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A gem. The whole experience was outstanding. Service was attentive and genuine. Great wine list and food. It is a small, intimate restaurant that is perfectly lit. Not loud so you can have a conversation and enjoy your company. We had the escargot in mushroom sauce, duck breast and clafoutis aux poires. The duck breast was the star of the meal. Our servers were friendly and helpful. Will definitely be returning.
Great food good service really easy to find a table. Very accommodating for kids and steaks were cooked exceptionally well. A lot of people ordered the steaks, but their wine selection is very spot on as well.
We had the paté appetizer from the preset. It is sooooo good. Two of us had the steak frites, which were perfect. And our friend had the duck. Which she loved. Our desserts were fantastic. Our server was very kind and cordial. The food and service were excellent but for one issue. We booked our reservation three weeks in advance yet we were sat at the weird table beside the entrance of the kitchen. It has smaller chairs and a narrow bench. I noticed couples seated at tables for four and I just thought it could have been more thoughtfully arranged. Fortunately we were able to be moved however we would have to leave on a tight timeline. It all worked out in the end. And our server made everything very pleasant.
Amazing! We went there for our 1 year anniversary trip in Toronto, we were looking for fine dining without feeling overwhelmed with being too high class. This is a very quaint restaurant that is charming but also makes you feel classy. The ambiance was just right for a romantic dinner. We booked it a few weeks in advance and they welcomed us no problem when we got there. The duck was exquisite, and my partner's pickerel was a very good portion and the flavours meshed very well. Our appetizer beforehand was a creamy cod dish that we are still drooling over today. We went for the dessert on special that day and were not disappointed! Service was great, I would definitely go again.
Great spot in Parkdale serving French course menu fare. Generous portions, fair bit of seasonal ingredients, and excellent service during our first experience here. Started with steamed mussels and calamari with some sourdough. Calamari was a touch overdone. Mussels were great and plentiful. Mains were very filling and delicious! We had the duck and seasonal rabbit. The proteins were cooked perfectly - very tender. Dessert was just ok. The small and intimate restaurant feels warm and welcoming and our server was very attentive. Definitely worth a try!
We came here to celebrate a special event. The restaurant was small and packed with people for dinner. We chose the 2-course menu per person, and decided to eat the cake we brought instead of ordering dessert here (cake open fee was $25). The food was mediocre here, with portion on the smaller side for appetizers, and missing some cooking fundamentals for the mains. Most of the appetizers were not bad. The tuna salad was refreshing. Smoked fish and platter with pate both tasted good, but portion was tiny. The squid tasted really plain though. When it comes to the main course, there are misses everywhere. The lamb was relatively the best among all, but was served with really small portion and majority of the meat was fats. Duck was undercooked, meat quality was not good. It was very hard to chew. Fish was okay but not wowing. The worst was the pork. The cooking fundamentals is to have chicken or pork well done to avoid any food poisoning. However, the middle of the pork meat was still quite red!!! This is not okay cooking. Overall, the service and food quality was mediocre. I wouldn't consider revisiting.
Had a really great meal here recently - first of all, the restaurant is really cozy and a great option for dates and small groups of friends. The decor and ambiance is relaxed and very warm. Our server was quite helpful and recommended their daily specials to us. We ended up getting a 3-course set ($58) and a 2-course set ($48) with the only difference being dessert. The appetizers were pretty good but nothing outstanding - the calamari was especially underwhelming and portion was a little small. The escargot was quite yummy with a creamy mushroom sauce. The entrees were both very nice portions and delicious! I highly recommend the duck breast and it was probably my favorite dish of the night. Last but definitely not least, the berry dessert was a great way to finish off the meal. I definitely recommend this place for a cute date night or fun meal with friends :)
It is a very small but cozy restaurant with only a few tables. The wine prices were fairly reasonable and the one we ordered was quite good. The service was very good and friendly but due to the limited kitchen staff who cooked everything to order, the food dishes came out very slow. There was a lot of time in between the appetizers and main courses. For the appetizers, we had the escargots with puff pastry, the charcuterie board, the gravlax and the pate. The escargots were good. The gravlax was good and the whipped cream cheese was a nice touch. The charcuterie board was really good and had a good combination. The pate was the same as what was provided on the charcuterie board. For the mains we had the lamb, the fish special, and the duck breast. They were decent overall but nothing extraordinary. For dessert, we had the poached pear, the apple pudding with caramel sauce and the crème brûlée with pistachios. The desserts were delicious. Overall a good evening.
