Our favorite restaurant! The portions are huge and loads of shrimp and scallops in with dish. Every time we go, we are celebrating anniversary or bday and they always give us free of charge dessert. Servers are lovely . I highly recommend. read more

Food is not good and service is worse. Not recommended in any way. I ordered 2 veal on a bun the veal must have been a day or two since it was cooked. The veal seemed to be reheated in a deep frier. Old worn out furnishings in the dining area are ugly. read more

By far the worst veal sandwich I have ever had. Poor quality and greasy. Not just the one time a few times where I have had to deal with bad management. Not recommended in any way! read more

Hadn't been to Rocco's in a while as we live an hour and a bit away. Went for my husband's birthday. Service was outstanding and Rocco himself came to our table to make sure all was okay. I had my go-to chicken parmigiana with a side of tomato risotto. So delicious and fresh. Has to be my favourite chicken parm of all time. We had a couple of great pizzas to start and some of our party had the stracciatella soup which received rave reviews. To finish, they brought us a dessert platter, singing happy birthday to my husband in both English and Italian!! Nice touch. We felt like family. Amazing job Rocco's. See you again real soon!! read more

Best Italian food in Toronto. Amazing service, great atmosphere. Large portions, very tasty food read more

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Do not eat there i order pasta and i saw roaches. Staff is laud and rude. Especially owner. The place is outdated and dirty. Previous occasions i saw amouse so we stoped going. read more

I have been told by my best friend for many years that this place makes an excellent chicken parm sandwich, well we finally made it there and the hype was real, that sandwich was absolutely nuts, it was monstrous, huge pieces of chicken, like seriously, 1 piece would have been fine, then they top it in oven roasted veggies, the peppers and onion were crazy good. then that sauce, that was a very good tomato sauce, sadly i forgot to ask for cheese, but it really didn't matter, that sandwich was just so huge, so delicious. I wish i let the sandwich cool down before i dug in. it was a lot messier hot. I got through half, and was going to tap out, but that sandwich was so tasty i just kept taking bites of the other half until it was done. It was so incredibly filling. and really good, if they had some fried eggplant on that sammy. it would perfect, and would make it better than mustachios in St. lawrence market in my opinion, as Rocco's ingredients are just higher quality and more flavourful. Sadly Mustachios uses canned sauce, still a great sammy too but man, Rocco's kills it! :) read more

I first visited Rocco's Plum Tomato on The Queensway about nine years ago. The food, atmosphere and service was exceptional. After that, we would go back a few times a year. However, as time went on, new restaurants opened in the neighbourhood and we started to frequent Rocco's less often. It was not until last week that I was asked to give a few suggestions for dinner for something kind of quaint and cozy. I immediately thought of Rocco's and we all decided to have dinner there. Everything was delicious, from the calamari to the seafood pasta (which I usually order). Normally it is difficult for me to eat a huge bowl of pasta but I finished every last bite. The tomato/white wine sauce was so subtle but yet it enhanced all the flavours of the fresh seafood. As always, the pasta was cooked to perfection. Great service as usual and it was decorated so nice for Valentine's Day. I think I may need to make another trip back soon. read more

Rocco's Plum Tomato - Seafood Linguine - one of the best things on earth! - Italian Near Me - Etobicoke, Ontario

Been coming here for 28 years and am always super happy...... Rocco hasn't used the covid issue to raise his prices by 50% like some other places..... the pasta is superb and the veal or steak sandwiches are huge and make a great lunch.... best to call ahead for takeout read more

We were very unhappy with the service here, and that's something I very rarely say. On a weekend after lunch, we came in and had to stand around and wait to be seated. Once we were seated, it took a long time for the waitress to take our orders. Or to bring water. Or to even bring the bread + olive oil. Another group came in while we were waiting and asked us if we had waited long. Yes, we've been here for an hour and we've only placed our order so far! The chef/owner came out and promised the new group that their food would come out quickly and indeed, they got their bread before us, and their meal before we had even gotten our bread! All the while, the waitress/owner gave us no updates on our meal and didn't explain the situation until after she brought us our bill (which yes, I also had to ask for more than once). The food was good. But spending almost two hours for lunch outside of lunch hours is unacceptable. Stick with the 'fast food' side of the restaurant and you'll get your food right away without having to pay tips on non-existent service. read more

