Get Melted Cafe

Get Melted? Get screwed is more like it. They continue to sell Groupons that expire in a few weeks while a sign is posted «under renovations for a few weeks» no return date. Showing up in 30C+ heat to find out a restaurant is closed is bad business and bad Karma.

I returned to Get Melted today for takeout. A friend told me that they had a Groupon, and I became curious about whether things had changed since I was last there. The Groupon is $ 12 for $ 20 worth of food. I decided to order two sandwiches for my friend and I to share, and asked for it to go. What I ordered was:
For me: La Poire — $ 8.75 made with Brie, Mozzarella, Pear, Almond, Arugula, Dijon, Marble Rye
For my friend: Classic Melt — $ 5.75 made with Cheddar, Mozzarella, Mayo, White. My friend wanted to add avocado and bacon, but avocado was not available today. My friend also originally wanted the Toad in the Hole — $ 5.00 made with a Fried Egg, Cheddar, White. But that was also not available. So to customize it we paid $ 1.50 for bacon, and 0.75 for an egg… I think! The menu and prices are different online — so we likely paid more for the additions than the prices online.
My friend and I had seen photos of the food online, and I was eagerly waiting to bite into a crunchy pickle and munch on chips as well. About 15 minutes after ordering I got the food in a small bag and I went home. When I got home I opened the bag and we were incredibly disappointed. There were no pickles, and you got a small handful of chips that were seasoned — maybe with onion powder and mustard? It was hard to decipher the flavor. What happened to sea salt chips that would please more palettes? Why complicate it with odd seasoning?
In terms of the sandwiches. Well, they were just that — sandwiches. Not grilled cheeses. The bread was toasted not grilled, and you could not taste any butter. In fact, the bread was dry! My sandwich was actually decent in flavor, but it was not a grilled cheese. And for $ 10 it was not good enough to buy again. My friend’s sandwich was mediocre at best. It was small, with dry bread and a soggy center. In fact, this is the kind of sandwich I make for myself when I am rushing to work in the morning. Takes no time to make and the ingredients are basic.
Oh, and I also got a pop for $ 2. The grand total for our meal was $ 21.10.
Needless to say, I know why they have a Groupon out.
Hmmmm curious, do the people that get take out get less food because… well, why?! If you are gotta offer less for takeout, then there should be a takeout menu with lower prices!
Skip it!
P.S:
*Few computer plugs so hard to relax and work while you eat
**They are open from 11AM to 5PM and closed Sundays. So if you wanna grab a sandwich after work, you are out of luck!
**Prices too expensive – no value for money

I bought a Groupon today, $ 12 for $ 20, and came here for lunch with my co-​worker. I called ahead for pick up and they had no problem accommodating my request. I also informed them that I had the Groupon and they said it would be ready in about 5 – 10 minutes. I ordered the Meaty Goat and added Avocado and Bacon and my worker got the Antipasti. They were ready when we got there and also came with chips and ketchup. I have to say I enjoyed the sandwich that I got but I wouldn’t pay $ 10 for it. With the Groupon, the cost came to $ 6 since I split it with my friend. I also wouldn’t have heard about the place if it wasn’t for the Groupon so I am glad that I got to try this place.

