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1. AGO Bistro
4.5
Awesome(3664)
Price: Moderate
• Comfort Food • Financial District
Booked 7 times today
One of the Frank Gehry-designed spaces, AGO Bistro is conveniently located on the first floor with access from Dundas Street. The restaurant is casual chic: modern Danish furnishings are paired with acrylic tabletops in a multitude of vibrant colours. Etched glass and vertical-grain Douglas fir also accent the space. With a dedication to using the best local produce, menus reflect seasonal changes and availability. Ingredients are sourced from the finest suppliers and farms, and are cooked simply to showcase the natural flavours of the food.
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2. Omai
4.8
Exceptional(92)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Chinatown / Kensington Market
Booked 5 times today
Hey, we're looking forward to hosting you at Omai! We're a snug 20-ish seat Japanese-inspired restaurant serving up the freshest sashimi with sake and natural wine.Nominated Canada's Best New Restaurant by Air Canada 2018
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3. SmoQue N' Bones - Baldwin
4.7
Exceptional(237)
Price: Expensive
• Barbecue • Chinatown / Kensington Market
Booked 4 times today
SmoQue N' Bones is Toronto's finest Smokehouse & Whiskey Bar, where historical meets industrial-chic at our new location in the heart of Baldwin Village. Our Southern Barbeque is inspired by flavours of America’s deep south, from regions like Memphis, Texas, Kansas, and the Carolinas. For 12 years, our kitchen has focused on Scratch Cooking, and the traditions of BBQ crafted with old-school techniques, led by Executive Chef and Pitmaster Alex Rad. Taste perfectly smoked meats, and authentic southern sides paired with an abundant selection of dark spirits. Our locally sourced meats and seasonal produce bring the freshest ingredients to your plate. We’ve made our name across the country with our famous family platters for your casual get-togethers and special events - served with a side of Southern Hospitality! Join us for an intimate dining experience or host your special group events for up to 120 guests. For large parties of 14+, please email events@smoquenbones.com
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4. Old School - Toronto
4.7
Exceptional(1078)
Price: Moderate
• Comfort Food • Ossington
Booked 60 times today
Serving brunch 7 days a week starting at 10AM on Weekdays and 9AM on Weekends. For group bookings larger than 8 or private events, please email info@oldschoolyyz.com.Dinner is available Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, with happy hour and nightly specials!Home to the legendary Blueberry Hill Pancakes stack - We offer a fresh perspective on the classic neighbourhood eatery, throwing back to a simpler, more wholesome time when eating out was fun, approachable and most importantly, accessible. It brings patrons back to the mid-twentieth century – an era defined by a feel-good, optimistic mentality that influenced popular culture and food. Think Leave it to Beaver, Superbad, and Saved By The Bell came together in the most epic way possible.
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5. Bar Clams
4.5
Awesome(82)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Little Portugal / Dundas West
Booked 15 times today
A Maritime Diner. Born out of chef Matty's Matheson's love for the East-Coast; A warm and welcoming offering of homestyle cooking, wine and cocktails.
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6. The Loose Moose Tap & Grill
4.6
Exceptional(536)
Price: Moderate
• Comfort Food • Financial District
Booked 2 times today
The Loose Moose is a lively bar in downtown Toronto favoured by locals and out-of-towners since 1989. Their fondness may have something to do with its beer selection. After all, with over 65 varieties on tap, repeat visits are kind of a given, especially for lovers of Canadian craft. Beer isn't the only thing we have to brag about. With inventive plates, generous portions and the cleanest taps in the city, this is a bar you’ll likely come back to — plan or no plan.
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7. Lobster Burger Bar
4.4
Awesome(1433)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Entertainment District
Booked 8 times today
After you try our contemporary Canadian comfort food and East Coast-sourced lobster, we promise you’ll be hooked!For large groups of 18 or more, we apply a one bill policy with an automatic gratuity of 18% included with hst.
