Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Hence, a lot of restaurants in the city offer all-day breakfast options.
Aside from fresh bakeries, egg benedicts, pancakes, or oatmeal, waffles are likewise a notable breakfast staple. It tastes so good and comes with many flavours – fruity, savoury, or sweet. Top it off with the best cup of coffee or freshly squeezed orange juice, and you have the perfect morning meal to start your day.
Waffles are not just for breakfast, though. You can have them for brunch, lunch, or dinner! However, there are many creative spins that Toronto restaurants do to their waffles that you might be confused about which one is the best.
To help you navigate, here’s a list of the best waffle spots in Toronto you need to hit up on your day off!
If you’re heading uptown for the weekend, be sure to check out the best brunch restaurants in Markham.
1. Starving Artist
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When Starving Artist first opened, their most cult favourites were waffles. This little gem of a place offers five waffle menus: Starter Waffles, Benedict Waffles, Signature Waffles, and Dessert Waffles.
Whether you like to enjoy plain waffles or would like to try an assortment of toppings, Starving Artist will surely deliver. Their waffles are known for their distinctive crystalline, pillowy, and sugary crunch that can be finished in a few bites. Our tip? Get the maple beans or potato salad to experience next-level waffles!
2. Insomnia Restaurant & Lounge
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With a name like that, you will know that this restaurant will be super funky, lively, and fit the bill. They serve spectacular breakfast creations and delectable dishes on lunch, dinner, and wine or beer night up to 2 a.m. every day.
The waffles here are stellar and best paired with Sunshine Smoothie or Morning Tea available in their menu. While this place doesn’t offer a wide waffle variety, you can make it more delicious by trying some add-ons. You can top their waffles with fruits, veggies, chocolates, ice cream, and more!
3. Eggstatic
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The chef at Eggstatic preaches the old saying, “Eat Breakfast like a King.” Well, with his version of waffles, you would be definitely skipping your diet. Their waffle variety takes up the entire plate. They are exactly what this restaurant claims to be: light, soft, and crunchy!
The waffles at Eggstatic are famous for being crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. They are served with Nutella, mixed berries, maple syrup, and vanilla ice cream. If you want to be a little creative, try their Crispy Chicken Waffles. It is super crispy, full of sweetness, and served with many crispy chicken strips.
This artisan breakfast and brunch spot is a home of comfort food. Everything from their breakfast menu is superb, but waffles are diners’ favourite!
4. Lekker
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Located at Kensington Market, Lekker is one of those ubiquitous dining places that offer authentic Belgian Waffles in Toronto. This famous restaurant serves overwhelmingly thick yet fluffy handcrafted portions of their waffle variety. Their Belgian waffles make the cut, as far as taste is concerned.
The waffles are thick, sweet, and flavourful. Their signature waffle, “Lekker,” named after the restaurant, has not changed since day one. It is tasty and substantial, best served with caramelized banana, whipped cream, and vanilla ice cream.
Honestly, you can’t beat the ice cream and waffle combo, they’re simply irresistible. The waffles in Lekker are indeed one for the books. Most of all, their Belgian waffles are incomparable!
By the way, if you haven’t already, you need to taste the best ice cream in Toronto before summer ends.
5. Le Petit Déjeuner
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This no-secret Toronto spot, famous for breakfast dishes of all kinds, will make you full and happy with its waffle offerings. From plain waffles to waffle bennies and Belgian waffles, they never disappoint. Their waffles are thick, bready, and doughy, so it’s not doubtful why many diners are lining up in the morning.
Their signature waffles are served with a copious amount of maple syrup and whipped cream. Even if you are conscious about what you eat, you would not want to miss their butter and toppings, as they make the waffles even more special.
6. Cluck Clucks
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Do you find waffles and chicken a weird combination? Well, the owners of this restaurant, Maryam Rizvi and Raza Hashim promised to make waffles and chicken the ultimate comfort food. And guess what? They have fulfilled their goal as many Torontonians keep returning to enjoy their scrumptious offerings. Cluck Clucks now serves one of the best chicken sandwiches in Toronto.
One of their customers’ favourites is the “Mother Clucker,” which consists of 3 pc bone-in chicken, jalapeno and cheddar waffle, and choice sauce. They also serve other delicious waffle and chicken dishes with parmesan, mozzarella cheese, and cluck sauce! Not to mention, they have an enticing and funny menu such as “Shut the Parm Up” and “Holy Cluck.”
7. Grandma’s Waffle
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True to its name, Grandma’s waffle offers a classic waffle that will remind you of your childhood. They offer two waffle varieties: the beer battle waffles, made with non-alcoholic beer rather than milk, and Coconut Batter Waffles, made with coconut milk, rice flour, and tapioca.
The second variety, the Coconut Batter Waffles, is the secret to their fame. It is the best seller on their menu because they are made for health-conscious individuals. They are vegan, gluten-free, and come with many flavours such as hot chocolate, black sesame, pandan, and ube.
Overall, their waffles are legendary and far from gimmicks!
8. Eggspectation
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Eggspectation has not only become a breakfast spot in Toronto but to other parts of Canada as well. Serving delightful all-day meals since 1993, this bar and café never fail to make stellar waffles. Their comprehensive menu is like a mini-tutorial of various types of a waffle the world has to offer.
Their All-Time Classic Waffles are called “classic” for a good reason. It is flavourful, has excellent taste, and has a consistent soft texture. All of their waffles taste well with different flavours and toppings. They can be savoury and sweet.
If you can’t dine in and crave a waffle fix, feel free to order one in the comfort of your home.
9. The Dirty Bird
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The Dirty Bird is another champion in the waffle and chicken category. Their all-day menu is broad, and all dishes are made using natural ingredients. It may take some time to cook and serve your order, but trust us, it will be worth it. This place could be your number one go-to place for waffles and chickens.
Some of their most famous waffle and chicken options include “The Big Dirty,” which contains waffles, boneless dark meat, lettuce, tomato, cheddar, and dirty aioli. If you want a lighter and savoury version of this, be on the lookout for “The ODB.” It is made of waffles, boneless dark meat, buttered maple, and dirty sauce.
Their waffles and chickens are best eaten with coffee or tea to savour their flavour. Not to mention that their waffles are served with an incredible amount of maple syrup to give you a subtle oomph!
10. O’Somae
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If you haven’t tried O’Somae, you’re missing out. This café and brunch spot has so many customers every day that they’ll close early once they’re sold out. The place has a unique take on some of our classic and favourite waffles. They serve super thick, extra crunchy, and light-as-pancakes types of waffles.
Head on to their burgers and waffles menu, and order the ever delicious Duck Confit & Waffles. While it may take a while to cook, this is part of your incredible foodie experience. The smell of batter and a massive serving of your order will be delivered in a couple of minutes.
All in all, their waffles are flavourful and moist. They also come in deep ridges and crispy edges, which is perfect for pouring some savoury and sweet syrup in. And even if you don’t put any extra or add on, their waffles are worth it!
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