Trattoria Mercatto brings a warm, modern take on Italian dining right into the heart of the Eaton…read moreCentre. The space feels stylish yet relaxed, making it a comfortable stop for taking a break from shopping or meeting someone for a casual meal. With its open, lively atmosphere, friendly service and polished design, it strikes a nice balance between everyday dining and something a little special. The menu focuses on classic Italian dishes--fresh pastas, pizzas, salads, and comforting mains--paired with a solid wine list. We ordered "Beets & Ricotta" and "pollo alla Diavola". The food was well-presented and mostly delicious, but a bit too salty.

The food is great and the pizza dough is thin, soft and chewy!…read more Great to come for happy hour as it's half price for the pizza!

The service here was quick and efficient. They are a very busy spot…read more The ambiance is average, it is a bit cramped inside and there is a good amount of seating, however you may have to wait for a table, fortunately we did not. The food itself was fantastic. Delicious soup dumplings, and really good spinach dumplings as well. We loved everything we ordered and were super happy with the food we had. There were many options between all of the restaurants around and we were not disappointed.

If you're craving authentic, delicious dumplings in Toronto, Juicy Dumpling is the place to go!…read moreLocated in the heart of Chinatown on Spadina Ave, this cozy little gem offers an extensive variety of dumplings, both steamed and fried, that are filled to perfection. The pork and chive dumplings are a standout, bursting with flavor and topped with a savory soy dipping sauce. While the menu is simple, the quality of the food more than makes up for it. The atmosphere is no-frills, but don't let that fool you--the dumplings are definitely the star here. The service is quick and efficient, perfect for grabbing a bite in between exploring the bustling streets of Alexandra Park. If you're in the area and want a taste of traditional Chinese dumplings at a reasonable price, Juicy Dumpling should be at the top of your list!

P2 Thai Chicken Wings - The chicken wings were okay, quite fragrant…read more P3 Chef Nuit's Pad Thai - The stir-fried noodles were on the sour side, not highly recommended. P4 Pad Gra Prow - The best dish! We chose mild spicy, which wasn't spicy at all. P5 Khao Soi - Golden noodles, very delicious, the coconut milk flavor permeated the noodles, and the meat was quite tender. P6 Pad See Ew - It tasted like wide rice noodles, delicious! We chose beef and extra shrimp. P7 Coconut Sorbet - Coconut milk ice cream, not bad, a little too sweet, and had a little bit of coconut meat. Mango Sticky Rice - The mango sticky rice was average, nothing particularly delicious. P8 Thai Iced Tea - A little sweet and a little too sweet. Fresh Coconut Water - Very refreshing and fresh coconut water. Compared to other Thai restaurants in Toronto, this one was the best!

Stir-fried rice noodles with fried chicken wings. The noodles are cooked perfectly--never mushy,…read morenever dry. Crushed peanuts and green onions are sprinkled just right, and a squeeze of lime adds a nice tang. The chicken wings have a crispy skin that's not too heavy.

The menu changes every two weeks, with fresh ingredients chosen seasonally. The quality is…read moreexcellent and the restaurant is still busy even at 9 PM, showing how popular it is. Service is attentive, and the no-tips policy makes the experience more relaxed and enjoyable. The appetizer, a slow-cooked egg, is a standout. The onsen egg paired with corn cheese sauce, crispy Italian lard, and sourdough is aromatic and layered with flavors. Every bite has a perfect balance of textures. The confit salmon has a texture between raw and medium, tender and delicate without being dry. The dry-aged steak is juicy and flavorful, with rich fat and aroma that lingers beautifully. Overall, the six-course menu is well thought out, each dish showing the chef's attention to detail and care for flavors. The experience was very satisfying, the environment comfortable, and the service professional and welcoming.

The ingredients were very fresh, all selected according to the season. Even at 9 pm, the restaurant…read morewas still packed, showing its popularity. And they don't accept tips, which is very wallet-friendly, haha. The appetizer, the sous-vide egg, was very unique. The combination of a soft-boiled egg, cheese and corn sauce, Italian pork lard crisps, and sour dough was an explosion of flavor--a rich and complex experience in both texture and taste. The confit salmon had a texture between raw and medium-rare, not dry at all, but not as raw as sashimi. The dry-aged steak was incredibly tender and juicy! Every bite was bursting with the aroma of the fat. The six courses cost a total of 115 pence, and the servers didn't neglect the guests despite the lack of a tipping policy.

**Raw Beef Slices:** A combination of raw beef slices, feta cheese, mushrooms, and…read morechives--absolutely delicious! **Grilled Octopus:** Grilled octopus The octopus is grilled to perfection, neither overcooked nor mushy, with a satisfyingly chewy texture. **Kale Salad:** Kale with roasted pine nuts, served with lemon vinaigrette--a super rich and delicious salad! **Mushroom Creamy Pasta:** A must-try! Creamy mushroom truffle pasta!! Wide noodles coated in a super rich black truffle and mushroom sauce--absolutely delicious. Eat it while it's hot, as it gets a bit too oily when it cools down. Highly recommended! **Tiramisu:** Generous portion, silky smooth texture, slightly moist.

