BB's

Filipino restaurant · Old Toronto ·

BB's

Filipino restaurant · Old Toronto ·

Filipino diner with Adobo chicken, pancit, and calamansi pie

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5 Brock Ave, Toronto, ON M6K 2K6, Canada Get directions

@michelinguide

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Why Toronto is Not Just All Business

"A groovy Filipino diner and Bib Gourmand pick with standouts like pork sinigang and classic pancit." - Michael He

https://guide.michelin.com/en/article/travel/best-bleisure-spots-in-toronto-restaurants-hotels

BB's

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"Start your morning or fire up your evening at this groovy Filipino diner bursting with color and coolness. Sea foam green tile, pink booths and turquoise stools set the stage for a hangout that doesn’t take itself too seriously. Brunch is a treat, featuring Adobo fried chicken paired with pineapple habanero hot sauce, while dinner is a different speed. The cocktail bar comes alive, and the kitchen trades in Carol's pancakes with butter and maple syrup for classic pancit with chili oil, chicken liver mousse, and calamansi pie with orange blossom meringue. With a come-as-you-are vibe, this charming restaurant is a welcome winner in Parkdale." - Michelin Inspector

https://guide.michelin.com/en/ontario/toronto/restaurant/bb-s

BB's

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Inside the Toronto MICHELIN Guide Ceremony

"Inside, the scene was equally stylish with bites on offer from Bib Gourmand BB's and Petrossian caviar, while drinks from the Glenlivet and Rémy Martin helped allay chefs' nerves." - MICHELIN Guide

https://guide.michelin.com/us/en/article/michelin-guide-ceremony/michelin-guide-stars-toronto-ceremony-canada-gastronomy

BB's

@michelinguide

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2023 Toronto MICHELIN Bib Gourmands

"Start your morning or fire up your evening at this groovy Filipino diner bursting with color and coolness. Sea foam green tile, pink booths and turquoise stools set the stage for a hangout that doesn’t take itself too seriously. Brunch is a treat, featuring Adobo fried chicken paired with pineapple habanero hot sauce. The wonderfully sour braised pork loin soup will ward off the longest nights and the coldest winters. Dinner is a different speed. The cocktail bar comes alive, and the kitchen trades in Japanese milkbread French Toast for classic pancit with chili oil, chicken liver mousse and calamansi pie with orange blossom meringue. With a come-as-you-are vibe, this charming restaurant is a welcome winner in Parkdale." - MICHELIN Guide

https://guide.michelin.com/us/en/article/michelin-guide-ceremony/michelin-guide-bib-gourmands-toronto-canada

BB's

@michelinguide

48,380 Postcards · 8,030 Cities

New Additions to MICHELIN Guide Toronto August 2023

"Start your morning or fire up your evening at this groovy Filipino diner bursting with color and coolness. Sea foam green tile, pink booths and turquoise stools set the stage for a hangout that doesn’t take itself too seriously. Brunch is a treat, featuring puffy-fried Adobo-fried chicken paired with pineapple habanero hot sauce. The wonderfully sour braised pork loin soup will ward off the longest nights and the coldest winters. Dinner is a different speed. The cocktail bar comes alive, and the kitchen trades in Japanese milkbread French Toast for classic pancit with chili oil, chicken liver mousse and calamansi pie with orange blossom meringue. With a come-as-you-are vibe, this charming restaurant is a welcome winner in Parkdale." - MICHELIN Guide

https://guide.michelin.com/us/en/article/dining-out/michelin-guide-toronto-new-additions-restaurants

BB's

Daniel L.

Google

Food and drinks were absolutely tasty! Wife got the fruity cocktail. After sipping it, I instantly regret getting my beer. Got the stir fried fish and cripsy pork and they taste amazing! Staff were friendly and service was very fast. Thank you. Atmosphere is very unique with an underground trendy vibe. Forgot to mention the dessert pie! Best sour fruity pie. I usually don't like lemon pie so it was a surprise.

