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Great food cool environment so many great options all delicious. Would have done the prefixes bi had a pescatarian in the group, the salad with Hazelnuts chickpeas and.canbbage had so many good fresh flavors.sea brea ceviche was delicious with the spicey peanut butter sauce. The salmon was equally tasty lastly the burger and the nudi were great. Service was great they folded the napkin when you got up, love that. Cant forget dessert we tried the ice cream cream sandwich and it was good but not as good as all the food we tried
Because we enjoyed Sara, we decided to try Rasa next. The vibes are definitely similar with the tasting menu of small bites. The food had some tasty components and interesting combinations, but when comparing directly to Sara, I think Sara still wins for me. A couple plates here landed slightly salty for my taste. The cocktail menu is also very creative. The service was amazing. Everything came out quick, the team was friendly, and the pacing was great. Overall still a lovely evening. However, Sara is still my favourite of the two.
I was in the area one evening and looking for a quick bite but stumbled upon this gem. This is a Michelin rated restaurant but I was luckily to get a table with a walk in. Tried their Crispy Flat Bean Salad and Coconut Calamari. Truly amazing dishes. Crispy Flat Bean Salad had crispy quinoa something I never tried before. Very creative. Despite the star rating, the prices were surprisingly reasonable.
We had a lovely summer evening on Rasa's patio. Service is lovely and attentive. 8 sharing plates worked out just right for 4 adults, with my favourites being the country short ribs and the port steak. I was really looking forward to the sticky bun, but was disappointed as it was too soft and slightly gummy for my liking. Thankfully the ice cream sandwich saved the day.
The food at Rasa never fails, it's a great spot for a nice occasion or a casual experience! The service is top notch and they definitely look after you and explain the menu items. The menu is pretty unique and has nice spins on dishes with in-season ingredients, as well as menu staples. We had the seasonal tasting menu with several courses and each one was amazing!
This was probably the best meal we had in Toronto. My husband found this restaurant on the Michelin bib gourmand list while we were in town for our anniversary and I'm so glad he did! There was great variety of food and it was all so delicious. They were also able to accommodate his gluten allergy. He got the steak tartare (I unfortunately could not have it bc I'm pregnant but he said it was good!) and we shared the calamari and short rib. All were so good. He also go the green bean dish that was just ok. For our anniversary they brought us some complimentary chocolate ice cream which was so rich!
I don't say this often or lightly, but this might have been one of the best meals I've ever had. From the service to the cocktails to the ambience to the (of course) food. The meat dishes all stood out, but don't sleep on the ceviche or the desserts! The mango rita comes with a whole slice of dehydrated mango. The short rib, steak tartare and lobster ravioli were all amazing bites... And the price is right!
Be sure to make a reservation because this place was fully booked. The ambiance of the restaurant was laid-back but nice. Service was extremely attentive. Rasa is known for their small sharing plates and they recommend 2 to 3 dishes per person for a full meal. There are also options for a classic tasting menu ($65 pp) which consists of six of their sharing plates and a dessert, or the full experience which consists of eight of their sharing plates ($85 pp) which includes some of the more luxurious options, and a dessert the portions are catered towards the size of your group. We opted for the full experience, which included the spicy, sea bream ceviche, chopped salad, smoked trout, sweet potatoes, cheesy ravioli (which is not on the regular menu), ribs, poached salmon, and steak. For dessert, you can choose from one of the three options. We opted for the sticky bun. The dishes that stood out to us the most were the spicy sea bream ceviche and chopped salad. The ceviche had such a delicious Thai spicy peanut sauce and bits of sesame snaps which added a nice sweetness and crunch. The chopped salad, although doesn't look special, was one of the tasty salads I've had in a while. The crunchy harissa chickpeas really made the dish. A special mention for the deboned ribs as well as they were extremely tender. Everything was delicious and well thought out. I would definitely come back. I think the tasting menu is a great value and we were stuffed by the end of it.
