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MB The Place To Be

Restaurant Bar Lounge Comedy club

😠 This is what they consider "grilled" liempo. Not only is this an embarassing take for one of the best foods in Philippines, the food is overly salty and soupy, almost like whoever cooked it decided to just cook it in the pan and throw in the soy sauce, and voila, a joke version of liempo. How is th... People often mention good, Filipino, service, ordered, customer, seafood, amazing, order, great, delicious,


Address

3434 Bathurst St, North York, ON M6A 2C3, Canada

Website

www.mbtheplacetobe.com

Contact

+1 416-795-8985

Rating on Google Maps

4.00 (122 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Sunday: 8 am to 8 pm
  • Monday: (Family Day Canada), 8 am to 2 pm, Hours might differ
  • Tuesday: 8 am to 2 pm
  • Wednesday: 8 am to 2 pm, 6 to 10 pm
  • Thursday: 8 am to 2 pm, 6 to 10 pm
  • Friday: 8 am to 2 pm
  • Saturday: 8 am to 2 pm

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  • 1/5 Neilizza S. 1 year ago on Google
    This is what they consider "grilled" liempo. Not only is this an embarassing take for one of the best foods in Philippines, the food is overly salty and soupy, almost like whoever cooked it decided to just cook it in the pan and throw in the soy sauce, and voila, a joke version of liempo. How is this worth $15? The sad thing is I keep ordering from this place hoping they will have better quality and consistency and time and again, I am left appalled at what I am presented. Just absolutely disappointing.
    7 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Susain B. 2 years ago on Google
    I always ordered sarabasab on this place, but now just ordered again but im disappointed because the one that i expect is just like the previous one that i always ordered. Now they give me a meat like a bbq one and its too sweet and old and the taste is not like sarabasab😶. And its little , not like the previous that i ordered.!!! As a customer im not satisfied and not happy what they did.
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Carlito D. 2 months ago on Google • 26 reviews New
    Went today to try the seafood kamayan. It was amazing, the seafood were fresh with a very flavorful sauce. Rice was unlimited, we also ordered pork sisig which was very good as well. I highly recommend this place . Great value for your money.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Daen E. 1 year ago on Google
    They came as a food truck to McQuesten Park in Hamilton for a Filipino event. My gf ordered halo halo and was given a very cheap portion of ube ice cream. The girl before her (with a lighter complexion) had received a generous portion closer to the promo picture of the item and thought that we would receive the same. Disappointed, I requested to the man who served her to add more to the cup as it seemed disproportionate. He seemed disgruntled, reluctantly added a little bit more and handed it back to me in silence. I am appalled at the colourism displayed here. EDIT: 10/05/2022 - Definitely close was not for our serving it was for the person in front of us.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 GZi M. 7 months ago on Google • 7 reviews
    Very DISAPPOINTED because plastic container of Gulaman DARK/black drink spilled. It was not securely packed and is inside the same bag with rest of order. DARK drink spilled on the carpet of front of our door. My husband had to get a plate to receive the spilling bag from the delivery man. When I opened the bag, the container of noodles was also soaked with that black gulaman drink so it was NOT eatable. Tapioca in Gulaman drink NOT cooked well - still hard. The lugaw taste bitter and does not at all look like its picture on the menu. The lumpia were cut pieces from a whole piece - very poor presentation. I have pictures to prove the spilled gulaman. Money spent on waste - never again!!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Rachelle M. 2 months ago on Google • 5 reviews New
    Thank you for the great experience on a Friday night! Such a great way to de-stress from work. Edz and Neil were amazing on how they handle the customers on a busy night. Great job, guys! Love the IG acoustic duo, too! Food was amazing! We had pork sisig and the famous kamayan seafood! Will def come back soon! ❤️
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 DHANG B. 5 years ago on Google
    Nice place to hang out with friends. Have karaoke and acoustic live band.costumer service is great. Owner is friendly...
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Daler S. 6 months ago on Google
    It takes 30mins for the staff to just respond to you. Very unprofessional and no passion for cooking and service. Had high hopes but disappointed
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mark M. 2 months ago on Google • 3 reviews New
