Goods and Provisions

Follow @bredgyeats for more food posts! This place delivers the goods and does it well. While the crispy fried squid is always a safe choice, and the scallops were fresh, they were ultimately overshadowed by their mouthwatering comrades. Firstly, the eye-catching beef tartare delivers contrasting textures of the buttery chunks of tender beef and the crackly crisp sourdough baguette that's delicious enough to eat on its own. Each bite has a profound beefy richness that's only elevated by its thoughtful accoutrements. The deviled egg sauce adds a creamy, savory depth, whole mustard seeds, diced cornichons, and some peppery microgreens. If you're feeling thirsty, then sink your teeth into the thick and juicy Iberico pork burger, which bursts like a balloon containing pure umami. The pillowy soft egg brioche bun is lightly toasted in butter to enhance the richness while also absorbing all the flavourful juices from the patty, while containing the tangy pickles that cut through the richness, a smoky espelette aioli, a nutty slice of gruyere, and sweet caramelized onions. Then, the Basque cheesecake blew me away, but I clawed my way back to savour every last bite. It's decadently smooth, moist and creamy texture effortlessly melts in your mouth, as the cream cheese base provides a pleasantly sweet bite that has a perfectly charred exterior that brings a caramelized, slightly bitter complexity. The heterogeneous bite is mirrored in its slightly firmer crust and gooey center, which is tied together with a bright cherry syrup to cut through the richness of the cheesecake beautifully.

Goods and Provisions has been recommended from a few friends and coworkers, so I decided to finally try it. My friend and I were immediately greeted when we entered and seated. They had one table available when we walked in, plus the bar seating. We ordered and shared the following: Fries, aioli - $14 Shiitake & oyster mushroom on toast, herb sauce - $21 Ricotta gnocchi, sage butter, Parmesan - $28 If you are going to get a dish here, you need to try the gnocchi. It was delicious, probably my favourite item we ordered. My friend and I enjoyed the mushrooms on toast, but the bread got way too soft. The fries were good too, obvi. The aioli was very flavourful. To drink I got the Hibiscus Mezcal Margarita ($19) and I forgot the drink my friend had ordered. I believe what is pictured is the Elderflower Fizz ($18). I really enjoyed my drink and would definitely order it again when I come back. I really enjoyed my time here, the ambiance and service were really great. A nice date night spot, as well. I think it’s probably become my favourite wine bar.

This spot is such a gem! Loud and super tight with seating but it’s a really cozy spot. No reservations, but on a random Thursday was seated right away. The service was really slow here, I had to look for our server often and that part was annoying. However, great enthusiasm and knowledge. The drinks: I got the old facist and it was one of the best drinks I’ve ever had. Hands down. It went down like butter, so smooth and perfectly crafted. I had to have more than one. The tomato toast was so surprising, it was phenomenal. Very simple yet hit ever note. The rib eye was flavourful and juicy, a bit fatty for me but still really good. I wish the fries were crispier. I will definitely be back for the vibes, cocktails and to try more food.

Tucked in the enclave of Leslieville is this gem of a restaurant Goods and Provisions. The ambiance is great with warm wood paneling on the walls and low warm tone lighting. The wall decorations are eclectic and help create the vibe. I was impressed with the playlist as well and was told that it was the owners fav song selections. However the star of this restaurant is the food. Shared steak tartare and duck frites. The steak tartare was fresh and vibrant and the toasty bread was an excellent accompaniment. The duck was tender and juicy and the jus on the fries was great. I had the grilled octopus as well which was served on a crisp hash brown that was divine. This was one great meal. The server informed us that the menu changes weekly. How wonderful! A small menu done well. I will definitely be returning.

We had a great time at Goods & Provisions! It’s a hidden gem! The place is small, and works on a first-come-first-serve basis, they will take your number and call you when the table is ready. It is so worth the wait! Their wine selection is actually very good! We had a couple of cocktails, a bottle of wine and some appetizers. I would love to come back to try them for a full dinner. The staff was super nice and attentive!

The atmosphere is dark and cozy. The décor instantly transports you to a vintage English pub. The food was 10/10 with each bite being better than the last. If you’re looking for delicious food with great vibes definitely check them out. I’d highly recommend the tomato toast, chicken wings, and the basque cheese cake.

A really good chit chat food. Ambiance is really good weather you’re inside or at the patio. Will recommend the first picture, it was really refreshing. The server gave us the wrong drink and was gonna rant here how she didn’t care about it, but before leaving she came back with the drink we wanted and got it on the house.

