Brunch Beyond Biscuits: Why Lazy Daisy’s Café Is a Toronto Favourite
by Dawn Chapman,
Founder & CEO Lazy Daisy’s Café & Lazy Daisy Foods
Lazy Daisy’s Café might be famous for its buttermilk biscuits — and yes, they are as good as everyone says — but anyone who’s spent more than five minutes here knows the biscuits are only the beginning.
This is the kind of place where brunch stretches into lunch, coffee turns into “just one more cup,” and familiar faces become part of your routine. From comforting brunch plates to thoughtfully made coffee and seasonal favourites, Lazy Daisy’s has built a menu — and a mood — that feels warm, welcoming, and refreshingly unpretentious. That steady commitment to doing things well (and doing them with heart) is what earned Lazy Daisy’s the 2026 Canadian Choice Award for Best Diner in Toronto — a recognition that celebrates not just the food, but the people and values behind it.
So if you came for the biscuits, you’re in the right place. Just don’t stop there.
A Café Built on Comfort and Community
Lazy Daisy’s has always been about more than what’s on the plate. It’s about the feeling you get the moment you walk in — the low hum of conversation, the smell of fresh coffee, the sense that no one is rushing you out the door.
Rooted in countryside warmth but very much part of the city, the café has become a second living room for early risers, weekend brunchers, families, solo diners with books, and friends catching up on old times. It’s that easygoing sense of belonging — built quietly, one ordinary day at a time — that keeps people coming back.
Becoming Toronto’s Best Diner didn’t come from chasing trends or reinventing the wheel. It came from sticking to what Lazy Daisy’s does best: locally sourced ingredients, homemade food, and a team that genuinely cares about the people on the other side of the counter.
Yes, the Biscuits Are Iconic — But They’re Not the Whole Story
Let’s be honest. The biscuits deserve their reputation. Flaky, buttery, and baked fresh, they’ve launched a thousand cravings and more than a few brunch plans. They’re so popular that our frozen bake-at-home biscuit packs are now available in over 200 stores across Ontario and going national in 2026!
But once you’ve had your biscuit moment, the rest of the menu is quietly waiting to impress you.
Many first-time guests are surprised by how satisfying and varied the brunch offerings are. The biscuits might get all the attention, but it’s the full menu that turns a casual visit into a weekly habit.
Brunch Plates That Keep People Coming Back
Lazy Daisy’s breakfast and brunch menu is built around comfort food done right — generous without being heavy, familiar without being boring.
Crowd favourites include the breakfast burrito, a hearty go-to that never disappoints, and the classic pancakes or cinnamon bun pancakes that somehow manage to feel indulgent and comforting at the same time. For those that are team savoury, there’s the beloved Standard Brekkie, farmstead plates like the Due South (crispy fried chicken served with gooey mac & cheese), and stacked sandwiches such as the Farmer’s Club or the ever-reliable Mac & Cheese Grilled Cheese.
Lighter options hold their own, too. Crustless quiche bites, farmstead salad, mango chia pudding, and the much-loved Country Spice sando make it easy to tailor brunch to your mood — whether that mood says “cozy and filling” or “fresh and balanced.”
It’s the kind of menu that works just as well on a busy weekday morning as it does on a slow, no-plans weekend — which explains why so many people don’t just visit Lazy Daisy’s, they build it into their routine.
Coffee That Complements the Experience
Great food deserves great coffee…and Lazy Daisy’s delivers, serving some of the best brew in town from a beloved local roastery, De Mello.
From classic drip coffee to carefully prepared espresso drinks, each cup is made to sit naturally alongside the food and the atmosphere. Lattes and cappuccinos pair effortlessly with house-made sweet treats like Grandma’sbutter tarts, fresh-baked muffins, oatmeal chocolate chip cookies, and other baked goodies that tend to disappear faster than planned.
Seasonal Touches That Feel Right at Home
While the core menu stays rooted in familiar favourites, Lazy Daisy’s moves gently with the seasons. February leans cozy by default, and the café meets it there with comforting flavours and warm plates that feel exactly right on a cold day.
Seasonal features and rotating offerings add just enough variety to keep things interesting, without ever losing the sense of consistency that regulars count on. It’s change without chaos (the good kind).
A Place for Everyday Moments — and Milestones
One of the things people love most about Lazy Daisy’s is how naturally it fits into real life.
It’s where mornings start before work, where weekends unfold with family, and where friends gather to celebrate both the small wins and the big milestones. The café can also be rented as an event space, with our magical “secret garden” patio opening up during the warmer months — making it a go-to spot for birthdays, gatherings, and meaningful moments that deserve good food and an easygoing setting.
No matter how you arrive — as a regular or a first-timer — there’s a sense that you’re welcome exactly as you are.
Why Being a “Diner” Still Matters
In a city full of cafés chasing the next trend, Lazy Daisy’s has stayed focused on what actually lasts: honest food, genuine hospitality, and a space where people feel comfortable lingering.
Being Toronto’s Best Diner isn’t about flash. It’s about showing up, day after day, and doing things with care. It’s about knowing that whenever you walk through the door, you’ll get the same warmth, the same quality, and the same familiar feeling.
That’s what makes Lazy Daisy’s timeless — and why it continues to resonate with so many Torontonians.
More Than a Meal — It’s a Whole Vibe
At its heart, Lazy Daisy’s Café is about creating moments of pause in a busy city. It’s about slowing down, even briefly, and enjoying food that feels like it was made with intention.
So yes — come for the biscuits. They’re absolutely worth it.
But stay for the brunch, the coffee, the community, and the feeling that you’ve landed exactly where you’re meant to be.
And when staying in sounds just as good, Lazy Daisy’s offers take-out, delivery, and catering for gatherings big and small.
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