I came here while visiting a friend, and this restaurant was their recommendation. I'm really glad I listened, because Sarpa ended up being such a lovely surprise. The atmosphere was polished without feeling stiff, elegant but still very comfortable, and on the evening we visited it was pleasantly calm rather than crowded, which made the whole meal feel even more enjoyable. The staff was also very friendly, and that warmth added a nice personal touch to the experience. We started with a few dishes to share, and everything felt thoughtfully prepared. The pasta was rich, comforting, and full of flavor, the lamb was tender and satisfying, and the fish was beautifully cooked with a nice balance of freshness and smokiness. Even the presentation had that refined look without trying too hard. By the time dessert arrived, I was already happy, but it ended the meal on such a cozy note. Overall, this is the kind of place that feels elegant and understated at the same time. Definitely a great spot near Oak Ridges when you want a dinner that feels special but still relaxed. read more

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I called Wednesday evening to book for 13 people and they said they would let me know. Over 24 hours later I have not heard a word back. Nice to have so much business with all these restaurants going out of business that you can ignore a request for this type of reservation. If this is the service they provide before you get there what is it like when you are there? Very upset potential customer!!!! read more

4.5/5 It has been a while since our last visit, this is another gem in the neighbourhood. Excellent food, excellent services (from the moment of online reservations, then change of reservation via phone, to service delivery inside the restaurant). Foods are always great, but I think the vegan portobello mushroom is overpriced at $34 given only 2 fried mushrooms served with vegetables, but it's fresh and tasty and so were all other dishes. The truffle fries & truffle mushroom pizza were excellent. The slightly pan fried gnocchi was quite special as this was the first time I saw gnocchi served this way. Overall, this is always an excellent authentic Italian restaurant, I always look forward to coming back! read more

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We came here on a weeknight for a birthday with children in our party. I was a bit nervous at first that the kids might be disruptive but they enjoyed the meal and our server was great. The lighting was a bit dark which sets a nice romantic mood, although might be just a little tricky with younger kids. Their sticky toffee pudding was so good, great end to our meal. read more

The first I try beef carpaccio , Maybe will go again next time, The environment is average and the price is relatively reasonable, very close to the house I lives , Good read more

Sarpa Restaurant - Beef carpaccio - Italian Near Me - Richmond Hill, Ontario

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Had a lovely (early) Valentine's Day dinner at Sarpa. Given the occasion, I made sure to make a reservation early and everything was no problem. There was ample parking available and I'm glad I made a reservation early as it was quite packed for a Thursday night. We had been here once before and knew what we wanted - we started off with the Polenta Fries, which were a pleasant mix of sweet and crispiness. We had the Grilled Shrimp - with the sauce and tomatoes, it was very hearty. We also had the Mushroom Arancini - it was creamy on the inside and mixed well with the fried texture of the ball. For the mains, we ordered the Sausage and Rapini Pizza and the Potato Gnocchi - this was the highlight of the meal. Slightly crispy on the outside soft and chewy when you bite into it and creamy with the sauce, it was heavenly. For dessert, we ordered the Raspberry Sorbet and Tiramisu. We were pleasantly surprised by the portion size - there were 4 scoops of the sorbet, which was just the right amount of sour that my wife likes, and the tiramisu was velvety. This spot was great and is definitely a spot to sit back and have a nice meal! read more

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I came here for a business dinner with a colleague, and we had a fantastic dining experience. Lighting is a little dim, I guess to set the mood. Decor was very nice. In-service is very attentive. I don't recall the exact dishes that we had but our appetizers, and main entrees were excellent! And we really enjoyed the wine that our server suggested. This place is definitely better on expense account as the menu is a little pricey but a great restaurant overall! read more

Recently ordered here for a special occasion as this place has always been one our favourite fine dining restaurant. Although I was prepared to not have high expectation as ordering takeout is not the same as dining in and with covid I can also understand that during these hard times, it will be difficult to maintain the same quality but I was still disappointed especially with the seafood spaghetti. Taste wise, the dish was flavourful but it had very little seafood and it was pricey for about $37 including taxes and tips. We also ordered the Tagliatelle bolognese and Veal Limone which were okay but not spectacular considering these dishes were pricey as well. This review is just based on takeout. I'll have to update this review after my next visit when the restaurant reopens. read more

