–2:30 PM
- Tue–Fri
- 7:30 AM–9:00 PM
- Sat
- 8:00 AM–2:30 PM
- 4:30 PM–9:00 PM
- Sun
- 8:00 AM–2:30 PM
(416) 364-7517
Features
Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. American Express & MasterCard)
Wi-Fi
Free
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dessert
Drinks
Full Bar, Cocktails
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"Home made everything at this diner. Perfectly crisp fries with spicy, chunky mushroom gravy. Only problem was how to balance a mushroom on the fry!!!"
Joanna Sable - 9.0
"The breakfast was amazing. Get the marinated mushrooms as a side, even if you are getting meat."
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