Le Swan is the ultimate cozy, retro-chic neighborhood spot, and our recent meal here was exceptional from start to finish. We sampled a mix of classics and favorites: -Steak Tartare -Smoked Trout Rillette -Corn Dogs -Steak Frites -Tuna Melt -Cheese Fondue While everything was cooked to perfection, the Steak Frites was the absolute star of the show--incredibly tender, juicy, and packed with deep flavor. The drinks program is equally impressive. The Swan 75 is a complete standout and a must-order cocktail. Paired with remarkably warm, attentive, and friendly service, Le Swan delivers top-tier comfort food with unmatched charm. Highly recommended! read more

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Came for dinner and sat in the patio as that was the only reservation that we could get. It was a nice night so it was all good. The food was great and the prices were reasonable for the items. read more

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Enjoyed most of the dishes here but nothing crazy outstanding. I enjoyed the Onion rings and the desserts! Great service, the place is quite cozy so reservations highly recommended. read more

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Excellent food and service. We got there ahead of the evening rush. Appreciated the staff's knowledge on the food and how friendly everyone was. They gave us good ideas on non touristy stuff to do while in Toronto The fondue was good, but broccoli with fondue was I got a tasting menu that had a bunch of good stuff. Corndog was 5 of 5 stars. Wedge salad was okay. Steak was really good. Green beans were surprisingly good. read more

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Hot chicken sandwich, tuna melt, and a tower of onion rings -- all good comfort food! The ambiance of this place really sells it, with the cosy booths and the vintage vibes. My plate even had a Chalet Suisse logo on it, haha. I just wish they had more options on the menu so we'd have more reason to go back sooner than later! read more

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We went there for a b'day celebration and it did not disappoint. It's a French diner and the ambience is casual with seating for probably around 50 and a bar. I had the swan 75 cocktail and the table had the cherry coloured funk plus another one ( not sure). Cocktails were good and the fondue was great came with bread and broccoli. The oysters were $3.5 a piece and we just had a couple each. We had the steak frites, the chicken rotisserie and the salade Nicoise. The food was excellent. Services was great and friendly. Altogether a nice positive experience and recommended. read more

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A friend recommended we come to Le Swan and she was right. The cocktails were unique and the one I had was fresh and not too sweet - just how I like. The sole dish was buttery and delicious with perfectly cooked fish and thinly sliced potatoes. The steak frites was as a classic should be - cooked medium rare with crispy fries and a garlicky dipping sauce. We were seated outside in a cosy table on the street. It's a great spot for people watching. The service was friendly and prompt. It would be lovely to sit inside during some colder months as the decor felt like a throwback to another time. read more

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Update 2023: We came here on a weekend evening without a reservation and we were able to get bar seating. They have hooks under the counter for you to hang your jackets and your bags. We just wanted a quick drink and we had a tuna melt and bananas Foster to share. The quality and ambiance are as amazing as last time that I came to this restaurant. It's just perfect for a romantic cozy date night. Highly recommend. 2022: A casual French bistro/diner with great ambiance and high quality dishes, le swan is a gem. My bf treated me to a dinner here; we made a reservation just in case, but it was not too busy. The servers were super nice and always refilled our water. We got a capuccino, steak tartare, tuna melt, a side of green beans, steak frites, and bananas Foster, all to share. Every single dish we had was delicious and ingredients are high quality and well prepared/presented. For example, the fries were the best I ever had, and the bananas Foster had perfectly crunchy bruleed sugar on top. I like that the menu is not too large, and it seems like every dish is their specialty. Everything is reasonably priced, and a good size. Our bill came to $100 after tax (before tip), but that was because we ordered so much. The downstairs washrooms are clean. We will be coming back to try other dishes! read more

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Amazing ambiance! I got the malt milkshake and also the steak frites! The staff were super nice and the dishes were cooked to perfection.

