Mitzi’s Café

I’ve been wanting to go here for three years since reading an article about their amazing pancakes. We finally had the chance on Mother’s Day and I’m so glad we waited. Even though the day was freezing it was sunny and still worth it to sit outside and do some people watching. I highly recommend going first thing in the morning because we were there an hour after it opened and we had to wait for an hour for a table. It was worth the wait — the oatmeal pancakes that I’ve heard about for years were absolutely delicious and because my husband is an amazing chef he figured out somehow to make them at home even though we didn’t get any advice from the chefs. It’s very casual place in a weird location — residence on Parkdale. I live in Unionville now but it was a nice reminder to make me happy that I no longer live in a goddamn Parkdale— I finally moved out thank God. Both the chefs on the day that they cooked our food looked miserable and sported matching huge black eyes so I assumed that they got drunk and fighting the night before. I felt sorry for my assumptions when I learned the truth which was the night before they were walking home 10 PM from the restaurant and they got jumped/​attacked /​mugged /​robbed /​beaten up. Is that enough reason for you to be happy you don’t live in Parkdale? Just visit during the daytime and watch yourself.

The food was very good (not quite great), the ambience fine, but the coffee is AWFUL!

Poached egg breakfast was fantastic. Fish cakes were a great value. Wasn’t a fan of whatever brown sauce they used to flavour the potatoes

Wowow I am so glad I live right next to Sorauren Park and this lovely place! From the atmosphere to the food, everything is comforting and cozy.
I’ve walked by so many times and there is always a pretty big line outside, so just from that you know it has to be good.
Luckily when I went It wasn’t too busy and we got a seat right away. They have a smaller menu which I actually prefer and on top of that they have a daily offerings board. Everything looked really good so I feel like you can’t go wrong with whatever you order. Also the portions are out of this world, Just so much food! I got a chicken sammy and a salad thinking I wanted something lighter and wow I was so full after! But– good full not I hate myself full.
I highly recommend you check this place out if you’re in the Roncy/​Parkdale area and you want something tasty.

This place is decent. It used to be one of my go-to’s. The daily menu used to have my mulling over what to get because everything looked so good. Now my norm is to order some random sides to make my own version of brunch.
The place is cute but small and there isn’t much ventilation. The service is slow and recently not the friendliest.

Great food, great price, great service. Nice place to start the day in the hood on a cold rainy day.

I hadn’t been to Mitzi’s in a really long time because I never had cash on me (they didn’t take debit or credit before). Which was too bad because I loved their fishcakes, muffins and vibe. The other day I popped by and YAY! They now take debit! Sad to say but little things like that make or break whether I go to a place. Anyway, it was just as good as I remembered if not better. Great service, the décor is much better than before.

Really good brunch place.
We got the pancake and the omelette special and they were both amazing. 4 stars for sure. The pancake was very unique and impressive!
Few things to note: small space but you get seated with 20 minutes max, the portions are large, there is good lighting but poor ventilation.
Overall very happy with our brunch decision!

Food quality… just ok! Impersonal service. Cook, in street clothes, handled food with bare hands. Hygiene? No wifi. Expensive for the ambience and quality!

You need to be a local… I guess.
«Super cute spot»?, yes it is. And brunch may be better than the standard breakfast, but at $ 21.39 for a latte, 2 eggs with bacon, potatoes and 2 pieces of fruit, and 30 minutes to get it, it’s easy to see past the «cuteness».
Mitzi’s is located among a quiet residential neighborhood… a great spot to chill with a coffee and maybe a muffin. There are approx. 10 tables and I can see how it can get busy, especially in the morning. Anyone living in close proximity would probably frequent Mitzi’s for a coffee and maybe a pastry. It’s a nice place to unwind and catch up on new Facebook posts or the latest news. But if you want a decent breakfast at a «normal» price with quick service, this may not be the place for you.
After reading all the great reviews, I went out of my way to have breakfast at Mitzi’s. And I could argue against myself that I was a) in a hurry, b) looking to be amazed or c) wanting to share in the hype, as the reasons why I gave it such a low rating, but the reality in my case was that a) the service was very slow, b) the food was not that great and c) it was about as expensive as the Ritz Carlton.
If you’re in the area, drop by Mitzi’s for a coffee and check the place out. However, if you plan on going out of your way to experience what the locals (who have written the awesome reviews) say is «outstanding», you may be disappointed.
If you want a creative breakfast, go to Easy on Queen and Roncesvalles.

Hmm… I guess the hipster crowd must have a case of Stockholm syndrome when it comes to this place. They’ve been held hostage so long to the lousy food, they’re convinced it’s true love. Because nobody could really love the God-​awful food and lousy service in the heart of ersatz Brooklyn – AKA Roncesvalles. The kitchen is slower than molasses in January and the food is all just slightly weird. Who tosses broiled potatoes in vinegar? They do. I get that poached eggs will come overcooked more than half the time. So instead of complaining, I dispatch the overcooked eggs to a side plate and request a runny one, fully prepared to pay for it. The waitress relays my request to the sluggish cook who merely shrugs at the waitress then proceeds to pretend he never heard it. The waitress in turn pretends that the egg cooking is somehow underway. I grow weary of the charade and request the bill. Paying it, the waitress apologizes but doesn’t bother to take the virtually untouched dish off the bill. She just assumed the stunned «I am in Roncesvalles and I’m a hipster» glare that is the hallmark of every Toronto diner that features candles in mason jars and ironic 60s coffee mugs from Value Village. And yet this review appears in a sea of raves. I don’t know… maybe it’s the whole brunch thing is just not for me. This restaurant’s overwhelming smugness combined with total incompetence is DEFINITELY not for me.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:
1) Mitzi’s. Hidden in a maze of residential houses, with scarce and enforced parking. Hold tight, young foodie. Once you enter this venue, you’ll want to lick this menu.
2) I ordered the pancake. You will not get the satisfaction of my detailed review of this godly/​ungodly dish. It is merely the un-​holy spawn of Heaven and Hell. Pray this dish does not find a way out of Mitzi’s. One bite, and you’ll get my drift.
3) I went to Church after eating this pancake. I had not been to church in 11 years.
4) Mitzi’s pancake was so good, I cannot recall what my girlfriend ordered.

