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Food here was really good. Came here from out of town on a Saturday night. I didnt have reservations, but came here after I called in to see if they were able to take two in a few minutes. When we got there, it took a few minutes to get a table ready for us, but we were seated shortly after. We were served by a waitress named Emily and she was very courteous. We ordered the the lobster dragon dumplings and they were really good. We also ordered the lobster and red shrimp pad thai. It was presented wrapped up in a egg wrapping and peanuts on the outside edge. This dish was so very good It was filling enough for two people. For drinks, we has the secret meeting cocktail and it hit the spot. So yummy. Ambiance was beautiful and classy. Such a beautiful spot
Lee is flashy and lavish, and the experience delivers in some ways and falls short in others. I loved the decor and thought the service was very attentive. The signature salad was good, but wildly overpriced just for the experience of watching them toss the salad at your table. The fried tofu dish was fine, but I found it weird that they used a tofu that is closer to silken than extra firm. The accompanying sauce was tasty. Drinks looked good on the menu, the ingredients were very thoughtful, but upon drinking them I wasn't blown away. But they are still good! I didn't have anything off of the dessert menu but I was impressed by how considered it was. Dessert is often an afterthought and cash grab at restaurants. This was not; the desserts looked fascinating and different.
We went to Lee for dinner. The Signature Singapore Slaw was excellent -- I enjoyed the wonderful mix of textures and flavours. 5 stars The other dishes were fine (e.g. Shrimp cheung fun, chicken), but not as outstanding at the slaw. Service was good. Beautiful restaurant.
I really enjoyed my experience at Lee. From the inventive menu to the superb service, it was a meal to remember. The wait staff were so friendly, welcoming and knowledgeable. They checked in just the right amount, offered great recommendations, and never made us feel rushed despite us staying for hours! My group of 3 ordered two appetizers and two mains to share (family style) and were very full by the end of our meal. Every dish was presented beautifully. We also each ordered a cocktail from their extensive drink list. Standout Dishes: 1. Their signature slaw is an absolute delight. 25 ingredients that they explain while mixing and prepping the salad tableside. Perfect level of crunch, unique vegetables, just fantastic. 2. The black cod dish is phenomenal. The fish literally melts in your mouth and the accompaniments are also very tasty. We also ordered the crab cake and green curry chicken, both of which we felt were a let down compared to the other items. The cocktails were also very underwhelming for the steep price. Amazing experience but I'd say the food itself can be hit or miss.
Located in the Waterworks Building the restaurant has a separate entrance facing Richmond Street. Despite having been in the restaurant industry for years Lee is still very popular. On a Monday night the restaurant was full. Our reservations were for 6 and by 7:30 the restaurant was full. Food is very Asian fusion and is served with the intent of eating family style. Being Chinese there were lots of dishes with familiar names that I grew up with ie., Cheung fun and Tong Yuen. We were a group of three and the recommendation was 4-6 dishes. What was ordered: The Singapore style slaw (signature dish) Cheeseburger Spring Rolls Luckee Spicy Shrimp Cheung Fun (signature dish) Pad Thai (with shrimp and lobster) Apple Tarte Tatin - dessert Signature Tong Yuen - dessert Caesar Element (non alcoholic) The Emperor (drink of the night) Presentation is excellent. The slaw is mixed table side with a full explanation of what's in it. The cheeseburger spring rolls were different and are served with lettuce wrapped around a deep fried spring roll filled with beef and cheese. The lettuce helped break up what could have been a heavy appetizer. The only part we didn't really like was the filing which had a bit of a pasty consistency. The Cheung fun is a a different spin and despite being labelled spicy it wasn't really at all. Service is professional and attentive. This is considered fine dining so prices are at the upper end but the experience was great.
We are in Toronto for TIFF50 to see a film directed by and starred in by a client of nearly 30 years. The evening prior to the film premiere we attended a dinner in the client's honor hosted by his personal manager. This is the restaurant the manager and his spouse selected for the dinner, which seemed to be for about 25-30 people. They selected LEE based on a past visit they had made to Toronto when they discovered this gem of a restaurant. We had a private room for this affair. However, having had the chance to move around the restaurant it is lovely and upscale. No one would be embarrassed in bringing a special someone here. The menu this evening was pre-selected and diverse. It was even longer than shown in the photo I provided, as there were 2 or 3 additional dishes. Every dish went from simply great to amazing. Our favorite though was the second course, which was the Signature Singaporean Slaw (my wife thought she took a photo of this salad, but sadly was mistaken, as it was presented as a colorful tower that then was tossed at the table). There was ample glasses of wine too throughout the evening, so many there was no way to count. Our hosts put on an absolutely spectacular event. Bravo. However, I am certain based on all the dishes we sampled that anyone coming here, even for a quiet casual dinner will be knocked out by the special presentations and tastes. I also recall the lead server mentioning the chef had been on one of the top chef master shows, which came as no surprise. I will add a few photos I took of a couple of dishes. Any blurry photos though I attribute to my wife!
