The best restaurants in Toronto's underground PATH
Toronto’s underground PATH system is a 30-kilometre walkway of shops and eateries underneath the downtown core. This labyrinthine maze might be a challenge to navigate at times, but it’s a great spot to spend your lunch hour if you want to avoid the extreme cold (or heat) outdoors. These subterranean eateries are sure to cure your hunger pains underground.
iQ Food Co
100 Wellington St W, Toronto, ON M5K 1J3The made-from-scratch smoothies, snacks, boxes and baked goods at this popular PATH eatery are healthy alternatives to the highly processed food-court offerings nearby. The internationally inspired boxes are packed with brown rice, quinoa and seasonal veggies. Try the flavourful Ssäm box, which features organic Bulgogi tempeh, Brussels sprout kimchi, baby bok choy and a host of other nutritious toppings. You’ll find a 460-square-foot IQ Foods takeout counter in the TD Centre and larger outposts (with much more seating) at Brookfield Place and at 18 York just steps away from the Air Canada Centre.
deKEFIR
C15 333 Bay, Toronto, ON M5H 2R2Forget the sugar-filled treats at your favourite frozen yogurt chain; head to the concourse level of the Bay Adelaide Centre for a refreshing and healthful alternative. Fresh locally made kefir is a smooth yogurt-like dairy product made from milk and kefir grains. Kefir parfaits make a great grab-and-go snack topped with fruit, nuts and house-made granola. For dessert, try a personalized frozen kefir yogurt or a crispy deKEFIR waffle made to order and served piping hot.
Soup Nutsy Canada Inc
222 Bay St, Toronto, ON M5K 1K7There’s plenty of soup for you at this food court favourite with locations throughout the maze-like PATH system. The gourmet bowls are slow-cooked in cast iron kettles and made with high quality ingredients. The menu features more than 200 rotating soup recipes including a selection of vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options. The spicy beef and black bean chipotle chili gets an added kick from smoked-dried jalapeno peppers while the lobster bisque features chunks of fresh seafood in a rich cream broth spiked with sherry wine. Check the website to see featured soups and read up on the nutritional information.
Kupfert & Kim
181 Bay St, Toronto, ON M5J 2T3Health-conscious eaters and those with dietary restrictions will love the large assortment of vegan and gluten-free eats from this popular takeout spot with numerous locations across the downtown. Pop in for breakfast and start your day off right with steel-cut oats topped with cinnamon, almond butter, raisins and organic apple. Come lunchtime, indulge guilt-free in hearty boxes packed with wholesome grains and organic veggies. The Mexican-inspired Oaxaca bowl features brown rice topped with black beans, kale, corn, guacamole and spicy pico de gallo. Keep your energy levels up for that afternoon meeting with raw energy balls packed with super foods.
Freshwest Grill
120 Adelaide St W, Toronto, ON M5H 1T1This eco-friendly Southwestern inspired take out spot proves that fast food doesn’t have to mean junk food. The down south burritos and salads are made to order with your choice of meat (chicken, steak, shrimp or soy), cilantro-lime white or brown rice, beans, veggies, cheese, spreads, sauces and house-made salsas. The restaurant’s green philosophy extends far beyond the guacamole; the packaging is all biodegradable or recyclable and even the light bulbs are energy efficient.
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