Great Burger Kitchen

I’ve been here many times, so please understand that I still come and enjoy this place. The two stars is mainly because they’re marketed as a burger kitchen but that’s not the best item there. I’ve had several burgers, poutines, and ice cream cones and what I would say is the food is great if you don’t get a burger. Their burgers have always been far too-​overlooked to the point of being tasteless and very disappointing. However, I’ve really enjoyed this poutines, they come at a family size so great to serve or have as a main. Their ice cream is the best priced you’ll find in this area, super reasonable and best of all the waffle/​sugar cones are free so you can swap you regular boring cone for one of these awesome ones! Overall I really love the idea of this place, it’s more of a takeout than sit down but the people are nice abc the waiting times are reasonable. However, beware or simply ask that they don’t overcook your burger as they’ve always been burnt for me..

Couple days i go I had there fries, I couldn’t finish of yet, I had finish them of because I didn’t want waste food. I had burger classics was good just was second
good food

After being out of the country for 3 years coming back to find out that great burger kitchen is not only still around but improved with age was a great surprise. Got the Greek burger and onion rings and can say this hit the spot. The rings are better then ever and the burger was perfect. Nice and juicy, perfectly cooked. Quick and friendly service. If you want a good burger and good service go here

Not so great burger kitchen…
The first time I had a burger from this place, it was euphoric. The meat was so fresh and juicy and the burger tasted exactly like what you would want a burger to taste like.
Unfortunately when I ordered a burger on April 23 (@ 3:14pm through über) what I received was a far cry from above.
The meat was so overcooked the entire patty was black; not ‘char grilled’ just burnt. The meat inside was hard like saw dust that had been mixed with glue. It was so bitter from the amount of char coating the outside of the burger it was inedible. See uploaded photos.
The bun was squished and mushy. The whole burger just kind of collaspe around the pucks they were trying to pass off as patties.
I hope this was a one off thing and I just got really unlucky. I would never wish the burger I had on even my worst of enemies.

Had their special burger which had an egg in it. I realize I wasn’t asked how the egg was cooked but it was over easy and that’s how I wanted it anyways haha. I wish I got the poutine like everyone was saying but that will happen next time. The burger itself had some nice fresh ingredients and I love the way the shop itself is set up. The meat was solid as it was still greasy but I didn’t hate myself right after. I’ll definitely come back when I’m in the area.

Mediocre burger, terrible fries. I wouldn’t go back.
Onion rings are not good. Super battered and greasy.

Place is small, cozy with friendly staff.
There’s a large variety of choices that would allow you to get the burger that you are craving for.
All their meat is locally sourced, naturally raised and comes from a free range type of concept (so they state).
Just had a simple 6oz burger with spicy aioli, jalapeño peppers and Brie cheese.
The burger took approx 7 mins to be served which is good waiting time for a good healthy sandwich.
The burger is of a good size and it was very tasty.
I would surely come back again to try a full menu with a milkshake to gurgle down my throat.

I’ll make a long story short and say that GBK is currently my favourite place to get a burger in Toronto, and has been for a long time now.
They have a burger du jour all week long as well as a poutine of the day. If that doesn’t tickle your fancy you can always choose from the many menu options.
There are many burger and poutine combinations. I make my way here often to satisfy my craving for a good meat patty cooked the way I like it.
Must-​try items:
Voodoo Burger
Montréal Poutine
Feta, Cheddar & Swiss Poutine
Most of the time I dine in but they also do takeout very well. They also deliver in the Leslieville area, which is a great excuse to move into this neighbourhood, not that you needed one. Seriously, try these burgers. They’re awesome.

When I walked in, I cringed at the prices for a poutine and burger. I only came since my cousin insisted that we eat here and that the burgers were really good.
Man, am I glad that we came here. The burger was delicious and juicy! The 6oz patty was huge and for $ 6.95 + tax, you can add as many toppings as you like for no extra charge.
The Montréal poutine was a very good size. We ended up sharing it with 3 people in addition to our burgers.
The food here is really good, and the fact that it’s organic makes it even better.
The only thing I would complain about is how long it took for us to get our food. It felt like a 20 minute wait and there was no one else ahead of us in the line. On the bright side, it made the meal that much more worthwhile since we were starving!

I wish I loved the burgers here as it’s in my neighbourhood, but I just don’t think they’re outstanding after eating at other burger shops, they’re a a bit dry. Much of the time I eat here out of convenience. I will say that the rings and poutine (share it) are great and having the ice cream available is a nice touch. They provide lettuce wraps for the burgers if requested which is also a nice touch and the staff are always friendly and polite.

The slogan is really good and probably true. GKB has one most juicy and tasty burgers. The Church location close earlier this year and I had so many times to go but I guess it better late then never.
The patty was 6 oz for 10 buck plus topping was a good deal. Moist, juicy and so favourful. If organic then even better. Definity one of my favourites now. I will be back.

As a contractor who gets to travel this fair city far and wide, GBK is perhaps my absolute favorite burger joint.
Order yours medium and they’re juicy and with just the right amount of seasoning and fresh, fresh toppings you just can’t go wrong.
They’re onion rings are a little greasy but they’re also HUGE.

Love this place when it was at church and front. Fresh burgers made to order. So make sure to have time during your work lunch as the wait can be 10+ minutes. The fries are double fried for extra crispiness which is worth the visit. I’ve yet to visit the newer location but will when I’m in the area.