J. S. L.

Google

The Bangus Sisig was slightly vinegary which gave it a unique taste; it did feel a bit heavy. I’m not sure it was worth it as it was quite eggy. No rice is offered with the dish. We ordered it as extra, which I recommend. Their spaghetti was unique as its signature for Filipino spaghetti to be sweeter. It tasted like a home dish you’d make as a teen at home - comforting and simple. Okay to try but not quite what you’d go out of your way to order. Honestly, we did not enjoy the Steak Tartare. Their sourdough was rock solid and hurt to bite into and the tartare was greased and heavy rather than light and fresh. Would not recommend. The Tuna Kinilaw was tasty - unique and very different than any tuna dish I’ve had. I recommend you try. The standout of the day for us was the Ube Bae. It was by far the best ube drink I’ve ever had. A must try. Their pie was mediocre; I personally did not enjoy it much. It was unfortunate that they did not have Sinigang as I was looking forward to trying it. They really should make it a standard on their menu as it’s such a signature Filipino dish. The spacing of the restaurant is small, so I found my outerwear falling onto the ground often due to the small size of the chair. Not fun. But great atmosphere with toned down lighting. Overall, it’s a restaurant you may try here and there for some warm home-like food, but not a place that offers a standout culinary experience. I love Filipino food, especially their unique soups, so I had high expectations. But I truly appreciate that a Filipino restaurant exists and is being recognized in Toronto.

Eden

Google

The environment of BB's Diner is super cosy, nostalgic, and aesthetically pleasing with décor that reminds you of home. The people are extremely warm and welcoming and have great taste in music. The food is beyond delicious and the silog dishes are divinely mouthwatering. The fried chicken, bangus, and longganisa are all fantastic, plus house made. The ube and biko lattes are so tasty and craveable. I made a reservation when I went with a bigger group of friends which was helpful for getting a table. When I went with just my partner and I, we just walked in and there was seating for two people at the bar area. Both places are nice to sit at. I highly recommend that everyone take a trip to Parkdale to enjoy a BBs meal because it is so worth it. Maraming salamat to the whole team there.

ModeParChocolat

Google

This is the kind of spot you make your regular neighbourhood spot. Delicious food, casual but warm service, cozy and affordable. The fried chicken was delicious. Pancake is easily my top 3 pancakes ever. It’s so good you don’t need syrup. My only issue is the “platter” ain’t no platter. There was barely any fish on there and the longanisa was tiny. Definitely not worth $35.

Robin Y.

Google

It was a cold day and having cold calamansi juice was not an option but in the Philippines there's also a hot version so the server said she'll use her steamer though they have not served it in this manner. She did a great job. She had initiative, she served with a smile and even chatted with us a bit more. This is the 2nd time I've been here and in both instances, we had a good experience. The food is great. This is probably why they're Michelin listed. Keep it up.

Bredgy L.

Google

Follow @bredgyeats for more food photos! BB’s Diner will make you remember: the Lechon Kawali is a masterclass in texture. Two cuts of pork belly showcase subtle differences - one richer in meat, the other skin-forward and feather-light in crunch. The juicy meat is supremely tender, layered with ribbons of luscious fat that melt into every bite, carrying that unmistakable roast pork umami without a hint of gaminess. Each shard of skin shatters like the perfect chicarron - airy, audibly crisp, dangerously moreish. The sweet, mildly acidic soy-vinegar blend called sawsawan ties it all together, along with just enough chilli to awaken your palate. The atchara - thinly sliced green papaya - adds a clean, vinegary snap that refreshes the palate between bites. Meanwhile, their fried chicken reminds you why this dish has such universal appeal. Arriving glistening with promise, the golden skin was audibly crisp. Bit in, and the crackle gives way to a surge of juice, flooding the palate with pure, savory chicken flavour bolstered with garlicky spices. On the side, a house-made habanero tickles the palate with a tangy pineapple brightness; certainly a superior taste than Jollibee, though admittedly, not the better deal. While the tangy-sweet tamarind glaze carried promise, the ribs themselves were mostly dry - although you can say that concentrated the flavour. The Pancit Canton, however, arrives gleaming with a glimmering sheen and exuding that unmistakable wok hei. Each strand is chewy and resilient, tossed in a soy-chilli oil mix that balances sweetness and spice. At first heavenly, but the oil pooling under the noodles meant the rest was for takeout. Dessert redeems the meal with a bright, tropical flourish, cutting through the savory intensity with its citrus-forward curd. Creamy, smoothie and kiss with the zesty tartness of calamansi and lemon, topped with torched Swiss meringue that’s like biting into a silky, luxury marshmallow - with a lick of smoke that evokes memories around the campfire. Finally, the Graham crust adds that essential crunch.

