Congee rolling on Steeles Avenue East (8.5 km)
Details
It's congee and rice rolls time! The weather at this time of year should be perfect for enjoying these Cantonese breakfast foods. And where better to do a congee crawl than along Steeles Avenue East? It's the birthplace of the famed Congee Queen and other reputable restaurants.
We'll visit J-Town, the oldest Japanese shopping district in the GTA. Then, it's up through industrial districts with hidden food gems. A massive cathedral is the next landmark before we reach a swathe of Chinese restaurants at Warden and Steeles.
Come earlier to check out the flea market at Shops On Steeles & 404
Highlights
- Congee Queen (depart 12pm)
- Zao Men Kan / J San Sushi & Market
- J-Town: Izakaya Ju / Heisei Mart (depart 12:45pm)
- Taro’s Fish
- Sam’s Congee Delight / Tiny Tom Donuts
- George's Tastee
- Metro Square Food Court (depart 2:15pm)
- Vegedelight
- St. Mark Coptic Orthodox Cathedral
- Keung Kee Congee / Yin Ji Chang Fen
- Casa Imperial
- Foody Mart / Good Taste Casserole Rice / Xuan Bakery / Crown Jewel Fine Dining (arrive 2:40pm)
Neighbourhoods
German Mills > Milliken Mills > Steeles
Map
https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=167BLQI0amxiaBCIYYvk1YC30u4zWTJ4&usp=sharing
How it works
Hike starts punctually. Late or can't do the whole route? Meet us at scheduled checkpoints.
We'll browse many food places but won't linger long. Grab ready-made food, or see the route in advance, organize takeout, then pickup along the way.
Not sure what to try? Join our omakase for $5, which gives a tiny sample from different restaurants. The theme for this hike is congee and rice rolls. Payment on the day of event by cash or e-transfer to globaltorontoeats@gmail.com. No refunds after orders are placed. Details of sampled food will be uploaded after the hike.
Limited cutlery provided. Highly recommended to bring cutlery and containers for omakase and bringing back leftovers.
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