Gateau Ghost

Finally got to try after months of seeing it on my ig 😩 we came on thanksgiving Monday around 12pm for brunch, and it wasn't as busy as I thought it would be. We only waited a few minutes for a table to be cleaned up, and were seated right away. The menu was so unique and I honestly wanted to try everything (but i did notice they use a variety of nuts in their menu so nut allergy people, be careful). Food came out pretty fast and it was all so delicious. We got the shrimp toast, breakfast plate, thanksgiving french toast, and kfc sando to share. The shrimp toast was SO GOOD and would 100% get this again; it was tangy, crispy, juicy, and savoury. The breakfast plate was also really good and I like that they customized it with different meats/sides so it's not your basic average breakfast with 2 eggs. Thanksgiving french toast was ordered just for fun, and it was pretty good, and I liked that the French toast had a crispy and caramelized edge. KFC sando good but not anything special. I would definitely wanna come back in the future to try more brunch items, and also try their baked goods at the front of store as well. Their merch is also so cute 🥺

This review is specific to the gateau ghost contributions to the collaboration dinner with Thai favourites bbq. The review for the Thai dishes are on their respective Google listing. I think overall the flavours fell short of expectations. The ideas were great but I would have liked to see stronger flavours from the Korean influences. Yukhoe gimbap: in a traditional yukhoe, there’s strong sesame flavour, crisp refreshing pear, egg yolk and raw beef. And in a gimbap, there’s lots of textures from the vegetables, pickled radish, marinated burdock root, sesame and sometimes a mustard sauce. In this version, the only gimbap thing about this dish was just the shape. There was no danmuji or sesame flavour at all, in fact the dish was brushed with olive oil which was a missed opportunity. Even if the tartare was a French one one, there’s still be cornichons, but there was very little flavour in the actual tartare. The texture of the seaweed was also a bit too hard. Maybe one layer less of seaweed would have been better but could have compromised on the structure. And lastly, the fermented pear was nice but the wasabi was out of place. Neither enough nor clear how it tied into the dish. Pork galbi: I’m pretty sure this was pork shoulder and not rib meat??? Why was the galbi sauce so weak? It should be savoury, sweet and full of sesame but it was just a jus. Didn’t taste bad but just wasn’t reminiscent of a galbi sauce. The Thai basil kimchi was EXCELLENT. I will definitely be trying that at home. And lastly the cranberry sauce was super out of place and way too overpowering. The rice and grain square with the cranberry just tasted like a granola bar and didn’t quite go with the dish. Cook on the pork also could have been more charred. I saw the binchotan in the kitchen but didn’t taste it on the cook. Yakgwa madeleine dessert: lovely custard, not too sweet and paired well with the persimmon caramel but the texture on the madeleine just wasn’t great. I see the concept but it just wasn’t the easiest to eat. There were also huge pieces of coarse salt on my plate, not delicate flakey salt. I’d crunch on pieces of salt and it just made the dish inedible. I didn’t finish this dessert. Drink pairing: for $50, I would have expected 3 full size cocktails but it was basically one full cocktail, one small one and then a tiny cup of tea. That said, the drinks were well executed and had great presentation. Service: I got counter seating usually the kitchen will serve dished directly over the counter but this wasn’t the case. The serving team often stumbled through explanations of the dishes and it was a bit awkward for them to teach in between/behind us and we never knew which way they were coming in. The only time anyone talked to us was someone from the Thai favourites team who explain the thought behind the fish curry but again, this review is specific to the gateau ghost part of the dinner. For a mandatory 20% gratuity (and then promoted again for more tip on the payment machine), I would have expected a higher level of service. I’d be open to coming back for brunch but likely won’t be back for dinner.

Amazing ambience, food, cocktails, and service! Went there for their viral shrimp toast, and additionally ordered the steak tartare - 10/10! Dew spritz was prob one of the best cocktails I’ve ever tasted. Definitely a must visit in Toronto; I will be returning to try more items on the menu!

Came for their dinner service and had an amazing night! We sat at the bar overseeing the chef, which was pretty amazing to watch. Food was a great mix of Korean and French inspired food. Great portion sizes and easy to share! The fabourites amongst the group was •GG's steak tartare •Mochi pomme-dauphine (very great fusion of ingredients) The server was a little over attentive though, she kept trying to clear our plates with food still on it bc we were too busy yapping lol. Overall still a great experience. Definitely want to come back for the cafe.

