D-Beatstro - Menu

We popped in on Sunday for brunch and we were pleasantly surprised by the food and the ambience. Black walls and ceilings might sound dismal, but in person it's... read more We popped in on Sunday for brunch and we were pleasantly surprised by the food and the ambience. Black walls and ceilings might sound dismal, but in person it's a trendy backdrop for some stellar art pieces. I ordered the breakfast sandwich; t'was okay but the star-of-the-show was the sexed up potatoes. For an additional $2.50 one can upgrade their home fries to some bean/cheesy/faux sour creamy madness. It was so tasty I lost time. My partner ordered the house huevos rancheros, and they were also stellar. The music was great, our little raven-haired server was lovely, and the coffee was memorable. I'm not a fan of paying at the counter, only because it makes me feel like a retail customer rather than a guest being hosted for a meal, but the intention is to sell you on a donut as you depart. A respectable goal, but we didn't bite. Something about selling donuts at a shop right across the street from Toronto's largest and dearest vegan donut shop gave me a no feeling. I may get over it eventually; I'm a sucker for a good vegan pastry.

Unfortunately our one time experience at D-Beatstro was tainted as they were ill prepared to deal with summer heat. We showed up for breakfast and it was so hot... read more Unfortunately our one time experience at D-Beatstro was tainted as they were ill prepared to deal with summer heat. We showed up for breakfast and it was so hot in the restaurant we were all literally dripping with sweat waiting for our food to arrive. We should have cancelled when it became obvious no relief was coming or turned as soon as we walked in but we came a long way and were hungry. Turns out it was impossible for anyone to enjoy their meal. We only ate until we could not tolerate it anymore, leaving half finished plates, paying our bill before we made our escape to cool off in the direct sunlight! Would not return in summer months unless it was clear that they have invested in an appropriate air conditioning system. Shame because the ambience is right up our alley otherwise.