Favorite restaurant in Oakville. The red sauce and infused olive oil are, by themselves, worth the…read moretrip. Seriously, the red sauce is the best I've ever had. It makes the mussels and all pasta dishes that use it amazing.

The food was excellent. We went for my birthday as this is our favorite special occasion place to…read morego. The did not offer me a free dessert. They told me that they would put a candle in what ever I order. It was very disappointing as there were 6 people and we did spend a lot of money. I would think twice about going there for a special occasion.

I first came during Summerlicious 2024 and they weren't serving their regular menu, so I HAD to…read morereturn to experience their tried & true dishes. We've dined indoors and in their outdoor covered patio - overall a romantic traditional space and I particularly liked that the patio was secluded with greenery, white glass framed windows, and had the sounds of the trickling small water fountain. We ordered some appies: -Escargot Tartan (interesting to try, texture and taste similar to a denser mushroom) -Stracciatella & Caviar (rich and creamy balanced with the salty bursts of caviar) -Pain au lait (the brioche was nice and fluffy) Mains: -Nova Scotia lobster linguine bisque (initially didn't look like there were a lot of lobster meat, but in between the pasta were some generous chunks) -Ribeye (I thought the potato tart component stood out with the textures!!) Then dessert: -Seasonal mille feuille (great, no notes) Overall - I felt like I was transported to a French upscale inn and would love to come back. Next time, we were recommended their foie gras, scallops & frog legs, and Sole Meunière (fish dish meant for 2 people where the server carves it in front of you - I did notice the fish appeared pretty small. Maybe an option if you wanted a lighter main)

That farmhouse setting is still what gives Auberge its charm. Standing at the entrance, the busy…read moreroads and office towers seem to disappear, replaced by a calm, almost country-like atmosphere. The dining room feels cozy yet elegant, and while the tables are a little closer together than expected for such a refined space, it somehow adds warmth rather than distraction. Comfort arrives immediately with the amuse-bouche - gougères filled with molten cheese and topped with a touch of ham. They're incredibly satisfying, yet surprisingly light despite the rich filling. If that's not enough indulgence, order the pain au lait ($16). Served piping hot, the soft buttery bread releases an intoxicating aroma that becomes even better slathered with cultured butter. It's the kind of bread that makes you accidentally eat far more than intended. After such a rich start, I expected the boeuf consommé ($30) to continue in the same comforting direction. Instead, the broth carried an unexpected acidity, perhaps from the smoked celeriac, that gave it a lighter feel. Alongside the raw squash and generous barley, the soup ended up feeling fresher than cozy. Thankfully, the short rib and caramelized onion raviolo was excellent: plump, perfectly cooked, and packed with flavour. The rib eye in the boeuf ($90) was the standout of the evening. Cooked to a beautiful medium rare, it was tender while still maintaining a lovely crust. Interestingly, the steak was cut thick and compact, almost resembling a tenderloin, yet still delivered the marbled richness that makes rib eye so satisfying. Every accompaniment worked well with it, from the sourdough crumble and pomme espuma to the pickled shallot gel, crunchy broccolini, and silky red wine jus. It's one of the better mains I've had at Auberge in years. At this point, I was stuffed (we may have had a second helping of pain au lait) so I sampled desserts from the rest of the table. The macarons ($25) are ideal for sharing, with six per order. The caramel flavour was denser than expected, though my fellow diners assured me the pistachio version was far superior. Auberge's cheese plate ($14 per oz) remains a popular option. Diners can choose from a selection of hard, soft, and blue cheeses, priced by weight. My husband selected a Beemster-style cheese that paired beautifully with honey, berry compote, and crostini. Simple, but very satisfying. Surprisingly, the restaurant was fairly quiet on our Friday night visit aside from a birthday celebration happening in the private dining room. The calmer atmosphere likely helped service shine. Something about Auberge feels more relaxed now. The dining room is brighter, tables are grouped closer together in the centre, and the overall vibe feels livelier and less stuffy than before. Our waiter joked comfortably with guests while still delivering polished service. At one point, a server even cut garlic bread into bite-sized pieces for a child at a neighbouring table without being asked. Small gestures like that say a lot.

This was an absolutely delightful surprise on our last day in Toronto. We were wondering around…read morelooking for a restaurant that wasn't absolutely packed and came across this little gem, which was largely empty. We looked at one another and figured, why not? The decor didn't exactly inspire confidence. It seemed very old and stodgy and we were honestly expecting the worst. Some sort of chicken fried steak, maybe? The service was delightful. I believe it was the chef's wife. She was charming, knowledgeable and did not lead us astray. The food? Magical. It's an Asian-French fusion which was unexpectedly modern and completely at odds with the feel of the restaurant. Plate after plate of delicious goodness from the chef's tasting menu. We're still talking about it months later. It may not look fancy, but take a chance on this place. The food is unusual and special and the chef is clearly passionate about his craft.

