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<title>blogTO Recent Comments: The Big Ragu: Italian, Even Italians Will Love</title>
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<title>Juliet James</title>
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This is one of my favourite restaurants in the hood. I was really impressed with the food a few years ago, but my last two visits have been a little disappointing...I had a pizza for the first time and it was soggy. I also don't like their move to "small plates" I think the appetizers are too expensive for what you get...especially the eggplant parm.

Will always go back though because the atmosphere is awesome and specials pretty reliable...plus, Carmine rocks and lights the place up. The perfect place to spend an evening. I look forward to experiencing the "Big Night" event soon]]>
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2007/05/the_big_ragu_italian_even_italians_will_love/#c709261</link>
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<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2009 10:02:05 PDT</pubDate>
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<title>Sabrina</title>
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I just went last night to the Big Ragu based on Blogto's "Top Italian Restaurants in Toronto" article and clearly someone at Blog To must have been paid handsomely to write such a false an inaccurate article about the restaurant.  IT WAS THE WORST ITALIAN FOOD I HAVE EVER HAD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! DO NOT GO! I've had better "Italian" food at East side Mario's.  I am of Italian descent and believe me this NOT a restaurant that even Italians will love.  I went with a friend and between us we ordered the Pappardelle al Ragu pasta and the Lasagna.  Both of which were terrible!  We took a few bites and could not even finish it. They dishes were disgusting.  When we asked for the bill the owner seemed surprised and asked what was wrong.  I did not even know where to begin.  The lasagna was cold in the center, the sauce was thick and tasted like tomato paste (was not a saucy consistency), way too much garlic, the pasta was not fresh and was really overcooked.  The owner being Italian himself should be absolutely ashamed and embarrassed to serve that food.  But I am even more upset with Blog to's top 15 list!  Big Ragu should not even be listed along side great Italian restaurants such as, Terroni, (my fav) Mercatto, Mistura, Via Allegro, Osteria Ciceria e Tria.  From now on I will never take a review that I read on Blog To seriously based on their recommendation of this restaurant! ]]>
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2007/05/the_big_ragu_italian_even_italians_will_love/#c688948</link>
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<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Sun, 20 Sep 2009 11:04:28 PDT</pubDate>
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<title>joe</title>
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this place was recommended so on a couple's night out we decided to give it a try.  this place is one of the homeiest gems of a restaurant in Toronto.  Very warm and cozy with friendly service and great food to match.  I tried the lamb ragu and it was excellent.

We will definately return, I just wish they had a warm crackling fire place for the cold winter nights and had a wine list that was slightly cheaper.]]>
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2007/05/the_big_ragu_italian_even_italians_will_love/#c339336</link>
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<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2008 15:08:30 PST</pubDate>
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<title>Tiberious</title>
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I was there on the weekend with some friends I hadn't seen in awhile and was nervous about suggesting this place.

Let me tell you that I was very happy with the food and the service. 

We spent about 3 hours in there and time flew on right by us. 

Our waitress was very accomodating and the owner was a very down to earth, humble and generous man. 

Everyone loved the food and we all saved room for dessert, the Tiramisu and Nutella cake were awesome!

I will definitely come back again and will tell others to go there as well. 
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2007/05/the_big_ragu_italian_even_italians_will_love/#c330715</link>
<guid>http://www.blogto.com//2007/05/the_big_ragu_italian_even_italians_will_love/#c330715</guid>
<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2008 10:35:00 PST</pubDate>
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<title>James</title>
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I went there Friday for my anniversery. It was my first time there and definitely not my last. The food was amazing, probably the best italian food I have had in the city thus far. The service was as good as the food! Carmine (the owner/chef,) even came by to introduce himself and ask how the food was. I don't normally write comments/ reviews but I feel compelled to let anyone who reads this know, The Big Ragu is a sure shot for great italian food and warm service...Just spreading the word :)]]>
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2007/05/the_big_ragu_italian_even_italians_will_love/#c300060</link>
<guid>http://www.blogto.com//2007/05/the_big_ragu_italian_even_italians_will_love/#c300060</guid>
<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Mon, 11 Aug 2008 10:06:26 PDT</pubDate>
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<title>apetimberlake</title>
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Went there last Saturday.
Amazing food, Specials that reflect the season, amazing services and the food was off the charts great!!