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I've been here a couple of times and loved it every time. The dish to die for was the pan roasted gnocchi! It was the best gnocchi I've ever had. I also tried their their lamb chops and daily dessert, both equally as delicious. All of this is a bit on the pricier side, but hey, it's fine dining. So, if you're looking for a special night out, this is the place to be. read more

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Went to Sarpa for a work event and had a wonderful time. Our server Reza was a superstar. I have a few cocktails like the mule and old fashion both were delicious. The food was exceptional as we got a chance to try a lot of different items. My colleagues had different mains and everyone was super happy with the food. Great service, good and environment. Would recommend for sure if u want some Italian food. read more

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This restaurant isn't cheap and certainly isn't luxurious It desperately needs a full renovation I'd describe it as disappointing. Food quality was exceptional but I consider the menu to be limited The waiter advised that Sarpa is closed on Mondays due to a lack of staff Having said this the wait staff were very attentive and beyond criticism However it is located in Oak Ridges so perhaps I'm being unfair read more

Went here for the first time to celebrate my cousins birthday. Everything we ordered was super delicious. We devoured everything! My personal favourite was the gnocchi as it was super soft, fluffy, and a little crispy on the outside. The texture of the gnocchi was made to perfection and it was delicious!!! The service was also amazing. Our glasses were always filled and I especially appreciated how they changed our plates and wiped down the table after every course. Had a very good experience dining here and will definitely be back. read more

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I ordered the arancini appetizer to share and they made 4 so each person in our party could have. It was very good. My husband ordered the chicken Parmesan and I tried a piece which also came with pasta and tomato sauce. His dish was just ok for me. The chicken was overcooked and the breading was burnt at some parts. The pasta left no impression on us. I ordered the gnocchi and the gnocchi themselves were cooked perfectly. After about six of them, however, I found myself completely stuffed and didn't want to finish the dish. It was because of the cream sauce. It was far too rich and heavy. Too much heavy cream, or butter, I'm not sure what but it no longer was appetizing. I also wasn't a fan of corn in the sauce. For dessert we had tiramisu and funnel cake. They were nothing special. I only had two bites of the tiramisu and brought the rest home. I probably shouldn't have ordered dessert as I really was completely full and uncomfortable from the super rich gnocchi with cream sauce. I also didn't finish my cappuccino. We were shocked at the price of the meal. With tip, $354, and only one person in our party of four had a drink - one beer. I think for what we ate, and for the food being just okay for my husband and me, I cannot justify that price. I do not recommend this restaurant. read more

I was taken here during my birthday a couple weeks back, and I remembered how busy it was. I highly recommend calling to make a reservation if you want a spot asap. I've seen some people wait for seats, however there is no guarantee when you'd be able to actually a seat. I really appreciate how they had barriers that you can pull down from the ceiling which insured proper social distancing. They also outlined clear rules of when you're supposed to wear your mask, and to stay seated. The service was great, our server was very knowledgeable and friendly. Overall, despite how busy it was for the capacity allowed, the food didn't take too long to arrive. Everything was very tasty, and my favorite was the risotto rice ball appetizer. Will I recommend coming here for a special day? Yes definitely! read more

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Very friendly service and took really good care of us from seating to dessert! The food is really great but not cheap but you get what u pay for. Pricing is somewhat similar to Local for main course based man my memory but I think this restaurant taste better. One thing to point out though, my server told me the gelato they serve has 4 scoop and cost about $15 if I remember correctly. But when I order my dessert, I wanted 2 scoop on the side along with my pistachio dessert, and they say they can do that... but turns out that two scoop cost $13 which is pretty much the full price for 4 scoop. Not too happy when I find out when getting the bill but I should of ask the price per scoop... so just want folks to be aware of the price if you want a scoop or two of gelato to go with other dessert u will have... However , it was still an enjoyable evening for us! read more

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First off: Food, service and ambience were all top notch. We had a great meal and while these things are all important - they are not the whole story. Cost - which normally I will expect a premium for the above things done well, was well outside the norm. Unless I'm sitting in a dining room overlooking a mountain vineyard or in some exclusive venue, a value proposition needs to be made for dining out. You will get a good meal served well, but expect to pay $200 per person with tax and tip. Our bill was $850 for four people, with three out of four having a single alcoholic drink. That said, if cost is no issue for you, 4.5 out of five for the meal. read more

We ordered take out / pick up for Valentine's Day to avoid the going in to the restaurant. I understand that take out is never the same as dinning in. That said, $25 for this order of calamari is absurd. There are too many choices now for finer dinning for this to be the standard. read more

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I enjoy this place every time. I suggest the steak and any pasta. Great service too.

