What to order at Carousel Bakery

Must order
The peameal bacon sandwich on a kaiser with whatever mustards you choose.
The dish to know
Peameal bacon sandwich, $9
Editor tip
Closed Mondays with the market. Cash and card; the line moves quickly.
CuisineBakery
Price$
Neighborhoodfinancial-district
HoursTue-Fri 09:00-19:00, Sat 07:00-17:00, Sun 10:00-17:00
The dishPeameal bacon sandwich, $9
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Must order: The peameal bacon sandwich on a kaiser with whatever mustards you choose.

Tip: Closed Mondays with the market. Cash and card; the line moves quickly.

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Address: 93 Front Street E, St Lawrence Market Upper Level 42, Toronto, ON M5E 1C3

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