This is a really cute spot for a group gathering or a date. Small plates that are super shareable. Friendly staff
Came for dinner on a Friday evening. We had made reservations for 8 pm. Our server was amazing. He was very friendly and helpful and he recommended that we try the classic experience as that was a tasting menu of their famous and popular dishes. We decided to try that and added the steak tartare. The steak tartare was very good but the portion was small and a bit pricey for what you got. The chopped salad was delicious and and chickpea fritters were very good. The spicy ceviche was delicious as well. The truffle gnudi was good. The starters were all very good. For the mains, we had the Rasa burger and the country style ribs. The burger was ok but nothing special. The ribs were very tasty. For dessert we had the sticky bun and the carrot cake. The sticky bun was very good and the carrot cake was ok. A solid 3.5 stars overall.
I made a reservation at the beginning of May for the end of the month with the intention of trying the tasting menu. However, after seeing reviews mention that their tasting menu ends in the summer, I contacted them inquiring about the last day (which happened to be mid-May). Since they offer half portions on many dishes, I opted to go with that instead, but was pleasantly surprised when the menu introduced the "summer experience", a tasting that started just the previous day! For $55, you get 8 courses plus your choice of one of three desserts on their menu! Talk about an amazing value. We started with the amuse-bouche, a bite-sized cheese bread with crème fraiche (the perfect savoury starter). Next we had the steak frites tartare, another bite-sized course that came with tallow potato topped with tartare, bearnaise, and chive. With the crisp of the potato and creaminess of the sauce, it was one of the best tartares I've had - coming from someone who orders tartare at every establishment that offers it. I only wish there was more! While the chopped salad was decent, the spicy ceviche was our favourite of the night. The sea bream covered in chilli sauce, sesame snaps, peanuts, yuzu, and Thai basil was a flavour explosion. My one critique is that it could use something on the side (bread?) to soak up the sauce as there was an abundance of toppings/sauce. The chickpea fritters came in a close third place. The country short ribs were the only dish that fell short of expectation, as they were quite dry. The truffle gnudi was served with a walnut pesto and parmesan crisps. Finally, we had the infamous Rasa burger where each ingredient (bread, sauce, and kimchi included) was made in-house. The burger was seasoned well, cooked to a medium-rare, and quite meat-heavy. At this point, we were extremely full and asked for a to-go box for the dessert. We chose the sticky bun which we enjoyed later that night. A tasting menu at this price is unheard of, especially with the amount of food we were served and the elevated dishes made with quality ingredients. Do yourself a favour and come check it out before it's gone!
This is a great spot if you're looking for a fun night out with shareable small plates. The space has a really nice vibe, with a beautiful interior and plenty of tables, making it feel lively without being overcrowded. We ordered the ceviche, tartare, branzino, truffle gnocchi, and chopped salad. Everything was delicious, but the standouts for me were definitely the branzino, the ceviche, and the chopped salad. Those three dishes complemented each other really well and were the highlights of the meal. The truffle gnocchi was okay, but much richer and heavier than I expected, so it's probably best to share. The tartare itself was excellent, though I wasn't a fan of the chips it came with. The food came out quickly, and the service was friendly and attentive throughout the meal. Overall, I'd definitely recommend this place if you're looking for quality tapas style small plates, good drinks, and a great atmosphere. read more
Rasa's tasting menu is genuinely the move if you want a low‑key spot in the city that still delivers on flavour. It's a lot of food (in the best way), and the lineup lets you try a wide spread of the menu without having to commit to just one dish. Each course comes out with its own unique taste profile, nothing feels repetitive, and the pacing keeps it fun instead of overwhelming. The vibe is relaxed, the food is solid, and the tasting menu is absolutely something I'd recommend if you want variety without overthinking your order. Great pick for a chill night out with good food. read more
4 months ago
Second time going to RASA. I went with a celiac friend and there's still quite a few items on the menu that are celiac friendly, like the chopped salad, ceviche, chickpea fritter, and octopus. read more
