Cantina Mercatto

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   Agata

   Toronto

   3 reviews

   3.0

   3 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 5

   Food was good, but definitely have had much better Italian at other places in the city. Our server wasn’t very good; he kept walking past our table to go to other places and there was multiple stretches of 15+ min where he completely ignored us. Atmosphere was ok but wouldn’t go back there again with so many other options.
   

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   Daria

   Toronto

   3 reviews

   2.0

   3 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 4

   The food at this restaurant was delicious, but the service was absolutely terrible. We waited a long time for someone to take our order, and after we finished eating, the dirty plates sat on our table for ages before being cleared. We asked the waiter for the bill, but he forgot and started making cocktails for other guests at the bar instead. When we reminded staff a second time, the bill they brought was completely mixed up. It’s a beautiful place, but the service is hands down the worst I’ve experienced in Toronto. Would not recommend unless they make serious improvements to their staff and service.
   

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   Tuba

   Toronto

   19 reviews

   1.0

   19 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 1

   We ordered a pizza, but unfortunately, it arrived burned. We kindly asked the server if they could replace it. The server explained that it was gluten-free, and sometimes it can get burned during cooking. I calmly replied, ‘That’s fine, please feel free to enjoy this one yourself, but could you cook a fresh one for us?’ They agreed, and the new pizza came out perfectly. It all worked out in the end! This keeps the tone polite and highlights your patience and understanding in the situation.
   

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   Peggy

   VIP

   Toronto

   5 reviews

   5.0

   5 reviews

   Dined on December 14, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We were a group of eight and we were place in a lovely alcove which was more private and quiet. The service and the atmosphere were perfect. A great evening.
   

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   Alina

   Toronto

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined on December 13, 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 2

   Great food and great service, but the ambience is very modest. Overall, highly recommend it but if you are looking to impress your guest, pick a place with better decor/ambience.
   

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   Joanna

   Toronto

   6 reviews

   5.0

   6 reviews

   Dined on December 6, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We came on the recommendation of my friend’s daughter and it didn’t disappoint. We had the bread with olive oil and salt, shrimp salad and lemon tart. Everything was tasty and the salad was super fresh! We will definitely return!
   

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   Marla

   Toronto

   2 reviews

   4.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on December 3, 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Great service -- hostess and wait staff were attentive and efficient. My only complaint was the noise level, but that's not the resto's fault. We'll be back!
   

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   Jelena

   Toronto

   4 reviews

   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on December 1, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Our waiter was attentive and kind and went out of his way to ensure our best experience. The food was tasty and reasonably priced. We had a great experience!
   

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   Anjali

   Toronto

   2 reviews

   1.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on November 28, 2024

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 2

   I took my team for a holiday lunch and the food was not good at all. "Warm bread" was cold and stale and the rest was mediocre at best. Of a group of 7 only 2 were satisfied with the apps and entrées. It was costly and abizmal holiday event which was expensive for what it was. I would never go back or recommend this restaurant to anyone.
   

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    Sarah

    Toronto

    15 reviews

    4.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on November 28, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4

    The restaurant was nice. We had great service. The entrees were great. We ordered the burrata for an appetizer. The menu said it came with crostini but instead it came with 3 skinny bread straws. Burrata needs to be spread on bread. This was not ideal. However, overall, we had a great time.
    

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