Ardo Restaurant

Oysters mussels fish and chips. Brought the wife who is going on her seafood journey and she really…read moreenjoyed everything also. Servers and bartender were super helpful and attentive Great spot

Dove down seeking glory, came up clutching average…read more Had dinner here and tried a number of dishes: east and west coast oysters, lobster sliders, PEI mussels and black cod. All tasted ok, with the best value being the happy hour priced oysters and the worst value being the tiny lobster sliders. Place has a popping vibe. Service was friendly. Menu is of course seafood heavy but they have non seafood options too.

2.4 km•Waterfront Communities-The Island

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Rodney's Oyster House

4.1(494 reviews)

Holy smokes. What a gem we discovered. Originally had booked somewhere in the Distillery but opted…read moreout once we read reviews. Everything from the atmosphere to the food to the service was above and beyond what we expected. We had Mason as a server and never were we left wondering where he was. For food we got the trout and branzino. Probably the best we ever had.

Came in as an oyster skeptic and left as an oyster enthusiast. Definitely a solid option for an…read moreaffordable yet delish oyster in the city.

1.1 km•Harbourfront, Waterfront Communities-The Island

Wall of celebrity signed oysters

Raw oysters (Pacific) and clams (quahogs)

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The Butcher Chef

4.6(52 reviews)

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The Butcher Chef is one of those restaurants you keep in mind for a special occasion -- or, in our…read morecase, for dinner before watching the Leafs lose an important game. It's a small, elegant space that feels both intimate and deliberate, with every detail carefully thought through. What we ordered: foie gras, octopus, Caesar salad, and a range of steaks. The meal begins with amuse-bouche -- little bites that quietly announce the kitchen knows what it's doing. The food: exceptional across the board. The foie gras is rich and perfectly seared, the octopus tender with a bit of char, and the steaks are cooked and seasoned with precision. Every course feels intentional and balanced. You get what you pay for here -- and it isn't cheap. Atmosphere: the room is compact but beautifully designed, with warm lighting, dark wood, and an inviting sense of calm. The crowd is an eclectic mix of people who can clearly afford to enjoy themselves -- couples celebrating, small groups, a few well-dressed professionals, and the occasional Leafs jersey on game nights. It's upscale without feeling exclusive or pretentious. Service: on par with the food -- confident, well-timed, and polished. The team moves with quiet efficiency and professionalism throughout the night. Overall: not the best value in town, but easily one of the best steak experiences in Toronto. Perfect for a special dinner, an anniversary, or softening the sting of a tough loss at Scotiabank Arena.

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•$$$$

Family-owned & operated

Luxury

We came here with a party of 7 while they had a running promotion in September. It's been a very…read morelong time since I've come to this restaurant and quite a lot has changed! While their primary focus is very much still lobster, they have added steak as a staple for their restaurants. They now offer aged Canadian beef steak along with their lobster. We ordered their set menu that included: Black chicken steamed soup - Very delicious Chinese style soup, very light but packed with flavours - 9/10 Fried Garlic soy lobster with fries - very tasty fries and the lobster had lots of meat - 8/10 Garlic stir fried lobster - Similar in flavour with the previous lobster dish but not has flavorful - 7/10 Steamed fish - simply and tasty! 7/10 Stir friend lobster with Veggies - the veggies were the highlight for this dish since the lobster (while still delicious) tasted very similarly to the Garlic stir fried lobster) - 7/10 Aged top Sirloin steak - steak was really really tasty, high quality meat, my only gripe was that I wish the serving was larger since this is meant as a family style serving - 8.5/10 Lamb Rack - also very tasty but was fairly small (we received this item as a promotional offer, this isn't normally included in the set meal) 7/10 Overall really good, the restaurant was extremely busy. I'd say almost too busy and not enough staff because I can tell every server was completely swamped. However the staff were still incredibly polite and helpful. I would recommend this place, especially if you have a birthday or friends/family visiting, it's worth getting the lobster and experiencing it. Just keep in mind that you're definitely paying decent price for what you get. Our dinner was $500 after tax and tips. (Note: the month of September had an offer where if your party had anyone over 65 years, you'd get 15% off. So our price would've been roughly $575 without that promo)

If you want to WOW your dinner party - this is the place to take them if they like seafood and…read moredon't mind getting messy & greasy with their (gloved) hands. The whole showing of the lobsters & crab before they cook it, tower of HK style fried lobster, and lots of accompanying Chinese dishes can be a crowd pleaser. Personally for me- there wasn't a lot of pay off of crab meat after wrestling at its shell. The lobster was good but the flavour was disguised from all the deep friedness & oil. Apparently the bed of fries used to be a higher quality side in the past too.

