The Quorum Cafe’s Avocado Toast, $5, 1 Queens Park (inside the Ontario Legislative Building)

The dish

I had to see it to believe it: two slices of toasted multigrain bread slathered with vibrant, silky avocado, flecked with pepper and herbs for a slight kick of heat, then topped with marinated tomatoes for a salty-sweet pop and a generous mound of goat cheese — all for just $5. It may not rival the $20 versions you’ll find at trendy brunch spots, but it’s still a hidden gem, especially considering it’s served in the cafeteria of one of the city’s most famous buildings, which most residents have never set foot in. My generation gets teased for spending money on avocado toast instead of a down payment, but the Quorum Café’s budget-friendly version helps ease the guilt.

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