Went here for brunch and I loved it! A small place so had to wait a bit for a table, but everything is house made, and the menu is always changing, I will definitely be back!

Loved their poached eggs with potatoes, fruits and toasts. it is a little shop right in between a residential area. For two people we paid 40 with taxes so a little expensive but it is worth paying that much of money for a heart and stomach content brunch!

A hidden gem tucked away in the heart of Roncesvalles, this place is always packed, and for good reason!
The menu is small but mighty. The vibe is relax. Our brunch was delicious and unique.
If you’re in the area, this place is well worth checking out.

It was really tasty. They have an all day brunch menu, and some specials in the front. The patio was nice on a nice sunny day, but would have rather sat inside — except it was so hot and stuffy in there.
I do like that is hidden, and I thought it was be a great place for some good food and a ‘quick’ lunch.
Was a bit disappointed in the long service. Took about 25 mins before I got my food after I ordered, and there was only a handful of people there. I was on a time crunch and had to stuff my face to leave on time.
I’m looking at their menu online, and I believe I got the Mitzi’s Eggs Benedict, but I’m not sure. What I got was two poached eggs with hollandaise sauce, and bacon but drenched in meat sauce/​oil with potatoes and one slice of orange.
It’s not at all what is described on the menu, but maybe I’m remembering in correctly.
Nevertheless, the meal was flavourful, and rich. and but very salty.
I’d definately come back again for lunchtime in the area. Free parking on the streets.

Mark my words — weekday brunch is the next big thing!
Stopped into Mitzi’s on a quiet Monday morning for a quick bite before my flight to NYC.
Plenty of seating available and no line up (best things about weekdays!).
We ordered the traditional breakfast (2 eggs, toast, potatoes and bacon) and the eggs benny. Food came quickly after ordering.
I always order my bacon extra crispy and there are very few places that can do it perfectly. Mitzi’s is one of them. Potatoes were coated in a savory BBQ sauce which was also different. And both brunches came with a hearty side of fruit slices (melon, grapefruit and orange) meant for eating, not just garnish. I totally respect that.
Downside of Mitzi’s: 1. It’s not well ventilated. The smoke and fumes from the grill top were overwhelming. My eyes were starting to water and my hair/​clothes were coated in a eau de breakfast. If had been warmer, we would have sat outside to avoid it. 2. The price. Each entrée was $ 14 (coffee not included). With tax and tip, we were up to $ 20/​person which is on the pricey side for an average weekday brunch.
I’d probably pass on coming back as there are plenty of other options in the ‘hood and vincinity.

It’s a gorgeous summer Saturday, and after sleeping in to start the morning right my gf and I decided to go out and get some brunch at Mitsys.
Now to preface this we’d been here one time before and it was quite possibly the LONGEST wait for food that arrived cold. But we got to eat outside and figured the cook/​staff had an off day. No harm.
Impossibly busy, TERRIBLE people management in not moving people out once they finish their food. And all in all, ‘meh’ review of the food.
Not gonna go back.

Popped in to Mitzi’s around 11:30am on a holiday Monday, and while there was a lengthy line for a seat on the patio, there was a small 2-​top available inside. Too hungry to wait, we opted for the free table, oblivious to the fact that it was swelteringly hot and stuffy inside (although, to my dismay, this would become clear to me very shortly after sitting down).
After we were seated, we proceeded to wait about half an hour for anyone to even come over to our table and explain the menu (there are no menus, only the chalkboard up front). Then we waited again for someone to come back and take our order, after which we waited another 30 minutes or so for our food to come out. The combination of hot and hungry isn’t a good one for me, so I was hoping that my food would at least be worth it.
I opted for the omelette special — balsamic roasted portobello mushrooms, spinach and goat cheese with a corn and tomato relish. It came with the option of rye or sourdough toast, some fruit, and homefries. While the omelette itself was decent, the homefries tasted old and waxy, and for $ 14, the portions are a touch on the small side for brunch. My boyfriend had the breakfast special and requested his eggs over easy, and they came out completely overcooked, with only the slightest hint of runny yolk.
Service seemed totally disorganized, with the cooks coming out of the kitchen to clear tables and deliver plates, and dirty plates left on tables for far too long. As others have mentioned, location is great and the space is lovely; it’s a shame that my high hopes were dashed by the food and the service.
Note that Mitzi’s is no longer cash only, and does accept debit and credit cards.

Went there for breakfast and I was so impressed by their new fresh new look and décor, what a welcome change; it’s so charming and certainly makes me continue to go back again for many reasons.
Let me just say the food is delicious, the service is always friendly and their pancakes are AWESOME! A great neighbourhood spot to enjoy a lovely meal in a great atmosphere.