Warm, inviting atmosphere. The vibes were incredible. I locked eyes with my chef, and he instantly knew what my hungry tummy and wet taste buds needed. Let’s just say…He did not fail to deliver
I have always enjoyed this historic little place. It's like walking back into the 50s when places like these were numerous.
I’ve been coming to Vesta Lunch with my girlfriend for almost a year now, on average about once or twice a week. I’ve been coming on my own and with others outside of that for about 8 years. Lots of reviewers seem to miss the point of this restaurant, and it’s a shame.The restaurant is old and a little worn down looking, but that’s the point of it. The people who run it ARE Columbian (as opposed to what another reviewer said) and run it as a family. During the Dundas Street Festival they even run a Colombian-food tent. Hygiene is on par with most other restaurants - when the chefs wash dishes they also wash their hands. The food isn’t always perfect, but it’s made with love and care. The people who run it are a FAMILY and as such, treat their customers like a family as well. At least 3 times now, I’ve been served free food, coffee or drinks and been told that it’s on the house and that it’s because they know my face. One time I left my wallet at home and they said “Don’t worry about it!”I’m not going to sit here and pretend like the place doesn’t have its hiccups like any other business - it’s not a Michelin-star restaurant by any means. What it does have is an atmosphere that is lost to the modern era, run by a family that loves their customers and treats them like family, and serves food that - just like your family’s meals - are often a hit but sometimes also a miss.What you pay for at Vesta Lunch is the atmosphere, the experience and, most usually, the great food. What you get is so much more than those three things combined that it makes it worthwhile to ensure that it lives on for many decades to come. It’s 110% irreplaceable as a diner.
Old cozy dinerIf I know I am going to be in this neighbourhood, I usually get my brekfast from here. Steak and eggs are tasty and diner srtyle
It is a wonderful looking diner, have no idea when it was built or what it's trying to do but just like the classic diners on the east coast of the USA, it has a massive picture window that takes up an entire wall. Plus a wrap around narrow bench and stools. Take note, this place is fabulous and also a bit tarnished which I personally love. I don't eat burgers but the sign said Mexican and Ecuadorian food. I ordered the large tacos, 3 for $12.00. So delicious! Like the diner the food is not pretentious and the owner is someone you don't easily forget!
We came across Vesta Lunch, and it seemed like the only place that was open for the morning, aside from a cute small coffee shop and other restaurants that don’t open till noon. We walked in and we were greeted by a lovely gentleman manning the kitchen, he was alone but nonetheless served us well. I ordered the “Eggs any style” as the others picked sandwiches, we were the first ones there so we go our food as soon it was done, started enjoying our food as some people started rolling in for brunch. I don’t know what it is about eating at diners, specifically this one but it definitely made me feel at home, from the cook, to the space and a simple home cooked like meal. It may look like a simple diner but there’s more to it for sure, it felt like my dad was cooking for me when i was a kid waking up in the morning. We watched the gentleman cook for other customers after finishing our own meal and the burger also caught my boyfriends eye, wished we ordered that to go haha. Overall experience, sometimes you gotta pass all the fancy stuff that other places go all out just to make simple meals, don’t be afraid to hail down the cook/servers but be kind, it’s a small space but that’s what gives the diner charm but you also have an option to dine outside the diner during this time. Definitely will come back for more!!
Had a great time eating here and chatting with Mami. Vesta's has old-timey Greek diner vibes, and one long lunch counter (no tables). Reasonably priced and fast service. Had the veal cutlet and it was nice. Loved the atmosphere. Not a pretentious restaurant -- just a friendly lunch counter!
If you want authentic Colombian food don’t waste your well earned money here.The owners are Mexicans trying to make extra money selling Colombian food that is no where near what Colombian food is.The so called Colombian dish that these Mexicans sell is done with cheap quality food.
This isn't just your standard American cuisine. It's one of the last true 24 hour diners. The food is standard, but that's what you should come to expect and love about this place. I pass by nearly every day and it brings a smile knowing the people of Toronto have a place they can to any time of Day or Night.The service is always ?
I eaten at Vesta my whole life.My Grandma used to take me there for breakfast and I'd occasionally have some when I visited her.While I used to love eating there, the past few visits have had me rethinking due to quality control.The fries as of late taste very stale/not crispy. Its very disappointing. I forgot to ask to fry them a bit longer. I dont know what happened to the fries but they are very not crispy. Just soggy which is very disappointing as that is something I looked forward to in a diner.