Food was great but my experience wasn’t. At first, I ordered breakfast plate with focaccia bread. However, my plate didn’t contain focaccia. When I kindly asked for it, they apologized and gave me three pieces of bread that were even smaller portions than the bread I saw on the other’s photo review. Also, I asked for a cup of coke since the food I ordered was a bit too greasy and I wanted to drink while eating. But the server totally forgot about it even though there were only four groups of people dining in, and they didn’t seem too busy. I kept waiting until I finished my dishes and I decided not to order. I would have understood if there were lots of people in the restaurant but there weren’t. Them forgetting bread that should be in the plate and forgetting my simple order did not make me happy and feel to revisit.

This is a nice place to go out to but I have a slightly bitter sweet feeling left after my visit.. I recently went out for a brunch with my friends, and we had reserved a table in advance. The food was really good and the place was well-kept, but the moment we finished our dishes, we were rushed to pay and leave. I understand that there should be a certain time limit for each booking but I also don't think that it is reasonable to expect a customer to leave in 1 hour. Obviously, no one was actually forcing or asking us to leave directly but it didn't feel comfortable to stay much longer either. Overall, it is fine spot for a brunch but I am not sure if I want to come back.

I cant say enough good things about this restaurant. The service was warm and welcoming, our waiter was so lovely, he answered so many questions we had and even sent us home with a surprise trio of desserts in our doggie bag. Thank you so much for that, really made my birthday special. We had the Steak Tartar, Kimchi Onion Soup, and Shrimp Toast for apps and wow, what incredible attention to detail in these dishes! For our main we had the Bavette, which had such a depth of flavour and the Mochi Potatoes were chewy and delicious, the texture was so fun to experience. The star of the show was definitely the Sticky Toffee Pudding, its my favorite dessert and by far the best I've ever had. I will be back very soon!

Loved the avocado toast — it was full of great flavors! The service was excellent, and I’d definitely come back. The only downside was that brunch only starts at 10 a.m. on weekdays, so we had to wait to sit in the dining area. The classic breakfast with sausage was pretty basic, especially compared to the avocado toast, which really stood out.

We luckily got a table right away during weekend brunch time. We got the KFC sando, GG breakfast plate and shared a matcha latte. The sando was pretty good, I liked how they branded their own bread with the logo. Seriously very aesthetically pleasing. We opted for the garlic fries for an extra charge and I think it made a big difference. It was well tossed in the spices and paired well with the sando. Sando was good, nothing too fancy and was a good amount. The GG bfast place we found was okay, we were not a fan of the jeyuk sausage at all. Should have gotten bacon instead imo. Tables are a bit small and it is also a bit cramped too so watch your surroundings! Nice that the have a rack to hang your coats on the side. I like that there is a cafe at the front for people who want to grab and go any coffee/pastries or get dessert after dining in. Madelines were soft and super buttery (Y).

Got the 6 pack of madeleines. Unique flavours but they were pretty stale. Disappointing for them being 5-6$ each (30$+ in total since I got a mix). Their strawberry matcha was ok- a strong strawberry flavour but completely eclipsed the taste of matcha.

What I love most about this place is the customer service. Outstanding actually. The food is much better than dinner specifically the shrimp toast is a must to order. The chicken sandwich although tasty is outshined by Ohiru which is absolutely worth the wait to try. The sando I had competes with only one I had from a popup location the first time I tried this in Paris. The pastry and breads here are very good.

Great dining and cafe spot on the west end. I was drawn by their matcha drink - frozen matcha and added the vanilla foam on top. Certainly stands out as one of the unique matcha options in the city. I know their online website mentions brunch is only on Fridays and weekends but it's also on a Wednesday when I dropped by. I was really tempted by their display cabinet of madeleines as well! But I ended up choosing something more savoury, Honey Garlic Avo Toast (thick cut honey garlic brûléed brioche, smashed avocado, toasted walnuts, lemon vinagrette, arugula, poached egg, reggiano parmigiano, pickled shallots) for $21. It's a bit on the higher end for a zhuzhed up avo toast. Their GG French toasts are around the same price range while their chicken sando is cheaper at $16. So I'm guessing it's because of the housemade brioche bread. Service was friendly. Luckily it wasn't too busy so I was able to get some work and online meetings done while enjoying my food. Online reservations could be made in advance but you can also walk-in without one during mid week at around lunch at least when I was there.