Try to get there early! Some of the seats near the patio are not the most comfortable. Went on a Thursday at 6pm, at first it was very quiet but gradually got a lot more busy. Seems to be a popular spot in the neighbourhood. Food is quite delicious, especially if you’re into small plates to share. Friend and I had 7 dishes total. Not a cheap place to eat but about the expected price range in Toronto for this kind of restaurant

Food good Good ambiance Good location Love Leslieville Small so need to get there earlier

Amazing neighborhood spot! Service was spectacular. Staff are all friendly, attentive, and create a relaxing and caring environment. I enjoyed the elderberry fuzz cocktail, and it was so flavorful. My companion and I then drank the house recommended pinot noir, which was a fantastic recommendation! I understand the food menu changes seasonally, but we had oysters, pork schnitzel, and wings. Everything was flavorful, well portioned, and absolutely delicious. Oh and we had some cinnamon toast type of dessert. I don"t recall what it was called, but I didn't want to share it with my friend because it was so good! 10/10 would recommend, and I'll be back!

Stopped in for post-event drinks and joined some friends. Tasty drinks, friendly service - our server gave me great wine recommendations after I enjoyed a deliciously strong hibiscus margarita. Definitely need to go back!

After hearing the most incredible reviews about Goods & Provisions, I finally made it there! WOO! A cozy venue with low lighting and a relaxed vibe, tapas style. The focal point is the large bar with marble countertops and decorated with candles. They are high top tables, bar seating as well as regular tables. I ordered the Tuna Tostadas and we shared the Triple Cooked Fries. The tostadas were not easy to eat, but so worth it. The crunchy leeks paired with the creamy textures of the tuna and avocado made for an interesting combination. The tortillas were hard, so it was a challenge to eat without some of the leeks falling off, but so so tasty. Those fries tho. Those sexy shoestring fries with a generous dollop of garlic aioli topped with fresh chives. The bowl was more than enough for the 2 of us. Even though we were full, we couldn't stop eating them! G&P also offers a fabulous variety signature cocktails, natural wine, bourbon and of course, beer. There's a lovely selection of meats and cheeses for some charcuterie...if you WANT to share, that is. #NotAChance TL;DR Tasty tapas. Fries are awesome. Service is fab. Great spot for a date. Fancy drinks for all!

Service was great, very attentive staff. Food was very disappointing. I'd describe the menu as lazy and borderline pub-like. It's quite a shame because this place used to be amazing with a diverse menu that hit every palate. The portions have also shrunken to an unacceptable size. I really hope Goods recovers to their old ways because it was really a Leslieville gem. That said, we won't be going back anytime soon. On the night we were out, several groups finished their meals early and walked over to Ascari to finish their evenings.

Once again it is the staff that makes this place a winner. Please don't think I'm taking away from the amazing food or drinks when saying this, but the owner and the bartender were two of the loveliest and most knowledgeable servers I've come across. I'd give this place a 6th star if I could. The oysters tasted like you were in St John's, the fried chicken and buttermilk dip tasted like they were flown in from the Deep South minutes before hitting your plate, the cocktails were innovative and fuck off good, and then I had the Basque cheesecake with poached pears and practically creamed my jeans. Go here. Like go here three times in one week and fall in love. It's awesome.

Goods & Provisions is one of my favourite spots in Leslieville. It was one of the first places my now husband and I went when we first started dating (10 years ago now!). The ambiance, food and service are just as fantastic now as they were then! The drinks are made with expert care, the food is delicious and flavourful, and the knowledgeable staff always makes great recommendations. Can't recommend this spot enough!

The host a server made my night here during my visit. They were kind, knowledgeable and intuitive of my needs. The selection of drinks is excellent, and the food is simple but delicious. The ambiance is perfect for an evening date.

"Beggers can't be choosers" The staff was rude, the place was soo dark you could hardly read the menu, the food was bland and the portions were pathetically small but at no point did anyone at my table complain. When the waiter came to clean up the table he asked how the tomato bread was, the bread is just bland white bread soaked in cold tomato juice, I'm sure there was more to it but I certainly couldn't see if there was. When I said it was fine he responded with "well beggars can't be choosers" in a condescending tone and walked off. I've never been openly insulted at a restaurant before and that's a hell of a attitude for someone who literals walks less than 10 metres to put food on peoples table. Beggars can't be choosers - people with no other options must be content with what is offered

This review is based solely on the "Cocktail" Hour that Goods & Provisions offers everyday from 5:30 - 7:00 pm. Half price on all beers, wines and 3 selected cocktails (you will see the symbol CH next to those!) Their taps are mainly imports but if I can drink a Delerium Tremens for $4, I am not complaining! There are also some bottles to select from if you prefer more local beer like a Beau's Lugtread Lager (600 ml) for $5.50! I was really tempted to order some snack: duck fat frites and even some oysters.. I guess there will be a next time...