Fantastic experience here at Lee at the Waterworks during Summerlicious 2025! The first impression at this, the last day of 'Licious with the place oozing with a well-dressed crowd ready to have a party in the mouth that evening in July, was that the place was vibing so much it almost took down the building. Every table was occupied when I arrived, and I was happy to chill out by the bar and look over the cocktail menu. Cool that they had a drink called Shanghai 75 since my friend was from there, bonus! The menu selections were expertly picked, of course, and gave a good sense of the theme of this Asian fusion food and how the chef thinks. Take a look at my pictures and set your sights on another 'Licious coming up for one of these fun events. Think of 'Licious as much more bold and light hearted way to enjoy some of Toronto's finest restaurants and see how well they work under pressure, which make these so popular and so much fun!
Dinner at Lee Restaurant: flavour-packed, beautifully plated, and good service! We got: * The Catalan wild cod croquettes * 7-spiced braised beef baos * The Malaysian-style black peppercorn beef * French apple tarte tatin - my favourite dessert of the night. Warm, flaky, and not too sweet. * Sai Mai Lo All from the Summerlicious menu and every dish was full of fun, layered flavours. Highlight: * The Singapore style slaw (off the regular menu): stunning to look at and to eat. So much texture, colour, and depth. A must-order. The whole experience was amazing with delicious food, thoughtful presentation, beautiful decor, and good service.
Finally got to try the place my cousins the Lees "own". And I have to say, I'm impressed! Asians do make the best food! We tried their top chef curry roasted chicken and I can see why they won top chef! Meat is tender, skin is crispy and the curry! Goes real well with the chicken! Coconut rice cake was pretty good too! It's not like korean rice cake, tasted more like fa gao, giving it a nice texture. Char siu bbq duck with Peking garnish was pretty good too. I love how the breast meat has a nice balance of meat to skin, so its not too oily and it makes the meat tender too. Peking wrap was kinda cold, so that threw me off alittle. But overall its still amazing! Shrimp was juicy and tender, but nothing too wow about it. But good quality! The chef even came out to greet us and have a quick chat with us! That was a nice touch, service and ambiance is nice too!! Would totally come back for it again!
Lee is hands-down one of my favourite restaurants in Toronto, and for good reason. Chef Susur Lee has created a dining experience that feels both high-class and welcoming, with a gorgeous dining room, beautifully plated dishes, and service that is consistently friendly and attentive. We started the evening with cocktails, which were not only delicious but also visually stunning. They set the perfect tone for the night. The food here is where Lee truly shines. The signature Singapore Style Slaw is a must-order: a colourful tower of over 20 ingredients, tossed together tableside. It is refreshing, crunchy, and full of vibrant flavours that you will remember long after the meal. The spicy Thai crab cake was another highlight, with just the right amount of heat and a perfectly crisp exterior that gave way to tender, flavourful crab. For mains, we shared the lobster and shrimp pad thai, which elevated a familiar dish into something special with silky noodles, a rich sauce, and sweet, succulent seafood tying it all together. The Top Chef curry roasted chicken lived up to its name, with juicy, tender meat and a deeply fragrant curry that was both comforting and refined. To finish, the black sesame crème brûlée was a showstopper. Creamy, nutty, and perfectly caramelized on top, it was an elegant twist on a classic dessert and the perfect ending to the meal. Every plate at Lee is a balance of creativity, precision, and flavour. It is fine dining that does not feel pretentious, just truly memorable. This is the kind of restaurant you come back to again and again, whether it is a special occasion or simply because you want to treat yourself. Easily a 5 out of 5.
An upscale and ambient spot for date night or catching up with friends! We decided to get a variety of dishes to share, and everyone agreed that the Singapore slaw was the highlight. I also enjoyed the miso cod and the Thai crab cake. The restaurant had a lot of servers which was nice, but they didn't seem to communicate often/well with one another - e.g. a server started taking away our dish as we were still eating.
They have both a la cart and tasting menu with 8 courses. The a la cart menu was pretty big so we wanted to try some of the items. The Singapore Slaw is definitely a must-order and their signature dish. Also enjoyed the black cod and Thai crab cakes. Interior is very modern and classy. I thought the service could've been a bit better. Servers were attentive, but there seemed to be some confusion sometimes - one server came to tell us our last dish is on its way and another server came 1 min after asking if he can clear the plates... just thought service would be more organized.