Naomi A.

Google

The food was amazing, the staff were so friendly and explained all the dishes and even made suggestions. Each and every dish was different and spectacular in their own ways. I don’t think there was even one dish that I had a complaint about. Everything was amazing. Vibe is really nice as well.

Maimai C.

Google

Went here recently and was positively surprised! The atmosphere was nice and cozy, and the politeness of the servers really felt welcoming! It might be a personal bias, but I found that although the food looked amazing, it wasn’t outstanding. However, this doesn’t mean that it tasted bad; it actually tasted pretty good! I’d say that it was probably personal preferences, so keep in mind that the sinigang was a little more sour than expected! The dessert was nice too, as we ordered the calamansi pie! The chicken was crispy, and overall, 5 stars and I’d for sure come again!

Connie C.

Yelp

More and more Filipino restaurants are acknowledged by Michelin in the recent years, Kasama in Chicago for a star, BB's in Toronto for Bib Gourmand. While Kasama didn't give me the right vibes on some of the classic dishes, I felt wary yet excited to try out BB's. BB's pretty much serve whole day brunch, got a few options for the silogs, fried chicken, 2 vegetarian dishes, a spaghetti, and a sinigang. The menu looks a bit small, they went for the safe and standard items. While sinigang is my favorite Filipino dish, I've opted for a silog, let alone their chicksilog. You can't say no to garlic rice. Maybe you can, I can't. The plate came with 2 pieces of fried chicken, served with a tart hot sauce. That was the best fried chicken I've ever eaten. While Jollibee is great, they're nothing compared to BB's. As they shouldn't, it'd be sad if a fast food spot tastes better than a Bib Gourmand. The skin was crispy, not oily, but not dry. The meat was tender, very moist, it's almost like they pumped air in between to separate it from the skin. If you do go, just order their fried chicken, there are 3 pieces of it, you don't need to waste your calories on their garlic rice. It wasn't good. It was cold and lumpy, while it had a good amount of garlic, any place in Daly City can do it better.

Lisa S.

Yelp

Good to try. Their menu is small which makes ordering easy. But I felt like it was a bit expensive. I'd still go back, but not a place I could go often for brunch. We ordered a few items to try: - spaghetti: as with Filipino pasta it is pretty basic with some sweetness to it. Perfect sizing and sweetness. - fried chicken: bomb, so crispy, flavourful and piping hot. I thought the value was worth it considering the quality! Would order this again. - french toast: so lovely! Loved the combination of tropical flavours. The service is fantastic and such a vibe, BOH and FOH. The atmosphere is super cute and very instgrammable.

Winnie T.

Yelp

Food is meh. Expensive for the portion size and nothing wowed us. Honestly think Jolibee is better for the price. The person who dropped off our food had no idea what they were dropping off and what dish went with what... shouldn't they?

Rod U.

Yelp

The Michelin Guide has made it to Toronto and aptly points out that the food in this spirited city is extremely diverse. BB's adds to the diversity offering up their excellent, modern Filipino cuisine. Note: This is a brunch review. The restaurant also offers dinner service. Get the silog. Very flavorful garlic rice with no oxidation, atsara (pickled papaya), a zesty pico de galo, crispy sunny side up eggs and a choice of corned beef hash, longanisa, or bangus. The corned beef hash made from deeply flavored, perfectly braised, pull apart corned beef that is then fried crisp with potato. The longanisa, coarse ground with gentle sweetness and very zesty citrus notes. The milkfish, tart and gently spicy from being marinated in vinegar and chilies before being fried up crisp. All just work with the plate. Do add the chicken adobo. Very good and very different. Just think of it as deeply flavorful fried chicken served with a spicy pineapple habanero hot sauce. Good stuff! Tip: Go as a group, order one silog with a different protein for on each and share adding on other dishes. Finally, for something sweet, wanted to calamansi pie (dinner only) but had zero complaints with the Japanese milk bread French toast with mango compote and coconut dulce de leche. Decadence on a plate. BB's has it all. From extremely friendly, warm and welcoming service to a great vibe from the eclectic ambiance and of course, excellent food. Worthy of its Michelin Bib Gourmand status.