Came here on thanksgiving for brunch and can I just say it was a great meal. I've been meaning to try this place for a while after hearing about it on social media. I can say that the food did not disappoint. We got the shrimp croquette, chicken burger, and sticky toffee cake and each one was a hit. I cannot stop thinking about the cake and I will definitely be back to eat it again. I will say that the portions are quite small so keep it in mind if you're expecting a large plate. The chicken burger was $21 for the burger alone and you had to add 4$ to have fries with it. I didn't order any drinks but just looking at the menu there were many creative options like pbj latte that I never seen before. Service and ambiance was fantastic. Restaurant is on the smaller side so be prepared to be squeezed together if coming with a large group

Came to check out their frozen matcha, they were one of the first ones to do this in Toronto! Upon arriving, there is a brunch dining area near the back and a quick take out spot at the front with cute seating and tiny tables. Opted for both the strawberry frozen matcha with strawberry foam top and the regular matcha latte. I thought both were great, but the strawberry frozen matcha looked muddy when mixed, would look better if they layered it more carefully. I loved the front seating area with their tiny tables, I thought it was such a vibe. The front area also sells local goodies like jams and salts. I hear their madeleines were also great - would hav to come back next time to dine in and try their sweets.

* Steak frites: solid, cooked nicely, but pretty standard. * Croque madame: comforting, and the bulgogi twist did add a nice touch. * Cereal shrimp toast: definitely the most creative dish out of the three with fun crunch and flavor, though not something I'd crave again. They used to have a mashed potato as a side dish on the brunch menu and honestly the only thing I truly loved here. But now it's only available at dinner. I've tried a few of their drinks, including the viral matcha slush with strawberry cold foam. It was way too sweet for me and didn't live up to the hype, unfortunately. I also gave their madeleines a try, though for something they're known for, I found them a bit on the dry side. Overall, brunch here is alright. Not a spot I'd recommend or go out of my way for, but I don't mind joining friends if this is their choice. Cute vibe, fun menu, and good service.

Came here for dinner, but I wish I had come for brunch, instead. The service was really good, but the food was average at best. The cereal shrimp toast is basically a croquette. You can get something equally cripsy on the outside while soft on the inside for a fraction of the price elsewhere. The bavette is apparently a new item on their menu. We asked for medium, but got medium rare. Given this fact, I expected the meat to be even more tender, but nope. It was unfortunately very chewy. We also got the mochi pomme-dauphine. The mochi itself was delicious, but the dipping sauce that came with it was super boring. We ended up dipping all of the mochi in the bavette sauce to give them proper flavor. The worst part was the ambience. The sound proofing here is non-existent. I could barely hear the person sitting across from me, especially with how loud the music was playing. The staff was very friendly and attentive, and it is the only reason I'm giving this place any stars at all. Food came fast and our drinks were constantly refilled. You also get an adorable sticker of their mascot at the end. The highlight of the evening was the peach raspberry sparkling lemonade. Not because it tasted amazing (it was just average), but because it glows beautifully with the dinner candle behind it.

With such an interesting fusion menu, welcoming atmosphere and great service, this place seems like it should be great. So not sure if this is about personal tastes, but I found it just ok. Stopped by for lunch and got a whole bunch of stuff: GG's Brioche, Cereal Shrimp Toast, Bibim Quinoa Salad, Owen's Sando, Matcha Pistachio Madeline, and a Yuzu Tonic. And consistently across all those, I found the taste to be just ok (and for some of them, pretty pricey for the portion sizes). It's like the flavours across the dishes were almost muted. Fusion cuisine can go one of two ways: accentuating the boldness of the differences, or tempering them down to the safer and more mellow version. This, for me at least, was the latter. Still an ok spot to try, but it's just too bad as the dishes ended up being a ghost of what they could have been.

I got their iced blueberry matcha latte. I thought it was alright - the matcha wasn't a bright green and the drink was way too sweet because of the blueberry jam. After mixing, I could barely taste the matcha. Also tried my friends frozen matcha with vanilla foam. It's what you'd expect - matcha in frozen form. Service was good and the place is very cute. Definitely come here for instagrammable drinks but if you're a matcha lover, I'd go to a different place.

We were at Gateua Ghost to celebrate a birthday, enjoying their dinner menu. Making a reservation is recommended as the dinner crowd fills up very quickly. The staff was very attentive and it was suggested that 2 mains plus 2-3 small plates were great for a couple, so we went with the: smoked kimchi arancihi, cereal shrimp toast, GG's gai lan, and the GG's tsukune and korean spicy short rib as the mains. We also got the sticky madeleine toffee pudding for dessert. Everything tasted great and the staff was very attentive. In terms of kimchi flavours, it was a bit too light, but the other dishes were a great fusion. The arancini was quite light and needed more kimchi, the sauce was creamy, but could do with more kimchi. The tsukune was very herbally in flavourful and not salty. The madeleine was not too sweet and a perfect finish to the night. Their dinner menu does change throughout the season. We will keep an eye out for a reason to visit on a special occassion.

