Festivals In Toronto
Places to Eat



Toronto's restaurant scene is so fierce it's tough to keep track of the abundant eateries. With over 7,000 restos across the city, there's bound to be a meal of your dreams among all the vibrant neighbourhoods, glass skyscrapers, and entertainment complexes.Each summer and winter, Toronto celebrates its hottest luxe dining establishments via the highly successful Winterlicious and Summerlicious events. These culinary festivals offer three main course fixed price menus for lunch and dinner sittings that promise not to break the bank. For more festival details visit: https://www.toronto.ca/summerlicious/ and https://www.toronto.ca/winterlicious/ Now here's a quick menu on some of Toronto's favourite dining spots:

  • Indian Restaurants Chandni Chowk South Asian
    1430 Gerrard St. E. 416-469-4466,
    This no-nonsense storefront resto is moderately priced and specializes in Halal and Indian cuisine.
  • Chef of India
    30 Eglinton Avenue E.
    416-485-3938
    www.chefofindia.ca
    Mouth watering butter chicken is just the start when you dine at this nicely decored establishment considered among foodie critics as one of The city's best Indian restaurants.
  • Clove Indian Cuisine
    4924 Yonge St.
    416-221-0035
    Situated in North York, this casual Indian eatery serves moderately priced appetizers and mains.
  • Curry Twist
    3034 Dundas St. W.
    416-769-5460
    www.currytwist.com.
    This chic eatery is set in a narrow galley with funky decor and the food is out of this world. Chef Anant Singh, a New Delhi native from a huge family, creates sizzling Indian fare at this Junction landmark.
  • Exotic Indian Cuisine Restaurant
    1850 Albion Rd.
    (416)798-4449 www.exoticindiancuisine.com, Try the all-you-can-eat lunch buffet from Tuesdays through Friday and you'll want to return for more. Pickings are rich. Choose from dahls, samosas, and Chicken Tikka among other spicy dishes.
  • Ghandi's Cuisine
    554 Queen St. W.
    416-504-8155,
    Huge portions and good quality are some of the reasons for this staple Indian resto situated in Toronto's funky Queen Street West district.
  • Hot Grill 1196 Bloor West,
    416-539-9821
    Pakistani cuisine is the staple at this Bloorcourt diner. Serves take-out and is open on Sundays.
  • Indian Hut 636 Church Street, 416-934-0235 www.indianhut.ca Tandooris, creamy kormas, festive biryanis – it's all there at this popular Indian restaurant. The other crowd pleaser is the bountiful all-you-can-eat lunch and dinner buffet for the best value for your money.
  • Indian Rice Factory 414 Dupont,
    416-961-3472
    www.indianricefactory.com
    Ever since 1970, the bounty from Mrs. Amar Patel's kitchen has helped Torontonians discover classic Indian cuisine. Her legacy continues at this popular quaint eatery in the heart of Toronto. Open for lunch and dinner. Closed on Mondays.
  • Jaipur Grille
    2066 Yonge St.
    www.jaipurgrille.com
    Toronto's buzzing midtown has met its match with this newly renovated South Indian eatery that's also added some non-traditional ingredients to its menu like PEI mussels. The chef's motive here is to make you feel like a Maharaja. Great cuisine with a fabulous ambiance.
  • Kim Kim Restaurant
    1188 Kennedy Rd.
    416-757-8300 www.kimkim.ca This Indian style Hakka restaurant is spicy rich with mouth watering courses. Liquor license, ample free parking and reservations are recommended.
  • Komala's Restaurant
    5651 Steeles Ave. E. Unit 1
    416-913-5898 A moderately priced resto in Toronto's east end, diners enjoy the vegetarian Indian cuisine.
  • Matahari Grill 39 Baldwin Street,
    416-596-2832
    www.mataharigrill.com
    Malaysian cuisine at its finest, this is where the blends of Malay, Chinese, Indian and Eurasian come together. The newly renovated restaurant has minimalist decor with hardwood floors, green apple suede banquettes and accents of black, white and stainless steel.
  • Canadian Grace
    503 College St.
    416-323-3957 www.gracerestaurant.ca
    A pretty palette of Martha Stewart hues flank the walls to this eatery that specializes in grandma style home cooking. Modern farmhouse cuisine is big there.
  • Tom Jones Steakhouse
    7 Leader Lane,
    416-366-6583
    www.tomjonessteakhouse.com
    In an era of smartphones, and too fast cuisine, this highly esteemed dining establishment is where you linger over a martini and watch tuxedoed waiters debone Dover sole meunière in seconds as you listen to the pianist by the piano bar. Cherries jubilee, a creamy rich Caesar Salad and Deviled eggs are some of the refreshing items on this "Mad Men" menu.
  • Kowloon Dim Sum
    5 Baldwin Street
    416-977-3773
    http://www.kowloondimsum.com/main.htm
    Feel like you've entered a Hong Kong resto at this casually styled eatery in the heart of trendy Baldwin Village. Dim sum is affordably priced
  • Lai Wah Heen
    108 Chestnut St.
    416-977-9899 http://www.laiwahheen.com/
    This luxe resto in the digs of the city's downtown Metropolitan Hotel has been rated among the best places to dine on Chinois cuisine. Known for the artful culinary displays, the dim sum is out of this world.Decor styled in flashy black pieces, ornate floral urns that flank the intimate banquettes
  • Lee Garden
    331 Spadina Ave.
    416-593-9524
    http://www.leegardenrestaurant.ca/
    Great value and friendly service go hand in hand at this longtime Spadina Chinese eatery. Casual and cozy, on cold winter days, the steamed up windows indicate just how popular a place it is. Loads of teas, stir frys with plenty of daily specials can be had there
