The long weekend is here and if you’re like me, you’ve probably forgotten to go grocery shopping and have nothing to eat at home. Don’t fret, some of our favourite restaurant pals are open this Canada Day Monday to proudly serve you brunch when you need it most. So get ready for a servings of Canadian bacon and maple syrup – here are the best places to eat brunch this Canada Day!

Dirty Food
3070 Dundas Street West
Hours: 8am to 3pm
Food: southern comfort with a twist

Starving Artist
various locations
Hours: 9am to 6pm
Food: all waffles everything

The Drake properties
various locations
Hours: vary by location
Food: Canadian comfort foods done right

Skyline Restaurant
1426 Queen Street West
Hours: 11am to 4pm
Food: diner classics elevated

One Restaurant
116 Yorkville Avenue
Hours: 10:30am to 4pm
Food: Upscale and divine

Buca Yorkville
53 Scollard Street
Hours: 10:30am-3pm
Food: Delicious Italian done right

Leña Restaurante
176 Yonge Street
Hours: 10am-2pm
Food: Latin American bites

Cafe Belong
550 Bayview Avenue
Hours: 8am to 5pm
Food: Seasonally feasts done right

Cafe Boulud
60 Yorkville Avenue
Hours: 6:30am to 11am
Food: Elevated Canadian comforts with a healthy twist

Cluny Bistro
35 Tank House Lane
Hours: 10:30am to 2pm
Food: Fancy French brunch

Did we miss any of the best brunch restaurants open on Canada Day Monday in Toronto? Share them in the comment section.

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