Gateau Ghost is a solid 3.5/5. It's unique, with interesting and unique bites, but not enough intrigue to warrant another visit. Plus the lukewarm service made it hard for me to give the benefit of doubt thus I've rounded my rating down to 3 stars. If you're a fan of mochi, you'll love the mochi potato bites which are a must-try! It comes with a steak that's done well. Skip the short rib dish - incredibly tough whereas you'd expect the meat to fall off the bone. The kimchi arancini and kimchi French onion soup were an interesting fusion and decent picks as well.

Upon entry, we were offered a coat check by the greeter. We ordered the Spicy Paloma (tequila, orange liqueur, lime, gochujang, grapefruit soda) and the Blueberry Matcha Highball (Japanese whiskey, matcha, blueberry, honey, soda). The spicy paloma was lovely and refreshing, but unfortunately there was a musty taste in the highball that I was not a fan of. The ingredients seemed forced and did not work well together, dispite the fact that I like each ingredient separately. For the small plates, we had the steak tartare which is more reminiscent of a Korean yukhoe (tartare) dish than a traditional French tartare. It was seasoned with gochujang, pickled pear, capers, chives and perilla oil which was pretty decent. The kimchi French onion soup was outstanding and had a burst of flavour that kept me coming back for more. The miso peanut roasted cabbage was my partner's favourite, topped with toasted almonds. The cabbage had an incredible umami infused into it through the 12-hour brining process. For the large plate, we had the steak and mochi pommes dauphine. The steak was good but nothing crazy; however, the mochi potatoes are definitely worth a try as they had the flavour and savoriness of fried potatoes, but the chewy texture and consistency of mochi! Very unique. We were also given a raspberry earl grey Madeleine from their bakery section at the end since we were here for an occasion.

I can see why theres such a big hype for this place. I really enjoyed my time here. The food was kinda different from your typical eggs benny/ brunch places. We enjoyed every dish we ordered, service was also quick and friendly. Only down side was that everything was on the small side, portions, plates, tables, chairs and the space is tight/small as it gets extremely packed with people. (Shared between 4 girls) What we ordered: Shrimp toast (9/10) Bulgogi breakfast poutine (7/10) Bistro salad (6/10) Owens sando (8.5/10) Stick madeline toffee pudding (7.5/10) a little too sweet Strawberry matcha latte (10/10) Caesar (7/10) Grapefruit mimosa (7/10) Definitely recommend trying the Shrimp toast, Owens sando and Strawberry matcha latte! Everything came up to 35-45 per person including tax and tip.

Viral breakfast restaurant, let's see the hype! They recently got a dinner menu too so got to check that out soon. I got the bulgogi breakfast poutine plus add on egg extra $3. It was so good, nothing really caught my eye on the menu and the server recommended it so I went with it (she was super nice but half way through she was done her shift so another server came to cover) The bulgogi was super moist and very flavourful, with potatoes mozzarella and gravy on a very hot skillet! I wouldn't recommend the steak, it just wasn't good because the sauce it came with didn't pair well with it. We ordered their famous shrimp toast but for some reason?? it didn't come, it was heading towards the end of the meal so we cancelled it, so that was disappointing. The ambiance is a super nice, the front is the cafe with a couple tables and at the back there is a lot of tables. whole restaurant has white interior. during the day the sunlight is nice. We got 2 madelines, biscoff and matcha. They had very interesting flavours. both were very good but the biscoff was way better!! There is street parking and 2 restrooms. I highly recommend giving this place a try! I went around 2pm on a weekday there was no one

