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    La Forchetta

    3.9 (60 reviews)
    PriceyItalian
    Closed 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Intimate
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    The steam mussels suck!!
    Yi W.

    Worst restaurants i'be ever been in Toronto so far!! Worst food and customer service!!! I went there during the taste of Italy, got the prix menu for 3 courses. I ordered the sparkling wine called berllini. After I finished like half of it, I saw there's a fruit bug in it. I pointed to the waiter, then the waiter took it away, returned with the ORIGIN one!!! He just took the bug out from the origin drink!!!!!!!! It's ridiculous!! The appetizer is HORRIBLE! I got the steam mussel, the quality is SO LOW. The meat is tiny and not fresh at all! Some of them are pretty smelly!!! The main course I got the trout. It's overcooked and tasteless. The mashed potato isn't smooth at all, my dining hall from college has much better mashed potato than here. The waiter totally forgot what I ordered for dessert!! He even brought us the dessert menu after the main course. The creme brûlée is ok. Won't come back ever again. And please stay away from this restaurant unless you want a bug drink, suck food and bad customer service.

    La Forchetta's Sicilian Rolls
    Christine R.

    In the midst of the Taste of Little Italy we were looking for somewhere to dine and to get a break from all the hustle and bustle in the streets. I took a quick glance at the menu posted out front and by the looks of how packed the restaurant was we decided to give it a try. The hostess advised it was at least a 20 minute wait for a table but I don't think it actually took that long. The restaurant itself is pretty small and tables are packed closely together however it has a very cozy vibe with it's dim lighting, dark wood tables and chairs and candle light on every table. At the back of the restaurant there is a bar off to the right and a window in the centre giving you a view into the kitchen. The front of the restaurant opens up onto the sidewalk and were lucky enough to score a table right in centre front! We had a very bubbly waitress and despite how busy and packed the restaurant was she never neglected us and kept our glasses of water full all night long. For drinks we started off with two glasses on white zinfandel. Next came there delicious crunchy and warm rosemary bread drizzled with olive oil which we finished in no time. For starters we decided on La Forchetta's Sicilian Rolls - stuffed w/ smoked mozzarella, roasted red peppers and fresh basil with a Chipotle-Roma tomato dipping sauce Taste like an italian version of a spring roll, with lots of gooey cheese and a spicy tomato dipping sauce Mains Cedar Plank Roasted Atlantic Salmon - w/ mixed lentils with baby spinach, whole cherry tomatoes and honey-Pommery mustard glaze The fish was cooked and seasoned perfectly. I loved the lentils with the cooked down tomatoes and baby dish. Beautiful and delicious fish dish. Finally onto dessert which we ordered respectively an Americano and Tea to go with. Twice-baked Warm Chocolate Cake - w/ a centre of warm chocolate ganache, topped with a Sicilian Vanilla gelato scoop and drizzled with a Belgium white chocolate sauce The cake was phenomenally good! Crispy outside breaking into it revealing a fudgey interior with a deliciously rich ganache spilling out paired with there creamy vanilla gelato definitely a winner! Overall a very enjoyable Italian meal with good service. Definitely worth checking out if your ever in the Little Italy area for some great Italian eats! FYI Washrooms are located down a steep set of stairs off in the back to the right, before the bar.

    The seared sea scallops entree. They melt in your mouth!
    Kalina S.

    I went here with a friend last night, and our entire meal was great! We got the three course price fixe for $30 and a pasta special. The salad on the price fixe menu was nothing to write home about, but the scallops, pasta special, and panna cotta were delicious! Every plate was clean when they came to pick them up. I should mention that my friend is Italian and he was quite impressed. As for ambience, the restaurant is small, so if it were packed you might be uncomfortably close to the table next to you, but we continually remarked that it was so nice to be able to hear the person at our table and carry on a conversation. I was actually pretty shocked that it wasn't busier at 8pm on a Friday night, but that worked out well for us!

    Fungi Shiitake, Polenta Calda & Crema di Balsamico.

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    Best risotto in town, and generally superb food. Good service and excellent value. Been here many times over the past 15 years.