Roger Z.

Yelp

BB's was most definitely the discovery of the summer for me. My friend and I decided to go after a workout at about 1 p.m. on a Saturday. The place was quite packed, but there was this little 2 seater left on the far side of the patio that put us perfectly in the sun. We decided to order 5 dishes to share and excitedly waited for the food to come. We had high expectations as the small menu hinted that each of the items was carefully curated and deserved its place there. The food quickly came and let me tell you, EVERY SINGLE DISH was a HIT. The flavors were clean and fresh yet quite complex. Each item brought something different to the table (pun intended) and built on each other. The bright savouriness, tanginess, and sweetness of Filipino food were such a joy to enjoy on one of the last warm afternoons of the year, and the experience was perfectly rounded out by the friendliness and good vibes of the staff. It cost us 120$ for 5 dishes and 2 juices, a very reasonable price for such a good time. Cannot wait to go back and try out their dinner menu.

Michelle L.

Yelp

BB's is honestly so good, and I really do think it deserved its Michelin Bib Gourmand. The staff was friendly, the food was delicious, and the drinks were really good too (not pictured, but the G&T was good!). I love filipino spaghetti because of the sweetness, and they really nailed it. The portions might look a little small at first, but they were made for sharing. They have a patio and an inside area.

Michelle M.

Yelp

I haven't had much Filipino food in the city but BB's was such a cute spot with unique brunch options. We ordered a bunch of items and shared them family style. Ginataan was my favourite dish that stood out the most. I am not a fan of eggplant but the tortang talong was tolerable. The garlic rice in the BB's silog was dry and crunchy - not the texture I was expecting. The tamarind in the pork sinigang was stronger than what I'm use to. Adobo fried chicken was good with the habanero pineapple sauce. Everything in the Marivic's toast complimented each other well as a dessert to end off the visit. It was hard to get someone's attention so we were waiting around a bit to order and for some other items. Loved the music they were playing.

Ben C.

Yelp

I'd consider BB's is a Filipino tapas joint. The menu is small but covers most of the bases. The portions are meant for sharing and pack a lot of flavor. We had the ahi tuna ceviche, the Pancit, the chicken pipian, and beef and there were all terrific. The restaurant is located in the Queen West area and has retro Miami Beach vibes with a nice patio. The evening was a bit cooler when we went, but the patio would be nice in the summer. The service was great! They offered suggestions, recommendations, and made sure we well well taken care of!

Ada L.

Yelp

BB's, located on Brock near Queen St W. in Parkdale, serves up Filipino eats in a hip and chill atmosphere. They have brunch from Fri to Sun as well as dinner service from Thurs to Sun. I had heard about BB's when they were at their old location and was excited to try them out. Having my fair share of Filipino food, I stopped by BB's on a Friday for brunch. Service was friendly and attentive. They have the traditional Filipino breakfast (you can even get it with bangus (milk fish)!) or you can even get dishes like sinigang or ginataan. I opted to get the BB's Silog (with housemade longanisa) as well as wanted to try the Filipino spaghetti (knowing that I would have leftovers to bring home). Also had a glass of calamansi juice. The longanisa tasted great - vinegar is definitely much needed to cut the richness of it. The garlic rice was great as well, the rice was not mushy and there were parts where it was crunchier, giving texture to the dish. Eggs were made well. The spaghetti was also a big portion. I wished it was slightly sweeter but the pasta was cooked al dente and the ragu it came was delicious. Overall, chill vibes, great service, and decent food. However, it is pricey ($20 for a BB's Silog).

