Fusion restaurants in Toronto
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Monsoon
Clean Zen lines, outrageous tropical flowers and mid-century modern designs mix harmoniously in this sexy subterranean lounge. The menu offers a downpour of flavors, listing the likes of halibut seared in ginger-saké sauce or Bangkok bouillabaisse along with lemongrass sorbet to refresh your palate between glorious courses.
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Toast
Beyond velvet curtains is an artsy, old-fangled bistro that’s best for weekend brunch: $12 for eggs Benedict or French toast with cranberries and cream cheese. Relax on the velvet antique couch or dine at one of the Formica tables, and if there’s a wait, check out the local art on the walls.
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By the Way
An Annex fixture, this cheerful corner bistro has a fusion menu that leans towards Middle Eastern. Although there’s plenty of meat on the menu, vegetarians won’t go hungry. Service is A+ and the wine list features Niagara ice varietals and labels from far-flung Oregon and Australia.
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Xacutti
It's pronounced 'Sha-koo-tee, ' but don't worry too much about that. Focus instead on the gorgeous stained-glass shopfront, beyond which swirls of chocolate brown and jet black come alive with saffron accents – a befitting setting for exotic Indian dishes like Bengal chicken curry with cashew basmati ($24), supplemented by a well-versed wine list. Take-out isn't below them; Sunday brunch is a cool fusion exercise.
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Byzantium
Slick interior design, hip young staff and lots of laughter – get your doting sugar daddy/mommy to take you to Byzantium. Soften them up with a breakfast martini (gin, Cointreau, marmalade, lemon juice and sugar syrup), then direct them towards the signature Caesar Salad or more adventurous offerings like ostrich medallions with summer ratatouille and roasted sweet potato.
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Sen5es
Sen5es’ sun-drenched, airy cafe serves breakfast (try an impeccable cappuccino and chocolate croissant), while the sleek modern dining room harbors a chef’s table and nocturnal offerings like goat cheese and beef ravioli or seared scallops with citrus salad and curry yoghurt. Alternatively, dine in the lounge to sample from the same amazing menu for under $25 per plate.
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Fire on the East Side
A fusion kitchen works haywire variations on African, Caribbean, Acadian French and Cajun themes, from spicy crab cakes to duck confit quesadillas, and the menu changes quarterly. At night, the kitchen closes and beats from the next-door club are piped in, making it more of a lounge. It’s a popular brunch spot, so reservations are essential for the weekends.
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Globe Earth
This newbie features local, seasonal foods only, which you can feast on in the lounging surrounds. A wood-burning oven adds flavor flair to flatbreads, and you can order your meat by weight. Charcuterie and deep-fried cheese curds bring things down to an approachable level, and there’s a little something for everyone on the massive menu.
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Bymark
Celebrity chef Mark McEwan of North 44° brings his sophisticated menu of continentally hewn cuisine to this hip, bi-level downtowner. His creative kitchen crew whips seasonal regional ingredients (wild truffles, quail, soft-shell crab) into sensational combinations, each with suggested wine or beer pairings. It’s on street level.
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Queen Mother Café
A Queen St institution, the Queen Mother is beloved for its cozy, dark wooden booths and excellent pan-Asian menu. Canadian comfort food is also on offer – try the Queen Mum burger. Check out the display of old stuff they found in the walls the last time they renovated. The patio is hidden and one of the best in town.
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Carens Wine and Cheese Bar
As expected, there’s an amazing selection of cheese boards, and staff can recommend wine pairings. Bright pashminas drape over chairs in case you get a chill on the intimate and stylish back patio, and Thai lanterns hang from the trees. Also, the spicy baked mac ’n cheese ($16) is some of the best we’ve ever had.
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Flow
Catering to a 'money is no object' clientele, slung-low Flow flows seamlessly from gulf prawns with summer berry compote to sour cherry-crusted Australian lamb with grilled asparagus, seasonal mushrooms, potato and passionfruit jus. After dark a sexy crowd moves in, transforming the room into a cocktail lounge.
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Susur
Order à la carte, or let superstar chef Susur Lee take you on a whimsical journey through his elaborate tasting menus (six courses $120; vegetarian $75). From Europe to Asia and back again, each plate is a magical study in contrasts, complemented by an imaginative wine list. Book weeks in advance.
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