Service was great! Food was amazing. We got the steak frites, salad, oysters, and meat loaf. Steak frites was cooked perfectly how we wanted and the frites were the best ones we've had in Toronto. Oysters were super fresh. Salad was refreshing and a nice portion. Meat loaf was super flavorful. read more

Le Swan - Oysters - French Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Came here on a Monday late night and we were satisfied with our experience! I'd heard really good things from TikTok, and I can see why - the ambience is lovely, dim and romantic but also great for friends to hang out. The service was good considering we were there 15 mins before last call, because my parents were flying into Toronto on a layover so we had little options for where to go. Food was what you'd probably expect for a casual/slightly upscale French restaurant with a reputation for great food. It all felt very homey, but with quality. Can't complain! Here's what we had: * CORN DOGS were yummy - this is a popular dish here * STEAK TARTARE always a favourite dish of mine, this one is good but could use some mustard to elevate the taste. * STEAK FRITES simple, and the steak is cooked very well * GREEN BEANS had a delicious flavour, would recommend! * 1/4 ROTISSERIE CHICKEN I don't remember much, I think it was fine but could have been a bit juicier read more

Le Swan is my shit. This aesthetic is a dream. Lana Del Rey, Lee hazelwood came on the radio. It was a swoonfest from start to finish. I named my dog after the Apple gimlet. We had desserts on site, both of which were insane. We took the steak frites back to the hotel and even an hour later, it was delish. This is the standard I set for every dining experience. Total perfection. read more

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While I was exploring the West Queen West Toronto neighbourhood last weekend, I passed by the Le Swan restaurant and got attracted by their 50's classic French interior décor. This place is already full around 6 PM. After reading their super simple menu, I decided to set at their bar and gave this restaurant a try. The first thing I ordered was a Vanilla Milkshake. I haven't tasted real milkshake for at least 20 years and the bartender told me their milkshake is just simply ice cream and wrap cream. No wonder it tasted that good, as most other places mixed other ingredients in their milkshake. Then I ordered their Steak Tartare with Fries as side dish. I did wait for a while before this dish was served. This is a good thing, as they prepare all their dished fresh when ordered. Instead of using a lot of different sauces, the chef chooses to use pickle to mix the Steak Tartare. This combination is very refreshing and did not cover the taste of the beef steak. I am also surprise how good the fries side dish tasted. I believe the chef uses animal fat instead of plant oil to fry the fries. I encored and ordered the Sole Meuniere with salad as side dish. The chef uses very traditional method to prepare this Sole Meuniere dish, as the whole plate is full of melted butter. I squeeze a lot of lemon juice to the balance out the melted butter. Since the sole fillet is submerged in melted butter with lemon juice, the sole fillet is very puffy and not greasy at all. If the chef has added a bit more sea salt will make this dish perfect. Also, the potato is light and puffy as well. The chef is so attention to details, even the salad side dish dressing is not too sour and the veg are crisp. A meal is not complete without dessert. Therefore, I ordered the Bananas Foster and you cannot go wrong with ice cream and banana serve together. Overall, chefs at Le Swan use their heart to prepare every dish for their customer. Highly recommended. read more

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Loved the vibe in here! The french diner concept is super cozy and give a warm intimate feel, perfect for date night. They serve a lot of comfort food style dishes, and my fave is probably the hot chicken sandwich. We also tried the steak frites (which was great, we especially loved the crispness of the fries), and the beef bourguignon which was so tender you didn't even need to cut it. The cocktails were creative and delicious too; overall a great meal. read more

Le Swan - Steak frites - French Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Super food and impeccable service. We went for my birthday and I loved it. Portions were a little tight but everything was perfectly seasoned. read more

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Great food and service! Love the atmosphere and the whole place smelt really nice. Definitely gonna re-visit read more