A couple of weeks ago, we were in the area and decided to pop into Gateau Ghost to grab a quick dessert. I wound up getting a chocolate-filled madeleine that was seriously tasty, so we figured we should come back to try their brunch. We should've quit while we were ahead. The meal got off to a promising start, though, as the Salted Caramel Flat White I ordered was really delicious. It had a really rich caramel flavor that was offset perfectly by the salt. The sweetness level was perfect, and I enjoyed the heck out of this beverage. For my main, I opted for the KFC Sando ("chicken thigh, soy honey garlic, cabbage, pickles, house mayo, parlsey powder") and I added the Parmesan & Herb Tossed Frites for an extra four bucks. It arrived a short time later and on initial inspection, the plate looked really promising. But my hopes were dashed as soon as I picked up the sandwich. The fried chicken inside was so small that it literally only took up half of the sandwich. There were, as a result, many, many bites that were just bread. It was very upsetting (and considering the $18 price tag, quite insulting too). (I've never had a fried chicken sandwich this puny before. In fact, I've been to plenty of places where the chicken was so plentiful that it was spilling out of the sandwich.) Adding insult to injury is the fact that nothing on my plate was hot. Heck, nothing was even warm. This is my number one pet peeve when it comes to dining out, and it was especially egregious here. The room-temperature sandwich was just okay, too. There was no crunch to the fried chicken and the whole thing was a little bland, but the bread was fresh-tasting at least. The fries were fine, but again, fries that aren't hot just aren't appealing. Hopefully they were just having an off day in the kitchen because my coffee was great. And that pastry I had eaten a week earlier was terrific. I doubt I'll stop into the restaurant again but I'd eat that madeleine anytime.

Thick cut, honey garlic brûléed brioche, smashed avocado, toasted walnuts, lemon vinaigrette, arugula, poached egg, Reggiano Parmigiano, pickled shallots. Do I have your attention? First bite of Honey Garlic Avo Toast. We look at each other knowingly and there is no need to speak. When the last shred of green and the last crumb has been devoured, we smile at each other and nod. Two dining cognoscente--in agreement that we had struck gold at Gateau Ghost. Sara Waxman, DINE and Destinations magazine.

Saw many post about this on social media and had to drop by. I didn't have high hopes because it's still just a brunch place. Many reviews said to order the shrimp but I couldn't justify ordering it because there's no sides and it's quite pricey compared to the breakfast plate. Got the jeyuk sausage with focaccia and gravy. Very shocked to see two small pieces of focaccia. Jeyuk was on the salt side but had some sweetness too, reminded me of Chinese sausage. The salad dressing was quite heavy but did help offset the salty sausage. The gravy didn't have much flavour. I'd recommend the scone and jam if you get the breakfast plate to get more bang for your buck. I got the sticky toffee pudding to go, it was very moist and surprisingly huge. The madeleine was also huge, it was the size of my hand! I thought it was a regular mini size madeleine, seems like I got a money worth. I would have to come back for the shrimp another time.

Solid brunch spot, but don't expect to be mindblown! I recommend the baked goods here. The front of the store is a bakery, and the back is a restaurant with an open kitchen. Servers are all friendly. Menu includes some Korean-French fusion items. We walked in on Sunday around 10:30am and we got to sit at the bar within 10 minutes. Table seating was close to 45 mins wait. We got the strawberry Danish, biscoff Madeleine, steak frites, ricotta French toast, and a strawberry matcha drink. The standout item for me was the Danish, it was generously topped with strawberry jam and fresh strawberry. The steak was not seared at all, and the fries were a little bland. The ricotta French toast was not too sweet, in fact it was on the savory side. The texture was perfect but the taste was nothing special. The biscoff madeleine was good. Prices are standard for brunch, baked goods are in the pricey end.

Finally having brunch at Gateau Ghost 974 College St Love the minimalist vibe at the restaurant and of course the dishes are the star of the show! Here's what we got: KFC Sando - Thick Juicy chicken burger was the highlight Shrimp Toast - the crunch was real! Strawberry Matcha Latte Salted Caramel Latte Everything was delicious and I'll def visit again and am looking forward to their dinner service they'll be offering soon.

I've been here 4 times already so you can tell I really like this place! Their KFC sando and cereal shrimp toast were so delicious and I keep coming back for their Madelines. I thought the croque madame was just okay though, although my boyfriend really enjoyed that. The overall aesthetic is super cute and staff were very friendly and helpful. I've only been here for brunch, so definitely want to check out their dinner menu! It gets busy on the weekends but you can put your name down on the waitlist while you walk around and explore Little Italy as there are tons of cute shops around

Really loved the aesthetic vibes and unique food here! Staff were also very friendly. Came here for Sunday brunch at 1pm after joining their queue beforehand and biking over from the east end while we waited. There were 26 parties of 2 before us, and took about 2h before we were seated. Our favourites were the crispy and satisfying shrimp toast, and fluffy and buttery brioche. The poutine was fine, with the the gravy being our favourite part -- i wish there were real cheese curds and that the beef was a bit more tender but overall pretty filling between the two of us. If I could choose again I would probably have swapped out the poutine with their croquettes. Didnt get a chance to try our their desserts but they looked really yummy! Would love to come back and try their other items another time!