Food/taste: overall the three dishes we ordered were very flavorful and did not lack any seasoning. Grilled octopus- The octopus was very tender in the smoky flavor was very strong. Accompanied by grilled fennel had a great crunch texture. There was two sauces on it one more of a herb sauce and the other a garlic nutty sauce. Both the sauces. Well with the grilled dish. Mushroom risotto- They definitely did not hold back on the mushrooms. There were large chunks of mushroom throughout the whole dish in the mushroom flavor was very strong. A nice creamy risotto, exactly what you're expecting . Orecchiette- A very savory and light pasta that did not like any flavor. With bits of broccolini adding crunch and Chilies for a spicy kick. The pasta was cooked perfectly to al dente. I would highly recommend this. Each dish costs $25 - slightly overpriced especially the appetizer but were all very enjoyable. Staff- Extremely attentive and constantly checking up on you every 15 minutes. Any asks you had they would immediately do it without any complaints. From the host to the servers they were all very kind with a nice smile. Ambiance- Inside has a dark yellow lighting quite roomy. Has a pretty decent interior but nothing exceptional. Has a very rustic steakhouse Italian vibe. Overall I would recommend the spot for a friend's gathering or date night. read more

Sarpa Restaurant - Grilled Octopus Salad - Italian Near Me - Richmond Hill, Ontario

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Sarpa is awesome! It is located in Oak Ridges.. yes that's really really up North for downtown people... even for me this is an area that I hardly visit. But it really worth the drive for me if I have the cravings for some good Italian food and great services!! The deco is elegant and warm. Most furnishing are in dark mahogany wood. The lighting is dim and is kind of romantic... great dating spot. Sarpa has a daily menu specials or you can pick from their regular menu. We decided on: Organic Arugula Salad ($13) though pretty good, but didn't wow me, skip! Veal Parmigiana ($24) is one of the best veal I ever have! Pounded really thin and lightly breaded, surprisingly tender and favoured.. oh and the melted Buffalo mozzarella ! Delicious!! Linguine Frutti Di Mare ($28) has really fresh seafood, all cooked perfectly with a light touch of tomato sauce. Chocolate Torte with Vanilla Gelato ($10) was so heavenly... I love warm chocolate sauce and cold gelato..........and finished off with assorted fresh berries!! Sarpa has the nicest, cleanest and the nicest smelling washroom facilities I ever been to!! Even Ritz Carlton's washroom is no match to this place! Sarpa is an awesome restaurant to bring a date or even having dinner with your friends.... I can wait to go back!! BTW, they have lunch specials too!! :) read more

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Perfect service, perfect food. I went for my birthday. They didn't dissapoint recommended 10/10 read more

This place is part of Substance food group...located in Oak Ridges. I had lunch there, starting with a cheeseboard and after We tried the seafood risotto, Lamb & Sausage, as well as the steak...and yes! I tried all three dishes and all were wonderful. I was most impressed by the lamb which was cooke perfectly. So if you're in this neck of the world you owe it to yourself to dine at Sapara. P.s checkout the pics too read more

OMG what a terrible restaurant The food was not Italian cooked We went for a birthday party and everyone hated their dish. There was 10 of us about 6 months ago We ordered appetizers and brought only enough for two people they failed to take into account the number of people and they were grosse so unprofessional and untasty like they came from a package of frozen food Veal Marsala was grosse steak was a rip off not even tender. Very hard to cut The prices are way too outrageous for the quality of food. I would never go back. There are so many amazing restaurants that are Italian that would beat this place by a landslide I called to complain ans no one even cared to call back. They couldn't care less. Try anywhere else please It's not worth it. I also can't understand where these reviews are coming from giving them good reviews. I'm Italian and this puts good quality Italian food to shame. Just grosse. I'm surprised they are still surviving read more

I went for dinner on Valentine's Day and it was the best place I could of chosen for my boy friend and I. We both thought our food was amazing! The beef tenderloin and the short ribs were cooked and seasoned perfectly and the restaurant and service were also great but the food beat everything! Perfect date night restaurant! I highly recommend, and will be back! read more