Kat J.

Yelp

So nice to see the old Grand Electric building in use again and with a make over. I really liked their small but yummy menu. We have the friend chicken and the classic breakfast with the homemade sausage. They were both really good. Such nice flavours. The chicken was so crisp and I loved the sauce. They were really slammed so service was a little slow but they were running around non stop and doing everything they could. Our server was really sweet and friendly and made great recommendations Looking forward to going back for dinner.

Charlie T.

Yelp

BBs is a Filipino diner in Parkdale; serving a Filipino twist on brunch. BB's Silong is a breakfast plate with fried egg, garlic rice, and your choice of longanisa, corned beef hash, or fried milkfish. Your go to comfort food. Tortang Talong is an eggplant omelette. I've never had this before and it was really yummy. Definitely something I would get again. Marivic's French Toast is a next level French toast. It has banana, coconut dulce, mango compote, and toasted almond. The pairing is unreal. So good.

Isabella L.

Yelp

Chill, casual spot and not busy during weekend dinner service. They service fusion style Filipino food and I think it was good, but not amazing. I've heard great things about their brunch so might come back one day to try.

Kelly C.

Yelp

We ordered one of everything on the menu, loved the spaghetti, the canton noodles, and the adobo chicken. Food was good, I thought the dishes were small though.

Allison T.

Yelp

This modern day Filipino restaurant serves dinner (Thursday to Saturday) and brunch (Friday to Sunday). We had heard good things about this spot, and decided to try it out for brunch. The restaurant is quite small with limited seating, so we recommend calling ahead for reservations. As for the menu, it is quite limited in items. We tried their: 1. Marivics French Toast This dish is served as a single piece of toast with banana, coconut and mango compote, topped off with roasted almonds. 2. BB's Silog A breakfast plate served with a garlic rice, 2 fried eggs, and fried milkfish. We enjoyed this dish as it satisfied our pallets with the flavours, however the rice wasn't fresh as it was hard and cold. 3. Pork Sinigang A soup dish, traditional in Filipino culture had a very strong sour and savoury taste. Here it was paired with veggies and a side of rice. This cute Filipino brunch spot is definitely something different to have in the mornings. We enjoyed the friendly staff and atmosphere.

David N.

Yelp

BB's was absolutely not on my radar at all, but when I heard they were putting a Filipino spin on brunch, I knew I had to give it a try. We showed up around 12:00 on a recent Saturday and the patio was completely full, but we managed to snag a couple of spots at the bar inside. They've got a pretty small menu, so it didn't take me long to land on the BB's Silog ("breakfast plate w/ garlic rice, two fried eggs, atsara, & house made longanisa"), and I also ordered their hot sauce for an extra dollar. This is one incredible plate of food. Everything works so well together and there are some seriously impressive flavors on display. The delicious, slightly crispy rice is phenomenal, and it's enhanced by the delicious, slightly sweet hot sauce. The star of the plate is that longanisa, as it's one of the best, most flavorful sausages I've eaten in a long time. All in all, BB's is clearly serving up one of the tastiest and most original breakfast plates I've eaten in a while. I only wish I could eat this meal every few days.

Seray P.

Yelp

Amazing food!! Everything we had were so good! However, I think everything one the menu should be shared as the portions are huuuge. The prices are very reasonable. One downside was the heating was malfunctioning and giving cool air so it was kind of freezing when we were eating.

Lauren B.

Yelp

Damn, that is one FINE Filipino brunch right there. I had the traditional breakfast plate -- a perfect sunny side up egg with crispy edges, a mound of garlic fried rice, a little taste of interesting pickles, and a choice of protein - the homemade corned beef hash was a no brainer for me. That plate hit the spot twice over. Cute place, too, like a hipster diner. Love it!

Jamie K.

Yelp

Great Filipino addition to the neighbourhood!! Great family style menu. Went very late in the evening so a few items were not available but it was overall delicious and would come back for brunch!!

Evan S.