Rocco's Plum Tomato - Italian Near Me - Etobicoke, Ontario

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My 7-year old son said after his dinner: "This is my new favourite restaurant. Can we come here everyday?" We came for Sunday evening dinner at 5pm for first sitting, because we had our 2 young kids with us. The staff are as nice as they are good-looking (Wow! Every single one of them were gorgeous)...but the best thing about the service was that were very attentive without being overbearing. The food? Very good. My husband says you can always tell a restaurant's calibre by their steak alone, and while it was a rib-eye (not his favourite), he said it was very good. My chicken Parmegiana was tasty and my kids devoured their Margherita Pizza very happily. Did we mention that we also ordered the grilled Tiger shrimp and the fried calamari appetizer? (We were hungry that night....plus we had a Groupon) We even indulged on dessert - a slice of strawberry shortcake and a slice of the Triple chocolate mousse. I don't know where they get their desserts (do they make them? I don't know), they were delicious. Rocco himself made an appearance at another table, and there was a private party in the back room - it was busy, but the service was great. The decor was....interesting....but somehow it all worked as a great setting for the entire experience. We will definitely be going back - my kids have already asked when. It's a family-friendly "upscale casual" spot - pretty hard to find. read more

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The food was so good. I had the gnocchi with Parmesan rose sauce and it was delicious not too filling for the portion that was really big. I will be going back there to try more of their delicious dishes. The atmosphere there was really cool and just like how Italy would look. read more

Rocco's Plum Tomato - They give you different kinds of breads with olive oil and balsamic vinegar taste really good. - Italian Near Me - Etobicoke, Ontario

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This is my go to place for Eggplant Parmigana whether dining in for a sit down meal or getting take out sandwiches in the little side kiosk. Classic veal sandwiches, and slices with all the classic toppings and they do the exact same for the eggplant parm sandwiches too. Take it up a notch with the hot peppers! We have been going here for 25+ years and I have never been disappointed. Great value made with care and attention to tradition. read more

After a long day of travel we stumbled upon this restaurant. We decided to stay and we're pleasantly rewarded. The food was delicious, reasonable and the waitstaff attentive. The menu was full and varied. I would recommend. read more

Rocco's Plum Tomato - Italian Near Me - Etobicoke, Ontario

Best kept secret! The place is not in the prime location, can be easily missed and kinda outdated. BUT, the food here is delicious. Everything I've tried at Rocco's was good! The seafood pasta was great, Tiramisu is a 'must-have' and the BEST calamari I've had ever! read more

Rocco's Plum Tomato - Italian Near Me - Etobicoke, Ontario

HORRIBLE !!!! COCKROACHES EVERYWHERE !!!!! On top of the long wait we had for simple appetizers (salads) along with our entreès after we already waited 35 minutes for 2 salads our pasta entreès took over 1 HOUR !!! ABSURD !!!! Plus we had to hear screaming from what sounded like an angry drunk man yelling in the back calling people "stupid" "ruining the business" "what are you doing" among other profanities was so uncomfortable. If that's the manager in the kitchen who is managing in that kind of order than what does he expect from people..... I'm surprised the management still has people working there from what I was listening too. Very sad that this place has potential for the great food served however just the overall establishment and management needs to be upgraded. The building is so old and smells, floors are black with filth and we even received multiple dirty plates and utensils. On top of the very visible COCKROACHES which is a known for such an outdated building but that's why you renovate and invest to upgrading however it seems maybe the actual owners of the buildings on the block are unwilling to do so. Regardless just not recommend!! God for bid a bug slides into your belongings and next thing you know you have a problem in your own house. Clearly the money they're making isn't going no where into maintaining the cleanliness nor into ensuring staff are being treated with respect by management so DO NOT waste your money here!!!! read more

