Chateau Nour Restaurant - Lasalle

Driving along Dupont on a Saturday evening, saw this neat little place while stopped at a red light and decided to pop in for dinner.

A solid brunch spot with decent sized patio, tasty food, and friendly staff.

When I moved to Toronto, years ago, I heard of the name "Farmhouse Tavern" more than once.

I really want to support local restaurants right now, and I had high hopes for this particular one since I had ordered from them before. Unfortunately, this time I was disappointed with what I received. I had ordered grape leaves, which are my favorite dish from this restaurant. In the past, I knew exactly how their grape leaves tasted, but this time they were not up to par. They seemed to be store-bought and not handmade by the restaurant, which was a letdown. Despite being tired from a long day of work and just wanting a good meal, I found the quality of the grape leaves to be lacking. On a positive note, the man who served me did give me some complimentary bread, hummus, and another spread, but overall I was disappointed with the experience.

I work in downtown LaSalle and frequently visit local restaurants for lunch with my colleagues. I have been to various locations of this particular restaurant and I must say, I am very impressed. I am not familiar with the cuisine served here, so I often need help understanding the menu. The staff are always able to explain each dish clearly, even if it means finding another server, which makes my team and I feel very comfortable. The food and service quality are exceptional. This restaurant is truly a hidden gem!