12.6 km•New Toronto, Etobicoke

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Ma Lai Go

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4.8(211 reviews)

What an absolute gem! We chose their new location to celebrate our wedding anniversary and were…read moreblown away. The modern, chic decor sets a wonderful ambiance, and the service was immediate and welcoming. The food was spectacular from start to finish. We started with fresh, warm bread, followed by a flavorful seafood gumbo loaded with meat, and a generous portion of two lightly breaded crab cakes. For our mains, the 10oz ribeye and 8oz tenderloin were seasoned and cooked to absolute perfection--compliments to the chef! They came with a lovely side of baby potatoes and vegetables. We capped off a perfect meal with a warm pecan tart and ice cream. I highly recommend coming here. We noticed they have a pizza oven and plan to add pizza to the menu soon; we already can't wait for our next visit to try it out! Ps parking wise, the restaurant is just off a residential neighborhood and parking is free. No need to pay for any parking, just remember to read signs.

This 30-year-old restaurant personifies New Orleans food very well, serving Creole and Cajun…read morecuisine. The dishes were plated well, and the food was fresh and tasted delicious. There are specials that change weekly. The interior is decorated with New Orleans memorabilia, medium lit, cozy (not large), with jazz music in the background. Service was attentive and friendly. They operated for 30 years at their old location. This location soft-opened on 2026-02-12. We came on 2026-02-25 for dinner. There were still some furnishings to complete (there were unforeseen delays). They kept the same menu offerings but it will be expanded within a month. We ordered the following: 1. Citra Terre D'Abruzzo Pinot Grigio - Italy (glass $14.95). 2. Coke. 3. Crab Cakes ($19.95). 4. New Orleans Shrimp Cocktail ($19.95). 5. Jambalaya Aranchini (weekly special). 6. Blackened Lamb Chops (weekly special). 7. New Orleans Fisherman's Plate ($39.95). 8. Pecan Pie warmed with Ice Cream ($14.95). 9. Bananas Foster ($14.95). 10. Beignet ($14.95). Every dish had an excellent presentation. We spent a lot of time taking photos and videos. What did you expect from me?! We loved all the dishes! The portions were large! There are more staff than in the previous location, allowing the service to be excellent. They tend to have many loyal and returning customers. Every table starts with freshly baked bread and butter. The bread was so fresh! The three appetizers tasted good. They each had a little kick due to creole cuisine. I loved the shrimp the most. The Blackened Lamb Chops was perfectly cooked. Each of the four pieces were very tender, accompanied by a delicious sauce. The dish had some very nicely cooked seasonal vegetables: roasted potatoes, a red pepper, string beans, a broccoli, and a carrot. This dish will be put into their regular menu in the near future. The New Orleans Fisherman's Plate is great if you want a little sampling of their seafood: Blackened Fish, Cajun Calamari, and Coconut Beer Shrimp. It also comes with rice and seasonal vegetables. The fish was so good! We brought some home for my mom and she really loved it. The Coconut Beer Shrimp was on top of a Orange Marmalade Sauce, which is really liked. The three desserts looked really good and tasted good. I loved the pecan pie the most. They can split dishes in half in the kitchen and serve them on two dishes for two people to share. The restaurant uses fresh seasonal ingredients and spices to create authentic Creole and Cajun tastes. Everything is made in-house except for bread and butter. In the near future, their bread will be made in-house too. Currently, there is only indoor dining but they are looking into the possibility of sidewalk outdoor dining. Mike Djurdjevic runs the front of the house while his wife, Mira Djurdjevic, operates the kitchen. Their son, Marko, also helps in the front of the house. There is a large pizza oven at the back of the restaurant. They will be introducing creole pizza in the near future. There is a separate large room for events, parties, etc. This room will be ready in the near future. They also do catering. The restaurant is wheelchair accessible, but there is no door-open button. There is one gender-neutral washroom, which is also wheelchair accessible, and one female washroom. Thrre is paid neighbourhood street parking. Review 2026-037

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New Orleans Fisherman's Plate ($39.95)

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Blackened Lamb Chops (weekly special)

Lyla

Picked this spot for girly night. We loved it here! Such a pretty spot and food was delicious…read more Met the chef and learned about the private dining room and tasting experience. We cant wait to be back!