Great food cool environment so many great options all delicious. Would have done the prefixes bi had a pescatarian in the group, the salad with Hazelnuts chickpeas and.canbbage had so many good fresh flavors.sea brea ceviche was delicious with the spicey peanut butter sauce. The salmon was equally tasty lastly the burger and the nudi were great. Service was great they folded the napkin when you got up, love that. Cant forget dessert we tried the ice cream cream sandwich and it was good but not as good as all the food we tried read more
Because we enjoyed Sara, we decided to try Rasa next. The vibes are definitely similar with the tasting menu of small bites. The food had some tasty components and interesting combinations, but when comparing directly to Sara, I think Sara still wins for me. A couple plates here landed slightly salty for my taste. The cocktail menu is also very creative. The service was amazing. Everything came out quick, the team was friendly, and the pacing was great. Overall still a lovely evening. However, Sara is still my favourite of the two. read more
1 year ago
I was in the area one evening and looking for a quick bite but stumbled upon this gem. This is a Michelin rated restaurant but I was luckily to get a table with a walk in. Tried their Crispy Flat Bean Salad and Coconut Calamari. Truly amazing dishes. Crispy Flat Bean Salad had crispy quinoa something I never tried before. Very creative. Despite the star rating, the prices were surprisingly reasonable. read more
We had a lovely summer evening on Rasa's patio. Service is lovely and attentive. 8 sharing plates worked out just right for 4 adults, with my favourites being the country short ribs and the port steak. I was really looking forward to the sticky bun, but was disappointed as it was too soft and slightly gummy for my liking. Thankfully the ice cream sandwich saved the day. read more
The food at Rasa never fails, it's a great spot for a nice occasion or a casual experience! The service is top notch and they definitely look after you and explain the menu items. The menu is pretty unique and has nice spins on dishes with in-season ingredients, as well as menu staples. We had the seasonal tasting menu with several courses and each one was amazing! read more
2 months ago
This was probably the best meal we had in Toronto. My husband found this restaurant on the Michelin bib gourmand list while we were in town for our anniversary and I'm so glad he did! There was great variety of food and it was all so delicious. They were also able to accommodate his gluten allergy. He got the steak tartare (I unfortunately could not have it bc I'm pregnant but he said it was good!) and we shared the calamari and short rib. All were so good. He also go the green bean dish that was just ok. For our anniversary they brought us some complimentary chocolate ice cream which was so rich! read more
I don't say this often or lightly, but this might have been one of the best meals I've ever had. From the service to the cocktails to the ambience to the (of course) food. The meat dishes all stood out, but don't sleep on the ceviche or the desserts! The mango rita comes with a whole slice of dehydrated mango. The short rib, steak tartare and lobster ravioli were all amazing bites... And the price is right! read more
Be sure to make a reservation because this place was fully booked. The ambiance of the restaurant was laid-back but nice. Service was extremely attentive. Rasa is known for their small sharing plates and they recommend 2 to 3 dishes per person for a full meal. There are also options for a classic tasting menu ($65 pp) which consists of six of their sharing plates and a dessert, or the full experience which consists of eight of their sharing plates ($85 pp) which includes some of the more luxurious options, and a dessert the portions are catered towards the size of your group. We opted for the full experience, which included the spicy, sea bream ceviche, chopped salad, smoked trout, sweet potatoes, cheesy ravioli (which is not on the regular menu), ribs, poached salmon, and steak. For dessert, you can choose from one of the three options. We opted for the sticky bun. The dishes that stood out to us the most were the spicy sea bream ceviche and chopped salad. The ceviche had such a delicious Thai spicy peanut sauce and bits of sesame snaps which added a nice sweetness and crunch. The chopped salad, although doesn't look special, was one of the tasty salads I've had in a while. The crunchy harissa chickpeas really made the dish. A special mention for the deboned ribs as well as they were extremely tender. Everything was delicious and well thought out. I would definitely come back. I think the tasting menu is a great value and we were stuffed by the end of it. read more