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I'd been wanting to check this place out for ages, but obstacles kept cropping up that prevented a visit from happening. So when my birthday rolled around, I didn't have to think too long about where I wanted to go. We showed up right on time for our reservation and were immediately shown to a cozy booth right at the front of the restaurant. I'm a huge booth fan, so I was obviously very excited about this development. And as I discovered a little later, the booth-heavy layout means that Le Swan avoids that seemingly pervasive issue of tables being mere inches away from each other. (It felt surprisingly private and intimate, is what I'm trying to say.) I pretty much wanted to eat everything on the menu, but we wound up getting four dishes: Smoked Trout Rillette: Holy cow. I knew we were in good hands right from the get-go, because this relatively simple dish knocked my socks right off. Everything about this works, and the huge chunks of smoky fish are completely delicious (and irresistible). I honestly could've eaten just this all night. Salad Niçoise: I didn't know what to expect from this, mostly because I figured how much could they elevate a salad? The answer is an insane amount. Every single component in this is just a million times better than you'd expect, including the perfectly-cooked jammy eggs and large pieces of raw tuna. The delectable dressing ties the whole thing together perfectly. Grilled Cheese: I wanted to try something from the Diner side of the menu, so we settled on the Grilled Cheese. This is a really simple dish that's done better than you've ever experienced. Imagine the best grilled cheese sandwich possible and then elevate it by like a million percent and you have this. Just amazing. Steak Frites: This is the dish I was looking forward to the most. And ironically, it turned out to be my least favorite dish of the night. The fries were amazing and next level, but the steak was pretty run of the mill. We weren't asked how we wanted it cooked, so it wound up arriving at around a medium, which isn't exactly an ideal choice. Also, it was riddled with chewy bits that made it a little unpleasant at times. The seasoning was top-notch, at least. We were obviously quite full at this point but I couldn't resist getting dessert: Bananas Foster: We sure chose well because this is one of the best desserts I can recall eating. The ice cream is very tasty, but it's the preparation of the bananas that bowled me over. They're presented with a caramelized, creme brulee-like layer that's just ridiculous in terms of deliciousness. And eaten together with the ice cream... My lord. I also want to single out the service, which was incredibly helpful and friendly, and the cocktails, which were as delicious as the food. All in all, Le Swan has unquestionably landed at the top of my list of Toronto's best restaurants. read more

You're transported back in time to an actual diner vibes when you step into Le Swan. Half the menu is french cuisine while the other half is fried and true diner food- true comforts. We stopped by in the night time on a weekend to catch up. The lights are dim and really gives an ambiance to catch up or spill your soul secrets to friends. They have a selection of alcohol to help that as well. We had the beef tartare, string beans and fish and chips (to check off both sides of the menu of french and diner). The beef tartare had a nice mustard flavour, those who are not fans of mustard may not like this. The toasted pieces of bread were nice and crispy and had a great contrast with the soft tartare. The fish and chips took a bit longer than expected to receive but they had a nice charred flavour on them. surprisingly even the green peas that came along with the fish and chips had a nice charred flavour to them. Also surprising that they use fresh peas- not frozen, which was a nice touch. The green beans were also delicious and had the same garlic, smoky char flavour to them that made them taste so good and worth the wait. For alcohol they actually have a selection of orange wine, something you don't commonly see at establishments and I wasn't expecting it from a diner either. read more