Solid restaurant with a nice private room…read more Came here for a birthday and they provided good service and access to their private room that is now only available for parties of 4 or more. Tried their tasting menu and added a bone marrow appetizer which was nice. Standouts were the tuna belly starter as well as the fish dish Overall solid restaurant.

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Lobster Boil Seafood House

4.6(18 reviews)

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What a fun experience. Never been and never had crawfish. Loved it. Staff were super nice and…read morewaited for the entire party to arrived and allowed me to sit while I waited. It was a weekday so it wasn't too busy but as I was leaving it started to get busy.

Came here first time tonight and wasn't disappointed. Food, service and decor was all amazing for…read morethe price. Dinner for 4 with soft drinks including everything just a little over 200$. But we had soups and tons of seafood including two lobster tails. We got the dinner for 4 thing. And I think the leftovers are enough for two more dinners. Our server, I think Anita, was amazing at her job as well. Will come back again after I finally finish the leftovers and give it some breathing room.

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Tinuno

4.1(666 reviews)

2.3 km

Amazing! Wow what an experience. And the garlic rice was so flavourful. I don't even like seafood…read morethat much but this slaps.

Love how accessible this spot is from the tfc (literally a block away!) we tried the Kamayan/boodle…read morefight. While I appreciate how neat the setup was, the service was sort of chaotic. We asked for halo halo to go along with our check and were seated directly in front of the pay/front counter and it took them 30 minutes. We saw multiple servers assisting each table while other servers stood behind the counter; I don't doubt they meant well; it just seems disorganized to me. There is upstairs seating and reservations optional to make; but from what I saw it didn't seem like they're prepared so why bother making a reservation. Regardless, the portion for 2 was plenty and the unlimited garlic rice is awesome (superrrr Filipino) we didn't need more rice, but it's a nice option. I will say the halo halo was fire; I am not sorry about the long wait it was worth it.

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I'm A Little Hot Crab

4.4(42 reviews)

Any restaurant that gives me complimentary ice cream is already a 5/5 from me…read more Fr though the food here was super yummy, definitely some of the best Singaporean food I've had in the gta. I was told by my Singaporean friend that the chili crab was not as authentic as it could have been but it was all delicious regardless. The food also took a bit to get here and they gave us complimentary chicken wings while we waited. Left feeling like a little hot crab indeed.

Now the little hot crab is in my tummy, all safe and sound…read more Singapore chili crab has been on my list for a very very long time. This place did it Soo well. Now I can go to heaven, in peace. Place is small, and waiting for a table is de rigor. We placed our name in the Google waitlist, then waited another hour to be seated on Friday night. Based on reviews, got the Singapore chili crabs with the king oyster mushrooms (under the crab it soaked up all the goodness), spicy clams garlic veggies and the beef in black pepper/garlic. All were well done, the veggies had great wokhai, met with appreciation at the table. Clams and crabs were spicy for some and ok for others (our table was Cantonese and Korean). Crab was delicious, and the sauce called for rice to be mixed in after the crab was done. It filled us, but not too much. Next time we might try other sauces, but the Singapore chili sauce was killer. Totally worth the money and the hassle. In a mall full of other restaurants this place was the busiest. Very cute decor and free ice cream!

2.2 km•Entertainment District, Downtown Core, Waterfront Communities-The Island

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Yuzuki Fish Market

4.4(37 reviews)

How this works is you order and pay at the counter first, then sit down. I got the Kaisen Don ($57,…read moreafter tax $64). I would say ambience is not the best, it's definitely meant to be a supermarket and not a restaurant so I found it kind of stuffy, just some chairs at a bar table along the wall and 1 table with 2 chairs. I was the only one dining in on this Sunday afternoon so I took the table. The waitress brings you a cup of water (no tea) and the wasabi soy sauce and disposable chopsticks. The food i would give 4 stars, uni was sweet and creamy and my favorites the sweet shrimp and scallop can do no wrong. The squid/octopus was also quite good. The other pieces I would say weren't quite as good as from what I'm used to expecting at Hana Don and the portion size was on the small size but it does come with salad and miso soup.