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    Gusto 101

    Gusto 101

    4.0(1.3k reviews)
    1.6 km
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    Returning to Gusto 101 for five consecutive nights proved to be exactly the right move during my…read moreToronto trip. I knew from previous visits that the food and service were exceptional, but this week reinforced why this has become one of my go-to spots whenever I'm in the city. Max and Trevor behind the bar made the experience seamless from night one. Not only did they remember my name, they recalled my exact order and dietary needs every evening without hesitation. Traveling for work while maintaining a low sodium, heart healthy diet can be challenging, so finding consistency matters. I did not want to chance food remorse or uncertainty with ingredients, and they made sure my burrata and salmon were prepared perfectly each night. By night five, I was basically in a legally recognized relationship with burrata, salmon...and the guys. Sofia, who had provided exceptional service to us on a previous visit months ago, was there as well. I made a point to remind her how memorable and appreciated her hospitality had been, and it was great to see the same professionalism and warmth continue throughout the restaurant team. Five straight nights at the same restaurant says a lot on its own. Consistent food, genuinely attentive staff, and an atmosphere that makes you want to come back. Gusto 101 continues to deliver every time.

    I ordered the mushroom mafalde pasta and the beef lasagna. Both dishes were delicious, flavorful,…read moreand cooked to perfection. However, the portion size was a bit small for $28. The taste was indeed good, but the portion wasn't generous. The restaurant had a great atmosphere, especially the rooftop terrace. Overall, it's a nice place to go, but the prices are a bit high, considering it's downtown.

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    Donatello Restaurant

    Donatello Restaurant

    3.8(223 reviews)
    2.5 kmDowntown Core
    $$$

    Of all the Italian spots in downtown Toronto, Donatello felt like one of the most homey and…read moreold-school. I came here with my best friend for a birthday dinner, and I could immediately see why this place has lasted for decades. It's tucked inside an old house on Elm Street, and the whole restaurant has that warm, family-run charm that makes you feel like people have been coming here for years and bringing more people back with them. The tables are definitely close together, so it's a little tight when the restaurant gets busy, but honestly that also adds to the lively energy because there was a steady flow of people coming in all night. Food-wise, there were a few dishes that really stood out. The carpaccio is such a good order, very thinly sliced raw beef, simple and classic, and honestly one of the most reasonably priced versions I've seen. My personal favorite was the prosciutto & melon. It's such a simple dish, but when it's done well, it really hits, and this one did. The real star for me though was the Cozze Marinara. The mussels were plump, tender, and clean, with no sandy bits, and the garlicky tomato sauce was so good that I ended up scooping it up with bread until the plate was basically spotless. We also tried the Vitello Marsala with mushrooms and Penne Arrabbiata, which felt very classic and comforting. If you like traditional Italian flavors, this is the kind of dish that will make you happy. That said, I personally wouldn't recommend mixing the meat and pasta together too much, I think they shine better on their own. Later we also ordered the garlic grilled seafood fettuccine because we were enjoying ourselves so much, and that one was much lighter in flavor. Nice enough, but probably not the best choice if you like richer or bolder pasta dishes. By the end we were completely full and had to leave a few strands of fettuccine behind, which almost never happens for me. Overall, Donatello feels like the kind of neighborhood Italian restaurant people return to for comfort, generous portions, and that warm family run atmosphere. It may not be the most spacious or modern place, but it has heart, and some dishes were genuinely memorable.

    Donatello is considered a fine dining Italian restaurant. And it didn't disappoint. The foid and…read moreservice were excellent. The vibe was a slightly darkened room (for the evening). There is an upstairs balcony seating but I've never sat there. During warm weather, there is plenty of roadside outdoor seating too. This is my fourth time here but I never wrote a review fir the restaurant before. We ordered the following: 1. Shrimp Perno (daily special $6/shrimp). Jumbo Shrimp sautéed in garlic, white wine, tomatoes, scallions, and finished off with a shot of perno liquor. 2. Rack of Lamb (daily special $59.95). Four pieces of lamb in a rack, with a rich portion wine reduced sauce, that has a touch of mint to it, and Penne Pasta in a tomato rose sauce. The table bread was really good. The crust was crispy but the inside was fluffy. The soft butter that came it was so tasty. The bread was perfect for dipping in the sauce that came with the shrimp. We asked for a second basket of bread and they put two loafs in the second basket. It was too much so they were willing to let us take it home. The shrimps were definitely jumbo. It was so filling. Two pieces (per person) were good enough as an appetizer. The shrimps were perfectly cooked. We requested the lamb be cooked medium rare. It was definitely medium rare. It was juicy and did not have a gamey taste. It tastes great. The pasta was perfectly al dente. The tomato rose sauce was really good. They offered to grind parmesan cheese and pepper so we got both. There is free WiFi. The restaurant is wheelchair accessible. There is paid neighbourhood street parking and paid parking lots. Review 2025-187

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    Donatello Restaurant - Lobster pasta

    Lobster pasta

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    Terroni - spinach ravioli-the BEST