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Le Swan, located on Queen St W. near Crawford, is an intimate French Diner offering bistro classics and comfort foods. I've passed by Le Swan many times but never had the chance to try the restaurant until recently. Their offerings range from Steak Frites to Sloppy Joes and even elevated corn dogs. They also have fondue and a great cocktail and wine list. Reservations are definitely recommended as the restaurant is not big and it can get busy quickly. My friend and I decided to dine at Le Swan on a Thursday around 7:15pm. We were lucky enough to sit at the window booth seat. The décor was cute and the place of course had a diner vibe to it. The menu is simple with one side of the menu offering French bistro classics and the other side offering comfort diner foods. Our server was friendly and ready to give us suggestions when we asked. She also gave us plenty of time to decide what to order and also brought us new plates and cutlery with each dish. My friend and I both had 2 drinks each, I opted for 2 glasses of red and my friend had 2 cocktails, both which she enjoyed! Food wise, we ordered the following items: - Salade nicoise: Super light and refreshing salad! Definitely a bistro classic that was elevated. The tuna pieces worked well with all the other components of the salad. Definitely a great start to the meal. Would love to know how that dressing is made! - Steak tartare: A classic steak tartare, can't go wrong with that. Served with crispy mini slices of baguette crackers. My friend and I preferred the steak to be chopped more finely but other than that the seasoning and taste of the tartare was on point. - Steak frites: This dish was delicious! The steak was cooked to a medium rare (they didn't even ask how we wanted our steak when we ordered) but it was cooked perfectly. The fries were as well, slightly thicker than usual and fried well. - Corn dogs: You get 2 corn dogs for the price of $10. These were definitely elevated corn dogs! The batter to sausage ratio was just the right amount. The mayo and jalapeno on top added a nice creaminess and kick to the classic corn dog. Would definitely order this again. - Green beans: Simple ingredients cooked well. There was a slight char taste to the beans but also some other unique spices they cooked the beans in. I can't quite put my finger on what they are but these were great as well. - Banana foster: Lastly, a simple, well executed dessert to end our meal. Good portion and the warm caramelized banana with the vanilla ice cream is a classic. Not too sweet but refreshing as well. Overall, my friend and I definitely enjoyed our time at Le Swan! The food is simple but made well and delicious. Love the concept of the restaurant too where you can order bistro classics and/or diner comfort foods. Definitely do check out Le Swan if you're looking for elevated classics! read more

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Food: 4.5/5 Started off with the fondue, which I was probably most excited for but I did find slightly underwhelming. While still tasty, the portion was a pit small and I found that I enjoyed the rest of the dishes much more. The steak tartare here is FANTASTIC. I almost always order tartare if it's on a menu and le swans is rly up there. Wedge salad was huge! So fresh and crunchy, with a delicate creamy dressing! We were so surprised at the size of the wedge we couldn't even finish all the appetizers ordered. The trout was also a favourite! Perfectly balanced and sooo tasty. We also had the steak frites which was perfectly cooked to a medium rare and so so yummy. Dessert was truly unforgettable! We loved the bananas foster so much we ordered a second one! Perfectly sweet with a nice touch of a caramel and a toasted sugar flavour... I can't stop thinking about it. The chocolate terrine was also delightful... very decadent and I love that they put flaky salt over it which adds some contrast and brings out the richness of the chocolate. But the bananas foster was by far our favourite. Overall, le swan offers excellent food with decent portions at very reasonable prices! Will definitely be back for the Winter menu!! Service 5/5 Thank you so much to the lovely staff here for such a great night! All the servers were so so friendly. They were very knowledgeable about the menu and despite it being busy, they were so attentive. Water glasses were never empty and it never felt difficult to ask for something! Truly such genuine and kind people here that really gives this place that cozy diner feel. Atmosphere 5/5 while not a large place, they still have plenty of seating while not feeling too tight. Absolutely gorgeous interior as well! Not too loud and I also really appreciate that it's not one of those super dark moody places. This is definitely a place that makes you feel so comfortable you can have just fall into a conversation and time just flies. read more

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3.5. It was fine. We got a cute table on the curbside patio. Best part of the meal were the fries and milkshake. Was hoping to try the onion rings but they were unavailable. Enjoyed the green beans as well. Chicken was under seasoned and potato salad a bit too "vinegary" for me. Trout was good. Service was pleasant and the plating of the dishes was very pretty. Menu is scaled down a bit due to covid but would give this place another shot to try a few other items. read more

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Tiny place and it has a very cozy feeling inside. The food was great. We had the fried chicken which was tender and juicy. we had the pork chop and applesauce, the pork chop was tender, and the applesauce tasted good with the pork chops . The steak frites was a slight miss, the steak itself wasn't as tender. The fries was very tasty. read more

