Pickle Barrel

Pickle Barrel Yorkdale 416 785 8881

My darling granddaughter was in town from Israel with her 2 month old precious baby (my great grandson) I loaned her the car for the week. We wanted to meet for lunch. She was visiting her grandfather on her father’s side. He lives in the northern part of the city. It was decided that we would meet at a place where she could park and I could take the subway. Yorkdale was ideal. We could walk around after lunch, window shop and visit.
This restaurant is ideal for small or large groups. It is also a family place. I asked for a booth because of the baby. Fortunately the baby didn’t make a peep but the booth was spacious and separated from being too close to other tables. We didn’t disturb anyone and we were not disturbed. We had such a wonderful visit. Donna, our server was so attentive.
Pickle Barrel is an institution in the city. There are restaurants throughout the city. A few years ago Rose Reisman, a leading authority on dining in a healthy tasty fashion, was hired to re-vamp the menu.
The menu is extensive. The portions are gigantic. The pastry counter at the front is tempting with an array of mouth watering desserts.
My granddaughter ordered the Asparagus Brie Eggs Benedict. ($11.99) She was delighted. I do admit to sharing her roasted potatoes.
This is one of the few places in town that I enjoy a Veggie Burger. ($10.49) It was gigantic and topped with tomato, pickle, onion and a special sauce. I admit I ate it all. I couldn’t manage the fresh salad on the side. We had to save room for our ‘ritual ice cream’ after a lunch together.
Stir Fried Dishes are popular and healthy. Cantonese Chicken Chow Mein ($13.99) is prepared with stir-fried seasoned chicken breast, market fresh vegetables. Crisp water chestnuts, spicy Thai sauce, roasted sesame seeds and oriental noodles add to the flavor.
Thai Seafood Stew ($16.99) offers, shrimp, mussels and calamari simmered in a coconut broth with plum tomatoes and crisp vegetables. It is tossed with flat rice noodles and bean sprouts.
In the past I have enjoyed the Teriyaki Herb Glazed Atlantic Salmon.($16.99) The grilled salmon topped with a teriyaki glaze is served on a bed of steamed rice and stir fried vegetables toped with crispy Thai noodles and toasted sesame seeds. Delicious.
The Salads are large and prepared with the finest fresh ingredients.
Seafood Caesar Salad ($11.99) is delicious with a mound of cold water shrimp and surimi crab, topped on romaine lettuce, tomatoes and hard boiled eggs. The honey mustard Cesar dressing is prepared in house.
Sandwiches are enormous and varied. The Famous Deli Sandwich is a specialty.($9.99) It is served with French fries and cole slaw. The sandwich can be prepared with your choice of bread and also your choice of meat, corned beef, pastrami, Montreal smoked meat, roast beef brisket or smoked turkey
Pickle Barrel is kid friendly and the special menu proves it. Kid’s regular meal is offered for $5.99. Burger & Fries, Grilled Cheese Sandwich, Spaghetti and sauce are just a few of the choices.
Take out and catering is a big business. The Party Sandwiches are the best in Toronto.
What a memorable visit!