Must-see restaurants in Entertainment & Financial Districts

  • Lee

    Entertainment & Financial Districts

    Truly a feast for the senses, dinner at acclaimed cuisinier Susur Lee's self-titled flagship is an experience best shared. Slick servers assist in…

  • Forno Cultura

    Entertainment & Financial Districts

    An Italian bakery tucked into a basement-level shop, Forno Cultura offers a full line of bread and pastries made with ingredients imported from Italy –…

  • Richmond Station

    Entertainment & Financial Districts

    Reservations are strongly advised at this busy and uncomplicated restaurant, brainchild of celebrity Top Chef Canada winner Carl Heinrich. Dishes are …

  • Buca

    Entertainment & Financial Districts

    A breathtaking basement-level restaurant with exposed-brick walls and a soaring ceiling, Buca serves artisanal Italian fare such as homemade pasta and…

  • Assembly Chef's Hall

    Entertainment & Financial Districts

    Home to a diverse set of global cuisines by some of Toronto's top chefs, this is less food court and more sprawling upscale eatery. There's everything…

  • Ravi Soups

    Entertainment & Financial Districts

    This one's pretty simple: a small menu of seven soups (the likes of corn chowder with blue crab or porcini-mushroom wild-rice bisque), five wraps (curried…

  • Oretta

    Entertainment & Financial Districts

    One of Toronto's most popular Italian restaurants, known for its iconic pink art-deco interior and delicious brunch menu. It’s a romantic spot perfect for…

  • Pai

    Entertainment & Financial Districts

    Pai is known for its spectacular food and lively ambience, so you'll pretty much always see lines out the door no matter the time of day. The khao soi …

  • Patria

    Entertainment & Financial Districts

    Everything works beautifully in this expansive, stylish and modern restaurant specializing in Spanish tapas and cuisine. Knowledgeable servers help…

  • Thompson Diner

    Entertainment & Financial Districts

    At the sexy Thompson Toronto hotel, this classic diner with a modern twist is open 21 hours a day (it serves all-day breakfast). Whenever you're there,…

  • Burger's Priest

    Entertainment & Financial Districts

    Some say Priest's simple burgers are the best in town: fresh-ground beef, soft bun, grilled to perfection. A top choice: 'the Priest' (of course), crowned…

  • Sweet Jesus

    Entertainment & Financial Districts

    Jazzed up soft serve for all your Instagram desires (and your taste buds, too). It's no surprise that Sweet Jesus has rapidly grown across the country and…

  • Kupfert & Kim

    Entertainment & Financial Districts

    The Korean-Canadian couple behind these restaurants has remixed the Korean bibimbap into deliciously satisfying meatless and wheatless superfood bowls,…

  • Bymark

    Entertainment & Financial Districts

    Toronto culinary powerhouse Brooke McDougall brings his sophisticated menu of continentally hewn cuisine to this hip, bilevel downtowner. His creative…

  • SOMA Chocolatier

    Entertainment & Financial Districts

    Duck into this small chocolate shop for an eyeful of handcrafted chocolate beauties, from truffles and gelato to cookies and hot cocoa. Look closely at…

  • Sud Forno

    Entertainment & Financial Districts

    Part of the wildly popular Terroni brand, this downtown location houses both a casual eatery (La Mensa) and an elegant restaurant (Da Geppetto). You can…

  • Wilbur Mexicana

    Entertainment & Financial Districts

    This is Mexican street-food heaven, from the industrial-chic atmosphere to the standout Baja fish tacos. Complete with a fully stocked apothecary cabinet…

  • Khao San Road

    Entertainment & Financial Districts

    There's usually a line here for some of Toronto's best Thai curry and noodles. Reservations aren't accepted, but it's worth the wait. Once inside, service…

  • Northern Maverick Brewing Company

    Entertainment & Financial Districts

    Northern Maverick's massive space includes a brewery, a restaurant and a retail store. From weekend brunch to $1 oysters on Sunday evenings, there's more…

  • Avenue Open Kitchen

    Entertainment & Financial Districts

    This cozy, old-school diner off Spadina Ave feels as though it's been here forever, but it's spotlessly clean and great value. Go on, have a BLT with…

  • Wvrst

    Entertainment & Financial Districts

    Like sausage? If Wvrst's phenomenal success is any indication, then Toronto's hipsters do, too. With more bangers and snags than you can poke a stick at,…

  • La Carnita

    Entertainment & Financial Districts

    A hoppin' spot for Mexican street eats, La Carnita is the place to grab a cocktail and indulge in some of the best tacos in town. The Toronto-based chain…

  • King Taps

    Entertainment & Financial Districts

    King Taps has more than 50 rotating craft beers, plus tasty cocktails, and it serves up delicious food. Pizzas are definitely a favorite, but dishes such…

  • Gusto 101

    Entertainment & Financial Districts

    Gusto 101 serves up authentic, modern takes on southern Italian fare. Housed in a repurposed garage, with a dimly lit, industrial interior, it's a unique…