Best Restaurants, Must Try Places in Richmond Hill

"For a more eclectic, boutique vibe, The Drake Hotel caters to the lovers of art, music, food, and unpretentious fun. Each of the unique, character-rich rooms features eye-popping art, custom furniture and woodwork, Malin+Goetz toiletries, comfy queen-sized Sealy mattresses, and unexpected creative miscellaneous touches throughout. The “Art Passport” package includes mini bottles of sparkling, a $50 credit to enjoy The Drake’s upscale reimagined cuisine, an original Art-For-You artwork keepsake, and late checkout."

"Stylish, unique and full of art, Drake One Fifty has elegantly avoided being stuck up in a district filled with suits, all without alienating its lunchtime crowd. Stop by to take in the all the contemporary creativity that fills the space whether it’s art, decor, crafty mixology or, of course, the food – a zesty take on traditional brasserie fare. The ingredients are local, seasonal and the dishes are made from scratch, a mentality thats as admirable and ethical as it is trendy."

"Voted the number one restaurant in Canada by Canada’s 100 Best, Alo is one of the hardest-to-land reservations in the city. Chef Patrick Kriss’ culinary pedigree includes stints working under Michelin-star chef Daniel Boulud at Daniel in NYC, and before opening Alo in 2015, he also worked in the kitchens of Régis Marcon and La Maison Troisgros in France. At Alo he’s known for his avant-garde approach and technical precision."

"One of the most special things you can do is take your partner to this restaurant. This French restaurant is quite simply dreamy, with its soft hues, floral arrangements and gracious service will leave nothing for want. Get a table for two reservation and relish an extravagant dinner featuring an always-changing tasting menu."

"Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account. View this post on Instagram. A post shared by Alo Restaurant & Cocktail Bar (@alorestaurant) on Oct 30, 2018 at 2:13pm PDT"

"Gusto 101 is best known for its pizza, pasta, and drinks that you can enjoy on the rooftop of Portland street in the heart of the fashion district. This spot is a more of a restaurant vibe than it is a day drinking spot, so if you’re looking for good eats on a beautiful summer day be sure to check Gusto 101 out."

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"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."

"Who: Lavelle sits 16 stories above the city on Toronto’s King Street West. They’re a known spot in Toronto’s nightlife for its luxurious lounge bar, dining room, outdoor pool, and cabanas, with an unobstructed, 360-degree view of the city skyline. Jobs: They’re hiring for many positions, including Back of House and Front of House."

"From the team behind Corktown mainstay Ardo comes another restaurant devoted to Sicilian cuisine. In the summer, the hidden patio is the place to escape the bustle of Carlton and Parliament and whisk yourself away to the Mediterranean. There’s an emphasis on simple and straightforward fare."

"At The Poet, they go above an beyond the mandate of a cafe, serving amazing breakfast and lunch options all week."

"Boasting a multitude of flat screen TVs with surround sound, this spot in the exciting downtown hub of Queen Street West feels more like being in an arena. The food and drink is way better, though."

"Nanashake has 100% vegan ice cream and frozen desserts that are made out of bananas. I tried one of their popsicles at Vegfest and it was a yummy treat. They’ve got ice cream sundaes, the Nana latte, Nana bowls, Nana cakes, and more."

"Papyrus is a veg-friendly Egyptian restaurant on the Danforth. Vegan items are denoted clearly on the menu with a V, and the majority of the menu appears to be vegan. I was really excited when I saw their menu posted on their front door as I was walking past one day, and I can’t wait to dine here sometime."

"The Dundas west location of Café Plenty is a neat little spot in the middle of a super busy area; It’s smack across the street from Toronto Police 52 Division, on the cusp of Hospital Row and heading towards China Town west. This small yet roomy chic café is good for a croissant and latte pick-up, but if you’re hankering for more grab a sandwich and salad as well."

"Funnel Cake Express is a popular dessert restaurant in Toronto that specializes in serving theme park and carnival favourite, finger-licking-good funnel cakes. The shareable dessert features a crunchy and chewy donut batter, deep fried into a circular disk. The sweet treat is then topped with soft serve ice cream and a variety of toppings such as strawberries or crushed Oreos."

"19 Don’t wait for the CNE for a funnel cake fix—just head to this dessert shop at Yonge and Wellesley. The Bullet is a tangle of deep-fried dough, dusted with cinnamon and icing sugar and topped with a beautiful blob of sweet strawberries, a swirl of soft-serve and a drizzle of chocolate sauce. And it’s a personal-size treat, so you know what that means: no sharesies."

"Mabel's is like that friendly neighbour who bakes pies from scratch for you (anyone have that neighbour?). Everything at Mabel's from their famous strawberry-rhubarb pie to their sourdough – still warm from the oven – is made fresh without preservatives. Whenever you step into any of Mabel's Bakery's four locations across the city, you are immediately transported back in time to a quaint little homestyle bakery of yesteryear."