Took my boyfriend here for a birthday dinner and wow, I'm really glad I found this spot. Thank you to my fellow Yelpers! & Thanks to Ryan and the lovely lady who served the entire front of house. So efficient and wonderful! More on this later!! Lovely French cuisine here. Simple and delicious! It's prefix menu style which I actually quite like. It seems the menu has changed and they have different specials, so it keeps things interesting! Definitely was a fantastic value. We decided to go for the full 3 courses since it was our first time. I got the gravlax which is their homemade smoked salmon with a salad, bread and dollop of bourgin. Delicious!! Really beautiful flavor without being overly salty. We also ordered the special to share which was pate en croute I believe. It was also delicious, serviced with grainy mustard, gerkins and salad. For mains I got the duck and my boyfriend got the lamb. I enjoyed my lamb but I did find the sauce on both a tad salty. I loved the roasted veggies and omg they made the layered potatoes. My favorite!!! For dessert, I got the mille feuilles aux framboise. It was absolutely heavenly and I wish it would stay in the menu forever!!! We also ordered the chocolate mousse with amaretto. So rich and not overly sweet. I almost never like desserts and this was two for two win!! What a fantastic way to finish the meal. Ryan and the really wonderful lady server whose name I didn't catch (sorry!!) We're fantastic. We had one hiccup which was unfortunately lipstick on my glass from the last patron. A huge no no for me once I see this but they were quick to apologize and address it. And they were fantastic the rest of the night. Checked in just enough, and I think what I loved most is that they looked like they were having fun. They were enjoying their night and joking with the patrons, being so welcoming. I can't remember the last time I saw a server that wasn't completely stressed or rushed. This made the meal so much more enjoyable. A laugh here, fantastic bite of food there. 100% would recommend!!!
The environment was very cozy/relaxing. It was my second time coming to this restaurant but it amazed me once again. From the fact that the sign is slightly hidden from a far, to the rich, bold and tasty flavours from all the dishes I've had, they were worth coming here for. They are open for brunch and dinner but I suggest you come here for dinner (although I never came here for brunch). The late night vibe is really relaxing to experience alongside the amazing food. They close at 10pm. As far as ordering from their menu, think of this place as a course menu type of bistro. (Appetiser, Entree (and Dessert if your tummy desires lol)) The servers always checked on us and were very friendly. Worth tipping a lot. Also, p.s. the 3 course menu looks like there's a lot but if you feel hungry right before going there, 3 will be enough. But if not, might be better to stick with the 2 course (only Appetiser and Entree).
A quaint little restaurant in the west end of Toronto. Parking available on the streets or nearby residential streets. They have a patio area in front of the restaurant but it was a chilly day to sit outside for brunch. The tables inside were tight. No much decor with a semi open kitchen. The service was great. No rush at all too. I ordered the duck confit benny which was delicious. The egg was poached to my liking and the sauce on the side. The salad had a light taste to it which compliment the duck meat. The best part was the roasted potatoes. Not a big portion, which I would have eaten another portion. Love those potatoes!! My friend liked her spinach pancake. A different take to the usual sweet pancake. Verdict: I wouldn't mind going back to try their dinner menu.
Amazing cozy lil french kitchen serves selected dishes which has a couple of vegetarian options too. The best deal it the prefix menu served ! The taste is excellent! The portions are generous! I tried their squash soup, tartiflette vegetarian! Some bread( which is not complimentary) , wine. Everything was outstanding. You have to try their prefix menu, amazing deal for gourmet french food. My hubby tried Duck Cotnfiet and he loved it too. It a small place with I guess around 30 people capacity and is always busy, call ahead before you drive there and finding a parking could be a challenge so leave early :)
A simple old school bistro with legitimate French fare. The sort of place you would love to have within a few blocks. These have pretty much disappeared from the scene in New York. Glad to see they survive in Toronto. You have a choice of two courses for $48, or 3 for $58, and you can decide at the end. I went with the charcuterie as a starter. This included a nice piece of pate de campagne, duck rillettes and what was described as "Auvergne prosciutto" - but turned out to be two slices of a coarse salami - not sure if this was intended as a bit of humor. This came with two slices of bread, which were completely inadequate to handle the generous portion of rillettes and pate, so I was glad I had plumped for the extra sourdough bread. La Portena had a nice appetizer size salade Nicoise as her starter, with seared tuna. No complaints there. For a main course, I had the daily special, confit du canard, which came with mashed potatoes. I believe the sauce contained port. This was perfectly executed, simple French food. La Portena had the fish of the day (probably halibut) served over ratatouille. Again nothing fancy, basic well cooked French food. We shared one dessert, a flourless chocolate cake -again nothing out of the ordinary but good. Beverages were the house cocktail, glasses of the Berthier Sauvignon Blanc and Cotes du Rhone. Service was excellent. Un bon repas!
