Insomnia offers late night dining, nightly D.J.’s and more

We wish Insomnia Cafe had been around back when we called the Annex home. When Insomnia Cafe first opened, more than 11 years ago as an Internet café, we’d already moved on. Too bad, because with a kitchen open ‘till the wee morning hours (who doesn’t love a late night nosh place close to home?), to Martini Madness on Thursday nights, to nightly tunes by hot D.J.’s, Insomnia’s just the kind of place we wish we had close to home.

The menu is a mixture of Mediterranean, French and International fare. We love the tapas menu, including items to share, such as the Mediterranean Platter, and Cheese Plate for two. Also topping our list are delicious Panko Encrusted Curried Crab Cakes and Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus.

For a bigger appetite, there are pizzas, pastas and full entrées. Insomnia has weekly menu specials, with an emphasis on local products and seasonal items. All the desserts are made by Insomnia’s own chefs.

Brunch is fabulous. We love the Huevos Rancheros, served with home fries and organic baby greens salad. Craving something sweet—try waffles and pancakes topped with fruits, chocolate and even ice cream. Finish with the White Insomnia Martini—vodka, godiva white chocolate liqueur, coffee liqueur and espresso, shaken on ice—and you have just found another reason to love weekends in the Annex!

Open daily 11 a.m. to 2 a.m.

Insomnia Cafe | 416.588.3907
563 Bloor St. W. • www.InsomniaCafe.com