Their sushi was really good, especially for the price. I'm curious to try their uni next time. I'd…read morepass on the sweet pumpkin and try sweet potato next time. It's in a market which is an interesting concept too. Cute

Uni!!!! and uni ice cream

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Crystal D.

10 years ago

I visited Ardo several times over the last two weeks The first time I walked in was for lunch and couldn't believe they had only been open a few days. After the amazing grilled chicken salad I had for lunch, I had to go back for dinner! Can't say enough about this place! I love the ambiance - soft lighting and candles in the evening, Motown and a mix of R&B playing in the background. The staff is friendly and attentive, Chef Roberto greets and speaks to everyone. And the food! The selection of authentic Italian and Sicilian dishes is unmatched. Everything has been excellent - the first dish I had, mushroom gnocchi was so flavorful and well seasoned. My favorite dish so far is the Norma - torchietti, perfectly seasoned fried eggplant, Sicilian ricotta, robust tomato sauce. Another big deal for me was the impressive wine selection. Not your typical Italian selections so many restaurants disappointingly offer. After eating at a number of "recommended" restaurants while visiting Toronto and being disappointed, I felt I had to write a review for what feel is one of the best, and now my favorite, restaurant in Toronto. If you enjoy quality food prepared by a passionate chef in a fun, energetic atmosphere, you should give this place a try. read more

Mindi C.

6 years ago

I had such high hopes and came out sorely disappointed. To start off we got bread and olive oil for $7. This was 5 slices of the butt end of the bread and they were SMALL. You can see from the picture. Granted there were 3 types of olive oil to dip, but they were in tiny dishes and they didn't even bring out the bottle to show you what they were. I understand that they don't have to give you a big portion, but when they are charging $7 you would hope you either get more slices or bigger slices that don't include the end piece that is literally the size of a third of your palm. Anyways moving on. I came for the gnocchi (Italian porcini & local mushrooms, heirloom carrots, cream, parmigiano cheese) and there's just one word for it - SALTY. Also they don't tell you on the menu that it's actually fried gnocchi which feels like a pretty important thing to note. We also came specifically for the pizza that had zucchini flowers on it and it was sold out. Note we were 1 of 2 tables there for dinner (covid times). So we decided to get a classic magherita instead. The pizza was nothing special at all and the crust was really dry. Tons of other places in toronto to have better pizza. Do not waste your money here. read more

Aurora L.

6 years ago

Ardo is such an amazing Toronto gem!! The owners are amazing and so accomodating and professional. I ordered a meal remotely for my parent's 60th birthday dinner. I ordered a few days ahead of time to make sure everything I was hoping to order was in stock. On Friday night they delivered the food promptly at 6pm as I had requested. My parents can both be picky eaters and I can say with total confidence that they thoroughly enjoyed and savoured EVERY last bite! I ordered them way too much food and they finished it all within the evening ;) they said the turbot was unreal, the beef short ribs fall off the bone, and the margherita pizza was just perfect! Oh and the cannolis with pistachios (that the staff were sweet enough to add a candle with) were just the perfect amount of sweetness! They were very responsive to my emails and I could not be more thrilled with the experience. Hats off to the chef ! read more

Diana D.

8 years ago

Thank you to the incredible staff @ardorestaurant. We had an incredible experience, especially sitting at the chef's table and watching the Masters work to create our incredible meals. Ardo is a MUST visit. We had the Etna pizza , polpo, acchiuge, panelle (Sicilian chick pea fritters...just like nonna makes), pasta con sarde (a Sicilian delicacy and my all time favorite pasta dish) and the bread, sausage and pasta is made in-house fresh from scratch!!!!! Chef/owner Roberto Malotta was so kind and hospitable, and even came over to tell us about the restaurant and check in on us. We felt like family. Well done! We cannot wait to come back. read more

Ava T.