My husband and I arrived to Le Baratin on a Saturday evening with a reservation. Unbeknownst to my husband, 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! read more
COZY FRENCH BISTRO w/ PRIX FIXE MENU Le Baratin is a cozy bistro with limited seating, thus advance reservation is a MUST. The atmosphere is quite warm and casual, and is ideal for date nights and special occasions. They offer a Prix Fixe menu and can choose between 2-course and 3-course meal. Service is amazing and our server is very kind to answer our MANY questions about the menu. He also gave us a few recommendations, which was greatly appreciated. Food is excellent! For appetizers, the mussels were HUGE and very fresh. For entrees, duck breast was our favorite - meat was very tender, perfectly cooked, and went well with the carrot puree. In addition, the sauce is very flavorful which really elevates the dish! Overall rating for our experience was a solid 4.5-star, and I ended up giving them a 4 (on the Yelp scale) probably related to the desserts. The desserts were awesome, but it lacks the "wow" factor I found from their appetizers and entrees. I'd definitely visit again, and I look forward to changing to a 5-star rating next time! read more
4 months ago
Small, cozy, vibrant restaurant with a French prix fixe menu (for dinner at least); with a fixed menu 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; read more
11 months ago
A gem. The whole experience was outstanding. Service was attentive and genuine. Great wine list and food. It is a small, intimate restaurant that is perfectly lit. Not loud so you can have a conversation and enjoy your company. We had the escargot in mushroom sauce, duck breast and clafoutis aux poires. The duck breast was the star of the meal. Our servers were friendly and helpful. Will definitely be returning. read more
1 year ago
Great food good service really easy to find a table. Very accommodating for kids and steaks were cooked exceptionally well. A lot of people ordered the steaks, but their wine selection is very spot on as well. read more
We had the paté appetizer from the preset. It is sooooo good. Two of us had the steak frites, which were perfect. And our friend had the duck. Which she loved. Our desserts were fantastic. Our server was very kind and cordial. The food and service were excellent but for one issue. We booked our reservation three weeks in advance yet we were sat at the weird table beside the entrance of the kitchen. It has smaller chairs and a narrow bench. I noticed couples seated at tables for four and I just thought it could have been more thoughtfully arranged. Fortunately we were able to be moved however we would have to leave on a tight timeline. It all worked out in the end. And our server made everything very pleasant. read more
2 years ago
Amazing! We went there for our 1 year anniversary trip in Toronto, we were looking for fine dining without feeling overwhelmed with being too high class. This is a very quaint restaurant that is charming but also makes you feel classy. The ambiance was just right for a romantic dinner. We booked it a few weeks in advance and they welcomed us no problem when we got there. The duck was exquisite, and my partner's pickerel was a very good portion and the flavours meshed very well. Our appetizer beforehand was a creamy cod dish that we are still drooling over today. We went for the dessert on special that day and were not disappointed! Service was great, I would definitely go again. read more
4 years ago
Great spot in Parkdale serving French course menu fare. Generous portions, fair bit of seasonal ingredients, and excellent service during our first experience here. Started with steamed mussels and calamari with some sourdough. Calamari was a touch overdone. Mussels were great and plentiful. Mains were very filling and delicious! We had the duck and seasonal rabbit. The proteins were cooked perfectly - very tender. Dessert was just ok. The small and intimate restaurant feels warm and welcoming and our server was very attentive. Definitely worth a try! read more
We came here to celebrate a special event. The restaurant was small and packed with people for dinner. We chose the 2-course menu per person, and decided to eat the cake we brought instead of ordering dessert here (cake open fee was $25). The food was mediocre here, with portion on the smaller side for appetizers, and missing some cooking fundamentals for the mains. Most of the appetizers were not bad. The tuna salad was refreshing. Smoked fish and platter with pate both tasted good, but portion was tiny. The squid tasted really plain though. When it comes to the main course, there are misses everywhere. The lamb was relatively the best among all, but was served with really small portion and majority of the meat was fats. Duck was undercooked, meat quality was not good. It was very hard to chew. Fish was okay but not wowing. The worst was the pork. The cooking fundamentals is to have chicken or pork well done to avoid any food poisoning. However, the middle of the pork meat was still quite red!!! This is not okay cooking. Overall, the service and food quality was mediocre. I wouldn't consider revisiting. read more
