Must-see restaurants in Toronto

  • 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,…

  • DaiLo

    Toronto

    Not your typical Chinese restaurant, this chic Asian brasserie is embellished with teal and gold and serves up Little-Italy-does-French-inspired-Chinese…

  • Patties Express

    Toronto

    A hole-in-the-wall place specializing in Jamaican patties: flaky-pastry pockets stuffed with spicy veggies, curry chicken and ground beef (non-spicy to…

  • Pearl Diver

    Old Town, Corktown & Distillery District

    A small, bustling restaurant, this place is known for its regular seafood specials. Come on Thursday for its crowning glory, the '100 for 100': $100 for…

  • Square Boy

    East Toronto & Rosedale

    A throwback to the '70s, with orange-pleather booths and brown-tile walls to match, Square Boy serves up hearty plates of souvlaki, barbecue chicken and…

  • Rooster Coffee House

    East Toronto & Rosedale

    Set in a one-time general store, Rooster is a shabby-chic coffee shop known for its organic salads, sandwiches and great coffee. Street-side tables have…

  • 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…

  • By the Way

    Toronto

    An Annex fixture, this cheerful corner bistro has a fusion menu that leans toward Middle Eastern. Although there's plenty of meat on offer, vegetarians…

  • Fresh

    Toronto

    You'll find all the comfort-food faves here, from tacos to burgers, plus a range of salads, smoothies and juices – all completely plant based and organic…

  • Nguyen Huong

    Kensington Market & Chinatown

    Cheap and delicious filled Vietnamese sandwiches are the order of the day at the original precursor to Toronto's banh mi (baguettes filled with pâté,…

  • 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…

  • Remarkable Bean

    The Beaches

    This Beaches fave serves up shepherd's pie and still-in-the-pan homemade desserts to go with your latte or maté (South American 'tea of life'). Fight for…

  • Urban Eatery

    Toronto

    More than just a food court, the Urban Eatery, in the basement of the gargantuan Eaton Centre, has more than 45 outlets, from fast food to seated dining…

  • Sultan's Tent & Café Maroc

    Old Town, Corktown & Distillery District

    Dark and atmospheric, replete with stained-glass lanterns, candles and fringed cushions, the Sultan's Tent serves traditional Moroccan cuisine. Try the…

  • Island Cafe

    Toronto Islands

    Near the Ward's Island ferry dock, this locals' fave has a limited menu spanning lots of flavors. Expect burgers and quesadillas alongside chickpea curry…

  • Gale's Snack Bar

    The Beaches

    Off the gentrified Leslieville strip, on a corner with heavy vehicular traffic, you'll find this gritty hole-in-the-wall place. If you can get past the…

  • Bombay Palace

    Old Town, Corktown & Distillery District

    This welcoming Punjabi restaurant occupies the front half of a quirky old brick building. It has a fine-dining atmosphere, polite, old-fashioned service,…

  • Carens Rosedale

    Toronto

    The staff of this delightful, stately restaurant will happily recommend wine pairings for the amazing selection of world cheeses. The boardroom-style…

  • Queen's Quay Terminal

    Toronto

    A big commercial center right on the water with a lots of fast eats and a couple of chain restaurants. There's a small supermarket inside, too, with a…

  • Wish Restaurant

    Toronto

    No need to get out of the city to experience beach vibes. Wish is a South Beach–inspired restaurant serving up delicious Canadian comfort food and brunch,…

  • 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…

  • iHalo Krunch

    Toronto

    iHalo Krunch is famous for its charcoal soft serve and charcoal cones, alongside other popular Asian-inspired flavors such as matcha and ube (purple yam)…

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