What a beautiful experience! I haven't been to this new location since it opened. I was floored at how big it is and how beautiful it is. We have reservations and so we were seated quite quickly. Our server explained to us the holiday special drink, and we were both intrigued so we got it. Of course we had the slaw. I have to say it's not as great as I remember it, but it was decent. The food we had was all vegetarian, and it was insanely flavourful.
2 years ago
Came here during Summerlicious and tried their Summerlicious menu. There was a choice of appetizer, a main and dessert for $75. We had the salmon gravlax, the spicy adobo chicken satay as appetizers, the Caribbean jerk pork rib and the halibut en croute for the entrees and the sai mai Lo and the strawberry rhubarb almond tart for dessert. The salmon and the chicken satay were very good and flavours were excellent. The pork rib flavour was good but was a bit dry in some places. The halibut was excellent and perfectly done. The sai mai Lo was amazing and so refreshing. The strawberry rhubarb tart was good but wasn't anything special. Definitely the sai mai Lo stuck out. We sat in the patio and had a great view of the courtyard. The service was excellent and very attentive. read more
It took me a bit to realize that they have moved. I used to pass by their old location on king st and it was always bustling and hectic. This new location is quieter and somehow I find it more fitting to the restaurant's image. We came for small family reunion for an early dinner around 17:30. At that time the restaurant was not too full but there are some tables occupied already. The noise level is low surprisingly given how all the downtown restaurants are generally loud. The service was great, waitress was attentive and informative. We ordered 5 dishes, all to be shared: Signature singaporean slaw - we came knowing we have to get this since it is their most famous item. A couple of people in the family does not like cilantro and we forgot to confirm if it is part of the ingredients, which it is. However, the cilantro wasn't strong at all due to the way they chop them and that was a good experience. The plum sauce makes this a sweeter salad, and I couldn't really taste the calamansi. Best part is the variety of textures, love the combination of the 24 ingredients. BBQ chicken bao - nothing to rave about, tho the bao itself was very soft and fluffy. Signature cheeseburger spring roll - another item that we knew we had to get given its reputation, and it lived it up to it. Delicious and unique experience. Tho I would opt out of the bacon, since it's caramelized and took away the savory joy of the cheeseburger. Signature "luckee" shrimp cheung fun - also nothing to rave about. The shrimp at the top has a little bit of spice and I enjoyed. I understand the need for a thicker cheung fun skin for structure, but I didn't enjoy the mouthfeel to it. I'd rather have the original dim sum cheung fun. Asian slow braised beef - Beef melted in your mouth but the maitake mushroom won the plate. The general flavor profile of the dishes is sweet, either from the sauce, e.g. plum sauce of the slaw, or some component of each dish, e.g. bacon in the cheeseburger spring roll. I'd say the slow braised beef was the most savory of them all. Overall it's just okay. For the price point, I don't think it's a repeatable restaurant, just not worth it. But if you have never tried, then sure you can drop by. read more
I've gotten to eat at Lee a few times and each time found the meal to be delicious. Standouts included the Coleslaw, Sashimi, Salmon tartare, Cheeseburger Lettuce Wraps, Black Miso Cod, and the Molton Lava Cake. Highly recommend trying Chef Lee's take on the Indian dish "Pani Puri" (he makes it with an avocado crema). The interior is warm, modern and upscale. I had the opportunity to dine here for a wedding dinner, and the large private dining room in the back was beautiful (I really liked the Japanese artwork on display). Service has been consistently great each time I've gone. I really appreciate that the staff takes the time to explain each dish and mix / pour out portions. Highly recommend trying Lee! read more
I'd rate 4.5 if I could. I had been waiting to try this resto for a long time and finally made a visit for my husband's birthday dinner. The resto is located in the heart of Toronto and is very spacious. We were warmly welcomed at the entrance. A host and servers were all pleasant and well trained. We ordered their signature dish called Singapore slaw with tuna, black cod and French and Chinese Tong Yuen for dessert. All the dishes were delicious and nicely presented. Price for each dish is high but portion is big. read more
From watching Mr. Lee cooking on YouTube to then eating at his restaurant, what an experience it's been. All the dishes were so creative and well executed. Of course the Singaporean Slaw is a must try; however, the Shrimp Cheung Fun (spelled the Hong Kong way) was the star of the show. The taste was so authentic but with a modern twist. The shrimp and chilis on top plus the sweet soy sauce on the bottom brought the Cheung Fun to a whole new level. Lastly the service was impeccable, wonderful experience over all! read more
2 years ago
nothing was particularly bad but this felt overpriced. the cheeseburger spring rolls felt gimmicky and definitely would skip next time. service was and ambiance was very good though. read more
2 years ago
2 years ago
One of my fav spots! Amazing food, amazing drinks, and even better service. Truly reccomend it to anyone I know. read more
