Yes, we love this place: Richmond Station

Success deserves celebration, and there is no better place for celebration (by food) than at Richmond Station! It was a Friday evening and a series of events in our personal lives had given cause for celebration. We turned to our local favourite knowing that it would offer the best combination of quality, price, and speed. It wouldn't be our first time at the restaurant and it likely wouldn't be our last.

No chef's table today. Peeking at the daily specials.

Something looks different here. Maybe everything.

With Richmond Station's ever-changing menus, it seems as though we may never end up eating the same dish twice. On the bright side, this probably means we'll never need to go to any other restaurant to try something new. But on the flip side, it will also mean that it's unlikely that we'll be able to revisit any old favourites (unless we go two days in a row).

No Shucks to Give: Pearl Diver

During this week's Friday adventure, we visited Pearl Diver.  As the name implies, it is a seafood restaurant- I believe they're known for their oyster specials that run throughout the week.  But seeing as neither of us are fans of raw oysters, we opted to not partake in any oyster shucking.

The restaurant is located in the Financial District/St. Lawrence Market area and was only a short walk away from the office.  This stretch of Adelaide East isn't a particularly happening place (directly facing the St. James Park) but you'll definitely know when you've arrived.. assuming you've walked in the right direction.  The interior of the restaurant is very casual and welcoming with an ample amount of natural lighting.

Fishy Friday at Little Fin

A couple Fridays ago, we braved the busy streets of Toronto to check out Panamania and to try Little Fin.  We've heard a lot about Little Fin over the past few months and pictures of their fish sandwiches have been popping up all over Facebook and Instagram.

Little Fin is nestled in the Financial District, putting it in a perfect location for the weekday lunch crowd.  Their storefront was pretty empty around 6PM on a Friday; this worked for us as we prefer a quieter atmosphere and it's always great to get our food faster!

Ahi Tuna Sandwich ($13) 
Marinated in scallion, ginger, thai basil & sesame



Stanley went for the Ahi Tuna sandwich with a side of potato wedges and seaweed salad.  The sandwich was piled high with tuna that had been gently seared on each side.  The fish had not been cooked through and was very tender.  Overall, this sandwich tasted really good and we both enjoyed it.

Manly Fish: Garfish

It was a breezy Friday morning in Sydney and the office was ever so slightly, less busy than a regular day. My coworkers and I found ourselves short of work with no fires to put out. With no better use of our time, we decided to hop onto a ferry out from Circular Quay to the sandy beach of Manly. We came across the Garfish Seafood Restaurant and were delighted to find that it served some of the freshest seafood around Sydney. Located in the gorgeous beach-side suburb of Manly, it also boasted a spectacular view of the marina.

Night Shift: Umi Sushi

It was a late Thursday night and work had just wrapped up. My colleagues and I were ready to call it a night but the pangs of hunger beckoned for a tasty meal. I asked if there were any good Korean restaurants in the neighborhood and my colleague told me there was a place real close. A couple minutes later, we ended up in front of Umi Sushi + Udon, a Japanese restaurant.

Located in Darling Harbour, Sydney, Umi Sushi + Udon was one of many dining establishments along the strip. Like others in the area, this restaurant has an open storefront and patio seating. Inside the restaurant, one will find a sushi bar with a conveyor belt that runs along the perimeter.