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Where to Eat in Old Toronto, Ontario: Chinese Dumplings From GLASBO | Varedelo
This guide turns What To Eat at 10 Toronto Food Halls & Markets from GLASBO into a practical food map with 13 saved spots around Old Toronto, Old Town, and Toronto. The mapped places include a market, a food court, a restaurant stop, and an art museum. Use it to understand the places, dishes, and trip context before saving the map in Varedelo.
What the creator captured
GLASBO recommends exploring Toronto's diverse food halls as a faster, high-quality alternative to traditional sit-down restaurants. He highlights St. Lawrence Market for its historic old-world charm and Heritage Town for offering the most authentic Asian cuisine in the region. His journey emphasizes that these hubs are not just for eating, but are architectural and cultural landmarks integrated into the city's fabric.
What this map is good for
- Planning a market stop or short itinerary in Old Toronto.
- Comparing food stops from a creator or saved local map before you commit time in the city.
- Saving 13 mapped spots into Varedelo so the list stays usable on the ground.
- Using the original video as context, then turning it into a clean place-by-place map.
Featured spots on this map
- Eataly Toronto
Italian Restaurant in Manulife Centre, 55 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M4W 1A6, Canada, Old Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Price level: High
Hours: Hours available - Old Town
Neighborhood in Old Town, Toronto, ON, Canada, Old Town, Ontario, Canada - 55 Front St W Union Market
Subpremise in 55 Front St W Union Market, Toronto, ON M5J 1E6, Canada, Old Toronto, Ontario, Canada - Union Station
Transit Station in 55 Front St W, Toronto, ON M5J 1E6, Canada, Old Toronto, Ontario, Canada - Royal Ontario Museum
Art Museum in 100 Queens Park, Toronto, ON M5S 2C6, Canada, Old Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Price level: High
Hours: Hours available - TABLE Food Hall (Fare + Social)
Restaurant in CIBC Square, 81 Bay St. 4th Floor, Toronto, ON M5J 0E7, Canada, Old Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Hours: Hours available - Waterworks Food Hall
Restaurant in 50 Brant St, Toronto, ON M5V 3G9, Canada, Old Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - CHEFS HALL
Food Court in 111 Richmond St W, Toronto, ON M5H 2G4, Canada, Old Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - STACKT market
Market in 28 Bathurst St, Toronto, ON M5V 0C6, Canada, Old Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Hours: Hours available - Wellington Market
Market in 486 Front St W Lower Ground Level, Toronto, ON M5V 0V2, Canada, Old Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Hours: Hours available - Queen's Cross Food Hall
Food Court in 220 Yonge St FA100, Toronto, ON M5B 2H1, Canada, Old Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Hours: Hours available - St. Lawrence Market
Market in Toronto, ON M5E 1C3, Canada, Old Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - 1 more spots
Open the map in Varedelo to see the full saved list.
Food notes from the video
- Chinese dumplings
- Japanese onigiri
- Hong Kong fishballs
- Filipino street food
- Pinoy waffles
- Halo-halo
Experiences captured
- Explored Toronto's underground PATH network
- Visited the Royal Ontario Museum
- Drove north to Pacific Mall in Markham
- Walked across the Eaton Center pedestrian bridge
- Visited the St. Lawrence Saturday farmers market
- Explored a market made of shipping containers
- Visited the CIBC elevated park
- Navigated the concourses of Union Station
Planning notes for Toronto
Toronto's built heritage reflects its colonial history, beginning with First Nations structures and later incorporating French and English influences on city planning and public buildings. The architecture features a blend of historical styles, such as the 19th-century Gothic Revival design of Casa Loma, and modern construction like the 553.3-meter CN Tower, completed in 1975. Victorian sub-styles, including Queen Anne Revival.
Must-try foods nearby
- Seasonal Canadian Halibut
An exquisite representation of contemporary Canadian cuisine, typically served at Toronto's highest-end establishments, like Canoe. - Edomae-style Omakase Nigiri
The pinnacle of Japanese fine dining in Toronto, as demonstrated by the city's Michelin-recognized sushi temples. - Dover Sole in Chicken Velouté
A dish that highlights the new wave of sophisticated, high-ticket contemporary dining, such as at the recently opened Eloise (2026). - Upscale Poutine with Foie Gras and Truffle
An elevated interpretation of Canada’s iconic comfort food, transformed for a world-class palate. - Peameal Bacon Sandwich (Gourmet)
A Toronto classic and a quintessential taste of 'Hogtown,' traditionally served from St. Lawrence Market.
When to go: The best time to visit Toronto is during the shoulder seasons of late spring (May-June) and early fall (September-October) to enjoy mild, pleasant weather and fewer crowds than the peak summer months. While July and August offer the warmest.
Local tips
- Use your credit card tap or a PRESTO card on the TTC (Toronto Transit Commission) for easy payment, which includes a free transfer within two hours.
- Tipping is customary at sit-down restaurants, where the expectation is to leave 15–20% of the bill before tax for good service.
- Observe general Canadian politeness by being friendly, holding doors open for others, and saying 'sorry' even in minor situations.
- For personal safety, remain aware of your surroundings and stick to well-lit, populated areas when navigating the city at night.
What travelers are noticing
- New restaurants (Bello Pizza, Darna Middle Eastern Cuisine, Union Chicken) opening at the Waterworks Foodhall downtown.
- The debut of Pii Nong Thai, an integrated three-in-one concept featuring a restaurant, mini Thai market, and massage services.
- Winterlicious 2026, a major city-wide culinary event with 243 participating restaurants, including many newly opened establishments.
Extra place context
- St. Lawrence Market
Consistently ranked as one of the world's best food markets, this historic landmark is split into two major sections: the South Market (a permanent home to over 120 vendors and artisans selling specialty goods, meats, seafood.
food - Wellington Market at The Well
Toronto’s newest and largest upscale food hall, occupying 70,000 square feet within The Well complex. This culinary destination features a curated mix of over 50 vendors, offering a range of gourmet grab-and-go options, full restaurants, and market fare.
food - Waterworks Food Hall
Located in a stunningly restored 1930s industrial heritage building in King West, Waterworks is positioned as Canada's most elevated heritage food hall experience.
food - Eataly Toronto
The Canadian flagship of the international Italian marketplace brand, Eataly is a massive, multi-level venue that serves as a combination food hall, grocery store, and educational hub.
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Planning questions
What is this video map?
It is a crawlable guide to the mapped places from What To Eat at 10 Toronto Food Halls & Markets, with the creator video, a static map preview, and selected spots from the trip.
Can I save these spots?
Yes. Open the map in Varedelo to save the places, keep planning notes, and revisit the guide from your phone.
Does this replace watching the video?
No. The video remains the source, and the map makes the places easier to scan, compare, and save while planning.
Use it on your trip
Save this food map before you go
Keep the mapped spots, creator context, food notes, and planning details together. Varedelo turns the page into a phone-friendly map you can revisit when you are choosing where to go.