Here for the first time, and will return soon. Atmosphere and staff were awesome, knowledgeable and helpful. The cocktails all looked interesting, but being a fan of bourbon, I had the "Old Fascist" with was wonderfully complex. My GF and I shaded the spring salad which was darn near perfect, but the take on a cheeseburger - prime rib patty with bordelaise was the absolute BEST burger I have had to date. Many more interesting things on the menu to try soon. (my mouth is watering again just typing this...)

Music selection was on point, or as hubs put it, "this music rocks my ass off." Stone Roses, etc. Happy Hour every day from open until 7pm - $5 certain drafts, $8 certain cocktails. Had a sloe gin gin fizz and a dark and stormy. Both were good. Cute spot for a cocktail. Not vegan friendly for dinner.

I love this place. The combination of ambiance, food, cocktails and staff makes it so unique and perfect, I can't wait to go back. The old fascist - I can still taste the layers of flavour in that drink. It's a nice 3oz cocktail that is meant to be sipped and cradled in your taste buds. I tried the wild boar empanada and the trout salad. I loved the trout salad - it was delicate, fresh and really well balanced. I think this will be my go to cocktail bar going forward.

3.5 stars! Cocktails are the way to go here! I liked the mezcal sour and hand and glove a lot because they were sweet and had a cool foam. I didn't like the old fascist because of the strong alcoholic taste, but definitely good for ya'll bourbon drinkers. The penicillin was ok, but I prefer the sweeter drinks with foam. The verdict on food: Faves: Taco tostadas - delicious! Fully loaded. The tuna was juicy. The onion flakes and sauce were so good! Everyone should get this! A+ Buttermilk chicken: crispy and had a kick. Not bad. Only three pieces though. B+ Meh: Bone marrow: there wasn't enough of it. One of the marrows was so tiny. The marrow seemed to have shrunk in the baking process, but it wasn't too salty which I liked. B- Smoked trout and asparagus: nicely presented but the trout felt like it came out of a can. Asparagus was nicely prepared. Soft, but not overlooked. B- We spent $130 for 4 drinks and 4 dishes (not including tips). This place has more of a bar feel so i would definitely come for drinks and snacks, but not to have a meal again because it's pricey, not filling, and meals aren't their speciality in my opinion. Reminded of me of bar ravel with seats and tables. Servers were very nice and took care of us!

Maybe I was expecting too much from reviews and blogs but I wasn't blown away however I would say it's definitely above average compared to other TO restaurants. Great ambiance and service. The food was different but as mentioned not blown away, was kinda expecting to be blown away like how I was when I had really good tapas in Barcelona. Anyhow the 2 special appetizers were blood sausage on toast with creme fresh and pulled pork croquette. Both were intriguing but I'm not dieing to try it again. The main was Korean tacos, which to me basically just tasted like it was described, I was expecting some kinda new combined taste but the ingredients were really fresh. Steak was really tender but maybe too much butter, the duck fat frets just tasted like regular fries? I'm in the DT core so I probably won't be back out to the east side, instead if I'm in the area I'll probably go to Chino Locos again.

If it's date night, I highly suggest you head to Goods & Provisions. The atmosphere is very moody and romantic, the drinks are out of this world (and prepared with extreme care) and they are very accommodating to dietary concerns (they altered a dish for me to be vegan). The owner was in the restaurant both times I went and you can tell that she truly cares about her business and ensuring that everyone is happy and satisfied. Word of warning to anyone that may be bothered by this, the decor features lots of taxidermied animals.

More like 3.5 Stars! We waited to go explore the east side more, I feel that I do not venture out there as much as I should. On New Years Eve, we decided to grab a drink here to avoid the chaos in Nathan Philips. The atmosphere was very smoothing. I enjoyed the decor along with the music-music from the 60's and 70's were playing. We both grabbed a drink each. I wanted a drink that was sour and sweet at the same time but I did not want a boozy drink. The server recommended me to get the Mezcal Sour. I got the Mezcal Sour and my friend got the penicillin. We both enjoyed our drinks. I wished my drink was more balanced, I felt that it was missing a little something. The servers were attentive but not intrusive. I enjoyed myself there. As a plus, they gave us champagne on New Years, which was a nice touch! This place has its charm, and you can note the attention to detail in their decor.