    Amazing fresh seafood and yummy sauce for affordable price. It is better if they have a 2XL plastic gloves so no need to use bare hand to eat but overall, amazing customer service as well. They are also friendly. Highly recommended. 😆😁😆
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Dj J. 3 years ago on Google
    very nice bar where all the friends and family will have fun, food drinks you can even order food in your house, And now pandemic try their different foods and find out how delicious
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Janusz Rey DeVillon M. 3 years ago on Google
    The best place to buy filipino food... always fresh for so good... price is rite. ... good luck everyone order now and enjoy it.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 frank f. 2 years ago on Google
    The isaw is well cooked. It doesn’t served a complete meal in what we order. Instead of putting it in proper paper bag they put it in AMERICAN EAGLE BAG!!! you guys are disgusting. Please be professional in your job. We paid everything so do your job properly!!!!!!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Arlyn A. 5 months ago on Google
    It's kinda boring they should change the karaoke machine into more upgraded like YouTube and their microphone is so bad they should invest more in their sound system rather than the boring livebond people wanna dance and sing not listening to those boring singer they should remove the stair carpet and clean it really stink and disgusting and pls hired a good cook !!!your food not that good why the management can't see all those For you Mike, What you did last night is unprofessional You got mad at me because of my review which is I'm stating only the fact that it's up to you if you take it possitive for the better of your so called business but if you have business you must ready for any negative comments not only possitive ..your very very rude guy...I came there last night to support the fundraising of my friends which your friends too but what you did to me is unacceptable....your definitely unprofessional who can't take negative comments to your business you want me to talk to you just to say my comments that's why we have Google review...to all people I don't recommend this place it's over price the other owner is really rude ...so beware
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jun A. 3 years ago on Google
    Awesome place to hangout. From early evening dinner lounge style to late clubbing nights. MB has a variety food in their menu. From Filipino style breakfast choices, lunch menus that you’ll love to have the in office to dinner favourites for the whole family. Owners are friendly and approachable. MB boasts of live mixing DJs and festive events like live bands and stand up comedians. Want good food and good company? MB, the place to be. 😎👍
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 MR B. 1 year ago on Google
    Depressing experience. So take this in, the front door is open & the bar is set. I sit down with me and my two buddies. The bartender is running around with her head cut off then she comes out to tell us that the bar is closed…..
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Livina S. 5 months ago on Google
    THIS PLACE NOT ONLY ONCE, TWICE BUT MOST OF THE TME WE COME HERE TO ENJOY THE TIME WITH MY FRIENDS THEY OVERCHARGE THE BILL. IF NOT THE DRINKS THEY CHARGE YOUR BILL EXTRA FOR THE FOOD THEY HAVEN’T SERVED YOU. THE WORST THING IS THEY DOUBLE CHARGED US FOR THE DRINKS WE ALREADY PAID IN CASH AND ASKED US TO PAY IT AGAIN. EVEN WE CHALLENGED THE OWNER TO CHECK THE CAMERA AND SEE IF WE’RE TELLING THE TRUTH BUT IT JUST WENT TO THE OWNER’S DEAF EARS. ONE OF OUR FRIEND END UP OF PAYING IT AGAIN. THE OWNER IS FULL TO HIMSELF AND RUDE….
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 baloney X. 9 months ago on Google
    This was one of my go to places for decent Filipino food and snacks (finger food) in Toronto. They are also the only place that offers chicharon bulaklak (fried pig's mesentery chicharron or cracklings), among other hard to find Filipino food items. I never had the opportunity to dine in and experience the music and comedy bar, but l've seen a Facebook Live stream where the DJ played 80s disco music, and I think it was good. Whenever I phone in, I get to speak to one of the owner-partner, and he was always nice to answer my questions and to accommodate my requests. He even offered to deliver my food orders one time, as he said he wasn't busy anyway. Keep it up!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Andrea D. 3 months ago on Google • 4 reviews New
    Went here for Seafood Kamayan and it was excellent and worth the price! Plus the unli rice and the perfect rich, creamy, and smooth leche flan! Ate Edz also served us hot Bulalo. Also, she made the whole experience very customer focused while sharing with us other amazing menu to try. Great experience!!! 😊

  • 4/5 Graciano M. 4 months ago on Google
    If you want karaoke this is the place to be. Exclusive, usually not busy. Friendly Filipino bar. Features acoustic performers.

