156 Cumberland

Follow @bredgyeats for more food! Look for casual Korean restaurants for comfort, but come here for a discovery of thoughtfully assembled flavours, harmonizing Korean with modern techniques. The trio of starters are the perfect sharing portions, or if you aren't satisfied with just one bite cause it's so good. The stuffed peppers were the favourite, encrusted in crispy breadcrumbs and stuffed with juicy ground beef and glass noodle filling, served with three different mayos. The experience continued to heighten with the Sujebi and Mushroom Jook. The sujebi are like oval-shaped pasta, with a pleasant al dente texture and plenty of surface area for the perilla seed butter to cling onto. It's garnished with a delicious melody of tender duck confit, maitake conserva, sweet corn, and crispy sage, and finished with tangy lemon zest. It's a complete bite that makes you want to lick the plate. I never used to be a big fan of congee/jook, but I'd be easily converted if you embellish it with such tasty ingredients. With a texture similar to risotto, each bite is bursting with mushroom umami, which is complimented by the subtle earthiness of the barley and a salty tanginess from the grating of parmesan on top. In the centre of it all is a gooey poached egg that adds a rich, creamy undertone to each bite. The microchives aren't just for garnish either, because they provide a subtle crisp along with a bit of freshness. I was smart enough tonight to order both desserts, as the banana milk tiramisu was simply irresistible, and the hojicha ice cream was even better. The quintessential tiramisu features two moist layers of lady, sandwiched with banana milk-infused mascarpone cream and topped with a heavy dusting of espresso powder. The ice cream though, is a must try. The silky smooth ice cream is infused with a fragrant roasted rice flavour and a comforting milkiness, contrasting with a lightly sweet and citrusy yuzu syrup. The sesame caramel brings a complex, butterscotch-like aroma to each bite, which amplifies the roasted flavours even more along with the roasted barley. It's garnished with a delicate and thin crisp on top for a little fun with textures. The service was attentive. We got the Stuffed Peppers, Chicken Wings, Beef Tartare, Mushroom Jook, Sujebi, Roasted Brown Rice Ice Cream, Banana Milk Tiramisu

Had a great experience at 156 Cumberland! Every dish we ordered was creative and flavorful—like eating Korean food but with a unique twist. It’s clear why this place has made the Toronto Michelin List three years in a row; they’ve definitely earned their recognition. It’s also a great spot for date night, with a cozy atmosphere and affordable prices, especially for a Michelin Guide restaurant in Yorkville. Highly recommend checking it out if you’re looking for something a little different!

I had won movie tickets through an Instagram contest hosted by 156 Cumberland when they had first opened and had always been meaning to visit since. Just got the chance to and it was a phenomenal experience!! All the dishes were bursting with flavour and very unique with a fusion twist. We especially loved the beer tartare and sujebi (the caramelized pieces of duck confit was chef’s kiss). The service was also friendly and thoughtful. I thought the price point was reasonable for how many dishes we had ordered. We can’t wait to be back to try other dishes and reorder our favorites :)

Wow, wow, wow. Mind blown. It was one of the most delicious things I have ever tasted—what an experience! Each and every plate was exquisite. There were both traditional elements and novel twists to the Korean dishes, featuring choice ingredients that were cooked, braised, and marinated to perfection, making the food not only phenomenally delicious but also truly unique. The stuffed pepper and potato pancakes were amazing, I scraped the plate clean eating the mackerel, and the hanger steak melted in my mouth. Even the side dishes (like seaweed rice) and sauces felt like fine dining dishes themselves, not just accompaniments. Their cocktails were smooth and perfectly balanced. And the dessert—what the heck! I've never had a better bingsu, even at dessert shops that specialize solely in bingsu. Genius. I am excited to see how this restaurant will continue to thrive and blossom as a prominent part of Toronto's Yorkville food scene.

Unique and tasty Korean fusion dishes, intimate atmosphere deserving of its Michelin recognition. 1. Mul-hwe: pricey but refreshing, complex, delicious 2. Beef tartare: enjoyed the inari pocket with beef combination, but wasn’t a standout for me 3. Chicken wings: disappointed with this dish, most of the chicken part was burnt and could only eat the rice on the inside 4. Sujebi: amazing! perfect texture with lots of juicy shrimp and succulent lobster bisque 5. Mushroom truffle jook: a must-order. was absolutely fantastic, so comforting with lots of mushrooms and hearty with the barley rice. an amazing example of fusion done well. 6. Cornpop bingsu: a light, not too sweet and refreshing end, better than places specializing in bingsu! highly recommend!