Mildred's Temple Kitchen

What is Mildred's Temple Kitchen? Tucked into an industrial courtyard complex at 85 Hanna Avenue, Mildred's Temple Kitchen is Donna Dooher's sunlit benchmark for daytime dining in Liberty Village. The soaring, glass-walled space pairs raw concrete pillars with minimalist wood tables, anchored by a bustling open kitchen, bar seating, and a leafy seasonal patio. It remains one of Toronto's most revered daytime institutions, setting the standard for the city's obsession with refined morning comfort food.

Mildred's Temple Kitchen Menu & What to Order The undisputed headliner is Mrs. Biederhof’s blueberry buttermilk pancakes: a sky-high, pillowy stack smothered in Lanark County maple syrup, house-made wild blueberry compote, and whipped cream. Savoury purists should gravitate toward Veda’s Choice—poached eggs and cured smoked salmon layered over a flaky croissant with rich béarnaise—alongside a side of thick, rosemary double-smoked bacon. Pair your spread with a freshly mixed mimosa or a spiked cold brew, and grab a warm daily buttermilk scone with house preserve to share first.

Know Before You Go Weekend brunch runs on a walk-in waitlist that often stretches over an hour by midday; leave your phone number with the host to stroll Liberty Village shops until your table buzzes. To dodge the crowd, reserve ahead for weekday "B’Lunch," which features many of the same signature dishes. The restaurant is a short walk from the King streetcar and Exhibition GO Station, and occasionally closes at 2:00 p.m. for private weekend weddings.