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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2007/05/the_big_ragu_italian_even_italians_will_love/#c281947</link>
<guid>http://www.blogto.com//2007/05/the_big_ragu_italian_even_italians_will_love/#c281947</guid>
<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Tue, 13 May 2008 11:46:57 PDT</pubDate>
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<title>Abraham</title>
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Just delicious.]]>
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2007/05/the_big_ragu_italian_even_italians_will_love/#c165781</link>
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<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Wed, 06 Jun 2007 01:13:34 PDT</pubDate>
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<title>Tanja</title>
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Hey Ryan,
Thanks, as you guessed, Ragu is a spotless little place, but I will definitely keep the idea in mind for future reviews. At the time same time, I think if I noticed a conditional sign in a resto's window before going in, I'd probably skip on eating there.

The only review I can ever remember doing for a yellow card eatery was Tempo Chinese, and no surprise, they were on global news last week in a segment about rats. The review is here http://www.blogto.com/restaurants/tempochinese]]>
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2007/05/the_big_ragu_italian_even_italians_will_love/#c160870</link>
<guid>http://www.blogto.com//2007/05/the_big_ragu_italian_even_italians_will_love/#c160870</guid>
<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Sat, 26 May 2007 04:39:30 PDT</pubDate>
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<title>Ryan</title>
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Thought:  With the Toronto Health info being publically available (you know, the little green signs), I wonder if BlogTo reviewers should mention in their reviews if a facility has had any major warnings about health hazards (not to say Ragu has any.  I'm sure they don't)

Even if a restaurant gives the reviewer a fantastic meal, if they get warned by health inspectors on every visit for failing to keep their kitchens clean, I think it would be worth mentioning.  Health inspectors can rarely shut these places down, and restaurants continue their old habits without worry because few people are going to notice the little 'conditional' checkmark on the green card.]]>
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2007/05/the_big_ragu_italian_even_italians_will_love/#c160854</link>
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<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Sat, 26 May 2007 03:52:31 PDT</pubDate>
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<title>Timothy</title>
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I didn't notice this at first 'cause i read the feed, but thank GOD I clicked through.  Besides drooling all over my desk, I now have dinner plans.]]>
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2007/05/the_big_ragu_italian_even_italians_will_love/#c160757</link>
<guid>http://www.blogto.com//2007/05/the_big_ragu_italian_even_italians_will_love/#c160757</guid>
<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Sat, 26 May 2007 00:15:29 PDT</pubDate>
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<title>Katie</title>
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As another picky person of Italian descent, I am greatly intrigued by this place.  And I literally gasped aloud and said "holy crap" when I saw the Nutella Cake! (!!!!) ;)  Definitely on my "restaurants to try out" list!  Thanks for writing!]]>
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2007/05/the_big_ragu_italian_even_italians_will_love/#c160532</link>
<guid>http://www.blogto.com//2007/05/the_big_ragu_italian_even_italians_will_love/#c160532</guid>
<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Fri, 25 May 2007 16:49:46 PDT</pubDate>
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<title>frank</title>
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I (heart) Tanja's reviews (especially the pix)!  All hail teh queen of foodpr0n!!!]]>
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2007/05/the_big_ragu_italian_even_italians_will_love/#c160522</link>
<guid>http://www.blogto.com//2007/05/the_big_ragu_italian_even_italians_will_love/#c160522</guid>
<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Fri, 25 May 2007 16:30:35 PDT</pubDate>
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<title>Tim</title>
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Looks amazing!]]>
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2007/05/the_big_ragu_italian_even_italians_will_love/#c160462</link>
<guid>http://www.blogto.com//2007/05/the_big_ragu_italian_even_italians_will_love/#c160462</guid>
<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Fri, 25 May 2007 14:40:34 PDT</pubDate>
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