Always very busy! Last time I came I was only able to get a drink to go- blueberry americano. Unfortunately that was a miss as the flavours didn't complement each other. I came back again to try the brunch. I got a regular Americano- big hit this time, very flavourful and my friend got a latte which was also very good. We shared the shrimp toast- so delicious and perfectly fried. The bulgogi poutine was good but I think there's better out there. The bulgogi was perfectly seasoned and full of flavour but the potatoes were too soggy. All in all, great place for a fusion brunch. Will be back!

Awesome spot to visit, walk-in only with a waitlist feature. Few things that knocked off a star: - As per my friend, black sesame oat cappuccino does not taste like any bit of black sesame. She said she thinks it's just the sprinkle of black sesame on top that gave it the very subtle/light taste - Jeyuk Sausage is flavourful but a bit salty for us - Same with Owen's Sando (pork shoulder), lots of flavour but on the saltier side Other than that, Cereal Shrimp Toast is a must order and the madeleines were great. Sounds like I might've missed out on a black sesame madeleine so I'll have to try and catch it on another day.

My girlfriends and I came to Gateau Ghost on a Sunday at 10AM, right as brunch opened. Tables quickly filled up throughout our meal, so I'd recommend getting here early if you don't want to wait! I ordered the Cereal Shrimp Toast - though small, this dish was absolutely delicious. I've never had anything quite like it, and I'm a sucker for savoury brunch items. I also enjoyed my Iced Blueberry Matcha Latte, and appreciated that the menu had some non-basic drink options. There is a wide assortment of pastries at the front, so after our meal, we ordered some madeleines. I was pleasantly surprised by the miso flavoured one. I'm glad that all the social media marketing is paying off for Gateau Ghost, and that the quality of the restaurant lives up to expectations.

I got to visit them about a week into their grand opening and the atmosphere was so nice. It was definitely very busy but we were able to get a table just walking in. Service was nice and the decoration was just so cute. The brunch food was really good. Gateau Ghost is now one of my favourite brunch places for Asian inspired brunch. Their mushroom on crispy rice was by far my favourite dish. The crispy rice was such a unique twist and the mushroom had such a good umami punch. My partner got the KFC sando which had a super crispy but tender chicken between a soft brioche bun paired with crispy horseshoe string fries. We enjoyed both our dishes a lot. For the drinks we tried their matcha strawberry latte and black sesame oat latte. I enjoyed both of them. Not mind blowing but still really nice. Obviously we also had to try their Madeline, which is what they are known for. We got the lemon curd one. So maybe it's just me, but I wasn't a huge fan of the Madeline. I found it a bit dense for my taste. The sweetness was just right but I typically prefer my pastries more soft and fluffy in texture. They also had a huge variety of other sweets at the front but I didn't get a chance any other ones. Overall, I really enjoyed the brunch experience. I might just have to give the pastries and Madelines specifically a second chance.

Wow wow wow! This spot is sooo good!! I met my friend there around 10am for brunch. A fair bit from which to choose. I went with the iced matcha drink with blueberry which was very good. For the main. I chose the GG Breakfast plate, opting for scrambled eggs, the bacon and the scone with gravy!! Probably one of the best breakfasts out that I've had in awhile!! Everything on the plate was 10/10, from the fluffy/creamy scrambled eggs, to the flavourful salad greens with Parmesan. Two generous slices of bacon & fingerling potatos, perfectly done. The scone was delish on its own, but with a drizzle of their gravy, it was a great compliment. Our server was lovely and the decor and seating was lovely as well! Can't say enough good things! Get some pastries or a sandwich to go!

Madelines are solid but a bit overpriced. Coffee is very solid too although also a little overpriced. Solid place

Gateau Ghost located near College and Dovercourt offers pastries, coffee, and brunch (only on certain days/times). The owner, Jayden, used to have popups all over the city selling his unique madeleine creations. I was excited to know that he would finally have a brick and mortar location. The front of the cafe has some seating to enjoy your pastries and coffee where there are several tables as you walk further in the restaurant. At the counter the pastries are all laid our perfectly where you will definitely have a hard time choosing what to order! I've been to Gateau Ghost a few times, mainly just to grab coffee and a few pastries. I definitely always have hard time choosing which pastries or madeleines to get. Coffee is great every time and staff are friendly. Vibes are friendly and chill. Get the miso madeleine next time you go! - definitely unique and different (it has that sweet and savoury taste). Overall, great addition to the neighbourhood. Can't wait to return for more pastries and coffee where I also hope to try brunch one day.