Took my friend there for his birthday. We both like the atmosphere here, laid back, casual yet there's some warmth to it. I enjoyed Penecillin cocktail. Drinks are decent here. We had The terrine board was nice. I enjoyed it for the most part. We shared the streak frites and pork plate. My friend did a great job on the fries that came with it. The pulled pork portion was nice. The rib was nothing special, i wish I could send it back. Mains were not memorable at all. What saved the experience was the pecan pie was actually good served ond the cold side! Would i come back? Probably not for dinner. For a quick drink and a snack, I'd hang there again.

We were having a pretty decent night already, but Goods & Provisions took it to the next level. As others have mentioned, the music and ambiance were great. Service was crazily friendly for such a cool place. Happy hour deals were a nice surprise - we opted for a half-price bottle of wine which was definitely a good look. Someone previously mentioned that the serving size of the Bone Marrow was small, but they must've had bad luck, or the restaurant read their review and stepped up their game because ours was a hearty-sized portion, able to quell even my unrelenting thirst for the beefy goodness of internal bone matter. Oysters were also great, fresh of the boat from P.E.I. Overall great vibe, great food, great service and great prices. If we lived in Leslieville this would be our go-to spot. Will definitely be back in the future.

Edit review since my first impression below. Loving the atmosphere and staff, I've been back several times now for their bourbon list! Food is a little pricy but I have to say the burger is the best I've ever had! So burger, Brussels sprouts and fries are my go to food items! This is my go to neighborhood bar! First impression: Very dark atmosphere, wouldn't say I hated it wouldn't say I loved it either. Cocktails are good and the drink menu is stacked with pretty good quality. However, the food is overpriced for what you get I was a little disappointed in portion size. $16 for two small tuna taco toastadas is just absurd. Burger and Brussels sprouts are good though.

We had the best night here!! The cocktails were fun and inventive,the food was delicious, and the atmosphere was perfect! Overall 10/10

Really nice gastropub. They have some nice food choices. I like the fact that they change their menu often. The food selections are decent sized and dont fill you up. You can try a few items and have a few drinks. Great for nice and easy evening. The restaurant is super cozy. A great neighborhood bar in leslieville

A small, minimal-table, dark, and moody restaurant. Small, sharing plates in the $10-20 range, each best for 2 people or 3 snackers. Our hostess had a boisterous laughter. Drink menu leans toward the bourbon side if that's your thing. Antique decor. Door handles may pop off when you try to turn them to use the washroom. A nice date spot if you're into dining in the deep dark with candle light sipping bourbon.

The bar Isabel of Leslieville? Found this hidden gem the other night. Popped in quick for a drink because we were early for our reservation at Ascari. Ended up having some oysters and a fish platter. Both were excellent. Can't wait to return.

This place does what a lot of places try to do, but they do it better. It's as cozy as a bug in a rug , affordable by neighbourhood standards, and the vibe is friendly and welcoming. The service is friendly and competent. This is one of the first "small plates" restaurants I've walked out of without feeling taken advantage of. The plates aren't tiny; they're just enough for two. My husband and I had had four and left pleasantly full. The oysters were top quality and were shucked perfectly. They didn't look like a crime scene. The room reminds me of a north woods supper club, but a bit crowded. I think it's better for couples or smaller groups. A group larger than four would be uncomfortable. I don't generally care for dessert, but the Basque cheesecake is to die for. Advice to restauranters--your tartare is sublime, but the toast was really thick. But thank you for a lovely evening. It's the ideal place for a date night.

In terms of atmosphere, this has to be one of my favorite spots for an intimate drink. It is dark and grainy, a small space that feels personal and warm without being affected. Their old fashioned is one of my favorites in the city and their drinks generally are exceptionally well crafted. They had a great wine menu and it is half-priced bottles on Tuesdays. Most of all, however, I love their music. It fits the venue perfectly. The fact that I noticed the music at all is rare but it is done so exceptionally well here. I want their playlist. It if was on songza, I'd play it anytime I was having drinks with someone. The food I was less excited about. I had the duck which was good but not fantastic. I had some other things as well but they don't really stand out. That said, I overlook all of that for what I love about the place.