It's been a long, long time since we ate at Rocco's and based on our most recent experience, I'm reminded why we've stayed away for so long. Came in for an early dinner on a quiet weeknight. Ordered: fried calamari appetizer ($11.95), shrimp risotto ($18.95) and a pepperoni pizza ($15.95), not on the menu but made for us as we had our little one that couldn't eat the spicier pepperonata pizza. We also ordered beers (Sleeman) and a milk. Service itself was slow and non-existent. No water refills, no checking in. I'd hate to see what the service would be like when this place is full. Food came out steaming hot. We had to really dig apart the risotto to cool it down. The calamari and risotto portions were pretty big. But quantity doesn't really mean quality here. The calamari rings were small and thin, most likely from a frozen bag. We use to come to Rocco's back in the day when Toronto wasn't brimming with choices for innovative Italian fare. Times have changed and so have our expectations. While waiting for our bill, I steadily made a list of all the other places we'll be going to instead. read more

I have always found this restaurant very overrated. The food is passable. The wait staff was OK. The pizza was terrible and bland if u were lucky enough not to get a burnt one. I'd really rather have a slice of Pizza Pizza or pizza hut. Also, if I can make a better spaghetti then a restaurant I usually don't go back. read more

I came here for dinner with a couple of girlfriends. It's delicious. They serve bread at the start, with balsamic and olive oil. Yum. I had the caesar salad which was tasty and not overly garlicky. I also ordered an anglotti stuffed with butternut squash. It was to die for. I will definitely be coming back. Sorry for butchering the work Anglotti... read more

Had eaten here once before earlier in the day, and liked it, but I must say, it is much better at night because of the atmosphere improvement when there's a crowd and live singing. As soon as I stepped in the second time, and saw/heard their live jazz/Sinatra style crooner, I was impressed. He wasn't too dominating, just in the back, but very nice to listen to.... Anyhoo... Great service. If they aren't a family, they act like they are. Greeted immediately with passion. Server was enthusiastic but not annoying. Attentive but not over-bearing. :) Interesting atmosphere with random wooden sculptures on the wall, Italian artwork, bricks on one wall, tile on another, but not tacky. Two rounds of breads with oil & balsamic, with olives. Wide menu selection where I'm sure anybody could find something they like. Had a special insert page with a $20 special where you could get salad, entree & dessert. So I did. Very good Caesar. I'd forgotten to request no bacon bits (vegetarian), but fortunately it didn't come with any and was flavorful enough to not need any. My gnocchi was good...semi-bland, but that's how it's supposed to be. Lemon blueberry cheesecake was very good. I left feeling satisfied but not too full....basically just right. Got a $41 bottle of pinot grigio. Forget the name but was good. Definitely go back here. Our neighborhood doesn't have a ton of selection for decent sit-down restaurants, so I picked it because I didn't feel like driving far. But for a local "chain" that has a few in the city, it's decent. read more

I first went here over 10 years ago. Food was good and decor nice, it was busy and service was good:) 10 years later food decent, service poor and decor tired. I had to get up and get my waiter!!!! However, they did a groupon type deal and I thought, well, the food is good and it was a good deal so I'll give them another chance. It was a mistake!! They have decided NOT to honour the coupon!!!!!! Too bad for their customers!!!! They make a decision to offer and deal and refuse to honour it because, "we don't make any money on those!"!!!!! Maybe do the costing prior to offering a deal next time!!!!!!! Wow!! My dollars will be helping a business who values customers and has better business practices!! read more

My fiance and I have been coming here quite often usually on the take-out side as the dining room is usually packed. On now more than one occasion I have witnessed cockroaches scurrying across the counter they place the prepared orders to be packed. The employees dont make a fuss about it and try to brush it off as the norm. It disgusted me. Rocco doesn't seem to be offended as he offers a meal on the house for my next visit....as if I'll be back. Haven't been since unfortunately. The roaches turned my stomach the wrong way. read more

I'm rating their takeout sandwiches. Loved the veal. Boyfriend had the chicken. We were both stuffed, and we have large appetites. For 6 and 7 dollars respectively, this is a hell of a lot of good food for the price. This place has destroyed the possibility of unsettling for Subway. read more

