Essence of Unionville

3.9

309 Reviews

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Canadian

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2 people

Dec 16, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 8 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for brunch
Good for special occasions
Charming

Essence of Unionville is a culinary gem led by renowned Chef Jitin Gaba, known for his innovative Canadian coast-to-coast cuisine. Experience a delightful fusion of flavors, inspired by the diverse landscapes of Canada. From hearty breakfasts and brunches to elegant afternoon teas, our menu offers something for every palate.

With a contemporary ambiance, Essence of Unionville is perfect for celebrating special occasions, business dinners, or simply enjoying a delicious meal. Whether it's an intimate gathering or a large celebration, our attentive staff ensures every detail is taken care of.

Discover the Essence of Unionville located inside the iconic Hilton Toronto/Markham Suites hotel. 🖤✨

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Private dining

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Canadian, Afternoon Tea, All you can eat/Buffet
Hours of operation
Breakfast Daily 6:30 am–11:00 am Afternoon Tea Sat, Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(905) 470-8500
Website
https://www.essenceofunionville.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Jitin Gaba
Catering
Ask about customized menu options.
Private party facilities
Group lunches & dinners, celebrating holidays, special occasions, engagements, bridal showers, anniversaries, birthdays and accommodating groups of all sizes.• Private Dining Room - 28 people maximum• The Octagon (Semiprivate Dining Room) - 40 people maximum
Private party contact
Private Event Coordinator: (905) 470-8500 ext. 2067

Location
Hilton Toronto/Markham Suites, 8500 Warden Avenue, Markham, ON L6G 1A5
Neighborhood
Markham
Cross street
HWY 7 & Warden
Parking details
Complimentary parking for dine-in guests.
Public transit
Warden Avenue at Hwy 7
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Festive Afternoon Tea
CA$59.00 per person
Nov 30, 2024 - Dec 29, 2024
Celebrate this Festive season with your family, friends and loved once with a Festive Season Afternoon Tea with us at Essence of Unionville. Delight in a Festive yet refined afternoon tea featuring a curated selection of timeless and inventive bites. Savor freshly baked scones, signature in-house pastries, and a range of luxury teas.
Festive Seasonal Brunch Buffet
CA$65.00 per person
Dec 1, 2024 - Dec 29, 2024
Deck the Halls with Festive Flavours! Join us for a Festive Sunday Brunch throughout December. Indulge in our limited-time Festive Sunday Brunch menu, showcasing the finest Christmas and New Year's culinary delights.
Christmas Brunch Buffet
CA$92.00 per person
Dec 25, 2024 only
Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with your loved ones. Treat them to a delectable Christmas turkey with all the traditional holiday sides, an impressive selection of international cuisines, a succulent beef carving station, the freshest seafood dishes, and a delightful array of desserts to complete the festive feast. Live entertainment will fill the air with your favorite Christmas songs, and Santa Claus will make a special appearance to spread holiday cheer. Two Seating: 11:00 am to 1:00 pm 1:45 pm to 3:45 pm

Offers

Saturday A La Carte Brunch
Dec 7, 2024 - Dec 28, 2024
Sat - 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Join us for Brunch every Saturday and enjoy a complimentary Mimosa

The ClassicCA$21.00
Two Eggs Any Style, Crispy Potatoes, Toast One Choice of Maple Bacon, Banger Sausage, or Chicken & Apple Sausage
Three Egg OmeletteCA$21.00
Made to your Preference | Provençal Tomatoes | Home Fries
EOU omletteCA$23.00
Egg White, Baby Kale, Braised Mushroom, Locally Sourced Cheese, Crispy Potatoes

Benedict Bliss

Egg BenedictCA$21.00
Niagara Peameal Bacon | Poached Egg | Provençal Tomatoes | Home Fries | Hollandaise
Salmon BenedictCA$22.00
Atlantic Smoked Salmon | Poached Egg | Provençal Tomatoes | Home Fries | Hollandaise
Caramelized Onion, Mushroom BenedictCA$22.00

Chef's Favourites

Croque MadameCA$22.00
Sour Dough Bread, Blended Parmesan & Gruyere, Ontario Ham, Fried Egg
Healthy Breakfast BowelCA$23.00
Brown Rice & Quinoa, Soft Poached Egg, Cauliflower, Kidney Beans, Squash, Pesto
Smoked Salmon BagelCA$14.00
Red Onions, Capers, Cream Cheese

Sweet Treats

Freshly Baked PastriesCA$12.00
Croissant, Danish, Muffin
WaffleCA$19.00
Homemade Waffle, Vanilla Whipped Cream, Chocolate Sauce

Sides

Chicken & Apple SausageCA$7.00
Maple Banger SausageCA$7.00
BaconCA$8.00
Side PotatoesCA$6.00

Beverages

Freshly Brewed CoffeeCA$5.00
Hot ChocolateCA$5.00
EspressoCA$5.00
Cappuccino/LatteCA$6.00
TeaCA$5.00
Fruit JuicesCA$6.00
Orange | Apple | Cranberry | Tomato
SmoothiesCA$9.00