Wow...it just opened last week and last night was my first foray in but definitely not my last. First off, the menu is definitely not your average pub fare. There are no burgers or grilled chicken wraps on this menu so if that is your sort of thing keep walking. The food is french, carefully prepared and presented and every mouthful is nothing short of amazing. My friends and I shared the duck fat frites, perfectly cooked and seasoned with pepper and thyme and served with a spicy mayo dip. We also shared the tacos, pork belly and cheek with kim chi on a mayo base with coriander and a slice of lime. The tortillas were fresh. It was wonderful. Finally we split the terrine platter. In retrospect we recalled it was supposed to include goats milk cheese which we didnt get but we were too busy stuffing ourselves with oxtail terrine, grainy mustard and gherkins on fresh baguette and devilled eggs to notice. Our neighbours had the bone marrow which definitely looked worth a try given his expressions of enjoyment. There were more pedestrian dishes such as pork chops and flatiron steak frites which looked equally well prepared as they were carried past our table. Regretfully they sold out of the grilled sardines before we ordered. I'll definitely be back. I recommend getting there reasonably early though or seeing if they will take a reservation because by 7 on a Thursday night it was packed (only about 12 tables and bar seating and not really suitable for groups greater than 4).

We went to Goods & Provisions to celebrate an anniversary with delish Spanish food. The cocktails were killer, the bartender made me a couple of virgin darn and stormies with a delicious candied ginger garnish. My husband loved their negroni. We ate a little bit of everything. The sardines were excellent and the patatas bravas were the best I've had outside of Spain. The shishito peppers (pimientos de padrón) were also very nice, though there were more hot ones than I would have anticipated in a typical order and they could have used a bit more salt. The pork belly was excellent, a quail's egg never goes amiss! The octopus was flavourful and perfectly cooked. The brussel sprouts were very nice, smokey and spicy but the smoked trout seemed a bit out of place. As other reviewers have mentioned it is awfully dark but otherwise nicely decorated, with a good atmosphere. We'll be back!

I gotta say, G&P is a very solid 4 stars for me! I'm shocked that it has so many mediocre reviews. Have been twice. Always love the atmosphere and vibe. It's definitely a small place with a great bar, wood paneling and wonderful mood lighting. It's a great cozy place for a drink, a definitely throw back to an the On the food, a couple of highlights from my recent visit: -they have KFC, Korean Fried Chicken!!!! It's two drumsticks that are double-fried in duck fat (according to the owner) in a delish sweet, sticky and spicy sauce. It was excellent and reminiscent of KFC I've had in the US (having never been to Korea). I wish they used wings instead, but I'll take it! -Oysters from New Brunswick were fresh, sweet and fresh - delish! -terrine board: It was duck themed with duck proscuitto, duck terrine, pickled veggies, cheese and a demi-baguette. Everything was excellent, but felt pricey at $17 -Beef brisket poutine: Wonderful shoestring fries covered with tender beef brisket in a foie gras sauce and cheese curds. Indulgently marvelous! -Pork platter: Ribs were excellent! Dry smoked, but super tender. Baked beans were gooey, smokey and delish! We didn't love the biscuit, pulled pork and coleslaw. It was dry and cold...only miss of the evening -Drinks: maplewood, dark and stormy, and a tempernillo. All excellent! -Dessert: Pecan pie. Delicious, but wish it wasn't served cold! Yes, they're chef left in Feb, but the food quality hasn't decreased imo!

Wow. I can't believe the super high reviews for this place. Lemme break down my 3 for you. Exhibit A) the atmosphere. It's good. Tiny and adorable so I liked that. Exhibit B) service. It was pretty good. She was attentive and gave drink recommendations. Exhibit C and most important: the food. I was super disappointed personally. I got the po boy which was two super tiny bite sized "sandwiches" with one fried oyster in each which for 90% of the bite was bread and mayo. And it was overpriced which really aggrevated me. My husband's chicken and waffles was well executed and better bang for your buck that's for sure. Still pricy though. I would come back for happy hour cause the drinks are well priced but the food is over priced in my opinion. We went to another resto after and considered this our app.

