Utsav is an ancient Sanskrit word meaning festival. An integral part of Indian culture, Indian festivals are innumerable and equally varied in origin from the Himalayan foothills to the Peninsula's tip and food plays a very prominent part of the festive events. Each dish has its own distinctive flavor and aroma, thanks to the fresh spices that are prepared everyday for each individual dish. The blending and preparation of fresh spices is a centuries old exacting craft, which is indispensable to Indian cuisines.
This elegant Yorkville original is home to true Italian cuisine made from the fresh ingredients. Executive Chef Felice Vacca liberally applies the lessons he learned in his upbringing on his grandparents' farm in Rome in this handsome restaurant, where the component parts of every tasty dish are purchased daily. Nothing is precooked at this neighbourhood darling, and all of the menu's options can be prepared according to personal preference. Whether in the warm, romance-inspiring dining room or on the pretty outdoor patio, service here is uniformly excellent. Vaticano also showcases a separate section with a full bar that seats up to 15 ppl featuring quality espresso, wines by the glass, beer on tap and four flat screen televisons to enjoy sporting events such as daily hockey or soccer games. Look for the charming photos of Felice and visiting celebrities that line the wall.
The seafood arm of this swanky downtown resto is marked by a strong devotion to sustainability and seasonal fixings. An innovative menu of hot and cold dishes - all of them immediately emblematic of The Chase's powerful desire to let the natural taste of the ocean-derived main player get top billing - is what's most remarkable about this luxe spot. The place, all bright lights and handsome furnishings, looks great. Throw in thoughtfully prepared seafood dishes and a high-end selection of vino with which to wash it down and you can call your pursuit of an excellent meal fulfilled at The Chase Fish & Oyster.
Patio now open. At Adega (meaning wine cellar), they have taken old recipes and cooking techniques and matched them with modern flavours and other complimentary styles of cuisine. Some dishes need no refining at all and are served in their authentic form. Adega's specialty is seafood and they source it from all over the world: fresh fish from Portugal & Azores Islands, Canadian Maritime Lobster, Norwegian Cod, Tunisian Octopus, Thai Tiger Shrimp, etc. Their daily featured items include fine meats such as Rack of Lamb, Veal Chop and Beef Tenderloin grilled with Mediterranean marinades and spices. Adega welcomes you to taste one of the oldest and most diverse cuisines of the world.
Yamato Japanese welcomes you to their restaurant. They are open nightly all week and are easily reachable by public transit and bicycle. They are in a lively surrounding acknowledged for its nightlife.
Steakhouse, Fine Dining, Italian, American Cuisine, Extensive Wine List, Restaurant With Party Services, Restaurant With Terrace, Restaurant With Private Rooms, Prix Fixe Menu, Wheelchair-accessible Restaurant
Seriously, best restaurant i have been to! Donatello on Elm in Toronto - the service was sooo good - made very special by our knowlwedgable server! The food - sublime! I highly recommend it! What a night!!! The lamb was perfect, and the seafood pasta in a pernod cream sauce to die for. Such wondeful hosts! OMG!They even wrote Happy Birthday Michelle in chocolate around my tiramisu. Such a special night!
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Great menu and service. Particularly enjoyed the summerlicious menu. Steaks are cooked to order and the fresh fish is amazing. Great place to people watch, especially when celebrities are in town. Love the dessert menu.Read more
Jump Restaurant invites you to their establishment. They are open late from Monday to Friday. You can get there not only by public transit but also by bicycle. They are in a lively neighborhood known for its nightlife.
Even a snowstorm doesn't keep Toronto diners down, as we discovered last weekend at Jump in January. It was quieter than usual due to the weather, but our food was very good. We had an extremely affable waiter from England. The service started out a bit slow, with water poured and wine ordered but 25 minutes before some bread arrived. If we hadn't been so hungry beforehand we might not have noticed. Otherwise, the food was excellent. The Bacon-Wrapped Boneless Quail appetizer was absolutely delicious. The Wild & Tame Mushroom Soup was good, but as we told our server, it needed some cream to give it more depth and round out the taste. The Mahogany-Glazed Black Cod with Lentils was very good, and my partner had the delicious Beef Tenderloin. We'll come back again, but the pacing is a bit slow, so you can't be in a hurry if you're dining here.Read more
Fine Dining, Lounge, French, Italian, Restaurant With Private Rooms, Bring Your Own Wine, Restaurant With Live Entertainment, Restaurant With Party Services, Extensive Wine List, Wheelchair-accessible Restaurant
On the quiet eastern front of Yorkville, set back behind a brick facade, Blu is an Italian restaurant based on authentic classic cuisine created by executive chef Massimo Callovini. Warmly lit stone walls and grand mirrors surround cozy leather seating and dark wood tables. Enter through a casual bar, which then leads to a hip, upscale dining room with an inviting ambience. Dinner is enhanced by the soothing live music Wednesday through Saturday. Enjoy impeccable service for intimate dining or for large private parties up to 110 guests. One will remember Blu as a true memorable dining experience. We specialize in all types of private functions such as weddings, corporate functions, presentations, product launches, fashion shows, etc. We provide our clients with a professional A/V system.
