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THE DISH

Light and flaky with a hint of milky sweetness, the fish and chips at Sunnyside Provisions truly punch above their weight for the price. The beer-battered Nova Scotia haddock fillet, sourced from Fisherfolk (a supplier to many top-tier restaurants), sits atop a bed of Burbank Russet potatoes that are crisp on the outside and perfectly fluffy on the inside. The tartar sauce is simple yet effective, combining creamy mayo with chopped pickles that both mellow out the fish and add a contrasting pop. Everything is fried to order, including the fries, so while there’s a slight wait, it’s absolutely worth it.

THE SHOP

Opened in 2021 by local residents Jeff Carroll, Sarah Lyons, and Laela O’Kelly, Sunnyside Provisions quickly earned a reputation on internet forums for its affordable, quality eats — but takeout isn’t the main attraction here. The shop is a treasure trove of curated finds, stocked with wines you won’t find at the LCBO (including non-alcoholic options), craft beers, and ready-to-pour housemade cocktails. The kitchen also prepares a range of ready-to-heat meals like curries, pastas, chilies, soups, and stews, all neatly packed in sous-vide bags — perfect for reheating in one pot of water (ideal for camping). Located near High Park to the west and Sorauren Park to the east, it’s also stocked with picnic essentials like snacks, chilled wines, sodas, and ready-to-go foods in reusable deli containers. Think of it as your go-to spot for last-minute picnic supplies, road trip snacks, or dinner parties.

ALSO ON THE MENU

You can’t go wrong with Sunnyside’s menu, where sandwiches hover around $10, and even with add-ons, you’re still under $20. A crowd favourite is Dave’s Salad Fries, $8, a takeout box filled with fries on the bottom and a fresh green salad, tossed in vinaigrette, on top. It’s named after a friend of the owners who created the combo on a whim. The fried haddock also comes as a sandwich with slaw, cheese, and tartar sauce — splurge an extra $4 for the large size, turning it into a hearty $10 meal. There’s also the meatball sandwich, available as a slider, $4, or full sub, $12. O’Kelly mentions that all the fries are cooked in a separate fryer, so they’re naturally gluten-free. For dessert, treat yourself to a soft-serve cone in vanilla, chocolate, or swirl ($3.75 for a kiddie cone, $4.75 for regular), with free sprinkles and chocolate chips. Don’t forget to browse the fridge for housemade dips and desserts like Cruzzo’s Cheesecake and Lemoncurd, $9, which strikes the perfect balance of creamy and tart.

EXPLORE THE AREA

My trips to Roncy are usually anchored by catching a flick at the ; browsing the obscure 80s B-movies only found at the video store across the street; and looking for stuff to read on the subway from bookstores like , Ìý²¹²Ô»å  For a date night, I previously wrote about Arbequina but for something more casual is reliable. A post-dinner/movie scoop of burnt marshmallow ice cream at p is a must. 

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