We made a reservation here for a birthday dinner and it did not disappoint. It definitely creates an intimate atmosphere with attention to detail, from the lighting fixtures to plating to staff. Many pleasant surprises for each dish that arrived, our party was impressed with the creative take on Asian fusion. Highly recommend this experience since the type of cuisine is not classic Asian fusion, it's so unique and great for special occasions. Chef Lee really works the dishes into a special niche. All dishes were fantastic and our server, Grey, was amazing! Top favourites: Singapore slaw (delicious, even for those at our table who dislike vegetables!), caramelized cod, and steamed dumplings (the chilli oil to dip it in is AMAZING). One note: we did have to move seats since the table we started at was rocky and the manager advised that the table stand would take time to be fixed safely. The tables are a little small for larger parties, so maximum I would recommend for comfortable seating and not overflowing plates for the space is a table of 6. There is a private room available for private events as well. Last note is for those looking to bring cake, their cake fee is $50 flat. read more
Is Lee worth the hype? This is what my friends and I have been wondering since Chef Lee first opened his flagship restaurant downtown. We finally made it to this new location and the verdict is: the Singapore Slaw is 100% worth the hype - the other dishes are delicious but comparable to other restaurants. What differentiates Lee from any other Asian fusion joint aside from its namesake is the experience. Every dish presented was included with a detailed description from the server and the slaw was mixed beautifully. Our waiter cleaned the table after each dish and cheerfully answered our questions about Chef Lee and his family. (Shoutout Quinn) The drinks: Birds of Nirvana - Sweet, fruity, cute decoration Shanghai - Light, citrusy Island gem - Strong The food: Singapore slaw - Delicious and worth the hype as mentioned; I found a hair in mine so they took it off the bill and even offered a new one. This is the only reason I docked a star. We liked that they described every ingredient in the slaw! No secrets at Lee. Lobster orzo pad thai - A special they had for the night: lobster portion was generous, tamarind sauce was given on the side. Textbook pad thai in my opinion. Luckee shrimp cheung fun - Liked the heat and the shrimp size :) Cheeseburger spring rolls - Was hard to wrap my head around the concept at first. The texture of the spring roll complimented the beef really well, having it on a bed of lettuce and tomato was really clever. Compliments to the chef. Golden sand crispy tofu - Delicious as well, a friend didn't like that the chili glaze had that apricot/apple flavour from the osmanthus. I personally liked it a lot! We'll be back for the slaw, and to meet Chef Lee one day with the brothers. read more
2 years ago
This is my favorite meal from my recent trip to Toronto! I've heard many great reviews of the signature Singapore style slaw and with our server recommending it to us as well, we had to try it out and were blown away by how delicious veggies could possibly taste. From the initial presentation to the explanation of the dish while they tossed it for us, I was amazed by every aspect of it. The luckee shrimp cheung fun had so many flavors and textures to it, making each bite such an experience. It looks small but is quite filling. The Asian slow braised beef was delicious as well but personally not something I'd order again. It had a very strong flavor that became slightly overwhelming after a few bites. We also got some black sesame crème brûlée (and some other dessert on the house which I can't remember what it was), which was the perfect way to end our meal. As an Asian who doesn't enjoy super sweet desserts, that crème brûlée was just enough to satisfy my post-dinner sweet tooth craving. Absolutely loved my entire dining experience here and can't wait to return again! read more
I love Susur Lee and I love his restaurant. Let me start with the restaurant because you're probably here looking up a place to eat. Well, you won't be disappointed by Lee Restaurant. It is famous for the Singapore Slaw, which happens to be absolutely delicious. A medley of ingredients with a citrusy dressing that is heavenly. This is an Asian fusion restaurant. I've tried a number of things on my two visits here so far, and I don't think there is anything that I have had that I wouldn't recommend. Just some more mind blowing than others. Susur Lee was an Iron Chef amongst many other amazing accomplishments and accolades. That isn't what impresses me about him though. It's his humility and strong connection to his Chinese roots. He's an ambassador for Asian cuisine and he does it with conviction. Thank you for the great food and I look forward to eating here again. And again. read more
The long and short is was it worth the price for a prix fixed menu? I want to say no. The dining experience was nice being in this beautiful atmosphere but the food overall didn't meet my expectations. The service was good with them wiping down our table three times to pick up food debris that was on it. However our server seemingly was trying so hard to please us. This is a high end restaurant but the server didn't come across as exhibiting a calm demeanor yet I know he meant well. He seemed to be amped up and animated. I'd like people to be professional and natural in waiting on customers. A lower tone of voice would be appreciated. One thing that dismays me is when the food looks better than it tastes. I felt that was true here. Creativity is aesthetically pleasing visually but along with that brings higher expectations. The food was not bad but wasn't exceptional. It was a quiet place to hold a conversation with dinner partner. The entrees I had are on the menu are attached. read more
