Locals spend weekends making plates of French toast disappear at this family-friendly Roncesvalles Village restaurant. Topped with caramelized pears, whipped ricotta, almond crumble, crème anglaise and a requisite splash of maple syrup, this cheffy take is decidedly adult.

French toast at this relaxed Bloordale Village café is a looker made of golden brioche glitzed up with fruit and cozied up to vivid ube cream. Side it with other stylish brunch plates, daily from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Homey with undeniable French flair, this Little Italy spot draws crowds with a menu of Gallic delights. Made with cream-bathed brioche and croissant, French toast is buttery, tender and best not ignored.

Regulars visit this Scarborough diner for plates piled high with comfort. Sift through the classic breakfast and brunch options to over-the-top renditions — like French toast stuffed with homemade cheesecake, then finished with warm berry sauce.

Brunch at this Liberty Village spot never goes out of style. With a roster of souped up sweet and savoury dishes — like the best-of-both-worlds super cheesy bacon French toast — it's no surprise.

A place that cycles through the days with coffee and brunch followed by wine and chic French plates, this Dundas West spot treats toast to the ultimate glow-up. Topped with fruit compote, berries and caramel cream, it's for those who like to start the day on a seriously sweet note.

Devotees let the promise of expertly-made brunch fare buoy their spirits as they wait for a table at this petite, no-reservations spot on Dundas West. French toast, served with caramelized apples and gruyère or syrup and golden bananas, is always a smart choice.

On weekends, this spot (with locations on King West and in Midtown) serves up French toast with an Italian spin. With amaro maple syrup, berries and the uplifting flavours of traditional tiramisu, the team's pane Francese is unlike any other.

Join the well-heeled set supping on elegant morsels at this Yorkville spot, in the Park Hyatt Toronto. Available at breakfast and brunch, crème brûlée French toast, with berries, vanilla custard and maple syrup, is a standout on a menu of hits.