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This is a really cute spot for a group gathering or a date. Small plates that are super shareable. Friendly staff read more
10 months ago
Came for dinner on a Friday evening. We had made reservations for 8 pm. Our server was amazing. He was very friendly and helpful and he recommended that we try the classic experience as that was a tasting menu of their famous and popular dishes. We decided to try that and added the steak tartare. The steak tartare was very good but the portion was small and a bit pricey for what you got. The chopped salad was delicious and and chickpea fritters were very good. The spicy ceviche was delicious as well. The truffle gnudi was good. The starters were all very good. For the mains, we had the Rasa burger and the country style ribs. The burger was ok but nothing special. The ribs were very tasty. For dessert we had the sticky bun and the carrot cake. The sticky bun was very good and the carrot cake was ok. A solid 3.5 stars overall. read more
I made a reservation at the beginning of May for the end of the month with the intention of trying the tasting menu. However, after seeing reviews mention that their tasting menu ends in the summer, I contacted them inquiring about the last day (which happened to be mid-May). Since they offer half portions on many dishes, I opted to go with that instead, but was pleasantly surprised when the menu introduced the "summer experience", a tasting that started just the previous day! For $55, you get 8 courses plus your choice of one of three desserts on their menu! Talk about an amazing value. We started with the amuse-bouche, a bite-sized cheese bread with crème fraiche (the perfect savoury starter). Next we had the steak frites tartare, another bite-sized course that came with tallow potato topped with tartare, bearnaise, and chive. With the crisp of the potato and creaminess of the sauce, it was one of the best tartares I've had - coming from someone who orders tartare at every establishment that offers it. I only wish there was more! While the chopped salad was decent, the spicy ceviche was our favourite of the night. The sea bream covered in chilli sauce, sesame snaps, peanuts, yuzu, and Thai basil was a flavour explosion. My one critique is that it could use something on the side (bread?) to soak up the sauce as there was an abundance of toppings/sauce. The chickpea fritters came in a close third place. The country short ribs were the only dish that fell short of expectation, as they were quite dry. The truffle gnudi was served with a walnut pesto and parmesan crisps. Finally, we had the infamous Rasa burger where each ingredient (bread, sauce, and kimchi included) was made in-house. The burger was seasoned well, cooked to a medium-rare, and quite meat-heavy. At this point, we were extremely full and asked for a to-go box for the dessert. We chose the sticky bun which we enjoyed later that night. A tasting menu at this price is unheard of, especially with the amount of food we were served and the elevated dishes made with quality ingredients. Do yourself a favour and come check it out before it's gone! read more
1 year ago
7 months ago
We got so lucky with this place! All the reservations were fully booked, but we decided to try our luck and walked in, and we got seated. Total win! The vibe inside is really cool, kind of rustic but still cozy. We ordered several things, the chickpea fritters, spicy ceviche, calamari, Cobb salad, branzino, chicken Milanese, and ribs. Everything was solid, but the branzino was definitely the standout. The ceviche and ribs were also big hits at our table. Awesome food, great service, and a cool space. read more
1 year ago
The shared food setup, preparation, and flavors at Rasa were SO GOOD!!! Very tasty flavors all the way around and high quality, inventive ingredients and preparation. Minus one star for drink delays and timing. There was a significant amount of time between our drink order being made and our food order, yet the amuse bouche and our first 2 plates came before our drinks. Admittedly this is a major downer for me when dining. If you don't mind it, ignore me. The amuse bouche was a fluffy, crispy cheese puff that tasted almost exactly like a Cheeto (my friends said this) or an extra toasted Cheez It (this is what I tasted). Such a good start! Our dishes then started coming and the sharing concept kicked in. We had chickpea fritters: the best my friend said he has ever had, crispy-fluffy-spicy goodness. Both rib preparations (beef and pork) were cooked and spiced to perfection and oh so tender. The only dish we had that was unremarkable was the tartare. I'd go back for sure to see whatever new things the chefs at Rasa came up with! read more
