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JOEY King St
Price: Moderate•Contemporary American•4.7(446)Financial District - 2
Earls Kitchen + Bar - Financial District
Price: Expensive•American•4.5(3,920)Financial District - 3
RH Courtyard Restaurant at RH Toronto
Price: Very Expensive•American•4.7(3,216)Yorkdale - 4
Blue Bovine Steak + Sushi House
Price: Very Expensive•Steak•4.4(403)Entertainment District - 5
Stock Bar
Price: Very Expensive•Italian•4.5(3,573)Midtown / Uptown
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STK - Toronto
Price: Expensive•Steakhouse•4.3(3,191)Yorkville - 2
Pai Toronto
Price: Moderate•Thai•4.8(579)Entertainment District - 3
Harbour Sixty
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•4.5(2,245)Harbourfront - 4
Linny's
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•4.7(117)Ossington - 5
Giulietta
Price: Very Expensive•Italian•4.8(2,235)Little Italy / College St.
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Canoe Restaurant and Bar
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary Canadian•4.5(6,348)Financial District - 2
Don Alfonso 1890
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary Italian•4.8(2,354)Harbourfront - 3
Myth
Price: Very Expensive•Mediterranean•4.6(1,059)King West - 4
Bar Isabel
Price: Very Expensive•Spanish•4.8(2,059)Little Italy / College St. - 5
Enigma Yorkville
Price: Very Expensive•International•4.8(551)Yorkville
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Civil Works
Price: Expensive•Cocktail Bar•4.8(28)From the award-winning bar Civil Liberties comes Civil Works.
Deeply inspired by the building’s history, Civil Works features an imaginative Art Deco inspired design embellished with modern details. The space marries industrial charm with timeless glamour using vintage furniture and rich materials that evoke the spirit of an era. Located on the mezzanine level off Brant Street, this hidden gem overlooks the vibrant food hall below and offers a full view of the art installations floating above. The robust narrative-driven drink menu features cocktails, martinis, alcohol-free drinks, a curated selection of wine and beer, and a special menu of spirits paired with custom water inspired from regions around the world. Nerd out with our bartenders at the 25-foot communal bar and unlock your inner mixologist.
For large party bookings, please email info@civilworks.caSlice of Life
Price: Expensive•Cocktail Bar•4.6(28)Showcasing nature's finest ingredients in harmony, demonstrating human ingenuity to create unique, and distinctive cocktails, each with the aim to balance fun, clarity, and deliciousness.
The Cottage Cheese
Price: Moderate•Indian•4.5(62)Our intimate restaurant is dedicated to creating meaningful connections through Indian food culture, represented by its rich flavours and decadent ingredients. Our passion for sourcing local ingredients and combining them with techniques and traditional flavours into irresistible food items is our mission and greatest joy.
We invite you to be a part of our wholesome curation and enjoy your meal!Som Tum Jinda
Price: Moderate•Thai•4.6(71)Chef-owner Jinda is a specialist in Som Tum dishes. She first plied her trade back in 1974 in the local university before moving downtown Ubon Ratchathani, Thailand. The Isan-style spicy fish maw with bamboo shoot salad has a nice balance of herbs and its powerful aroma is punctuated by the intensity of the Tiliacora juice. The signature, Som Tum with crispy catfish, dispenses an impressive tang. Som Tum Jinda is also famous over the border in Laos where they have another branch, and new location in downtown Toronto Canada.
Aloette Bay
Price: Expensive•Bistro•4.6(75)Aloette Bay, located within CIBC Square, is the sister location to the beloved Michelin Recommended Aloette created by Chef Patrick Kriss. This new location mirrors the design and style of our Spadina location while adding a touch of sophistication that reflects the dynamic energy of its new neighbourhood.
Opened in 2024, Aloette Bay is conveniently situated just steps from Union Station, Scotiabank Arena, and the heart of downtown Toronto. Stop by to enjoy Aloette classics like the Aloette Burger, Fried Chicken, and Lemon Meringue Pie, or discover new soon-to-be favourites.