4 months ago
2 years ago
During a short weekend trip to Toronto, my husband and I had the pleasure of dining at Lee. We sat at the patio which thankfully did not rain that night. The ambiance inside the restaurant was gorgeous and definitely hope to dine inside next time for a visit. The service was amazing and each waiter/waitress who was at our table recommended amazing dishes and some that truly were spectacular and nothing we had before. Now for the food. We started off with three apps: signature slaw (with salmon on the side), steamed chicken dumplings (recommendation from our waitress) and this night's special of beef carpaccio with tempura shrimp (they had three options that were only going to be served that night - all options looked delicious but we settled on the beef carpaccio to balance out the rest of the items we wanted to order). The signature slaw was truly to die for and the flavor components that went into the slaw blended beautifully to create a different taste profile for each bite. The salmon nigiri on the side definitely enhanced it for us as well and left us absolutely speechless. Definitely can come back to Lee for just this one item and be absolutely satisfied. The steam chicken dumplings were great as well but not a true standout. It was a very well executed dumplings with a light soy sauce base. The beef carpaccio was okay. If you were to eat each component of the dish separately it tasted good but together, my husband and I agreed that we weren't sure what it was trying to accomplish. Up next was entrees. We had the mandarin chicken and slow braised beef (recommended by our waitress). This mandarin chicken was similar to the slaw where we were absolutely blown away with the taste. We were savoring each bite and I believe this dish embodied both the Asian and French fushion concept. Again, if we only ordered the slaw and this chicken entree, it would be absolutely enough. The slow braised beef was also very delicious but the chicken was the star. Last but not least is the dessert. To keep it true to heart, we decided to order the shaved halo halo. It was good and a bit tart for what we are used to but nonetheless very tasty. Overall, Lee had amazing stand out dishes and we would be happy to dine here again! read more
Dinner at Lee was a great way to celebrate a birthday. The service, as expected, was spectacular - the attention to detail (cleaning up the table between courses) and overall attentiveness (e.g. always quick to refill water). The Singaporean Slaw was a one of a kind flavour bomb with an interesting variety of textures at play. The Top Chef Singaporean Roasted Chicken was unfortunately not as good as expected. It felt like too much was going on. The chicken itself was bland and while the accompaniments are likely meant to be the primary source of flavour, it felt a bit mish mashed. The Wild Alaskan Black Cod was probably the BEST fish dish I've ever had! Every component was delicious and melded together well. Our dessert, the Chocolate Peanut Butter Bar, was rich and dense, though I wish the bar itself had more textural variety. It felt like chomping into a stick of (albeit delicious) butter. read more
3 years ago
My partner and I had a lovely dinner last night. The signature slaw was outstanding. What was also outstanding was the service. Lauren was our server and she was inviting and warm and also a real professional. My partner said, "you can tell she's an experienced server" She anticipated our needs beautifully and really made our experience memorable. The team of bartenders and waitstaff also supported this feeling. Dishes were cleared and cutlery replaced with an efficiency that told us they were always watching without making us feel watched. We genuinely felt taken care of. read more
4 years ago
If you order anything, make sure you order the Singapore Slaw! You know it's a great dish when you think about it for days afterwards. Everything about it was perfect - the sauce, the textures, the freshness, the mountain of layers that you marvel at before the person standing tableside tosses the slaw for you! The Curry Chicken was good and the chicken was perfectly cooked. The spiced pineapples were one of my favourite bites of the night as well! The green onion flatbread to go with the dish was a bit dry in my opinion. Something felt amiss with this dish, I don't think I'd order it again! The Cheeseburger Spring Rolls were very tasty, and I appreciate the concept here. A nice surprise as you bite into the crunchy spring roll and oozy cheesy beef comes pouring out! The Passionfruit & Mango Panna Cotta was delicious. Smooth and creamy with tons of acidity and brightness from the fruit. The crispy crepe on the side was also a great touch. read more
5 years ago
