Forest Hill Village earns its name. The Village has maintained the feel of a small town, despite the changes in the neighbourhood. Throughout the day, the streets are busy with residents patronizing the variety of boutiques, attending yoga and exercise classes, and dining out for lunch. Hope Street Café is a central hub of the Village – a place where people from the neighbourhood and across the city come to catch up and enjoy a home-cooked meal from Hope Street’s diverse menu. Owner Matthew Schein works hard to maintain a comfortable atmosphere where guests can relax and enjoy the company of friends.

Hope Street serves breakfast, lunch and brunch items daily until 4p.m. To celebrate five years in the neighbourhood, Matthew is offering five dollar “classic” breakfast until 11a.m., Monday-Friday.

Weekend brunches are particularly popular, featuring Hope’s famous Eggs Benedict (served three ways) “create your own” omelettes and grilled cheese, and a wide variety of entrée-salads.!

In the evening, the cozy fireplace and candlelight set an inviting tone for guests unwinding over a leisurely meal and a glass of wine. Dinner at Hope Street, served daily from 4p.m., features fresh seafood, steaks and the restaurant’s trademark baby back ribs. Hope Street Cafe is licensed and serves premium wines, beers and spirits.

In the warmer months Hope’s street-side patio is a place for diners to enjoy some sun over lunch, stop off after work for food and drink, or to meet friends and linger over dinner on a long summer’s evening.

Matthew Schein recently opened The South Side Restaurant and Bar, directly across from Hope Street ar 419 Spadina Road. The South Side serves lunch and dinner Tuesday – Sunday. The bar is open and serves light snacks until 1.a.m., and features 9 local beers on draught. Only a few months old, the South Side is already well known for its lobster martinis. Stop by Wednesday nights for half-priced cocktails.