Had a really great meal here recently - first of all, the restaurant is really cozy and a great option for dates and small groups of friends. The decor and ambiance is relaxed and very warm. Our server was quite helpful and recommended their daily specials to us. We ended up getting a 3-course set ($58) and a 2-course set ($48) with the only difference being dessert. The appetizers were pretty good but nothing outstanding - the calamari was especially underwhelming and portion was a little small. The escargot was quite yummy with a creamy mushroom sauce. The entrees were both very nice portions and delicious! I highly recommend the duck breast and it was probably my favorite dish of the night. Last but definitely not least, the berry dessert was a great way to finish off the meal. I definitely recommend this place for a cute date night or fun meal with friends :) read more
2 years ago
It is a very small but cozy restaurant with only a few tables. The wine prices were fairly reasonable and the one we ordered was quite good. The service was very good and friendly but due to the limited kitchen staff who cooked everything to order, the food dishes came out very slow. There was a lot of time in between the appetizers and main courses. For the appetizers, we had the escargots with puff pastry, the charcuterie board, the gravlax and the pate. The escargots were good. The gravlax was good and the whipped cream cheese was a nice touch. The charcuterie board was really good and had a good combination. The pate was the same as what was provided on the charcuterie board. For the mains we had the lamb, the fish special, and the duck breast. They were decent overall but nothing extraordinary. For dessert, we had the poached pear, the apple pudding with caramel sauce and the crème brûlée with pistachios. The desserts were delicious. Overall a good evening. read more
3 years ago
Took my boyfriend here for a birthday dinner and wow, I'm really glad I found this spot. Thank you to my fellow Yelpers! & Thanks to Ryan and the lovely lady who served the entire front of house. So efficient and wonderful! More on this later!! Lovely French cuisine here. Simple and delicious! It's prefix menu style which I actually quite like. It seems the menu has changed and they have different specials, so it keeps things interesting! Definitely was a fantastic value. We decided to go for the full 3 courses since it was our first time. I got the gravlax which is their homemade smoked salmon with a salad, bread and dollop of bourgin. Delicious!! Really beautiful flavor without being overly salty. We also ordered the special to share which was pate en croute I believe. It was also delicious, serviced with grainy mustard, gerkins and salad. For mains I got the duck and my boyfriend got the lamb. I enjoyed my lamb but I did find the sauce on both a tad salty. I loved the roasted veggies and omg they made the layered potatoes. My favorite!!! For dessert, I got the mille feuilles aux framboise. It was absolutely heavenly and I wish it would stay in the menu forever!!! We also ordered the chocolate mousse with amaretto. So rich and not overly sweet. I almost never like desserts and this was two for two win!! What a fantastic way to finish the meal. Ryan and the really wonderful lady server whose name I didn't catch (sorry!!) We're fantastic. We had one hiccup which was unfortunately lipstick on my glass from the last patron. A huge no no for me once I see this but they were quick to apologize and address it. And they were fantastic the rest of the night. Checked in just enough, and I think what I loved most is that they looked like they were having fun. They were enjoying their night and joking with the patrons, being so welcoming. I can't remember the last time I saw a server that wasn't completely stressed or rushed. This made the meal so much more enjoyable. A laugh here, fantastic bite of food there. 100% would recommend!!! read more
3 years ago
The environment was very cozy/relaxing. It was my second time coming to this restaurant but it amazed me once again. From the fact that the sign is slightly hidden from a far, to the rich, bold and tasty flavours from all the dishes I've had, they were worth coming here for. They are open for brunch and dinner but I suggest you come here for dinner (although I never came here for brunch). The late night vibe is really relaxing to experience alongside the amazing food. They close at 10pm. As far as ordering from their menu, think of this place as a course menu type of bistro. (Appetiser, Entree (and Dessert if your tummy desires lol)) The servers always checked on us and were very friendly. Worth tipping a lot. Also, p.s. the 3 course menu looks like there's a lot but if you feel hungry right before going there, 3 will be enough. But if not, might be better to stick with the 2 course (only Appetiser and Entree). read more
A quaint little restaurant in the west end of Toronto. Parking available on the streets or nearby residential streets. They have a patio area in front of the restaurant but it was a chilly day to sit outside for brunch. The tables inside were tight. No much decor with a semi open kitchen. The service was great. No rush at all too. I ordered the duck confit benny which was delicious. The egg was poached to my liking and the sauce on the side. The salad had a light taste to it which compliment the duck meat. The best part was the roasted potatoes. Not a big portion, which I would have eaten another portion. Love those potatoes!! My friend liked her spinach pancake. A different take to the usual sweet pancake. Verdict: I wouldn't mind going back to try their dinner menu. read more