Ambience - Would recommend for a cute intimate dinner. Definitely a vibe, low light, a bar, & a dining room seating area. Cozy. Comfy. Chic. Service- our waiter was +++ attentive to our group of 7. Was able to explain the menu thoroughly. Answered any questions we had, was very patient. Cleaned our tables between entrees, and even gave us new sharing plates and cutlery after the first round of appetizers had passed. Guided us very confidently through the menu, and was friendly, personable and great! Food & Drinks - 1) Singaporean Style Slaw. Basically a must try. 20 fresh ingredients, almost like a chopped slaw salad that brings out both crunchy, savoury, and fresh combined. No other way, but to say...try it! 2) Chicken gyozas- good to share. Comes with 8. Perfect crisp. Filling inside, and sweet, savoury sauce to top it. 3) char-siu bao. Flavourful and filling. Comes with 2, with a sauce on the side. Char-siu speaks for itself! Sweet, pork cuts, filling!! 4) Chiang Mai Pad Thai - RECOMMENDED! one of the best pad Thais I've tried, and would come back to order this again! Wrapped in an egg wrap with noodles inside, mixed with seafood & topped with shrimp. You can't go wrong. Savoury, generous portions. 5) Asian Slow Braised Beef - Big braised beef in the middle, falls so tender onto your fork. Potato leek purée around the brisket, mushrooms, and a sweet, flavourful sauce. Tasty!! Had so much I took some home!! 6) Drink - ordered the winter sangria. Rose wine, red wine, liqueurs and a mix of various fruits, made for a "hit home" type of drink. Especially on a winter-y night. Great mix of flavours, almost can't taste the liquor in it! Price point - $$$ Parking - various parking spots on different streets or a nearby private parking lot approx 3-4 min walk on Portland. Overall experience, the flavours, the fresh ingredients, attentive service and unique items is what makes this chef Susur Lee's restarting a MUST-TRY! He really put thought into an amazing dining experience. read more
Came here for a group dinner with very high expectations, and had many hits with just one miss. Slaw - this is a must order. So tasty, so many textures, and a delicious and beautiful start to the meal. Burrata - never had burrata like this. A cold dish with Chinese flavors over a luxurious ball of gooey cheese. Very delicious and unique. Chicken bao - everyone loved these. Beautiful buns, really succulent chicken, and nice veg inside. Curry chicken - we had such high expectations for this, and it was the biggest letdown of the dinner unfortunately. The chicken skin was a bit flabby, there were unexpected bits of cartilage which I actually usually like but just was not expected in this presentation, and the onion pancakes didn't have good texture - to dry and stiff. "Pad thai" - only very loosely resembles pad thai and uses orzo pasta. Shrimp were cooked well and this was a tasty dish. Desserts really shined here. The tong Yuen was so decadent and interesting. I loved all the textures. It was a touch on the acidic side for me, but I loved it! Matcha panna cotta - this would be my first pick. Just the right amount of matcha, beautiful sauces, and really delicious sticky rice as well. read more
This dining experience was quite the treat, the food, the service, and the ambience were wonderful. From the outside, this place is an expecting. You could easily walk by and not know you just walked by one of the best restaurants in Toronto. Chef Lee has become quite the celebrity, thanks to TikTok and Instagram. I was very excited about dining here, and glad I had the pleasure to do so. Decor-We sat outside, so I can't really critique the decor on the inside of this restaurant. The tables outside were clean neatly organized and close together. Service-i've got to say, the service here was spectacular. Our server was upbeat, very pleasant, and very knowledgeable about the menu. Food-this is where the fun really starts, the food is eccentric and the flavors are quite the experience. Every dish was a surprise, even though not every dish deserved 5/5 stars, it was still quite the experience. Singapore style slaw-100/5 Stars!!! I'm not entirely sure what the 20 ingredients are of this dish, but they work perfectly together, it's like a well practiced symphony partying in your mouth. This dish has so many levels of textures from crunch, too wet, to dry, and it is just the perfect dish. Oyster shooters-2.5/5 stars. This dish was a miss for us, we didn't care for the flavors too much, and frankly, it was overpriced. Would not order this again. Indochine Rack of Lamb-2.5/5 stars. Our waiter recommended this dish and I'll say it was good, but missed the five star rating. I wish we would've tried something a little more Asian inspired. French and Chinéese Tong Yuen-100/5 Stars. This has to be the most interesting and flavorful dessert I've had this year. As you take your first bite, your hit with a fruity sorbet flavor, and then it turns into a chocolatey nutty treat at the end of the bite. It's a large bite, but your rewarded with every chew and it just works!!! Can't wait to be back. read more
5 years ago
Asian fine dining on king street from iron chef susur lee - can't wait...right? Having been hyped up by his sons YouTube channel bent lee, I really wanted to check out why so many people were talking about lee. That Singapore slaw (this salad with like 30 ingredients) and that curry chicken. Singapore slaw w/ sashimi (25$+20$) It's a viet salad. I said it. Lemon grass. Carrots. A bunch of other veggies all shredded up with some nice sauces. It's basically a rice roll at phoanhvu but deconstructed. Add some sashimi for the flavour of fat, at a steep price. Curry chicken with onion pancake (30$) It's a hainan chicken style with a few drops of curry and a poorly done Chinese onion pancake. It barely resembles curry as it's splattered on the dish underneath, and the pancake was lukewarm and hard. Beef roast w/potatoes (30$) By far the best dish. But this is just a Canadian Sunday dinner? Beef is warm and very tender. Loved the potatoes. Charles would not repeat. Not even if his income doubled. read more
