BLACK CAMEL

Solid Sandwich, Worth the Trip,  but Needs to Bulk-up the Contents...

‘The Camel’ has no question earned its reputation for mouth-watering, delicious, sauce dripping, just like how Grandma makes it, good old fashioned, brisket sandwiches (also choose from Pulled Pork, Pulled Chicken, Seared Steak or Veggie). It’s absolutely one of my favorite lunch spots in the city. Located right next to Rosedale subway station and across the street from Ramsden shinny rink, meaning it’s a great, after hockey, treat, The Black Camel is easily accessible and worth the trip. Aside from the limited space to eat your sandwich (all should be forewarned that this small shop can get real busy with lunch time school and weekend crowds) is the fact that the sandwiches need to be bigger. There is no question that the Camel has got quality down, but I’m looking for more meat and a bigger bun to make this a competitive go-to street sandwich.



It’s fair to say that the meat in each sandwich is extremely tender and the bun tastes like it just came from the bakery. Truthfully, I haven’t had anything other than the sandwiches, but I’ve been told that the coleslaw is fresh (not too creamy) and that the espresso, latte and cappuccino’s are better than most high-end coffee shops in the city.



Choose from, Slow Roasted Beef Brisket, Pulled BBQ Pork Shoulder, Seared Steak, Free Range Chicken, and the Veggie (Roasted Roma Tomato, Sweet Red Pepper, Arugula and Eggplant). Combine your choice of meat with one sauce: House Specialty BBQ, Hummous, Pesto, Chipolte or Charamoula Mayo's and/or extra toppings (.75 each) that include, Sauteed Cremini Mushrooms, Chili, Roasted Red Onions and Fontina Cheese. Trust me, this joint is worth the visit.



Recommendation: Classic Brisket with the house specialty bbq sauce, horseradish and grilled onions. Beware – If you are hungry, you might need two...

HOURS: Monday - Friday: 7am - 8pm; Saturday - Sunday: 11am - 8pm

ADDRESS: 4 Crescent Road, Toronto, ON M4W 1S9

PRICE: Sandwiches start at $7.00 a pop

WEBSITE: http://www.blackcamel.ca/