3 months ago
Dissappointed to say the least - I had been recommended this spot so many times that I had to check it out but I'm really surprised by the Michelin recommendation. The staff seemed uninterested and inattentive, and the food was unbelievably average. I think this place used to be amazing, but has since downgraded in terms of quality quite a bit - I had seen photos of their various octopus dishes but when I ordered it, you could barely tell octopus was even featured in the dish! The plate was covered in a mountain of chorizo sausage with maybe 4 small piece of octopus Definitely not coming back anytime soon read more
Absolutely delicious! In Toronto for the weekend and so glad we kept checking for reservations. Scored a spot at the bar and was able to sit in the front window. A great way to also watch people on the street. Things start out with a tasty little amuse bouche - a bit sized cheese bread with jalapeño (I missed the actual description). I wasn't thrilled to order a "chopped salad" but this isn't you're average chop - its full of fresh flavor and truly unique. The spicy ceviche was also a top choice since it truly different from any ceviche I've ever had. Certainly no complaints about the truffle gnudi or chickpea fritter either. Service was incredibly welcoming and walked us through each dish. Will definitely make a stop back on my next trip to try more dishes. read more
3 months ago
6 months ago
One of my favourite restaurants in Toronto! I've come here a couple times and they nail everything from the food to service, all in a cozy casual atmosphere. You really can't go wrong with any of their dishes, though there are some standouts for sure including the chopped salad, spicy ceviche, korean inspired burger, chickpea fritter, brussel sprouts, and sticky bun. But really everything is great. On our latest trip I went with a big group and Rasa was super accommodating to every dietary restriction (thanks Paige and Ken!) and everyone was super happy with our dinner. The food itself is not pretentious at all which I really love - it's simple, quality ingredients, which have been truly elevated. Everything you eat pops with flavours and they do a beautiful job harmonizing different types of flavours together to create explosiveness in every bite. Can't wait to come back here! read more
This place continues to be mind blowing. The staff are wonderful and helpful. The cocktails are so balanced and the food will be fantasizes about for weeks. We got two orders of the gnudi. The flavours and fractures are so wonderful. The rainbow trout was wonderful as were the crispy Brussel sprouts with cauliflower cheese. Unreal. I can't wait to go back! read more
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2 years ago
We ordered four dishes, which came with an amuse-bouche--a Brazilian cheese bun. It was a lovely little dish that elevated our expectations for the subsequent courses. For starters, we had a chopped salad and spicy ceviche, which I would say was the highlight of the entire meal. The spicy ceviche was my favourite and is a must-try. It had influences from southeastern cuisine, which I thoroughly enjoyed. For the main course, we ordered truffle gnudi and a Rasa burger. As a fellow Korean, I found the Rasa burger appealing to my taste buds, and it's definitely worth trying. If I go back again--and I'm sure I will--I would order different dishes, but not because any were bad. One of the staff suggested that the fish dishes are great, so next time I will try those. Overall, I really enjoyed the experience and would definitely revisit it. read more
4 years ago
We came here to celebrate my partner's birthday in September. Not knowing what the weather would be like, we booked an indoor table, but I wish we got to sit on the patio because it ended up being a warmer evening and Rasa's patio looked really nice. I had been to the Food Dudes' restaurant Sara before, and Rasa is quite the opposite (as are their names). I ate on the 2nd floor of Sara, which is bright white and minimal. Rasa is under street level, with moodier, bunker vibes. I had seen great reviews of Rasa's tasting menu online, but our waiter said they no longer serve set courses. We ended up getting: - Truffle gnudi - Chickpea fritter - Spicy ceviche - Rainbow trout - Duck breast My favourites were the ceviche and duck breast. The truffle gnudi was a little salty, but all other dishes were solid. For two people, 4-5 dishes is a good amount. A great spot for a unique, global menu. read more
5 years ago
