Bad Egg is bringing egg drop sandwiches and Korean-inspired entrees to the Beaches.

Canadian co-owners David Polny and Karim Virani discovered the chain on a trip to Karachi and quickly fell in love with the franchise.

Eager to share Bad Egg with an international audience, the pair wasted no time reaching out to the founders with a plan to bring the brand to Canada.

The first Canadian location opened in Toronto in June of 2024. Located just south of Moss Park, the restaurant quickly became a neighbourhood favourite, prompting the creation of a second restaurant only a few months later.Situated on Queen Street East, Bad Egg's Beaches location is a bright yellow building that emphasizes the brand's playful vibe. The front counter is decorated with an egg pattern, while the walls are covered in fun slogans. A small, stripey juice bar is tucked into the far corner of the dining room. This is Juice to Go, another brand that David and Karim discovered while travelling.

David tells us that he and his partner chose to house the two brands in the same space because they believed the items they offered would compliment one another.

Bad Egg specializes in Korean fusion cuisine, while Juice to Go, true to its name, specializes in fresh juices, smoothies and snacks. Both are popular with teenagers and young adults due to their bold flavours and affordable prices.

The main challenge that David has faced in marketing Bad Egg was convincing customers that they're more than just a breakfast restaurant.

"When people hear the word 'egg', their minds immediately go to breakfast," David explains. "But eggs can be eaten for almost any meal."

Though Bad Egg does offer a number of delicious breakfast options, including avocado toast and breakfast sandwiches, their menu is much more diverse than their name might suggest.

The Bad Egg Club ($10.89) is one of the restaurant’s best selling sandwiches. Made with fluffy white shokupan bread, this dish has a light, airy texture in spite of its hulking size.

Fried eggs, grilled chicken and crispy bacon fill the sandwich's protein quota, while lettuce, tomato, and cheese give the meal a more balanced flavour. Parsley and mayo are used to garnish the enormous sandwich.

The Sizzling Beefy Bao ($9.99) is a smaller sandwich, served on a steamed bun instead of white bread. Its main ingredients are seasoned beef, green onions and sesame seeds.Korean Poutine ($10.29) is a variant on the classic Canadian dish, topped with boneless chicken, spring onions and sesame seeds. Bad Egg's signature sauce is used instead of gravy and compliments the squeaky cheese curds perfectly.Shrimply Irresistible Rice ($15.99) is a colourful rice bowl, consisting of kimchi, white rice, pickles, and grilled shrimp. A fried egg is placed on top, along with a smattering of spring onions and a dollop of sauce.The Chia Berry Smoothie ($6.99 / small, $8.99 / large) combines chia seeds, acai and mixed berries to create a tart tasting drink with a mild, nutty aftertaste.Smoothie Bowls ($12.49 / regular, $15.49 / large) are highly customizable and can be eaten as a light snack or a decadent dessert.

The bowl we tried was built on a base of acai sorbet and Blue Magic, a brightly coloured puree that tastes a little like coconut.

From there, we added fresh blueberries and strawberries, dried goji berries, coco nibs and granola. The final touch was a drizzle of Nutella, which gave the bowl a rich, chocolatey finish.

Bad Egg is located at 2214 Queen Street East.