3.5/5. Been here twice now and the items that we enjoyed are the shrimp toast and KFC sandwich. The bulgogi croque madam is ok, but they should name it something else since it doesn't have the typical ingredients of this Sandwich like the cheese or sauce. Also the beef is too sweet. The Madeleines are what they're known for but it was dry, below average unfortunately.

This is my first time at this cafe/restaurant but I have had their madeleines before at an event. This time around I had their cereal shrimp toast with a side of fries. The shrimp toast had a crunchy crust and the shrimp was soft and juicy inside. I did find the crust a bit overcooked tho and wanted it to be more of a golden brown color. Also it tasted heavy for my liking which made me dip it into the ketchup more to balance the taste. An acidic element would be really good to add to the dish. For drinks, I had their iced vanilla latte which was good but nothing spectacular. It even reminded me of an instant iced coffee. The ambience was good, pretty and the service was above average. I would go back and try a different menu next time.

Had brunch here with a group of friends. The menu consisted of fusion food - we all got something different to try. Everything was unique and tasty. Drinks were recommended to us, everything was good - the Campari love affair was a bit too strong for me. To each their own- some people love the strong alc. overall, it's a cute brunch spot.

Made reservations through Open Table for a Sunday night. The restaurant was busy but here were a few open tables. The restaurant menu was simple - one page and dishes are meant for sharing. For a party of 4, we were informed that / appetizers, 2 mains and 2 sides would be sufficient. We ordered the Cereal Shrimp Toast, GG's Steak Tartare, Sticky Pork Back Ribs, Bavette, Mochi Pomme-Dauphine, Miso Peanut Roasted Cabbage. The shrimp toast was very tasty and was nice and crispy. The steak tartare was different with the use of crispy seaweed. The pork ribs were of decent size with lots of ribs and were quite tasty. The Bavette was cooked perfectly at medium rare. The mochi was excellent and perfectly fried. The roasted cabbage was very interesting with the peanut sauce. The deserts of Sticky Madeleine Toffee Pudding, the green tea brownie and the pound cake were all delicious. Our server was excellent and very professional, proficient and had great recommendations. Want to try the brunch next time.

I have always been wanting to go to Gateau Ghost and I'm glad I got to have the brunch there! The food was so good, we ordered the Bulgogi Breakfast Poutine, the Croque Madame and the Cereal Shrimp Toast. We also ordered a vanilla latte and a hot chocolate to go with it! The parmesan & herb fries were a little salty but I like how they paired with my croque madame but out of the 3, I would say the Bulgogi Breakfast Poutine was the best - would definitely go back again just to have that. We also got the biscoff madeline, strawberry madeline, matcha strawberry cookie and the calamansi tart. PLEASE GET THE CALAMANSI TART! I was so happy because of how much it tasted exactly like calamansi and reminded me of home. The service was very quick and friendly, our server was super kind and she was so sociable & approachable! Overall ambiance of the resto/cafe is so welcoming, even if you're just ordering pastries to-go! Definitely would come back here again to try out other stuff on their menu :)

Came here for Easter Sunday with my family and to be honest the food is okay. A little pricey and our server was great. If you go with the big group they add 22% gratuity to the bill

sunday bLunch! their pastries looked so good, we'll definitely have to come back next time! what we ordered: KFC Sando +$4 for parmesan & herb tossed fries & Bulgogi Breakfast Poutine. taste: both our dishes and pastries were tasty, can't complain! the parmasen & herb tossed fries were a bit overly salted), else would be perfecto! wait time for our table 20 -30 minutes, seated & greeted immediately. friendly staff. atmosphere: energetic & efficient kitchen & staff seating: tight with small tables parking: street parking or walk Overall, great experience but a small suggestion, try separating the "pick up & go" queue and dine-in queue, it was a bit crammed when we walked in and couldn't find the host to queue up for dining in.

The items on the menu all looked tailored to elevate what simple food can really go if you work at it hard enough. As a result, the pricing is on the higher end as well. The servers were attentive despite it being busy. As for the noise, however, it was quite loud, bordering to the point where I could barely hear sometimes. All in all, a great dining experience and would recommend this spot to others looking for a new brunch/dinner spot!

Tried for the first time. The wait was really long as we went on a weekend but I liked how you could join a waitlist which was more convenient. Food tasted pretty good. I liked the French toast in particular. However, the drinks were just okay. Also, the service felt pretty rushed, really wanted us in and out. Interior was nice and there were some seats at the front of the cafe which was good for those waiting or just wanted some pastries and drinks.

