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CLOSED: Mela Mangeria
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Vegetarian
Vegan-friendly
Lacto
Ovo
Italian
Organic
Take-out
Small Italian vegetarian cafe. Neopolitan style. Panini sandwiches, pasta, soups, has vegan desserts. Try the pasta and soy meat ball ragout. JULY 2014 REPORTED SHUT.
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7A Yorkville Ave (at Yonge, in Yorkville area), Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M4W 1L1
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Last update on 23 Jul 2014 by Guest
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5 Reviews
First Review by jshah
Ken4057
Points +1200
Happiest owner in the world - Edit
There's love in this quaint little cafe, and it shows in the food.
Read moreEntrees and desserts are mostly premade and presented in the display case and on platters on the counter. Since the food rotates constantly it's not so helpful to describe the offerings, but I had a potato, TVP and greens type dish with baked cherry tomatoes that was something an old Italian mum would make if she had a kindly vegan heart.
The owner is incredibly energetic and pours out waves of positivity.
This place is also the closest veg restaurant to Yonge & Bloor.
Guest
Stephanie NC
Points +52
Most delicious lunch ever - Edit
I had the eggplant panini (tender yet crisp breaded thin slices of eggplant, and some other ingredients that blended together magically) on yummy bread. Tomato sauce drizzled on the plate to dip the sandwich in. I could eat one every day and not get sick of it. And a great lentil cauliflower soup.
Read moreThe only problem is serving size. I am a small person but could easily have eaten 3 paninis (6 or 7$ each). You are paying for taste and quality, not quantity. THat said, the taste was so good that I will go back again and again. Several options for those who still eat dairy/cheese. Multiple options for vegans. Great if you are shopping in Yorkville and need a quick light lunch.
Pros: SO GOOD, multiple vegan options, quick
Cons: small servings
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veggiewoman
Points +374
My new favourite place! - Edit
Mela is a small, charming Italian place with a front open to a patio in the nice weather. The food is absolutely delicious, with a combination fixed and daily menu (ordered off a chalkboard and from what you see at the front counter). It is all vegetarian, with many vegan options, and I have taken 4 non-veg*ns so far who have loved it as much as I do. The menu is really unique and strays far from the usual Italian fare of pasta and pizza, including quite a few healthy options. I highly recommend the breaded eggplant sandwich.
Read morePros: delicious, unique, charming atmosphere
Cons: minimal seating, closed evenings & weekends, a tad overpriced (but it is Yorkville)
Guest
dsparakh
Points +205
Fantastic! - Edit
Tiny place with fantastic, fresh, and inspired food. You can feel the enthusiasm and love (for both food and vegetarianism) from Chef Roberto, who is also the owner. It is not often that you find a fully vegetarian, mostly vegan Italian restaurant with food of this quality. Prices are quite reasonable and portion sizes are excellent.
Read morePros: fresh, healthy, delicious
Cons: extremely limted seating
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jshah
Points +62
Amazing- a must try! - Edit
I've visited Toronto from NYC (which is known for great food too!) and Mela is unbelievably good. It's a simple small hole in the wall (like a coffee shop) with the most balanced layers of flavors. For any foodie, this is a must try. I've gone there everyday. The simple marinara sauce and great complementary flavors is remarkable. they use fresh seasonal food only and run out of stuff bc they only cook small amounts and don't recook once gone. worth every penny!
Read morePros: balanced flavors, great fresh food, good sized portions
Cons: tiny place
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