We had not been there for a while. They are still very good. And they changed their menu. Service…read moreis still friendly and very good. Very good price for quality of food.

Small, cozy, vibrant restaurant with a French prix fixe menu (for dinner at least); with a fixed…read moremenu and a revolving set of specials (soup of the day, fish of the day etc). The prix fixe is available as 2 course or 3 course, with a slightly lower cost for 3 course vegetarian. There is also a fairly extensive cocktail and wine menu. We went with 2, 2 course meals, sharing the appetizer and dessert. For the appetizer we had the "Feuilleté au Chèvre", a baked potato, leek and goats cheese pastry with a side garden salad. The salad was well dressed, with a great mustard based dressing. The tart was perfectly composed, great balance of pastry, vegetables and cheese. For the entrees, we had the "Magret de Canard" and "Coq au Vin". Both were excellent - perfectly cooked, and great accompaniments; but the red wine sauce with the chicken was the standout. For dessert we shared the "Clafoutis aux Poires", pears baked in thin layers of pastry with vanilla ice cream. It was freshly baked, and not too sweet - so a great end to the dinner. The overall service was great - well timed, not over bearing and friendly. This is a great place for the the special occasion or treat;

My husband and I arrived to Le Baratin on a Saturday evening with a reservation. Unbeknownst to my…read morehusband, he selected "inside or outside". We were disappointed to be sat outside by rushing traffic, but our server (perhaps also the owner) looked like he could tell our disappointment and said he would try to help. I mentioned this wasn't the vibe for our Anniversary dinner I was hoping. One move inside to bar stools, two glasses of champagne on the house and another move to a table later, we finally got the cozy dinner vibe we had anticipated. We selected the 3 course dinner and were not disappointed. After a questionable decision to not eat lunch but have snacks, we weee understandably starving. The tomato tart and salad were delicious. The duck was rich, flavorful and came with a decadent sauce. My husband was also impressed with his steak frites followed by chocolate mousse. I enjoyed my cheesecake back at our hotel. In all, this was a great dinner and a great save by our server, you can tell he just really wanted to make sure we have a nice dinner for our anniversary. It is quite a small restaurant so I know they were absolutely doing the best they could. Cheers!

We have been meaning to check out this restaurant for a while and recently did so for a…read morecelebration. We made reservations ahead of time but it wasn't necessary as we were the only one of two tables when we arrived. We were promptly seated and service was excellent throughout the night. We started with the artichoke salad and the chef pate. This was followed by almond sole and the orange duck. Each dish was meticulously prepared ( I've never had my carrots bundled so neatly before). I really liked both mains. The atmosphere is a bit dated, but still nicely maintained, clean and tidy.

Very high prices, for example $27.00 for a basic Cesar salad). The food was quite mediocre and…read moreservice very slow for a place that was practically empty on the evening we ate there. Not worth the money.

We came to FK for our fifth wedding anniversary during Snowmageddon 2026! Making a reservation is…read morevery easy, and actually involves speaking to Shawn, Frank's wife to confirm. Shawn still uses a reservation book and personally handles all reservations from booking to walking them out the door at the end of the night. We made our reservation 1 week in advance for Friday night, and there were still a few prime time seating's to be booked. We arrived, excited for a night of beautiful wine, interesting cocktails, and mouth-watering food. All of that happened along with great service and wonderful conversation. We each started with a scallop and some delicious homemade sourdough bread! Any restaurant of this caliber nails the opening bread, and I never feel confident enough to ask for me - next time I will because FK's was fantastic. We then shared the oxtail fagottini and enjoyed the rich filling and deep savory broth it came with. I had the Ontario Lamb Rack & Loin, which was actually lamb 4 ways, including a lamb head croquette. My husband had the striploin and frites. Both meals were spectacular and cooked to our temperature preferences, but mine takes the cake for presentation! For dessert, I had a wonderful key lime dessert with a coconut cake, and savored every last crumb. Our server paired my lamb with a beautiful glass of red wine, and was extremely personable. We would absolutely return again, for all the reasons above. FK deserves all the accolades they've won and then some!

