Toronto's most respected Jamaican patty — Allan's has been making beef, chicken, and vegetable patties from scratch since 1966. The pastry shell is perfectly flaky, the filling is properly seasoned. A city institution.
Neighbourhood: Jane & Finch / Multiple · Address: 592 Sheppard Ave W, Toronto, ON · Hours: Mon–Sat 9AM–8PM | Sun 10AM–6PM · Price Range: $ · Phone: (416) 638-3731 · Website: https://allanspastryshop.ca · Editorial status: Not yet verified
Allan’s consistently makes the city’s favourite Jamaican patties—no contest. The lines out the door at lunch tell you everything you need to know.
Allan’s doesn’t just serve patties—they make them from scratch, daily, using original recipes dating back to 1966. No microwaved product here; the pastries are fresh and the fillings are flavourful, with neat options like spicy beef and vegetarian. The old-school counter service and minimal seating keep things moving fast and focused.
Allan's Pastry Shop has been satisfying Toronto’s craving for properly made Jamaican patties since 1966, run by the same family for over 50 years. The operation is bare-bones and straight to the point: cases of flaky, golden pastry shells packed with well-seasoned beef, chicken, or vegetable fillings, plus pillowy coco bread and cheese to build the city’s lunchtime sandwich. There are zero frills, just the comforting aroma of spices and the efficient shuffle of regulars. It’s one of those spots where the patty speaks for itself.
No reservations—just line up and order at the counter.
The classic beef patty with cheese in coco bread; add a Ting or Grace pineapple soda.
Best for individuals and small groups; seating is limited and most people take their food to go.
Most patties are $2–$4 each; lunch combo with coco bread and soda is under $8.
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