    Terroni

    3.3(863 reviews)
    3.2 kmDowntown Core
    $$

    Terroni on Adelaide is a beautiful Italian restaurant with a lot of character and history, set…read moreinside a former courthouse building from 1852 that still shows off its dramatic ceilings, fireplaces, and sunlit atrium. It's a dining experience you don't see every day in Toronto. Even the washrooms are memorable, tucked away in the basement in what used to be old jail cells, which adds to the charm and gives the whole place a bit of personality. We went for an early Sunday dinner before a concert at Massey Hall. The restaurant got pretty busy as the evening went on, but it never felt chaotic. The atmosphere is lovely and lively, a great choice for a special night out or a pre-show meal. We started with Calamari alla Griglia with mixed greens, capers, onions, and fresh tomatoes. It was a fresh, bright appetizer with good balance. For mains, my date had the Spaghetti in Canna a Mare with clams, mussels, calamari, scallop, and tiger shrimp in a tomato sauce. The menu described it as mildly spicy, but it definitely had a noticeable kick. Still, the flavours were really good. I ordered the Ravioli al Brasato with braised beef, butter, sage, and parmigiano. It was tasty and comforting, though portion-wise I could have used a few more ravioli. I was still a bit hungry after and honestly double the size would have been perfect for me. For dessert we shared the Tiramisu with espresso-soaked savoiardi, mascarpone, and cocoa. I had an amaro while my date finished with zambuca. A sweet and satisfying way to wrap up the meal. The service was friendly, though drinks came out a bit slower than expected. Terroni's food is tasty, the setting is gorgeous, and it's easy to see why locals keep coming back. It's not cheap, but the quality and ambience make it worth trying, especially for dinner before a show or a relaxed date night in one of Toronto's most unique spaces.

    I wish I could say I enjoyed Terroni more. The venue itself was not held in the main restaurant…read more The company I work at booked out some of the upper floors for an event. There were four flights of stairs to get up to the first floor with the bar and main dining area. There was another two flights of stairs to get to the upper bar (which I was too tired to walk up to). The drinks at the bar were good and the staff were all great. We started with passed apps. Some of the flavour combinations were just off (the skewer with fruit, cheese and something else) - like they paired the wrong cheese with the fruit. The meal itself was a seat down meal (family style) which did take over two hours to complete for the amount of guests that were present (over 200 ppl). My favorite dish was the tomato and mozza salad. My most disappointed dish was the ragu pasta. Though containing a good amount of meat it was not saucy at all. The pizza was the brocolini was good as well. The reason I gave this restaurant three stars is strictly for the lack of elevator and the food quality vs the price. For what you are paying, there is so much higher quality food in the city and I honestly think you can get better bang for buck elsewhere.

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    Terroni - Special event dining area

    Special event dining area

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    Olive oil and bread

    Terroni - Special event space (upstairs)

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    Piccolo Caffe E Vino - Frittata

    Piccolo Caffe E Vino

    4.3(19 reviews)
    2.1 kmEntertainment District, Downtown Core
    $$
    Locally owned & operated
    Outdoor seating

    Went here for dinner on a Saturday night / great location and cute spot! I love the branding and…read morethe inside + feels very trendy. This is a wine bar - the house lager was bad (maybe my own bad decision) and the red I got was fine ... nothing to write home about. However place fell apart with the food - the shrimp came with 5 medium sized shrimp with the tails, legs and shells on and were under seasoned. The artichokes were mediocre (loved the sauce they came with). Worst of all was the "Ontario peaches" with the burrata were totally canned peaches - could've even been dole brand! This place has amazing potential with the location and vibe - but the food just was not it. Small portions and the price didn't match what was served. The service was friendly but nothing too crazy. Go here for the drinks, but maybe not for the dinner!

    Went with a friend on a Saturday night and it was pretty easy to get a seat, but they do take…read morereservations. Our server was great at helping us pick our wine, he mentioned that their wines are all on the dry side which is perfect for me, I'm not one for sweet wines. We also had two of their small plates the mussels and the burrata. The mussels tasted great with the sauce, a little garlicky which I prefer. The combination of the peach and mint went really well with the burrata. Light and easy to eat. The patio at night is one of the highlights. The only small complaint was it did take a while to get our wine after we ordered it and a little while to get our check. Otherwise cute spot.

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    Piccolo Caffe E Vino - Smoked salmon bagel

    Smoked salmon bagel

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    Fried Artichoke, shrimp and peach burrata

    La Forchetta - italian - Updated May 2026

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