I don't usually write reviews.. But I had such a wonderful experience at FK Restaurant. From the…read moreappetizers all the way through dessert, I genuinely enjoyed every single dish. The menu beautifully blends French cuisine with subtle Asian inspiration. The flavors complemented each other in a way that felt refined yet comforting. Each course felt carefully composed, with great attention to flavor, texture, and presentation. It's rare to leave a restaurant feeling impressed by every dish, but FK really delivered from start to finish. I'll definitely be back. We ordered the tasting menu which was around $220 per person. ( prepaid required )

This is a wonderful French restaurant on Harbord Street. Please note there are limited tables…read morethere, so reservations are almost especially on the weekends. Expect a lively vibe, it can be quite loud with all the folks talking, and the tables are quite close together. Have to say the food was really wonderful for the most part. There was only one item which I kind of was mixed on but love the sauces they were not overly heavy, but instead incredibly flavorful. It's not just French food. They did have some Italian items on the menu - think Continental. The wait staff are very good, and they replaced plates and cutlery between each course and wipe the table. They were most attentive and very knowledgeable about the items on the menu. Most people seem to be having the potato croquettes with the cream, fresh and caviar. So we did start with that. Then we had the Masa Luna pasta that was stuffed with smoked eggplant, absolutely wonderful. Then we shared the sable fish with tomato, and the steak with roasted kale and grapes. We ended with a blueberry crème tart. Definitely some great innovation in the dishes. The only thing I will say was that while most folks did get the potato croquettes with caviar (us included), I personally found that this was not as flavorful as what I would've expected it to be. And it's a fairly pricey item on the menu. I expect caviar to have a little bit more of a kind of salty seafood flavor and it just seemed very bland to me. There are definitely other compliments that you could add to those potato croquettes, which were really quite wonderful. I will say that the rest of the meal was wonderful and very enjoyable. I definitely would go back and enjoy a meal there again as all around in general, it was a great experience. Being on Harbord near Spadina, parking is very limited, so either get there by rideshare or take transit. It's just steps from the Spadina Streetcar stop.

At first we weren't sure if we found the restaurant but a very subtle sign next to the front door…read morehad its name. They share their location with a guitar lesson school. The staff were very welcoming from beginning to end in this very tiny restaurant. They could barely squeeze a washroom on the way to the kitchen and behind the bar. We ordered two entrees. The pasta dish with seafood and the beef dish. The beef dish was good but it was more of an appetizer than an entree. The pasta was equally good but again on the small size. We decided to order another entree, the steak tartare. Pretty good. Also, asked for some bread. It came with some seasoned butter and tiny cornichons. Tasty. We ordered two desserts, the chocolate ganache and the pear brûlée. Both were very good. Sadly, hot beverages are not available at Dreyfus. The server apologized for this lack of availability. We never had an issue hearing each other so the noise level was acceptable but we did arrive very early in the evening. The lighting is dim and 60s and 70s music is plain the background. Dreyfus is named after the famed Alfred Dreyfus and the political antisemitic scandal in France in the late 1800s. Yes, there are French items on the menu including wines but any connection to the Jewish Dreyfus experience is non-existent. Parking is at a premium. Lots of local traffic. One negative that is not related to the restaurant but its location is surrounded by cannabis stores. They openly have customers using their products outdoors which encourages a detour for those wishing to avoid second-hand drug use.

Stopped by for brunch and thought overall it was pretty good…read more - Marinated Mussels: Strong marinade, ok plumpness. - Pate en Croute: Richly decadent, yet not overwhelmingly so. - French Onion Soup: Star dish of the meal with its strong broth. Would have liked a bit more of that lovely gruyere cheese. - Steak and Frites: A bit disappointing, as I would have liked it a bit more tender and flavourful. Fries were fairly standard. - Smoked Trout Benedict: Liked how smoky the trout was. Vibe is friendly and casual vibe. Kitchen was really slow. Prices are on the higher end for brunch, but you pay up for the atmosphere. Overall, a pretty good spot to visit.

I've been to Chantecler twice now and both times the service was A+. They are attentive,…read moreaccommodating, and always giving solid recs. It's probably one of my favourite French restaurants in Toronto right now. We always end up ordering the same things because... why mess with a good thing: oysters, scallop crudo, steak tartare, the half duck, dry-aged ribeye, fish (usually cod or salmon), and whatever seasonal veggies they're offering. I won't pretend I'm an expert on French cuisine, but flavour-wise, Chantecler did great. Their steak tartare is easily in my top 5 at the moment. The half duck is also my favorite here, with dry-aged duck breast + duck confit leg and both cooked beautifully. The jus adds a little tangy note that cuts through the richness of the duck so well. And when I find myself randomly craving their tartare and duck dish... yeah, that's my cue to go back again, probably soon.