Stepping into 1147 Ristorante, located at 1147 Davenport Road, feels like walking into the pages of Architectural Digest. Opened on June 19, this refined Italian restaurant offers a truly unique dining experience, featuring an interior designed by Archi Designo. The space is defined by its curved walls, modern sculptures, and a palette inspired by nature — both in colour and texture. With just four tables, the setting is as exclusive as it is elegant, and even the plateware is as Instagram-worthy as the fare itself.
The inaugural menu boasts fresh pasta, octopus, burrata and more authentic Italian classics, all presented in a matter that truly honours the culinary arts — think bold colours and thoughtful plating to reflect the contemporary Italian vibes inside 1147 Ristorante.
For those looking to take their experience to the next level, 1147 Ristorante also offers a private wine club, entirely separate from the eatery, to add to its refined approach to dining, and fully commit to the Italian sensibilities around food – slow, intentional and expressive.
The entire experience is soulful, simple, seasonal and crafted by chef Flavio Catania. For lunch, a Romano-Siciliano chef celebrates the purity of regional Italian fare, while a Tuscan master offers a sensorial experience featuring gastrotechnique cuisine and artful composition for dinner.
The concept behind 1147 Ristorante is a customizable, private experience that’s designed to accommodate dietary restrictions and specific needs while enjoying seasonal menus crafted with Italian sensibilities. The intimate space is open for lunch from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. from Wednesday through Sunday, and from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. from Thursday through Sunday for dinner.
The result is a selection of boasting with creamy pastas, sweet desserts, and flavourful entrees that fully reflect the full-flavoured options that dot Italian eateries and carry over to Davenport and Ossington.
1147 is now open and taking reservations online.