First time trying Lee with a group of friends (5 of us total). Service was absolutely amazing with extremely knowledgeable servers (shoutout to Sam). Our group tried the tasting menu for $100 each and was well worth the price of admission getting to try a wide variety of what the restaurant offered. Each dish came out and was explained in detail so you know exactly what you're getting. Started with a Summer Sangria (not part of the tasting menu) and was very surprised when a cart was rolled over table side to get my drink served fresh which I would definitely recommend. The food came out at a good pace and got to enjoy everything as it came. Our tasting menu came with: Appetizers -Singapore Style Slaw: the Signature dish of the restaurant. It was a good mix of freshness, flavours, and textures. -Oyster shots: part of the specials for the day. Oyster in a shot of dashi broth and caviar. Bursting with umami -Bacon Cheeseburger Spring Rolls: eat them like tacos as per the recommendation. Definitely emulated a bacon cheeseburger in spring roll form. Mains -Pan Seared Diver Scallops and Chorizo: Fresh seared scallops and chorizo -Wild Alaskan Caramelized Black Cod: the favourite of our table. Delicious flaky cod in a nice miso sauce with mashed radish on the side -Indochine Rack of Lamb: Rack of lamb using a bit more Indian flavours and it honestly worked really well -Top Chef Curry Roasted Chicken: the Signature main dish. Chicken was moist in a curry. Would have liked a bit more sauce, but honestly everything worked well together Dessert -French and Chinese Tang Yuen: New take on the classic Chinese dessert that worked really well with a unique combination of ingredients -Rhubarb Tart: special for the day and was pleasantly surprised. Not usually that big on rhubarb but this worked really well and wasn't too sweet. Overall, good experience with the tasting menu and would recommend everyone to try at least once. read more
This is my third time here and the Singapore slaw never fail to disappoint. All the ingredients in the slaw work so perfectly together. I will keep coming back solely for the slaw. The cheeseburger spring rolls were also a hit amongst our group. Although one is very filling! We also tried their lobster and shrimp parmenter which was also delicious. I wasn't as impressed with our mains. It's my second time trying the highly rated Masterchef curry chicken dish but I can't seem to love it. There's just something about the various of flavours mixed together - I wasn't a fan. The salmon wasn't bad but didn't leave a lasting impression. The braised beef was probably my favourite dish out of all three. The matcha pana cotta was delicious and such a perfect way to end the meal! I would order this again. I also tried the dark chocolate pot de creme which was also unique and rich. We were a group of four and our sever suggested ordering two summerlicious sets, and adding on additional mains and apps. This was a great suggestion! The dinner service was a bit slow. We arrived around 6:45pm and left around 10:15pm. read more
4 years ago
If you get a chance to visit Toronto, Lee should be at the very top of your list for dining experiences. Make a reservation in advance. It is a sought after destination because the food is an adventure in tasty flavor! The restaurant has lots of outdoor seating and is alive with energy. Don't miss it! read more
1 year ago
Came from NYC to try Sursur Lee's restaurant and boy are we glad we did. Still a meal we talk about going back to Toronto to have again. We had an early dinner reservation on a Saturday. The restaurant space is beautifully designed, dimly lit but not too dark where you can't see. Service was great from beginning to end. Our biggest treat was seeing Sursu Lee himself walking around the restaurant and serving food it looked like. My husband and I had 8 dishes to share together. We are pretty big eaters so average sized eaters will probably be full off not as many dishes honestly. We ordered the Singaporean slaw, cheeseburger spring rolls, tuna tartare, spicy shrimp cheong fun, burrata, scallops (can't remember the name but they used lobster bisque as the sauce), chicken satay, and ended with the French and Chinese tong yuen for dessert. With every dish that came out the servers would describe the ingredients and how it's supposed to be eaten if there was a specific instruction. While every dish was delicious and amazing in its own way, we were truly blown away by the slaw and cheeseburger spring rolls. Hard to believe a salad is my favorite dish but the textures and flavors mixed together were truly amazing. I don't have anything negative to say about the food at all. Definitely a place worth trying, and a restaurant we would be traveling back to Toronto for. Most of our food came out within a decent amount of time of each other besides our scallops which they did apologize for. We had such a great experience here from beginning to end. We flew into Toronto with the intention of having dinner here, which and could not be happier that we did. read more
3 years ago
Celebrated my anniversary at Lee. Atmosphere was amazing but the food was even better! The server was very nice and explained the menu in detail as well as her favorite dishes. We ordered the duck confit, signature Singapore salad, and the salmon tartare tacos! The Singapore salad is a must try, it had an incredible depth to it. As a bonus we got to personally meet chef Susur Lee which was the highlight of my night. read more
3 years ago