What 309 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

3.9

3.9 based on recent ratings

4Food
4.1Service
4.2Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

309 Reviews

C
Christine
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service and arrangement. Food is good and cheese cake is delicious.
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Norma
Toronto
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Unfortunately, the limited menu of the Mistletoe Lunch Buffet at $52.00 pp was very disappointing. Mains: The beef rib and pre-sliced turkey are not carved from roast but appeared to have pre-processed or packaged beginnings similar to a diner. The third option was an overcooked fish dish in a sauce. Of the desserts, the mango pudding was good and the apple streusel was flaky. The plain cheesecake had a soggy crust. Would guess that desserts might not be made in house. The restaurant itself is comfortable, attractive and was quiet on a weekday lunch. Sadly, our party of 4 cannot recommend the buffet.
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Theresa
Toronto
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
The price was not at all worth it. Service was terrible. We had no information from the server and took forever to even order a coffee and get the coffee. For the price of it you get no options. There were SO few starch options only potato lyonnaise or croissants. For sides there was only the potatoes, a mixed veg, a ravioli and a stuffing. All the items were cold. The eggs benedict were freezing cold. There was no bread available. There were so few breakfast choices. The fruit plate looked like something you would get at the grocery store. They also ran out of things quickly and we were told they were just out and would not be restocking. There is just no way to justify the price of it.
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Kathy
Toronto
5 reviews
1.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
A Letdown for a Special Celebration: We came here to celebrate a milestone 65th birthday after years of dining here with great experiences. Sadly, this visit didn’t live up to the standard. The note about our special occasion was ignored, and we were given poor seating. Meanwhile, influencers received prime spots and handled food with shared utensils, creating serious health concerns before customers even had access to the buffet. This isn’t what I expect from an upscale restaurant, especially at this price point. It’s disappointing to see paying customers overlooked for influencer appearances. I hope management takes these concerns seriously, as this was an unfortunate experience on an important event.
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Caron
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The place is quiet and the food is great. We especially like the ahi tuna. Great experience 😄😄
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service and we have enjoyed the environment.
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Sann Sann
Toronto
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 13, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We went with my elderly mother and husband for Thanksgiving brunch. The buffet of food was amazing! So much variety. Not everything was a hit, but there was definitely enough to keep everyone happy and full. There was a live classical guitarist playing throughout the brunch was a really nice and classy touch - not too loud and added a lovely energy to the dining experience. The staff were super friendly, attentive and efficient which is impressive to find these days. An excellent holiday meal and no mess to clean up! We will definitely be making this our regular holiday event.
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Peter
Toronto
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on October 3, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Good Food, good service. Suggest to give clear guideline on getting the parking permit.
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Melissa
Toronto
9 reviews
vip
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on September 21, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We were a group of six ladies and one baby for afternoon tea. The restaurant was quiet when we arrived. Shortly after being seated and placing our orders, we were asked to move to another table to accommodate a larger group. The service was a bit slow as the staff seemed occupied with preparing for the incoming group. Food was delicious and would return.
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Danny
Toronto
4 reviews
1.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 16, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Clearly stated Tax and fees are included in the price when I booked. When I pay though, not only 15% service fee was on, even put taxes for the service fee too. Told me on the spot it was OpenTable's problem and told me to go after OpenTable, basically sweep me under the rug.
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FAQs

Essence of Unionville offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (905) 470-8500.

Essence of Unionville is rated 3.9 stars by 309 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 16, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 8 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Hilton Toronto/Markham Suites, 8500 Warden Avenue, Markham, ON L6G 1A5

Additional information

Cross street
HWY 7 & Warden
Neighborhood
Markham
Hours of operation
Breakfast Daily 6:30 am–11:00 am Afternoon Tea Sat, Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Canadian, Afternoon Tea, All you can eat/Buffet
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Complimentary parking for dine-in guests.
Public transit
Warden Avenue at Hwy 7
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Jitin Gaba
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.essenceofunionville.com/
Phone number
(905) 470-8500
Catering
Ask about customized menu options.
Private party facilities
Group lunches & dinners, celebrating holidays, special occasions, engagements, bridal showers, anniversaries, birthdays and accommodating groups of all sizes.• Private Dining Room - 28 people maximum• The Octagon (Semiprivate Dining Room) - 40 people maximum
Private party contact
Private Event Coordinator: (905) 470-8500 ext. 2067

Essence of Unionville

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

Festive Afternoon Tea

Festive Seasonal Brunch Buffet

Christmas Brunch Buffet

Saturday A La Carte Brunch

Healthy Start

ParfaitCA$11.00

Chia Seed PuddingCA$14.00

Fruit PlateCA$16.00

Avocado ToastCA$18.00

Egg-Stravaganza

The ClassicCA$21.00

Three Egg OmeletteCA$21.00

EOU omletteCA$23.00

Benedict Bliss

Egg BenedictCA$21.00

Salmon BenedictCA$22.00

Caramelized Onion, Mushroom BenedictCA$22.00

Chef's Favourites

Croque MadameCA$22.00

Healthy Breakfast BowelCA$23.00

Smoked Salmon BagelCA$14.00

Sweet Treats

Freshly Baked PastriesCA$12.00

WaffleCA$19.00

Sides

Chicken & Apple SausageCA$7.00

Maple Banger SausageCA$7.00

BaconCA$8.00

Side PotatoesCA$6.00

Beverages

Freshly Brewed CoffeeCA$5.00

Hot ChocolateCA$5.00

EspressoCA$5.00

Cappuccino/LatteCA$6.00

TeaCA$5.00

Fruit JuicesCA$6.00

SmoothiesCA$9.00

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