The cafe is so cute! The vibe and the food are amazing! I love the black sesame cappuccino, it's so creamy. The KFC Sando and steak are delicious! Great place to visit during summer!

Food 3/5 - i think i expected more, and my burger was a bit burnt. Fries were good tho! Shrimp dish was interesting but felt a bit on the small size. Not pictured here but a regular latte is $8 here, pretty steep! I would suggest to pass on the croissant pictured here and go for the financiers instead. Ambiance 5/5 - beautiful interior. Especially the cafe section at the front Service 4/5 - it was quite a bit of a wait! But the staff was quite friendly and especially the barista at the cafe who made my drink. Overall, still happy I got to experience the cafe and would still go again to try a couple more of the dessert options!

Tried the Madelines which were extraordinary and the black chocolate cookies. Both were excellent. Will be back soon to try more. Service was fast and helpful.

Stopped by Gateau Ghost after seeing much social media coverage and a recommendation from a friend. Upon entering, I found a cozy mix of a small café and brunch spot, each with its own seating area. The café's small seating area is perfect for quick stops and catch-ups, and the big windows and greenery make the natural light feel great inside. The service was outstanding. The staff on both the café and brunch sides were amazing and helped us a lot with our orders. Now, let's talk about the food. We started with a flight of baked goods from the café. For brunch, we had their specialty blueberry-based drinks: the Blueberry Matcha and the Blueberry Americano. The blueberry flavour was a great cornerstone, really elevating these drinks by adding sweetness to the bitterness of matcha and coffee. For food, we had the Ricotta French Toast and the Croque Madame with beef bulgogi. The French toast had a unique, delicious flavour that was hard to pinpoint but definitely different. The Croque Madame was a great choice as well, very savoury, and I highly recommend upgrading to the beef bulgogi instead of the ham. Overall, I was very impressed with Gateau Ghost. The buildup to the opening was definitely worth it, and it sits highly recommended on my list of brunch places to visit!

Sorry, but kind of did not see the hype on social media about this place. We came for brunch and tried out some of their most popular dishes. I didn't get the shrimp toast or any of their additional pastries. Ended up getting the croque and also tried a latte. Overall felt the prices were a bit steep for the portion / overall taste. Maybe I walked in with too high expectations or did try enough items on the menu? But overall a miss for me.

I can see why this place is popular. It's Korean so it is exotic in dt for brunch option and not expensive at all. Korean pastry is also a lot less sweet so good choice for breakfast. I wouldn't come tho cuz it is one of the instagrammy vibes that has the crowd and trend I want to skip. I am also Asian Asian so this place felt pretentious. I miss having a quiet coffee.

This place can get really busy. Came on a Saturday for lunch at 12:30pm and needed to wait for 45mins for table for 2. Ordered 2 cocktail and 2 dishes. Come fairly quick. Ordered the Bibim quinoa salad and it's basically the style of Korean bibimbap but instead of rice it's different vegetables, and you mixed them together. It tastes good but nothing particularly stand out. Also ordered Owen's Sando; sandwich tastes good but the bun was bit chewy for me. Overall, it's still a good brunch place but the place isn't big so party size over 6 maybe a bit tough.

Went here on a Saturday for brunch we had to wait about 30 mins for a table. I ordered the KFC and my friend ordered the poutine with bulgogi. They had a promo for all cocktails at $8 so we each got one. Overall the food was ok, nothing outstanding. Definitely not worth the wait. We then ordered a Madeleine and their special Olive oil orange cake slice to go. These looked really pretty but the flavor wasn't there. The olive oil cake was really oily and heavy but not in a good way. Overall, would not come back here for brunch. Maybe you guys should focus less on promoting on Tiktok and more on the quality of your food...

The food was delicious. Nice cafe/brunch spot combo. You sit and watch the chef cook.

Best new brunch spot in Toronto!! The whole Gateau Ghost team is super friendly and welcoming the moment you walk in the door and the cafe space at the front makes for a lovely spot to browse products and have a coffee and pastry while you wait for a table. The atmosphere is cheerful and cozy with a very cute aesthetic throughout. Loved the Cereal Shrimp Toast and chef's special Kimchi Arancini balls. Definitely don't forget to pick up a box of delicious madeleines on your way out either!

Went for Sunday brunch and got seated quickly at the bar overlooking the open kitchen. Lovely atmosphere and great food. The shrimp toast is amazing.