Ok, I really don’t know about the rest of you, but when a restaurant advertises to have amazing food and a cozy setting and when you go there it turns out to be the complete opposite, it REALLY gets me MAD!!! I've tried many different restaurants and I have very picky taste I must admit, I'm not even gonna lie! I love different foods such as Cajun/Creole, Indian, Chinese Hakka, Schezuan, Italian, East African, & if you may call it Soul Food etc ... It's actually very good that I'm not a REAL food critic because I think I would get myself into loads of trouble!

I was introduced to this restaurant through a friend and ever since then, I have taken everyone I know there! The name is SOUTHERN ACCENT! This restaurant is hidden away in a Victorian town house in Toronto’s Mirvish Village (near Bloor and Bathurst) with cozy corners, private rooms and boast's a 1940’s bar. The funny thing is, they've been serving their loyal customer's since 1984! Who would have thought!

The food I will admit is pricey but you will get what you are paying for. The portions are regular sized, nothing special but the tastes will definitely get you started, that you will want to try almost everything you find appealing! I think I gain 10 pounds every time I go there because of how much I eat!!! LOL! The staff is very curtious and very pleasant unfortunetly since they are ALWAYS busy it does take some time to order and to actaully recieve your food. Sometimes on the weekends the wait is even longer.

Let's get right into their menu! If you think you would go there with an appetite, your better off getting the full course meal for $30. It comes with an appetizer, a dinner of selected choices and dessert altogether. Tea & coffee also included. Besides, you can share with friends, but don’t say I didn’t warn you, they may just finish everything in your plate! They have many differnet starters and appetizers that will tangle your taste buds! LOL! REALLY! I have tried the Southern Cornbread, Hushpuppies, and the Baked Garlic. My favorite was the Hushpuppies ... basically corn fritters fried to perfection! Moving onto the main course meals they have about 8 to choose from, not too many but my favorite once again was the Bourbon Street CHICKEN for only $18 ... the mash potatoes where covered in garlic butter and have little chunks of garlic in them. THE BEST I HAVE EVER TASTED IN MY LIFE! Better than my own cooking, but I didn’t say that! They have many different side choices other than the garlic mashed potatoes so not to worry! And finally, out of all their desserts I think the Pecan Pie and the Chocolate Layer Cake are the best!!!! You can finish off the night with a few drinks, they have everything anyone can drink!

This is one thing that got me hooked on the restaurant. They offer psychic readings every evening. PLEASE book your reservations in advance by at least 2 weeks because they are always busy, and state whether or not you would like to see the psychic and for how many people. You will not be able to walk in and get a psychic appointment. They have two different psychic's Kim and Marlena and they are both excellent I must admit. I had never been to a psychic before this for 24 years and the first time I sat with Kim and it was like she knew me, she was right on the money. She actually told me things that no one but myself would know, trust me, I am the biggest skeptic you will ever meet about anything!

Southern Accent has been around for more than 20 years and has been recognized for their warm hospitality, inviting staff and unique atmosphere that it is a destination restaurant and favorite location for parties of all kinds — Mardi Gras, weddings, birthdays, you name it!

I dont usually like writing about restuarants since their service and menus change frequently but this one I had to let you guys know about. The atmosphere is unlike anything I have ever experienced and the food is off the hook! This is a spot I think everyone should check out, it would be worth the drive and worth the wait!

Coming SOON – you can buy Southern Accent products online such as hats, shirts, costumes, Mardi gras masks and beads, cooking sauces etc ...

Sorry once again for another very long review ... I just have too much to say!

*PROS*
- Good service and GREAT food
- Catering available
- Psychic readings available
- Located off of the DVP
- Gift certificates available at Shoppers Drug Mart
- Online site allows potential clients to view menu before hand
- Online store you can purchase items from and make reservations

*CONS*
- Not wheelchair accessable
- Food can be a bit pricey

*HOURS OF OPERATION*
- Monday to Sunday 5pm to 2am (psychic's available until 10pm).

*RESERVATIONS & PSYCHIC'S*
- Dinner reservations can be made online @ www.southernaccent.ca or by calling 416 536 3211.
- Kim or Marlena readings start @ $35

*CATERING*
- Mid-sized parties of 1- to 36 can dine privately in one of five different rooms.
- They offer offsite catering so they can bring everything to your party!

