Joining the slew of new restaurants to hit Parkdale in recent months is Chantecler, set to open its doors right near the super hot Grand Electric by this weekend. The small venue seats 26 and will feature a traditional diner-style kitchen with a modern aesthetic. Co-owner Jonathan Poon, who has worked in the food industry in Australia, Europe and Asia, will man the kitchen while his partner, Jacob Wharton-Shukster, will act as front of house manager.
“We wanted to choose a name that reflected my belief in food using local ingredients and the abundance of our land,” explains Poon. “But we didn’t want to make it too obvious.” Hence the name Chantecler, which is a heritage breed of chicken native to Canada. “We also thought it was suitable to the space, which has a French-Canadian bistro feel.”
The restaurant will serve what Poon describes as “refined, simple Canadian food,” such as their traditional chicken consommé, which will use all parts of the chicken as ingredients and garnish. Appetizers will start at around $10 and entrees will cap at $21.
Reservations aren’t accepted, so show up early.
Chantecler, 1320 Queen St. W., 416-628-3586