We ordered last night for delivery, the customer service was great & delivery took less than 30 minutes. The portion sizes are huge, I would recommend sharing sides.

What a fantastic surprise! My husband and I needed a quick dinner one Saturday night and wanted to try something in the neighbourhood. We ordered two Riverdale burgers to go. WOW! This has to be one of the better burgers I’ve had in the city and for such a reasonable price for what you get.
The quality is way above fast food burgers. The meat is organic, the toppings are fresh, but most importantly it’s delicious! You get a great portion for what you pay for in both burger and fries. Generally, one order of fries and two burgers is more than enough to feed us both.
The staff is also super friendly and cool which is always a plus.
Highly recommended for a fast, delicious meal.

This GBK location is right by my old high school and one of the best poutineries I’ve tried. I am obsessed with the mushroom swiss poutine, $ 6.95 + tax for a massive portion I always have to end up sharing with one other person. The fries on the poutine just seems a little overcooked during most times but the rest of the ingredients make up for it and the best part is that everything is locally sourced! Great concept & amazing food!

Great Burger Kitchen
I must preface this by saying that I have never treated this place more than a take-​out restaurant. Although She and I dined in once, the space only offers stools and a counter top.
With that being said, this place is a PERFECT take-​out burger joint to have in your area. Ever since I was young I have set myself on a mission to try as many different burger places in Toronto and GBK can dance with the best of them. They offer two different types of meat for their burgers. Both options are fantastic but for a few extra bucks you can treat yourself to their «premium beef» option. There are a few specialty burgers such as Greek burger (tomatoes, feta cheese, and psuedo-​authentic taziki sauce). My personal favourite is the Tasty burger which is a cheeseburger topped off with pulled pork. If you’re a control freak, you also have the option to create your own burger. The second phase of your meal is one of their delightful poutines. They have daily specials and plenty of specialty poutines that can meet anyone’s standards. And last but not least, you MUST treat yourself to a cone or a shake at GBK. They are one of few places in the East end that serves Kwartha ice-​cream. It is some of the best made ice-​cream in all of Canada. Overall, GBK is a great experience. The food and the staff are all on point.

I have been coming to GBK for years now. I have had everything from there meat burgers to there vegan/​gluten free options. Overall I think it’s not a bad place but not the best either.
The positives:
Freshly made food.
Big menu, lots of neat options
Great ice cream
Good burgers
Great poutine
The negatives:
Veggie burger is very bland, need oodles of sauces to add flavour
I hate the seating here! Only I ledge with stools, drives me crazy.
They only take cash & debit.
Overall I would not make a trip to eat here, nor would I rave about the place.

Yeah, the buns often come toasty-​grilled, but oh my, are the burgers huge! The poutines here are huge and greasy-​good!
If you really want to knock yourself out, try a ‘Mexican Poutine’ – like a nachos plate in the form of a poutine. Or their GBK poutine – mmm, pulled pork and goat cheese…
I haven’t the chance to try ‘em all yet. But the burger patties are very nicely thick (what a difference 6 ozs make), and has a decent grilled backyard taste. And best of all, at $ 6 – 12 for a single item or a meal combo respectively, much of the grub at GBK are relatively affordable by local ‘gourmet’ burger standards. Albeit, it’s pricey from a high-​schooler-​buying-​lunch-​across-​the-​street perspective. (And thus I wonder how busy the place is with teenagers at lunch hour – indeed, with the slow seeming gentrification of the anonymous Gerrard-​Jones block, the pool of cheap-​though-​not-​necessarily-​good lunch options as I remembered it are shrinking… but lest I digress.)
As a consolation to the above point, there is a 4oz ‘student burger’ on the menu. There’s also a small ice cream bar, though seating options are limited to bar counters running two sides of the service space. Ya know, it would be decent to provide a coat hanging solution so one wouldn’t have to eat in while wearing a thick winter jacket. (But lest I digress again.)
They strive to made good comfort grub with local ingredients, whereas I strive to consume big burgers and creative poutine ideas. I’m quite impressed with GBK.
{TTC: the 83 or 506 to Gerrard and Jones. GBK is smack next to McGugan’s pub at the northwest quadrant.}

I can’t post a picture of my burger because I was too obsessed eating it to put it down. Grilled bun, simply seasoned, flavorful meat, perfect toppings. Fries are good too, though I do find the poutine portions to be big, but that is a high class problem.
I have also had the onion rings. They are good scorching hot with ketchup or malt vinegar to cut the grease. But not enough onion to batter, for me… I happen to prefer 70% onion to 30% batter.
And still I adore the burger.

Ummmmm #lickinglips. Now that’s a #burger!!!
Love love love GBK! Great poutines, even greater burgers, a definite Leslieville staple.
My AB-​SOLUTE AB-​BUSTING fave is the Voodoo burger. I mean, need I say more? I do? Ok fine: tomato salsa, spicy mayo, guacamole, balsamic onions, sandwiched between a bed of lettuce, a fresh bun, and local free range beef. Gimme!!!
The Greek burger is a close second, or the Danforth if you want chicken. But don’t take my word for it– stop by or follow them on twitter to see what the Burger and Poutine of the day is. I intend to go down the list when I’m ready to go back to elastic pants again. Till then, let me know how they treat you.
I RECOMMEND– you call in your order. These burgers take a while but are worth the wait.