Recommended. Di…read moreSipio Setterose, $89. Pink, tart. Good. Carpaccio with egg, mushrooms. Different and good. Pizza - pepperoni. Losts of pepperoni with a light honey drizzle. Super thin crust. Yummy. Our waitress (from Genova, Italia) was skillful and freindly + sat upstairs with glass roof + cannot hear music + flatware - Browne, hefty - noisy - paper napkins $185.15 CAD for dinner for 2, including tax and tip

Well, I had just moved back to Toronto, and had forgotten how much I hated the Dundas Square area,…read morelol. Wow. It says a lot when the nicest place that I could find in the area was a Joey's. Anyway, I sat at the bar and had a calming beverage and ordered their fish tacos. The bartender was very welcoming. All the ingredients in the dish were good, but somehow the salad and the tacos did not taste that great... the ratios were all off, a bit too much gloop and really unharmonious. A shame, because they had everything to make this a good dish! But, it's a Joey's, so my expectations are low. The place was an oasis of calm compared to the cacophony of Yonge & Dundas Square outside, so they're still getting 4 stars out of me!

Joey is open till 1am during the weekdays and makes it a perfect spot for late-night bites. They…read morealso offer Happy Hour menu 9pm till closing. The space has a warm, stylish feel with multiple seating areas, including a lounge, bar, and private dining options. The menu is globally inspired, offering everything from shareable starters to mains, along with cocktails, wine, and a popular daily happy hour. This location is popular for its upbeat atmosphere and convenient downtown setting; which makes it perfect for meeting friends, grabbing a meal before a show, or relaxing after shopping at the Eaton Centre. We visited here late at night during the weekdays, but even though it wasn't busy, we had to wait longer than expected to be seated. The staff were friendly and apologetic about this. We ordered our drinks and shareable from the Happy Hour and enjoyed them.

Though it costs $36 CAD, the breakfast buffet here is everything you could ever want. Omelettes…read moremade to order, great breakfast potatoes, pastries, a rotation of benedicts including a delicious short rib benedict... even the service is top notch.

Great place inside the Marriott to eat, re-group and relax after day tours and shopping! We stopped…read morein after checking in and had the Fish and chips (split order) made with fresh Pickerel. Ambience is great, place is clean and nice music playing. Tables and booths were very spacious and done overlook a beautiful church courtyard. They have a limited menu as it's a hotel but they do cover all the bases of all categories and have varied items. Breakfast features omelette bar along with a the other basics. Quality and consistency is very good by hotel standards.

Delicious food , nice service, friendly atmosphere . Clean…read morearea. Very delicious and fresh cold drink.

It was my first time at this downtown Landwer's location, and it was strikingly similar to the…read moreNorth Toronto location (same relaxed service, same menu, same shortage of washroom stalls). Some reviewers complained about the loudness, but, compared to many other downtown locations, Landwers was a medium level of noise, and we were able to converse. It was not excessively busy, but if you are set on eating here, then make a reservation. I finally tried the Sinia Kebab, and it was tremendously good! It was also huge, and I had to take half of it home with me. The focaccia bread is excellent, and serves as a sort of bowl for this deconstructed kebab. My husband had his usual Cobb Salad, which he thinks is particularly well done at Landwer's. Our other dining companion had schnitzel, which came with some angel hair pasta. He enjoyed it very much. Service is, as I said above, "relaxed". If you are planning to see a concert or show afterwards, then plan ample time to allow the relaxed service to unfold (a.k.a this is not fast food!!) We had a 6:00 reservation, and we were able to make our 7:30 concert time with about 10 minutes to spare. The University location is conveniently located near Thompson Hall, the subway, and Union Station (Via Rail and Go).

Chefs Hall offers a wide variety of options, and I enjoyed the ramen and some small dishes I tried…read more The space is bright and modern, but it can get crowded during lunch hours. Service was polite, though a bit slow at times. Overall, a solid spot for a casual meal downtown

Lots of choices and food was amazing! There was trivia going on while we were there and it just…read moreadded some fun to the evening!

Located at TMU where Yonge St meets Elm Street, east side of Yonge. It shares its space with TasteT…read moreHouse (a local bbt spot). Usually when I visit on weekdays either around lunch hours of 1-3 or after work 5-8, there's only 1 person ahead of me. Basil Box has a special place in my heart. I've been visiting several of their locations since they first started out in Toronto. It's one of my go-to spots when I need something that feels like healthier fast food. Most of my orders turned out to be terrible combinations full of regret that were totally my fault. For one order, I asked them to cover my BYOB in Thai Chilis, not realizing how spicy it was, and spent the whole meal crying inside their store while their staff looked on. During my most recent visit, I was lucky and realized maybe Peanut Sauce is the key to the BYOB. I got their Tofu curry walk in daily special for ~$11. It was so good, I was really surprised. The portion was enough to stretch to a 2nd meal. Although weirdly the rice hardened so I ended up throwing those leftovers away...:( Their Thai iced tea is OK. I feel every other BBT spot makes it better. Theirs is a bit watery. I tried their new satay fries. It's just fries seasoned with some satay seasoning powder (if you add on an egg to your dish, know you're literally getting a sunny side up egg with that powder on top). I thought it was too salty, and had to drown it out with other food items. They have a partnership with Wong's ice cream so I definitely recommend trying those pints out. Lots of different seating, good if you're alone or with friends. It's also relatively quiet; you could probably get away with studying or working remotely here.

Food was one big clump of tasteless noodles. Ordered…read moreshrimp pad Thai medium spice And chicken Pad Thai no spice. Completely reversed order Paid $35 for a meal we couldn't even eat. Guy serving us was really nice tho.