Yelp

Amazing! What a great restaurant should be. Food tasted amazing and healthy and well priced.

@michelinguide

48,380 Postcards · 8,030 Cities

Why Toronto is Not Just All Business

"A groovy Filipino diner and Bib Gourmand pick with standouts like pork sinigang and classic pancit." - Michael He

https://guide.michelin.com/en/article/travel/best-bleisure-spots-in-toronto-restaurants-hotels

BB's

@michelinguide

48,380 Postcards · 8,030 Cities

https://guide.michelin.com/en/ontario/toronto/restaurant/bb-s

BB's

@michelinguide

48,380 Postcards · 8,030 Cities

Inside the Toronto MICHELIN Guide Ceremony

"Inside, the scene was equally stylish with bites on offer from Bib Gourmand BB's and Petrossian caviar, while drinks from the Glenlivet and Rémy Martin helped allay chefs' nerves." - MICHELIN Guide

https://guide.michelin.com/us/en/article/michelin-guide-ceremony/michelin-guide-stars-toronto-ceremony-canada-gastronomy

BB's

@michelinguide

48,380 Postcards · 8,030 Cities

2023 Toronto MICHELIN Bib Gourmands

"Start your morning or fire up your evening at this groovy Filipino diner bursting with color and coolness. Sea foam green tile, pink booths and turquoise stools set the stage for a hangout that doesn’t take itself too seriously. Brunch is a treat, featuring Adobo fried chicken paired with pineapple habanero hot sauce. The wonderfully sour braised pork loin soup will ward off the longest nights and the coldest winters. Dinner is a different speed. The cocktail bar comes alive, and the kitchen trades in Japanese milkbread French Toast for classic pancit with chili oil, chicken liver mousse and calamansi pie with orange blossom meringue. With a come-as-you-are vibe, this charming restaurant is a welcome winner in Parkdale." - MICHELIN Guide

https://guide.michelin.com/us/en/article/michelin-guide-ceremony/michelin-guide-bib-gourmands-toronto-canada

BB's

@michelinguide

48,380 Postcards · 8,030 Cities

New Additions to MICHELIN Guide Toronto August 2023

"Start your morning or fire up your evening at this groovy Filipino diner bursting with color and coolness. Sea foam green tile, pink booths and turquoise stools set the stage for a hangout that doesn’t take itself too seriously. Brunch is a treat, featuring puffy-fried Adobo-fried chicken paired with pineapple habanero hot sauce. The wonderfully sour braised pork loin soup will ward off the longest nights and the coldest winters. Dinner is a different speed. The cocktail bar comes alive, and the kitchen trades in Japanese milkbread French Toast for classic pancit with chili oil, chicken liver mousse and calamansi pie with orange blossom meringue. With a come-as-you-are vibe, this charming restaurant is a welcome winner in Parkdale." - MICHELIN Guide

https://guide.michelin.com/us/en/article/dining-out/michelin-guide-toronto-new-additions-restaurants

BB's

Daniel L.

Google

J. S. L.

Google

Eden

Google

ModeParChocolat

Google

Robin Y.

Google

Bredgy L.

Google

Naomi A.

Google

Maimai C.

Google

Connie C.

Yelp

Lisa S.

Yelp

Winnie T.

Yelp

Rod U.

Yelp

Roger Z.

Yelp

Michelle L.

Yelp

Michelle M.

Yelp

Ben C.

Yelp

Ada L.

Yelp

Kat J.

Yelp

Charlie T.

Yelp

Isabella L.

Yelp

Kelly C.

Yelp

We ordered one of everything on the menu, loved the spaghetti, the canton noodles, and the adobo chicken. Food was good, I thought the dishes were small though.

Allison T.

Yelp

David N.

Yelp

Seray P.

Yelp

Lauren B.

Yelp

Jamie K.

Yelp

Great Filipino addition to the neighbourhood!! Great family style menu. Went very late in the evening so a few items were not available but it was overall delicious and would come back for brunch!!

Evan S.

Yelp

Amazing! What a great restaurant should be. Food tasted amazing and healthy and well priced.

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