5 years ago
Amazing cozy lil french kitchen serves selected dishes which has a couple of vegetarian options too. The best deal it the prefix menu served ! The taste is excellent! The portions are generous! I tried their squash soup, tartiflette vegetarian! Some bread( which is not complimentary) , wine. Everything was outstanding. You have to try their prefix menu, amazing deal for gourmet french food. My hubby tried Duck Cotnfiet and he loved it too. It a small place with I guess around 30 people capacity and is always busy, call ahead before you drive there and finding a parking could be a challenge so leave early :) read more
4 years ago
A simple old school bistro with legitimate French fare. The sort of place you would love to have within a few blocks. These have pretty much disappeared from the scene in New York. Glad to see they survive in Toronto. You have a choice of two courses for $48, or 3 for $58, and you can decide at the end. I went with the charcuterie as a starter. This included a nice piece of pate de campagne, duck rillettes and what was described as "Auvergne prosciutto" - but turned out to be two slices of a coarse salami - not sure if this was intended as a bit of humor. This came with two slices of bread, which were completely inadequate to handle the generous portion of rillettes and pate, so I was glad I had plumped for the extra sourdough bread. La Portena had a nice appetizer size salade Nicoise as her starter, with seared tuna. No complaints there. For a main course, I had the daily special, confit du canard, which came with mashed potatoes. I believe the sauce contained port. This was perfectly executed, simple French food. La Portena had the fish of the day (probably halibut) served over ratatouille. Again nothing fancy, basic well cooked French food. We shared one dessert, a flourless chocolate cake -again nothing out of the ordinary but good. Beverages were the house cocktail, glasses of the Berthier Sauvignon Blanc and Cotes du Rhone. Service was excellent. Un bon repas! read more
Go for the authentic French food, stay for the quaint Parisian cafe vibes. Le Baratin has been a favourite for epic brunch and French fare -- all with an impressive wine list. Guests are always well taken care of, and you'll surely leave with a smile on your face. read more
Returning to Le Baratin, after the worst of the pandemic, reinvigorated my joy for dining out and appreciating what the French cuisine has to offer. The decor still offers a casual and relaxed dining experience. La Table d'Hote offers 2 and 3 course dinners, with vegetarian option available. In one of my recent visits, I started my meal with Gravlax (homemade cured salmon with Borsin & sourdough toasts), followed by Magret de Canard (duck breast with Port wine sauce & sunchoke Dauphinoise), and finished with Creme Brulee. The homemade cured salmon was lovely and flavorful, offering a pleasant introduction to the main course to come. Duck had a wonderful Port wine sauce, over the rare breast cut, accompanied by the rich potatoes Dauphinoise. I love a good creme brulee; the rendition at Le Baratin could have had a bit more flavor, and unfortunately the hardened caramelized sugar was not on point. In a subsequent visit, I had the Salade Nicoise Albacore (seared albacore tuna loin with salad nicoise) as my appetizer, followed by Steak-Frites (marinated striploin AAA with shallot sauce, served with mixed greens & frites) as my entree and Creme Caramel as dessert. The nicoise salad was absolutely lovely, light and flavorful, with sweet drop peppers stealing the centre stage on this dish. Steak-Frites had good flavors, with crispy and well seasoned frites, although the steak itself was quite small. The creme caramel offered a light sweet finish to the meal. Service was good. Limited street parking available nearby. Neighborhood served by TTC line 505. TLDR; good French bistro fare read more
3 years ago
My husband had the eggs Benedict and I had the tartiflette. My tart was delicious and so was his Benedict but one of his home fries was undercooked. Service was great and so was the coffee. It's a cute little bistro and I'd definitely come back read more
2 years ago
The chef wanted to convey the idea that "good French food doesn't have to be expensive!" That's the idea. The store is small, it opens at 5:30pm every day, but it fills up soon after it opens. Be sure to make a reservation before you come!!! . Appetizer Assiette de Charcuterie Shredded Duck Rillettes and served cold with sliced bread... a little underwhelming... so-so. Escargots "Forestière". This French escargot puff pastry with mushrooms has a medium to good flavor! It's made with two or three types of mushrooms, and the sauce is a little creamy. You crack the puff pastry, you toss it together, it's very flavorful. Recommended! . Entrées Jarret Agneau Braisé (Leg of Lamb) You have to try this for the main course! The leg of lamb was so appetizing! It was tender, salty, and the sauce was slightly acidic, with a nice tomato flavor. With mashed potatoes on the bottom, it's a great way to satisfy your carnivorous appetite. It's a great way to satisfy your carnal appetite. Margret de Canard. The epitome of French cuisine, you can't go wrong with duck breast! The skin of the duck is