the oysters are divine. I myself, as an oyster first-timer, was able to enjoy possibly the greatest…read moremeal I have ever had in my entire life.

Fresh oysters and great ambiance!…read more Walked in here while waiting for a bar next door and was pleasantly surprised with this restaurant! It was full when I walked in for a party of 2 and was greeted by a man who was very enthusiastic about the restaurant. We quickly learned afterwards that he was indeed the owner of the restaurant when he showed us his Oyster Boy tattoo - adorable! We got seated quickly after and ordered a drink and 6 oysters. The waitress forgot to put in my oyster order so when my partner was almost done with his beer, I still didn't have my oysters yet. Not a problem since we were waiting for a another location anyway. But boy, when the oyster came - it did not disappoint! The oysters were freshly shucked, came with the best sauces and was exactly what I needed for the night. Can't wait to come back here again for more oysters! The ambiance and vibe here is great - filled with locals!

I'm a regular at several local Toronto restaurants - Lyla included - and I realized I should start…read morecontributing semi regular reviews as I appreciate how important they are for prospective customers. I have consistently supported Lyla since their opening a couple of years ago. I have taken my girlfriend for date nights, sat at the bar own my own to enjoy a cocktail or bowl of pasta (or both), had a quick mother/son drink, hosted my Dad and my girlfriend for a more formal dinner, and even encouraged my girlfriend to organize a girls night there. The service has consistently been thoughtful and on point. The cocktails are excellent; the wine list dynamic/good for pairing. And the food, particularly the pasta dishes, is excellent. 5+ stars all around. Cheers, Max

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!

Oysters! I have…read morewalked past this restaurant for 10 years saying I'm going to check it out one day and i finally made it happen! We were seated at the bar and got to watch all the actions. We tries a various different type of oysters and decided that the east coast ones were our favourite! Definitely will return here again.

I visited Rodneys after a 10 year hiatus. Its still the same bustling oyster joint it always was. A…read morefun place to have a beer and some oysters and seafood. Great service.

The dining atmosphere is very pleasant. The seafood is…read moreexceptionally fresh--the oysters and crudos stood out in particular. The main courses are flavorful with beautiful presentation. Some of the sauces and seasonings were a bit heavy, making a few dishes taste stronger than I expected. The drinks are well-crafted, though a few cocktails were on the sweeter side and not entirely to my taste. Service is attentive and polite, though the pace can feel a little formal at times. Overall, it's a wonderful spot for a special night out, just keep in mind that some dishes have bolder flavors

Prime seafood palace is seriously next level! The restaurant is clean; and super pretty! The inside…read morelooks like you're in a luxurious lobster trap. PSP did not miss on any details. The even had fresh candles burning in the bathroom. Our server Daniel was one of a kind, he made us feel like we were regulars; and he was incredibly knowledgeable. He had recommendations for everything and answered all of our questions with grace. Now let's get to the good part. The FOOD! We started with caviar, lobster pasta, scallops, and bacon, from there we moved on to the main - The Australian wagyu and the prime rib was the best meal I've ever had. It was cooked to perfection. And so tender. Accompanying the meet, we had some mashed potatoes; palace potatoes which are 26 layers of potato, and mushrooms.

Went to Maxime's for drinks and dinner and honestly the spicy vodka rigatoni is still living in my…read morehead. We ordered a bunch of things to share and the table ended up being full pretty quickly. Rock shrimp to start, truffle fries with truffle aioli, a wagyu caesar salad, half roasted chicken, and king oyster mushrooms. Everything was good, but the rigatoni completely stole the show. Creamy, spicy, perfectly cooked pasta and one of those dishes where you keep going back for another bite even when you're already full. Drinks were solid too. The Pornstar Martini and the Hot & Bothered were both great and fit the vibe of the place. The space feels polished but still lively, especially around the bar. Definitely the kind of spot that works for a night out, drinks with friends, or a late dinner. If you go, do not skip the spicy vodka rigatoni. I would come back just for that.

