Best budget-friendly restaurants for the holidays

The holiday season brings about celebration, time with loved ones, good cheer, and a serious budget. While you’re spending money on the best gifts for your family and friends, you may want to think about spending less on your holiday celebrations. Luckily there are many restaurants in Toronto who empathize, and offer great venues and menus at a great price during the holidays.[Photo of Momofuku Daisho by Jennifer D’Agostino]

By Jennifer D'Agostino

The 3 Brewers

1

275 Yonge St, Toronto, ON M5B 1N8

• Phone Number
  • 647-347-6286Primary
• Directions
• Menu

For a casual get together, you’ll want to make reservations at The 3 Brewers. The group menu is not only a decent price, it’s packed with pub favourites like the bacon cheeseburger, steak frites and beer-braised pork shank. There’s also a cocktail menu and a beer-pairing menu.

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Vesuvio Pizzeria and Spaghetti House

2

3010 Dundas St W, Toronto, ON M6P 1Z3

• Phone Number
  • 416-763-4191Primary
• Directions

At Vesuvio’s you can count on some of the best Italian food in the city, and if you’re looking for a spot within a modest budget, then this is the place. The group menu includes Italian dishes like chicken parmesan, veal chop, risotto and more.

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Gusto 101

3

101 Portland St, Toronto, ON M5V 2N3

• Phone Number
  • 416-504-6404Primary
• Directions
• Menu

Gusto 101 is where you can find tonnes of food for a reasonable price. The family-style meals are available for lunch and dinner, and believe us when we say the portions are massive. Dine on authentic Italian cuisine, perfect for any holiday celebration!

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Wvrst

4

609 King St W, Toronto, ON M5V 1M5

• Phone Number
  • 416-703-7775Primary
• Directions
• Menu

Communal tables are what make WVRST a unique option for a holiday gathering. While you’ll have to order from the regular menu, WVRST is a great option for a casual and fun get together among friends. This spot has a massive selection of sausages, beer and cider.

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Momofuku Daisho

5

190 University Ave, Toronto, ON M5H 0A3

• Phone Number
  • 647-253-6227Primary
• Directions

If you’re looking to celebrate the holidays over brunch, look no further than Momofuku Daisho. The Bagel Feast is served with an assortment of spreads, as well as toppings like capers, cucumbers, radishes and more. Also on the menu – scrambled eggs, smoked fish mousses, sausage and more. Available on Sundays, it’s priced at $27 per person.

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The Beer Hall at Mill Street Brew Pub

6

21 Tank House Ln, Toronto, ON M5A 3C4

• Reserve
• Phone Number
  • 416-681-0338Primary
• Directions
• Menu

Another casual affair, Mill Street Brew Pub has a group-dining menu that’s perfect for a laidback holiday party. Located in the Distillery Historic District, the Brew Pub is a good spot to host your friends before you hit the Toronto Christmas Market!

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Superpoint

7

184A Ossington Ave Main, Toronto, ON M6J 2Z7

• Phone Number
  • 416-519-6996Primary
• Directions

For a unique event, Superpoint throws the ultimate pizza party! The private pizza parties are always a blast, and with the underground feel, your holiday celebration will have the ultimate feeling of exclusivity.

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Jennifer D’Agostino is a freelance writer based in Toronto. When she’s not scouring the city for the best restaurants you can find her experimenting with recipes and reading the news. Jen is also an avid photographer.

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