Albeit that the clientele is predominantly yuppies, this is a cool little local joint owned by the same people who own the Comrade down the street. The decor is old school with vintage and antique pieces. I would describe it as old school pub, the kind akin to the place where Jack + Fabrizzio gamble for their tickets aboard the Titanic in the opening scene. My favourite piece is the PRESCRIPTION shelf that serves as a liquor cabinet. The menu features dishes such as Korean fried chicken, which pays hommage to co-owners Nikki Andriet and Dean Fletcher's travels to Asia; offerings such as steak tartare and oxtail point to the chef's love affair with meat. The drinks here, like sister bar, the Comrade (just down the street) are smooth and refined. The Judy Blue Eyes ($12) made from my favourite Tromba Tequila, Cointreau, lavender, bitters, vanilla syrup, yuzu and orange flower water rivals (if not better) than any of the pretentious downtown restaurants which are not shy to charge you upwards of $18 for a drink. I guess that's just one of the perks of being East of the city; cocktails here are all under $14. While I was very tempted to order the bone marrow, Korean fried chicken and oxtail poutine - I opt for their daily Po'Boy ($16), soft shell crab wedged between slices of buttery toast with a side salad. Although I always imagined having my first Chicken + Waffles ($19) experience down South - my inaugural run-in at Goods & Provisions only has be excited for the real deal. Juicy pieces of chicken breast are fried in a crispy batter, served with maple syrup and slaw. Never thought waffles for dinner could be this yummy! For dessert the chef served up a velvety Chocolate Terrine with almonds and Chantilly cream. I can't wait to come back to try the rest of the menu. Cocktail hour is Monday to Saturday from 5:30PM - 7PM featuring half price beer, wine and select cocktails.

I used to like this place but unfortunately they made me feel terrible the last time I was here, which was 10 minutes ago. I'm writing this from a neighbouring restaurant. They have a "strict no laptop policy," which is fine, if only they had let me know before I started settling in with my laptop and ordering. The cocktail was good. Penicillin. I ordered it last time and it was just as delicious this time. I came here ready to spend some money but 5 minutes into my stay was told about the policy and that I would have to leave as soon as darkness fall. Thanks for the heads up, hence 2 stars instead of 1. Unfortunately the owners' pretentiousness and lack of desire to evolve has left a taste more sour in my mouth than that of the fresh lemons and limes used in this delicious cocktail. I will stop recommending Goods and Provisions to my friends. In fact, I walked past one on the way to somewhere else and told him about my terrible experience. I feel sorry for the server I had. She seemed nice, understanding and more up with the times. I wanted to tip her on more than just a drink but oh well, such is life. I don't like their attitude and the way they made me feel the last time I was there but if you want to know how I feel about the food, read my previous review. Thanks, Goods and Provisions, making me feel so rejected, like a second class citizen.

This is one of those places where I suddenly feel 10% more hip the minute I walk in the door. Then I feel 10% more hip then that when I decide that I'm going to spend $18 on one drink and not care. The atmosphere is great, so are the drinks. In fact, I would say the drinks are near fantastic but you definitely pay for the quality and inventiveness of the awesome cocktails. There is a food menu, people seem to order food. I go for the cocktails when I'm feeling fancy and want to instantly increase my "hipness".

G AND P is the perfect example of a place that had a myriad of reviews, totalling an overall decent score and when finally sampled turned out to be stellar. A good little lesson in what having an open heart and a little risk-taking can get you. i won't bore you with every dish i had except to say that everything i had was nothing short of FANFUCKINGTASTIC. the best was their SOUTHERN FRIED KOREAN CHICKEN. our server was so slick and knowledgeable that in addition to answering a question about what the suggested way of eating at this place was - a lot of sharing plates- she said lead us through a rundown of just about every dish and its merits - quickly and thoroughly. myself and my brother had 12 oysters and 4 other dishes between us and it was the perfect amount. a lot of work has been put into this place, from the food choices, the presentation, even the cleanliness of the bathrooms - like you are in someone's house (who did a whole top to bottom cleanup in preparation for your arrival.). plus they had Stiegl on tap...

Ribeye steak with bone marrow butter. And a potent cocktail list. Add all that to a tapas-like menu and oysters and you have a recipe for a good time. The space is compact and gets busy and loud quickly. The downside is cash or debit only.

Popped into Goods & Provisions Friday night for a late dinner & drinks with a couple friends. The space is gorgeous, dark wood, vintage portraits on the walls & great industrial vintage furniture. This place would co-exist well on Ossington or West Queen West. Ordered drinks first, three Old-Fashions & a Manhattan ($12 each). Cocktails are expertly crafted and very good. Two of us needed dinner, the other two just snacks. For the table we ordered the bone marrow appetizer ($9). One large bone, roasted perfectly with toasted bread and parsley salad. The boys got a dozen oysters, and Mark and I got Steak Frites. The steak of the night was flank steak. It was cooked well to medium rare, but when it hit our table, it was super rubbery. Not so great. The frites were delicious, seasoned very well. After another round of drinks, our bill came and it was $190. Kinda steep for the little food we got and the drinks. Will definitely go again, but probably just for cocktails.