Sarpa Restaurant - Italian Near Me - Richmond Hill, Ontario

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Great Italian food in Richmond Hill/ Aurora area. Sarpa is own by the same owners as Terra which is one of my favourite Italian restaurant in York region. Sarpa is quite big and has many seatings but don't take it for granted as they do fill up fast. A reservation is recommended for weekend. Based on our server's recommendation, we ordered the gamberoni e capesanti which is giant shrimp and scallop risotto and it was exquisite! The texture of the risotto was perfect, the taste with seafood was simply divine. We also ordered the parpadelle bolognese, it was good but we found ourselves fighting for the risotto. Yes, it was that good. It would be even better if it wasn't $39! Overall, we loved the food but we didn't love the bill. The prices are a bit on the higher end. read more

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It is located at the north end of Richmond Hill. Mostly likely one of the best Italian restaurants in Richmond Hill. The environment was relaxing. The service was really excellent. The arancini was good, sort of like fresh made Italian meat balls, a bit too salty to my liking, probably because the dry cured meat inside. The crispy chicken was well cooked and well balanced in flavour, the outside could have been crispier and the inside could have been tenderer. The short rib was excellently executed, it was perfect. The mafalda corta was tasteful. The lobster carbonara was delicious. The persimmon cake was delightful. read more

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Went there with friends Some points: 1. The food is expensive 2. The wine list is very $$$$$$ expensive. They have half bottles for $49!! (note to owner add cheaper wine bottles you will make it back in more quantities). 3. The service was great 4. The food tasted very good. It was fresh 5. The atmosphere was nice Don't go here if you like to pay for reasonably priced Italian food. If u want that go to scadabush read more

I had a great dinner with my friends tonight at this restaurant. A special feedback is for the wine, the Brunello of Montalcino LOMBARDI We had, was unbelievable. I felt like being in Italy, in my own country. The food naturally was super delicious as well. Together it was a great combination. I really suggest this restaurant. read more

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Starter was great, main course portion was large but quality was so so to my opinion as i had the pasta chicken. Service was great!

Sarpa has great food, a nice vibe, and good service. It is just the right amount of upscale without feeling stuffy. The service is prompt and polite even on a Saturday night. The food has intense and savoury flavours using quality ingredients. We ordered: THE GOOD ---------------------- Steak Carpaccio- chilled, thinly sliced, slightly acidic from the balsamic dressing. Very nice Wild mushroom & goat cheese crostino- not good for sharing, but prepared perfectly all the right flavours Summer squash & veal raviolini - SPECTACULAR! Rich (due to the butter sauce) so the smaller portion is just right. The ravioli is sligtly fried and crisp, the pistachios give it such a nice touch and the crisp sage leaves give texture Grilled Provimi liver- cooked as requested, flavours and texture were great The NOT SO GOOD ---------------------------- Mafalda corta- the pasta was on the brink of overcooked, otherwise it was delicious Zuppa di Pesce- great portion, satisfying flavours, WAY TO SPICY and no indication on the description All in all we would definitely go again for an elegant and delicious night out. BE WARNED: They DO NOT accept debit cards... weird right? read more

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The owners of Terra restaurant expand into north Richmond Hill with the Spirit of traditional Italian Ingredients with the 'americano' twist. I've heard and waited patiently for this place to open. I will be the first to tell you, definitely worth the wait. A great experience from beginning to end. The staff is friendly and served everyone in the restaurant with a smile. The food is perfectly seasoned, flavours are clean & fresh giving you that home cooked feel. Will I return? Yes! Recommendations: Fried Calamari Beef Carpaccio Pumkin & Veal Raviolini Lamb Chops with Polenta & Lemon Zest Mushroom Risotto Creme Brulee Wine ~ Chianti Classico ; 119 Clemente Tuscany 2008 read more

Sarpa Restaurant - Italian Near Me - Richmond Hill, Ontario

First time at this restaurant, it was pouring when we got there, the staff was very tentative and made sure we don't slip on the wet floors, they opened the doors for us and quickly set us down. We went on a Tuesday night and it was pretty quiet. The atmosphere is very romantic, which was perfect for our night out! It was our 1 month as a married couple and this was the perfect place to celebrate. The food came pretty slow though, almost 20 minutes before it arrived. The portion of the food was pretty small to what I am used to. The food was a bit pricey. I am not sure if I would come back here again. The food is good, but maybe not for that price. The atmosphere is also for an older crowd.... I would say 35+. I would rather go downtown for a nice Italian restaurant. Something more fun and hip. read more

