Fine and fresh ingredients are crafted into traditional Italian dishes at 12 Tables. The team behind the new Avenue Road joint has been restaurateurs in Europe since 1999, and recently took their talents to Toronto. The menu includes a pavlova which is nothing short of spectacular, served with homemade raspberry coulis, whipped cream and seasonal

Located inside the TIFF Bell Lightbox, fresh and light eats are the name of the game at Canteen. The restaurant is operated by Oliver & Bonacini and serves up casual fare in a space that overlooks a bustling King Street West scene. Everything, from the house-made sandwiches to the salads to the oven-baked pizzas, is

Chadwick’s is, by its own description, “a craft kitchen and bar serving global-fusion comfort food in the heart of Toronto’s Annex neighbourhood.” The multicultural, made-from-scratch menu brings about art deco revival and sunny cocktail vibes that finds inspiration from every corner from the globe, from Manila to Maracaibo. From a multicoloured patio to retro decorations

Epoch Bar & Kitchen is a polished restaurant set on the lobby level of the Ritz-Carlton, Toronto. The restaurant sees the hotel’s former DEQ Terrace & Lounge space revamped with an elegant design and a fresh menu focused on high-end gastrobar fare. With its classic aesthetic and approachable, seasonally-driven menu, Epoch aims to evoke an

Global cuisine meets international wine at this sleek, elegant haunt. Henry’s is open for dinner on Tuesdays through Saturdays, and the dishes are inspired by seasonal availability, so no two experiences are the same. Look for Mexican dishes as well as Japanese dishes, among others, but be assured that there is something to accommodate every

Pastry Chef Olga Spivak’s East End gem specializes in croissants and laminated dough – over 500 flavours of the former have graced the tummies of Torontonians. But Le Beau also offers seasonal, European-inspired pastries and espresso-based drinks in a relaxed, minimalist setting, true to the French settings where Spivak trained. Each croissant is made from

Focusing on seafood and spirits, Luma is just slightly elevated from the ever-busy King Street West, offering prime people watching views. The mainstays are complimented by seasonal vegetables and fresh meat and seafood, promising a selection of bar bites and dinner options that are perfect for date night, a girls night out and more. As a

This TTC-style bar wants every wandering stranger to feel at home in the city. The tile walls finished with “Nōmads Station” decals and a TTC-painted doorway are so perfectly executed that your trip to the bathroom might be a bit discombobulating. Nōmads Restobar is a gathering place for people of all walks of life and

This Quebec chain opened its doors to Toronto via a King Street address, and is bringing its unique brand and all-day fare to the city. There’s so much to choose from at every time of day, from smoothies and shakshuka to butternut squash pavé and rigatoni bolognese. Joining the diverse fare on the menu is

Leslieville’s best-kept secret may just be the Queen’s Head Pub’s back patio. On it, guests can enjoy one of the daily drink specials or chomp down on delicious eats from the globally inspired menu, which includes dishes like Thai spring rolls, curried mussels, baja fish tacos, homemade French onion soup, and chicken wings. The kitchen

Located just beside Scotiabank Arena, Real Sports offers sports, entertainment and music fans two distinct spaces to choose from. The first is Arena, considered a sports haven to its legions of loyal fans and features the city’s largest screen, as well as a DJ booth and a massive 100-foot bar. Calling it the best place

Serano has been serving up sweetness in Toronto since 1994, operating both a bakery that delivers goodies straight to your door as well as a bakery and cafe that allows fans to sit and enjoy a coffee and a cookie in a cozy atmosphere. The bakery specializes in European pastries, desserts, custom cakes and imported

View this post on Instagram A post shared by Smash Kitchen & Bar (@smashkitchen) This restaurant, with two suburban outposts, serves up Southern-inspired comfort food from mac and cheese to BBQ ribs to, as the name suggests, burgers. But, the chef-curated menu has one common theme running through it: freshness. High quality ingredients are key

It’s like an authentic Irish experience right in the heart of Cabbagetown. There’s board games and Ontario craft beer, but there’s also that famous warmness and traditional fare that shouldn’t be missed. Look for roast beef grilled cheese sandwiches, a lamb meatloaf dinner and a veggie Greek pita as some must-try dine in options and,

This family-owned spot is a tribute to the owners’ late mother, Taline, and serves as an homage to her with a combination of modern and traditional Armenian dishes to create a warm, inviting space. The restaurant is open for dinner from Monday to Saturday from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m., and launched a lunch program

Named after an Irish landmark, the Hill of Tara, this pub has been a Scarborough establishment for over three decades. Award-winning chicken wings, homemade pub pies and fish & chips are all on the menu, and the Tara Inn also serves a traditional Irish breakfast on weekends. It’s also actively involved in the Scarborough Bluffs

Proudly female-owned and operated, The Daughter is a natural wine bar and bottle shop that offers curated selections from across the globe and a snack menu that’s thoughtful and pairs well with the wines that can be enjoyed inside the simple yet stylish digs. But, for those looking for a more exclusive experience, the wine

Vela is a slick collaboration between restaurant industry veterans Amanda Bradley (Alo and George) and Robin Goodfellow (Bar Raval, Little Bones Beverage) located at King and Portland. With its sophisticated aesthetic and Goodfellow’s signature cool cocktails, Vela feels right at home amid King West’s upscale dining scene. “Amanda and I chose this location because we

Wine Academy is a 6,000-square-foot social club with fingerprint scanners at the entrance and a $1,000-per-year membership fee. This is a place for Bay Streeters to enjoy wine, network and socialize.

Only in the 21st century do such things as plant-based butchers exist. Yam Chops is the resident one in Little Italy, and its motto is “grown not raised,” which just about sums up the difference in the food. Stop in and sit down for a meal, do some grocery shopping or take a to-go lunch.