On a Sunday afternoon of a long weekend, the service was slow, potentially the slowest service I've ever had in my entire life's existence. It took about 2 hours to order sandwiches for a group of 6. If you are in a rush, do not come to this place when service is non-existent. Service aside, the food was pretty good. I had a vegetarian sandwich - the grilled vegetables were layered and very flavourful. For 11.95, you cannot go wrong. The bread that they serve in the beginning comes with a side of olives. Best tasting olives. read more

I have been here twice, and I was quite happy both occasions. The look of this restaurant is extremely unpretentious on the outside, but the interior decor is artsy and playful. I wonder if someone related to the owner is/used to be an artist. I ordered pasta both times, so I can attest that the pasta is authentic Italian. The pasta is al dente; the sauce is rich and tasty. I particularly love their tomato sauce the most, with the basil sauce a close second. I think Rocco's make their sauces inhouse. For the fresh pasta lovers, I think Rocco's use dry pasta, however. They serve a good wine selection, nothing pricey, but decent dining wines. The wine is priced reasonably by the glass. (I have never ordered a whole bottle here). Service is friendly, though I find they can use an additional staff. There are complimentary bread and olives. Rocco's opens on Sundays. It is very, very popular in the neighbourhood. read more

Love this place!! Been here numerous times and enjoyed many different dishes. Their calamari is killer and you get quite a large serving. Mussels are amazing as well as the bread that goes with it. I love the veal picatta or scalopini, I have had both. Awesome. Not very pricey and has a nice Italian decor. read more

This place is usually top shelf; however today there was nothing but egg shells in our veal sandwiches :( the whole family got at least one. Not a regular occurrence you should still try them Update: got them to cater a party, absolutely fantastic. Great price, great quantities and great quality. This is what I'm accustomed to read more

I have been here a few times, and the service has always been top notch. They also make you feel like a celebrity :) The food is delicious, and the portions are big, so there is a good chance you might take some of the food home. It is very crowded on the weekends, so the seating could be very tight. However, if you are going on the weekdays, the place is very quiet. Highly recommended. read more

Food was crap. Service was bad. Lots of fruit flies. This was at the Islington loacation. read more

First time here and this is my verdict: 1. spaghetti and meatballs - too salty - sauce is just ok..tastes like something out of a can - meatballs are too hard and salty - generous portion - 2. Farfalle - tastes like microwave dinner - says large shrimp but you get tiny ones - pasta is way too al dente read more

Main course was amazing! Appetizers are worth skipping (because they were so-so, the main is yummy enough & you get bread anyways) Service was on point. The only thing we noticed was one of our side plates was dirty but they exchanged it right away when we asked. Also, drink refills (especially the water) was just right! read more

The food has always been excellent. I don't eat out much and I've eaten there at least 5 times this year and had a different dish each time. I've brought my parents and business associates and everyone I've come with has loved the food. I wish the restaurant was closer to where I live so that it's more convenient for me to go. I will definitely go back and bring other people I know so that they get to experience the food. read more

I had been going here for many years but last night will be my last visit. Aside from poor quality and overpriced food that had different ingredients from the menu the place was crawling with cockroaches!!! I mean dozens in view folks. In the dining room, all over the basement, in the washrooms. Everywhere. It was truly disgusting. read more

This place is a little pricey but for a good reason. The best I've had here were the broccoli soup, that chicken linguine with the cream sauce, and of course, spaghetti with meat balls. There's the right ratio of meat to pasta, unlike other places which offer too much pasta and barely any meat. They're also very generous in their sauce. The starter bread with the balsamic vinegar + olive oil is so good that it leaves less room for the main course. I'm a small girl so I always end up taking food home from there, including the bread. The service is pretty nice, never had a problem with the servers or the food coming too long. I like the interior of the place, very romantic and quaint. My boyfriend and I love coming here. read more