Lovely, upscale bar with inventive cocktails and a solid kitchen. Service is attentive without being intrusive. The decor and ambience is old-world meets hipsterish, but also warm and inviting. Music is on the loud side; one of those places where you practically have to yell in order to be heard. Normally I might dock a star for that, but the overall quality of everything else deserves its due.

Deliciousness. I've been twice. The first time, I started with the bone marrow & parsley salad. It was textbook perfect. The bone had been sliced in half lengthwise and grilled until everything was cooked, but not to the point that the fat has all melted and disappeared. The parsley salad cut the richness of the plate beautifully. After being so bad, I had to be good: had their grilled Pacific sardines with salad. Another dish that was done beautifully! The bones were nice and crispy and I ate them. Ate the cheeks off the head, but I confess, I didn't eat the whole head. Good salad accompanied the sardines. Finished off, that first night, by deciding I needed some carbohydrates, so I ordered the duck fat frites. Yes, I'll be having those again, but I'm going to have to ration myself and only have them after I've either walked 10km or biked 30km. Very delicious. Second time was tonight, a Thursday night. I got there before 7pm, and there was still lots of seating. Chose a Laily Vidal and a half-dozen oysters (Malpeques). The oysters were fresh and lovely and perfectly shucked -- no shell bits! Hooray. Some places make a big deal out of having a bazillion sauces for their oysters. These were served in simplicity: a couple of slices of lemon, some freshly grated horseradish, and a bottle of Tabasco if one wants some heat. Great buy: 6 for $13.00 Following that, I switched to Laily Cabernet/Merlot and had the terrine plate. Tonight it was a foie gras terrine -- I thought it tasted like apple, so I had the waiter enquire, and no, it wasn't calvados, it was Armagnac, so the sweet fruit flavour was grapes. Was accompanied by a nice fresh roll, marinated olives (nicoise, green, and some salt-cured) some house-preserved pickles (English pickled onions, pickled carrot) and a nice pile of shaved black Chevre from Quebec. They weren't sure where in Quebec the Chevre was from, but when I Google it, looks like it's this one: http://www.chasingthecheese.com/noir.htm . Place was almost full by the time I left at 8pm, and the sound volume (and music) were getting loud. Lighting is dark: I was reading "Le Ventre de Paris" on my iPod, and felt like I was in a French bistro lit by a few candles. Atmospherically it worked :-) I'll be back, again and again. The menu switches, and there are always new things to try.

This is primarily a place for drinks and cocktails. If you're looking for a memorable food experience, this is not the place to go to. Having said that, the current menu is not at all like what is posted on the website. The current slate of dishes are mostly Asian-fusion inspired, and rather lack-luster, that I feel they should have stuck to the current website menu. And also makes me question why they opted for such a drastic change. Anyway, if my memory serves me right, my friend and I ordered the following: ...half-dozen oysters, I believe they were from New Brunswick (the bartender shucking them didn't know what he was doing, and left shell fragments in the oysters)... ...some sort of cold noodle salad (a take on a Vietnamese salad), which had some avocado, shredded cabbage, and sweet vinaigrette dressing... ...a torched beef tartare, that had an interesting creamy dressing on top, and was "Asia-fied" with sesame oil... ...and a scallop and pork belly, with a taro and chive mash (the scallop was too salty, and the pork belly was a puny strip...c'mon, really? Skimping out on the pork belly? That stuff is pretty cheap) These dishes should be considered tapas, because the portions were quite small and extremely pricey for their size. In fact, the dishes were so small, that my friend and I paid our bill as quickly as possible so we could drive down the street to grab burgers from Burger's Priest, before they closed for the night. Normally, I would provide photos of the dishes, but the ambient lighting was too low to get any decent shots. Overall, a great environment for drinks (as their menu appears to be catering more towards beverages), but if you're looking to get a decent meal I would recommend opting for somewhere else.

I can't believe its taken me this long to check this place out. We loved it! Felt comfortable from the moment we arrived. Friendly service, great food, cozy atmosphere. I had the Korean chicken sandwich, and the special cod appy. Hubby had the lamb ragu pasta. Everything was terrific, especially the yummy sandwich. I'll be back for that.