crispy, the meat is juicy, and there's enough to go around. It's not too heavy because the sweet and sour sauce neutralizes some of the greasiness, and it's served with baby cabbages and carrots. The whole thing looks good and tastes good . Dessert Dessert Tarte Tatin Apple pie! Topped with a dollop of whipped cream! Apple pie is not too sweet! Mousse au Chocolat This one is not to my liking, the chocolate is a very thin texture, slightly boozy and sweet, and I feel like I'm going to get drunk after one bite. . The overall experience was really good! The service is good. As an affordable French meal, $55/3 course is a good price. I recommend the lamb shank and duck breast for the main course! The escargot and mushroom appetizer was also good! . They also have daily specials made from seasonal ingredients. read more
5 years ago
Came here for a special dinner. I am so pleased to say this was my last meal of 2021 and my first review of 2022. The new year eve menu was truly delicious. It was a 4 course meal and all the savoury food made my taste buds explode like fireworks and the atmosphere was on point. Beautifully decorated restaurant with personable staff who all speak French and have great wine recommendations.. I couldn't ask for more. Our night felt like we had travelled to Quebec. Starters: Foie gras with black truffle- Made in house. Lots of umami flavour with less "heaviness" than the usual Foie gras which was perfect. It came with these savoury/sweet jelly to pair with. We were impressed with their Foie gras especially when we had gone to a famous restaurant in Montreal just last month. We enjoyed Le Baratin's more! Atlantic cod dumpling with Lobster bisque- this was my order and I wish I could have had a dozen more refills. It's everything you wished it would taste like. Absolutely delicious but what surprised me was the Atlantic cod dumpling. They tried to mimic the texture of lobster and the flavour was certainly just like it. I forgot it was an Atlantic cod until writing this right now because I thought it was lobster. The texture was a bit more grainy and not quite lobster but similar enough for me to think it could be and wondering how they infused lobster flavours if it wasn't. Roasted scallops with dry vermouth butter sauce- scallops perfectly cooked, sauce was creamy. No complaints here. Lovely. Main: Beef tenderloin with truffled mash potatoes- perfectly cooked to medium rare. The truffle taste isn't as strong as you think but that's not a con. Their mashed potatoes are so smooth and buttery. My partner thoroughly enjoyed this dish. Roasted rack of lamb with truffle mashed potatoes- I'm excited to tell you about this. Perfectly roasted lamb with flavours that just continued to pop in my mouth after the lobster bisque. The dish came with 3 racks and you bet I cleaned those bones right up with no shame. The "jus" that came with it only enhances the flavours and the mashed potato was perfect for absorbing the jus and complimenting the meat. I've had my share of lamb and some places give you such a small bone or piece with little meat, but not here. I was already full by the end of this dish! Cooked medium rare. Dessert: Crème brûlée- torched nicely with a good cream consistently below. My partner really enjoyed the orange flavour aftertaste that they put because it was a nice change. Personally I prefer the classic. Flourless chocolate cake- this was well made but not my favourite dessert (personal preference). Or perhaps I was quite full already. Wine: Our server recommended us an amazing bottle of red wine. It was also my favourite red wine of the year. We couldn't finish it all because I'm a light weight so we brought it home to enjoy. It is the 2018 Sancerre. I'll include a picture with my review. This dinner was a surprise reservation my partner made and it was probably my favourite meal of 2021. It just hit all the right spots from their amazing service, staff, atmosphere, and food. I felt like I travelled somewhere French and considering it's Covid, this means a lot. I can't wait to try their regular menu!! read more
Definitely a memorable place as my last meal in Toronto! The place is pretty small but don't let that fool you! The duck breast is succulent and delicious. My friends got the steak and frites, and the fish. They are all filled with flavor. They are very attentive during our meal which makes it even more memorable. read more
Saturday date night was gonna be massive, I had no doubt about that, but where should we go to eat to kick off the evening? We were set to make a 9pm door near Dufferin and Dundas, so I figured somewhere around there would make sense, although I first thought of Pinky's since she wanted Viet food. Alas, they are closed until the new year. Then I remembered a cool little Korean-themed spot from the summer when my friend and I were looking for a late night bottle shop and found Uncle Mikey's on Dundas. I had no idea what to expect from them these days. Turned out that all tables were full so no bueno without a reservation. We turned on our heels and spotted Le Baratin across the street. Perfect! Once inside, and ID checked in the cramped doorway, they had us sit at a tall two-top along the wall. Better than nothing! Especially on a busy Sat. night on one of Toronto's best restaurant- and fun-spot-lined streets. The waiter started speaking French to us at first, which