Very nice place, service is excellent and very nice live music. we went twice so far to this restaurant and will visit again. Nice environment and very pleasant staff.Read more
The finest hotels have legendary restaurants, and The Hazelton meets that requirement with Mark McEwan's 'ONE' at The Hazelton Hotel. Mark McEwan is already the chef/proprietor of two of Toronto's most esteemed restaurants, North 44 and Bymark. McEwan's 'ONE' at The Hazelton will offer 24-hour room service and private catering throughout The Hazelton. Hotel guests can take advantage of special catering services within the Silver Screening Room and dining rooms or have the meal served in style in their own suite. 'ONE' at The Hazelton Hotel will be the place to dine and experience food along classic French and Italian lines, coupled with the best of fresh Ontario produce. In order to fulfill YabuPushelberg's request for the highest quality in materials, 'ONE' at The Hazelton Hotel is surrounded with rich wood flooring, smoked glass, beautiful cowhide, mirror paneling, and precious boldly striped tiger-eye onyx. 'ONE' at The Hazelton Hotel also includes one of the largest street level
Come savor an appetizing dish at La Societe. They are open at night all week and are easily accessible by public transit but also by bicycle. The neighboring location is memorable for its parks, restaurants and stores.
This culinary jewel perched inconspicuously in a residential neighbourhood on the lip of the Toronto cityscape is remarkable for lots of reasons, not the least of which is the impeccable service and French fusion delectables on the menu. Much-fussed-over menu staples at this longtime Yorkville standard include the squeaky buffalo mozzarella, tangy ravioli and homemade coconut cream pie. Everything, from the most sweetly simple to the most ambitious dish, is truly spectacular. Complimentary amuse-bouches deliver you from taste to taste. Get a seat by the window.
This was the best restaurant we have ever been to. The view of the entire city at night was spectacular and everything we ate including the bread (we bought a loaf from them it was so delicious) and the deserts homemade from scratch were mouth watering delicacies...the service was spectacular...the servers were wiping our table for crumbs in between each course. They had 3 different servers assisting us and they were all so helpful and polite. We had other plans that we cancelled for after our meal because it was so great that we ended up spending the entire night there and we can't wait to go back!!!Read more
Alternative Contemporay Italian Bistro, Fine Dining, Italian, Restaurant With Party Services, Restaurant With Catering Services, Wheelchair-accessible Restaurant
Sotto Sotto brings the romance of Italy to the heart of Toronto. Guests are captivated by its enchanting atmosphere, coupled with authentic Italian cuisine and a wide variety of wines. Perfect for a romantic evening by candlelight. Sotto Sotto presents an ideal escape from the ordinary with its inviting décor and delicious Mediterranean dishes. It's no wonder Sotto Sotto attracts so many celebrities. Reservations by phone only.
Canoe Restaurant & Bar welcomes you to their dining room. They are open nightly from Monday to Friday and are readily reachable by public transit and bicycle. They are established in an area filled with merchants and parks.
If you're looking for fine dining with great service and a relaxing atmosphere in Toronto, you'll need to look up to the sky and search for Canoe.
Food: The menu is simple yet it's high quality and well prepared dishes with great wine and drinks pairing. We decided to go with an app, an entree, and dessert - although the dishes didn't surprise us, they still met our expectations of high quality. The real treats were the Oyster Boy's Finest and Pan Seared Quebec Foie Gras, each being a great start to our meal. Although it was great, it didn't end with a bang. The meal kept its pace right through to dessert.
Service: The wait staff were very attentive and accomodating. Our server was attentive to our needs, and was engaged without being too involved in our dining experience. I was impressed by the service from everyone this evening!
Atmosphere: I would definitely recommend trying to reserve a table by the window. The place is beautiful with the simple and modern decor, though the view of the city is an added bonus to your meal.
It's definitely worth the visit if you're looking to dine in the sky with a great meal, but be prepared to empty out your wallet, because this place isn't cheap.Read more
Reds Wine Tavern redefines social dining with culinary confidence and an engaging decor. Uncompromised values, timeless spirit and sociability prevail in a relaxed atmosphere. Our welcoming staff exude a warm personality and a true passion for food and wine. Converse with our executive chef and sommelier at our unique communal tasting table while enjoying one of our hand-crafted sharing plates.
Fine Dining, Continental, International, French, Fusion, Restaurant With Party Services, Restaurant With Private Rooms, Restaurant With Terrace, Restaurant With Bar
Nestled in the atrium of Mies Van der Rohe's modernist TD Towers, Bymark reflects the dynamic energy of Toronto's bustling financial district. The bar is a mix of leather and wood, flooded with sunshine during the day and a dramatic mix of candlelight and cityscape at night. The glittering dining room impresses with Yabu Pushelberg's timeless design, both a focal point and a stage for a memorable meal. Bymark may be a few steps below ground, but its décor and service exceed expectations.
I loved the atmosphere. Will go back to have the tuna tartare. I had some beef thing on lettuce - it was incredibly bland and for desert I had the eclair which was stale and the cream was hardened. But the atmosphere is great and for Winterlicious they have a new menu so may check it out.Read more
Stratus invites you to their dining room. They happily provide wheelchair-accessible restaurant and wifi internet and are open late all week. They are readily reachable by public transit but also by bicycle. Come visit them in an area acknowledged as exciting and can pay by American Express, cheque, MasterCard and Visa.
"It is not a very large restaurant, and we felt a bit intimidated walking in. There was an upscale, business-like vibe in the air highlighted by glamorous interior with shiny reflective glass and polished surfaces all around.”
Just a few bites from our full breafast experience and review.Read more