10 years ago

My family and I ate at ARDO during their first week of opening. While they're still getting their ducks in a row (ie. my dad's meal came when we were halfway done eating - we had to start because it was taking so long), I would come back. The team was very friendly and apologetic for the delay, even taking the dish off the bill. The pasta was really delicious (both the ragu and the sausage orecchiette) and I would definitely order it again. The pizza was okay, but I likely would not get it again - there was nothing spectacular about it. read more

Adam M.

10 years ago

Chef Roberto Marotta's Sicilian menu will sate most any craving. One night you may marvel at the playful cantaloupe ribbons and nutty speck adorning the Mylae pizza; while another you'll be mesmerized by herb-crusted Nova Scotia swordfish atop a fresh pea puree and punctuated by blood orange segments (a recent special); and yet another you'll twirl forkful after forkful of fettuccine and a secret-spiced duck ragu. The menu traverses the island of Sicily, bringing regional seaside flavours to King East. read more

J M.

10 years ago

My coworker recommended this Ardo. I'm glad I went. Staff very friendly and the food was amazing. My favorite dish was the Melanzana (fried eggplant roll with caciocavallo cheese). Will be back soon to try other items on the menu. read more

Allan S.

10 years ago

Amazing Food! I was told by a good friend to eat here and i was VERY happy!!

Anna B.

10 years ago

Pretty good customer service, good food and delicious sour dough bread!

Edmond Y.

9 years ago

Amazing food, loved the design of the store. Great service too

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(94 reviews)

This place gets a solid 4.5/5 for its authentic southern Italian food and very friendly & attentive…read moreservice. It has a very homey, old-school Italian American restaurant ambience - the opposite of the stylish, hipster or touristy restaurant vibe. Apparently this restaurants gets a lot of regulars, and I could see why. As soon as you walk in, you feel like you're transported back to the 1960s with the red-and-white checkered tablecloths, red chairs, old-style wax candles, brick walls, and a large black-and-white photo of an Italian family on the wall (perhaps the founder or owner's?). I could see this place being a movie set for films that need an old, classic Italian American restaurant as a setting. In addition to the décor, I love the 1960s music being played in the background. Size-wise, the inside of the restaurant isn't that big so it feels very cozy. It can get very busy and crowded after 5 pm, as most people seem to come here for dinner. We came during lunch hour and we were the only patrons there. The southern Italian touches are very apparent in most of their dishes - with heavy reliance on olive oil, tomato-based sauces (especially in the fish and seafood dishes), fresh seafood, herbs, peppers, and vegetables such as eggplant. This is in contrast to northern Italian cuisine that is characterized by rich, creamy dishes using butter, lard, and cheeses, and puts more emphasis on rice, polenta, and meat-heavy dishes (where as seafood is more prevalent in the south). Dishes that we tried: 1) Baccala (Pan-Seared Black Cod) - This was the BEST and my favourite dish here. The black cod had a crispy exterior and flaky interior, and came with roasted mini potatoes and mixed vegetables (zucchini, red bell pepper, Brussels sprouts, eggplant) roasted with garlic -- such a well-rounded and wholesome dish. The roasted mini potatoes were so flavourful, and the vegetables had a nice char. I asked for the puttanesca sauce on the side, as the fish was already flavourful on its own without the sauce. But the sauce was better than I expected - it contained actual whole chunks of cherry tomatoes and olives. 2) Steamed Mixed Fish & Seafood in Tomato Sauce - This dish wasn't on the website menu, but it was on the printed menu in the restaurant. It reminded me of cioppino (Italian-American mixed seafood stew with tomato sauce, herbs, and spices). It came presented as wrapped inside aluminum tin foil, which the server then opened in front of us on the table with steam coming out. The fish was salmon, and seafood consisted of mussels and shrimps. This dish was just alright. For almost $50, there wasn't much seafood. 3) Pizza Funghi - I liked the very thin and crispy crust, and the sliced roasted mushrooms as toppings, but I wasn't a fan of the "truffled honey" they added on top of the pizza. I didn't taste any truffle, and the honey made it very sweet. Not a fan of sweet pizza. 4) SIDES: Rapini, Brussels Sprouts, Mushrooms - They got bonus points for being able to customize the sides. They didn't have asparagus that day, so they substituted it for steamed Brussels sprouts with garlic instead - which was heavenly. The Brussels sprouts weren't overcooked at all, and they were generous with the garlic (anything with extra garlic gets extra thumbs up from me). The rapini came out chopped with a side of lemon wedge. Mushrooms weren't on the menu as a side, but we asked and they were able to make a simple side of just mushrooms. Overall the vegetables got 9/10. The chef was very friendly as he came out and talked to us. The server was extremely attentive. Great service overall.