Aloette Bay's menu is bistro and diner inspired, perfect for a business lunch, happy hour, pre-game dinner and drinks, or date night. Aloette Bay also welcomes large party reservations.The Rosebud
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary French•4.7(127)The Rosebud is a petite French wine bar located in Corktown, Toronto. A well curated list of wines alongside modern French dishes are served in a boutique and cozy space lined with walnut and velvet.
Simona
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.6(238)Discover the essence of Sicily at SIMONA—a stunning waterfront destination that merges sophistication with Sicilian charm. Delve into our menu, a vibrant tapestry woven with Mediterranean flavours.Piano Piano Colborne
Price: Expensive•Contemporary Italian•4.6(113)PIANO PIANO is the Italian restaurant you always wished was just around the corner. Sophisticated and fun, PIANO PIANO serves deeply satisfying food that comes in just the right size. The menu features traditional Italian fare that’s been elevated to its most delicious self. If there’s a common thread that runs through PIANO PIANO, it’s a deep-seated soulfulness and sensuality that’s at once warm, welcoming and just plain fun.
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- RRahulToronto / Ontario •1 review4.0Dined 1 day agoGreat service and ambiance. The veg donair was dry; could be improved. Thanks.More infoSteam Whistle KitchenPrice: Moderate• Canadian• Entertainment District•4.6
- KKyleToronto / Ontario •1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoExcellent spot! Great atmosphere, food and staff!!More infoAmsterdam Brewhouse & RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Canadian• Harbourfront•4.5
- WWoodrowToronto / Ontario •1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoDylan was the best server Ive ever had, he was outstanding.More infoThe Rec Room - Toronto RoundhousePrice: Moderate• Contemporary Canadian• Entertainment District•4.3
- OTOpenTable DinerSurrey •1 review5.0Dined 4 days agoIt was very quiet on March 1st - a cold day in Toronto but the food was superb - well worth braving the arctic chill off the lake!More infoPie Bar PizzeriaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Harbourfront•4.7
- AAlisonToronto / Ontario •1 review5.0Dined on Jan 25, 2025Good was delicious, service spectacular and location was perfect. We had the Honey Sesame Chicken Lo Mein, which was fabulous. Sweet with a little heat. The Fried Chicken Sandwich was massive and the Fish and Chips were good. We’ll definitely be back and tell our friends about The Goodman Pub & Kitchen.More infoThe Goodman Pub and KitchenPrice: Expensive• Canadian• Harbourfront•4.3
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Where to celebrate Lunar New Year in Toronto
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The 18 Greatest Restaurants Around Toronto
Toronto’s distinctive neighbourhoods and multicultural history make the city one of the most exciting places to eat in the country. Many of the city’s greatest restaurants merge Canadian food traditions with those from other parts of the world, showcasing what happens when the country’s ingredients meet those from Korea, China, Pakistan, and beyond. And when the past several years pushed the city’s entire hospitality industry to the brink, restaurants in The 6 rose to the occasion, keeping Torontonians fed and their pantries full. There’s no better time to acknowledge and support the restaurants that have had an immeasurable influence on modern dining in Toronto: meet The Greats, the 18 restaurants that breathe life into the city.
11 of Toronto’s outstanding spots for celebrating special occasions
Torontonians come from all corners of the world. So it’s only natural that the special occasion restaurants in Canada’s largest city have global sensibilities. Celebrate a relationship milestone at a hidden French countryside escape in Midtown. Take a group gathering to a lively King West karaoke spot with Sichuan-inspired plates. For an epic birthday dinner, head to a Harbourfront Italian icon that was just awarded a MICHELIN star. Queen City’s restaurants are ready to host your next anniversary, family reunion, or promotion. Read on for a list of Toronto's top 11 special occasion spots to book now.
Frequently asked questions
Dog friendly restaurants in Toronto Waterfront include Simona, Don Alfonso 1890 and Amsterdam Brewhouse & Restaurant
Child friendly restaurants in Toronto Waterfront include Taverna Mercatto, Amsterdam Brewhouse & Restaurant and KINKA SUSHI BAR IZAKAYA HARBOURFRONT
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