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For a date night spot this place should be high up on your list! I took my daughter for her birthday dinner here, and since she's a big fan of anything French, including getting 100% in Grade 9 French, I figured Le Swan should be apropos for her and I was right. The atmosphere is perfect at the cute little tables with just the right amount of lighting, noise level and visual cues letting you imagine you're in France. Great little menu too with comfort food on it. The drinks were amazing as well. I had the "root beer" which had absinthe and bourbon; very impressive with each little sip packing a punch of flavour that I won't easily forget. Looking around we had fun people watching and checking out people on their date nights having the signature cheese fondue and red wine orgies. Actually one couple ordered the fondue and then it was completely returned to the kitchen! Oh well, maybe it wasn't what they expected, but looked super fun for anyone who is ok eating cheese and drinking wine (YES please). I found the prices quite acceptable for the level of service and it was a pleasant experience over all. Jen Agg does it again! Highly recommended! read more

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GREAT PLACE! Onions rings are hitting ALWAYS. Ambiance is great, food is always great. I need to go back for the fondue. Come here with friends or family, especially a date. Always a good time. read more

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This super cool old school French diner in Ossington serves up classics like steak frites and beef tartare as well as some vummy cocktails. Check them out! I Steak Tartare, French Onion Soup, Onion Rings, Oysters, Salad Nicoise, Steak Frites, Chocolate Terrine, Bananas Foster read more

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This diner is the definition of "less is more". I will be completely honest, when I first saw the menu, I found it incredibly underwhelming. Everything sounded quite boring, but I was so happy to be proven completely wrong. I came here for a girls night and the 4 of us ordered a whole bunch of food to share. We got Steak Frites, Green Beans, Tuna Melt, Hot Chicken Sandwich, and Beef Bourguignon. We also shared a bottle of wine and were lucky enough to receive a complementary dessert to share. Such a fun night, and such delicious food. I was so stuffed I could barely walk when we were finished. read more

First time here and loved it! Small French diner, very intimate, perfect date spot. Would come again to try the other things on the menu. Steak Tartare - Yummyyyy! First time having steak tartare and it was goooddd. Licked the whole plate clean. The only thing is that they had sliced pickles in it. I don't like pickles, but I was able to pick it out. There wasn't any lingering pickle taste in the tartare. Steak Frites - Heard great things about the steak frites, so had to get it. Pretty good, but it was a bit too cooked for me. Would've liked it a bit more rare. The fries were so hot and crispy, but it was a tad bit salty. The fries in the mayo dip was yummy Tuna Melt - Ooo that melted cheese! I honestly felt like the tuna melt I make myself at home is quite similar. Regardless it was good, but very filling! read more

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Lively French bistro with dishes that jump out and surprise your tastebuds. My wife and I went here for an early dinner and got: - Onion Rings: Believe the hype - these were great! Super sweet onion, just the right thickness of batter. Mmmmm. - French Onion Soup: This onion offering paled in comparison to the rings. The soup was a tad too salty, and having the bread and cheese on the side - despite the obvious option to dunk it in- was weird (and also led to not enough cheese). - Beef Cheek Bourguignon: Super tender beef, and you can really taste the braising with the wine. - Meatloaf and Mash: Meatloaf was elevated home cooking, while the mash was sublimely smooth. - Bananas Foster: Good caramelization of the bananas with a nice vanilla ice cream dollop to complement it (think the ice cream may have even come from nearby Bang Bang). Value for money was good ($90 with tip for all of this). Service was quick and friendly despite the cramped space and noisy atmosphere. I have to say, I had no expectations for this place, and was pleasantly surprised at how good it was. Le Swan definitely put on a show worthy of an encore. read more

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This diner sucks you from the noise of Queen Street into a quiet, cozy, booth. The music is nostalgic, the staff are incredibly friendly, and the food is incredible. Would highly recommend the corn dogs! Have also tried the steak frites, fried chicken, milkshakes, grilled cheese, and Shirley Temples. The details of this place are what make it so special- I will be back many more times! read more