Great date night spot. My wife and I went for our anniversary' dinner in Toronto. The place is…read morehidden so just look for the sign. The ambiance walking in is astounding with all the lighting. It's dim but they have cool light show during dinner. It's a small place but the food was top tier. Sea bass was phenomenal! Get the whole sea bass and thank me later. The sizzling shrimp was great but they only give you 5. Those truffle mashes potatoes melt in your mouth like butter. The service was a little slow but the food made up for it. It looks like the restaurant turns into a night club later in the night. Great place

Came here for the first time. My partner tried a different location and kept telling me about it…read more Decided to come here today. We got there around 5ish. The place itself was pretty empty. They had a large seating area. Only 2 tables plus us. The food came fairly quickly. They have a sauce bar and with some fruits there. I found the menu to be pretty small. A lot of it were like filler food. Like spam, different types of balls. It was mostly just beef or seafood. The beef didn't taste as tender as other places we been to before. It actually tastes quite dry. Our server also never really came around. We had to wait till someone comes around. Another weird thing that they do is add a mandatory 12% tips onto your bill. They do tell you before hand, but it felt obligated when it's forced onto the bill. Super weird

Matsutei Sukiyaki offers comforting Japanese hot pit in a warm and cozy atmosphere. They offer both…read moreAYCE hot pot and à la carte. There's also AYCE drink option available. You can choose between many varieties of fresh ingredients: noodles and rice, vegetables, seafood, meat and broths. The sauce station makes crafting your own sauce easy and enjoyable. We visited for a weekday dinner and ordered the "Premium Set AYCE" and enjoyed the delicious hot pot and the vibes. For dessert, you can order soft serve ice cream and "Hanami Dango". The staff are friendly and guide you through the experience. The service is fast and efficient.

Located on King Street in the theatre district, this is a place that has a vibe of typical chain…read morerestaurant but I'm not sure if there are any other locations. We came around 5 pm and chose to just get shareable items before our show. Menu is burgers, salad, pasta, steak and seafood etc., most with lobster in the food description. Service is very good. When we arrived we were offered a complimentary glass of Chardonnay and during dinner we were check in on at least 3 times with once being the manager of the evening. What was ordered: Chicken sliders - 3 to an order; just okay, nothing spectacular LBB nachos - drizzled with lobster cheese sauce but no actual pieces of lobster; nacho chips seem old Lobster Mac and Cheese ($36.00) - you can taste bits of lobster in the dish but flavor wise was nothing amazing. The service made this place a 4, otherwise based on food alone? I would have ranked a 3.

The weekday lunch buffet has no burgers & definitely no lobster, but it's only $23 & has roast…read morebeef. The food was a Mish Mash of cuisines & different from the usual menu. All dishes were at least pretty tasty. Even the sushi was pretty good (this is not a sushi place) & the seaweed was the crispest I've had at a buffet. Roast beef was not the best cut but was tender & medium rare. At this price there's nothing to complain about. The biggest surprise was the roasted peppers which were really tender & had a great grill flavour. Potato salad with white balsamic dressing was good too with firm potatoes & a novel dressing. The fried rice was Japanese style so don't expect Chinese style. Stuffed basa had a good flavour & balance. The toppings didn't overpower the fish yet were not so weak that you only tasted the fish. Even the deep fried items (shrimp & wings) were good - not the usual buffet cheap crap. The only flaw was the desserts, eg the cream puff was a little dry. The tanghulu came out slowly but was not worth waiting for - the fruit was too big & the candy layer too soft & too thick.

