Best Dinner Places to Eat in Toronto

"While not associated with the Toronto-born rapper of the same name, the Drake Hotel’s nightlife offerings are no less hip or happening. This boutique hotel is a hub for local events including concerts, DJs and multimedia art. The Drake’s basement venue, the Underground, hosts a rotating roster of dance parties, touring acts and cultural happenings like slam poetry nights."

"This arts-oriented, 19-room boutique hotel, originally a derelict apartment block, still maintains the high hip quotient it has enjoyed since it opened. A hit with both local and international creative types, it is a true Toronto cultural hub, covering all the travel basics — art, music, food and shopping."

"This next spot is definitely one of the most aesthetically pleasing patios on the list. From their exposed brick walls to their bright and airy feel, the spot is super Insta-worthy. Oh, and the food is pretty good too."

"Perched at the top of a heritage building within the centre, Alo is often talked about as one of the best restaurants in Toronto for French food. Now, there are two different ways to eat at Alo, one being through a reservation to eat within Alo’s Dining Room (reserve a table, here). Though, be prepared, this books up super-fast)."

"Considered one of Toronto's best restaurants for multi-course tasting menus, this Queen West establishment defines a pretty distinct tier of upscale dining. Birthday dinners, anniversaries and special outings will always have a place here."

"The most striking thing about Gusto 101 isn't the fact that it's located in a former auto body shop—it's that the space actually feels cozy and convivial. The restaurant delivers crowd pleasing Southern Italian classics, including a near-perfect rendition of cacio e pepe. Grilled entrees are also exceptional, especially the branzino, which is served with escarole, cannellini beans, and a lemony, garlicky salmoriglio sauce."

"Why go: With a stunning rooftop patio in the West and a brand new location in the East, the brunch at Gusto has something for everyone. What to order: Lunch AND brunch. Folks can order Gusto’s all-star items from the lunch menu like the Mafalde Ai Funghi, while their friends are still enjoying Italian versions of their favourite brunch items."

"– Located on King and Portland this rooftop patio is part of the popular Italian restaurant below, so enjoy an amazing meal alongside your cocktails. What is it known for?. – Gusto 101 is known for its industrial setting as well as having wine on tap, a great excuse for a visit."

"Lavelle is our top pick for rooftop patio spots for two reasons, day and night. With a chill lounge vibe at night and a rooftop pool party vibe during the day you can sip on tasty drinks from the top of King West with an incredible view of the fashion district from above. This spot caters more so to a mix of young professionals and mature business professionals, so expect a diverse yet classy crowd."

"Lavelle’s got a pretty sweet rooftop patio if you’re feeling swanky. The restaurant sits 16 storeys high with a lounge bar, cabanas, and a massive outdoor pool. Their cocktails are great and the sushi is pretty dang good."

"Hemingway’s renowned rooftop patio makes it an iconic patio spot in Toronto. It has a laid-back atmosphere and cozy vibes making it a great place to grab a casual beer after a long day of work (or a long day in the sun). The staff is friendly, the people are down-to-earth, and the food and drinks are no-nonsense kind of creations."

"A post shared by Hemingway's Bar + Restaurant (@hemingways.to) on Dec 13, 2018 at 3:21pm PST. Hemingway’s Restaurant & Bar is “the” place to spend a fun evening. The large restaurant features three bars, four patios, 24 beers on tap, and enough television screens to please any sports fanatic."

"Hemingway’s is one of our favourite open-all-year-round rooftop patios, but it’s obviously incredible during the warmer months. Dine here if you’re looking for low key pub-style eats and a great view of Yorkville."

"Few restaurants have a sense of place like Farmhouse Tavern, where everything from the eggs to the wine is sourced from the surrounding land. The restaurant lets these top-notch ingredients do the heavy lifting, serving simple preparations such as venison tartare or the restaurant’s indulgent barn burger, topped with bacon jam, blue cheese, and cider-braised onion. A Toronto mainstay for over 12 years, the restaurant nimbly pivoted to stay afloat over the past year and continue supporting local farmers, selling housemade ketchup, merch, and turning part of the restaurant into a bottle shop."

"The clue is in the name: you can guess that Farmhouse Tavern knows a thing or two about serving seasonal bites and you'd be right, but if you've ever checked out this Junction gem, you'd know that it brings the whole farm experience to the concrete city. Charming rustic decor meet hearty gourmet meals and laid-back vibes with an emphasis on serving fresh ingredients, lowering their carbon footprint and reducing food waste by clearing out the restaurant every Sunday with their "F*ck Mondays" food and drink specials."

"The upward growing nature of Toronto's condominiums puts us further and further away from farm-to-table dining. Luckily, there are people that save us from ourselves, such as the manager of Farmhouse Tavern, Darcy MacDonell. Darcy grew up in rural Ontario, and he has brought rustic touches to the restaurant in the form of antiques and weathered wood accents."

"The Stelvio is a famed restaurant in Canada which serves authentic and sumptuous Italian dishes. Their menu is complete of antipasti, Taglieri, insalate, pasta, primi, secondi, and dolci. They are usually open every day except Mondays."

"Samaira’s Kitchen opened over a year ago on Queen Street East at the site of the former Queen City Pizza. Samaira’s Kitchen is a family-run business offering gourmet pizza, calzone, panzerotti and burgers. You can order from one of the 20 Chef’s Creation Pizzas or create your own."

"The third restaurant in my list of pink places in Toronto is the lovely Oretta. Oretta is a traditional Italian restaurant serving authentic Italian fare in the prettiest art-deco styled space. Not only is it a stunning pink space with incredible Italian food, they also have a cafe out back which serves the best bombolone (and happens to be another cute pink place too!)."

"An Italian restaurant in the heart of downtown, not to mention it’s PINK FEED GOALS!. This restaurant features an amazing colour pallet in their decor elements and unreal curved vaulted ceilings. The style is quirky, fun, pastel-filled and stunningly art-deco."

"Restaurant 7 West serves all around the clock, 365 days a year, so you never have to miss out on good grub in our city. Located on Charles Street in the heart of the Annex, this multi-level restaurant is not only 24/7, but it also changes as you scale the stairs."

"No late-night craving goes unsatisfied at this 24-hour haven for the hip and hungry. Snacks, pastas, sandwiches, soups, and drinks are all served...Read More"