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**This is a 4.5 star review** There is a lot to like about Le Swan. The ambiance, the attentive and friendly service and some very good food. The place resembles a French diner; it is an intimate place with a few booths and bar stools, dim lighting, and some pictures of swans and swan figurines. Food is a mixture of French and American items. I am not sure why there is a melange of cuisines, but it is eclectic. The standouts in terms of food were the gruyere cheese on the bread in the French onion soup, the smoked trout ritelette, and the onion rings. The meatloaf was pretty good. The cocktails were delicious as well. Service was excellent. Waitress was really on point, she knew her stuff. She was fast and she was very friendly. Overall, a great experience. Make sure to have a reservation, as it's very busy. read more

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Been meaning to write this review for a while! This is a cute spot that really embodies that diner feel with a Parisian twist! First off...I must say,...the service here is amazing! They are really attentive, clean the table after each dish and are really friendly and can make suggestions if you are unsure of what to order. What I like about this place is that the menu is simple and refined. There aren't 40000000 choices. The menu/cuisine is split into 'french style' and a 'diner style' so you can choose from either section. Of course the French side has the classics, while the diner side is more Americanized. My friend and I decided to order a few dishes and share. The salad Nicoise is definitely a must have! I was surprised salad could taste this good - all the flavours and the tang of the dressing just worked well together. The greens stayed crispy bc the dressing in put on the plate first, instead of last (ie it's on the bottom of the plate and not drizzled on the top) I also enjoyed the smoked trout rillette - this is a great dish that's light, but heavy on flavour! The smokiness, with the sharp red onions work well together. The beef cheek bourguignon was my favourite dish. So packed with that red wine flavour and tender pieces of beef. You definitely need to order this dish - you won't regret it. My least favourite was the the chicken fried steak. It's a large portion of chicken steak with gravy and mash, but I felt it tasted really heavy. I could pass on this and do a double order of the beef. Definitely make a reservation bc this is a small space with not a lot of booths. They also apparently do a fondue plate - but only after 11pm! read more

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This is such a fun restaurant. They blend French cuisine with diner style dishes. Some diner favorites are fancied up a bit and some traditional French dishes are made a bit more casually, all very well done. We had corn dog appetizers, French onion soup, beef burgundy and cocktails and loved every bit. The vibe is so comfortable that we stayed long enough to order another round of cocktails after paying our first bill! Staff was very friendly and helpful in recommending things to try. read more

If you want a cozy, warm atmosphere with soft & nostalgic music... go here!! Le Swan has a delicate interior with a feeling of serenity. Would be perfect for an intimate dinner with a small group or a date. Ambiance 10/10. Server was attentive, but also allowed us to enjoy our experience there while remaining helpful. Gave great recommendations & explained dishes well. Service 10/10. Food is spectacular, with traditional French cuisines that have powerful flavors. The tuna melt was delicious and filling. Although, MUST get food item would have to be the onion rings... AMAZING. Food 10/10. Definitely coming back next time I'm in Toronto. I would make a reservation since there is limited seating. read more

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Decided to come back to this restaurant after Jen Agg's urging people not to forget the classics of the restaurant industry. It's super cozy on a January night and the food was solid. Only off putting element was being warned mid way through our meal that the table would be needed soon for another party. If I am not dawdling or doing something to cause delays, it isn't my responsibility to time the meal. We were then asked to eat our desert at the bar, which we declined and thus elicited frosty treatment from our waiter for the rest of the meal. All in all, we left the table five minutes after their expected timing but not with a good feeling at this point in the meal. In my mind, that isn't worth alienating customers for - not sure that I will go back soon on this basis alone. read more

The las time I was here I had a really good time. It was a diner and I was sitting on the patio in the summertime. In this reincarnation, it is a French diner. A small menu which for me could have used a few more choices in each offering (starters to dessert) but that being said what I did order, the beef cheek bourgignon was perfect. Tender, flavourful beef accompanied by the tastiest carrots I have ever had. Hands-down....I would order that again! I also tried the meatloaf which was delicious but I would not trade it for the beef cheek. I also had the aperitif called La Vie Un Rose. Perfect refreshing cocktail I would have loved order more but they ran out of the ingredients to make it. It's a busy spot so I recommend you make a reservation. It's loud so if you are wanting a quiet, romantic table - my friends not happening. It's a difficult space for big groups because the place is so narrow. Think of a big group as 4 per table. There is one big table but thats all. Customer service is great even though it's so busy. It was kind of nice that everyone acknowledges you as you leave. PS...washroom is fantastic. read more