  • Lucky Dragon Restaurant
    418 Spadina Avenue
    416-598-7823 On the corner of College and Spadina lies this Asian resto frequented by locals and Toronto's huge Taiwanese-Canadian community. Find all-you-can-eat Taiwanese hotpot and other hot spicy mains on the menu
  • Szechuan Szechuan
    100 King Street West, Toronto
    416-861-0124 www.szechuanszechuan.com
    Specializing in Pan Asian cuisine this elegantly styled bistro is where Toronto's business community likes to hunker down for some spicy Asian, Peking Duck and other tasteful mains. The location at First Canadian Place makes it very convenient to work or sightsee around downtown then dine at this favourite hang-out
  • Bar Italia 582 College Street 416-535-3621 http://www.bar-italia.ca/ The proprietor of this landmark is often known as the "Father of Little Italy." One of the earliest caffe houses in the city, this recently renovated venue continues to draw the crowds in for fine dining, and fabulous pasta dishes
  • Biagio Ristorante
    155 King Street E
    416-366-4040
    Waiters in formal attire greet diners at this longtime exclusive eatery located in the heart of Old Toronto in one of Toronto's most beautiful buildings, The historic St. Lawrence Hall. Ravioli stuffed with pumpkin, and veal parmesans are cooked to perfection. There's an extensive wine menu to choose from too
  • Bocca On Baldwin
    26 Baldwin Street
    416-348-0731 http://www.boccaonbaldwin.ca/
    The two tier patio is one of the best spots along Baldwin Street to watch the city as you dine on risotto funghi, gnocchi and delectable pizza served in an abundant array of pizza toppings.
  • Cafe Diplomatico
    594 College St
    416-534-4367 http://cafediplomatico.ca/
    Need a quick caffeine pick-me-up, look no further than this venerable spot in the heart of Little Italy. Another landmark, the al fresco patio is a popular spot to dine and people watch. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.
  • Grano
    2035 Yonge Street Toronto
    416-440-1986
    www.grano.ca
    Look no further than Grano for an Italian eatery that's big with the locals, families, and those who wish to wander off the beaten track in Toronto's midtown. One of Toronto's most loved Italian dining establishments, the family-owned business continues to make you feel at home. The carefully prepared menu items feel like a big hug from Nonna herself. Known for the fried calamari cooked to perfection, you can't go wrong at this favourite resto
  • Pan on the Danforth,
    516 Danforth Ave. Toronto
    416-466-8158
    http://www.panonthedanforth.com/
    Opa! Nightly live Greek bands performing traditional tunes are just part of the fun at this newly renovated restaurant in the heart of Greektown.
  • Ampeli Restaurant
    526 Danforth Ave.
    416-465-4001 A lively patio on this famous stretch makings lingering over your fine Mediterranean cuisine that much for worth it as the lively neighbourhood unfolds before your eyes
  • Asteria Souvlaki Place
    292 Danforth Ave.
    416-463-9765 This affordable casual restaurant is great on service and has sizzling souvlaki waiting for hungry patrons daily
  • Astoria Shish Kebob House
    390 Danforth Ave.
    416-463-2838 http://www.astoriashishkebobhouse.com/ Rated best soulvaki by local weekly NOW magazine, this casual eatery offers splendid Mediterranean cuisine in a sumptuous setting flanked by an open hearth and stone walls that emits an Old World feel
  • Auberge du Pommier
    4150 Yonge Street
    416-222-2220 www.oliverbonacini.com This exquisite French restaurant is situated in two beautifully restored woodcutter's cottages and remains Oliver & Bonacini's, a highly respected local restaurant group, flagship property. The sommelier's wine list reads like an A-list of wines with over 500 vintages to choose from. Diners can also BYOB (corkage fee in effect)
  • Biff's Bistro
    4 Front Street E
    416-860-0086 http://www.oliverbonacini.com/Biffs-Bistro.aspx This is another French eatery from acclaimed Oliver & Bonacini that caters high end cuisine but in a casual bistro setting. Steps away from Union Station, the Hockey Hall of Fame, expect only the best steak frites here.
  • Bistro
    990 Bay St.
    416-921-9990 http://www.bistro990.ca/ For years this acclaimed bistro has catered to Hollywood celebrities who enjoy the intimate, secluded surrounds of this charming French bistro. High on the menu items are the roasted chicken, steak frites, and of course, the hefty wine list featuring a variety of French wines.
  • Bua Thai
    150 Avenue Rd
    416-921-9198 http://www.buathai.ca/Open seven days a week, the food here is made from scratch daily so imagine the fresh ingredients that go hand in hand in Thai cuisine. Typical menu served with spring rolls, deep fried won tons and satay
  • Green Mango
    2180 Bloor St W
    416-604-8800 http://www.greenmango.ca/ Two locations across the city indicate just how popular this Thai restaurant is with the locals. This location in the heart of Toronto's Bloor West Village area serves an array of soups, noodle dishes, and various spicy Pad Thai offerings. Wine is available
  • Mengrai Thai
    82 Ontario St. Toronto
    416-840-2754 http://www.mengraithai.com/3.html Chef Sasi is a rising star on the local culinary scene. Her Thai background heavily influences her freshly made daily creations. Beautiful decor with soft lighting and soft music create a delightful dining atmosphere amid the silks and teaks

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