The Green Door Restaurant & Bakery

They offer a solid variety of vegetarian and gluten-free options, and it’s clearly a popular spot—it’s typically busy during peak hours. That said, the food can be quite hit-or-miss. I’ve been coming here for years and tend to stick to the same items, having tried most of the menu. Some days, the food is excellent; other times, the selection is disappointingly sparse or just not good. Occasionally, they’ll introduce a new dish that’s barely edible—or worse, come up with something incredible only to never serve it again. The inconsistency is frustrating, especially when you’re driving 20 to 30 minutes without knowing whether you'll find a great spread or a disappointing lineup. Given the higher price point, I expect more reliability. Also worth noting: the kitchen staff is consistently warm and friendly, while the front-of-house team tends to be less welcoming—which always feels a bit off.

I love this vegetarian restaurant! The Green Door is one of my favourite places in the city. The service and atmosphere is the best! I have been by myself on a number of occasions and have always felt comfortable. It feels like your favourite coffee shop, on a bigger scale. I love the variety of tables that can seat singles, couples and larger groups. The restaurant is eco friendly, using reusable plastic dishes for take out. The food is set out in a buffet style, where people serve themselves and weigh their plates to pay. There are so many vegetarian options to choose from, everything is well labeled and allergen information (gluten, dairy, nuts…) is provided on everything. There’s a hot and a cold buffet. Both are filled with delicious varieties. And the dessert buffet! There are a variety of gluten free and vegan pies and cakes. Try the vegan cheesecake, I promise you’ll love it!