i really detest giving a one star to restaurants, however the most i think about the situation, the more it barely warrants one star…
if you can make a grilled cheese sandwich, stay home
if you can buy no name potato chips and put them on a plate… stay home
if you can put microwaveable bacon in a microwave and cook it… stay home.
as a huge cheese lover, i was very intrigued to come in here and check it out. smack dab in one of the best neighborhoods in Toronto for restaurants. pretty new on the inside, nice lay out, not for big crowds and upstairs is a vapor lounge, complete with tv/​satellite (not confirmed i heard this through someone else) when i looked at the menu i was very happy to see the variety of the items on the menu, plus side menus. the cashier was amazing, she was friendly, bubbly and eager to help out, during what i could imagine was a very busy and beneficial pride week.
i wasn’t very happy after ordering, and neither was the group i was with.
i get it, everyone’s out to make a living, and make something of themselves, however, for how «big» the kitchen is, to only have some sandwich presses and a microwave is pretty sad, i was disappointed that for me and significant other was $ 35 W tip included. they don’t explain on the menu what comes with the sandwich, naturally i thought at the very least fries would come with it, instead we were treated to no name bbq chips. at least they give you a pickle… not to mention our table shook more then some beds in that neighborhood. another peeve of mine, as laid back as this place was, if i have to ask people to move out of the way AND DISTURB their meal, so i can get to the bathroom? you’ve FAILED as a restaurant.
honestly nothing special, for the price i wish more was offered. if you can cook at home, then stay home and save your money, if i could give a lower rating i would.
at least the place is pretty clean.

Came here for some lunch after the Pride Parade on account of we all love cheese!
Sad to say I was LESS than impressed with this restaurant.
They had a condensed menu because of Pride which only featured 5 different sandwiches, with only a side of bacon as a side.
I got the club melt which in itself was decent. Overpriced, and definitely something I could have made at home.
It was served with a small wedge of pickle and small handful of kettle chips.
There is not much seating as this establishment is a converted house.
To be honest, it was a little run down. The tables wobbled and didn’t sit straight, the seating by the window was really dirty which made for an uncomfortable meal.
This meal was not worth what I paid, it was decently tasting, but was not filling and I was still hungry leaving.
²⁄₅

Came here with a groupon. Great customer service, fast delivery. I personally prefer small portions so I was content/​not stuffed afterwards which was a plus for me. But for my dining partner, it was not enough. Id definitely come here again!

We came here with a groupon deal. We tried the Hottie and the Arjun’s toasty. Both were fine but small and overpriced.
Apparently this place is also a vapour lounge since we saw people asking for water for their pipes, which was awkward for us. It seems confusing as to who their target audience is. We only found out it was a vapour lounge when we got there which doesn’t seem family friendly.

$$$ for what you get. I got the apple and cheddar sandwich, which did absolutely nothing to fill my stomach. Could easily eat 3 of them which would cost over 30 $.
other wise this would be a great sandwich shop.

These are not anything close to resembling a gourmet grilled cheese. These could only be of lower quality if they made them in a microwave. For the price they charge I would expect some effort be put into it.

Really overpriced, burnt food. I ordered the classic grilled cheese, bacon bowl side and apple fritter for a total of $ 15 before tax. Both the bacon and the apple fritter dessert came out very burnt. I know grilled cheese is supposed to be quite greasy, but this was ridiculous-​could barely taste the other flavours with all the oil soaked in the bread… almost made me gag a few times trying to eat it. Would not come back again.

Charging six bucks for a basic grilled cheese, a sandwich a 12 year old could grill, bad business decision. $ 3, tops!
Last time the amount of cheese and finished product was cheap and not worth six…

I love this place in principle but it’s not for me. Reeks too much like the wacky to be family friendly too… not that I care… just saying haha
Staff is awesome but I find this place confusing. Do I seat myself? Or do you seat me? Do I pick up my food? Or do you bring it to me? Am I supposed to tip or is this a fast food place?
Portions were too small for my hangover-​hungries and wasn’t actually good bang for my buck…
But that doesn’t mean it’s not good bang for YOUR buck! I probably won’t be in a rush to go back because I’m a pig, but people should try it out.

I stopped in the other day to grab a bite and instead, I left as quickly as I went in. I just didn’t feel the vibe of this place. The staff were friendly and attentive but I left anyway. I want to go back and give it a shot when I have more time. Definitely very unique place.