How many of you have wanted to go to a club that you heard was great but you worry about getting in or how long the line will be? Maybe you worry about how the music or the crowd will be? Admit it, Toronto has so many lounges and clubs that the club scene is constantly changing and it seems as if there's nothing but little children running around causing fights and getting drunk beyond their capacity!

Well, look no further because I have found the #1 HOTSPOT in TDOT that you are going to LOVE!!! This place has everything from a sexy MATURE beautiful crowd to bumping music from back in the day to everything you hear on the radio today! I celebrated my 25th birthday and I was taken care of like royalty. The owner knew I had reservations so he waited for me outside until I arrived and personally walked me and my guests in (no cover charge) seated me to our VIP booth, and where given a menu of the bottles that where available to us right away. All prices for drinks and bottles are very reasonably priced and a personal waitress had served us for the entire night!

This was a best kept secret but now ... I think everyone is gonna find out about this spot!

Designed by women with women in mind. Formally known as "Fabrique Lounge" this lounge has now been transformed into something more magical than ever expected. Even though it has been made for women there are loads of good looking men that float into the lounge. LIGHT seduces it's clients to enter though a stream of screens hugging the velvet covered staircase pulling you from street level towards the glow of the chandelier above seen even before entering the magnificent club.

The main bar stretches for more than half of the clubs depth and has a noticable contrast of black marble and glass mosaic tiles against the adjacent lush FULL-LENGTH white velevt drapes spanning the remaining walls. The repeating white wood slating above reinforces the clean architectural structure drawing guests deeper into the warmth of the LIGHT.

The change in elevation creates obvious areas of distinction. The front VIP section surrounds guests in veils of white, lit only by a single crystle chandelier hung directly above the two booths. The custom designed sleek furnishings perched atop a cream marble platform offers a view of the entore club while still maintaining privacy and exclusion.

Their vision and style creates a mood that carries patrons away from the urban dull into luxurious opulence!

As I said I celebrated my 25th Birthday there and had a wonderful time that I will remember for the rest of my life no doubt! The whole overall experience was so overwhelming that I will recommend this lounge to anyone with picky taste like mine! I called a month in advance and spoke to a polite man named Sam and everything he promised me he came through on. He promised me when I arrived my guests and myself would be walked into the club without cover and no lineup and we were. I paid for 2 bottles and the bill was very reasonable, in addition since it was Light Lounge's 1rst Anniversary I recieved a COMPLIMENTARY bottle of Bacardi White! 3 bottles for the price of 2!!! Can't go wrong!

Overall, I think anyone who loves to hear good music whether is be Dancehall to Dirty ChiTown House you will love this place. If your looking for a mature sophisticated crowd you have finally found it! Last but not least if your tired of the same old club scene and just want to kick back with friends in privacy this experience will be something that you will want to come back to over and over again!

When planning your next social event, gathering or private party be sure to call in advance about a month so they can plan everything out such as seating for your guests and guestlist etc. All of the information has been listed below so all you need to do is gather a few great friends, make the call and tell everyone to save the date and your gaureenteed to have a blast!

Sorry for long review but I thought the more information for everyone the better ... enjoy! =)


*PROS*
- sophisticated enterior & cozy VIP booths for private parties
- excellent prices for drinks & bottles
- superior service and excellent environment
- mature crowd & all kinds of music

*CONS*
- no outdoor patio

*METHODS OF PAYMENT*
- Credit Card (Visa, MasterCard, American Express)
- Debit
- Cash

*HOURS OF OPERATION*
- Monday to Thursday : closed
- Friday, Saturday & Sunday : 10pm to 3am

*MUSIC & DRESS CODE*
- House, RnB, Hip Hop, & Dancehall Reggae
- 23+ to get into the club
- Smart casual BUT you must look GREAT to get in
- NO HATS, RUNNERS or BAGGY TORN CLOTHES

*CONTACT INFORMATION & LOCATION*
- for Guestlist, VIP and bottle service call Sam @ (416) 270 - 3575
- 134 Peter Street @ Richmond

*VIP & BOTTLE SERVICE*
- Single booth minimum one bottle, MAIN VIP BOOTH 4 bottle minimum
- Single booth seats a max. of 8 guests
- Host and waitress for the evening
- Complimentary coat check
- Private facilities upon request
- ALL mixes included EXCPET for Red Bull
- Bottled water & expresso coffee to conclude your evening