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8. The Ballroom Bowl - Yonge & Dundas
4.8
Exceptional(10)
Price: Expensive
• Comfort Food • Yonge and Dundas
Booked 31 times today
Strike up Fun at The Ballroom Bowl – Where Toronto Comes to Play!Introducing Duckpin bowling to Toronto, with smaller bowling balls, shorter pins, and no bowling shoes – this trendy style of bowling is sure to roll out good times for players at any level. Whether you’re here to show off your bowling skills, hang out with friends, or enjoy a casual night out with the family, we’ve got something for everyone. Our state-of-the-art lanes and upbeat atmosphere create the perfect setting for making memories while savouring mouthwatering dishes crafted from the freshest premium ingredients. From tasty appetizers to hearty entrees and refreshing cocktails, our menu is designed to satisfy your cravings between strikes. Our space is perfect for all celebrations, small or large, and we have a dedicated special events team that will elevate any corporate function. Whether you’re aiming for strikes or a night out, an unforgettable experience awaits you here. Let the good times roll!
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9. Gusto 501
4.7
Exceptional(808)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • King East
Booked 63 times today
Gusto 501 is a comfort food haven, serving up fresh Italian fare. Customers rave about the delicious food and great ambiance, calling it a 'staple' and a 'real Italian dishes taste.' Whether you're craving a simple meal or something unique, Gusto 501 is praised for elevating the simplest of foods, providing a 'splash of flavours.' The restaurant's unique layout and atmosphere also make it a hit among guests.
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10. National Toronto
4.6
Exceptional(27)
Price: Moderate
• American • King West
Booked 12 times today
A true destination for good times and fun with friends. National offers best-in-class beer, incredible cocktails and a thoughtfully curated food menu with new twists on nostalgic favourites alongside a bowling alley and arcade.
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  • Nestor
    Toronto / Ontario •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    We got Water, Bottled Beer, Twisted Lemonade, Bourbon Cocktail, Chicken Poppers, Beets Salad, Bacon Mac & Cheese, and Beef Ribs! WoWoWoW I Love This Place :) Everything was soo yummy, and delicious, and cooked just right. Left so satisfied.
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    SmoQue N' Bones - BaldwinPrice: Expensive• Barbecue• Chinatown / Kensington Market
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    4.7
  • Carolyn
    1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    The overall ambience was really nice, we lived the upscale diner vibe. Wait staff was extremely knowledgeable and so friendly. It was like being at an East coast fine dining kitchen party! The food was delicious, seafood platter we could have eaten 3. The preserved oyster, scallops our favourite, shrimp and oysters great way to at tart our meal. Soups yum, the chowder was full of seafood so light yet creamy. Fish and chips amazing you have to eat the tartar sauce with it, it really added to the flavour of the fish. Crab dip definitely a must try it was creamy but not an over powered cream cheese flavour a perfect balance. Desserts were delicious but very big and very sweet we had the Hello Dolly and sundae we should have split one dessert between the 3 of us. I wish we had tried the lemon meringue pie. Next time for sure!
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    Bar ClamsPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Little Portugal / Dundas West
    •
    4.5
  • Nick
    Toronto / Ontario •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Amazing menu with immaculate service & presentation. Our servers were so helpful & kind and the menu is so well put together and every item we had was fantastic.
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    OmaiPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Chinatown / Kensington Market
    •
    4.8
  • Elizabeth
    Toronto / Ontario •10 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    We had a group get together here. Staff were very helpful and provided two tables of 6 each for our group next to each other. They also coordinated our meals and bills etc so we finished together . The food and service were both excellent and we had a thoroughly enjoyable outing . Some members of your group visited the AGO and the Gift Shop to round out the event .
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    AGO BistroPrice: Moderate• Comfort Food• Financial District
    •
    4.5
  • Fahmida
    Toronto / Ontario •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Feb 5, 2025
    They have all these crazy deals. The stuff was extremely nice and fun to be around. The environment is not chaotic and perfect for girls date or any date tbh. The line up was not crazy at all given the rush. We got our tables very fast even though I made reservations standing right there. 10/10 recommend
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    Old School - TorontoPrice: Moderate• Comfort Food• Ossington
    •
    4.7

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