Came here with two friends on a lazy sunday afternoon a few weeks ago. The weather was awesome, and we were just around the corner so Jeremy M suggested we come here.
The place is cute and quaint and looks like its suuuuuuper 420 friendly (they were selling papers and rolling accessories at the counter, and they have a vapor lounge upstairs). Because of all that, I definitely though the food would be awesome, because stoners + food, thats simple math.
It was too! I got the anitpasti sandwhich, which came on this cute marbled rye with a whole bunch of grilled veggies in it. It was ridiculously delicious! *just dont tell the val i said that veggies can be delicious*
next time im in TO, this will definitely be on my list to go back to!

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The sandwiches are okay but definitely overpriced.
The lounge upstairs is pretty small. With just 10 – 15 people I think it might start feeling crowded. Bongs and vapes are available for rent. No charge to get in but you have to buy something. The lounge was empty the few times I went. No atmosphere.
The shop downstairs is okay if that’s your thing. But the lounge could use a bigger space and some music or TVs or other entertainment.

I was walking by and noticed this little place… Very cute café. Friendly people.
I ordered regular cheese melt sandwich and it was tasty and different. It had mayo and mustard which I didn’t expect. Next time I decide to make one at home I have to try using mayo and mustard… So good…

I was really excited for this place. I stopped in for lunch and flipped through the menu. I saw a lot that got me going so I ordered two sandwiches.
I got the Hottie and the classic Grilled Cheese. My rating pretty much says it for me. I’ve had better and the Hottie had WAY too much Jalapeño on it for me to taste the rest of the sandwich.
The other issue I had was the wait. The price point was there for the sandwich but the waiting for it took too long for me to find it worth it in the long run.
The staff was courteous and friendly but at the end of the day I just didn’t see the full appeal about this place. Also, the lack of mushrooms on the menu was displeasing but that is just me.
Try it if you’d like but this place just wasn’t for me for a multitude of reasons

Came in not expecting much but was pleasantly surprised by the quality. They have perfected the grilled cheese and they know it. Lots of seating and very friendly staff makes this place great.
Just be careful as you might walk right by it or think they are closed as they are raised up above the streets and you might think they are closed or something as we did before we walked inside.
If you like cheesy anything, try this place out. Curious how they would do macaroni…

Gourmet grilled cheese? Don’t mind if I do!
This is a small restaurant near Church and Wellesley that does both take-​out and dine-​in. Its a small space with just a few tables, but it’s cozy and I like the somewhat wacky décor — I haven’t seen a paint splatter pattern on a floor in a while.
I ordered the club melt, which is basically a grilled cheese version of a turkey club sandwich. It’s served with some kettle chips, and at first I though the portion was a bit small, but it was very filling. They used some great cheddar, quality turkey and it was grilled just right.
This is a good choice if you’re really in the mood for some variant of a grilled cheese sandwich.

Question: Did my taste buds melt? Read on to continue.
# of Visits before review: 1
Date of last visit before review: Jan 3, 2014
I ordered a Meaty Goat Cheese sandwich which was comprised of goat cheese, mozzarella, spinach and ham on marble or rye bread (couldn’t tell which one) with a cup of soup.
The total was $ 8.50 including tax.
What I liked — goat cheese and mozzarella cheese was real cheese and not processed. Everything seemed fresh. The roasted vegetable soup either had pumpkin or squash in it with some carrots and possibly red peppers and I love pumpkin and squash.
What I didn’t like:
–The meal took about 10 minutes to come out even though I was the only one there, It’s a grilled cheese sandwich and should only take 3 – 5 minutes.
–It’s not very filling for a total of $ 8.50 (even if it includes tax) and I know I ordered specialty cheese with goat cheese
–I asked about coffee and they said they were sold out… umm. how do you sell out of coffee at noon time?
Verdict — Did my taste buds melt? Not really. It just tasted like a sandwich to me. Would I visit again? Maybe, but not an everyday place for me as I don’t like spending close to $ 10 on lunch without getting completely full. This is a place for cheese lovers, but not for those who think cheese is just «meh».