Second visit to this French spot in Toronto and still loving it Petit Banana…read more The standout of the night was definitely the steak . They use Jacob & Co dry-aged, which is a bit fatty so it can get rich if you eat too much. Best to share with a group. The Mummy was our second order. The fish is very tender, and the salt coating on the outside really infuses flavor. The beef tartare was also excellent. The little fries on top paired with the beef added a great texture contrast. Foie gras came with grilled pineapple , which was a really creative touch. At the raw bar, we tried oysters . First time having New Brunswick oysters honestly, nothing too special, but still enjoyable .

came here to celebrate my partner residency match! la banane is one of the best french spots in…read moretoronto in my opinion. the menu specializes in raw seafood, so we ensured to get both the mussels and scallop. my favourite dish overall was the roasted maitake mushroom, while my partner's was the lamb neck. a lot of the dishes we ordered had heavy creams as the base of their sauces so we got pretty full by the end. i would recommend getting 5 dishes if you're coming as a pair. our server was so friendly and helpful. we were eating for a good 2.5 hours and we never felt rushed during our dinner. she also gave us complimentary champagne to celebrate the special occasion!

We were blown away by the experience handed to us by the capable staff at Abrielle last night with…read morea fine dining meal for our group of 5! I have been to the Sutton Place hotel many times since I have friends living in the condos there, but this was a first to settle in to this beautiful heritage building dining room and take in the ambiance and vibe. It's a great location being right at the corner of Blue Jays Way and King with a nice view of the streetscape through the large windows, yet set back comfortably from the action outside. The evening in January brought some fluffy lazy snow dropping out of the sky which added to the drama of the view and the added context for our meal extravaganza that was coming for us. Check out my photos for the menu items that we tried, all ordered a la carte and from the menu for January 2026 that I have also included in my review. When each dish arrives, the server describes what it is which is nice. But with a larger table, a typical noisy din on a busy Saturday evening, often diners can't hear or understand what was said. Some of us would appreciate if the servers would slow down, and make sure we heard more clearly what we were in store for with each amazing dish. Otherwise, our service was great! The asians at the table appreciated the tea served in the typical familiar glass teapots when I asked what they wanted to drink, knowing that they were not into beer or cocktails like westerners, or even the other typical non-alcoholic beverages available. That helped make them happy with hanging out for an extended time in the fine dining tradition. We did have to ask for the servers to keep the tea flowing to our table, since that is part of the idea and the shared experience that needed inclusivity. The server explained that the menu was a mediterranean sharing menu, so we felt like we were a family. The free flowing tea dove-tailed nicely with that theme. It was a bit of a learning experience for the Abrielle staff to see that hey, we needed more tea cups and more tea for everyone!! Not just the teetotallers in the group, us beer drinkers want to be included too : ) When we turned down the dessert options it was a nice VIP touch that they brought out a little bite of a matcha mousse sweet at the end which was super tasty! Fantastic and highly recommended.

We made a reservation for a Friday night to enjoy both the Happy Hour and Chef's Menu…read more The restaurant is located inside Sutton Place Hotel and has a warm and elegant atmosphere. The space is a blend of lounge, high tables and a stylish bar that really stands out. The staff are friendly and welcoming. We ordered Oysters and cocktails from the Happy Hour while we were getting ready for our 5-course Chef's Menu. Perfect way of starting my birthday dinner. The chef's menu features a delightful mix of Mediterranean-inspired dishes; full of flavour and beautifully presented. We enjoyed every bite and the dessert bites were the perfect finish to our meal. The delicious slice of Saffron Cheesecake was a delicious birthday surprise.

Went for Mother's Day brunch and it was 3-course prix fixed $60 per person which was a great price…read morefor what we got. Food and service was top notch. Their coffee is also very good.

We visited Alder for Sunday brunch and really enjoyed the experience. Located inside the Ace Hotel,…read moreAlder is known for its modern, Mediterranean-inspired menu and stylish, cozy atmosphere. The space feels warm and thoughtfully designed, making it a great spot for a relaxed brunch or a casual date. We had Cappuccino, "Tiramisu French Toast", and the "Dutch Baby Pancake". Everything tasted fresh and nicely prepared. The French toast had a rich dessert-like flavour, and the Dutch Baby was soft, slightly crispy on the edges, and very satisfying. The service is friendly and attentive. Reservations are highly recommended.