Amazing food Amazing ambiance ,Service was A1 Cant complain my new favorite spot !!!!! read more

Le Swan - Salade Nicoise & Steak Tartare - French Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Came here for a weekend lunch for a table of 2 around 1pm on a Sunday and there were a few tables left. The quality of food is really good but it is expensive as an everyday diner meal. The interior is so cute, old school classy vintage vibes, its like you stepped back in time. The service is amazing here, they wipe the table after every dish and change your plates even for lunch. Smoked trout toilette was good, the caviar on top really makes it extra fancy and comes with a pancake. The Jambon & Raclette on a Baguette was basic but done well, the bread was crispy and chewy and the jambon was high quality. The chicken fried steak was again basic but done well, the meat was tender and the gravy was very savoury. It tastes like home. Its really heavy with the mashed potatoes and there's no vegetables at all or anything to cut the fat. And lastly theBeef Cheek Bourguignon again the meat was so tender, and it was so savoury, it was so umami. It was all very comfort food that didn't hold back on the butter. read more

Le Swan - French Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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I already reviewed Le Swan in 2018 (5 stars) but I'm just touching base with y'all to let you know it's CONSISTENTLY EXCELLENT. Food, drinks, service, atmosphere, wow, wow, wow, wow. That's some resto-bar alchemy right there. True, it's not your typical menu, but typical is so typical. This is currently my favourite spot in Toronto. read more

The food here was amazing! The decor is homey and intimate feeling with a relaxed atmosphere. We ordered the steak frites, onion rings, green beans and Jambon and raclette baguette. The steak frites and green beans were amazing!! Quite possibly the best steak frites I've ever had. It was crispy on the outside but so tender and perfectly medium rare in the middle. It was flavourful and beautifully cooked. The green beans had some acidic/savoury sauce that was unique and delicious and it was topped with some crushed almonds. The onion rings are quite popular there but I personally did not enjoy them as much. They were a bit soft/soggy in terms of the batter and there was not much of a crunch. The onion itself was very sweet and fresh. The baguette was what you would expect and had some sweet jam/marmalade in it as well. There wasn't really a wow factor and was savoury with a hint of sweetness. Overall the experience was amazing and service was attentive. I would definitely return to order the steak frites and green beans. read more

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If you've read my reviews of other Jen Agg spots before, you know there are three things her restaurants consistently do well: alcoholic beverages, impeccable service and beautiful bathrooms. However, food at her spots, for my taste, has ranged from fantastic to less impressive (sorry, GG, sorry). I had Le Swan on my list for the sheer amount of items they have with melted cheese, which I love. However, I am no longer able to drink alcoholic drinks, so I was a bit nervous that the experience wasn't going to be a home run. Came in for lunch on a Saturday and snagged the beauty of a booth in the window. Service was as expected - friendly, thoughtful, on point. Bravo. Bathrooms lived up to expectations as well. I loved the coat hooks at the end of the booths (they are small seats) and the music was cool too. We shared : Onion rings . If you know me, you know that if there are onion rings on a menu, I'm ordering them. These were amazing, and brought our final review from a 4 to 5 stars. If you also like onion rings, do yourself a favour and get these. Grilled cheese w tomato soup - grilled cheese sandwich part was pedestrian, edible and yummy but nothing unique or earth shattering. Tomato soup I can't judge because I've been weird about tomatoes lately but husband gave positive comments and finished it all. Tuna melt - YAAAAAAS. Yes. Thank you. Yes. I don't even want to ruin the surprises for you by saying too much but if you even KIND OF like tuna melts, order this. Did not need the hot sauce on the side it was damn fine standing on its own. Sober lunch for two was $35. Gonna go back for rings and tuna 100%. Yay! read more

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