Best Contemporary French Restaurants in Toronto / Ontario

I am a regular diner at Auberge du Pommier, often solo. With any number of restaurants available in Toronto, there is a reason I keep coming back. Since day one, the team has always ensured a fantastic experience. They are attentive, responsive, and adapt to your dining speed so seamlessly. It took me a while to notice how much effort had gone into making every moment count. When it comes to the food, Chef Kane Van Ee's has drizzled a layer of finesse upon the foundation laid by the prior chef, Solomon Mason. My most recent holiday lunch featured two exquisite courses that truly stood out. The Oeufs Vol-au-Vent (brioche with poached egg, Bayonne ham, Hollandaise, parsley, and chive) was so pleasant that I don’t think I would want a traditional Eggs Benedict going forward. Absolutely outstanding. The Flétan et Caviar (pan-fried halibut with maple butter sauce, brioche, caviar, Espelette pepper, and Caraflex cabbage salad) was absolutely delicious. Each bite was worthy of savoring and basking in the dish’s succulence. I have dined multiple times at other fine French establishments in the city, but Auberge du Pommier never fails to impress. Jeffrey, one of the servers, created an amazing birthday dinner experience for me, and Ashley, your go-to for events and a finely catered experience, knows how to make the most of every moment. I wish I could mention everyone on the team who has contributed to these wonderful moments, particularly the manager, of whom I do not know the name, who has always been attentive and exuded an aura of precision that I have not seen elsewhere. Elona, the bartender, crafts the most amazing cocktails with a sensibility that is rarely found in other restaurants of this caliber. I always look forward to seeing what concoction she will delight me with each time. Though I do not often write reviews, Auberge du Pommier warranted one after two particularly impressive years of combined experiences. C’est magnifique.

Proper French food. Proper French menu. Proper French service. If you are looking for French, this is it. No other French restaurant that I've eaten at in Toronto does proper French food like Le Baratin. And no, Le Select doesn't.

Always enjoy dining at Lapinou. Great food and service. Look forward to the next time .

We just had a wonderful girls Christmas dinner at this venue and it was our first time for all of us. The staff were fantastic, and the attention to detail was on point. We really loved the squash pasta, and the value for money was wonderful.! Definitely glad that we came here and I’m looking forward to coming back

Great service and delicious food and cocktails! Foi gras and beef short rib were the best.