Nice local Italian restaurant that is enjoyed by us locals as well as those who come down for shows…read moreat the St Lawrence ctr for the arts and the Meridian Hall as well as sports fan here for games. They have a great stock of wines and an impressive drink list that we don't get to enjoy as we can't handle drinks these days. We do enjoy the food and the friendly service immensely tho. Lots of options for shareable apps; excellent options on pizzas and pastas; and I am always impressed with their mains (as someone that has to limit carbs, options can be limited at some Italian restos). They are also understanding of reasonable diet requests. They have gluten-free options as well. It is more of a "quiet" restaurant in terms of the clientele chatter, at least for the times I was there, so I can hear the music they play ("oldies"!!!!)

La Forchetta

3.9

(60 reviews)

Straight outta a love story, this white cloth fine dining establishment was the venue for our…read moreValentine's Day celebration. With genuine Italian wait staff and an expansive award winning wine selection this place set the mood for an evening to remember. What She Had: 1. Sicilian Rolls 2. Linguine with Black Tiger Shrimps & P.E. I. Mussels 3. Tiramisu What I had: 1. Fior' di Latte Caprese Salad 2. Risotto Funghi 3. Double Baked Chocolate Cake Their careful staff had us seated and eating in no time even with the restaurant packed. She started with her Sicilian Rolls. We nearly licked the plate clean. The sauce was the highlight of the plate. The shredded carrots had a sweet vinaigrette that balanced the crunch texture of the pastry rolls. Loved it! 5/5 For me, my Caprese Salad was arranged delicately. The flavours had good balance. There was tang, some sour, some bitter from the arugula and topped with light aged balsamic oil dressing. 3.5/5 The mains were a sight to behold. Both were generously portioned and arranged tastefully. The highlights of the Linguine was the seafood. It was my first time trying mussels and I was surprised! Not usually a fan of seafood but this was pleasant. She throughly enjoyed the tiger shrimp in tomato sauce and al dente spaghetti. 4.5/5 My Risotto was heavy. In a good way. Rich texture, steaming hot; the mushroom flavour really POPPED. Just a sprinkle of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese over it all to tie it all together. Altogether satisfying. 4/5 The desserts! We scarfed them down. The tiramisu did not resemble the traditional variety, however the flavour and plating were just dedacent. The cream over the soft base was just the right combination! 5/5 The double baked chocolate cake was nothing special. Plating made it look good. Chocolate was chocolatey. What more can I say? 3/5 We were last out the door enjoying the evening. A sweet romantic spot that will have your date sufficiently wooed for any occasion. Will recommend and look forward to coming back. Thanks to the wait staff, chefs and hosts! Overall 4.2/5

La Forchetta is located off College right in the heart of Little Italy. A bit underwhelming upon…read morefirst walking in... intimate smaller setting that might need some minor updating. Food - Good variety on the menu especially the appetizer section. Started with the Rosemary Bread which was done well and a nice touch. Baked Goat Cheese Portobello Cap was probably the best dish I had. Very tasty and just the right mix between the ingredients. Pan Seared Sea Scallops were good but fairly small portion size. Seafood Linguine was OK... it is a staple on most Italian restaurant menus and although decent... nothing that would stand out from other places. Spicier sauce than most seafood linguine. Service - Fairly attentive server but hard to gauge given I was one of the only ones in the restaurant at the time. Environment - Definitely more of a date night kind of place... lighter in daytime/dusk... dark at night. Just a side note I felt the tablecloths were a bit worn and could use a cleaning. I would rate it 3.5 stars if Yelp had that option.

Grazie Ristorante

4.0

(577 reviews)