Susur Lee is a culinary wizard, and his food is black magic. Without a doubt the best meal that my partner and I have ever had. If I could've ate here every day on my trip to Toronto I absolutely would have. We started with the Oyster Shooters, then the Singapore Slaw, the Luckee Shrimp Cheung Fun, and finished it off with the Miyazaki A5 Wagyu Striploin, which I will admit, was the best food I have ever put into my mouth. Everything was absolutely perfect and our server Will made the entire experience better than we could've ever imagined. read more
2 years ago
Everything is next level. The service. The food. The 21 ingredient slaw and cheeseburger rolls were to die for read more
Lee Restaurant was easy to spot from the street with its bright red sign. As I entered the restaurant the check in was right by the door. My only bad / unpleasing experience was at the check in. The two girls at the desk were not welcoming whatsoever. I had bar seating reservation and was wearing a long coat but they did not even ask / offer to me that they had a coat check. I had to ask my waitress after the fact if they did since there was no where to hang my coat at the bar. They two at the front were really unpleasant. Luckily the rest of the staff was kind but if that's how you are greeted in an unfriendly way it definitely brings down the experience. The food was amazing. Loved the salad and ceviche! Also the autumn sangria was very lovely. The pad Thai was a different take on the traditional dish. Not my favorite but unique. Our server was also really lovely and checked in on us quite frequently. I just wish the check in desk/front was just as kind. read more
4 years ago
We went here for New Years and it was splendid. We had the beef and Chicken which was really nice. Service was very good although our first dish didn't come for 45 minutes and we were quite hungry by then. Every dish was explained and they spent time at the table not just throwing it down down. Caramelized Black CodSlow Braised BeefSpicy Crisp Tofu read more
2 years ago
A definite gem. We were on our honeymoon and the waiter, Gray encouraged us to try "The Chefs 7 course tasting menu." What a treat! Their service was stellar! It was the culinary meal of a lifetime. read more
3 years ago
Absolutely excellent, some of the best food I've had in Toronto. Definitely extremely pricey (more than $110 pp minimum) but I would say worth it for special occasions. Very interesting and inventive vegetarian food, everything is so tasty. Don't miss out on the famous slaw. The goat cheese tart was also delicious, the vegetables are so deeply flavorful. The burrata tasted Italian (couldn't detect any Chinese influence) but really delicious, a flavorful pesto. The tofu was really good but probably not super unique, I've had similar tofu at other places. The only dish we didn't love was the vegetarian curry, we felt it was lacking flavor and difficult to eat since the paratha had wet things on it like a flatbread, so you could use it to properly scoop up the curry. But mainly the flavor was just kind of one note, not a ton of deep savory flavor. The decor in the new location wasn't right up my alley but definitely very unique and overall a nice vibe. I'm docking a star because they made us wait over 30min for our table and we had a reservation. There were a ton of people waiting and zero standing room so for 30+ min we were all basically pressed against each other and getting shoved as if we were at a club. It's been 3-4months but almost seemed like it was opening day with how much of a mess they were, all the staff was super panicked and disorganized. Overall, such a wonderful special & tasty meal - I went for my birthday and it was so worth it! However watch out for the wait even with a reso. read more
I went here for a company Christmas dinner, so the experience might have been slightly enhanced due to the higher budget but regardless, I had a great time and the food was absolutely delicious. We got a private room in the back and it had a really nice set up with a large table seating 20+ people. I had actually gotten surgery the day before, so I was on some medication's and had some trouble walking around but luckily the staff were very attentive to me and took good care of me. Regarding the food, we had a set course dinner, and every course was thoroughly explained. You could tell by how the servers were all talking about the dishes, and the chef, there was a high level of respect and understanding. The slaw salad was one of the dishes that I had heard about and it definitely met expectations. It was beautiful to see all the ingredients and the final product once they were all mixed together. My favourite course, lettuce cheeseburger wrap, was actually the one I forgot to take a picture of because I ate it so fast. Regardless, everything else was really delicious and I would highly recommend it to go for dinner on a date or with friends. read more
Undoubtedly a staple in the city by iron chef Susur Lee. The must try is the signature singaporian slaw. It's a blend of sweet, savoury, acidity and crunch. Honestly, I've never had a salad that comes close to this. We also had the cheeseburger bites, which was a bit underwhelming. The special was a fritter with lobster and shrimp laid on top a decadent béchamel sauce, chefs kiss. Overall a fantastic meal and great service to match. read more
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497 Richmond Street W
Toronto, ON M5V 1Y3
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Waterfront Communities-The Island
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