Our party of 4 went in for dinner as we were headed to Greta Solomon's a couple of doors away but they were closed. What a nice surprise as we were warmly greeted and quickly shown our table. 4 stars awarded for: Cozy & casual dining atmosphere Cool & original cocktail & drink selection Small tapas plates with delicious food Service is top notch and attentive 1 star removed due to: Too dark (all the patrons had their phones out in order to read the menu) We did not get out plates at the same time, neither did any of the surrounding diners, as 1 person got their Prime Rib burger (and nearly finished it) I got my dish 3 minutes later and 2 other people were still waiting for Steak Tartar which came 10 minutes after the 1st person got their burger. The Brussel Sprouts I ordered came when I had already finished eating and I had to pack them up to go. Overall a great dining experience

Great place to go for a drink after dinner in the Leslieville area!! It is quite small though, so not a place i'd bring the gang for a 30th birthday bash. Drink and food menus are simple with enough to peak (or is it pique?) your interest. Service is friendly and attentive.

Seriously the marriage of Asian and comfort food has joined forevermore. I could eat here every night. And the old fascist cocktail is going to be replicated by me soon. Probably not with the same yummy results. Service attentive yet not overwhelming.

Goods & Provisions is unique, to say the least. Gorgeous interior with dark wood panelled walls, reclaimed doors, taxidermy, antique and eclectic furnishings done right and just the right heaviness to be cozy. Burly lumberjack-shirted-upturned-moustached men buzz about taking orders and slinging vintage cocktails. This bar is very "bourbon" but I sampled a Pimms and lemonade that was delicious. I ordered another and the second was too light on the booze, too watery and disappointing. the SO had beer and we slit the daily terrine plater with pickled veg. The menu is sparse, its more for drinks and snacks then full meals. Get here early, as it is always full. Welcome addition to the neighbourhood, I'll be back.

The Goods: The drink menu with old fashioned cocktails and bourbon. The Provisions: Food. A small selection of some very tasty eats! This is a tiny bar that's a great spot to grab a drink and a bite. The front window opens up and on a nice day, it's prime seating. We came here on a Wednesday night and there were lots of seats available. The bar is the best place to sit! Bartenders are friendly and attentive. For starters we had the bone marrow ($9). I thought the marrow could have been cooked a little longer... It was still good, I found it was slightly under-seasoned and the large grain sea salt was a bit too crunchy. Overall, it was still fatty-delicious and perfect for two people to share. I had to order the Steak Frites ($24) 1) Steak - They didn't ask us how we wanted our steaks served (?).. but the garlic butter melting on top made up for it. 2) Duck fat fries - Skinny fries, not that crunchy, not as ducky as expected 3) Fried oyster - Ok, that was the highlight of my meal. The salty battered oyster of awesomeness. Hell's yes. I like how they give you a real steak knife. It's actually made in Brazil. That thing was serious. Heavy serrated blade of meat destruction. Overall, this is a great neighborhood spot, if I'm in the area, I might pop in for some bourbon and oysters!

I ordered the steak tartare. It was delish, but the portion sizes are small. My friends ordered the gnocchi and the chicken and waffles. Yes, i said it, chicken and waffles. It was great to try, I'd probably go back again, but for tapas and beer. Or when I'm having a skinny day. ha ha.

Absolutely amazing place. First off, the burger is out of this world delicious. High quality, hot, melty beef with cheese and toppings that melt with the burger. That bordelaise sauce and the garlic sauce complement the burger oh so well. Tartare uses high quality beef and has nice sides along with it. Brussels were amazingly sweet yet perfectly spicy and an incredible combo. Cheese board on point! Tuna tostadas are deliciously flavoured and wonderfully textured. Smoked salmon/trout plate had a wonderful pate taste mixed with the smoothest trout one could eat. Dill gives it a nice touch. Strong, well designed drinks too. On top of all that, the service we had was outstanding. Our waiter was passionate about the food and really presented everything so well and with enthusiasm. We will return for sure! It's truly on par with the Comrade (same owners) and a burger one should go out of their way to try!

I've been here a few times and think this place is great. The food is delicious, with interesting dishes full of flavour (especially the seared duck breast dish) and the ingredients are high quality. They make an amazing old fashioned (my favourite drink) so maybe that was what completely won me over. It's a cute and tiny place with a wood interior and soft lighting. A good date spot for sure!

Sitting at the bar and watching the bartender hand-craft each drink with care and precision tells me cocktails are serious business here. And I'm right. A Dark and Stormy has the right amount of gingery bite. And the Manhattans are wicked good. My hands-down favourite menu item is the house-smoked ribs. They are salty and smokey and the slightly sweet BBQ sauce balances it all out. I often dream of these ribs. Great vibe--perfect spot for night out with friends or a cosy date.