I used my standard "Bonjour-Hello sorry!" line and told him that we were on a time-line and needed to eat. It looked like many of the diners there could have been regulars and this was their night out. Not us, as we were hungry and had a list of stuff to do that epic night, and couldn't just sit and gaze into each others eyes; that would have to wait. Unlike some resto's where you almost have to do some of the work in order to enjoy yourself, the staff at Le Baratin took care of us wholeheartedly as if it was second nature, rather than forced; just something they do, and do well. First up were drinks, and the Cognac-based French Connection seemed natural and was a great accompaniment to the cuisine. Around that point in time our table started to become a distraction to my conversation skills-- wondering out loud about if snails were included in a seafood allergy, and imaging those little guys with the shells swimming in the ocean,,, or not. The table top started moving along with the drinks, omg and just then, as if they could read our minds, a woman staff member offered to move us to a table, wow, I could not imagine better timing. After that, our service continued to be at a stellar buzz of a drunk rockstar level that suited us perfectly. Quick checks and blah blah, we were happy, just like that. I noticed that the staff seemed to be working for us as a team, without dropping the ball, and kudos for that. The rest of the meal went very well. The option was between a 2-course for $45 or a 3-course for $55. We chose the former with one of us getting an app, and the other dessert and sharing everything. So delicious! That's teamwork! read more
5 years ago
I booked this restaurant over a month ago as we have something to celebrate. Glad we did, cause when I checked Open-Table earlier today to confirm my reservation, there were literally no available tables till 8:45 pm. That speaks a lot about the restaurant. Anyhow... We parked in the neighbourhood and walked over. When we arrived at the main door, the maitre d' was waiting and he came out to open the door for us. Checked us in along with the new process of validating our vaccine certification and our IDs (the new norm for now). Off we go... Once we are inside, the restaurant isn't too big. And we see a big open concept kitchen, where we can see the chef doing his thing. I love the concept of bistro like restaurants. I feel like I am participating by watching him cook. We browsed their menu, and it is easy to find what we want. We decided to go with two 3 course meal. A: escargot, steak frites and tart tatin; B: fois gras, carnivore of the day (rack of lamb) and chocolate amaretto mousse. The appetizers came out not long after. the escargot with red wine reduction was amazing, the escargots were cooked through braising like cooking style. This made them softer and very tasty. (We had to order bread to go with the red wine reduction to soak up the tasty sauce). We also got the foie gras, it ain't bad at all, very smooth. After awhile, the mains came out piping hot. The steak was cooked just right to a perfect medium rare. The fries were quite aromatic and tasty, plus some soaked up a bit of the shallot sauce... tasty! The rack of lamb was amazing too, generous portion size and very tasty. Afterwards we ordered our dessert, chocolate amaretto mousse and tart tatin. The mousse is smooth + the amaretto gives a nice kick and flavour. The tart is sweet and warm, very homestyle... much like grandma's apple pie. Plus the service is simply amazing. For a small restaurant with about 10 tables, they got 3 people serving plus the chef in the back. The employees are happy, they made us feel welcomed and they are on the ball. Music is just at the right volume, great place to have great chats. Overall I highly recommend this place. It's definitely a great place for a date. read more
3 years ago
This felt just like a typical Parisian restaurant right down to the excellent and reasonably priced wines. We got the popular dishes, Gravlax, Rillettes De Canard, steak frites and mousse au Chocolat, and they were all great. Fantastic meal and highly recommended read more
5 years ago
Wow. The value and taste of each meal are just too good! I ordered the gravlax, followed by the lamb chops and then the lemon tart to finish. Incredible dishes, will definitely be hard to sway from these options as they were just too good. The gravlax was slightly thick making for a nice chew. The flavour and seasoning was unreal and tasted slightly smoked. You can really tell how fresh it was! The lamb chops were cooked perfectly, and were served with seasonal veggies and mashed potatoes, along with a red wine reduction. Everything about this dish was good, from the exterior crusted lamb chops and tended interior, the flavours of the veggies and the mashed potatoes soaking up all the juices. Great portion size! As for the lemon tart, this was just delicious. It was quite tangy, but was expected. The additional fruit on top really balanced out the flavours of this dish. Great way to finish off such a delicious meal with something light. I can't wait to come back to this restaurant. It was really THAT good! The inside is a bit small so be sure to make a reservation in advance! read more
6 years ago
