Toronto's east end is home to several unique independent restaurants, many of which focus on local, organic ingredients and healthy meals that don't sacrifice taste. If you're craving something nutritious on your lunch break, look no further than these spots that offer veggie-packed bowls, healthified comfort food, satisfying sandwiches and fresh salads. All of these destinations are open for takeout, so if you live or find yourself on the east side of the city, grab a nourishing lunch to fuel yourself through the rest of the day!
10
1186 Queen St E
YAYA
Focusing on organic daytime food, this quaint cafe on Queen East serves up gourmet breakfast dishes, loaded sandwiches and soups made with locally-sourced ingredients and many gluten-free and vegan options.
9
327 Carlaw Ave
Fruitful Market
Healthy, quick-service prepared food is on the menu at this small eatery and market at Carlaw and Dundas, where you'll find creative wraps, a mix-and-match salad bar and sandwiches on homemade brioche buns.
8
899 Queen St E
nutbar - Leslieville
Famous for their creamy house-made nut milk and superfood treats, this cafe serves 100% organic food like salads, smoothies, oatmeal and toasts.
7
1060 Gerrard St E
Hype Food Co.
This allergy-friendly bakery and restaurant has plenty of gluten-, nut- and dairy-free options, including build-your-own bowls, tasty baked goods and a few grocery items.
6
678 Queen St E
White Lily Diner
This Riverside diner offers salads, sandwiches, house-smoked meats and classic comfort foods featuring local ingredients.
5
1402 Queen St E
The Green Wood
Healthy options like sandwiches, smoothies and meat-free dishes are abundant at this Leslieville lunch and brunch restaurant, complete with a cozy heated patio.
4
226 Greenwood Ave
Maha's Restaurant
With outdoor seating and curbside pickup available, you no longer have to wait in long lineups to get your fix of this incredible and one-of-a-kind Egyptian brunch food, from crispy falafel pitas to silky smooth hummus and gooey date grilled cheese.
3
265 Broadview Ave
Lady Marmalade
Best known for their coveted brunch that typically draws in hefty weekend crowds, this daytime-only destination serves delicious eggs bennies, sandwiches, salads and bowls.
2
1372 Queen St E
Mira Mira
Serving up ice cream, salads and sandwiches, Leslieville's quick-service spot focuses on high-quality, whole-food ingredients with big flavour.
1
573 King St E
Impact Kitchen
This gluten-free spot has a few locations across the city and specializes in paleo food, ethically-sourced meats and nourishing powder bowls.
Toronto's east end is home to several unique independent restaurants, many of which focus on local, organic ingredients and healthy meals that don't sacrifice taste. If you're craving something nutritious on your lunch break, look no further than these spots that offer veggie-packed bowls, healthified comfort food, satisfying sandwiches and fresh salads. All of these destinations are open for takeout, so if you live or find yourself on the east side of the city, grab a nourishing lunch to fuel yourself through the rest of the day!
10
1186 Queen St E
YAYA
Focusing on organic daytime food, this quaint cafe on Queen East serves up gourmet breakfast dishes, loaded sandwiches and soups made with locally-sourced ingredients and many gluten-free and vegan options.
9
327 Carlaw Ave
Fruitful Market
Healthy, quick-service prepared food is on the menu at this small eatery and market at Carlaw and Dundas, where you'll find creative wraps, a mix-and-match salad bar and sandwiches on homemade brioche buns.
8
899 Queen St E
nutbar - Leslieville
Famous for their creamy house-made nut milk and superfood treats, this cafe serves 100% organic food like salads, smoothies, oatmeal and toasts.
7
1060 Gerrard St E
Hype Food Co.
This allergy-friendly bakery and restaurant has plenty of gluten-, nut- and dairy-free options, including build-your-own bowls, tasty baked goods and a few grocery items.
6
678 Queen St E
White Lily Diner
This Riverside diner offers salads, sandwiches, house-smoked meats and classic comfort foods featuring local ingredients.
5
1402 Queen St E
The Green Wood
Healthy options like sandwiches, smoothies and meat-free dishes are abundant at this Leslieville lunch and brunch restaurant, complete with a cozy heated patio.
4
226 Greenwood Ave
Maha's Restaurant
With outdoor seating and curbside pickup available, you no longer have to wait in long lineups to get your fix of this incredible and one-of-a-kind Egyptian brunch food, from crispy falafel pitas to silky smooth hummus and gooey date grilled cheese.
3
265 Broadview Ave
Lady Marmalade
Best known for their coveted brunch that typically draws in hefty weekend crowds, this daytime-only destination serves delicious eggs bennies, sandwiches, salads and bowls.
2
1372 Queen St E
Mira Mira
Serving up ice cream, salads and sandwiches, Leslieville's quick-service spot focuses on high-quality, whole-food ingredients with big flavour.
1
573 King St E
Impact Kitchen
This gluten-free spot has a few locations across the city and specializes in paleo food, ethically-sourced meats and nourishing powder bowls.
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