  • 5/5 Mary O. 3 years ago on Google
    Good Filipino food. They have delivery options too.

  • 1/5 Wrenn M. 7 months ago on Google
    Their Adobo was all fat! The pork belly pieces had no meat on them, you can see the meat’s been sliced off before they were cooked and I’n left with the fat and rind of the pork belly in my order. Now I know why it’s called “Adobo Special” - what’s makes it unique is how they cheat you on ingredients.

  • 5/5 Jake E. 1 year ago on Google
    I had delicious Filipino cuisine and fantastic service.

  • 1/5 Hailey V. 1 year ago on Google
    I ordered the food on Uber Eats before the closing time more than 40 minutes and the order was confirmed preparing since then. However I waited for an hour and 20 minutes til they canceled it because they close the store :) should have told me or just simply cancel it. Lack of professionalism.

  • 5/5 Ryan V. 1 year ago on Google
    Order to go by walk in but vibe was nice and food was delicious, definately a new go to for Filipino food

  • 5/5 Hansel S. 2 years ago on Google
    Looking for delicious Filipino food. MB is the place to be.keep it up!

  • 4/5 Frederick S. 2 years ago on Google
    Food is great 👍 meat 🍖 so easy to chew..nice place inside

  • 1/5 Marwin D. 2 years ago on Google
    The food was incomplete. We ordered the combo with the leche flan but no dessert. The pancit canton was very salty. Not recommended

  • 5/5 Arnold A. 3 years ago on Google
    Best variety and family pack Filipino Food in the GTA, great for online, pickup, birthdays, parties, great food selection for all occassions! We totally recommend this place, best customer service and pricing!

  • 5/5 lisa h. 2 years ago on Google
    The food was fresh and delicious. We enjoyed the food👌

  • 4/5 Christopher V. 2 years ago on Google
    Second going there with my friend. Very good atmosphere service was good the lumpia was frozen inside was rushed. Overall a place to chill!😊

  • 5/5 Riz Glenzyle M. 2 months ago on Google • 1 review New
    The Ambiance is so relaxing, chill and clean, Good quality customer service❤️ also their Kamayan Seafood is sooooooo goooood😍 everything is perfect from soup (the best💯) dessert (leche flan) and the seafood itself🤩🦞 This is the best filipino resto i've been tried so far💯 I must recommend this place—Great accommodation & they always take care of the customer needs🤗 My mom and I really enjoyed the Kamayan Seafood! A MUST TRY and you'll never regret❤️ I will surely come back to this place for sure since i just live nearby and for the quality foods (chef kiss) ❤️ This place deserves a thousands of customers! Kudos to the staffs & management!🤗💯
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 mLavilla_ O. 2 months ago on Google • 1 review New
    The food is delicious .Acoustic night with table for 2(Liezel and Edu) is very entertainment and amazing. Great customer service.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jeanine Mae Cascara - D. 3 months ago on Google • 1 review New
    Went because of the seafood kamayan promo. Very satisfied with the taste! Bitin nga 🥲 Best place to eat and jam with friends!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Nadine P. 2 months ago on Google • 1 review New
    Look at the food that we had from this place, Both crispy pata and sisig were obviously a left over from yesterdays menu!! re-heated and sold to ubereats. DO NOT ORDER, Food is gross.

  • 5/5 John Michael I. 2 months ago on Google • 1 review New
    a restaurant gives extraordinary service and yummy meals. one of my favourite restaurants in town.. the staff are so accommodating and friendly especially ate Eds. and the meals served rapidly. highly recommended ..


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Happy-hour food
    • ✓️ Late-night food
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Catering
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating
    • ✓️ No-contact delivery

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