8 goth foods in Toronto that are as black as your soul

2017 has been a rollercoaster year for colourful food trends in Toronto.

Rainbows, and unicorns might have started the year off with a welcome dose of whimsy, but things have since taken a darker turn and now you’ll find menus across the city dominated by all-black, GOTH menu items.

With Halloween on the horizon, here’s some of the darkest delicacies available in Toronto.

Galaxy Milkshakes from Millie Creperie & Patisserie

Black as the night sky and bespeckled with sweet starry clusters and ribbons of gold, this pastry shop is serving up Galaxy Milkshakes and Stardust Crepe Cakes that are literally out of this world.

Address: 161 Baldwin Street, Unit 6, Toronto
Phone: 416-977-1922

Address: 112 Oxley Street, Unit 101, Toronto
Phone: 416-596-0063

Address: 8321 Kennedy Road, Unit 1065, Markham
Phone: 905-604-8066

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‘iHalo-we’en from iHalo Krunch

Get this black cone crowned with a swirl of pumpkin, vanilla bean and coconut charcoal for JUST $1 on October 31st just by ordering via foodora. Better still proceeds are going to charity.

Address: 915 Queen Street West, Toronto
Phone: 647-505-3777

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Tonkotsu Black at Sansotei Ramen

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Tonkotsu finished with signature black garlic oil isn’t just some schtick. Not only does the oil coat the broth with a slick black layer but it also contributes bold flavours.

Address: 179 Dundas Street West, Toronto
Phone: 647-748-3833

Address: 650 Yonge Street, Toronto
Phone: 647-349-3833

Address: 13 Byng Avenue, North York
Phone: 416-901-1160

Address: 3987 Highway 7 East, Markham
Phone: 905-604-7118

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Black Beauty from The Chase

This charcoal-coloured Blackboard Sour features a frothy blend of Beefeater, Dolin Dry, and Tio Pepe, with sweet and tart flavours of kumquat and lime.

Address: 10 Temperance Street, Toronto
Phone: 647-348-7000

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Bamboo charcoal buns from Yu Seafood

Oozing with salted egg yolk custard, these black and gold buns aren’t so much spooky as they are elegant.

Address: 270 West Beaver Creek, Richmond Hill
Phone: 905-881-1688

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After Party from ELXR Juice Lab

Wake yourself from the dead after wild night out with this hangover helper: alkaline water, lemon, maple syrup, and activated charcoal.

Address: 2901 Bayview Avenue, Toronto
Phone: 416-260-8666

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Activated charcoal pastries from Bake Code

All black foods are known to make appearances on the menu of this Euro-Asian bakeshop. Find activated charcoal croissants that are as black as they are buttery.

Address: 4910 Yonge Street, North York
Phone: 647-346-3888

Address: Hillcrest Mall, 9350 Yonge Street, Richmond Hill
Phone: 905-237-8208

Address: 9255 Woodbine Ave, Unit 16, Markham
Phone: 905-534-3288

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Goth Lattes from Jimmy’s Coffee

Billed as “A healthy drink for dark souls!” Jimmy’s locations across the city introduced this “natural detoxifying latte made with activated charcoal, maple syrup and almond milk” ealier this fall.

Address: 107 Portland Street, Toronto,
Phone: 416-901-2289

Address: 191 Baldwin Street, Toronto
Phone: 647-352-5466

Address: 84 Gerrard Street West, Toronto
Phone: 416-792-1141

Address: 15 Ossington Avenue, Toronto
Phone: 647-348-2204

Address: 735 Queen Street West, Toronto
Phone: 647-348-8089

Address: 166 McCaul Street, Toronto
Phone: 647-748-0500

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See also

• Millie opens cafe in Markham and introduces RAINBOW crepe cakes
• Where to find the most fantastical unicorn foods in Toronto
• This Toronto barista makes the coolest latte art (VIDEO)