Traveling is expensive. For the moment, it's also impossible! One of the main things that makes Toronto the best city in the world, though, is that the world has made its home here. Paris dreaming? Save your money. Le Baratin is the fix you're twitchin' to itch. It starts with the font; is it just me, or is the font they use in their sign markedly similar to the signature font of a certain cowlicked French detective? Tintin! And that's just the sign. Once you're inside, it's full French immersion. The interior is styled after your favourite French bistro, complete with French speaking servers ("plus de vin, s'il vous plaît!" - "more wine, please!"), menu items on chalkboards, a detailed map of France, and a polished wood bar to boot. Soothe your soul with a Croque Madame (black forest ham, Emmental cheese, béchamel sauce between bread and topped with a fried egg), binge on a bevy of benedicts (duck anyone?), or bask in a baked French toast topped with a raspberry coulis & fruits (add ice cream for a couple dollars more!). Trust Le Baratin to nail the classics, and to add their own flare to your favourite dishes. Pro-tip: In normal times, they have AMAZING deals daily, like half-off cocktails, half-price steak frites, and more! read more
8 years ago
Solid meal. Bf and I started with the appetizer du jour which was a fisherman's pie (mashed potatoes with smoked fish and baked hot). It was very well balanced and delicious. I had the duck as my main and my bf had the steak frites. The sauce in the duck was great but the duck was the breast cut so it could have been more tender. The potatoes dauphine were a great accompaniment. Bfs steak frites was better than I expected. The steak was perfectly medium rare and the au jus was delicious. Definitely one of the better steak frites dishes I've had in Toronto. I wanted to try dessert but nothing really spoke to me. If they ever added a creme brûlée I would try that. But in general I would definitely come back and try either a special or something else on the menu. read more
2 years ago
5 years ago
Best French restaurant in GTA I have had, reminded me of what I had in Paris, France. $45 for 2 course, and $55 for 3 course dinner. read more
4 years ago
2 years ago
We visited Le Baratin for dinner to celebrate my partner's birthday. I had read a number of reviews for the restaurant but wasn't sure if it will be a good place for a celebratory dinner but boy was I surprised. We entered at around 6.30PM on a Sunday evening and it was jam packed (thank god for the reservation). It is an extremely small, cute next doorsy cafe with a very vibrant and classy vibe. It has a great selection of food at really great prices. We decided to take the 2 course dinner at just 49$ pp which includes an appetizer and an entree and also has a good selection of wine and other cocktails. We ordered the Gravlax (cured salmon) and Assiette de Charcuterie (duck with pork pate) for the appetizers and the Magret de Canard (duck with port wine sauce) as well as the Roasted Lamb Shank with potato mash for the entrees. The appetizers were simply amazing, the right flavoring and portioned in a way that was filling and yet left you wanting more. A special mention for the pork pate which was soo good I just couldn't get enough, it was super light with a burst of flavor. I have to admit, I ordered the Lamb Shank because I had read great reviews about it but while it was roasted super well and the meat was super tender and well done, the flavor just did not permeate all the way into the meat but was balanced out with the potato mash and tomato jus. It could do better with some more flavor ingrained in the meat. Also since I like my meat to be extra well done, for me the duck needed to be done a bit more but it was fairly good and the port wine sauce complemented it pretty well. Our server Clemont was amazing. He explained what all our dishes would entail really well to us, catered to our every need and made sure we have a great time. All in all, a great place with great food and service at amazing prizes for a fun classy experience of French cuisine. read more
3 years ago
5 years ago
I was very impressed with everything. Simple and Delish meals. I feel the authenticity of France. Even our server has a France French accent. He was very pleasant and professional. The lady the phone was very helpful on making a reservation. The food tasted like france which I missed and haven't gone since 2019 before the pandemic. I can taste the passion of culinary love in the food. I was enjoying the while experience.....I am definately going back and bringing more friends. read more
This restaurant was fantastic. We visited them on a Sunday evening for a prix fixe three course menu. It included soup or salad, almost any main from the menu and a tiny but very rich chocolate truffle at the end. We both ordered the soup. It was butternut squash; which was very well seasoned and delicious. For mains I ordered Confit de Canard, which was very good albeit a little more salty than I would have preferred. But it still tasted great. Wife ordered the tartiflette which was a potato tart with Emmental/Brie/Raclette cheese & caramelized onions, served with mixed greens. She loved her dish as well. The chocolate truffle tasted great as well to finish. Overall our experience with the Sunday night menu was fantastic. Would return when we find ourselves in downtown on a Sunday night feeling french. read more
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