Get ready, Toronto foodies: the date is set! On September 18, History will host the much-anticipated 2024 Michelin Guide ceremony, where the city’s top chefs and restaurateurs will find out if they’ve earned a Michelin Star or other high honours.
Toronto joined the Michelin family in 2022, adding to the Guide’s growing roster of North American cities that now includes New York, Chicago, Miami and Vancouver. With this expansion, Toronto’s culinary scene is about to gain even more global recognition.
The Michelin Guide is synonymous with excellence. It’s not just about stars — one star for “a very good restaurant,” two stars for “excellent cooking,” and three stars for “exceptional cuisine worth a special trip.” The Bib Gourmand marks restaurants with great value, while the Green Star highlights sustainable practices. Plus, the Guide features recommended spots and special awards that reflect the best in dining.
Toronto’s Michelin Guide already includes great spots like Sushi Masaki Saito, Edulis, Don Alfonso 1890 and Alo. But there are still plenty of amazing places in the city we think will make the list. Here are five we’re betting on.
1. Bar Prima
Created by Craig Harding and Julian D’Ippolito, this restaurant mixes old-school elegance with modern Italian twists. Expect handmade pasta, inventive dishes like the “Rockefeller” scallops, and a glamorous interior by FutureStudio.
2. Scaramouche
Nestled atop a condo complex, this Toronto classic merges its dining areas into one sleek space with stunning skyline views. For 30 years, it’s been the pinnacle of culinary elegance. The modern French menu features inventive dishes like scallops with spicy cauliflower tempura and roasted duck with foie gras jus. Highlights include peppercorn fettuccine with beef tenderloin.
3. Martine’s
Grant van Gameren, a rockstar of Toronto’s dining scene, is back with Martine’s, a fresh take on classic cooking in the old Woodlot space on Palmerston. With chef Luke Haines in the kitchen and van Gameren’s home-grown veggies on the menu, expect simple, delicious food without pretension.
4. Richmond Station
Richmond Station, perched at Yonge and Richmond, channels a vintage train station vibe with its high ceilings, subway tiles, and antique lights. The casual downstairs tavern, featuring a Caesarstone bar and historic TTC photos, contrasts with the elevated dining upstairs, which includes a chef’s rail and a pantry room for group meals. The menu? Exceptionally fresh. Seasonal dishes like charcuterie, lamb tartare, and ever-changing chalkboard specials highlight the focus on top-quality, locally-sourced ingredients.
5. DaiLo
Chef Nick Liu, the mastermind behind DaiLo, brings a fresh spin to classic Chinese-Canadian fare in Little Italy. Since 2014, his inventive takes on traditional dishes have earned critical acclaim. Liu reimagines beloved recipes, merging textures and flavors with a modern twist—like his “mind-altering” fried watermelon with bean sprouts, basil, and pork floss. Named after the Cantonese term for “big brother,” DaiLo reflects Liu’s deep respect for his heritage and commitment to high-quality, innovative cuisine.
For the full list of Michelin-approved dining spots, visit the Michelin Guide website.