Sarpa Restaurant - Pesto pasta - Italian Near Me - Richmond Hill, Ontario

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Took the family there for my wife's birthday and had heard about this place, it's higher end so expect to pay a little more than usual I would recommend going there without a worry, the service and food was very good, from the pastas to the meats the quality was very good we have been back since and have not had a bad experience the only complaint I have if any is that the restaurant is very tight and the tables are a little too close if you haven't been and live in the area give it a try read more

Living up to their Yelp review and I'm blown away with service, food quality and ambience...truly immaculate place... yes it is further up north drive but let me ensure you won't be disappointed... We ordered calamari, beef tartar, octopus salad, half chicken, penne alla vodka, seafood spahghettini... everything was simply divine and did I mention the service? They kept coming back to checkup on us asking if everything is ok... Beef Tartar was simply delicious...grilled calamari was grilled to perfection...penne was al dente with the perfect amount of sauce... all portions were perfectly sized...there is nothing negative I can say about this place... The prices were acceptable in my personal opinion, they have a diverse list of wine..from $35-200+, the wine list is not available on the website...so you really need to see the list upon arrival... If you would like to bring your own wine, that's also an available option for a corkage fee of $29 which is acceptable in my perspective... All in all, a great place to bring your date or dine with your friends who also love food and wine! read more

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Sharpe is with the same owner as Terra. We went early because we had a small child. The service was very sincere and thought. The bread was much liked by everyone and the ended up packing some for us to go. The calamari grilled is terrific, the fries were good and not found in a lot of places. Lamb chops were cooked to perfection. The squid pasta is very unique as it has a spicy note to it. Desert was good as well and very classic authentic Italian. read more

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What a fantastic experience we had at dinner at Sarpa for a special occasion. We had enjoyed the food before at its somewhat stuffy sister restaurant, Terra, but found Sarpa to be warm and inviting. The restaurant was clean and service was outstanding. The food was perfect. Lots of parking a perk of the drive north. We started with the warm mushroom salad (with arugula, balsamic and ricotta) and the seared ahi tuna (a special). Both we would definitely order again. For mains we had the potato gnocchi and short ribs. The gnocchi was huge and my thought was that I would pack up half to take home, but it was so incredible that I shamelessly ate the whole thing. Next time I will ask them to pack up half before they bring it to the table. The short ribs were also enjoyed. I had read here that the desserts were homemade so we had the exceptional lemon tart and delicious creme brûlée. We will definitely return. read more

Sarpa Restaurant - Ahi tuna appetizer special, partially eaten - Italian Near Me - Richmond Hill, Ontario

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Worst restaurant ever. The service was really bad - I went there for a birthday and I told them in Secret to bring a cake for my brother's birthday - they disregarded the entire thing and just went right into the bill.. very bad for a special occasion.. we also had to wait a lot to be seated even though we had a reservation and took ages for the waiter to serve us. I went to Terra a few times before, they were good but Sarpa's experience was enough to make me not try any of this owner's restaurant. I also go to many "classy" restaurants and normally never make any reviews, but this one really made me want to add a poor review. read more

My wife and I went to Sarpa for Valentines Dinner. The overall ambience was upscale, yet cozy. Our server was nice and attentive. We ordered the octopus, arancini balls for apps, I got the orecchiette and my wife got the Terra Gnocchi. The octopus was one piece, it was tough and rubbery to the point where we had to ask for steak knives to cut it. The flavors were good, but the meat was overcooked. On top of that it was $22. The arancini were tasty, but had virtually no sauce on them so they were a little dry. The pastas were both good, but extrich and salty. Overall the food was enjoyable (other than octopus) so I would say my review is a 3.5 not a flat 3. For the price point and the reputation, it left us wanting more. read more

We have lived in Richmond Hill for over twenty years. Sarpa is located in north Richmond Hill (Oak Ridges). It's a high end but not stuffy restaurant. The food is consistently well prepared and beautifully presented. The menu quite often is seasonal offering a pleasant change. The service from wait staff to owner is impeccable. Michael runs a tight ship. We have been offered samples of wine and food he thinks we might like. Amazingly he remembers us every time. I specifically like the innovative appetizers like octopus carpaccio. Entrees are generous in size and all are delicious. It's a lively place and sometimes noisy which for me signifies a good time. We will be moving into the city but Sarpa will always be a go-to for us. read more

A solid 3.5. They're doing good things at Sarpa. The sister restaurant of Terra, they meet service, food and ambiance expectations. The menu is simple and they do everything well. I personally think the mushroom salad and gnocci are exceptional here. read more