Recently tried their classic tasting menu here and it was delightful! Asian fusion is one of my favourites Started with 2 signature cocktails - pineapple cardamom Margarita and the apricot gin smash delicious and loved the flavours! Chopped salad was amazing - loved the combination of flavours, featuring quinoa, jalapeño feta, harissa chickpeas and sumac - love the latter two spices and just gives it a delightful spin on this salad Spicy ceviche was one of my favourites - featuring sea bream, peanut sauce, sesame brittle and Thai basil, what a beautiful combo of flavours and adds complexity to the ceviche~ Rasa burger and brussel sprouts - spouts were beautifully charred and paired with scotch bonnet vinegar, cauliflower cheese and fried onion. Burger was delicious with provolone cheese, with a twist of gochujang Mayo, pickles, scrapchi sandwiches between a brioche bun, it was delicious and super filling even just with half a burger! Truffle gnudi - I don't usually like gnocchi type things, but this was really good! With local mushroom, portobello soil, walnut pesto and Parmesan chips Then we move on to the other main - artic char - with parsnip, brown butter apple slaw and sage chimichurri, perfectly seared fish The dessert was amazing - pineapple upside down cake with a mascarpone semifreddo, ginger biscuit and pineapple curd. Perfectly delicious and light and fruity, a great way to end such a delicious and filling tasting menu~ read more
3 years ago
5 years ago
A resounding 5 stars, people. I don't even know where to start with Rasa, everything from reservations to ambiance, food, and service was beyond all expectations. This restaurant does absolutely everything right and I will explain why we loved it so much. Firstly reservations are booked online through Bookenda, super easy and quick. Not a lot available on a Tuesday night but we snagged an 8:15pm reservation. Once booked we got a confirmation email right from the restaurant and on the day of I got a text from a real person confirming the reservation. I was even able to ask about the menu via text and got a prompt, friendly response. Super cool and convenient! We arrived and were seated at almost exactly 8:15, our waiter showed up with some water right away and explained the menu to us. We opted for the classic tasting menu having never been there before, we wanted to sample their more well-known dishes. Our server was genuine, friendly, professional and funny throughout. Him and the rest of the servers were amazing and knowledgeable about each food item. Now for the food, everything we ate from the tapioca bun to the dessert was a complete 10/10. The flavours and textures were so incredible; complex, comforting, familiar, yet new and exotic all at the same time. I couldn't believe how good everything tasted. Portion sizes were perfect and my husband and I have bigger appetites. Everything was phenomenal but our highlights were the burger and the sticky bun for dessert. I can go on all day about each individual dish but I'd be writing a novel if I did that. The restaurant is kind of cozy, rustic, but cool and modern at the same time. It's casual and down to earth. These aren't cheap eats but the value is 100% spot on. The tasting menu is $65/person but I think it was well worth it, considering dining anywhere in Toronto will often cost around that if not more. I don't know why I waited so long to dine here but it's a new favorite for sure, I'll be recommending Rasa to all my friends and family because it's too good to miss. This is a true gem and all the good reviews are truly deserved. I have not a single negative thing to say about this establishment. Overall just a genuine, delicious experience that everyone has to try! read more
3 years ago
Came on vacay and this is the only reason I feel a draw to come back to Toronto THE best meal I've had... soooo delish, staff was very attentive, I enjoyed myself throughly. Don't you want to open a restaurant in the SF Bay Area? :) read more
1 year ago
Delicious food and drinks to unwind on the weekend! We got seated on the north east side of the patio and it was gorgeous - sitting under a large tree with the patio lights made our experience. I tried their award winning cocktail "Down by the bay" and it was unlike anything I've ever tasted but loved it. The "where's the smoke margarita" was spicier than I expected and I like spice, so that threw me off a bit. Combined with the milder spiced lamb dumplings, it was a bit too much for my liking so I would avoid pairing those together. The pea pasta was extremely refreshing for a summer night and the beef cheek burger was my favourite. Overall, had an amazing time for a spontaneous Friday night out. The bill for 2 people after tax and tip was close to $150 (no dessert) a bit more than we planned to spend. read more
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