Corso Italia has always been a good place to slow down over coffee, and this month the neighbourhood is getting another reason to make brunch plans. On Wednesday, August 19, Solena Brunch & Bar will celebrate its official grand opening at 1224 St Clair Ave W with all-day brunch, premium illy coffee, signature cocktails and a lineup of opening-day offers.
Open daily from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., Solena is designed for both quick weekday breakfasts and long weekend catch-ups. The dining room feels polished without being formal, with teal seating, warm wood finishes and botanical murals that give the space a bright, Mediterranean-inspired character. It is the kind of room that works just as well for an early coffee meeting as it does for a late brunch with friends.
The menu mixes familiar brunch favourites with more indulgent plates. Savoury options include Steak & Eggs, Solena Avocado Toast and the Ultimate All-in-One Breakfast, while guests with a sweet tooth can order Blueberry Ricotta Pancakes or the Royal Crepe. There are benedicts, salads and vegan choices as well, plus a full coffee bar built around illy espresso. For anyone turning brunch into an occasion, the drinks list includes colourful house cocktails such as the Solena Sunset and Mediterranean Spritz.
Unlike a one-note breakfast counter, the menu is built to cover different moods, from a simple coffee-and-toast stop to a full celebratory meal. Plates are colourful and generous, making the restaurant especially suited to groups that like to share a few dishes across the table.
Grand-opening day comes with a few extra reasons to arrive hungry. Guests who follow @solenabrunch on Instagram or TikTok can receive free bottomless illy coffee with the purchase of any breakfast entree. The first 100 guests can also choose a $10 Signature Brunch: either Signature Pancakes or Avocado Toast.
Solena is also giving one guest the chance to win brunch for a month, with up to $25 before tax available each day for 30 days. Entry details and any applicable terms will be shared through the restaurant’s social channels.
The restaurant’s location near St. Clair West makes it an easy stop for neighbourhood regulars, visitors and anyone looking to add a new spot to their Toronto brunch rotation.
Solena Brunch & Bar is located at 1224 St Clair Ave W, Toronto. The grand opening takes place Wednesday, August 19, 2026. Regular hours are daily from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Reservations can be made online, and menu updates, giveaways and opening-day details are available through @solenabrunch.