I've been a fan of Rocco's since the mid 90's. What makes this place so special? It's a combination of the food, the atmosphere and the service. There are three locations and I personally think the Queensway is the best. It's the most authentic. As soon as you arrive, the server gives you a basket of bread and olives. If you eat the entire basket, they will fill it up for you again - same goes for the olives. I usually start off with the grilled veggies or Rocco's favourite salad. My main is either the Penne or the Rigatoni vegetable. Enjoyed with a nice glass of Ruffino red wine. You can request whole wheat pasta if you choose to. Your bill comes with some yummy Italian candies that I usually throw in my purse only to discover them a few weeks later. Rocco's is also a fantastic place to go on a first date. Just make sure you make a reservation or you'll be waiting in line read more

I'm sorry to write this review. I used to love to go here-it was my go to in the neighbourhood. I was there this week and it was a sorry situation. The resto is looking tired and old; as if it's on its last legs and the owner are just milking it. The AC wasn't working and the resto smelled stale and old- because it is. The menu hasn't changed in years and is getting too pricey for what it offers. I had the grilled calamari- these were not grilled. They were the frozen rings heated up swimming in the sweetest, thickest ickiest balsamic reduction. The grilled mushrooms were swimming in the same thing. The pizza was ok. They tried hard with the service but really- very unpleasant experience. I won't be back anymore. read more

Great food and service. Catered my daughter's wedding . People raved about the food. Made many suggestions on food that would work well in this situation. I've had many great meals there. The Agnolotti with butternut squash in a rose sauce is one of my favourites. Thanks ROCCO for the great food . Your restaurant is one of a kind read more

I came to this exact restaurant in early 2012 and it was very nice. It was an intimate and quiet restaurant. The service was first class and food portions were great. Three years later the portions have shrunk drastically, the quality of bread has diminished, and the atmosphere resembles your local family eatery with bright lights, no tablecloths, and paper napkins. The service is average, but a definite drop off from where it was years ago. The fact that they have lots of customers with Groupons tells me they are struggling. We paid $57 plus tip for 3 average size grilled shrimp, four small pieces of grilled calamari, no more than 7-8 vegetables drowned in garnish, and a medium pizza which was average at best. We didn't even order drinks! Sad, but we will not be back given the choice of Italian restaurants close by. read more

BEST VEAL SANDWICH IN TORONTO! NOTE: This review is for the take-out section of Rocco's. I have to admit I have never eaten in the restaurant itself. I always go to the takeout section to get their delicious veal sandwiches. This is Toronto's best kept secret for Veal Sandwiches. I know there are California Sandwich die-hard fans out there who will swear California's makes the best sandwich. I eat at California's as well but it's a close second. IMO Rocco's sandwich has more flavour and California's are larger. At Rocco's all the toppings are free except cheese so you can load your sandwich. If you did the same at California's you would be paying about $11-12 dollars for the sandwich. That is pushing it a bit if you ask me. I think the main reason why Rocco's edges out California is the cheese and peppers on the sandwich. Rocco's uses Parmesan cheese while California uses Provolone cheese. Parmesan is more flavorful (same cheese used on Pizza) thus yielding a better tasting sandwich. The same goes for the peppers. The sandwiches are large and filling (not as large as California's). And the price is right. I believe it's around the $8 dollar mark. I can't remember because I'm too busy staring and salivating at the sandwich to notice how much it costs! special note: Myself and my coworkers (who happen to be die-hard California sandwich fans did a taste test as follows. We ordered medium veal sandwiches with cheese and mushrooms. The consensus was unanimous - Rocco's tastes a little better but California's was more filling. Some of them have converted, others have not. That's my 2 cents. Give it a shot and let me know what you think. read more

We went to the Queensway restaurant to use our ncrowd coupon we had purchased early. I had called earlier and was informed that NCROWD had gone out of business and that the coupon would only be worth what we paid for it. Under the circumstances, I understood and wanted to try the place anyways. We shared the second pizza on the menu with mushrooms, artichokes, prosciutto cheeses.....it was great, with thin crust and fabulous tastes. We also ordered Penne with Bolognese meat sauce that was not on the menu...also a great dish with great flavours. Definitely will be back! Shame on NCrowd for bailing out on this restaurant....I guess you have to be careful who you buy from..... read more