Old School - Toronto

Old School - Toronto reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Jaz

   Toronto3 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on April 27, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 5

   We recently tried Old School in Toronto for brunch, and unfortunately, it didn’t live up to the hype. I had the chicken and waffles—sadly, the chicken was dry, over-fried, and tasted like it had been cooked in old oil. The waffle was soggy, but the saving grace was the blueberry pepper sauce, which was absolutely incredible—easily a 10/10. My partner had the breakfast croissant and found it underwhelming, mostly due to a lack of basic seasoning. As for drinks, the espresso martini was decent. However, we had to send back the margarita twice for being way too sour, and while they removed it from the bill, the replacement wasn’t any better. Overall, it was an experience we were curious to try—but it’s not one we’ll be repeating.
   

   Old School - TorontoResponded 3 days ago

   Hi Jaz, thank you for coming and leaving us a review of your experience with valuable feedback! We are sorry to hear you did not enjoy the food, but we hear you and are glad you were a fan of our hot sauce. We are thankful you gave us a chance and hope we can make it up to you another day.
   

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   karina

   San Francisco3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 20, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We went for Easter brunch and had the eggs Benedict , chicken and waffles , the avocado toast and the to die for blueberry pancakes . Some mimosas too. There was three of us , my 8- year old mother and my husband and I . The music is great in the background. Just a fun atmosphere and very cozy.. we sat near the bar in the middle. I’d love to go back for dinner and enjoy the patio next time. Truly a great spot .. it’s not cheap but where is these days …. Bottomline great spot and fun atmosphere.
   

   Old School - TorontoResponded on April 25, 2025

   Hi Karina, thank you so much for coming and for leaving us such a wonderful review! We are so happy you shared your great experience with us. We can't have to have you back for dinner during patio season!
   

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   Christian

   Toronto2 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on April 19, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 4

   The food was amazing and delicious, but our server attitude was a little rude with the attention and ways to ask for our order, general we don't feel comfortable with his attention
   

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   Old School - TorontoResponded on April 25, 2025

   Hi Christian, we are sorry to hear about your negative experience with our service. We are so happy you enjoyed the food and we hope you come back again soon! Please let us know more details and we'd love to have you back for a chance to make things right this time around.
   

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   Lakita

   Pittsburgh1 review

   3.0

   Dined on April 13, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   Food was good eatting in the greenhouse area wasn’t to great with sun right on top. Made it hot
   

   Old School - TorontoResponded on April 17, 2025

   Hi Lakita, thank you for coming and for your feedback. We hope to see you again and give us another chance!
   

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   Jessica

   Ottawa2 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on April 13, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 2

   Went to Old School for brunch and the food was genuinely good — definitely enjoyed what we ordered once it finally arrived. But the service was really slow and all over the place. We came with different friends who had arrived earlier and ordered before us, but they still hadn’t gotten their food by the time we were digging in. Super confusing and frustrating. What made it worse was that the kitchen kept accepting takeout orders while dine-in guests were waiting over 30 minutes for their food. It just felt like there was no priority for the people actually sitting inside the restaurant. Overall, tasty food but the experience was kind of ruined by the disorganized and slow service. Would think twice before coming back during a busy time.
   

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   Old School - TorontoResponded on April 17, 2025

   Hi Jessica, thank you for coming and leaving us a review with your feedback. We are sorry to hear about your negative experience and hope we can make things right and do better. We hope you and your friends give us another chance and we are happy you enjoyed the food!
   

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   Karen

   Toronto7 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 13, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   My family had an excellent Birthday Brunch. I am happy I made a reservation in advance. It's a popular place. Delina our server, was Excellent. Friendly easy going ,well informed on menu items. We sat on the patio and it was lovely. I'm excited to give excellent feedback. Also, I made several calls changing the reservation size and they were very responsive. Great vibes! It really set such a great tone for the rest of our afternoon! Highly recommend!!!! Thank you!
   

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   Old School - TorontoResponded on April 17, 2025

   Hi Karen, thank you so much for coming and leaving a wonderful review! We are so happy to hear you had a great experience with great service. We hope to see you again soon!
   

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   Christina

   Toronto2 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on April 12, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 3

   Food was okay. We had the blueberry pancakes and the easy breakfast plate, nothing I would go out of my way for again. We paid for “bottomless” drip coffee and never got a refill or was asked how the food was. They sat us in an indoor outdoor room and it was quite dirty (cushions on the bench covered in dirt/dust and leaves.
   

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   Old School - TorontoResponded on April 17, 2025

   Hi Christina, thank you for coming and leaving us a review. We appreciate your feedback and hope to do better for next time. We would love for you to give us another chance and hope to see you again.
   

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   Joanne VIP

   Toronto12 reviews

   2.0

   Dined on March 30, 2025

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 1

   Our first time visiting we ordered eggs Benny pulled pork and there were several egg shells in it. The water glasses were so dirty we asked for clean ones twice. The restaurant is not clean at all tables dirty. Our waitress was nice but overall we won’t come back. We went on a Sunday @ 2 and we did make reservations ahead.
   

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   Cisy

   Toronto1 review

   5.0

   Dined on March 23, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   I had an amazing experience at Old School! The Old School Burger was absolutely delicious, perfectly cooked, and full of flavor. I also tried the Fried Chicken Sandwich and the Lobster Eggs Benny—both were incredible. A highlight for me was their unique Blueberry Habanero Hot Sauce—such a great balance of sweet and spicy that I couldn’t resist taking a bottle home! The service was top-notch as well. My server was super friendly and attentive, making the whole experience even better. I’ll definitely be going back!
   

   Old School - TorontoResponded on March 27, 2025

   Hi Cisy, thank you for such a wonderful review of Old School! We are more than happy you enjoyed the food and service we provided you. We hope to see you again!
   

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    OpenTable Diner

    Toronto2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Pancakes were dry so not worth the hype personally in my opinion. Otherwise, servers were fantastic and place was very busy and lively!
    

    Old School - TorontoResponded on April 2, 2025

    Hi there, thank you for leaving us a review with your feedback! We are glad you enjoyed the experience and hope you come back to give us another try.
    

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