I enjoyed every plate that we ordered at la carnita, will definitely visit again.
It has a unique menu and atmosphere.
Tacos are a bit pricey for the portion.
There are a couple of locations of La Carnita in Toronto. We went to the John Street location near St. Andrew Station in the Entertainment District.
They have a very reasonably priced prix fixe lunch menu where you can receive a starter, two tacos, and a dessert for $16.99! (It’s available before 4 p.m. each day.)
This trendy little place with industrial chic is easy to pass up on the exterior, but is a gem of a place on the inside where you are greeted by friendly and welcoming staff who clearly enjoy working there.
I opted for the brunch menu offering a choice of two tacos, a side and dessert for $14.99 which is great value. There are supplements for grilled fish or ceviche (both of which I chose, clearly). The food arrives impeccably presented with plenty of much needed napkins, although I would argue that the actual flavours don’t quite live up to the aesthetics. The barman was kind enough to create a mimosa for me as I wasn’t keen on the vast array of sangria they had on offer. The tangerine guava juice mixer was lovely although the bubbles were a little miserly in quantity. Dessert from ‘Sweet Jesus’ ice cream next door was a delightful treat to finish off the meal.
Overall, a good option for brunch or a meal with friends.
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